FUEL LEVEL SENSOR UNIT, FUEL FILTER AND FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY
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INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.
Fuel Level Sensor Unit, Fuel Filter and Fuel Pump Assembly
1. Install seal packing to fuel tank without any twist.
2. Align “B” with “A” as shown in the figure. Install fuel level sensor
unit, fuel filter and fuel pump assembly to fuel tank.
CAUTION:
Do not bend float arm during installing.
3. Tighten lock ring with lock ring wrench (commercial service tool).
CAUTION:
Install lock ring horizontally.
Quick Connector
Connect quick connector of fuel feed hose as follows:
1. Check the connection for damage or any foreign materials.
2. Align the connector with the tube, then insert the connector straight into the tube until a click sound is
heard.
3. After connecting, make sure that the connection is secure by following method.
Visually confirm that the two tabs are connected to the connector.
Pull the tube and the connector to make sure they are
securely connected.
Inspection Hole Cover
1. Install inspection hole cover with front mark (arrow) facing front of vehicle.
2. Lock clips by turning counter-clockwise.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
Use the following procedure to check for fuel leaks.
1. Turn ignition switch “ON” (with engine stopped), then check connections for leaks by applying fuel pres-
sure to fuel piping.
2. Start engine and rev it up and make sure there are no fuel leaks at the fuel system connections.
A : Arrow mark (Fuel tank side)
B : Positioning mark
C : Fuel tank
: Vehicle front
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FUEL TANK
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Removal and InstallationBBS005AI
REMOVAL
WARNING:
Be sure to read “General Precautions” before working on the fuel system. Refer to FL-3, "
General Pre-
cautions" .
Drain fuel from fuel tank if necessary. Refer to FL-4, "REMOVAL" .
CAUTION:
For the safety work and to maintain fuel tank gravity at center, drain fuel to the level where fuel
tank weight at left and right becomes equal.
Perform work on level place.
1. Perform steps 2 to 7 of “REMOVAL” in “FUEL LEVEL SENSOR UNIT, FUEL FILTER AND FUEL PUMP
ASSEMBLY”. Refer to FL-4, "
REMOVAL" .
2. Remove center muffler. Refer to EX-2, "
EXHAUST SYSTEM" .
3. Remove center muffler mounting rubber. Refer to EX-2, "
EXHAUST SYSTEM" .
4. Move parking brake rear right and left cables from the lower part of fuel tank. Refer to PB-3, "
PA R K I N G
BRAKE CONTROL" .
5. Support bottom of rear suspension member with transmission jack, and descend rear suspension assem-
bly. Refer to RSU-5, "
REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY" .
6. Remove fuel tank protector.
1. Fuel filler tube 2. Vent hose 3. Fuel tank
4. Fuel tank mounting band 5. Clip 6. Fuel tank protector
7. Fuel tank mounting band 8. Fuel filler hose 9. Grommet
10. Fuel filler cap 11. EVAP hose
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PRECAUTIONS
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Before starting repairs which do not require battery power:
Turn off ignition switch.
Disconnect the negative battery terminal.
If the battery terminals are disconnected, recorded memory of
radio and each control unit is erased.
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead
and lead compounds. Wash hands after handling.
To prevent serious burns:
Avoid contact with hot metal parts.
Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot.
Dispose of or recycle drained oil or the solvent used for cleaning
parts in an appropriate manner.
Do not attempt to top off the fuel tank after the fuel pump nozzle
shuts off automatically.
Continued refueling may cause fuel overflow, resulting in fuel
spray and possibly a fire.
Clean all disassembled parts in the designated liquid or solvent
prior to inspection or assembly.
Replace oil seals, gaskets, packings, O-rings, locking washers, cotter pins, self-locking nuts, etc. with new
ones.
Replace inner and outer races of tapered roller bearings and needle bearings as a set.
Arrange the disassembled parts in accordance with their assembled locations and sequence.
Do not touch the terminals of electrical components which use microcomputers (such as ECM).
Static electricity may damage internal electronic components.
After disconnecting vacuum or air hoses, attach a tag to indicate the proper connection.
