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CONTENTS
Precautions
Precautions ............................................... 00-1
Precautions........................................................... 00-1
Precautions for Vehicles Equipped with a Supplemental Restraint (A ir Bag) System ........ 00-1
General Precautions ........... ................................ 00-4
Warning for Wheel (with tire) Removal ............... 00-7
Warning for Handling Emergency Flat Tire Repair Kit .......................................................... 00-7
Precautions for Catalytic Converter .................... 00-7
Precautions for Installing Mobile Communication Equipment ............................... 00-7
Precaution for CAN Communication System ...... 00-7 Precautions for Electrical Circuit Service ............ 00-8
Air Bag Warning ................................................ 00-10
Air Bag System Service Warning ...................... 00-10
Fastener Caution............................................... 00-10
Suspension Caution .......................................... 00-10
Wheels and Tires Caution ................................. 00-10
Precaution for Vehicle Equipped with ESP
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System ............................................................ 00-11
Brake Caution ................................................... 00-11
Repair Instructions ........ .................................... 00-11
Electrical Circuit Inspection Procedure ............. 00-11
Intermittent and Poor Co nnection Inspection .... 00-13

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Fuel Filter ReplacementS7RS0B0206011
Fuel filter is installed in fuel pump assembly in fuel tank.
Replace fuel filter or fuel pump assembly with new one,
referring to “Fuel Pump Assembly Removal and
Installation in Section 1G” for proper procedure.
Fuel Tank InspectionS7RS0B0206012
Check fuel tank damage, cracks, fuel leakage, corrosion
and tank bolts looseness.
If a problem is found, repair or replace.
PCV Valve InspectionS7RS0B0206013
Check crankcase ventilation hose and PCV hose for
leaks, cracks or clog, and PCV valve for stick or clog.
Refer to “PCV Valve Inspection in Section 1B” for PCV
valve checking procedure.
Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System
Inspection
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1) Visually inspect hoses for cracks, damage, or excessive bends. Inspect a ll clamps for damage and
proper position.
2) Check EVAP canister for operation and clog, referring to “EVAP Canister Inspection in Section
1B”.
If a malfunction is found, repair or replace.
Brake Discs and Pads InspectionS7RS0B0206015
1) Remove wheel and caliper but don’t disconnect brake hose from caliper. 2) Check disc brake pads and discs for excessive wear,
damage and deflection. Replace parts as necessary.
For details, refer to “Front Disc Brake Pad Inspection
in Section 4B”, “Front Brake Disc Inspection in
Section 4B”, “Rear Disc Brake Pad Inspection in
Section 4C” and/or “Rear Brake Disc Inspection in
Section 4C”.
Be sure to torque caliper pin bolts to specification.
Brake Hoses and Pipes InspectionS7RS0B0206016
Perform this inspection where these is enough light and
use a mirror as necessary.
• Check brake hoses and pipes for proper hookup, leaks, cracks, chafing and other damage.
• Check that hoses and pipes are clear of sharp edges and moving parts.
Repair or replace any of these parts as necessary.
CAUTION!
After replacing any brake pipe or hose, be
sure to carry out air purge operation.
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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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Engine noise – Piston,
ring and cylinder noise
NOTE
Before checking
mechanical noise, make
sure that:
• Specified spark plug is used.
• Specified fuel is used.
Worn piston, ring and cylinder bore “Cylinders, Pistons and Piston Rings
Inspection in Section 1D”
Engine noise –
Connecting rod noise
NOTE
Before checking
mechanical noise, make
sure that:
• Specified spark plug is used.
• Specified fuel is used.
Worn piston, ring and cylinder bore “Cylinders, Pistons and Piston Rings
Inspection in Section 1D”
Worn rod bearing “Crank Pin and Connecting Rod Bearings
Inspection in Section 1D”
Worn crank pin “Crank Pin and Connecting Rod Bearings
Inspection in Section 1D”
Loose connecting rod nuts “Pistons, Piston Rings, Connecting Rods and
Cylinders Removal and Installation in Section
1D”
Low oil pressure Condition “Low oil pressure”
Engine noise –
Crankshaft noise
NOTE
Before checking
mechanical noise, make
sure that:
• Specified spark plug is used.
