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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
• “I”: Inspect and correct or replace if necessary
• “R”: Replace or change
• *1: Inspect or replace more frequently if the vehicle is used under dusty conditions.
• *2: Clean or replace more frequently if the air from the air conditioning decreases.
Repair Instructions
Accessory Drive Belt InspectionS7RS0B0206001
WARNING!
All inspection and replacement are to be
performed with ENGINE NOT RUNNING.
Water Pump and Generator Drive Belt1) Disconnect negative (–) cable at battery.
2) Inspect belt for cracks, cu ts, deformation, wear and
cleanliness. If any defect exists, replace.
Check belt for tension.
Water pump and generator belt tension
“a”: 4.5 – 5.5 mm (0.18 – 0.22 in.) deflection
under 100 N (10 kg, 22 lb) pressure
NOTE
When replacing belt with a new one, adjust
belt tension to 3.5 – 4 mm (0.14 – 0.16 in.)
3) If belt is too tight or too loose, adjust it to
specification by adjusting alternator position.
4) Tighten alternator adjusting bolts and pivot bolt.
5) Connect negative (–) cable to battery. A/C Compressor Drive Belt
1) Disconnect negative (–) cable at battery.
2) Inspect belt for cracks, cuts, deformation, wear and cleanliness. If any defect exists, replace.
Check belt for tension.
If belt tension is out of specification, adjust it
referring to “Compressor Dr ive Belt Inspection and
Adjustment in Section 7B”.
A/C compressor drive belt tension
“a”: 7 – 8 mm (0.28 – 0.31 in.) deflection under
100 N (10 kg, 22 lb) pressure
NOTE
When replacing belt with a new one, adjust
belt tension to 6 – 7 mm (0.24 – 0.28 in.).
3) Connect negative (–) cable to battery.
– B – – E – – H Automatic transaxle fluid
) R Every 30,000 km (18,000 miles) or
24 months
– – C D – – – – HVAC air filter (if equipped) *2 )
I Every 15,000 km (9,000 miles) or 12
months
) R Every 45,000 km (27,000 miles) or
36 months
Severe
condition code MaintenanceMaintenance
operation Maintenance interval
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4) Screw new filter on oil filter stand by hand until the filter O-ring contacts mounting surface.
CAUTION!
To tighten oil filter prop erly, it is important to
accurately identify the position at which filter
O-ring first contacts mounting surface.
5) Tighten the filter (1) 3/4 tu rn from the point of contact
with the mounting surface using an oil filter wrench
(2).
Tightening torque
Oil filter (b): 14 N·m (1 .4 kgf-m, 10.5 lb-ft) for
reference
6) Replenish oil until oil leve l is brought to FULL level
mark on dipstick (oil pan and oil filter capacity). The
filler inlet is at the top of the cylinder head cover. It is
recommended to use engine oil of SG, SH, SJ, SL or
SM grade. Select the appropriate oil viscosity
according to the proper engine oil viscosity chart [A].
NOTE
Engine oil capacity is specified as the
following.
However, note that the amount of oil required
when actually changing oil may somewhat
differ from the data depending on various
conditions (temperature, viscosity, etc.).
Engine oil specification
Oil pan capacity: About 3.7 liters (7.8 / 6.5 US /
lmp pt.)
Oil filter capacity: About 0.2 liter (0.4 / 0.3 US /
lmp pt.)
Others: About 0.3 liter (0 .6 / 0.5 US / lmp pt.)
Total: About 4.2 liters (8.9 / 7.4 US / lmp pt.) 7) Check oil filter and drain plug for oil leakage.
8) Start engine and run it for 3 minutes. Stop it and wait
another 5 minutes before checking oil level. Add oil,
as necessary, to bring oil le vel to FULL level mark (1)
on dipstick.
Engine Coolant ChangeS7RS0B0206005
WARNING!
To help avoid danger of being burned, do not
remove radiator cap while engine and
radiator are still hot. Scalding fluid and steam
can be blown out under pressure if cap is
taken off too soon.
CAUTION!
When changing engine coolant, use mixture
of 50% specified water and 50% ANTIFREEZE
/ ANTICORROSION COOLANT for the
purpose of corrosion protection and
lubrication.