Use only the fluids and lubricants specified in this manual.
Use approved bonding agent, sealants or their equivalents when required.
Use hand tools, power tools (disassembly only) and recom-
mended special tools where specified for safe and efficient ser-
vice repairs.
When repairing the fuel, oil, water, vacuum or exhaust systems,
check all affected lines for leaks.
Before servicing the vehicle:
Protect fenders, upholstery and carpeting with appropriate cov-
ers.
Take caution that keys, buckles or buttons do not scratch paint.
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PRECAUTIONS
WARNING:
To prevent ECM from storing the diagnostic trouble codes, do not carelessly disconnect the harness
connectors which are related to the engine control system and TCM (transmission control module)
system. The connectors should be disconnected only when working according to the WORK FLOW of
TROUBLE DIAGNOSES in EC and AT sections.
Precautions for Three Way CatalystBAS00074
If a large amount of unburned fuel flows into the catalyst, the catalyst temperature will be excessively high. To
prevent this, follow the instructions.
Use unleaded gasoline only. Leaded gasoline will seriously damage the three way catalyst.
When checking for ignition spark or measuring engine compression, make tests quickly and only when
necessary.
Do not run engine when the fuel tank level is low, otherwise the engine may misfire, causing damage to
the catalyst.
Do not place the vehicle on flammable material. Keep flammable material off the exhaust pipe and the three
way catalyst.
Precautions for FuelBAS0008E
QR20DE/VQ23DE ENGINE (REGULAR GASOLINE, UNLEADED PREMIUM GASOLINE RECOM-
MENDED)
Use unleaded regular gasoline with an octane rating of at least 91 RON (research octane number).
CAUTION:
Do not use leaded gasoline. Using leaded gasoline will damage the three way catalyst. Using a fuel
other than that specified could adversely affect the emission control devices and systems, and could
also affect the warranty coverage validity.
VQ35DE ENGINE (PREMIUM GASOLINE)
Use unleaded premium gasoline with an octane rating of at least 95 RON (research octane number).
If unleaded premium gasoline is not available, unleaded regular gasoline with an octane rating of at least 91
RON (research octane number) can be used, but only under the following precautions:
have the fuel tank filled only partially with unleaded regular gasoline, and fill up with unleaded premium
gasoline as soon as possible.
avoid full throttle driving and abrupt acceleration.
However, for maximum vehicle performance, the use of unleaded premium gasoline is recommended.
CAUTION:
Do not use leaded gasoline. Using leaded gasoline will damage the three way catalyst. Using a fuel
other than that specified could adversely affect the emission control devices and systems, and could
also affect the warranty coverage validity.
Precautions for Multiport Fuel Injection System or Engine Control SystemBAS0008F
Before connecting or disconnecting any harness connector for
the multiport fuel injection system or ECM:
Turn ignition switch to “OFF” position.
Disconnect negative battery terminal.
Otherwise, there may be damage to ECM.
Before disconnecting pressurized fuel line from fuel pump to
injectors, be sure to release fuel pressure.
Be careful not to jar components such as ECM and mass air
flow sensor.
