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Section 0
CONTENTS
General Information
General Information ................................ 0A-1
General Description ............................................. 0A-1
Abbreviations ...................................................... 0A-1
Symbols .............................................................. 0A-2
Wire Color Symbols ............................................ 0A-2
Fasteners Information ......................................... 0A-3
Vehicle Lifting Points ........................................... 0A-5
Engine Supporting Points ................................... 0A-7
Vehicle Identification Number ............................. 0A-7
Engine Identification Number .............................. 0A-7
Transmission Identification  Number .................... 0A-7
Component Locatio n ........................................... 0A-8
Warning, Caution and Information Labels  Location ............................................................ 0A-8
Maintenance and Lubricat ion ................. 0B-1
Precautions........................................................... 0B-1
Precautions for Maintenance and Lubrication ..... 0B-1
Scheduled Maintenance ...................................... 0B-1 Maintenance Schedule under Normal Driving Conditions ......................................................... 0B-1
Maintenance Recommended under Severe  Driving Conditions ............................................. 0B-2
Repair Instructions .............................................. 0B-3 Accessory Drive Belt Inspection.......................... 0B-3
Accessory Drive Belt Repl acement ..................... 0B-4
Valve Lash (Clearance) Inspection ..................... 0B-4
Engine Oil and Filter Change .............................. 0B-4
Engine Coolant Change ...... ................................ 0B-5
Exhaust System Inspection ................................. 0B-6
Spark Plug Replacement .................................... 0B-6
Air Cleaner Filter Inspection ................................ 0B-6
Air Cleaner Filter Replac ement ........................... 0B-6 Fuel Lines and Connections Inspection .............. 0B-6
Fuel Filter Replacement ...................................... 0B-7
Fuel Tank Inspection ........................................... 0B-7
PCV Valve Inspection ......................................... 0B-7
Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System 
Inspection .......................................................... 0B-7
Brake Discs and Pads Inspection ....................... 0B-7
Brake Hoses and Pipes Inspection ..................... 0B-7
Brake Fluid Inspection......................................... 0B-8
Brake Fluid Replacement .................................... 0B-8
Brake Lever and Cable Inspection ...................... 0B-8
Clutch Fluid Inspection ........................................ 0B-8
Tires Inspection ................................................... 0B-9
Wheel Discs Inspection ....................................... 0B-9
Wheel Bearing Inspection ................................... 0B-9
Suspension System Inspection ........................... 0B-9
Steering System Inspection .............................. 0B-10
Drive Shaft (Axle) Boots Inspection .................. 0B-10
Manual Transaxle Oil Inspection ....................... 0B-10
Manual Transaxle Oil Replacement .................. 0B-10
Automatic Transaxle Fluid  Level Inspection...... 0B-11
Automatic Transaxle Fluid Replacement .......... 0B-11
Automatic Transaxle Fluid Cooler Hose  Inspection ........................................................ 0B-11
All Latches, Hinges and Locks Inspection......... 0B-11
HVAC Air Filter (If Equipped) Inspection ........... 0B-12
HVAC Air Filter (If Equipped) Replacement ...... 0B-12
Final Inspection for Maint enance Service ......... 0B-12
Specifications .................... .................................0B-13
Tightening Torque Specifications ...................... 0B-13
Special Tools and Equipmen t ...........................0B-13
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants............... 0B-13
Special Tool ...................................................... 0B-14  

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General Information
Maintenance and Lubrication
Precautions
Precautions for Maintenance and LubricationS7RS0B0200001
Air Bag Warning
Refer to “Air Bag Warning in Section 00”.
Scheduled Maintenance
Maintenance Schedule under Normal Driving ConditionsS7RS0B0205001
NOTE
• This interval should be judged by odometer reading or months, whichever comes first.
• This table includes service as scheduled up to 90,000 km (54,000 miles) mileage. Beyond 90,000 km 
(54,000 miles), carry out the same services at the same intervals respectively.
 
