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Maintenance and service
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Battery
"Before beginning work on or near any bat-
tery, be sure to extinguish all cigarettes, match-
es, and lighters. Never expose a battery to an
open flame or electric sparks. Batteries give off
a gas which is highly flammable and explosive." For safety, in case an explosion does occur,
wear eye protection or shield your eyes when
working near any battery. Never lean over a bat-tery. " Do not let battery fluid contact eyes, skin,
fabrics, or paint because battery fluid is a cor-
rosive acid. If battery fluid gets on your skin or
in your eyes, immediately flush the area with
water thoroughly. Seek medical help immedi-
ately if acid has entered the eyes.
If battery fluid is accidentally swallowed, imme-
diately drink a large amount of milk or water,
and seek medical attention immediately. " To lessen the risk of sparks, remove rings,
metal watchbands, and other metal jewelry.
Never allow metal tools to contact the positive
battery terminal and anything connected to it
WHILE you are at the same time in contact with any other metallic portion of the vehicle be-
cause a short circuit will result."
Keep everyone including children away from
the battery." Charge the battery in a well-ventilated area.
" Battery posts terminals and related accesso-
ries contain lead and lead compounds, chemi-
cals known to the State of California to case
cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands af-
ter handling.
Never use more than 10 amperes when charg-
ing the battery because it will shorten battery
life.
It is unnecessary to periodically check the battery fluid
level or periodically refill with distilled water.
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Specifications
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!Engine
! Electrical system
Engine modelEJ253
(2.5-liter, SOHC, non-turbo)EJ255
(2.5-liter, DOHC, turbo)EZ30D
(3.0-liter, DOHC, non-turbo)
Engine typeHorizontally opposed, liquid cooled 4 cylinder, 4 stroke gasoline engineHorizontally opposed, liquid cooled
6 cylinder, 4 stroke gasoline engine
Displacement cu-in (cc)150 (2,457)183 (3,000)
Bore × Stroke in (mm)3.92 × 3.11 (99.5 × 79.0)3.51 × 3.15 (89.2 × 80.0)
Compression ratio10.0 : 18.2 : 110.7 : 1
Firing order1 – 3 – 2 – 41 – 6 – 3 – 2 – 5 – 4
Battery type and capacity (5HR)2.5-liter modelsMT55D23L (12V-48AH)
AT75D23L (12V-52AH)
3.0-liter models75D23L (12V-52AH)
Alternator2.5-liter models12V-110A
3.0-liter models12V-100A
Spark plugs2.5-liter non-turbo modelsFR5AP-11 (NGK)
2.5-liter turbo modelsILFR6B (NGK)
3.0-liter modelsILFR6B (NGK)
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Specifications
Fuses and circuits !
Fuse panel located in the passenger
compartment
27 28 29 30 31 32 33
20 21 22 23 24 25 26
13 14 15 16 17 18 19
6 7 8 9 10 11 12 12345
UBC501BB
Fuse panelFuse ratingCircuit
120"
Cargo fan
" Trailer hitch connector
2Empty
315"Door locking
415"Front wiper deicer re- lay
" Moonroof
515"Combination meter
67.5"Remote control rear
view mirrors
" Seat heater relay
" Vanity mirror light
715"Combination meter
" Integrated unit
820"Stop light
920"Mirror heater
" Front wiper deicer
107.5"Power supply (Battery)
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Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ........................... 7-38
Warning light ........................................ 3-28, 7-39
Accessories ..................................................... 11-72
Accessory power outlet ..................................... 6-14
Active head restraint ............................................ 1-8
Air cleaner element ......................................... 11-24
Air conditioner ..................................................... 4-9
Air filtration system ............................................ 4-19
Air flow selection ................................................. 4-2
Alarm system ..................................................... 2-23
All-wheel drive warning light (AT vehicles) ........ 3-31
Aluminum wheels ............................................ 11-57
Antenna system .................................................. 5-2
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........................... 7-38
Arming the system ............................................. 2-24
Armrest .............................................................. 1-14
Ashtray .............................................................. 6-19
AT OIL TEMPerature warning light ................... 3-27
Audio control button .......................................... 5-56
Audio set ............................................................. 5-3
Auto-dimming mirror/compass .......................... 3-59
Automatic climate control system ...................... 4-10
Automatic transmission 4 speed ......................................................... 7-16
5 speed ......................................................... 7-25
Capacities ..................................................... 12-4 Fluid ............................................................ 11-33
Manual mode ....................................... 7-20, 7-30
Selector lever ...................................... 7-17, 7-26
Shift lock release ................................. 7-24, 7-35
Temperature warning light (AT OIL TEMP) .. 3-27
Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor (A/ELR) .......................................................... 1-18
B
Battery ............................................................. 11-67 Jump starting ................................................ 9-17
Replacement (Remote keyless entry system) ...................................................... 2-16
Brake Booster ....................................................... 11-44
Fluid ............................................................ 11-42
Pad and lining ............................................. 11-47
Pedal .......................................................... 11-45
Brake pedal
Free play .................................................... 11-45
Reserve distance ........................................ 11-45
Brake system .................................................... 7-37
Warning light ................................................ 3-29
Braking .............................................................. 7-37
Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings ....................................................... 11-47
Tips ............................................................... 7-37
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Index
Oil pressure warning light .................................. 3-26
Outside mirrors .................................................. 3-61
Outside temperature indicator ........................... 3-37
Overheating engine ........................................... 9-20 P
Parking
Brake stroke ............................................... 11-48
Light switch ................................................... 3-49
Periodic inspection .............................................. 8-6 Power Door locking switches ................................... 2-10
Seat ................................................................ 1-5
Steering fluid ............................................... 11-41
Windows ....................................................... 2-31
Precautions against vehicle modification .. 1-37, 1-92
Preparing to drive .............................................. 7-10
Printed antenna ................................................... 5-2 R
Rear Combination lights ...................................... 11-76
Differential gear oil ...................................... 11-37
Gate .............................................................. 2-39
Seats ............................................................ 1-11
Rear seat
Folding down (Station wagon) ...................... 1-12 Rear window
Defogger button ............................................ 3-57
Wiper and washer switch .............................. 3-55
Recommended
Automatic transmission fluid ....................... 11-35
Brake fluid ................................................... 11-43
Clutch fluid .................................................. 11-44
OIL grade and viscosity ....... 11-16, 11-17, 11-32, 11-36, 11-40
Power steering fluid .................................... 11-42
Spark plugs ................................................. 11-29
Remote keyless entry system ........................... 2-12
Replacement Brake pad and lining ................................... 11-47
Wiper blades ............................................... 11-60
Replacing
Air cleaner element ..................................... 11-24
Battery (remote keyless entry system) ......... 2-16
Lost transmitters (keyless entry system) ...... 2-17
Replacing bulbs ............................................... 11-73 Cargo area light .......................................... 11-85
Dome light .................................................. 11-82
Door step light ............................................ 11-84
Front fog light .............................................. 11-76
Front turn signal light .................................. 11-76
Headlight .................................................... 11-74
High mount stop light .................................. 11-86