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ALPHABETICAL INDEX
Rear combination lamp removal and installation ... LT-
125
Rear cover packing replacement diff. ..............
RFD-28
Rear door ........................................... BL-128, GW-68
Rear seat belt ...................................................... SB-6
Rear suspension ............................................. RSU-26
Rear view monitor ............................................... DI-73
Rear washer .................................................... WW-32
Rear window defogger ..................................... GW-74
Rear wiper ....................................................... WW-32
Refrigerant connection precaution .................... ATC-7
Refrigerant discharging evacuating charging ATC-171
Refrigerant general precaution .......................... ATC-6
Refrigerant lines ........... ATC-171, ATC-179, ATC-180
Refrigerant pressure sensor ............ EC-630, ATC-182
Relay box .......................................................... PG-78
Remote keyless entry system ............................ BL-44
Removal and installation (A/T) ........... AT-243, AT-246
Removal and installation (Transfer) ................. TF-145
Ring gear diff. inspection ................................. RFD-18
Road wheel size ................................................. GI-50
Rocker cover ..................................................... EM-35
Room lamp ....................................................... LT-134
Room lamp - See Interior lamp ........................ LT-134
ROOM/L - Wiring diagram ................................ LT-140
RP/SEN - Wiring diagram ............................... EC-631
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SAE J1979 - Service $01 - 09 ........................... EC-48
SEAT - Wiring diagram ..................................... SE-83
Seat belt inspection ............................... SB-11, MA-32
Seat belt pre-tensioner .................................... SRS-57
Seat belt, front ..................................................... SB-3
Seat belt, rear ...................................................... SB-6
Seat, front .......................................................... SE-91
Self-diagnosis (Transfer) .................................... TF-50
SEN/PW - Wiring diagram ............................... EC-461
SHIFT - Wiring diagram ................................... AT-222
Shift control (Transfer) ....................... TF-149, TF-176
Shift lock system .............................................. AT-221
Shock absorber (front) .................................... FSU-11
Shock absorber (rear) ..................................... RSU-35
Side air bag (satellite) sensor .......................... SRS-56
Side curtain air bag ......................................... SRS-53
Side trim .............................................................. EI-35
SMJ (super multiple junction) ............................ PG-74
SONAR - Wiring diagram .................................... DI-63
Spare tire size .................................................... GI-50
Spark plug ......................................................... EM-29
Spark plug replacement .................................... MA-18
Specification value .......................................... EC-134
Speedometer ......................................................... DI-5
Spiral cable ..................................................... SRS-48
SROOF - Wiring diagram .................................. RF-13
SRS - See Supplemental Restraint System ...... SRS-5
SRS - Wiring diagram ..................................... SRS-12
SRS Trouble diagnoses .................................... SRS-8
Stabilizer bar (front) ......................................... FSU-12
Stabilizer bar (rear) ......................................... RSU-42
Stall test (A/T) .................................................... AT-51
Standardized relay ............................................. PG-72
START - Wiring diagram ................................... SC-11
Starting system .................................................. SC-10
Steering gear, linkage and transfer gear inspection .....
MA-29
Steering linkage ................................................. PS-15
Steering wheel and column ................................. PS-7
Step lamp ......................................................... LT-135
Stop lamp ......................................................... LT-106
Stop lamp switch ................. EC-511, EC-523, EC-586
STOP/L - Wiring diagram ................................. LT-107
Strut (front) ...................................................... FSU-10
STSIG - Wiring diagram .................................. AT-101
Sub-oil pump (Transfer) ...................... TF-154, TF-167
Sun gear (Transfer) ............................ TF-149, TF-176
Sun roof, electric ................................................ RF-10
Sunload sensor .............................................. ATC-140
Sunroof .............................................................. RF-24
Supplemental Restraint System ........................ SRS-5
Supplemental restraint system - Wiring diagram . SRS-
12
Symbols and abbreviations ..................... GI-10, GI-23
Symptom matrix chart ........................................ EC-92
System readiness test (SRT) code .................... EC-54
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Tachometer .......................................................... DI-5
Tail lamp ........................................................... LT-111
TAIL/L - Wiring diagram .................................... LT-113
TCM circuit diagram .......................................... AT-50
TCM inspection table ......................................... AT-83
TCS - Wiring diagram ..................................... BRC-16
TCS (traction control system) ........................... BRC-7
TCS component parts and connector location BRC-14
TCS wheel sensors ........................................ BRC-14
Telephone .......................................................... AV-64
Theft warning system - See Vehicle security (Theft warn-
ing) system ......................................................... BL-75
Thermometer ...................................................... DI-26
