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5.Add 3.8 (4.0 qts.) of the specified transmission fluid
through the filler tube.
Specified fluid:DIAMOND ATF SP IIor equivalent
6. Start the engine and allow it to run at idle for at least
one minute. Then, with parking and service brake ap plied,
move the selector lever momentarily to each positio n,
ending in the park or neutral position.
7.Add sufficient fluid to bring to’ inch below the
ADD mark.
8.Recheck fluid level after is normal operating
temperature. The level should be in the HOT region.
Engine (Turbo) and Engine>
Drain the fluid and check whether there is any evid ence of
contamination.
Refill with new fluid after the cause of any contam ination
has been corrected.
1. Remove drain plugs to let fluid drain.
2. Remove the oil pan.
3.Check the oil filter for clogging and damage and re place
if necessary.
4. Clean the inside of oil pan and magnets.
5. Attach the magnets to the concave part of the oi l pan.
6. Clean both gasket surfaces of transaxle case and oil
7. oil pan with new gasket and tighten oil pan bolts.
Oil pan bolt: 11 Nm (8.0
8. Tighten drain plug with gasket to specified torq ue.
Specified torque:
Engine (Turbo)>
(A) 39Nm (29
(B) 29-34 Nm (22-25
Engine>
(A) 39Nm (29
(B) 39 Nm (29
9.Fill new ATF up to the COLD mark on the dipstick.
Transmission fluid:
DIAMOND ATF SP IIor equivalent
10. Start engine and allow to idle for at least two minutes.
Then, with parking brake on, move selector lever mo men-
tarily to each position, ending in “N” Neutral
11. Check if ATF is filled up to the HOT mark on the dipstick.
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Drain Plug
13. TRANSFER OIL
(Check oil level)
Check each component for evidence of leakage, and-check
the oil level by removing the filler the oil is
it is necessary to replace it with new oil.
1.With the vehicle parked at a level place, remove filler,
2. Check that the transfer oil level is at the portion
of the filler plug hole.
3. Check to be sure that the transfer oil is not
dirty, and that it has a suitable viscosity.
(Change oil) 1. Remove transfer drain plug.
2. Drain oil.
3. Tighten drain plug to specified torque.
Specified torque: 32 Nm (24
4.Remove filler plug and fill with specified oil till the. level
comes to the lower portion of filler-plug hole.
Specified oil:
API classification SAE or
Quantity: 0.5 qt.)
5. Tighten filler plug to specified torque.
Specified torque: 32 Nm (24
14. ENGINE COOLANT (Change)
Check the cooling system parts, such asradiator, heater,
and oil cooler hoses, thermostat and connections fo r leakage
and damage.
CHANGING COOLANT
1.Drain the engine coolant by removing the drain plug and
then the cap.
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Engine (Non-turbo)>
in plug
Engine>
2.For non-turbo, remove the ‘drain plug from
block to drain engine coolant.
For turbo, remove the water hose from the water pip e
assembly (C) to do so.
3.
4.
5.Remove the reserve tank to drain the coolant.
When the engine coolant has drained, pour in water from
the cap to clean the engine coolant line.
For non-turbo, install the drain plug to the cylind er block.
For turbo, install the water hose to pipe assembly
6.
7.
8.
Securely tighten the radiator drain plug.
Install the reserve tank.
9.
Slowly pour the engine coolant into the mouth of th e
radiator until the radiator is full, and pour also into the
reserve tank up to the FULL line.
Recommended antifreeze:
LONG-LIFE COOLANT (Part No. 0103044)
or high quality ethylene-glycol antifreeze coolant)
Quantity 7.0
(7.4 qts.)
Install the cap securely.
Start the engine and warm the engine until the the rmostat
opens. (Touch the radiator hose with your hand to c heck
that warm water is flowing.)
11. After the thermostat opens, race the engine at 3,000
3 times.
12. After the engine is stopped, wait until the eng ine has
cooled down, and then remove the cap to check the
level of the liquid. If the level is low, repeat th e operation
from step 9.
Lastly, if the level does not drop, fill the conden se tank
with coolant up to the FULL line.
15. DISC BRAKE PADS (Check for wear)
Check for fluid contamination and wear. Replace com plete
set of pads if defective.
Caution
The pads for the right and left wheels should be re placed
at, the same time. Never “split” or intermix brake pad
sets.
All four pads must be replaced as a complete set.
Thickness of lining (A) Limit: 2.0 mm
in.)
16. REAR DRUM BRAKE LININGS
WHEEL CYLINDERS for and
l e a k s )
1.Remove the brake drum and check of brake
shoe lining for wear. Check the automatic brake adj usting
system by hand to see if it operates smoothly.
Also see if the gears are in proper mesh with each other.
To assure smooth operation, apply a thin coat of
multipurpose grease to the friction surface of adju ster
and link shaft.
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2.Check the wheel cylinder boots for evidence, a’ brake
fluid leak. Visually check the
boots for tears or
cracks. (A slight amount of fluid on the boot may not
be a leak, but may be preservative assembly.)
Caution
The shoes for the right and left be,
replaced at the same time.
Never split or intermix brake
sets.
All four shoes must be replaced as a set.