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TERMINOLOGY
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Nonvolatile random access memory NVRAM ***
On board diagnostic system OBD system Self-diagnosis
Open loop OL Open loop
Oxidation catalyst OC Catalyst
Oxidation catalytic converter system OC system ***
Oxygen sensor O2S Exhaust gas sensor
Park position switch *** Park switch
Park/neutral position switch PNP switchPark/neutral switch
Inhibitor switch
Neutral position switch
Periodic trap oxidizer system PTOX system ***
Positive crankcase ventilation PCV Positive crankcase ventilation
Positive crankcase ventilation valve PCV valve PCV valve
Powertrain control module PCM ***
Programmable read only memory PROM ***
Pulsed secondary air injection control sole-
noid valvePAIRC solenoid valve AIV control solenoid valve
Pulsed secondary air injection system PAIR system Air induction valve (AIV) control
Pulsed secondary air injection valve PAIR valve Air induction valve
Random access memory RAM ***
Read only memory ROM ***
Scan tool ST ***
Secondary air injection pump AIR pump ***
Secondary air injection system AIR system ***
Sequential multiport fuel injection system SFI system Sequential fuel injection
Service reminder indicator SRI ***
Simultaneous multiport fuel injection sys-
tem*** Simultaneous fuel injection
Smoke puff limiter system SPL system ***
Supercharger SC ***
Supercharger bypass SCB ***
System readiness test SRT ***
Thermal vacuum valve TVV Thermal vacuum valve
Three way catalyst TWC Catalyst
Three way catalytic converter system TWC system ***
Three way + oxidation catalyst TWC + OC Catalyst
Three way + oxidation catalytic converter
systemTWC + OC system ***
Throttle body TBThrottle chamber
SPI body
Throttle body fuel injection system TBI system Fuel injection control
Throttle position TP Throttle position
Throttle position sensor TPS Throttle sensor
Throttle position switch TP switch Throttle switch
Torque converter clutch solenoid valve TCC solenoid valveLock-up cancel solenoid
Lock-up solenoid NEW TERMNEW ACRONYM /
ABBREVIATIONOLD TERM
IDX-4
ALPHABETICAL INDEX
Electric throttle control actuator (VQ23DE and VQ35DE)
EM-137
Electrical load signal circuit ................ EC-280, EC-670
Electrical unit ..................................................... PG-74
Electrical units location ...................................... PG-67
Electronic ignition (EI) system ............. EC-23, EC-360
EMNT - Wiring diagram ................................... EC-673
ENG SS - Wiring diagram ................................ AT-117
Engine control circuit diagram ............. EC-70, EC-413
Engine control component parts location .......... EC-64,
EC-406
Engine control module (ECM) ............ EC-190, EC-538
Engine control system diagram and chart ........ EC-20,
EC-357
Engine coolant temperature sensor (ECTS) ... EC-131,
EC-474
Engine coolant(QR20DE) ................................. CO-10
Engine coolant(VQ23DE and VQ35DE) ........... CO-34
Engine fail-safe system ........................ EC-59, EC-401
Engine mounting control (Front) ...................... EC-672
Engine oil filter replacement(QR20DE) ............. MA-21
Engine oil filter replacement(VQ23DE and VQ35DE) ...
MA-31
Engine oil precautions .......................................... GI-8
Engine oil replacement(QR20DE) .................... MA-20
Engine oil replacementVQ23DE and VQ35DE . MA-30
Engine oil(QR20DE) ............................................ LU-7
Engine oil(VQ23DE and VQ35DE) .................... LU-19
Engine removal(QR20DE) ................................ EM-77
Engine removal(VQ23DE and VQ35DE) ........ EM-223
Engine trouble diagnoses ................................ EC-394
ETC1 - Wiring diagram ...................... EC-201, EC-556
ETC2 - Wiring diagram ...................... EC-209, EC-564
ETC3 - Wiring diagram ...................... EC-214, EC-569
EVAP canister ...................................... EC-29, EC-369
EVAP canister purge volume control solenoid valve ....
EC-282
, EC-677
EVAP vapor lines inspection ............................. MA-23
EVAP vapor lines inspection(VQ23DE and VQ35DE) ..
MA-34
EVAP vapor lines inspectionVQ23DE and VQ35DE ....
