The tire wrench and jack handle
are concealed under the right rear
seat cushion.
UNDERSIDE
O F RIGH T REA R
SEA T CUSHIO N
TIR E WRENC H AN D JAC K HANDL E Spar
e Tir e Remova l
LX model The spare tire is mounted on the
rear door. To remove it, unlockthe spare tire lock (if so
equipped). Use the wheel wrench
to remove the retaining bolts.
When replacing the spare tire,
make sure you put it on the carrier
with the outside of the wheel
facing out. Tighten the bolts securely. EX model
The spare tire is stored under the
cargo area floor. To lower it, open
the rear door. Insert the jack
handle between the body and the top of the rear bumper. Insert the
end of the jack handle into the slot in the tire winch, then turn the
handle counterclockwise to lower the tire. Lower the tire to the
ground, then remove the bracket
in the center of the wheel.
In Cas e o f Emergenc y
Fron
t (4W D Only ) an d Rea r
Propelle r Shaf t
Lubricate the sliding yoke with
EP chassis grease. Lubricate
universal joints with grease
containing MoS 2 (molybdenum
disulfide-type grease) at the intervals shown in the
Maintenance Schedule. Also
check the propeller shaft
flange-to-pinion bolts for proper
torque of 64 N.m (46.3 Ib-ft).
Most lubrication recommendations
and procedures for four-wheel drive-
equipped vehicles are the same
for the corresponding components in conventional drive vehicles.
Exhaus t Syste m
Check the complete exhaust
system and nearby body areas for
damaged, missing, or
mispositioned parts, open seams, holes, loose connections, or other
deterioration that could allow
exhaust fumes to seep into the
passenger compartment or cause
heat build-up in the floor pan. Any
necessary corrections should be made immediately. For continuedsafety, exhaust system pipes and
resonators rearward of the muffler must be replaced whenever a new
muffler is installed.
Fue l Lin e an d Fue l Tank/Ca p
Inspect the fuel tank, cap and lines
for damage that could cause
leakage. Inspect the fuel cap and
gasket for correct sealing ability
and indications of physical
damage. Replace any damaged or
malfunctioning parts.
Driv
e Bel t
Check the belt driving the
alternator, power steering pump,
and air conditioning compressor.
Look for cracks, fraying, and wear. Replace as necessary.
Timin g Bel t
The timing belt should normally
be replaced at the intervals shown
in the Maintenance Schedule.
Valv e Clearanc e
Incorrect valve clearance will
result in increased engine noise and lower engine output, thereby
adversely affecting engine
performance.
Car e an d Maintenanc e
