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OIL PAN AND OIL STRAINER
2. Apply a continuous bead of liquid gasket (A) with a tube presser
as shown.
Use Genuine Silicone RTV S ealant or equivalent. Refer
to GI-22, "
Recommended Chemical Products and Sealants"
CAUTION:
• Installation should be done within 5 minutes after apply-
ing liquid gasket.
• Do not fill the engine with oil for at least 30 minutes after
the components are installed to allow the sealant to cure.
3. Tighten bolts in numerical order as shown.
4. Install oil pan drain plug. CAUTION:
• Do not reuse drain plug washer.
• Refer to exploded view installation di rection of drain plug washer. Refer to EM-34
.
5. Refill the engine with engine oil. Refer to LU-8, "
Refilling".
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
• Before starting engine, check oil/fluid levels, including engine coolant and engine oil. If less than required
quantity, fill to the specified level. Refer to MA-11, "
Fluids and Lubricants".
• Use procedure below to check for fuel leakage.
• Turn ignition switch ON (with engine stopped). With fuel pressure applied to fuel piping, check for fuel leak- age at connection points.
• Start engine. With engine speed increased, che ck again for fuel leakage at connection points.
• Run engine to check for unusual noise and vibration. NOTE:
If hydraulic pressure inside timing chain tensioner drops after removal and installation, slack in the guide
may generate a pounding noise during and just after engine start. However, this is normal. Noise will stop
after hydraulic pressure rises.
• Warm up engine thoroughly to make sure there is no leakage of fuel, exhaust gas, or any oils/fluids including engine oil and engine coolant.
• Bleed air from passages in lines and hoses, such as in cooling system.
• After cooling down engine, again check oil/fluid levels including engine oil and engine coolant. Refill to spec-
ified level, if necessary.
(1) : Oil pan (lower)
(a) : 7.5 - 9.5 mm (0.295 - 0.374 in)
(b) : 4.0 - 5.0 mm (0.157 - 0.197 in) diameter
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• Summary of the inspection items:
*Power steering fluid, brake fluid, etc.
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NOTE:
The oil strainer is included in the oil pan (upper) and cannot be removed.
REMOVAL
1. Remove the oil pan (lower). Refer to
EM-34, "Removal and Installation (Lower Oil Pan)".
2. Remove oil pump sprocket and crankshaft sprocket together with oil pump drive chain. Refer to EM-51,
"Removal and Installation".
3. Remove oil pan (upper).
a. Loosen oil pan (upper) bolts in the reverse of the order as shown.
b. Insert a suitable tool into the position ( ) as shown and open up a crack between the oil pan (upper) cylinder block.
c. Insert the Tool between the oil pan (upper) and cylinder block. Slide Tool by tapping on the side of Tool with a hammer.
CAUTION:
• Be careful not to damage the mating surface.
• The liquid gasket used at the factory is very strong. Pry only in the areas shown.
• Do not remove oil pump and oil strainer from oil pan (upper).
4. Remove rear oil seal from crankshaft.
INSTALLATION
CAUTION:
Do not reuse O-rings or washers.
1. Install the oil pan (upper):
a. Remove old liquid gasket from mating surfaces using a suitable tool. • Remove old liquid gasket from mating surface of cylinder block.
• Remove old liquid gasket from the bolt holes and threads.
Item Before starting engine Engine runningAfter engine stopped
Engine coolant LevelLeakage Level
Engine oil LevelLeakage Level
Transmission/
transaxle fluid CVT Models
LeakageLevel/Leakage Leakage
M/T Models Level/Leakage LeakageLevel/Leakage
Other oils and fluids* LevelLeakage Level
Fuel LeakageLeakageLeakage
Exhaust gas —Leakage —
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Tool number : KV10111100 (J-37228)
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CAMSHAFT
• Before starting engine, check oil/fluid levels, including engine coolant and engine oil. If less than required
quantity, fill to the specified level. Refer to MA-11, "
Fluids and Lubricants".
• Use procedure below to check for fuel leaks.
• Turn ignition switch ON (with engine stopped). With fuel pressure applied to fuel piping, check for fuel leaks
at connection points.
• Start engine. With engine speed increased, che ck again for fuel leaks at connection points.
• Run engine to check for unusual noise and vibration. NOTE:
If hydraulic pressure inside timing chain tensioner drops after removal and installation, slack in the guide
may generate a pounding noise during and just after engine start. However, this is normal. Noise will stop
after hydraulic pressure rises.