Thickness of lining
Limit: 1.0 mm in.)
17. BRAKE HOSES (Check for
leaks)
Check of brake hoses and tubing should be
brake service operations.
The hoses should be checked for:
1.Correct length, severe surface cracking, pulling, scuffing
or worn spots. (If the fabric casing of the hoses i s exposed
by cracks of abrasion in the rubber hose cover, the hoses
should be replaced. Eventual deterioration of may
occur with possible bursting failure.)
2. Faulty installation, casing twisting or interfer ence
wheel,’ tire or chassis.
18. BALL JOINT AND STEERING SEALS
(Check for grease leaks damage)
1. These components, which are permanently lubricat ed
at the factory, do not require periodic lubrication. Damaged
seals and boots should be replaced to prevent leakage
or contamination of the grease.
2.Check the dust cover and boots for proper sealing, leakage
and damage. Replace them if defective.
19. DRIVE SHAFT BOOTS (Check for leaks
and damage)
1. These components, which are permanently lubricat ed
at the factory, do not require periodic Damaged
boots should be replaced to prevent leakage or contamina-
tion of the grease.
2.Check the boots for proper sealing, leakage and damage.
Replace it if defective.
AXLE OIL (Check oil level)-AWD
Remove the filler plug and check the oil level at bottom of
filler hole. If the oil level is slightly below the filler hole, it
is in satisfactory condition.
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damage, to wiring,
harness, etc.)
Certification labelManufacture dateI
SRSlight
Insulating tape
The SRS must be inspected by an
after the manufacture date the certification
label located on left center
,
“SRS” WARNING LIGHT CHECK,
Turn the ignition key to the “ON” position. the
warning light illuminate for about 7 seconds, turn “OFF” and
then remain extinguished for at least 45 seconds? I f yes,
SRS system is functioning properly. If not, refer t o GROUP
Troubleshooting.
SRS COMPONENTS VISUAL CHECK
1.Turn the ignition key to position, disconnect the
negative battery cable and tape the ‘terminal.
Caution
Wait at least 60 seconds
disconnecting the bat-
tery cable before doing any further
The SRS system is designed to enough voltage
to deploy the air bag for a short after the
battery has been disconnected, so serlous
result from unintended air bag deployment
is done on the SRS system immediately the
tery cable is disconnected. ,
2. Remove the floor console assembly. (Refer GROUP
Floor Console.)
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Inflator case
CHECK
Check SRS-ECU case and brackets for dents, cracks,
deformities or rust.
Caution
The SRS may not activate if a front impact sensor
not installed properly, which could result serious injury
or death to the driver and ,
AIR BAG MODULE, STEERING
CLOCK
SPRING CHECK
1. Remove the air bag module,
and clock
spring. (Refer to GROUP
and
Clock Spring.)
Caution
The removed air bag be In a
clean, dry place with the pad cover face up.
2. Check pad cover for dents, cracks of deformities .
3.Check connector for damage, terminals deformities, and
harness for binds.
4.Check air bag inflator case for dents, cracks or deformities.
5.Check harness (built into steering wheel) and conne ctors
for damage, and terminals for deformities.
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Protective tube
harness
6. Check clock spring connectors and protective tube for
damage, and terminals for deformities.
7. Visually check the clock spring case for damage.
8.Align the mating mark of the clock spring and, afte r turning
the vehicle’s front wheels to
position, install
the clock spring to the column switch.
Mating mark alignment
Turn the clock spring fully clockwise, and turn bac k it
approx. 3 and
turns counterclockwise to align the
mating marks.
Caution
If the clock spring’s mating mark is not properly
aligned, the steering wheel may not be completely
rotational during a turn, or the flat cable within the
clock spring may be severed, obstructing normal op-
eration of the SRS and possibly leading to serious
injury to the vehicle’s driver and passenger.
9. Install the steering column covers, steering whe el and
the air bag module.
10. Check steering wheel for noise, binds of diffic ult operation.
11. Check steering wheel for excessive free play.
REPLACE ANY VISUALLY INSPECTED PART IF IT
FAILS THAT INSPECTION.
(Refer to GROUP
-Air Bag Module and Clock Spring.)
Caution
The SRS may not activate if any of the above compo-
nents is not installed properly, could result
in serious injury or death to the vehicle’s driver and
passenger.
INSTRUMENT PANEL WIRING HARNESS AND BODY
WIRING HARNESS
1. Check connector for poor connection.
2.Check harnesses for binds, connectors for damage, a nd
terminals for deformations.
REPLACE ANY CONNECTORS OR HARNESS THAT
FAIL THE VISUAL INSPECTION.
(Refer to GROUP
SRS Service
Caution
The SRS may not activate if SRS harnesses or connec -
tors are damaged or improperly connected, which
could result in serious injury or death to the vehicle’s
driver and passenger.
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22. EXHAUST SYSTEM (CONNECTION
OF MUFFLER, PIPINGS AND, CONVERTER
HEAT SHIELDS) (Check
as’
required)
1.Check for holes and gas leaks’dwe to damage;
etc.
2.Check the joints and connections for looseness and gas’
leaks.
3. Check the hanger rubber and brackets for damage.