
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
MA00M±03
There are the maintenance and inspection
items which are considered to be the owner's
responsibility. They can be performed by the
owner or be can have them done at a service
shop. These items include those which should
be checked on a daily basis, those which, in
most cases, do not require (special) tools and
those which are considered to be reasonable
for the owner to perform. Items and procedures
for general maintanance are as follows:
MA00P±04
OUTSIDE VEHICLE
1. TIRES
(a) Check the pressure with a gauge. Adjust ifnecessary.
(b) Check for cuts, damage or excessive wear.
2. WHEEL NUTS Wheel checking the tires, check the nuts for
looseness or for missing nuts. If necessary,
tighten them.
3. TIRE ROTATION It is recommended that tires be rotated every
12,000 km (7,500 miles).
4. WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES Check for wear or cracks whenever they do not
wipe clean. Replace if necessary.
5. FLUID LEAKS
(a) Check underneath for leaking fuel, oil, water or
other fluid.
(b) If you smell gasoline fumes or notice any leak, have the cause found and corrected.
6. DOORS AND ENGINE HOOD
(a) Check that all doors including the trunk lid operate smoothly, and that all latches lock
securely.
(b) Check that the engine hood secondary latch secures the hood from opening when the
primary latch is released.
MA00R±05
INSIDE VEHICLE
7. LIGHTS
(a) C h e c k t h a t t h e h eadlights, stop lights,
tail±lights, turn signal lights, and other lights
are all working. (b) Check the headlight aiming.
8. WARNING LIGHT AND BUZZERS
Check that all warning lights and buzzers func-
tion properly.
9. HORN Check that it is working.
10. WINDSHIELD GLASS
Check for scratches, pits or abrasions.
11. WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER
(a) Check operation of the wipers and washer.
(b) Check that the wipers do not streak.
12. WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER Check that the air comes out from the defroster
outlet when operating the heater air condition-
er at defroster mode.
13. REAR VIEW MIRROR
Check that it is mounted securely.
14. SUN VISORS Check that they move freely and are mounted
securely.
15. STEERING WHEEL Check that it has the specified freeplay. Be
alert for changes in steering condition, such as
hard steering, excessive freeplay or strange
noise.
16. SEATS
(a) Check that all front seat controls such as seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. operate
smoothly.
(b) Check that all latches lock securely in any position.
(c) Check that the locks hold securely in any latched position.
(d) Check that the head restraints move up and
down smoothly and that the locks hold securely
in ay latches position.
(e) For folding±down rear seat backs, check that the latches lock securely.
17. SEAT BELTS
(a) Ch e ck th a t th e se a t be lt syste m su ch as buckles, retractors and anchors operate
properly and smoothly.
(b) Check that the belt webbing is not cut, frayed,
worn or damaged.
18. ACCELERATOR PEDAL Check the pedal for smooth operation and un-
even pedal effort or catching.
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19. BRAKE PEDAL
(a) Check that pedal for smooth operation.
(b) Check that the pedal has the proper reservedistance and freeplay.
(c) Check the brake booster function.
20. BRAKES At a safe place, check that the brakes do not
pull to one side when applied.
21. PARKING BRAKE
(a) Check that the pedal has the proper travel.
(b) On a safe incline, check that the vehicle is held securely with only the parking brake applied.
22. A U TO M AT I C T RANSMISSION PARK
MECHANISM
(a) Check the lock release button of the selector lever for proper and smooth operation.
(b) On a safe incline, check that the vehicle is held securely with the selector lever in the ªPº
position and all brakes released.
MA00T±0A
UNDER HOOD
23. WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUIDCheck that there is sufficient fluid in the tank.
24. ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL
Check that the coolant level is between the
LEVEL lines on the see±through reservoir at
normal temperature (20 5C (68 5F)).
25. RADIATOR AND HOSES
(a) Check that the front of the radiator is clean and not blocked with leaves, dirt or bugs.
(b) Check the hoses for cracks, kinks, rot or loose connections.
26. BATTERY ELECTROLYTE LEVEL
Check the indicator.
When the indicator color is blue, the condition
is satisfactory. A red color indicates that dis-
tilled water must be added, and white indicates
that charging is necessary. 27. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL
Check that the brake fluid level is near the up-
per level line on the see±through reservoir.
28. ENGINE DRIVE BELT Check drive belt for fraying, cracks, wear or oili-
ness.
29. ENGINE OIL LEVEL
Check that level on the dipstick with the engine
turned off.
30. POWER STEERING FLUID LEVEL Check the level on the dipstick.
The level should be in the ªHOTº or ªCOLDº
range depending on the fluid temperature.
31. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID LEVEL
(a) Park the vehicle on a level surface.
(b) With the engine idling and the parking and foot brake applied, shift the selector into all
positions from ªPº to ªLº, and then shift into ªPº.
(c) Turn and pull out the dipstick and wipe off the fluid with a clean rag.
Re±insert the dipstick fully and check that the
fluid level is in the ªHOTº range.
(d) Perform this check with the fluid at normal driving temperature (70 ± 80 C (158 ± 176 F)).
If the level is at the low side, add fluid.
NOTICE: Do not overfill.
HINT: Wait about 30 minutes before checking
the fluid level after extended driving at high
speeds in hot weather, driving in heavy traffic
or with a trailer.
32. EXHAUST SYSTEM Visually inspect for cracks, holes or loose sup-
ports.
If any change in the sound of the exhaust or
smell of the exhaust fumes is noticed, have the
cause located and corrected.
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REPLACEMENT OF OIL SEAL
1. REMOVE OIL SEAL(a) Using snap ring pliers, remove the snap ring and platewasher.
(b) Using a screwdriver, pry out the oil seal.
