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Trunk lid or Hatch/Fuel lid opener:
NOTE: Remove the side trim (see pages 20 59,60.61)
>: Boll locations, 2
OPENER LOCK
6xl.0mm9.8Nm11.0 kgf.m,7.2 tbl.ttl
a@- CYLINDER
Ya//t2't4Dl
ti
TBUNK LID/HATCHOPENER CABLE(see20-108, 110)
To trunk lid latchor striker.
To fuel lid latch. \
FUEL LIDOPENER CABLE(see pages 20-108, '110)
Installation is the reverse of the removal procedure
NOTE:
. lvake sure the opener cable is connected properly.
. Make sure the trunk lid or hatch and fuel lid open
properly.
l:'.j
Striker (3Dl:
NOTE: Remove the rear trim panel (see page 20-60)
>: Bolt locations, 2
6xl.0mmHATCHOPENER CAELE(see page 20-110)
lnstallation is the reverse of the removal procedure.
NOTE:
. N4ake sure each
erlY.
. Make sure the
securelY.
opener cable is connected ProP-
hatch opens properly and locks
(cont'd)
20-111
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Opener and Latch
Replacement (cont'd)
Fuel lid latch:
NOTE: Remove the following pa(s.
2D l4Dl
. Rear trim panel (see page 20-62J. Rear edge of the trunk side trim or trunk trim panel(left side, see page 20-62)
3D:
. Access panel on the side trim panel
FUEL I-IO LATCH
II
FUEL LID OPENERCABLE(see pages 20,108, 1'10)
FUEL LID LATCHRemove the fuel lid latchby turning it 90o
Installation is the reverse of the removal procedure.
NOTE;
o Make sure each opener cable is connectedelty
. Make sure the fuel lid opens properly andsecurely.
prop-
locks
>: Eolt locations, 2 |r'- 6x10mm9.8 N.m (1.0 kgf.m, I
FUEL LIDAfter installing check fora flush fit with the body.
\
20-112
Trunk lid latch/Lock cylinder:
>: Bolt locationsA >,3
6x1.omm i9.8 N.m (1.0 kgf.m,
:::^ _=)
TRUNK LIDOPENER
CONNECTORDisconnect.-\
TRUNK LIDOPENERCABLE
8>, 1
ff e rt.omm IZS 9.8 N.ln (1.0 kgt m,.ty 7.2-tbr.ftt ,/
CYLINOER
TRUNK LIDLATCH
CYLINDERROD
Installation is the reverse of the removal procedure.
NOTE:
. Grease the trunk lid latch.. Make sure the trunk lid opens properly and lockssecurely.
a Make sure the connector and cylinder rod areconnected property.
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lllustrated Index
'96 - 98 Models
SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations, precautions, and procedures in the SRS
section {24) before performing repairs or service.
BLOWER UNITReplacement, page 21-37Overhaul, page 21-38
HEATER UNITBeplacement, page 21-39Overhaul, page 21-41BLOWERRESISTOBTest,
CONTROL MOTORTest, page 21-48Replacement, page 21'48
a/c swtTcH{wirh A/c)
MOO€MOTORTest, page 21 47Replacement, page 21'47
AIR MIX CONTROL CABLEAdjustment, page 2'1-44Replacement, page 21'43
HEATER FANswtTcHTest, page 2l'49
MODEHEATER CONTBOLPANELswrTcHEsTest, page 21 50Rgplacement, page 2'l-42Overhaul, page 21-43
TEMPERATURE CONTROLLEVERAdiustment, page 21 44
Detroster-aqtivated A/C System
Turning the defroster on activates the A,/C and sets the air flow mode to FRESH. lt is possible to turn the A,/C off or to
change the air flow to RECIRCULATE by pressing the A/C bunon or the FRESH/RECIRCULATE button.
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Page 1377 of 2189
'99 - 00 Models
SRS components are located in this area, Review the SRS component locations, precautions, and procedures in the SRS
section (24) betore perfoming repairs or service.
HEATER UNITReplacement, page 21'39
Overhaul, page 21-41
BLOWEB UNITReplacement, page 21-37Overhaul, page 21 38
HEATER FANswtTcH
RECIRCULATIONCONTROL MOTORTest, page 21-48Beplacement, page 21-48
AIR MIX CONTROL MOTOBTest, page 21-46Replacement, page 21 46
BLOWERTest, page 21-49
POWER TRANSISTORTest, page 21 50
HIGH RELAY
MODE CONTROLDIALHEATER VALVE CABLEAdjustment, page 21 45TEMPERATURE CONTROLDIALAdjustment, page 21-45
REAR WINDOWDEFOGGERswtrcHSee section 23MODEMOTORTest, page 21 47Replacement, page 2 l-47A/C SWTTCH
lwith A/cl
CONTROL SWITCH
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Troubleshooting -'96 - 98 Models
Symptom Chart
NOTE;
. Check the engine coolant level. and allow the engine to warm up before troubleshooting.
