6 INTRODUCTION AND MASTER TROUBLESHOOTING - Vehicle Identification
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CHASSIS NUMBER
STAMPING LOCATION
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The chassis number is stamped on the side of the frame near ._
the right rear wheel.
CHASSIS NUMBER CODE CHART
L141 v KJOOOOOI
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VEHICLE SAFETY CERTIFICATION LABEL NWCF
The vehicle safety certification label is attached to face of left
door pillar.
This label indicates the month and year of manufacture, Gross
Vehicle Weight Rating (G.V.W.R.), front and rear Gross Axle
Weight Rating (G.A.W.R.), and Vehicle Identification Number
(V.I.N.).
ENGINE MODEL STAMPING
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The engine model is stamped on the right front side on the
top edge of the cylinder block (for M-liter engines). For 3.0-
liter engines, it is stamped at the right rear of the top of the
cylinder block.
These engine model numbers are as shown in the following.
Engine model
Engine displacement 1
G54B 2.555 liters (155.9 cu.iiTI
6G72 2.972 liters (181.4 cu.in.)
The engine serial number is stamped near the engine model
number, and the serial number cycles, as shown below.
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Engine serial number Number cycling
AA0201 to YY9999 AA0201 ----3 A.49989
/ Lo ABOOOl ---+ AY9999
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1 LmBAOOOl ---+ YY9999
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8 INTRODUCTION AND MASTER TROUBLESHOOTING - Precautions Before Service
PRECAUTIONS BEFORE SERVICE
PROTECTING THE VEHICLE
WmoAAK
If there is a likelihood of damaging painted or interior parts
during service operations, protect them with suitable covers
(such as seat covers. fender covers, etc.).
REMOVAL AND DISASSEMBLY
When checking a malfunction. find the cause of the problem.
If it is determined that removal and/or disassembly is neces-
s&y, perform the work by following the procedures contained
in this Workshop Manual.
If punch marks or mating marks are made to avoid error in
assembly and facilitate the assembly work, be sure to make
them in locations which will have no detrimental effect on
performance and/or appearances.
If an area having many parts, similar parts, and/or parts which
are symmetrical right and left is disassembled, be sure to
arrange the parts so that they do not become mixed during the
assembly process.
I. Arrange the parts removed in the proper order.
2. Determine which parts are to be reused and which are to
be replaced.
3. If bolts, nuts, etc., are to be replaced, be sure to use only
the exact size specified.
SPECIAL TOOLS
If other tools are substituted for the special tools to do service
or repair work, there is the danger that vehicle parts might be
damaged, or the mechanic might be injured; therefore, be
sure to use the special tool whenever doing any work for
which the use of one is specified.
PARTS TO BE REPLACED
If any of the following parts are removed, they must be
replaced with new parts.
I. Oil seals
2. Gaskets (except rocker cover gasket)
3. Packings
4. O-rings
5. Lock washers
6. Cotter pins
7. Self-locking nuts
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18 INTRODUCTION AND MASTER TROUBLESHOOTING - Towing and Hoisting
HOISTING
POST TYPE
Special care should be taken when raising the vehicle on a
frame contact type hoist. The hoist must be equipped with
the proper adapters in order to support the vehicle at the
proper locations. (Shown in the illustration)
Conventional hydraulic hoists may be used after determining
that the adapter plates will make firm contact with the side ._
frame.
FLOOR JACK
A regular floor jack may be used under the front crossmember
or rear axle housing.
Caution
1. A floor jack must never be used on any part of the
underbody.
2. Do not attempt to raise one entire side of the vehicle by
placing a jack midway between front and rear wheels.
This practice may result in permanent damage to the
body.
EMERGENCY JACKING
Jack receptacles are located at the No. 2 crossmember and .
rear axle housing to accept the jack supplied with the vehicle
for emergency road service. Always block the opposite wheels
and jack only on a level surface.
FRAME CONTACT SUPPORT LOCATIONS
1,175 mm (46.3 in.)
Wheel base
2.350 mm (92.5 in.) Sectlon A-A
NOTE
The
locations of the support point shown as Section A-A are
the same as those of the twin post hoist shown in the next
paw.
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