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Safety Stands Floor Jack
1-11
Lift and Support Points
A
B CC
C
B
A
NOTE: If you are going to remove heavy com
ponents
such as suspension or the fuel tank from the rear of the
vehicle, first support the front of the vehicle with tall
safety stands. When substantial weight is removed
from the rear of the vehicle, the center of gravity can
change, causing the vehicle to tip forward on the lift.
1. Position the lift blocks (A) under the vehicle’s front support points (B) and rear support points (C).
2. Raise the lift a few inches, and rock the vehicle gently to be sure it is firmly supported.
3. Raise the lift to its full height, and inspect the vehicle support points for solid contact with the lift
blocks.
To support the vehicle on safety stands, use the same
support points as for a vehicle lift. Always use safety
stands when working on or under any vehicle that is
supported only by a jack. 1. When lifting the front of the vehicle, set the parking
brake. When lifting the rear of the vehicle, put the
shift lever in reverse for manual transmission, or in
P for automatic transmission.
2. Block the wheels that are not being lifted.
3. Position the floor jack under the front jacking bracket (A) or the rear jacking bracket (B). Center
the jacking bracket on the jack lift platform (C), and
jack up the vehicle high enough to fit the safety
stands under it.
4. Position the safety stands under the support points, and adjust them so the vehicle is level.
5. Lower the vehicle onto the stands.
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Wheel Lift Equipment
This is an acceptable way of towing the
vehicle.
Sling-type Equipment
This method of towing
the vehicle is unacceptable.
Manual Transmission
Automatic Transmission
1-13
The tow truck uses two
pivoting arms that go under the tires (front or rear) and
lift them off the ground. The other two wheels remain
on the ground.
The tow truck uses metal
cables with hooks on the ends. These hooks go around
parts of the frame or the suspension, and the cables lift
that end of the vehicle off the ground. The vehicle’s
suspension and body can be seriously damaged if this
method of towing is attempted.
If the vehicle cannot be transported by a flat-bed, it
should be towed with the front wheels off the ground. If
the vehicle is damaged, and must be towed with the
front wheels on the ground, or with all four wheels on
the ground, do this:
Release the parking brake.
Shift the transmission to neutral.
Leave the ignition switch in ACCESSORY (I) so the steering wheel does not lock.
Make sure all accessories are turned off to minimize current battery draw.
Release the parking brake.
Start the engine.
Shift to D, then to N.
Turn off the engine.
Leave the ignition switch in ACCESSORY (I) so the steering wheel does not lock.
Make sure all accessories are turned off to minimize current battery draw.
It is best to tow the vehicle no farther than 80 km
(50 miles), and keep the speed below 55 km/h (35 mph). Improper towing preparation will damage the
transmission. Follow the above procedure exactly. If
you cannot shift the transmission or start the engine
(automatic transmission), the vehicle must be
transported on a flat-bed.
Trying to lift or tow the vehicle by the bumpers will cause serious damage. The bumpers are not
designed to support the vehicle’s weight.
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Specifications
Standards and Service Limits
Design Specifications
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Engine Electrical
. 2-2
Engine Assembly . 2-2
Cylinder Head . 2-3
Engine Block . 2-4
Engine Lubrication . 2-5
Cooling System . 2-6
Fuel and Emissions . 2-7
Clutch . 2-7
Manual Transmission and M/T Differential (5-speed) . 2-8
Manual Transmission and M/T Differential (6-speed) . 2-10
Automatic Transmission and A/T Differential . 2-12
Steering . 2-18
Suspension . 2-18
Brakes . 2-19
Air Conditioning . 2-19
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Dimensions
. 2-20
Weight . 2-20
Engine . 2-20
Starter . 2-20
Clutch . 2-20
Manual Transmission . 2-21
Automatic Transmission . 2-21
Steering . 2-21
Suspension . 2-21
Tires . 2-21
Wheel Alignment . 2-22
Brakes . 2-22
Air Conditioning . 2-22
Electrical Ratings . 2-23
Body Specifications . 2-24
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ItemMeasurement Qualification Specification
2-20Design Specifications
DIMENSIONS Overall length
4.544 mm (178.9 in.)
Overall width 1,752 mm (69.0 in.)
Overall height 1,435 mm (56.5 in.)
Wheelbase 2,700 mm (106.3 in.)
Track Front1,499 mm (59.0 in.)
Rear 1,528 mm (60.2 in.)
Ground clearance 145 mm (5.7 in.)
Seating capacity Five (5)
WEIGHT Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR) See the certification label attached to the driver’s doorjamb
ENGINE Type Water cooled, 4-stroke DOHC i-VTEC engine
Cylinder arrangement Inline 4-cylinder, transverse
Boreandstroke 86x86mm(3.39x3.39in.)
Displacement 1,998 cm (122 cu in.)
Compression ratio K20Z29.6
K20Z3 11.0
Valve train Chain drive, DOHC i-VTEC 4 valves per cylinder
Lubrication system Forced, wet sump, with trochoid pump
Fuel required K20Z2Regular UNLEADED gasoline 87 Pump Octane Number or
higher
K20Z3 Premium UNLEADED gasoline 91 Pump Octane Number or
higher
STARTER Type Gear Reduction
Nominal output 1.6 kW
Nominal voltage 12 V
Hour rating 30 seconds
Direction of rotation Clockwise as viewed from drive end
CLUTCH Type Single plate dry, diaphragm spring
Clutch friction material surface area 174 cm (27 sq in.)
