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IN0036
Seal Lock Adhesive
GENERAL REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS
1. Use fender, seat and floor covers to keep the vehicle
clean and prevent damage.
2. During disassembly, keep parts in order to facilitate
reassembly.
3. Observe the following:
(a) Before performing electrical work, disconnect the
negative cable four the battery terminal.
(b) If it is necessary to disconnect the battery for in-
spection or repair, always disconnect the cable from
the negative (-) terminal which is grounded to the
vehicle body.
(c) To prevent damage to the battery terminal post,
loosen the terminal nut and raise the cable straight
up without twisting it or prying it.
(d) Clean the battery terminal posts and cable termi-
nals with a shop rag. Do not scrape them with a file
or other abrasive object.
(e) Install the cable terminal to the battery post with the
nut loose, and tighten the nut after installation. Do
not use a hammer or such to tap the terminal onto
the post.
(f) Be sure the cover for the positive (+) terminals are
properly in place.
4. Check hoses and wiring connectors to make sure
that they are secure and correct.
5. Non-reusable parts
(a) Always replace cotter pins, gaskets, O-rings and oil
seals etc. with new ones.
(b) Non-reusable parts are indicated in the component
illustrations by the ºrº symbol.
6. Precoated parts
Precoated parts are the bolts and nuts, which have
been coated with a seal lock adhesive at the factory.
(a) If a precoated part is retightened, loosened or
caused to move in any way, it must be recoated
with the specified adhesive.
(b) Recoating of precoated parts
(1) Clean off the old adhesive from the bolt, nut
or installation part threads.
(2) Dry with compressed air.
(3) Apply the specified seal lock adhesive to the
bolt or nut threads.
(c) Precoated parts are indicated in the component il-
lustrations by the ºº symbol.
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A140E Automatic Transaxle (ECT)
WHAT IS THE ECT?
ECT means Electronic Controlled Transaxle. The hydraulic control system of the previous automatic
transaxle has been changed, the throttle and governor pressure have been replaced by electronic
signals and a micro computer has been used to give precise control of shift timing and lock±up tim-
ing.
FEATURES OF THE ECT
(a) The shift pattern can be chosen.
In the ECT ECU micro computer used in the A140E, two types of shift pattern, Power and Normal,
are recorded in the memory. By operating the pattern select switch, the driver can select the pre-
ferred shift pattern.
(b) Reduced fuel consumption and reduced shock during shifting is made possible.
Precise control of the shift timing by the ECT ECU, operation of the lock±up clutch from low speeds,
and decreased fuel consumption are made possible. Also, shock during Shifting is reduced.
(e) Self±Diagnostic System
When a malfunction occurs in the electronic control system, the driver is informed of this fact. Also,
there is a Self±Diagnostic System which displays the location of the malfunction when the service
connector is shorted.
(d) Fail±Safe System
A fail±Safe System is included so that, even if a malfunction occurs in the electronic control system,
the vehicle will be able to operate.
CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION
When the A140E (ECT) is compared with the A140L, the automatic transaxle body has the same
construction and operation, with the exception of the hydraulic control system, as the A140L.
The electronic control system, which controls the shift timing and lock±up timing, has been added.
1. Hydraulic Control System (Comparison with the A140L)
VALVE BODY ± Additions or changes to solenoid valve
In the A140E there are three solenoid valves, the No. 1, the No. 2 and the lock±up solenoid valves.
Shifting occurs according to whether the No. 1 and No. 2 solenoid valves are ON or OFF, and the
lock±up solenoid valve controls the lock±up clutch.
GOVERNOR VALVE ± Removed
With the A140E, the governor valve has been replaced with a speed sensor, so that instead of the
governor pressure, a speed sensor signal is sent to the ECT ECU.
SHIFT CONTROL IN ECT
1. The vehicle speed is sensed by the vehicle speed
sensor, which sends this data to the
ECU in the form of electrical signals.
2. The angle to which the throttle is open is sensed
by the throttle position sensor, which sends this
data to the ECU in the form of electrical signals.
3. The ECT computer determines the shift point on
the basis of these two signals and operates the
solenoid valves in the hydraulic control unit, thus
shifting the transmission.
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3. REMOVE REAR VIEW MIRROR
(a) (Manual type)
Remove the setting screw and knob.
(b) Using a screwdriver, pry loose the retainer and re-
move the cover.