Three way catalyst ............................................. EM-21
Three way catalyst function (Bank 1) .............. EC-354
Three way catalyst function (Bank 2) .............. EC-354
Three way catalyst precautions ............................ GI-5
Throttle control motor ...................................... EC-540
Throttle control motor relay .............................. EC-528
Throttle position sensor (TPS) ... EC-198, EC-320, EC-
483, EC-485, EC-560
Throttle valve closed position learning .............. EC-78
Tie-rod ............................................................... PS-15
Timing chain ...................................................... EM-37
Tire rotation ....................................................... MA-28
Tire size .............................................................. GI-50
Torque converter installation AT-244, AT-245, AT-248,
AT-249
Torque convertor clutch solenoid valve .... AT-118, AT-
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PRECAUTIONS .....................................................
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Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER” ............................................................. ..... 3
PREPARATION ...................................................... ..... 4
Special Service Tools .......................................... ..... 4
Commercial Service Tool .................................... ..... 4
GENERAL MAINTENANCE .................................. ..... 5
General Maintenance .......................................... ..... 5
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE .................................. ..... 7
Introduction of Periodic Maintenance .................. ..... 7
Maintenance For Off-road Driving (4WD only) .... ..... 7
Schedule 1 .......................................................... ..... 7
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTE-
NANCE ............................................................. ..... 7
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE .......... ..... 8
Schedule 2 .......................................................... ..... 9
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTE-
NANCE ............................................................. ..... 9
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE .......... ... 10
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ... ....11
Fluids and Lubricants .......................................... .... 11
SAE Viscosity Number ........................................ ... 12
GASOLINE ENGINE OIL ................................. ... 12
ANTI-FREEZE COOLANT MIXTURE RATIO .. ... 12
ENGINE MAINTENANCE ...................................... ... 13
Checking Drive Belts ........................................... ... 13
DRIVE BELT TENSION ................................... ... 13
Changing Engine Coolant ................................... ... 13
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT ...................... ... 13
REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT ..................... ... 14
FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM ...................... ... 15
Checking Fuel Lines ............................................ ... 16
Changing Fuel Filter ............................................ ... 16
Changing Engine Air Cleaner Filter ..................... ... 16
VISCOUS PAPER TYPE .................................. ... 16
Changing Engine Oil ........................................... ... 17
Changing Oil Filter .............................................. ... 17
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 17
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 17INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION .............
... 18
Changing Spark Plugs ......................................... ... 18
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 19
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL .................... ... 19
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 19
Checking EVAP Vapor Lines ............................... ... 20
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE ................ ... 21
Changing In-cabin Microfilter ............................... ... 21
Checking Exhaust System ................................... ... 22
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) .... ... 22
Changing Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) ... ... 24
Changing Transfer Fluid ...................................... ... 24
DRAINING ........................................................ ... 24
FILLING ............................................................ ... 25
Checking Transfer Fluid ...................................... ... 25
FLUID LEAKAGE AND FLUID LEVEL ............. ... 25
Checking Propeller Shaft ..................................... ... 25
Checking Final Drive Oil ...................................... ... 25
Changing Final Drive Oil ...................................... ... 26
Balancing Wheels ................................................ ... 26
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 26
WHEEL BALANCE ADJUSTMENT .................. ... 26
Tire Rotation ........................................................ ... 28
Checking Brake Fluid Level and Leaks ............... ... 28
Checking Brake Lines and Cables ...................... ... 28
Checking Disc Brake ........................................... ... 28
ROTOR ............................................................. ... 28
CALIPER .......................................................... ... 29
PAD .................................................................. ... 29
Checking Steering Gear and Linkage .................. ... 29
STEERING GEAR ............................................... 29
STEERING LINKAGE ......................................... 29
Checking Power Steering Fluid and Lines ........... ... 29
CHECKING FLUID LEVEL ............................... ... 29
CHECKING LINES ........................................... ... 30
Checking Axle and Suspension Parts ................. ... 30
FRONT AND REAR AXLE AND SUSPENSION
PARTS .............................................................. ... 30
DRIVE SHAFT .................................................. ... 30