MA-33
Evaporative emission (EVAP) system . EC-27, EC-366
Evaporator ..................................................... ATC-144
Exhaust manifold(QR20DE) ............................. EM-23
Exhaust manifold(VQ23DE and VQ35DE) ..... EM-140
Exhaust system ................................................... EX-2
Exhaust system inspection ..................... EX-2, MA-35
Expansion valve ............................................. ATC-145
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F/FOG - Wiring diagram ................................... LT-129
F/LID - Wiring diagram ....................................... BL-45
F/PUMP - Wiring diagram .................. EC-296, EC-691
Floor trim ............................................................. EI-52
Flow charts ......................................................... GI-24
Fluid temparature sensor (CVT) ...................... CVT-69
Fluids ................................................................ MA-14
Fluorescent leak detector ............................. ATC-146
Fog lamp, front ................................................. LT-126
Freeze frame data .............................. EC-35, EC-376
FRO2 - Wiring diagram ..................... EC-302, EC-309
FRO2B1 - Wiring diagram ................ EC-697, EC-707
FRO2B2 - Wiring diagram ................ EC-699, EC-709
Front bumper ...................................................... EI-14
Front door ............................. BL-119, BL-123, GW-46
Front fog lamp .................................................. LT-126
Front passenger air bag .................................. SRS-39
Front seat belt ...................................................... SB-3
Front seat belt pre-tensioner ..... SB-2, SRS-3, SRS-46
Front side air bag ............................................ SRS-40
Front washer ...................................................... WW-4
Front wiper ......................................................... WW-4
FTS - Wiring diagram ...................................... CVT-70
Fuel cut control (at no load high engine speed) EC-24,
EC-361
Fuel gauge ............................................................ DI-4
Fuel injector and fuel tube(QR20DE) ................ EM-34
Fuel injector and fuel tube(VQ23DE and VQ35DE) ......
EM-155
Fuel lid opener, electric ...................................... BL-44
Fuel line inspection .............................................. FL-3
Fuel line inspection(QR20DE) .......................... MA-20
Fuel line inspectionVQ23DE and VQ35DE ....... MA-30
Fuel pressure check ........................... EC-49, EC-392
Fuel pressure release ......................... EC-49, EC-392
Fuel pump ......................................... EC-295, EC-690
Fuel pump and gauge .......................................... FL-4
Fuel system ......................................................... FL-3
Fuel tank .............................................................. FL-8
Fuel tank vacuum relief valve ............. EC-29, EC-369
Fuse .................................................................. PG-16
Fuse and fusible link box .................................. PG-80
Fusible link ........................................................ PG-16
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Gauges ................................................................. DI-4
Glass ...................................... GW-11, GW-46, GW-50
Grease .............................................................. MA-14
Grille - See Exterior ............................................ EI-20
Ground distribution ........................................... PG-29
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H/AIM - Wiring diagram ................................... LT-122
H/LAMP - Wiring diagram .................................. LT-42
Harness connector ............................................ PG-71
Harness layout .................................................. PG-42
Hazard warning lamp ....................................... LT-152
Headlamp aiming control ...................... LT-99, LT-122
Headlamp leveler - See Headlamp aiming control ........
LT-122
Headlining - See Roof trim .................................. EI-54
Heated oxygen sensor 1 ..... EC-143, EC-150, EC-301
Heated oxygen sensor 1 (bank 1) .... EC-486, EC-496,
EC-696
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PREPARATION ........................................................... 3
Special Service Tools ............................................... 3
Commercial Service Tools ........................................ 3
DESCRIPTION ............................................................ 4
Pre-Delivery Inspection Items .................................. 4
GENERAL MAINTENANCE ....................................... 6
General Maintenance ............................................... 6
OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE ...................................... 6
INSIDE THE VEHICLE .......................................... 6
UNDER THE HOOD AND VEHICLE .................... 7
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ....................................... 8
Periodic Maintenance ............................................... 8
ENGINE AND EMISSION CONTROL MAINTE-
NANCE .................................................................. 8
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE ............... 9
MAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE DRIVING
CONDITIONS ...................................................... 10
ENGINE AND EMISSION CONTROL MAINTE-
NANCE ................................................................. 11
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE ............. 12
MAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE DRIVING
CONDITIONS ...................................................... 13
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ...... 14
Fluids and Lubricants ............................................. 14
SAE Viscosity Number ........................................... 15
GASOLINE ENGINE ........................................... 15
Anti-Freeze Coolant Mixture Ratio ......................... 15
ENGINE MAINTENANCE (QR20DE) ....................... 16
Checking Drive Belts .............................................. 16
Tension Adjustment ................................................ 16
Changing Engine Coolant ...................................... 16
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT ......................... 16
REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT ........................ 17
FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM ......................... 18
Checking Cooling System ...................................... 18
CHECKING COOLING SYSTEM HOSES .......... 19
CHECKING RADIATOR CAP .............................. 19
CHECKING RADIATOR SYSTEM FOR LEAKS ... 20
Checking Fuel Lines ............................................... 20
Changing Air Cleaner Filter .................................... 20VISCOUS PAPER TYPE ..................................... 20
Changing Engine Oil ............................................... 20
Changing Oil Filter .................................................. 21
REMOVAL ........................................................... 21
INSTALLATION ................................................... 22
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 22
Checking and Changing Spark Plugs ..................... 22
REMOVAL ........................................................... 22
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ....................... 23
INSTALLATION ................................................... 23
Checking EVAP Vapor Lines .................................. 23
ENGINE MAINTENANCE (VQ23DE AND VQ35DE) ... 24
Checking Drive Belts .............................................. 24
Tension Adjustment ................................................ 24
ALTERNATOR AND A/C COMPRESSOR BELT ... 25
POWER STEERING OIL PUMP BELT ................ 25
Changing Engine Coolant ....................................... 25
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT .......................... 26
REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT ......................... 26
FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM ......................... 27
Checking Cooling System ...................................... 28
CHECKING COOLING SYSTEM HOSES ........... 28
CHECKING RADIATOR CAP .............................. 28
CHECKING RADIATOR ...................................... 29
CHECKING COOLING SYSTEM FOR LEAKS ... 29
Checking Fuel Lines ............................................... 30
Changing Air Cleaner Filter .................................... 30
VISCOUS PAPER TYPE ..................................... 30
Changing Engine Oil ............................................... 30
Changing Oil Filter .................................................. 31
REMOVAL ........................................................... 31
INSTALLATION ................................................... 31
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 32
Changing Spark Plug (Platinum-Tipped Type) ....... 32
REMOVAL ........................................................... 32
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ....................... 32
INSTALLATION ................................................... 33
Checking Positive Crankcase Ventilation System ... 33
PCV (POSITIVE CRANKCASE VENTILATION)
VALVE ................................................................. 33
HARNESS
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Wiring Diagram Codes (Cell Codes) BKS002FS
Use the chart below to find out what each wiring diagram code stands for.
Refer to the wiring diagram code in the alphabetical index to find the location (page number) of each wiring
diagram.
Code Section Wiring Diagram Name
A/C ATC Air Conditioner
ABS BRC Anti-Lock Brake System
AFS LT Adaptive Front Lighting System
APPS1 EC Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor
APPS2 EC Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor
APPS3 EC Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor
ASC/BS EC Automatic Speed Control Device (ASCD) Brake Switch
ASC/SW EC Automatic Speed Control Device (ASCD) Steering Switch
ASCBOF EC Automatic Speed Control Device (ASCD) Brake Switch
ASCIND EC Automatic Speed Control Device (ASCD) Indicator
AT/IND DI A/T Indicator Lamp
AUDIO AV Audio
AUT/DP SE Automatic Drive Positioner
AUTO/L LT Auto Light Control
BA/FTS AT A/T Fluid Temperature Sensor and TCM Power Supply
BACK/L LT Back-Up Lamp
BRK/SW EC Brake Switch
CAN AT CAN Communication Line
CAN CVT CAN Communication Line
CAN EC CAN Communication Line
CAN LAN CAN System
CHARGE SC Charging System
CHIME DI Warning Chime
CIGAR WW Cigarette Lighter
COMBSW LT Combination Switch
COMM AV Audio Visual Communication Line
COOL/F EC Cooling Fan Control
CVTIND DI CVT Indicator Lamp
D/LOCK BL Power Door Lock
DEF GW Rear Window Defogger
ECM/PW EC ECM Power Supply for Back-Up
ECTS EC Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
EMNT EC Electronic Controlled Engine Mount
ENGSS AT Engine Speed Signal
ETC1 EC Electric Throttle Control Function
ETC2 EC Electric Throttle Control Motor Relay
ETC3 EC Electric Throttle Control Motor
F/FOG LT Front Fog Lamp
F/LID BL Fuel Lid Opener
F/PUMP EC Fuel Pump
FRO2 EC Heated Oxygen Sensor 1 Heater