HINT: Tape the screwdriver tip before use.
(c) (Electrical type)
Disconnect the connector.
(d) Remove the three screws±and mirror.
(c) Insert a screwdriver between the retainers and door
trim to pry it loose.
HINT: Tape the screwdriver tip before use.
(d) (w/ Power Window and Power Door Lock)
Disconnect the connectors.
5. REMOVE SERVICE HOLE COVER
6. REMOVE OPENING CONTROL LINK FROM DOOR
LOCK
DISASSEMBLY OF FRONT DOOR
1. REMOVE REGULATOR HANDLE
(w/o POWER WINDOW)
Pull oft the snap ring with a cloth and remove the regulator
handle and plate.
2. REMOVE DOOR INSIDE HANDLE
(a) Remove the screw, and slide the handle forward.
(b) Disconnect the handle from the control link and re-
move the handle.
4. REMOVE DOOR TRIM
(a) Remove the two screws from the armrest.
(b) Remove the two caps and two screws.
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(b) With the door glass fully closed, .adjust the door glass
stopper so it lightly makes contact with the glass
plate.
11. INSTALL OPENING CONTROL LINK
12. INSTALL SERVICE HOLE COVER
13. INSTALL DOOR TRIM8. INSTALL DOOR GLASS
(a) Place the glass in the door cavity.
(b) Install the glass to the regulator with the two mount-
ing nuts.
9. INSTALL DOOR GLASS RUN
14. INSTALL REAR VIEW MIRROR
(a) Install the mirror with the three screws.
(b) (Electrical type)
Connect the connector.
(c) Install the cover.
(d) (Manual type)
Install the knob with the setting screw.
15. INSTALL DOOR INSIDE HANDLE
(a) Connect the handle to the control link.
(b) Install the handle, slide it rearward, and install the
screw. 10. ADJUST DOOR GLASS
(a) Adjust the equalizer arm up or down and tighten it
where dimensions A and6, as shown, are equal.
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BODY ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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GENERAL INFORMATION
WIRING COLOR CODE
Wire colors are indicated by an alphabetical code.
B =Black L =Blue R =Red
BR=Brown LG=Light Green V =Violet
G =Green O =Orange W=White
GR=Gray P =Pink Y =Yellow
The first letter indicates the basic wire color and the sec±
ond letter indicates the color of the stripe.
CONNECTOR
1. PIN NUMBER OF FEMALE CONNECTOR
Numbered in order from upper left to lower right.
2. PIN NUMBER OF MALE CONNECTOR
Numbered in order from upper right to lower left.
3. DISTINCTION OF MALE AND FEMALE CONNECTORS
Male and female connectors are distinguished by shape
of their internal pins.
(a) All connectors are shown from the open end, and the
lock is on top.
(b) To pull apart the connectors, pull on the connector it-
self, not the wires.
HINT: Check the type of connector before disconnecting.
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RESET CIRCUIT BREAKER
1. REMOVE CIRCUIT BREAKER
(a) Disconnect the negative (±) cable from the battery.
(b) Remove the circuit breaker.
2. RESET CIRCUIT BREAKER
(a) Insert the needle into the reset hole and push it.
3. INSTALL CIRCUIT BREAKER
(a) Install the circuit breaker.
(b) Connect the negative (±) cable to the battery.
HINT: If a circuit breaker continues to cut out, a short circuit
is indicated. Have the system checked by a qualified tec
nician.
REPLACEMENT OF FUSE AND
FUSIBLE LINK
HINT: If replacing the fuse or fusible link, be sure to
replace it with a fuse or fusible link with an equal amperage
rating.(b) Using an ohmmeter, check that there is continuity be-
tween both terminals of the circuit breaker.
If continuity is not as specified, replace the circuit breaker.
HINT: If replacing the circuit breaker, be sure to replace
it with a breaker with an equal amperage, rating.
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NOTICE:
1. Turn off all electrical components and the ignition
switch before replacing a fuse or fusible link. Do not
exceed the fuse or fusible link amperage rating.
2. Always use a fuse puller for removing and inserting
a fuse. Remove and insert straight in and out without
twisting. Twisting could force open the terminals too
much, resulting in a bad connection.
If a fuse or fusible link continues to blow, a short circuit is
indicated. The system must be checked by a qualified tech-
nician.
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