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MA0055
MA00M±01
MA±6
± MAINTENANCEBRAKE
49 Author: Date:
BRAKE
INSPECTION
1. INSPECT BRAKE LINE PIPES AND HOSES
HINT:
Check in a well lighted area. Check the entire circumference
and length of the brake hoses using a mirror as required. Turn
the front wheels fully right or left before checking the front brake.
(a) Check all brake lines and hoses for:
Damage
Wear
Deformation
Cracks
Corrosion
Leaks
Bends
Twists
(b) Check all clamps for tightness and connections for leak-
age.
(c) Check that the hoses and lines are clear of sharp edges,
moving parts and the exhaust system.
(d) Check that the lines installed in grommets pass through
the center of the grommets.
2. INSPECT FRONT BRAKE PADS AND DISCS
(See page BR±22)
3. INSPECT REAR BRAKE PADS AND DISCS
(See page BR±37)
4. INSPECT BRAKE LININGS AND DRUMS
(See page BR±34)
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MA00N±01
N01022
± MAINTENANCECHASSIS
MA±7
50 Author: Date:
CHASSIS
INSPECTION
1. INSPECT STEERING LINKAGE
(a) Check the steering wheel freeplay. (See page SR±8)
(b) Check the steering linkage for looseness or damage.
Check that:
Tie rod ends do not have excessive play.
Dust seals and boots are not damaged.
Boot clamps are not loose.
2. INSPECT SRS AIRBAG (See page RS±2)
3. INSPECT STEERING GEAR HOUSING OIL
Check the steering gear housing for oil leakage.
4. INSPECT DRIVE SHAFT BOOTS
Check the drive shaft boots for clamp looseness, leakage or
damage.
5. INSPECT BALL JOINTS AND DUST COVERS
(a) Inspect the ball joints for excessive looseness.
Jack up the front of the vehicle and place wooden
blocks with a height of 180 ± 200 mm (7.09 ± 7.87
in.) under the front tires.
Lower the jack until there is about half a load on the
front coil spring. Place stands under the vehicle for
safety.
Check that the front wheels are pointing straight
ahead, and block them with chocks.
Using a lever, pry up the end of the lower arm, and
check the amount of play.
Maximum ball joint vertical play: 0 mm (0 in.)
If there is play, replace the ball joint.
(b) Check the dust cover for damage.
6. CHECK TRANSAXLE OIL (FLUID)
(a) Visually check the transaxle for oil (fluid) leakage.
If leakage is found, check for the cause and repair.
7. REPLACE TRANSAXLE OIL (FLUID)
(a) M/T:
Replace the transaxle oil.
S51: (See page MX±4)
E153: (See page MX±4)
(b) A/T:
Replace the transaxle fluid.
A140E: (See page DI±389)
A541E: (See page DI±438)
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MA0676B00995
MA00O±01
N21126
N21125
MA±8
± MAINTENANCEBODY
51 Author: Date:
BODY
INSPECTION
1. TIGHTEN BOLTS AND NUTS ON CHASSIS AND
BODY
Tighten these parts:
Front seat mount bolts
Torque: 37 N´m (375 kgf´cm, 27 ft´lbf)
Front suspension member±to±body mounting bolts
Torque: 181 N´m (1,850 kgf´cm, 134 ft´lbf)
Rear suspension member±to±body mounting nuts
Torque: 51 N´m (520 kgf´cm, 38 ft´lbf)
Check that the brakes work properly and do not drag.
2. FINAL INSPECTION
(a) Check the operation of the body parts:
Hood:
Auxiliary catch operates properly
Hood locks securely when closed
Front and rear doors:
Door lock operates properly
Doors close properly
Luggage compartment door and back door:
Door lock operates properly
Seats:
Seat adjusts easily and locks securely in any posi-
tion
Front seat back locks securely in any position
Folding±down rear seat backs lock securely
(b) Road test:
Check the engine and chassis for abnormal noises.
Check that the vehicle does not wander or pull to
one side.
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± MAINTENANCEBODY
MA±9
52 Author: Date:
Check that the brakes work properly and do not
drag.
Do setting of the parking brake shoes and drum.
(c) Be sure to deliver a clean car. Especially check:
Steering wheel
Shift lever knob
All switch knobs
Door handles
Seats
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MA00L±02
P00495
Outside
Inside
± MAINTENANCEENGINE
MA±1
42 Author: Date:
ENGINE
INSPECTION
1. REPLACE TIMING BELT (See Pub. No. RM654U, page
EM±17)
2. INSPECT DRIVE BELTS (See Pub. No. RM654U, page
CH±1)
3. REPLACE SPARK PLUGS (See page IG±1)
4. INSPECT AIR CLEANER FILTER
(a) Visually check that the air filter is not excessively dirty or
oily.
(b) Clean the air cleaner filter with compressed air.
First blow from the inside thoroughly, then blow off the
outside of the air cleaner filter.
5. REPLACE AIR CLEANER FILTER
Replace the air filter with a new one.
6. REPLACE ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER (See Pub. No.
RM654U, page LU±2)
7. REPLACE ENGINE COOLANT (See Pub. No. RM654U,
page CO±2)
8. INSPECT FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR RES-
ERVOIR (See page SF±6)
9. INSPECT FUEL FILTER (See page SF±3)
10. REPLACE FUEL FILTER (See page SF±5)
11. INSPECT FUEL LINES AND CONNECTIONS
Visually check for loose connections, sharp bends or damage.
