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lgnition Switch
Steering Lock Replacement
SRS components are located in this area. Review theSRS component locations. precautions, and procedures
in the SRS section (24) before performing repairs or ser-vtce.
Remove:
LMake sure you have the anti-theft code for theradio, then wire down the frequencies for theradio's preset buttons ('99 - 00 models).
Disconnect the battery negative cable.
Remove the driver's dashboard lower cover andknee bolster (see section 20).
Disconnect the 5P connector from the under-dash
fuse/relay box and the 7P connector from the mainwire harness (see previous page).
Remove the steering column covers, then removethe mounting bolts and nuts from the steering col-umn (see section l7).
Lower the steering column assembly,
Center-punch each of the two shear bolts, then drilltheir heads off with a 5 mm (3/16 in) dritt bit.
CAUTION: Do not damago the steering lock body.
Remove the shear bolts and the steering lock assem,oty.
2.
1.
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Installation:
l. Install the new steering lock assembly without thekey insened.
Loosely tighten the new shear bolts-
Insert the ignition key, and check for proper opera-tion of the steering wheel lock and that the ignitionkey turns freely.
Tighten the shear bolts untilthe hex heads twist off.
TWIST.OFF FORTION
Install in the reverse order of removar.
Enter the anti-theft code for the radio, then enter thecustomer's radio station presets.
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Starting System
Component Location Index
A/T GEAR POSITION SW|TCHTest, page 23'154Replacement, page 23-155
STARTER CUT RELAY (M/T}
Test, page 23-86, 87
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CLUTCH INTERLOCK
swlTcH
BATTERYTest, page 23-91
STARTERTest, page 23'95Solenoid Test, Page 23 96
Replacement, Page 23-100
Performance Test, Page 23-101
23-93
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-Starter Test
NOTE; The air temoerature must be between 59 and
100'F (15 and 38"C) before testing.
Recommended Procedure:
. Use a staner system tester.
. Connect and operate the equipment in accordance
with the manufacturer's instructions.
. Test and troubleshoot as described,
Alternate Procedurg:
. Use the following equipment:- Ammeter, 0 - 400 A
- Voltmeter, 0 - 20 V (accurate within 0.1 volt)
- Tachometer, 0 - 1,200 rpm
. Hook up a voltmeter and ammeter as shown.
NEGATIVETERMINAL
NOTE: After this test, or any subsequent repair. reset
the ECM/PCM to clear any codes (see section l1)
Check the Start€r Engagemont:
1. Remove the No. 44 (15 A) fuse from the under-hood
fuse/relay box,
2. Turn the ignition switch to START (llll with the shift
lever in E or E position (rVT) or with the clutch pedal
depressed {M/T). The starter should crank the engine.
. lf the starter does not crank the engine, go to
step 3.
. lf itcranksthe engineerraticallyortooslowly, go
to "Check for Wear and Damage" on the next
page.
Check the battery. battery positive cable, ground,
starter cut relay, and the wire connections for loose-
ness and corrosion, Test again.
lf the starter still does not crank the engine, go to
step 4,
Unplug the connector (BLK,/WHT wire and solenoid
terminal) from the starter,
Connect a jumper wire from the battery positive (+)
terminal to the solenoid terminal.
The starter should crank the engine.
. lf the starter still does not crank the engine,
remove it, and diagnose its internal problem
. lf the startercranksthe engine, goto step 6.
Check the ignition switch (see page 23-891.
Check the starter cut relay and clutch interlock switch
(see page 23-86,87).
Check the A/f gear position switch (see page 23-154).
Check for an open in the wire between the ignition
switch and starter.
7.
(cont'd)
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9.
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JBrush Holder Test
1. Check that there is no continuity between the O and
o brush holders.
lf there is continuity, replace the brush holder
assemoly.
O BRUSH HOLDER
@ BRUSH HOLDER€) BRUSH HOLDER
2. Insert the brush into the brush holder, and b.ing the
brush into contact with the commutator, then attach
a spring scale to the spring. Measure the spring ten-
sion at the moment the spring lifts off the brush.
SPRING SCALE
Spring Tension
15.7 - 17.7 N (1.60 - 1.80 kgf. 3.5 - 4.0 lbf)
ERUSH
Brush Inspection
Measure the brush length. lf not within the service limit,
replace the brush (or brush holder assembly).
Brush Length
NOTE: To seat new brushes after installing them in their
holders, slip a strip ot #500 or #600 sandpaper. with the
grit side up, over the commutator and smoothly rotate
the armature. The contact surface of the brushes will be
sanded to the same contour as the commutator.
Overrunning Clutch lnspection
Slide the overrunning clutch along the shaft. Does it
move freely? lf not, replace it.
