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Vehicle care and maintenance
7-39
7
3.0 liter models
Drive belt for power steering pumpCheck the tension of the drive belt. The deflection must be
within specifications, when pressed at a point halfway between
the pulleys as shown in the illustration with a force of about 22
pounds (100N).
Check the drive belt for cuts and cracks, and replace it if it is
damaged.
When replacing the belt with a new belt, make sure that there is
no interference between the belt and other engine components.
Then, check the tension of the belt at the designated point. The
deflection must be within the specifications.
Amount of belt deflection
1- Power steering pump pulley
2- Crank shaft pulley
3- Generator pulley
4- Air conditioning pulley
5- Drive belt for power steering pump
6- Drive belt for generator and air conditioning compressor
Standard value
Used belt
New belt
.33 to .72 inch (8.5 to 18.3 mm)
WA R N I N G
!Do not check or touch the drive belt with the engine
running, or serious injury or death may result.
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7-40 Vehicle care and maintenance
7
Drive belt for generator and air conditioning compres-
sorCheck the tension of the drive belt. Make certain that the indi-
cator (A) is between the specified lines as shown in the illustra-
tion.
Check the drive belt for cuts and cracks, and replace it if it is
damaged. When replacing the belt, make sure that there is no
interference between the belt and other engine components.
After replacing, recheck the tension to make sure the indicator
(A) is between the specified lines.
Exhaust system
N00942200094
The best way to keep carbon monoxide gas from entering
inside your vehicle is to have the engine exhaust system prop-
erly serviced.
Have a competent mechanic inspect the complete exhaust sys-
tem and nearby body areas for broken, damaged, deteriorated,
or mispositioned parts if you notice any of the following:
A change in the sound of the exhaust system
The smell of exhaust fumes inside the vehicle
The underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged
Also check the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised
for lubrication, oil changes, or required service. Any open
seams or loose connections could let dangerous exhaust fumes
seep into the luggage compartment and passenger compart-
ments.Check for any of the following conditions:Check for holes or exhaust gas leaks caused by corrosion
or damage.
Check the joints and connections for looseness or exhaust
gas leaks.
Check the rubber hangers and brackets for damage.
WA R N I N G
!Do not check or touch the drive belt with the engine
running, or serious injury or death may result.
WA R N I N G
!Carbon monoxide gas from your vehicle’s exhaust is
poisonous. Breathing these fumes can cause uncon-
sciousness or death.
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Vehicle care and maintenance
7-41
7
Timing belt
N00942300079
The timing belt should be replaced with a new one at the mile-
age listed in the “WARRANTY AND MAINTENANCE
MANUAL”.Hood lock release mechanism and safety catch
N00942500101
The hood lock release mechanism and hood safety catch should
be checked, cleaned, and oiled when needed for easy move-
ment and to stop rust and wear. Use Multipurpose Grease
NLGI Grade 2 sparingly for all sliding parts of the hood latch
and release lever. Work the grease into the hood lock mecha-
nism until all the movable surfaces are covered.
Also, put a light coat of the same grease on the safety catch
wherever moving parts touch.
For cold and snowy weather
N00942600102
Ventilation slotsThe ventilation slots in front of the windshield should be
brushed clear after a heavy snowfall so that the operation of the
heating and ventilation systems will not be impaired.WeatherstrippingTo prevent freezing of the weatherstripping on the doors,
engine hood, etc., they should be treated with silicone grease.Additional equipment (For regions where snow is
encountered)It is a good idea to carry a shovel or a short-handled spade in
the vehicle during the winter so that you can clear away snow
if you get stranded. A small hand-brush for sweeping snow off
the vehicle and a plastic scraper for the windshield, side and
rear window are also useful.
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9-2 Specifications
9Vehicle labeling
N01147400625
Keep a record of the chassis number and vehicle identification
number. Such information will assist police if your vehicle is
stolen.1 - Vehicle emission control information labelThe vehicle emission control information label is affixed on the
underside of the engine hood.2 - Vehicle identification number plateThe vehicle identification number is stamped on the plate riv-
eted to the left front corner of the dashboard. It is visible from
outside of the vehicle through the windshield.3 - Air conditioning labelThe air conditioning label is affixed on the inside panel of the
engine hood.
4 - Vehicle information code plateThe vehicle information code plate is located on the front pas-
senger door sill.