12. INSPECT FUEL TANK BAND (See page SF±18)
13. INSPECT FUEL TANK
(a) Check for fuel leaks (See page SF±1).
(b) Check the fuel tank mounting (See page SF±18).
14. REPLACE FUEL TANK (See page SF±18)
15. INSPECT EXHAUST PIPES AND MOUNTINGS (See
Pub. No. RM654U, page EC±15)
16. ADJUST VALVE CLEARANCE (See page EM±4)
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MX04X±01
± MANUAL TRANSAXLE (E153)MANUAL TRANSAXLE SYSTEM
MX±1
1802 Author: Date:
MANUAL TRANSAXLE SYSTEM
PRECAUTION
When working with FIPG material, you must observe the following items.
Using a razor blade and gasket scraper, remove all the old FIPG material from the gasket sur-
faces.
Thoroughly clean all components to remove all the loose material.
Clean both sealing surfaces with a non±residue solvent.
Apply FIPG in an approx. 1 mm (0.04 in.) wide bead along the sealing surface.
Parts must be assembled within 10 minutes of application. Otherwise, the FIPG material must
be removed and reapplied.
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MX04Y±01
MX±2
± MANUAL TRANSAXLE (E153)TROUBLESHOOTING
1803 Author: Date:
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
Use the table below to help you find the cause of the problem. The numbers indicate the priority of the likely
cause of the problem. Check each part in order. If necessary, replace parts.
SymptomSuspect AreaSee page
1. Oil (Level low)MX±4
Ni
1. Oil (Level low)
2. Oil (Wrong)
MX±4
MX±4Noise2. Oil (Wrong)
3. Gear (Worn or damaged)
MX±4
MX±103. Gear (Worn or damaged)
4. Bearing (Worn or damaged)
MX 10
MX±10
1. Oil (Level too high)MX±4
Oil l k
1. Oil (Level too high)
2. Gasket (Damaged)
MX±4
MX±10Oil leakage2. Gasket (Damaged)
3. Oil seal (Worn or damaged)
MX±10
MX±103. Oil seal (Worn or damaged)
4. O±Ring (Worn or damaged)
MX 10
MX±10
1. Control cable (Faulty)
2. Synchronizer ring (Worn or damaged)MX±49
MX±10
Hard to shift or will not shift
yg( g)
3 Shift key s
pring (Damaged)
MX±24
MX±31
MX±103. Shift key spring (Damaged)MX±10
MX±24
MX±31
1. Locking ball spring (Damaged)MX±10
Jtf
1. Locking ball spring (Damaged)
2. Shift fork (Worn)
MX±10
MX±10Jumps out of gear2. Shift fork (Worn)
3. Gear (Worn or damaged)
MX±10
MX±103. Gear (Worn or damaged)
4. Bearing (Worn or damaged)
MX 10
MX±10
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MX04Z±01
Q09981
Hood
14 (150, 10)
w/ Cruise Control :
Cruise Control Actuator
12 (120, 9)
Clutch Line Bracket
21 (210, 15)
12 (120, 9)
Clutch Release Cylinder
26 (270, 20)
RH Drive Shaft
32 (330, 24)
7.8 (80, 69 in.´lbf)
Flywheel Housing Under CoverRH Fender
Apron SealClutch Accumulator
Vehicle Speed Sensor
Connector
46 (470, 34)
Engine LH Mounting
Insulator with Bracket
Rear RH Suspension Member Brace
37 (380, 27)
Transaxle
64 (650, 47)
36 (370, 27)
10 (100, 7)
Steering Return Pipe
19 (195, 14)
32 (330, 24)
181 (1,850, 134)
Silver Bolt : 44 (450, 33)
Green Bolt : 66 (670, 48)
Suspension Member with
Lower Suspension Arm
Front RH Suspension
Member Brace
181 (1,850, 134)
Control
Cable
Clip13 (130, 9)
Clip
Washer
Starter
21 (210, 15)
39 (400, 29)
Air Cleaner
Case Assembly
with Air Hose
64 (650, 47)Ground Cable
x5Back±Up Light Switch Connector
Engine Wire
20 (200, 14)Hold±Down
Clamp
Battery
LH Drive Shaft
LH Fender Apron Seal RH Exhaust Manifold Stay
64 (650, 47)
181 (1,850, 134)PS Gear Assembly
No.1 Fuel Tube Protector
49 (500, 36)
294 (3,000, 217)
Lock Cap
Rear LH Suspension Member Brace
Stabilizer Bar Link
Hole
Plug
127 (1,300, 94)
39 (400, 29)
80 (820, 59)48 (490, 35)
Silver Bolt : 44 (450, 33)
Green Bolt : 66 (670, 48)
Front LH Suspension
Member Brace RH Fender
Liner
Engine Rear Side
Shutter Plate
56 (570, 41)
62 (630, 46)
62 (630, 46)
Front Exhaust Pipe
No.1 Exhaust Pipe
Support Bracket
33 (330, 24)
Exhaust Pipe Support Stay
33 (330, 24)LH Fender
Liner
66 (670, 48)
Snap Ring
Snap Ring
Cotter Pin
Cotter Pin
Gasket
Gasket
Gasket
Non±reusable part: Specified torque
N´m (kgf´cm, ft´lbf)
36 (370, 27)
± MANUAL TRANSAXLE (E153)MANUAL TRANSAXLE UNIT
MX±3
1804 Author: Date:
MANUAL TRANSAXLE UNIT
COMPONENTS