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14-30214-302 Valve Body
Valve Body Repair (cont’d)
Valve Body Valve Installation
C
A B
5. Remove the 600 paper. Thoroughly wash the
entire valve body in solvent, then dry it with
compressed air.
6. Coat the valve with ATF, then drop it into its bore. It should drop to the bottom of the bore under its
own weight. If not, repeat step 4, then retest. If the
valve still sticks, replace the valve body.
7. Remove the valve, and thoroughly clean it and the valve body with solvent. Dry all parts with
compressed air, then reassemble using ATF as a
lubricant. 1. Coat all parts with ATF before assembly.
2. Install the valves and the springs in the sequence
shown for the main valve body (see page 14-303),
the regulator valve body (see page 14-305), and the
servo body (see page 14- 306). Refer to the
following valve cap illustrations, and install each
valvecapsotheendshownfacingupwillbefacing
the outside of the valve body.
3. Install all the springs and the seats. Insert the spring (A) in the valve, then install the valve in the
valve body (B). Push the spring in with a
screwdriver, then install the spring seat (C).
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Valve Body Repair (cont’d)
Valve Body Valve Installation
C
A B
5. Remove the 600 paper. Thoroughly wash the
entire valve body in solvent, then dry it with
compressed air.
6. Coat the valve with ATF, then drop it into its bore. It should drop to the bottom of the bore under its
own weight. If not, repeat step 4, then retest. If the
valve still sticks, replace the valve body.
7. Remove the valve, and thoroughly clean it and the valve body with solvent. Dry all parts with
compressed air, then reassemble using ATF as a
lubricant. 1. Coat all parts with ATF before assembly.
2. Install the valves and the springs in the sequence
shown for the main valve body (see page 14-303),
the regulator valve body (see page 14-305), and the
servo body (see page 14- 306). Refer to the
following valve cap illustrations, and install each
valvecapsotheendshownfacingupwillbefacing
the outside of the valve body.
3. Install all the springs and the seats. Insert the spring (A) in the valve, then install the valve in the
valve body (B). Push the spring in with a
screwdriver, then install the spring seat (C).
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System Outline
17-28EPS Components
System Description (cont’d)
GAUGE CONTROL MODULE
ECM
Indicator drive signal
EPS CONTROL UNITEPS MOTOR
EPS MOTOR ANGLE SENSOR TORQUE SENSOR Motor drive signal
Motor angle signal Torque signal Idle control
demand
Communication via F-CAN
Vehicle
speed
signal
Engine
speed
signal
The power steering system adopts the electric power steering assisting for the control force of the steering wheel in
the driving force of the electric motor.
The EPS control unit is doing an appropriate steering force control according to the running situation of the vehicle (at
time of low speed, lightness, by the control of emphasis and high-speed running time, control with the steady weight
and the control which will be switched from low speed to high speed smoothly later) by the EPS motor.
The EPS control unit is designed for use with an automotive power steering for the primary purpose of controlling the
assist motor (brushless motor) for the power steering by using as inputs the steering torque signals received from the
‘‘steering torque sensor’’ installed in the steering gearbox as well as the speed signals received from the ‘‘vehicle
speed sensor’’ installed in the vehicle. In addition to the above function, the EPS control unit also provides the failsafe
function, self diagnosis function and motor output limiting function.
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Pre-Alignment Checks
Caster Inspection
Tire size (’06-08 models):Except Type S model:Front/Rear: P205/55R16 89H
Type S model: Front/Rear: P215/45R17 87V
Tire size (’09 model): Front/Rear: P215/45R17 87V
Tire Pressure (’06-08 models) (at cold): Except Type S model:Front/Rear: 220 kPa (2.2 kgf/cm , 32 psi)
Type S model: Front/Rear: 230 kPa (2.3 kgf/cm , 33 psi)
Tire Pressure (’09 model) (at cold): Front/Rear: 230 kPa (2.3 kgf/cm , 33 psi) Caster angle: 7 ° 00 ’ 1 °
2
2
2
18-5
Wheel Alignment
The suspension can be adjusted for front camber, front
toe, and rear toe. However, each of these adjustments
are related to each other. For example, when you adjust
camber, the toe will change. Therefore, you must adjust
the front wheel alignment whenever you adjust camber
or toe.
For proper inspection and adjustment of the wheel
alignment, do these checks: 1. Release the parking brake to avoid an incorrect measurement.
2. Make sure the suspension is not modified.
3. Make sure the fuel tank is full, and that the spare tire, the jack, and the tools are in place on the
vehicle.
4. Check the tire size and tire pressure.
5. Check the runout of the wheels and tires (see page 18-9). 6. Check the suspension ball joints (Hold a tire with
your hands, and move it up and down and right and
left to check for movement).
7. Before doing alignment inspections, be sure to remove all extra weight from the vehicle, and no
one should be inside the vehicle (driver or
passengers).
8. Bounce the vehicle up and down several times to stabilize the suspension.
9. Check that the steering column is set at the center tilt and telescopic position.
Use commercially available computerized four wheel
alignment equipment to measure wheel alignment
(caster, camber, toe, and turning angle). Follow the
equipment manufacturer’s instructions. 1. Check the caster angle.
If the measurement is within specifications,measure the camber angle.
If the measurement is not within specifications, check for bent or damaged suspension
components.
(cont’d)
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