Interval Km (x 1,000) 15 30 45 60 75 90
Miles (x 1,000) 9 18 27 36 45 54
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72
Engine
Accessory drive belt (I:   ), R:   ))——I——R
Valve lash (clearance) (I:   )) —I—I—I
Engine oil and oil filter (R:   )) RRRRRR
Engine coolant (R:   ))— —R— — R
Exhaust system (I:   )) —I—I—I
Ignition system
Spark plugs (R:  ) )When unleaded fuel is used Iridium Plug
Replace every 60,000 km (36,000 
miles) or 48 months
When leaded fuel is used, refer to “Maintenance Recommended under Severe Driving 
Conditions”.
Fuel system
Air cleaner filter (R:   ), I:   )) Paved-road
I I R I I R
Dusty conditions Refer to “Maintenance Recommended 
under Severe Driv
ing Conditions”.
Fuel lines and connections (I:   )) —I—I—I
Fuel filter (R:   )) (See NOTE below) Replace every 105,000 km (63,000 
miles)
Fuel tank (I:   ))— —I— — I
Emission control system
PCV valve (I:   )) ————— I
Fuel evaporative emission control system (I:   )) ————— I
Brake
Brake discs and pads (thickness, wear, damage) (I:   )) IIIIII
Brake hoses and pipes (leakage, damage, clamp) (I:   )) —I—I—I
Brake fluid (R:   )) —R—R—R
Brake lever and cable (damage, stroke, operation) (I:   )) Inspect at first 15,000 km (9,000 miles 
only)
Chassis and body
Clutch (fluid leakage, level) (I:   )) —I—I—I
Tires (wear, damage, rotation) / wheels (damage) (I:   ) /  ) ) IIIIII
Suspension system (tightness, damage, rattle, breakage) (I:   )) —I—I—I
Steering system (tightness, damage, breakage, rattle) (I:   )) —I—I—I
Drive shaft (axle) boots (I:   ))— —I— — I
Manual transaxle oil (leakage, level) (I:   ) 1st 15,000 km only) (R:   ))I—R——R  

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NOTE
• “R”: Replace or change
• “I”: Inspect and correct, replace or lubricate if necessary
• For spark plugs, replace every 50,000 km if the local law requires.
• Periodic replacement of fuel filter is not necessary if it is not instructed in “Periodic Maintenance Schedule” section of the Owner’s manual. The scheduled maintenance varies depending on the 
vehicle specification.
 
Maintenance Recommended under Severe Driving ConditionsS7RS0B0205002
If the vehicle is usually used under the conditions corres ponding to any severe condition code given below, IT IS 
RECOMMENDED that applicable maintenance operation be per formed at the particular interval as shown in the 
following table.
Severe condition code:
A: Repeated short trips
B: Driving on rough and/or muddy roads
C: Driving on dusty roads
D: Driving in extremely cold weather and/or salted roads
E: Repeated short trips in extremely cold weather
F: Leaded fuel use
G: – – – – –
H: Towing a trailer (if admitted) Automatic transaxle fluid
Fluid level (I: 
 )) —I—I—I
Fluid change (R:   )) Replace every 165,000 km (99,000 
miles)
Fluid hose (I:   ))———I——
All latches, hinges and locks (I:   )) —I—I—I
HVAC air filter (if equipped) (I:  ) ) (R:  ))— IR — IR
Interval
Km (x 1,000)
15 30 45 60 75 90
Miles (x 1,000) 9 18 27 36 45 54
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72
Severe 
condition code MaintenanceMaintenance 
operation Maintenance interval
– B C D – – – – Accessory drive belt  )
 I Every 15,000 km
(9,000 miles) or 12 months
 )  R Every 45,000 km
(27,000 miles) or 36 months
A – C D E F – H Engine oil and oil filter  ) R Every 7,500 km
(4,500 miles) or 6 months
– – C – – – – – Air cleaner filter *1  )
 I Every 2,500 km
(1,500 miles)
 )  R Every 30,000 km
(18,000 miles) or 24 months
A B C – E F – H Spark plugs Iridium plug  ) R Every 30,000 km (18,000 miles) or 
24 months
– B C D – – – H Wheel bearings  ) I Every 15,000 km
(9,000 miles) or 12 months
– B – D E – – H Drive shaft (axle) boots  ) I Every 15,000 km
(9,000 miles) or 12 months
– B – – E – – H Manual transaxle oil  ) R First time only:
15,000 km (9,000 miles) or 12 
months
Second time and after:
Every 30,000 km (18,000 miles) or 
24 months reckoning from 0 km (0 
mile) or 0 month  

