wDrive the vehicle at approx. 50 km/h (30 mph) on a safe,
level and dry road.
wWith the parking brake button pushed in, pull on the
lever with 88 N (9 kgf, 20 lbf) of force.
wDrive the vehicle for approx. 400 meters (1/4 mile) in this
condition.
wRepeat this procedure 2 or 3 times.
wCheck parking lever travel.
If necessary, adjust the parking brake.
CHASSIS
16. INSPECT STEERING LINKAGE
(a) Check the steering wheel freeplay.
Maximum freeplay:
30 mm (1.18 in.)
With the vehicle stopped and pointed straight ahead, rock the
steering wheel gently back and forth with light finger pres-
sure.
(b) Check the steering linkage for looseness or damage.
Check that:
wTie rod ends do not have excessive play.
wDust seals and boots are not damaged.
wBoot clamps are not loose.
17. INSPECT SRS AIRBAG
Driver Airbag:
Visually inspect the steering wheel pad (airbag and inflater).
wUse the diagnosis check to check if there are
abnormalities.
wCheck that there are no cuts, cracks or noticeable color
changes on the surface of the steering wheel pad or in
the center groove of the pad.
wRemove the steering wheel pad from the vehicle and
check the wiring and steering wheel for damage and
corrosion due to rusting, etc.
If necessary, replace the steering wheel pad. MA±12
± MAINTENANCEMAINTENANCE OPERATIONS
Front Passenger Airbag:
Visually inspect the front passenger airbag assembly (airbag
and inflater).
wUse the diagnosis check to check if there are
abnormalities.
wCheck that there are no cuts, cracks or noticeable color
changes in the front passenger airbag door.
wRemove the front passenger airbag assembly from the
vehicle and check the wiring and front passenger airbag
door for damage and corrosion due to rusting, etc.
If necessary, replace the front passenger airbag assembly.
CAUTION:
wFor removal and replacement of the steering wheel pad
or front passenger airbag assembly, see RS section and
be sure to perform the operation in the correct order.
wBefore disposing of the steering wheel pad or front pas-
senger airbag assembly must first be deployed by using
SST (See RS section).
18. INSPECT STEERING GEAR HOUSING OIL
Check the steering gear housing for oil leakage.
19. INSPECT BALL JOINTS AND DUST COVERS
(a) Inspect the ball joints for excessive looseness.
wJack up the front of the vehicle and support it with
stands.
wMake sure the front wheels are in a straight±ahead
position, and depress the brake pedal.
wJack up the lower suspension arm until there is about
half a load on the front coil spring.
wMove the front wheel up and down and check that the
ball joint has no excessive play.
Maximum lower ball joint vertical play:
0.3 mm (0.012 in.)
If the play is greater than maximum, replace the ball joint.
(b) Visually check the dust covers for damage.
20. I NSPECT TRANSMISSION OIL (FLUID) AND
DIFFERNTIAL OIL
Visually check the transmission and differential for oil (fluid)
leakage.
If leakage is found, check for the cause and repair.
± MAINTENANCEMAINTENANCE OPERATIONSMA±13
22. TIGHTEN BOLTS AND NUTS ON CHASSIS AND BODY
Tighten the following parts:
wFront seat±to±body mounting bolts
Torque: 37 NVm (375 kgfVcm, 27 ftVlbf).
wFront suspension member±to±body mounting bolt
Torque:
Front side
125 NVm (1,280 kgfVcm, 92 ftVlbf)
Rear side
200 NVm (2,040 kgfVcm, 148 ftVlbf)
wRear suspension member±to±body mounting bolts.
Torque: 175 NVm (1,790 kgfVcm, 129 ftVlbf)
wRear suspension member rear cushion±to±body
mounting bolts
Torque: 58 NVm (590 kgfVcm, 43 ftVlbf)
23. BODY INSPECTION
(a) Check the body exterior for dents, scratches and rust.
(b) Check the underbody for rust and damage.
If necessary, replace or repair.
24. ROAD TEST
(a) Check the engine and chassis for abnormal noises.
(b) Check that the vehicle does not wander or pull to one side.
(c) Check that the brakes work properly and do not drag.
(d) Perform setting of the parking brake shoes and drum.
25. FINAL INSPECTION
(a) Check the operation of the body parts:
wHood
Auxiliary catch operates properly
Hood locks securely when closed
wFront and rear doors
Door locks operate properly
Doors close properly
wLuggage compartment door
Door lock operates properly
wSeats
Seat adjusts easily and locks securely in any position
Front seat back locks securely in any position
Folding±down rear seat backs lock securely
(b) Be sure to deliver a clean car. Especially check:
wSteering wheel
wShift lever knob
wAll switch knobs
wSeats MA±16
± MAINTENANCEMAINTENANCE OPERATIONS
There are some maintenance and inspection
items which are considered to be the owner's re-
sponsibility. 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 gen-
eral maintenance are as follows:
OUTSIDE VEHICLE
1. TIRES
(a) Check the pressure with a gauge. Adjust if
necessary.
(b) Check for cuts, damage, uneven or excessive
wear.
2. WHEEL NUTS
When checking the tires, check the nuts for
looseness or for missing nuts. If necessary,
tighten them.
3. WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES
Check for wear or cracks whenever they do not
wipe clean. Replace if necessary.
4. 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.
5. 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.
INSIDE VEHICLE
6. LIGHTS
(a) C h e c k t h a t t h e headlights, stop lights,
tail±lights, turn signal lights, and other lights
are all working.
(b) Check the headlight aiming.7. WARNING LIGHT AND BUZZERS
Check that all warning lights and buzzers
function properly.
8. HORN
Check that it is working.
9. WINDSHIELD GLASS
Check for scratches, pits or abrasions.
10. WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER
(a) Check operation of the wipers and washer.
(b) Check that the wipers do not streak.
11. WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER
Check that the air comes out from the defrost-
er outlet when operating the heater air condi-
tioner at defroster mode.
12. REAR VIEW MIRROR
Check that it is mounted securely.
13. SUN VISORS
Check that they move freely and are
mounted securely.
14. STEERING WHEEL
Check that it has the specified freeplay. Be
alert for changes in steering condition, such
as excessive steering effort, excessive free-
play or strange noise.
15. 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 any latched position.
(e) For folding±down rear seat backs, check that
the latches lock securely.
16. SEAT BELTS
(a) Check that the seat belt system such as
buckles, retractors and anchors operate
properly and smoothly.
(b) Check that the belt webbing is not cut, frayed,
worn or damaged.
17. ACCELERATOR PEDAL
Check the pedal for smooth operation and
uneven pedal effort or catching.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
± MAINTENANCEGENERAL MAINTENANCEMA±17
18. BRAKE PEDAL
(a) Check that pedal for smooth operation.
(b) Check that the pedal has the proper reserve
distance and freeplay.
(c) Check the brake booster function.
19. BRAKES
At a safe place, check that the brakes do not
pull to one side when applied.
20. 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.
21. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 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 ºPº
position and all brakes released.
UNDER HOOD
22. WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID
Check that there is sufficient fluid in the tank.
23. ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL
Check that the coolant level is between the
LEVEL lines on the see±through reservoir at
normal temperature (20°C (68°F)).
24. 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.
25. 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 indi-
cates that charging is necessary.
26. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL
Check that the brake fluid level is near the up-
per level line on the see±through reservoir.27. ENGINE DRIVE BELT
Check drive belt for fraying, cracks, wear or
oil contamination.
28. ENGINE OIL LEVEL
Check that level on the dipstick with the en-
gine turned off.
29. POWER STEERING FLUID LEVEL
Check the level on the dipstick.
The level should be in the ºHOTº or ºCOLDº
range depending on the fluid temperature.
30. A U TO M AT I C 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 ºPº to ºLº, and then shift into ºPº
position.
(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 ºHOTº 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.
31. EXHAUST SYSTEM
Visually inspect for cracks, holes or loose
supports.
If any change in the sound of the exhaust or
smell of the exhaust fumes is noticed, have
the cause located and correted. MA±18
± MAINTENANCEGENERAL MAINTENANCE
SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS
SERVICE DATA
Engine
Spark plug
Recommended spark plug 2JZ±GE ND
NGK
2JZ±GTE ND
NGK
Correct electrode gap
Firing order
Valve clearance Intake
Exhaust
PK16R11
BKR5EP11
PK20R11
BKR6EP11
1.1 mm (0.043 in.)
1±5±3±6±2±4
0.15±0.25 mm (0.006±0.010 in.)
0.25±0.35 mm (0.010±0.014 in.)
Brake
Front and rear brakes
Pad thickness Minimum
Disc thickness Minimum Front 2JZ±GE
2JZ±GTE
Rear
Disc runout Maximum
Parking brake
Lining thickness Maximum
Drum inside diameter Maximum
1.0 mm (0.039 in.)
30.0 mm (1.181 in.)
28.0 mm (1.102 in.)
15.0 mm (0.591 in.)
0.05 mm (0.0020 in.)
1.0 mm (0.039 in.)
191 mm (7.520 in.)
Chassis
Steering linkage
Steering wheel freeplay Maximum
Ball joint
Vertical play Maximum
30 mm (1.18 in.)
0.3 mm (0.012 in.)
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
Part tightened NVm kgfVcm ftVlbf
Spark plug x Cylinder head
18
180
13
Front seat x Body 37 375 27
Front suspension member x Body Front side
Rear side
125
200
1,280
2,040
92
148
Rear suspension member x Body 175 1,790 129
Rear suspension member rear cushion x Body 58 590 43
± MAINTENANCESERVICE SPECIFICATIONSMA±19
Front Hub & Drive Pinion Bearing
Replacer Set
Remover & Replacer Handle
Drive Pinion Front Bearing Cup
Replacer
Front Hub & Drive Pinion Bearing
Tool Set
Replacer
Handle
Axle Hub & Drive Pinion Bearing
Tool Set
Handle
Front Hub Outer & Steering
Worm Bearing Replacer
Bearing Remover
Puller B Set
Counter gear bearing outer race
Extension housing outer race
Front bearing retainer oil seal
Extension housing outer race
09608±12010
(09608±00020)
(09608±00050)
09608±20012
(09608±00080)
09608±35014
(09608±03020)
(09608±06020)
(09608±06090)
(09608±06100)
09950±00020
09950±40010
Front Hub Outer Bearing Replacer
MT1±4± W58 MANUAL TRANSMISSIONPREPARATION
09205±76030Cylinder Head Setting Bolt
Tightening Adaptor
09268±41045Injection Measuring Tool Set
(09268±41070)No.4 Union
(09268±41090)No.7 Union
(90405±09015)No.1 Union
09268±45012 EFI Fuel Pressure Gauge
ECT sensor
09612±24014 Steering Gear Housing Overhaul
Tool Set
(09617±24011) Steering Rack Wrench
09631±22020 Power Steering Hose Nut
14 x 17 mm Wrench Set
09808±14010Fuel Sender Gauge Tool Assy
09816±30010 Oil Pressure Switch Socket
09842±30070 Wiring ªFº EFI InspectionInjector
Knock sensor
Fuel line flare nut
Fuel pressure pulsation damper
SFI SYSTEM (2JZ±GE)
PREPARATION
SST (SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS)
± ENGINESFI SYSTEM (2JZ±GE)EG±187