Change engine coolant with new one referring to
“Cooling System Flush and Refill in Section 1F”.
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Co
Fo-30
-22 -20
-4 -10
14 32 50 68 86 104 010203040
5W-30
20W-40
15W-40
10W-30, 10W-40
[A]
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Exhaust System InspectionS7RS0B0206006
WARNING!
To avoid danger of being burned, do not
touch exhaust system when it is still hot.
Any service on exhaust system should be
performed when it is cool.
When carrying out periodic maintenance, or the vehicle
is raised for other service, check exhaust system as
follows:
• Check rubber mountings for damage, deterioration, and out of position.
• Check exhaust system for leakage, loose connections, dents and damages.
If bolts or nuts are loose, tighten them to specification.
• Check nearby body areas for damaged, missing or mispositioned parts, ope n seams, holes, loose
connections or other defects which could permit
exhaust fumes to seep into the vehicle.
• Make sure that exhaust system components have enough clearance from the underbody to avoid
overheating and possible damage to floor carpet.
• Any defects should be fixed at once.
Spark Plug ReplacementS7RS0B0206007
Replace spark plugs with new ones referring to “Spark
Plug Removal and Installation in Section 1H”.
Air Cleaner Filter InspectionS7RS0B0206008
1) Remove air cleaner case clamps.
2) Take air cleaner filter out of case.
3) Check that filter is not excessively dirty, damaged or oily, clean filter with compressed air from air outlet
side of filter.
4) Install air cleaner filter and Clamp cap securely.
Air Cleaner Filter ReplacementS7RS0B0206009
Replace air cleaner filter with new one according to
Steps 1), 2) and 4) of “Air Cleaner Filter Inspection”.
Fuel Lines and Connections InspectionS7RS0B0206010
Visually inspect fuel lines and connections for evidence
of fuel leakage, hose cracking and damage. Make sure
all clamps are secure.
Repair leaky joints, if any.
Replace hoses that are suspected of being cracked.
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Tires InspectionS7RS0B0206020
1) Check tires for uneven or excessive wear, or damage. If defective, replace.
Refer to “Irregular and/or Premature Wear
Description in Section 2D” and “Wear Indicators
Description in Section 2D” for details.
2) Check inflating pressure of each tire and adjust pressure to specification as necessary.
NOTE
• Tire inflation pressure should be checked when tires are cool.
• Specified tire inflation pressure should be found on tire placard or in owner’s manual
which came with the vehicle.
3) Rotate tires. For details, refer to “Tire Rotation in Section 2D”.
Wheel Discs InspectionS7RS0B0206021
Inspect each wheel disc for de nts, distortion and cracks.
A disc in badly damaged condition must be replaced.
Wheel Bearing InspectionS7RS0B0206022
1) Check front wheel bearing for wear, damage, abnormal noise or rattles. For details, refer to “Front
Wheel Hub, Disc, Nut and Bearing Check in Section
2B”.
2) Check rear wheel bearing for wear, damage, abnormal noise or rattles. For details, refer to“Rear
Wheel Disc, bolt and Bearing Inspection in Section
2C”.
Suspension System InspectionS7RS0B0206023
• Inspect front struts and rear shock absorbers for evidence of oil leakage, dents or any other damage on
sleeves; and inspect anchor ends for deterioration.
Replace defective parts, if any.
• Check front and rear suspension systems for damaged, loose or missing parts; also for parts
showing signs of wear or lack of lubrication.
Repair or replace defective parts, if any.
• Check front suspension arm ball joint stud dust seals for leakage, detachment, tear or any other damage.
Replace defective boot, if any.
1. Wear indicator
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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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Automatic Transaxle Fluid Level InspectionS7RS0B0206028
1) Inspect transaxle case for evidence of fluid leakage.Repair leaky point, if any.
2) Make sure that vehicle is placed level for fluid level check.
3) Check fluid level under spec ified conditions referring
to “A/T Fluid Level Check in Section 5A”.
If fluid level is low, replenish specified fluid.
Automatic Transaxle Fluid ReplacementS7RS0B0206029
1) Inspect transaxle case for evidence of fluid leakage. Repair leaky point, if any.