Rotate the overrunning clutch both ways. Does it
lock in one direction and rotate smoothly in
reverse? lf it does not lock in either direction or it
locks in both directions, replace it.
2.
L
Standard (NEW)Service Limit
15.8 - 16.2 mm
(0.62 - 0.64 in)
1 1.0 mm
{0.43 in)
CLUTCH GEAR
DRIVE GEAR
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-lgnition Timing Inspection and Setting
1.Check the idle speed, and adjust it it necessary (see
section 'l '1 ).
Pull out the service check connector 2P (BRN and BLK
wires) from the connector holder located under the
dash on the front passenger side, then connect the
SCS service connector (T/N 07PAZ - 0010'100) to it.
Start the engine. Hold the engine at 3.000 rpm with
no load {A,/T in E or E. M/T in neutral) until the
radiator fan comes on, then let it idle.
Connect the timing light to the No. 1 ignition wire,
then point the light toward the pointer on the timing
belt cover.
Check the ignition timing in no load conditions:
headlights. blower fan, rear window defogger, and
air conditioner are not operating.
lgnhion Timing:
D15Y5. D16Y7, Dl6Yg engines
816A2 engine
MIT16" 12' BTDC (RED) during idling in
neutral
M/T12't 2" BTDC (RED) during idling in
neutral
l2'r 2" BTDC {RED) during idling in S
orE
POINTEB
RED MARK
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ro ADVANCE -<;,
6. Adjust the ignition timing if necessary, as follows.
Loosen the distributor mounting bolts. and turn the
distributor ignition (Dl) housing counterclockwise to
advance the timing, or clockwise to retard the tim-
ing.
MOUNTING BOLTS18 N'm (1.8 kgfm, 13lblftl
Tighten the distributor mounting bolts, and recheck
the ignition timing.
Disconnect the SCS service connector from the ser-
vice check connector.
7.
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Charging System
Rectifier Removal (cont'd)
Separate the rear housing from the stator/rectifier
assembly by removing the four screws and the ter-minal nut.
TERMINAL NUT
Unsolder the rectifier from the stator leads,. To avoid damaging the diodes with heat, pinch
the stator leads between pliers to carry heat off,and apply the soldering iron only long enough toseparate the leads from the rectifier.. Use a 100 W soldering iron.
STATOR SOLDERING
7. Install the new rectifier in the reverse order of removal.. Apply the soldering iron only long enough toensure a good connection so the heat will notdamage the diodes.
a Use only a rosin core type solder or solder joints
will corrode.
6.
SOLDERING
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Rectifier Test
NOTE: The diodes are designed to allow current to pass
in one direction while blocking it in the opposite direc-tion. Since the alternator rectifier is made up of ninediodes, each diode must be tested for continuity in bothdirections with an ohmmeter that has diode checkinocapability; a total of 18 checks.
1. Check for continuity in each direction between- the B and P terminals.- the B'and P terminals.- E {ground) and the P terminals.
All diodes should have continuity in only one direc-UOn.
lf any of the diodes fails, replace the rectifier assem-bly, (Diodes are not available separately.)
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J
(From prevaous page)
WHT TEST HARNESSCLIP
TEST HABNESS07LAJ - Plil020aRED TEST HARNESSCLIP
PROTECTIVEAPE
GRN TEST HARNESS CLIP
GAUGE ASSEMBLY 16P CONNECTOR "8"
BLU
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Tost the BLU/WHT wireiConnect lhe GRN test harnessclip to the positive probe of avoltmeter, and connect the RED
test harness clip to the negativeprobe.
Repair open in the BLU/WHT wirob€twoon the VSS and ECM/PCM,TCM (CVT), and cruise control untt.ls there about 5 V or more ?
Test the vss:1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.2. Connect the other test harness connector to the VSS.3. Raise the front ot the vehicle,and support it with safetystands,4. Put the vehicle in neutral with
the ignition switch ON (ll).
5. Slowly rotate one wheel withthe other wheel blocked.
Does voltage pulse from 0 toapprox.5 V or more ?
Speedometer Tosii'1. Disconnect the 16P connector"B" from the gauge assem-blv.2. Touch a probe to the BLUMHTwire, and connect it to bodyground through a voltmeter.
3. Slowly rotate one wheel with
the other wheel blocked.
Repair open in the BLU/WHT wi.ebelween th€ VSS and the 3pe€d-Does the meter indicate puls-
ing voltage?
female terminals
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Interlock System
Component Location Index
INTERI.OCK
UNITInput Test, page 23-'146
KEY INTEBLOCK SOLENOIDrnd KEY INTERLOCK SWITCH(ln the steering lock assemblylTest, page 23-147
PARK PIN SWITCHTest, page 23-148
SHIFT LOCK SOLENOIDTest, page 23-147
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