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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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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 CatalystEAS00149
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 Fuel (Unleaded Premium Gasoline Required)EAS001KH
Use unleaded premium gasoline with an octane rating of at least 91 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) number (Research
octane number 96).
If unleaded premium gasoline is not available, unleaded regular gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87
AKI number (Research octane number 91) 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. Do not use E-85
fuel (85% fuel ethanol, 15% unleaded gasoline) unless the vehicle is specifically designed for E-85 fuel
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(i.e. Flexible Fuel Vehicle - FFV models). 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 SystemEAS0014B
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.
Precautions for HosesEAS0014C
HOSE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
To prevent damage to rubber hose, do not pry off rubber hose
with tapered tool or screwdriver.
To reinstall the rubber hose securely, make sure of hose inser-
tion length and clamp orientation. (If tube is equipped with hose
stopper, insert rubber hose into tube until it butts up against
hose stopper.)
HOSE CLAMPING
If old rubber hose is re-used, install hose clamp in its original
position (at the indentation where the old clamp was). If there is
a trace of tube bulging left on the old rubber hose, align rubber
hose at that position.
Discard old clamps; replace with new ones.
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After installing leaf spring clamps, apply force to them in the
direction of the arrow, tightening rubber hose equally all around.
Precautions for Engine OilsEAS0014D
Prolonged and repeated contact with used engine oil may cause skin cancer. Try to avoid direct skin contact
with used oil.
If skin contact is made, wash thoroughly with soap or hand cleaner as soon as possible.
HEALTH PROTECTION PRECAUTIONS
Avoid prolonged and repeated contact with oils, particularly used engine oils.
Wear protective clothing, including impervious gloves where practicable.
Do not put oily rags in pockets.
Avoid contaminating clothes, particularly underpants, with oil.
Heavily soiled clothing and oil-impregnated footwear should not be worn. Overalls must be cleaned regu-
larly.
First aid treatment should be obtained immediately for open cuts and wounds.
Use barrier creams, applying them before each work period, to help the removal of oil from the skin.
Wash with soap and water to ensure all oil is removed (skin cleansers and nail brushes will help). Prepa-
rations containing lanolin replace the natural skin oils which have been removed.
Do not use gasoline, kerosene, diesel fuel, gas oil, thinners or solvents for cleaning skin.
If skin disorders develop, obtain medical advice without delay.
Where practical, degrease components prior to handling.
Where there is a risk of eye contact, eye protection should be worn, for example, chemical goggles or face
shields; in addition an eye wash facility should be provided.
Precautions for Air ConditioningEAS0014E
Use an approved refrigerant recovery unit any time the air conditioning system must be discharged. Refer to
ATC-162, "
HFC-134a (R-134a) Service Procedure" for specific instructions.
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2-Pole LiftEAS0014Y
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When lifting the vehicle, open the lift arms as wide as possible and ensure that the front and rear
of the vehicle are well balanced.
When setting the lift arm, do not allow the arm to contact the brake tubes, brake cable, or fuel
lines.
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SAE J1930 Terminology List EAS00157
All emission related terms used in this publication in accordance with SAE J1930 are listed. Accordingly, new
terms, new acronyms/abbreviations and old terms are listed in the following chart.