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CHECKING LINES

Check lines for improper attachment, leaks, cracks, damage,
loose connections, chafing, and deterioration.
Checking Axle and Suspension PartsELS001CF
FRONT AND REAR AXLE AND SUSPENSION PARTS
Check front and rear axle and suspension parts for excessive play, cracks, wear or other damage.

Shake each wheel to check for excessive play.

Rotate each wheel to check for abnormal noise.

Check the axle and suspension nuts and bolts for looseness.

Check the strut and shock absorber for oil leakage or other damage.

Check the suspension ball joints for grease leakage and ball joint dust cover for cracks or other damage.
DRIVE SHAFT
Check the boots and drive shaft for cracks, wear, damage, and
grease leakage.
SGIA0506E
SMA525A
SFA901

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Wiring Diagram Codes (Cell Codes)EKS00BNE
Use the chart below to find out what each wiring diagram code stands for.
Refer to the wiring diagram code in the alphabetical index to find the location (page number) of each wiring
diagram.
CodeSection Wiring Diagram Name
A/C,A ATC Auto Air Conditioner
A/SUSP RSU Rear Air Suspension
AF1B1 EC Air Fuel Ratio (A/F) Sensor 1 (Bank 1)
AF1B2 EC Air Fuel Ratio (A/F) Sensor 1 (Bank 2)
AF1HB1 EC Air Fuel Ratio (A/F) Sensor 1 (Bank 1)
AF1HB2 EC Air Fuel Ratio (A/F) Sensor 1 (Bank 2)
APPS1 EC Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor
APPS2 EC Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor
APPS3 EC Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor
ASC/BS EC ASCD Brake Switch
ASC/SW EC ASCD Steering Switch
ASCBOF EC ASCD Brake Switch
ASCIND EC ASCD Indicator
A/T AT A/T Assembly
AT/IND DI A/T Indicator Lamp
AUDIO AV Audio
AUT/DP SE Automatic Drive Positioner
AUTO/L LT Auto Light Control
B/CLOS BL Back Door Auto Closure System
BACK/L LT Back-up Lamp
BRK/SW EC Brake Switch
CAN EC CAN Communication Line
CAN LAN CAN System
CHARGE SC Charging System
CHIME DI Warning Chime
CLOCK DI Clock
COOL/F EC Cooling Fan Control
COMBSW LT Combination Switch
COMM AV Audio Visual Communication System
COMPAS DI Compass and Thermometer
D/LOCK BL Power Door Lock
DEF GW Rear Window Defogger
DTRL LT Headlamp - With Daytime Light System
DVD AV DVD Entertainment System
ECM/PW EC ECM Power Supply for Back-Up
ECTS EC Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
ETC1 EC Electric Throttle Control Function
ETC2 EC Throttle Control Motor Relay
ETC3 EC Throttle Control Motor
F/FOG LT Front Fog Lamp
F/PUMP EC Fuel Pump
FTTS EC Fuel Tank Temperature Sensor
FUELB1 EC Fuel Injection System Bank 1
FUELB2 EC Fuel Injection System Bank 2
H/AIM LT Headlamp Aiming Control
H/PHON AV Hands Free Telephone
H/LAMP LT Headlamp

NOISE, VIBRATION, AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTINGPR-3
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Use the chart below to help you find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
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PR-4
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PR-8 (rear)
PR-4 (front)
PR-8 (rear)
PR-4 (front)
PR-8 (rear)
FFD-6, "
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RFD-7, "
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FAX-4, "
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RAX-4, "
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FSU-4, "
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RSU-5, "
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WT-4, "
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WT-4, "
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BR-5, "
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Possible cause and suspected parts
Uneven rotation torque
Rotation imbalance
Excessive run out
Differential
Axle
Suspension
Tires
Road wheel
Drive shaft
Brakes
Steering
Symptom Noise
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Shake ×××××××
Vibration ××××××××

