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(T) Cluster Lid C
1. Insert a remover into gap between instrument panel and pad,
pull back to your side, and disconnect metal clips below.
2. Disconnect harness connectors, and remove cluster lid C.
CAUTION:
Cover surroundings with cloth to avoid scratches or damages.
(U) Display Unit and Audio Unit
1. Remove screws with power tool.
2. Disconnect harness connector, and remove display unit and
audio unit.
CAUTION:
Unit is heavy, so be careful not to pinch your fingers when
working.
(V) Front Defroster Grille (LH/RH)
Insert a remover into gaps between front defroster grille (LH/RH) and
instrument panel and pad, lift front defroster grille up, and remove
front defroster grille (LH/RH).
(W) Combination Meter Bracket
1. Remove bolts.
2. The installation bolts of the harness clip and steering column
assembly is removed, steering column assembly is pulled back-
ward, and set combination meter bracket free from the instru-
ment panel and pad. Refer to PS-12, "
STEERING COLUMN" .
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INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY
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CENTER CONSOLE
Disassembly
1. Insert a remover into side between gaps console rear finisher and pull back to your side, and disconnect
pawls below.
2. Disconnect harness connector and remove console rear finisher.
3. Insert a remover into side between gaps of console mask and pull back to your side.
4. Remove screws with power tool and remove console lid.
5. Remove screws fixing DVD player with power tool.
6. Disconnect harness connectors, and remove DVD player.
Assembly
Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.
1. Console lid 2. Screw 3. Console mask
4. Console body 5. DVD player bracket 6. DVD player
7. Console rear finisher
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LT-36
HEADLAMP - XENON TYPE -
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NOTE:
After installation, perform aiming adjustment. Refer to LT- 3 4 , "
Aiming Adjustment" .
PARKING LAMP (CLEARANCE LAMP)
1. Turn lighting switch OFF.
2. Turn bulb socket counterclockwise and unlock it.
3. Remove bulb from its socket.
4. Install in the reverse order of removal.
FRONT TURN SIGNAL LAMP
1. Turn lighting switch OFF.
2. Turn bulb socket counterclockwise with suitable tool and unlock
it.
3. Remove bulb from its socket.
4. Install in the reverse order of removal.
FRONT SIDE MARKER LAMP
1. Turn lighting switch OFF.
2. Turn bulb socket counterclockwise and unlock it.
3. Remove bulb from its socket.
4. Install in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
After installing bulb, be sure to install plastic cap and bulb
socket securely to insure watertightness.
Removal and InstallationAKS007MX
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the battery negative cable.
2. Remove front bumper. Refer to EI-14, "
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3. Remove headlamp mounting bolts.
4. Remove plastics bumper bracket, then pull headlamp toward
vehicle front, disconnect connector, and remove headlamp.
INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal. Headlamp high/low beam (Xenon) : 12V - 35W (D2S)
Parking lamp (Clearance lamp) : 12V - 5W
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Front side marker lamp : 12V - 3.8W
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ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM
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PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 3
Precautions for Liquid Gasket .................................. 3
LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE ..... 3
PREPARATION ........................................................... 4
Special Service Tools ............................................... 4
Commercial Service Tools ........................................ 4
LUBRICATION SYSTEM ............................................ 5
Lubrication Circuit .................................................... 5
System Drawing ....................................................... 6
ENGINE OIL ............................................................... 7
Inspection ................................................................. 7
ENGINE OIL LEVEL ............................................. 7
ENGINE OIL APPEARANCE ................................ 7
ENGINE OIL LEAKAGE ........................................ 7
OIL PRESSURE CHECK ...................................... 8
Changing Engine Oil ................................................ 9
OIL FILTER ............................................................... 10
Removal and Installation ........................................ 10
REMOVAL ........................................................... 10
INSTALLATION ................................................... 10
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ............... 10
OIL FILTER BRACKET (AWD) ................................. 12
Removal and Installation ........................................ 12
REMOVAL ........................................................... 12
INSTALLATION ................................................... 12
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ............... 12
OIL COOLER ............................................................ 14
Removal and Installation ........................................ 14
2WD MODEL ...................................................... 14
AWD MODEL ...................................................... 15
REMOVAL ........................................................... 15
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ....................... 15
INSTALLATION ................................................... 16
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ............... 16
OIL PUMP ................................................................. 17
Removal and Installation ........................................ 17REMOVAL ........................................................... 17
INSTALLATION ................................................... 17
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 17
Disassembly and Assembly .................................... 17
DISASSEMBLY ................................................... 17
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY ................ 18
ASSEMBLY ......................................................... 19
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ...... 20
Standard and Limit .................................................. 20
ENGINE OIL PRESSURE ................................... 20
OIL PUMP ........................................................... 20
REGULATOR VALVE .......................................... 20
ENGINE OIL CAPACITY (APPROXIMATE) ........ 20
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Precautions for Liquid Gasket ................................ 21
LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE ... 21
PREPARATION ......................................................... 22
Special Service Tools ............................................. 22
Commercial Service Tools ...................................... 22
LUBRICATION SYSTEM .......................................... 23
Lubrication Circuit ................................................... 23
System Drawing ..................................................... 24
ENGINE OIL .............................................................. 25
Inspection ............................................................... 25
ENGINE OIL LEVEL ............................................ 25
ENGINE OIL APPEARANCE .............................. 25
ENGINE OIL LEAKAGE ...................................... 25
OIL PRESSURE CHECK .................................... 25
Changing Engine Oil ............................................... 26
OIL FILTER ............................................................... 28
Removal and Installation ........................................ 28
REMOVAL ........................................................... 28
INSTALLATION ................................................... 28
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 28
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Removal and InstallationABS007ZS
REMOVAL
WARNING:
Be careful not to burn yourself, as engine oil may be hot.