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Steering System InspectionS7RS0B0206024
1) Check steering wheel for play and rattle, holding vehicle straight on ground.
Steering wheel play
“a”: 0 – 30 mm (0 – 1.1 in.)
2) Check bolts and nuts for tightness and retighten  them as necessary. Repair or replace defective 
parts, if any.
3) Check steering linkage for looseness and damage.  Repair or replace defective parts, if any.
4) Check boots (1) and (2) of steering linkage and  steering gear case for damage (leak, detachment, 
tear, etc.). If damage is fo und, replace defective boot 
with new one.
If any dent is found on steering gear case boots, 
correct it to original shape by turning steering wheel 
to the right or left as far as it stops and holding it for a 
few seconds.
5) Check universal joints (3) of steering shaft for rattle  and damage. If rattle or damage is found, replace 
defective part with a new one.
6) Check that steering wheel  can be turned fully to the 
right and left. Repair or replace defective parts, if 
any.
7) If equipped with power steering system, check also,  in addition to check items, that steering wheel can be 
turned fully to the right and left more lightly when 
engine is running at idle speed than when it is 
stopped. Repair, if found faulty.
8) Check wheel alignment referring to “Front Wheel  Alignment Inspection and Adjustment in Section 2B”.
Drive Shaft (Axle) Boots InspectionS7RS0B0206025
Check drive shaft boots (wheel side and differential side) 
for leaks, detachment, tear or other damage.
Replace defective parts as necessary.
Manual Transaxle Oil InspectionS7RS0B0206026
1) Inspect transaxle case for evidence of oil leakage. Repair leaky point if any.
2) Make sure that vehicle is  placed level for oil level 
check.
3) Remove oil filler/leve l plug (1) of transaxle.
4) Check oil level. Oil level can be  checked roughly by means of filler/
level plug hole. That is, if  oil flows out of level plug 
hole or if oil level is found  up to hole when level plug 
is removed, oil is properly filled.
If oil is found insufficient, po ur specified oil up to level 
hole. For specified oil, refe r to “Manual Transaxle Oil 
Change in Section 5B”.
5) Apply sealant to filler/leve l plug and tighten it to 
specified torque.
Manual Transaxle Oil ReplacementS7RS0B0206027
Change transaxle oil with new  specified oil referring to 
“Manual Transaxle Oil Change in Section 5B”.
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Brake
Foot brake
Check the following:
• that brake pedal has proper travel,
• that brake works properly,
• that it is free from noise,
• that vehicle does not pull to one side when brake is applied.
• and that brake do not drag.
Parking brake
Check that lever has proper travel.
WARNING! 
With vehicle parked on a fairly steep slope, 
make sure nothing is in the way downhill to 
avoid any personal injury or property 
damage. Be prepared to apply regular brake 
quickly even if vehicle should start to move.
 
Check to ensure that parking brake is fully effective 
when the vehicle is stopped on the safe slope and brake 
lever is pulled all the way.
Steering
• Check to ensure that steering wheel is free from  instability, or abnormally heavy feeling. • Check that the vehicle does not wander or pull to one 
side.
Engine
• Check that engine responds readily at all speeds.
• Check that engine is free from abnormal noise and  abnormal vibration.
Body, Wheels and Power Transmitting System
Check that body, wheels and  power transmitting system 
are free from abnormal noise and abnormal vibration or 
any other abnormal condition.
Meters and Gauge
Check that speedometer, odometer, fuel meter, 
temperature gauge, etc. are operating accurately.
Lights
Check that all lights operate properly.
Windshield Defroster
Periodically check that ai r comes out from defroster 
outlet when operating heater or air conditioning.
Set mode control lever to defroster position and fan 
switch lever to “HI” position for this check.
Specifications
Tightening Torque SpecificationsS7RS0B0207001
Reference:
For the tightening torque of fastener not specified in this  section, refer to “Fasteners Information in Section 0A”.
Special Tools and Equipment
Recommended Fluids and LubricantsS7RS0B0208001
Fastening part Tightening torque
Note
N ⋅mkgf-mlb-ft
Engine oil drain plug 35 3.5  25.5  )
Oil filter 14 1.4  10.5 for reference   )
Engine oilSG, SH, SJ, SL or SM grade (Refer to “Engine Oil and Filter Change” for engine 
oil viscosity.)
Engine coolant
(Ethylene glycol base coolant) “Antifreeze/Antico
rrosion coolant”
Brake fluid Refer to reservoir cap of brake master cylinder.
Manual transaxle oil Refer to “Manual Transaxle Oil Change in Section 5B”.
Automatic transaxle fluid Refer to “A/T Fluid Change in Section 5A”.
Door hinges Engine oil or water resistance chassis grease
Hood latch assembly Engine oil or water resistance chassis grease
Key lock cylinder Spray lubricant  

