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Ignition switch side
1. Ignition switch assembly
2. Clamp screw
3. Interlock cable
Select lever side
Type-1
1. Inner end of interlock cable
2. Interlock cam (or key release cam)
3. Stud bolt4. Cam boss
5. Claw
Select lever side
Type-2
KEY INTERLOCK CABLE
NOTE:
Don't bend interlock cable excessively when removing and
installing it, or system will not operate correctly.
Removal
1) Disconnect negative (±) cable from battery.
2) If equipped with air bag system, disable air bag system.
Refer to ªDisabling Air bag Systemº in Section 10B.
3) Remove steering column hole cover.
4) Tilt steering column if steering column is adjustable.
If no adjustable, loosen steering column bolts.
5) Remove steering column cover.
6) Remove interlock cable clamp screw located at ignition switch
assembly.
7) Disconnect interlock cable inner end.
(Ignition switch side.)
8) With console box removed, take out interlock cable by loosening
lock nuts.
9) Detach cable end from interlock cam (or key release cam) while
pressing claws of interlock cam boss. At this time, be careful not
to cause damage to its claws.
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1. Ignition switch assembly
2. Clamp screw
3. Outer end
1. Interlock cable
2. Steering column
3. Steering column
holder
Type-1
1. Interlock cam
2. Lever plate
3. Interlock cable
4. Pin with 4 mm (0.15 in.) dia.
7B1-72 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (4 A / T)
Installation
1) Shift select lever to ªNº range and turn ignition key to ªACCº
position.
2) Connect inner end of interlock cable to key interlock lever (Igni-
tion switch side).
3) Install outer end bracket of interlock cable to ignition switch as-
sembly, and tighten screw to specified torque.
Tightening Torque
(a): 2.2 N
.m (0.22 kg-m, 1.5 lb-ft)
4) Pass and connect interlock cable as shown at the left figure.
TYPE-1
5) Fix interlock cam by inserting pin with about 4 mm (0.15 in.) dia.
into holes of cam and lever plate.
6) Install cable end to interlock cam and stud bolt and after making
sure that cable outer is pushed in arrow direction B by leaf
spring, tighten mounting nut to specified torque. Remove pin.
Tightening Torque
(a): 13 N
.m (1.3 kg-m, 9.5 lb-ft)
7) Turn ignition key to ªACCº position and shift select lever to ªNº
range, and check for the followings.
a. When select lever is shifted at ªPº range with knob button
depressed, ignition key can not be turned from ªACCº to
ªLOCKº position.
b. When knob button is released, ignition key can be turned to
ªLOCKº position.
c. When ignition key is at ªLOCKº position, select lever can not
be shifted from ªPº to any other range.
8) Install console box.
9) Install steering column cover.
10) Adjust steering column or tighten steering column bolts.
11) Install steering column hole cover.
12) If equipped with air bag system, enable air bag system.
Refer to ªEnabling Air bag Systemº in Section 10B.
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1. Inner end of interlock cable
2. Key release cam
1. Key release cam
2. Cable outer(a)
Type-2
Type-2
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (4 A / T) 7B1-73
TYPE-2
5) With key release cam set as shown at the left figure, connect
inner end of interlock cable to key release cam. (Select lever
side.)
6) Move key release cam so that it is set at such angle as shown
at the left figure and with special tool inserted in hole A , fix key
release cam.
Special Tool
(A): 09925-78210 (6 mm)
7) With key release cam fixed with special tool, install cable outer
to bracket and after making sure that cable outer is pushed in
arrow direction B by leaf spring, tighten mounting nut to speci-
fied torque. Remove special tool.
Tightening Torque
(a): 13 N
.m (1.3 kg-m, 9.5 lb-ft)
8) Turn ignition key to ªACCº position and shift select lever to ªNº
range, and check for the followings.
a. When select lever is shifted at ªPº range with knob button
depressed, ignition key can not be turned from ªACCº to
ªLOCKº position.
b. When knob button is released, ignition key can be turned to
ªLOCKº position.
c. When ignition key is at ªLOCKº position, select lever can not
be shifted from ªPº to any other range.
9) Install console box.
10) Install steering column cover.
11) Adjust steering column or tighten steering column bolts.
12) Install steering column hole cover.
13) If equipped with air bag system, enable air bag system.
Refer to ªEnabling Air bag Systemº in Section 10B.
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (4 A / T) 7B1-77
ªAº, (d)
1. Drive plate
2. Torque converter
3. Case right stiffener (if equipped)
4. Automatic transmissionTightening torque
(a): 50 N´m
5.0 kg-m
36.5 lb-ft
(b): 65 N´m
6.5 kg-m
47.0 lb-ft
(c): 85 N´m
8.5 kg-m
61.5 lb-ft
(d): 78 N´m
7.8 kg-m
56.5 lb-ft
1. Automatic transmission
2. Transfer (4WD)
3. Engine rear mounting
4. Engine rear mounting member Tightening torque
(a): 50 N´m (5.0 kg-m, 36.5 lb-ft) ªAº: Sealant 99000-31110
REMOUNTING
WARNING:
When moving transmission assembly with torque convert-
er equipped in it, be sure to keep it horizontal. Tilting it with
its front facing down may allow converter to fall off. Where-
by an injury may result.
For remounting, reverse dismounting procedure. Use specified
torque as given below and left.
Tightening torque
N.mkg-mlb-ft
Exhaust No.1 pipe to manifold
bolts or nuts505.036.5
Muffler to exhaust No.2 pipe
nuts606.043.5
Universal joint flange bolts and
nuts505.036.5
Oil filler tube bolts
Select cable bracket bolts232.317.0
Clamp wiring harness and hoses securely.