2) Make sure that vehicle is placed level for fluid level check.
3) Change fluid. For its procedure, refer to “A/T Fluid Change in Section 5A”.
Automatic Transaxle Fluid Cooler Hose
Inspection
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Check automatic transaxle fluid cooler hose for fluid
leakage, cracks, damage and deterioration.
Replace hose and/or clamp if any faulty condition is
found.
All Latches, Hinges and Locks InspectionS7RS0B0206031
Doors
Check that each door of front, rear and back doors
opens and closes smoothly and locks securely when
closed.
If any malfunction is found, lubricate hinge and latch or
repair door lock system.
Engine Hood
Check that secondary latch operates properly (check
that secondary latch keeps hood from opening all the
way even when pulling hood release handle inside
vehicle.) Also check that hood opens and closes
smoothly and properly and hood locks securely when
closed.
If any malfunction is found, l ubricate hinge and latch, or
repair hood lock system.
1. Dipstick 3. FULL HOT mark
2. Clamp 4. LOW HOT mark
1. Drain plug
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HVAC Air Filter (If Equipped) InspectionS7RS0B0206032
1) Remove HVAC air filter from HVAC unit referring to
“HVAC Air Filter Removal and Installation (If
Equipped) in Section 7A”.
2) Check for dirt and dust. If HVAC air filter is excessively dirty, replace HVAC air filter with new
one. If not, go to next step.
3) Blow compressed air on the air outlet side of HVAC air filter for removing dust.
4) Install HVAC air filter in to HVAC unit referring to
“HVAC Air Filter Removal and Installation (If
Equipped) in Section 7A”.
HVAC Air Filter (If Equipped) ReplacementS7RS0B0206033
Replace HVAC air filter with new one referring to “HVAC
Air Filter Removal and Installation (If Equipped) in
Section 7A”.
Final Inspection for Maintenance ServiceS7RS0B0206034
WARNING!
When carrying out road tests, select a safe
place where no man or no running vehicle is
seen so as to prevent any accident.
Seats
Check that seat slides smoot hly and locks securely at
any position. Also check that reclining mechanism of
front seat back allows it to be locked at any angle.
Seat Belt
Inspect belt system including webbing, buckles, latch
plates, retractors and anchors for damage or wear.
Check that seat belt is securely locked. If “REPLACE
BELT” label on seat belt is visible, replace belt.
Battery Electrolyte Level Check
Check that the electrolyte le vel of all battery cells is
between the upper and lower level lines on the case. If
battery is equipped with built-in indicator, check battery
condition by the indicator. Accelerator Pedal Operation
Check that pedal operates
smoothly without getting
caught or interfered by any other part.
Engine Start
Check engine start for readiness.
WARNING!
Before performing th e following check, be
sure to have enough room around the
vehicle. Then, firmly apply both the parking
brake and the regular brakes. Do not use the
accelerator pedal. If the engine starts, be
ready to turn off the ignition promptly. Take
these precautions because the vehicle could
move without warning and possibly cause
personal injury or property damage.
On automatic transaxle vehicles, try to start the engine in
each select lever position. The starting motor should
crank only in “P” (Park) or “N” (Neutral).
On manual transaxle vehicles, place the shift lever in
“Neutral,” depress clutch pedal fully and try to start.
On Automated Manual Transaxl e vehicles, try to start
the engine in each select le ver position. The starting
motor should crank only when select lever is in “N”
(Neutral) and brake pedal is depressed.
Exhaust System Check
Check for leakage, cracks or loose supports.
Clutch (for Manual Transaxle)
Check for the following.
• Clutch is completely released when depressing clutch pedal,
• No slipping clutch occurs when releasing pedal and accelerating.
• Clutch itself is free fr om any abnormal condition.
Gearshift or Select Lever (Transaxle)
Check gear shift or select lever for smooth shifting to all
positions and for good performance of transaxle in any
position.
With automatic transaxle or Automated Manual
Transaxle equipped vehicle, also check that shift
indicator indicates properly according to which position
select lever is shifted to.
With automatic transaxle equipped vehicle, make sure
that vehicle is at complete stop when shifting select lever
to “P” range position and release all brakes.
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