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Use chart below to help you find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
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PS-6PS-6PS-18PS-18PS-18PS-6PS-7PS-7
EM-13, "
Checking Drive Belts
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PS-7PS-13PS-15PS-11PS-10PS-15

PR-3, "
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Possible cause and sus-
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Fluid level
Air in hydraulic system
Outer socket ball joint swinging force
Outer socket ball joint rotating torque
Outer socket ball joint end play
Steering fluid leakage
Steering wheel play
Steering gear rack sliding force
Drive belt looseness
Improper steering wheel
Improper installation or looseness of tilt lock lever
Mounting rubber deterioration
Steering column deformation or damage
Improper installation or looseness of steering column
Steering linkage looseness
PROPELLER SHAFT
FRONT FINAL DRIVE
WHEEL HUB
SUSPENSION
TIRES
ROAD WHEEL
DRIVE SHAFT
BRAKES
Symptom Noise
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Shake ×××× ××××× ×
Vibration ××××× × ××× ×
Shimmy ××× × ×××× ×
Shudder × × ×××× ×

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STEERING WHEELPFP:48430
On-Vehicle Inspection and ServiceEGS000UC
CHECKING CONDITION OF INSTALLATION

Check installation condition of steering gear assembly, front suspension, axle and steering column.

Check if movement exists when steering wheel is moved up and down, to the left and right and to the axial
direction.

Check if the mounting nuts for steering gear assembly are loose.
Refer to PS-15, "
POWER STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE" .
CHECKING STEERING WHEEL PLAY
1. Turn tires straight ahead, start engine, then turn steering wheel to the left and right lightly, and measure
steering wheel movement on the outer circumference when steering wheel is turned up to the point where
tires start moving.
CHECKING NEUTRAL POSITION ON STEERING WHEEL

Check neutral position on steering wheel after confirming that front wheel alignment is correct. Refer to
FSU-6, "
Front Wheel Alignment" .
1. Turn tires straight ahead, check if steering wheel is in the neutral position.
2. If it is not in the neutral position, remove steering wheel and reinstall it correctly.
3. If the neutral position cannot be attained by repositioning the steering wheel two teeth or less on steering stem, loosen tie-rod lock nuts of steering outer sockets, then adjust tie-rods by the same amount in the
opposite direction.
CHECKING STEERING WHEEL TURNING FORCE
1. Park vehicle on a level, dry surface and set parking brake.
2. Start engine.
3. Bring power steering fluid up to operating temperature of 60 ° – 80° C (140 ° – 176° F).
4. Tires need to be inflated to specified pressure. Refer to WT-38, "
Tire" .
5. Check steering wheel turning force using Tool when steering wheel has been turned 360 ° from the neutral position.
6. If steering wheel turning force is out of specification, inspect the following:

Steering column. Refer to PS-11, "INSPECTION AFTER
REMOVAL" .

Power steering oil pump. Refer to PS-21, "CHECKING
RELIEF OIL PRESSURE" .
7. If steering column and power steering oil pump meet specifications, replace steering gear. Refer to PS-15,
"Removal and Installation" .
End play of the axial direction for steering wheel : 0 mm (0 in)
LGIA0024E
Steering wheel play on the outer circumference : 0
− 35 mm (0 − 1.38 in)
Tool number : J-44372
Steering wheel
turning force : 39 N (4 kg-f, 9 lb-f) or less
WGIA0035E

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NOISE, VIBRATION, AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTINGPFP:00003
NVH Troubleshooting ChartEDS001XM
Use chart below to help you find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
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RAX-8—
RAX-5—
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FAX-4, "
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WT-4, "
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WT-4, "
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PR-3, "
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BR-5, "
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Possible cause and SUSPECTED PARTS
Excessive joint angle
Joint sliding resistance
Imbalance
Improper installation, looseness
Parts interference
DIFFERENTIAL
FRONT AXLE AND FRONT SUSPENSION
REAR SUSPENSION
TIRES
ROAD WHEEL
PROPELLER SHAFT
BRAKES
STEERING
Symptom Noise
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Shake × × ×× × ×××××
Vibration ×× ×× × × × ×
Shimmy ×× ×××××
Shudder × × ×× ××
Poor quality ride or handling ×× ×× ×× ×