Refer to ªSelect Cableº section for adjusting procedure of select
cable.
Refer to ªA / T Throttle Cableº section for tuning of A / T throttle
cable.
Follow fluid level check procedure for refilling automatic transmis-
sion fluid and its level adjusting.
Connect battery, and confirm that engine and transmission func-
tion acceptably.
When remounting drive plate, use specified bolts.
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ON-VEHICLE
SERVICE MOUNTING
EXTERNAL
UNIT REPAIR
Refer to the same section of UNIT REPAIR MANUAL mentioned in FOREWORD of this manual.
TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
Fastening portion
Tightening torque
Fastening portion
N´mkg-mlb-ft
Automatic transmission fluid drain plug232.317.0
Transfer oil filler / level and drain plugs232.317.0
Transmission case plug171.712.5
Manual select lever nut131.39.5
Manual select cable nut70.75.5
Manual selector assembly bolts181.813.5
Transmission to engine bolts and nuts858.561.5
Engine rear mounting bolts
Engine rear mounting member bolts
Transmission case right stiffener bolts
505.036.5
Universal joint flange bolts and nuts505.036.5
Torque converter mounting bolts656.547.0
Adapter case or extension case bolts
(G16 engine)353.525.5
Adapter case or extension case bolts
(J20 / H25 engines)424.230.0
Transmission range switch lock bolt5.50.554.0
Oil pipe union bolts353.522.5
Drive plate bolts787.856.5
Interlock cable clamp screw2.20.221.5
Interlock cable outer mounting nut131.39.5
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7C1
CLUTCH 7C1-1
GENERAL DESCRIPTION7C1 - 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DIAGNOSIS7C1 - 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE7C1 - 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Clutch Pedal Height 7C1 - 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Clutch Pedal Free Travel 7C1 - 4. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Clutch Fluid Pipe and Hose 7C1 - 4. . . . . . . . . . .
Clutch Master Cylinder 7C1 - 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fluid Inspection 7C1 - 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disassembly and Assembly
Clutch Master Cylinder 7C1 - 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Clutch Operating Cylinder 7C1 - 8. . . . . . . . . . . .
UNIT REPAIR7C1-10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Clutch Cover, Clutch Disc and
Flywheel 7C1 - 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TIGHTENING TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS7C1-14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
REQUIRED SERVICE MATERIALS7C1-14 . . . . .
SPECIAL TOOLS7C1-14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 7C1
CLUTCH
CONTENTS
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1. Crankshaft
2. Flywheel
3. Clutch disc
4. Pressure plate
5. Clutch cover
6. Diaphragm spring
7. Release bearing
8. Input shaft bearing
9. Input shaft
10. Operating cylinder
11. Clutch housing
12. Release fork
7C1-2 CLUTCH
The clutch is a diaphragm-spring clutch of a dry single
disc type. The diaphragm spring is of a tapering-finger
type, which is a solid ring in the outer diameter part,
with a series of tapered fingers pointing inward.
The disc, carrying torsional coil springs, is positioned
on the transmission input shaft with an involute spline
fit.
The clutch cover is secured to the flywheel, and car-
ries the diaphragm spring in such a way that the pe-
ripheral edge part of the spring pushes on the pres-
sure plate against the flywheel (with the disc in be-
tween), when the clutch release bearing is held back.
This is the engaged condition of the clutch.Depressing the clutch pedal causes the release bear-
ing to advance and pushes on the tips of the tapered
fingers of the diaphragm spring. When this happens,
the diaphragm spring pulls the pressure plate away
from the flywheel, thereby interrupting the flow of
drive from flywheel through clutch disc to transmis-
sion input shaft.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
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CLUTCH 7C1-3
DIAGNOSIS
ConditionPossible CauseCorrection
SlippingImproper clutch pedal free travel.
Worn or oily clutch disc facing.
Warped disc, pressure plate or flywheel
surface.
Weakened diaphragm spring.
Master cylinder piston or seal cup not returning.Bleed air or replace master
cylinder.
Replace disc.
Replace disc, clutch cover or
flywheel.
Replace clutch cover.
Repair master cylinder.
Dragging clutchImproper clutch pedal free travel.
Weakened diaphragm spring, or worn spring tip.
Rusted input shaft splines.
Damaged or worn splines of transmission
input shaft.
Excessively wobbly clutch disc.
Clutch facings broken or dirty with oil.
Fluid leakage.Bleed air or replace master
cylinder.
Replace clutch cover.
Lubricate.
Replace input shaft.
Replace disc.
Replace disc.
Repair or replace.
Clutch vibrationGlazed (glass-like) clutch facings.
Clutch facings dirty with oil.
Release bearing slides unsmoothly on input
shaft bearing retainer.
Wobbly clutch disc, or poor facing contact.
Weakened torsion springs in clutch disc.
Clutch disc rivets loose.
Distorted pressure plate or flywheel surface.
Weakened or loosened engine mounting
bolt or nut.Repair or replace disc.
Replace disc.
Lubricate or replace input
shaft bearing retainer.
Replace disc.
Replace disc.
Replace disc.
Replace clutch cover or flywheel.
Retighten or replace mounting.
Noisy clutchWorn or broken release bearing.
Input shaft front bearing worn down.
Excessive rattle of clutch disc hub.
Cracked clutch disc.
Pressure plate and diaphragm spring rattling.Replace release bearing.
Replace input shaft bearing.
Replace disc.
Replace disc.
Replace clutch cover.
Grabbing clutchClutch disc facings soaked with oil.
Clutch disc facings excessively worn.
Rivet heads showing out of facing.
Weakened torsion springs.Replace disc.
Replace disc.
Replace disc.
Replace disc.