NOTICE: Be careful not to damage the housing.
2. INSTALL OIL SEAL (a) Using SST and a hammer, tap in a new oil seal to a depth
of 4.5±5.5 mm (0.177±0.217 in.) from the housing edge.
(b) Using snap ring pliers, install the plate washer and snap ring.
(c) Apply fluid to the oil seal lip.
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COOLIING SYSTEM Electronically Controlled Hydraulic Cooling Fan
(Hydraulic Motor)CO±53
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ASSEMBLY OF HYDRAULIC MOTOR
(See Components on page CO±50)
HINT:
w Thoroughly clean all parts to be assembled.
w Before installing the parts, apply new fluid to all sliding
and rotating surfaces.
1. MOUNT MOTOR HOUSING Slightly mount the motor housing in a vise.
NOTICE: Be careful not to damage the motor housing.
2. INSTALL FRONT THRUST WASHER
3. INSTALL DRIVEN AND DRIVE ROTORS Install the d rive and driven rotors with the dot mark facing up-
ward.
4. INSTALL DRIVE SHAFT
5. INSTALL REAR THRUST WASHER
6. INSTALL MOTOR COVER (a) Install a new O±ring to the motor housing groove.
(b) Install the motor cover with the four bolts.
Torque: 28 N Vm (290 kgf Vcm, 21 ft Vlbf)
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(h) Coat the 10 vane plates with power steering fluid.
(i) Install the 10 vane plates with the round end facing outward.
(j) Match the wide hole with the longer straight pin and press inthe side rear plate with a press.
NOTICE: Be careful not to damage the O±ring.
4. INSTALL WAVE WASHERInstall the wave washer so that its protrusions fit into the slots
in the side rear plate.
5. INSTALL REAR BRACKET
(a) Coat a new O±ring with power steering fluid and install it to the rear bracket.
(b) Install the rear bracket and tighten the 4 bolts.
Torque: 39 N Vm (400 kgf Vcm, 29 ft Vlbf)
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GROUND POINT
FRONT TURN SIGNAL
LIGHT LH
ENGINE HOOD
COURTESY SW
TRACTION PUMP AND
MOTOR
HEATER RELAY
ABS ACTUATOR RELAY
TELEPHONE
TRANSCEIVER
AND SPEAKER RELAY
ENGINE OIL LEVEL
WARNING SW
COMBINATION METER
(E1 )
EFI ECU
TRACTION ECU
CHECK CONNECTOR
(
E1 ) CORNERING LIGHT LH
FRONT SIDE MAKER
LIGHT LH
BRAKE FLUID LEVEL
SW
FRONT CLEARANCE
LIGHT LH
FRONT SIDE MAKER
LIGHT RH
FRONT CLEARANCE
LIGHT RH
ABS ACTUATOR
FRONT TURN SIGNAL
LIGHT RH
CRUISE CONTROL
ACTUATOR
OXYGEN SENSOR SUB
(
FOR USA SPEC. )
TDCL (
E1 )
WASHER LEVEL SW EFI MAIN RELAY
CORNERING LIGHT RH
A/C PRESSURE SW
(HI GH PRESSURE )
AIR FLOW METER POWER STERRI NG
PRESSURE SW
NOISE FI LTER
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FOR IGNI TION SYSTEM ) E4
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FOR
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W/ TRACTION SYSTEM
NOI SE FILTER
(
FOR DEFOGGER SYSTEM )
W±B
W±B
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OVERALL ELECTRICAL WIRING DIAGRAM
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10A GAUGE
15A CIG
10A DOME
15A ECU±B
From ABS ECU
<9±2>
From ABS ECU
< 8±5>
(
* 1 )
(
* 2)
6
BATTERY
F9
FUSE BLOCK
12
O2
OI L P RE SS URE SW
C5
COOLANT LEUEL
WARNING SW E6
ENGI NE OI L L EVEL
WARNING SW
P3
PARKI NG
BRAKE SWD2
DIODE
(f or Par king
Brake )
B1
BRAKE FLUID
LEVEL SW
B
B
R±W R±WR±W
R±W
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Canada )
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Canada )
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R± W
Fro m Dayt i me
Running Light
Relay< 4±4>
Fr om Cr uise Control
ECU< 16±2> T1 5
TRIP SW AND THEFT DETERRENT
I NDI CA TOR L I GHT
S3
SPEED SENSOR No. 1
From Tr act ion ECU
<8±7>
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Source Combination Meter
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<8±5>
( * 1)
R
R
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C12 C13 C14 COMBINATION METER
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FUEL SENDER
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Rear side of
c ylinder head LH Fr ont side of
right fender Fr ont s ide of
left f ender
2
1
2 2
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1
B
S HORT CONNE CTOR
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2 12F
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S22
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Power Telesc opic
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GR
B
( M/T ) 3
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Charge Warning Light
Dimmer SW [Comb. SW]Cruise Control Indicator Light
[Comb. Meter]A/T Indicator Light
[Comb. Meter]
Combination Meter
Rear Lights Warning Light Turn Signal Indicator Light
[Comb. Meter] High Beam Indicator Light
[Comb. Meter]
Check Engine Warning Light
Open Door Warning Light
Traction Indicator Light
ABS Warning Light
[Comb. Meter] Seat Belt Warning LightABS Warning Light and T raction
Off Indicator Light [Comb. Meter]
Coolant Level Warning LightCruise Control ECU Turn Signal SW
[Comb. SW]
Wiper and Washer SW
[Comb. SW]
Choke Coil
Crutch Start SW
Cruise Control Clutch SW
Diode (for Brake Fluid Level)Light Control SW
[Comb. SW] Horn SW [Comb. SW]Combination MeterCornering Light SW
[Comb. SW]
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