• Warm up engine thoroughly to make sure there is no leak s of fuel, exhaust gas, or any oils/fluids including
engine oil and engine coolant.
• Bleed air from passages in lines and hoses, such as in cooling system.
• After cooling down engine, again check oil/fluid levels including engine oil and engine coolant. Refill to spec- ified level, if necessary.
• Summary of the inspection items:
*Power steering fluid, brake fluid, etc.
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INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Oil Filter
• Check that there is no foreign material on the oil filter (1) and check it for clogging.
• Check the oil filter for damage.
• If there is some damage, replace the oil filter, the plug, and the washer as a set.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse the washer.
Camshaft Runout
1. Put V-block on a precise flat table, and support No. 2 and 5 jour- nals of camshaft.
CAUTION:
Do not support No. 1 journal (on the side of camshaft
sprocket) because it has a differe nt diameter from the other
four locations.
2. Set a suitable tool vertically to No. 3 journal.
3. Turn camshaft to one direction, and measure the camshaft runout using suitable tool. (Total indicator reading)
Item Before starting engine Engine runningAfter engine stopped
Engine coolant LevelLeaks Level
Engine oil LevelLeaks Level
Transmission/
transaxle fluid CVT Models
LeaksLevel/Leaks Leaks
M/T Models Level/Leaks LeaksLevel/Leaks
Other oils and fluids* LevelLeaks Level
Fuel LeaksLeaksLeaks
Exhaust gas —Leaks —
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CYLINDER HEAD
CYLINDER HEAD
Exploded ViewINFOID:0000000012431726
Cylinder Head Bolts
Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000012431727
REMOVAL
NOTE:
When removing components such as hoses, tubes/lines, etc.
, cap or plug openings to prevent fluid from spill-
ing.
1. Release fuel pressure. Refer to EC-137, "
Work Procedure".
2. Drain engine coolant and engine oil. Refer to CO-8, "
Draining Engine Coolant" and LU-8, "Draining".
3. Remove the following components and related parts. • Air duct. Refer to EM-26, "
Removal and Installation".
• Fuel tube and fuel injector. Refer to EM-40, "
Exploded View".
• Water outlet. Refer to CO-24, "
Removal and Installation".
• Exhaust manifold. Refer to EM-31, "
Exploded View".
• Front cover and timing chain. Refer to EM-51, "
Exploded View".
• Camshaft. Refer to EM-60, "
Exploded View".
4. Remove cylinder head loosening bolts in reverse order as shown.
5. Remove cylinder head gasket.
INSTALLATION
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1. Cylinder head assembly 2. Cylinder head bolt 3. Washer
4. Cylinder head gasket A. INSTALLATION
(A) : EXH side
(B) : INT side : Engine front
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2. Disconnect harness connector at
oil pressure sensor. Remove
oil pressure sensor using suitable tool and install suitable tools
(A/B).
CAUTION:
Do not drop or shock oil pressure sensor.
3. Start engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
4. Check engine oil pressure with engine running under no-load. NOTE:
• When engine oil temperature is low, engine oil pressure becomes high.
• If difference is extreme, check oil passage and oil pump for engine oil leaks.
5. After the inspections, install oil pressure sensor as follows:
a. Remove old liquid gasket adhering to oil pressure sensor and engine.
b. Apply liquid gasket and tighten oil pressure sensor to specification. Use Genuine Liquid Gasket or equivalent. Refer to GI-22, "
Recommended Chemical Products and
Sealants".
6. Check engine oil level.
7. After warming up engine, check that ther e is no engine oil leaks with the running engine.
DrainingINFOID:0000000012432201
WARNING:
• Be careful not to get burned, as engine oil may be hot.
• Prolonged and repeated contact with used engine oil may cause ski n cancer. Try to avoid direct skin
contact with used engine oil. If skin contact is made, wash thoroughly with soap or hand cleaner as
soon as possible.
1. Warm up the engine, park the vehicle on a level surface and check for engine oil leaks. Refer to LU-7,
"Inspection".
2. Stop the engine and wait for 10 minutes.
3. Loosen oil filler cap.
4. Remove drain plug and then drain engine oil.
RefillingINFOID:0000000012432202
1. Install drain plug with new copper sealing washer. Refer to EM-34, "Exploded View".
CAUTION:
• Be sure to clean drain plug.
• Do not reuse copper sealing washer.