NEW TERMNEW ACRONYM /
ABBREVIATIONOLD TERM
Air cleaner ACL Air cleaner
Barometric pressure BARO ***
Barometric pressure sensor-BCDD BAROS-BCDD BCDD
Camshaft position CMP ***
Camshaft position sensor CMPS Crank angle sensor
Canister *** Canister
Carburetor CARB Carburetor
Charge air cooler CAC Intercooler
Closed loop CL Closed loop
Closed throttle position switch CTP switch Idle switch
Clutch pedal position switch CPP switch Clutch switch
Continuous fuel injection system CFI system ***
Continuous trap oxidizer system CTOX system ***
Crankshaft position CKP ***
Crankshaft position sensor CKPS ***
Data link connector DLC ***
Data link connector for CONSULT-II DLC for CONSULT-II Diagnostic connector for CONSULT-II
Diagnostic test mode DTM Diagnostic mode
Diagnostic test mode selector DTM selector Diagnostic mode selector
Diagnostic test mode I DTM I Mode I
Diagnostic test mode II DTM II Mode II
Diagnostic trouble code DTC Malfunction code
Direct fuel injection system DFI system ***
Distributor ignition system DI system Ignition timing control
Early fuel evaporation-mixture heater EFE-mixture heater Mixture heater
Early fuel evaporation system EFE system Mixture heater control
Electrically erasable programmable read
only memoryEEPROM ***
Electronic ignition system EI system Ignition timing control
Engine control EC ***
Engine control module ECM ECCS control unit
Engine coolant temperature ECT Engine temperature
Engine coolant temperature sensor ECTS Engine temperature sensor
Engine modification EM ***
Engine speed RPM Engine speed
Erasable programmable read only memory EPROM ***
Evaporative emission canister EVAP canister Canister
Evaporative emission system EVAP system Canister control solenoid valve
Exhaust gas recirculation valve EGR valve EGR valve
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Exhaust gas recirculation control-BPT
valveEGRC-BPT valve BPT valve
Exhaust gas recirculation control-solenoid
valveEGRC-solenoid valve EGR control solenoid valve
Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sen-
sor
EGRT sensor Exhaust gas temperature sensor
EGR temperature sensor
Flash electrically erasable programmable
read only memoryFEEPROM ***
Flash erasable programmable read only
memoryFEPROM ***
Flexible fuel sensor FFS ***
Flexible fuel system FF system ***
Fuel pressure regulator *** Pressure regulator
Fuel pressure regulator control solenoid
valve*** PRVR control solenoid valve
Fuel trim FT ***
Heated Oxygen sensor HO2S Exhaust gas sensor
Idle air control system IAC system Idle speed control
Idle air control valve-air regulator IACV-air regulator Air regulator
Idle air control valve-auxiliary air control
valveIACV-AAC valve Auxiliary air control (AAC) valve
Idle air control valve-FICD solenoid valve IACV-FICD solenoid valve FICD solenoid valve
Idle air control valve-idle up control sole-
noid valveIACV-idle up control solenoid valve Idle up control solenoid valve
Idle speed control-FI pot ISC-FI pot FI pot
Idle speed control system ISC system ***
Ignition control IC ***
Ignition control module ICM ***
Indirect fuel injection system IFI system ***
Intake air IA Air
Intake air temperature sensor IAT sensor Air temperature sensor
Knock *** Detonation
Knock sensor KS Detonation sensor
Malfunction indicator lamp MIL Check engine light
Manifold absolute pressure MAP ***
Manifold absolute pressure sensor MAPS ***
Manifold differential pressure MDP ***
Manifold differential pressure sensor MDPS ***
Manifold surface temperature MST ***
Manifold surface temperature sensor MSTS ***
Manifold vacuum zone MVZ ***
Manifold vacuum zone sensor MVZS ***
Mass air flow sensor MAFS Air flow meter
Mixture control solenoid valve MC solenoid valve Air-fuel ratio control solenoid valve
Multiport fuel injection System MFI system Fuel injection controlNEW TERMNEW ACRONYM /
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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
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ALPHABETICAL INDEX
Numerics
2-4WD shift solenoid valve ................................ TF-95
4LO indicator lamp ............................................. TF-90
4WD shift indicator lamp .................................... TF-85
4WD shift switch ................................................ TF-95
4WD solenoid valve ........................................... TF-95
4WD warning lamp ............................................ TF-13
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A/C air flow ...................................................... ATC-29
A/C compressor clutch removal and installation .. ATC-
167
A/C compressor mounting ............................. ATC-166
A/C compressor precaution ............................. ATC-11
A/C compressor special service tool ................ ATC-14
A/C control operation (auto A/C) ...................... ATC-26
A/C diagnostic work flow (auto A/C) .............. ATC-120
A/C evaporator ............................................... ATC-175
A/C HFC134a (R134a) system identification ..... ATC-7
A/C HFC134a (R134a) system precaution ........ ATC-5
A/C HFC134a (R134a) system service procedure ATC-
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A/C HFC134a (R134a) system service tools ... ATC-14
A/C HFC134a system service equipment precaution ...
