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ROOF RAIL
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Removal and InstallationEIS000N6
REMOVAL
1. Remove headlining. Refer toEI-29, "Removal and Installation".
2. Remove roof rail mounting nuts and roof rail covers (or roof
spoiler) mounting nuts.
1 Roof rail 2 Front cap 3 Rear cap
4 Roof rail cover 5 Roof rail bracket (front) 6 Roof rail bracket (rear)
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ROOF RAIL
3. Remove roof rail bracket mounting nuts (front and rear).
4. Remove roof rail covers (or roof spoiler). For removal of roof spoiler, refer toEI-21, "
Removal and Installa-
tion".
5. Remove roof rail mounting clips, and remove roof rails.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
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19. Remove timing chain tensioner for balancer unit with the follow-
ing procedure.
a. Lift tensioner lever up, and release rachet claw for return proof.
b. Push tensioner sleeve in, and hold it.
c. Matching the hole on lever with the one on body, insert a stopper
pin to secure tensioner sleeve.
d. Remove timing chain tensioner for balancer unit.
20. Remove timing chain for balancer unit and crankshaft sprockets.
21. Loosen mounting bolts in reverse order shown in the figure, and
remove balancer unit.
lUse Torx socket (size E14)
CAUTION:
lDo not disassemble balancer unit.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Timing Chain
Check timing chain for cracks or serious wear. If a malfunction is
detected, replace it.
Balancer Unit mounting bolt outer diameter.
lMeasure outer diameters (d1, d2) at the two positions shown in
the figure.
lMeasure d2 within the range A.
lIf the value difference (d1 – d2) exceeds the limit (a dimension
difference is large), replace it with a new one.
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Limit : 0.15 mm ( 0. 0059in) or more.
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Checking Fuel LinesEBS00BKP
Inspect fuel lines, filler cap and tank for improper attachment, leaks,
cracks, damage, loose connections, chafing or deterioration.
If necessary, repair or replace faulty parts.
General PrecautionsEBS00BKQ
WA RN ING:
when replacing fuel line parts, be sure to observe the following.
lPut a “ CAUTION: FLAMABLE” sign in workshop.
lBe sure to work in a well-ventilated area and furnish workshop with a CO2fire extinguisher.
lDo not smoke while servicing fuel system, keep open flames and spark away from work area.
CAUTION:
lBefore removing fuel line parts, carry out the following procedures.
–a) Put drained fuel in an explosion-proof container and put the lid on securely, keep the container
in safe area.
–b) Release fuel pressure from fuel line, Refer toEC-34, "Fuel Pressure Check",EC-399, "Fuel
Pressure Check".
–c) Disconnect battery ground cable.
lAlways replace O-ring and clamps with new ones.
lDo not tighten hose clamps excessively to avoid damaging hoses.
lDo not kink or twist tubes when they are being installed.
lAfter installing tubes, run engine and check for fuel leaks at connections.
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Checking Fuel LinesEBS00BKH
Inspect fuel lines, filler cap and tank for improper attachment, leaks,
cracks, damage, loose connections, chafing or deterioration.
If necessary, repair or replace faulty parts.
General PrecautionsEBS00BKI
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When replacing fuel line parts, be sure to observe the following.
lPut a “CAUTION: FLAMMABLE” sign in workshop.
lBe sure to work in a well-ventilated area and furnish workshop with a CO2fire extinguisher.
lDo not smoke while servicing fuel system. Keep open flames and spark away from work area.
CAUTION:
lBefore removing fuel line parts, carry out the following procedures:
–a) Put drained fuel in an explosion-proof container and put the lid on securely. Keep the container
in safe area.
–b) Disconnect battery ground cable.
lAlways replace O-ring and clamps with new ones.
lDo not kink or twist tubes when they are being installed.
lDo not tighten hose clamps excessively to avoid damaging hoses.
lAfter installing tubes, run engine and check for fuel leaks at connections.
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CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE
Drive Shaft
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lCheck boot and drive shaft for cracks, wear, damage and
grease leakage.
Lubricating Locks, Hinges and Hood LatchesELS000BR
Checking Seat Belts, Buckles, Retractors, Anchors and AdjustersELS000BS
Checking Body CorrosionELS000C0
Visually check body panels for collision damage (scratches, chipping, rubbing, etc.) or damage to the anti-cor-
rosion materials. In particular, check the following locations.
HEMMED PANELS
Hood front end, door lower end, trunk lid rear end, etc.
PANEL JOINT
Side sill of rear fender and center pillar, rear wheel housing of rear fender, around strut tower in engine com-
partment, etc.
PANEL EDGE
Trunk lid opening, sunroof opening, fender wheel-arch flange, fuel filler lid flange, around holes in panel, etc.
PA R T S C O N TA C T
Waist moulding, windshield moulding, bumper, etc.
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Front door Refer toBL-8, "DOOR".
Back door Refer toBL-60, "
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SUNROOF
SUNROOF UNIT
Removal
CAUTION:
lRemoval and installation of sunroof unit require 2 workers.
lWhen taking sunroof unit out, use shop cloths to protect seats and trim from damage.
lAfter installing sunroof unit and glass lid, be sure to carry out the leak test to confirm there is no
more leakage.
1. Remove headlining. Refer toEI-29, "
HEADLINING"
2. Disconnect drain hoses (4).
3. Disconnect interior lamp harness.
4. Remove both unit-side and body-side front sunroof bracket
mounting bolts.
5. Remove both unit-side and body-side center and rear sunroof
bracket mounting bolts.
6. Remove motor bracket mounting bolt.
7. Remove mounting bolts on the front end and side rails, and
remove sunroof unit from the roof panel.
8. Remove the sunroof unit out of the passenger compartment
while being careful not to damage the seats and trim.
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Installation
1. After bringing sunroof unit into the passenger compartment,
tighten mounting nuts on the side rails (2 each on left/right) Start
from the one at the front reference point.
2. Tighten mounting nuts (4) on the front end.
3. Align the front sunroof bracket to lower face of the rail and roof
side mounting face, and tighten bolts. Then tighten bolts on the
roof side.
4. Align the center and rear sunroof brackets to lower face of the
rail and roof side mounting face, and tighten bolts. Then tighten
bolts on the roof side.
NOTE:
Install the sunroof bracket evenly so that the roof surface has no
distortion.
5. Tighten bolts on motor bracket.
6. Connect the interior lamp harness.
GLASS LID
Removal
1. Tilt up glass lid.
2. Remove side trim.
3. Confirm the number of shims between glass lid and link, and
remove mounting nut to remove glass lid.
Installation
1. Tighten nuts on glass lid diagonally.
2. After installation, adjust the fit.
SUNSHADE
Removal and installation
1. Remove glass lid.
2. Remove rear drain.
3. Move link assembly to the fully open position.
4. Loosen the mounting screws (2) on the front LH shade slider.
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