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Targeted Timing Varying Operation
Diagnostic Information and Procedures
Compression CheckS7RS0B1404001
Check compression pressure on all 4 cylinders as 
follows:
1) Warm up engine to normal operating temperature.
2) Stop engine after warming up.
NOTE
After warming up engine, place transaxle 
gear shift lever in “Neutral”, and set parking 
brake and block drive wheels.
 
3) Disconnect negative cable at battery.
4) Remove engine cover.
5) Remove air cleaner assembly and air suction hose  referring to “Air Cleaner Components”.
6) Remove cylinder head upper cover.
7) Disconnect ignition coil couplers (1).
8) Remove ignition coil assemblies (2) with high- tension cord (3).
9) Remove all spark plugs.
10) Disconnect fuel injector wires (4) at the coupler. Driving condition Valve timing Target of control Effect
Engine running at idle 
speed Most retardedTo shorten the valve opening overlap in 
order to prevent the exhaust gas 
counterflow to in
take manifold. Stabilization of the engine 
rotation at idle speed.
Average engine load 
range To the advanced 
sideTo lengthen the valve opening overlap 
in order to enhance the internal 
exhaust gas recirculation and reduce 
the pumping loss. Improvement of the fuel 
efficiency.
Lowering of the exhaust 
emission.
Light engine load 
range To the retarded sideTo shorten the valve opening overlap in 
order to prevent the exhaust gas 
counterflow to in
take manifold. Keeping of the engine stability.
Low or average 
engine speed range 
with heavy engine 
load To the advanced 
side
To advance the closing timing of the 
intake valve in order to improve the 
volumetric efficiency. Improvement of generating the 
engine torque at low and 
average engine speed.
High engine speed 
range with heavy 
engine load To the retarded sideTo retard the closing timing of the 
intake valve in order to improve the 
volumetric efficiency. Improvement of generating the 
engine power.
Low engine coolant 
temperature Most retardedTo shorten the valve opening overlap in 
order to prevent the exhaust gas 
counterflow to intake manifold and 
reduce the fuel increasing.
To slow the fast idle speed of the 
engine as a result of stabilizing the 
engine idling. Stabilization of the fast idling of 
the engine.
Improvement of the fuel 
efficiency.
At engine starting and 
stopping Most retardedTo shorten the valve opening overlap in 
order to prevent the exhaust gas 
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11) Connect negative cable at battery.
12) Install special tools (Compression gauge) into spark  plug hole.
Special tool
(A):  09915–64512
(B):  09915–64530
(C):  09915–67010
13) Disengage clutch (1) (to lighten starting load on  engine) for M/T vehicle, and depress accelerator 
pedal (2) all the way to make throttle fully open.
14) Crank engine with fully charged battery, and read the  highest pressure on compression gauge.
NOTE
• For measuring compression pressure, crank engine at least 250 r/min. by using 
fully charged battery.
• If measured compression pressure is  lower than limit value, check installation 
condition of special tool. If it is properly 
installed, possibility is compression 
pressure leakage from where piston ring 
and valve contact.
 