• Specified fuel is used.
Low oil pressure Condition “Low oil pressure”
Worn bearing “Main Bearings Inspection in Section 1D”
Worn crankshaft journal “Crankshaft Inspection in Section 1D”
Loose bearing cap bolts “Main Bearings, Crankshaft and Cylinder Block
Removal and Installation in Section 1D”
Excessive crankshaft thrust play “Crankshaft Inspection in Section 1D”
Engine overheating Inoperative thermostat “Thermostat Inspection in Section 1F”
Poor water pump performance “Water Pump Inspection in Section 1F”
Clogged or leaky radiator “Radiator On-Vehicle Inspection and Cleaning
in Section 1F”
Improper engine oil grade “Engine Oil and Filter Change in Section 0B”
Clogged oil filter or oil strainer “Oil Pressure Check in Section 1E”
Poor oil pump performance “Oil Pressure Check in Section 1E”
Faulty radiator cooling fan control
system “Radiator Cooling Fan Low Speed Control
System Check” or “Rad
iator Cooling Fan High
Speed Control System Check”
Dragging brakes Condition “Dragging brakes” in “Brakes
Symptom Diagnosis in Section 4A”
Slipping clutch Condition “Slipping clutch” in “Clutch System
Symptom Diagnosis in Section 5C”
Blown cylinder head gasket “Cylinder Head Inspection in Section 1D”
Air mixed in cooling system
Condition Possible cause Correction / Reference Item

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Poor gasoline mileageLeaks or loose connection of high-
tension cord “High-Tension Cord Removal and Installation
in Section 1H”
Faulty spark plug (improper gap, heavy
deposits and burned electrodes, etc.) “Spark Plug Inspection in Section 1H”
Malfunctioning EGR valve “EGR Valve Inspection in Section 1B”
High idle speed Condition “Improper engine idling or engine
fails to idle”
Poor performance of ECT sensor or
MAF sensor “ECT Sensor Inspection in Section 1C” or
“MAF and IAT Sensor Inspection in Section
1C”
Faulty electric throttle body assembly “Electric Throttle Body Assembly On-Vehicle
Inspection in Section 1C”
Faulty APP sensor assembly “APP Sensor Assembly Inspection in Section
1C”
Faulty fuel injector(s) “Fuel Injector Circuit Check”
Faulty ECM
Low compression “Compression Check in Section 1D”
Poor valve seating “Valves and Valve Guides Inspection in
Section 1D”
Dragging brakes Condition “Dragging brakes” in “Brakes
Symptom Diagnosis in Section 4A”
Slipping clutch Condition “Slipping clutch” in “Clutch System
Symptom Diagnosis in Section 5C”
Thermostat out of order “Thermostat Inspection in Section 1F”
Improper tire pressure “Tires Description in Section 2D”
Camshaft position control (VVT) system
out of order “Oil Control Valve Inspection in Section 1D”
Excessive engine oil
consumption – Oil
leakage Blown cylinder head gasket
“Cylinder Head Inspection in Section 1D”
Leaky camshaft oil seals “Camshaft, Tappet and Shim Inspection in
Section 1D”
Excessive engine oil
consumption – Oil
entering combustion
chamber Sticky piston ring
“Cylinders, Pistons and Piston Rings
Inspection in Section 1D”
Worn piston and cylinder “Cylinders, Pistons and Piston Rings
Inspection in Section 1D”
Worn piston ring groove and ring “Cylinders, Pistons and Piston Rings
Inspection in Section 1D”
Improper location of piston ring gap “Pistons, Piston Rings, Connecting Rods and
Cylinders Disassembly and Assembly in
Section 1D”
Worn or damaged valve stem seal “Valves and Valve Guides Inspection in
Section 1D”
Worn valve stem “Valves and Valve Guides Inspection in
Section 1D”
Condition Possible cause Correction / Reference Item

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Engine has no powerFaulty spark plug “Spark Plug Inspection in Section 1H”
Faulty ignition coil with ignitor “Ignition Coil Assembly (Including ignitor)
Inspection in Section 1H”
Leaks, loose connection or