. Any abnormality must be corrected before continuing the test.
. Because of the precise measurements needed. use a multimeter when testing.
o Before performing any troubleshooting procedures check:- Fuses No. 41 11.5 Al, No. 55 (40 A) in the under-hood fuse/relay box. and No. 17 (7.5 A) in the under-dash fuse/relay
box- Grounds No. G401, G402- Cleanliness and tightness of all connectors
SymptomRomedy
Hot air flow is low.Blower motor runs. but one or more
speeds are inoperative.
Perform the procedures in the flowchart (see page 21-8).
Blower runs properly.Check for the following:. Clogged heater duct. Clogged heater outlet. Incorrect door position
No hot air flow.Blower motor does not run at all,Perform the procedures in the flowchart (see page 21-10).
Blower motor runs.Check for the following:. Clogged heater duct. Clogged blower outlet. Clogged heater valve. Faultv air mix door. Heater valve cable adjustment (see page 21-44). Air mix control cable adiustment (see page 2'l-441. Faulty cooling system thermostat (see section 10). Clogged evaporator (with air conditioning). Frozen evaporator {with air conditioning)
Mode control motor does not run, or one or more modes
are inooerative.
Perform the procedures in the flowchart (see page 21-13).
Recirculation control door does not chanqe between
FRESH and RECIRCULATE.
Perform the procedu.es in the flowchan (see page 21-16).
Both heater and A,/C do not work.Perform the procedures in the flowchart (see page 21-18),
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Heater Unit
Replacement
SRS components are located in this area. Review the
SRS component locations, precautions, and procedures
in the SRS section {24} before performing repairs or ser-
L Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
2. Frcm under the hood, open the clamp, then discon-
nect the heater valve cable from the heater valve
arm. Turn the heater valve arm to the fully opened
position as shown.
When the engine is cool. drain the engine coolant
from the radiator (see section 10).
!@ Do not remove the radiator cap when
the engine is hot; the ongine coolant is under pres'
surg and could severely scald you.
CLAMP
HEATER VALVC CABLE
4. Disconnect the heater hoses from the heater unit.
CAUTION: Engine coolant will damage p8int.
Ouickly rinse any spilled engins coolant from painted
su aces,
NOTE: Engine coolant will run out when the hoses
are disconnected; drain it into a clean drip pan.
5. Remove the mounting nut from the heater unit.
NOTE: When removing the mounting nut, take care
not to damage or bend the fuel lines, the brake
lines, etc.
I x 1 .25 mm22 N.m {2.2 kgl.m, 16lblftl
21-39
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Heater Unit
Replacement (cont'dl
6.
7.
8.
9.
Remove the dashboard (see section 20).
Remove the heater duct (see page 21-37) or evapo-
rator (see page 22-28).
Disconnect the connectors from the mode control
motor and air mix control motor ('99 - 00 models),
then remove the wire harness clips and wire har-
ness from the heater unit. Remove the clip from the
heater duct, then remove the two mounting nuts
and the heater unit.
6x1.0mm9.8 N.m 11.0 kgl.m,7.2 lbf.ftl
HEATER UNIT
lnstall in the reverse order of removal. Make note of
the following items.
Apply sealant to the grommets.
Do not interchange the inlet and outlet heater
hoses. Make sure that the clamps are secure.
Refill the cooling system with engine coolant
(see section 10).
Connect all cables, and make sure they are prop-
erly adjusted (see page 21-44 (96 - 98 models)
or page 21-45 ('99 - 00 models)).
Make sure that there is no air leakage.
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Heater Control Panel
'95 - 98 modolsi
Remove the driver's dashboard lower cover, the
glove box and the center dashboard lower cover(see section 20).
Disconnect the air mix control cabls from the heater
unit {see page 21-44).
Remove the rear window defogger switch, the hazard
warning switch and the audio unit (see section 23).
Disconnect the connectors from the heater control
panel. Remove the five self-tapping screws and the
center panel together with the heater control panel.
NOTE: The locking tabs are on the bottom of the
connecrors.
Install in the .everse order of removal. Adjust the air
mix control cable and the heater valve cable {seepage 21-44)..
Replacement
1.
Remove the four self-tapping screws and the heater
21-42
1.
'9!, - 00 modols:
Remove the center panel together with the heater
control panel (see section 20).
Remove the self-tapping screws and the heater con-
trol panelfrom the center Danel.
Install in the reverse order of removal. After
tion, operate the heater control panel to see
whether it works properly.
installa-