Compression pressure
Standard: 1400 kPa (14.0 kg/cm2, 199.0 psi)
Limit: 1100 kPa (11.0 kg/cm2, 156.0 psi)
Max. difference between any two cylinders: 100 
kPa (1.0 kg/cm
2, 14.2 psi) 15) Carry out Steps 12) through 14) on each cylinder to 
obtain 4 readings.
16) Disconnect negative cable at battery.
17) After checking, install spark plugs and ignition coil  assemblies (2) with high-tension cord (3).
18) Connect ignition coil couplers (1).
19) Connect fuel injector wires (4) at the coupler.
20) Install cylinder head upper cover.
21) Install air cleaner assembly and air suction hose  referring to “Air Cleaner Components”.
22) Install engine cover.
23) Connect negative cable at battery.
Engine Vacuum CheckS7RS0B1404002
The engine vacuum that develops in the intake line is a 
good indicator of the condition of the engine. The 
vacuum checking procedure is as follows:
1) Warm up engine to normal operating temperature.
NOTE
After warming up engine, be sure to place 
transaxle gear shift lever in “Neutral”, and set 
parking brake and block drive wheels.
 
2) Stop engine and turn off the all electric switches.
3) Remove engine cover.
4) Remove air cleaner assembly and air suction hose  referring to “Air Cleaner Components”.
5) Remove PCV hose (1) from PCV valve (2).
(A)
(C)
(B)
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Engine Assembly Removal and InstallationS7RS0B1406011
NOTE
After replacing electric throttle body 
assembly, perform calibration of throttle 
valve referring to “Electric Throttle Body 
System Calibration in Section 1C”.
 
Removal1) Relieve fuel pressure according to “Fuel Pressure  Relief Procedure in Section 1G”.
2) Disconnect negative and pos itive cable at battery.
3) Remove battery and tray.
4) Remove engine hood after disconnecting windshield  washer hose.
5) Remove right and left side engine under covers.
6) Remove A/C compressor belt by referring to  “Compressor Drive Belt Remo val and Installation in 
Section 7B” or “Compressor Drive Belt Removal and 
Installation in Section 7B”.
7) Drain engine oil, transaxle oil and coolant.
8) Remove cowl top plate referring to “Cowl Top  Components in Section 9K”.
9) Remove air cleaner assembly referring to “Air  Cleaner Components”.
10) With hose connected, detach A/C compressor from  its bracket (A/C model) referring to “Compressor 
Assembly Removal and Installation in Section 7B” or 
“Compressor Assembly Removal and Installation in 
Section 7B”.
CAUTION! 
Suspend removed A/C compressor at a place 
where no damage will be caused during 
removal and installation of engine assembly.
 
11) Remove intake manifold rear stiffener (1) from intake manifold and cylinder block. 12) Disconnect the following electric wires:
• MAP sensor (1)
• ECT sensor (2)
•EGR valve (3)
• CMP sensor (4)
• Electric throttle body assembly (5)
• Ignition coil assembly (6)
• Injectors (7)
• Heated oxygen sensor No. 2 (8) and No. 1 (9)
• Oil control valve (10) 
• Engine oil pressure switch (11)
• CKP sensor (12)
• Knock sensor (13)
• Back up light switch (14)
• Generator (15)
• Starting motor (16)
• Ground terminal (17)  from intake manifold
• Battery ground terminal (18) from exhaust  manifold
• Battery ground cable (19) from transaxle
• Magnet clutch switch of A/C compressor (A/C  model)
• Each wire harness clamps
• Output shaft speed sensor  (VSS) (34) (A/T model)
• Solenoid valve (33) (A/T model)
• Transmission range sensor (32) (A/T model)
• Input shaft speed sensor (31) (A/T model)
13) Remove fuse box from its bracket.
14) Disconnect the following cables: • Gear select control cable (23) (M/T model)
• Gear shift control cable (24) (M/T model)
• A/T select cable (A/T model)
15) Disconnect the following hoses: • Brake booster hose (26) from intake manifold
• Radiator inlet and outlet hoses (20) from each pipe
• Heater inlet and outlet hoses (21) from each pipe
• Fuel feed hoses (22) from fuel feed pipe
• EVAP canister purge valve hose (30) from purge  pipe
• A/T fluid cooler hoses (A/T model)
16) With hose connected, detach clutch operating  cylinder (25). (M/T model)
CAUTION! 
Suspend removed clutch operating cylinder 
at a place where no damage will be caused 
during removal and installation of engine 
assembly.
 
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