disconnection of high-tension cord “High-Tension Cord Removal and Installation
in Section 1H”
Faulty knock sensor “DTC P0327 / P0328: Knock Sensor 1 Circuit
Low / High”
Clogged fuel hose or pipe “Fuel Pressure Check”
Malfunctioning fuel pump “Fuel Pump and Its Circuit Check”
Air drawn in through intake manifold
gasket or throttle body gasket
Engine overheating Condition “Engine overheating”
Malfunctioning EGR valve “EGR Valve Inspection in Section 1B”
Poor performance of ECT sensor or
MAF sensor “ECT Sensor Inspection in Section 1C” or
“MAF and IAT Sensor Inspection in Section
1C”
Faulty electric throttle body assembly “Electric Throttle Body Assembly On-Vehicle
Inspection in Section 1C”
Faulty APP sensor assembly “APP Sensor Assembly Inspection in Section
1C”
Faulty fuel injector(s) “Fuel Injector Circuit Check”
Faulty ECM
Dragging brakes Condition “Dragging brakes” in “Brakes
Symptom Diagnosis in Section 4A”
Slipping clutch Condition “Slipping clutch” in “Clutch System
Symptom Diagnosis in Section 5C”
Low compression “Compression Check in Section 1D”
Camshaft position control (VVT) system
out of order “Oil Control Valve Inspection in Section 1D”
Improper engine idling or
engine fails to idle Faulty spark plug
“Spark Plug Inspection in Section 1H”
Leaky or disconnected high-tension cord “High-Tension Cord Removal and Installation
in Section 1H”
Faulty ignition coil with ignitor “Ignition Coil Assembly (Including ignitor)
Inspection in Section 1H”
Fuel pressure out of specification “Fuel Pressure Check”
Leaky manifold, throttle body, or cylinder
head gasket
Malfunctioning EGR valve “EGR Valve Inspection in Section 1B”
Faulty evaporative emission control
system “EVAP Canister Purge Inspection in Section
1B”
Faulty EGR system “EGR System Inspection in Section 1B”
Faulty fuel injector(s) “Fuel Injector Circuit Check”
Poor performance of ECT sensor or
MAF sensor “ECT Sensor Inspection in Section 1C” or
“MAF and IAT Sensor Inspection in Section
1C”
Faulty electric throttle body assembly “Electric Throttle Body Assembly On-Vehicle
Inspection in Section 1C”
Faulty APP sensor assembly “APP Sensor Assembly Inspection in Section
1C”
Faulty ECM
Loose connection or disconnection of
vacuum hoses
Malfunctioning PCV valve “PCV Valve Inspection in Section 1B”
Engine overheating Condition “Engine overheating”
Low compression “Compression Check in Section 1D”
Camshaft position control (VVT) system
out of order “Oil Control Valve Inspection in Section 1D”
Condition Possible cause Correction / Reference Item

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Throttle Body CleaningS7RS0B1406008
Clean electric throttle body assembly referring to
“Throttle Valve Visual Check” under “Electric Throttle
Body Assembly On-Vehicle Inspection in Section 1C”.
Intake Manifold Removal and InstallationS7RS0B1406009
Removal1) Remove cowl top plate referring to “Cowl Top Components in Section 9K”.
2) Remove throttle body referring to “Electric Throttle Body Assembly Removal and Installation”.
3) Disconnect MAP sensor coupler (1).
4) Disconnect the following hoses: • Brake booster hose (2) from cylinder head cover
• Breather hose (3) from cylinder head cover
• PCV hose (4) from intake manifold
• EVAP canister purge valve hose (5) from intake manifold
5) Remove hose clamp (6) from intake manifold.
6) Remove EGR pipe bolt (7) from EGR valve. 7) Remove stiffener (1) and ground terminal (2) from
intake manifold.
8) Remove intake manifold (1) with EGR pipe (2) from
cylinder head, and then remove their gaskets (3).
9) Remove EGR pipe from intake manifold, if necessary.
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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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