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Alphabetical index
2Power brakes 3-127
Service brake 3-127
Warning lights 3-206
Break-in recommendations 3-2
Bulb capacity 7-51
C
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements 1-9
Capacities 9-11
Card holder 3-266
Cargo area cover 3-283
Cargo loads 4-12
Cargo room light
Bulb capacity 7-54
Replacement 7-77
Catalytic converter 7-3
Cautions on the handling of all-wheel drive vehicles 3-125
Certification label 9-5
Charging system warning light 3-208
Child restraint systems 2-50
Child safety locks for rear door 3-59
Cleaning
Inside of your vehicle 7-82
Outside of your vehicle 7-83
Clock 5-136
Coat hook 3-286
Consumer information 8-2
Continuously variable transmission (CVT) 3-102
Fluid 7-18
,9-11Selector lever operation 3-103
Selector lever positions 3-107
Sports mode 3-108
Coolant (engine) 7-12
,9-11
Cruise control 3-140
Cup holder 3-279
D
Daytime running lights
Bulb capacity 7-51
Replacement 7-59
Defogger (rear window) 3-232
Defrosting or defogging (windshield, door windows) 5-14
,5-
23
,5-33
,5-43
Dimensions 9-6
Dimmer (high/low beam change) 3-216
Disc brake pads 7-37
Dome light
Bulb capacity 7-54
Replacement 7-76
,7-77
Doors
Lock 3-53
Power door locks 3-57
Drive belt 7-38
Driving during cold weather 4-5
Driving precaution 4-2
Driving, alcohol and drugs 4-3
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Alphabetical index
6Reporting Safety Defects 8-3
Roof antenna 5-134
,5-135
S
Safe driving techniques 4-5
S-AWC (Super-All Wheel Control) 3-116
Seat belt 2-39
Adjustable seat belt shoulder anchor 2-45
Child restraint systems 2-50
Front passenger seat belt warning light 2-44
Maintenance and inspection 2-61
Seat belt extender 2-47
Seat belt force limitter 2-50
Seat belt pre-tensioners 2-48
Seat belt use during pregnancy 2-48
Seat belts
Seat belt extender 2-47
Seats 2-2
Arm rest 2-15
Front seats 2-5
Head restraints 2-26
Heated seat 2-11
Making a cargo area 2-29
Making a flat seat 2-35
Seat arrangement 2-3
Seats and restraint systems 2-5
Second row seats 2-13
Third row seat 2-16
Service brake 3-127Service precautions 7-2
Side turn-signal light
Bulb capacity 7-51
Snow tires 7-33
Spark plugs 7-36
Steering
Power steering fluid 7-21
,9-11
Tilt lock lever 3-81
Wheel lock 3-32
,3-89
Stop lights
Bulb capacity 7-51
Replacement 7-68
Storage spaces 3-272
Sun visors 3-265
Sunroof 3-76
Super-all wheel control (S-AWC)
S-AWC control mode display 3-118
S-AWC control mode switch 3-117
S-AWC operation display 3-119
S-AWC warning display 3-120
Supplemental Restraint System 2-61
How the Supplemental Restraint System works 2-65
Maintenance service 2-84
T
Tail light
Bulb capacity 7-51
Replacement 7-68
Tailgate 3-60
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Alphabetical index
7
Inside tailgate release 3-64
Tank capacity 9-11
Theft-alarm system 3-65
Timing belt 7-41
Tire 7-24
Inflation pressure 7-28
Maintenance 7-30
Quality grading 8-2
Replacing tires and wheels 7-29
Rotation 7-31
Size (tire and wheel) 9-10
Snow tires 7-33
To change a tire 6-10
Tread wear indicator 7-30
Tire pressure monitoring system 3-149
Tires
Tire and loading information placard 9-4
Tire chains 7-33
Tools 6-7
Storage 6-7
Towing 6-25
Trailer towing 4-16
Transfer oil 7-18
,9-11
Turn signal light
Indicators 3-206
Lever 3-220
U
USB input terminal 3-259How to connect an iPod 3-262
USB input terminal device
How to connect a USB memory 3-260
V
Vanity mirror 3-265
Vanity mirror lights
Bulb capacity 7-54
Replacement 7-80
Vehicle care precautions 7-81
Vehicle dimensions 9-6
Vehicle labeling 9-2
Vehicle preparation before driving 4-3
Vehicle weights 9-7
Vents 5-2
W
Warning lights 3-206
Washer
Fluid 7-19
,9-11
Rear window washer 3-230
Switch 3-229
Washing 7-83
Waxing 7-85
Weights 9-7
Wheel
Covers 6-23
Specification 9-10
Wiper
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