1. Remove front engine undercover with power tool.
2. Using oil filter wrench [SST: KV10115801 (J-38956)], remove oil filter. Refer to LU-10, "
OIL FILTER" .
3. Remove oil cooler connector bolt, and then oil cooler.
4. Disconnect oil temperature sensor and oil pressure switch harness connector.
5. Remove oil filter bracket from oil pan (upper).
6. Remove oil temperature sensor and oil pressure switch from oil filter bracket.
INSTALLATION
Note to the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.
Install oil pressure switch and oil temperature sensor as follows:
–Remove old liquid gasket adhering to oil pressure switch and oil filter bracket.
–Apply liquid gasket and install oil pressure switch, and then oil temperature sensor with a new washer.
Use Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or equivalent. Refer to GI-48, "
RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL
PRODUCTS AND SEALANTS" .
Align cutout on oil cooler with protrusion on oil filter bracket. Refer to LU-16, "INSTALLATION" .
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
1. Check the engine oil level and add engine oil. Refer to LU-7, "ENGINE OIL" .
1. Oil filter 2. Connector bolt 3. Oil cooler
4. O-ring 5. Relief valve 6. Oil filter bracket
7. Gasket 8. Oil pressure switch 9. Oil temperature sensor
10. Washer 11. Oil pan (upper)
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2. Start engine, and check there is no leak of engine oil.
3. Stop engine and wait for 10 minutes.
4. Check the engine oil level again. Refer to LU-7, "
ENGINE OIL"
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REMOVAL
WARNING:
Be careful not to burn yourself, as engine oil and engine coolant may be hot.
1. Remove front engine undercover with power tool.
2. Disconnect water hoses from oil cooler pinching water hoses near oil cooler to prevent engine coolant
from spilling out.
Remaining engine coolant in piping will come out. Use a tray to collect it.
CAUTION:
Do not spill engine coolant on drive belt.
3. Using oil filter wrench [SST: KV10115801 (J-38956)], remove oil filter. Refer to LU-10, "
OIL FILTER" .
4. Remove connector bolt, and remove oil cooler.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Oil Cooler
Check oil cooler for cracks. Check oil cooler for clogging by blowing through engine coolant inlet. If necessary,
replace oil cooler.
Relief Valve
Inspect relief valve for movement, cracks and breaks by pushing ball. If replacement is necessary, remove
relief valve by prying it out with a suitable tool. Install a new relief valve in place by tapping it.
1. Oil filter 2. Connector bolt 3. Oil cooler
4. O-ring 5. Relief valve 6. Oil filter bracket
7. Water hose 8. Water hose 9. Water pipe
10. Water hose
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INSTALLATION
Note to the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.
2WD Model
Align cutout on oil cooler with protrusion on oil pan (upper).
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Align cutout on oil cooler with protrusion on oil filter bracket.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
1. Check the engine oil level and the engine coolant level and add engine oil and engine coolant. Refer to
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ENGINE OIL" and Refer to CO-11, "ENGINE COOLANT" .
2. Start engine, and check there is no leaks of engine oil or engine coolant.
3. Stop engine and wait for 10 minutes.
4. Check the engine oil level and the engine coolant level again. Refer to LU-7, "
ENGINE OIL" and Refer to
CO-11, "
ENGINE COOLANT" .
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