ATC-11
A/C lubricant (R134a) ...................................... ATC-22
A/C lubrication oil ............................................. ATC-22
A/C operational check ....................... ATC-56, ATC-59
A/C self-diagnoses (auto A/C) ........ ATC-53, ATC-120
A/C service data specification ........................ ATC-182
A/C trouble diagnoses (auto A/C) .................... ATC-33
A/C, A - Wiring diagram ................................... ATC-41
A/T - Wiring diagram .......................................... AT-52
A/T fluid checking ...................... AT-13, AT-58, MA-21
A/T fluid cooler cleaning .................................... AT-15
A/T fluid replacement ............................. AT-13, MA-23
A/T fluid temperature sensor ........................... AT-131
A/T IND - Wiring diagram .................................... DI-41
A/T indicator ........................................................ DI-41
A/T shift lock system ........................................ AT-236
A/T trouble diagnoses ........................................ AT-43
ABS - Wiring diagram ..................................... BRC-16
ABS (anti-lock brake system) ........................... BRC-7
Accelerator control system ............................... ACC-2
Accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor . EC-556, EC-
562, EC-576
Accelerator pedal released position learning ..... EC-44
AF1B1-Wiring diagram EC-431, EC-439, EC-447, EC-
456, EC-466, EC-475, EC-487
AF1B2-Wiring diagram EC-433, EC-441, EC-449, EC-
458, EC-468, EC-477, EC-489
AF1HB1-Wiring diagram .................................. EC-355
AF1HB2-Wiring diagram .................................. EC-357
Aiming adjustment .................................. LT-31, LT-78
Air bag .............................................................. SRS-3
Air cleaner and air duct ..................................... EM-14
Air cleaner filter replacement ............................ MA-15
Air conditioner cut control ................................. EC-30
Air flow meter - See Mass air flow sensor EC-146, EC-
154
Air fuel ratio sensor 1 .. EC-429, EC-437, EC-445, EC-
454, EC-463, EC-472, EC-484
Air fuel ratio sensor 1 heater ........................... EC-354
Air mix. door motor .......................................... ATC-67
All - mode 4WD system ..................................... TF-10
Ambient sensor ............................. ATC-125, ATC-136
Angular tightening application ............................. EM-3
APPS1 - Wiring diagram ................................. EC-558
APPS2 - Wiring diagram ................................. EC-564
APPS3 - Wiring diagram ................................. EC-578
ASC/BS - Wiring diagram ............................... EC-536
ASC/SW - Wiring diagram .............................. EC-519
ASCBOF - Wiring diagram .............................. EC-622
ASCD .............................................................. EC-647
ASCD (automatic speed control device) ........... ACS-3
ASCD brake switch ........................... EC-534, EC-621
ASCD indicator lamp ....................................... EC-628
ASCD steering switch ..................................... EC-517
ASCIND - Wiring diagram ............................... EC-629
ATP switch ......................................................... TF-96
ATP warning lamp .............................................. TF-89
AUDIO - Wiring diagram .................................... AV-10
AUT/DP - Wiring diagram .................................. SE-19
Auto air conditioner - Wiring diagram .............. ATC-41
Auto anti-dazzling inside mirror ........... GW-76, GW-77
Autolamp ............................................................ LT-47
Automatic amplifier ......................................... ATC-60
Automatic transmission number .......................... GI-48
AV and NAVI control unit ................................... AV-63
AV communication line ...................................... AV-87
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Back door trim ..................................................... EI-31
Back sonar .......................................................... DI-59
BACK/L - Wiring diagram ................................. LT-106
Back-up lamp ................................................... LT-106
Ball joint (front) ................................................ FSU-15
Basic inspection ................................................ EC-79
Battery ................................................................. SC-4
Battery/Starting/Charging System Tester SC-6, SC-12,
SC-19
BCM (Body control module) .............................. BCS-3
Block heater ...................................................... EM-73
Blower motor ................................... ATC-83, ATC-140
Body alignment ................................................ BL-174
Body component parts ..................................... BL-161
Body construction ............................................ BL-173
Body exterior paint color .................................. BL-160
Body mounting ................................................. BL-159
Body repair ....................................................... BL-160
Body sealing .................................................... BL-170
Brake booster .................................................... BR-17
Brake fluid level ................................................. MA-27
Brake hydraulic line ........................................... BR-12
Brake inspection ............................................... MA-28