2. Refill with new engine oil.
CAUTION:
• The refill capacity depends on the engine oi l temperature and drain time. Use these specifica-
tions for reference only.
• Always use oil level gauge to determine the pr oper amount of engine oil in the engine.
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Tightening torque : Refer to EM-93, "
Exploded View".
Engine oil capacity and viscosity : Refer to MA-11, "
Fluids and Lubricants".
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NOTE:
When removing components such as hoses, tubes/lines, etc.
, cap or plug openings to prevent fluid from spill-
ing.
REMOVAL
1. Drain engine oil. Refer to LU-8, "Draining".
2. Remove timing chain and oil pump drive chain. Refer to EM-51, "
Removal and Installation".
1. Rear oil seal2. O-ring3. Oil pan (upper)
4. Oil pump chain tensioner (for oil pump drive chain) 5. Oil pump drive chain
6. Crankshaft key
7. Crankshaft sprocket 8. Oil pump sprocket9. Oil pump
10. O-ring 11. O-ring12. Oil pan drain plug
13. Drain plug washer 14. Oil pan (lower)15. Oil filter
16. Connector bolt 17. Oil cooler18. O-ring
19. Relief valve A. Refer to EM-51
B. Refer to LU-10
C. Oil pan (lower) side
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PRECAUTIONS
General Precautions
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• Do not operate the engine for an extended period of time without proper exhaust ventilation.
Keep the work area well ventilated and free of any inflammable
materials. Special care should be taken when handling any inflam-
mable or poisonous materials, such as gasoline, refrigerant gas,
etc. When working in a pit or other enclosed area, be sure to prop-
erly ventilate the area before working with hazardous materials.
Do not smoke while working on the vehicle.
• Before jacking up the vehicle, apply wheel chocks or other tire blocks to the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving. After jack-
ing up the vehicle, support the vehicle weight with safety stands at
the points designated for proper lifting before working on the vehi-
cle.
These operations should be done on a level surface.
• When removing a heavy component such as the engine or tran- saxle/transmission, be careful not to lose your balance and drop
them. Also, do not allow them to strike adjacent parts, especially
the brake tubes and master cylinder.
• Before starting repairs which do not require battery power: Turn off ignition switch.
Disconnect the negative battery terminal.
• If the battery terminals are disconnected, recorded memory of radio and each control unit is erased.
• To prevent serious burns: Avoid contact with hot metal parts.
Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot.
• Dispose of drained oil or the solvent used for cleaning parts in an appropriate manner.
• Do not attempt to top off the fuel tank after the fuel pump nozzle
shuts off automatically.
Continued refueling may cause fuel overflow, resulting in fuel spray
and possibly a fire.
• Clean all disassembled parts in the designated liquid or solvent prior to inspection or assembly.
• Replace oil seals, gaskets, packings, O-rings, locking washers,
cotter pins, self-locking nuts, etc. with new ones.
• Replace inner and outer races of tapered roller bearings and needle bearings as a set.
• Arrange the disassembled parts in accordance with their assembled locations and sequence.
• Do not touch the terminals of electrical com ponents which use microcomputers (such as ECM).
Static electricity may damage internal electronic components.
• After disconnecting vacuum or air hoses, atta ch a tag to indicate the proper connection.
• Use only the fluids and lubricants specified in this manual.
• Use approved bonding agent, sealants or their equivalents when required.
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GENERAL MAINTENANCE
UNDER THE HOOD AND VEHICLE
The maintenance items listed here should be checked periodically (e.g. each time you check the engine oil or refuel).
SeatsCheck seat position controls such as seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. to
make sure they operate smoothly and that all latches lock securely in every po-
sition. Check that the head restraints move up and down smoothly and that the
locks (if equipped) hold securely in all latched positions. Check that the latches
lock securely for folding-down rear seatbacks. —
Seat belts Check that all parts of the seat belt system (e.g. buckles, anchors, adjusters and
retractors) operate properly and smoothly and are installed securely. Check the
belt webbing for cuts, fraying, wear or damage. MA-43
Accelerator pedal
Check the pedal for smooth operation and make sure the pedal does not catch
or require uneven effort. Keep the floor mats away from the pedal. —
Brakes Check that the brake does not pull the vehicle to one side when applied. —
Brake pedal and
booster Check the pedal for smooth operation and make sure it has the proper distance
under it when depressed fully. Check the brake booster function. Be sure to keep
floor mats away from the pedal. BR-9
Clutch pedal
Make sure the pedal operates smoothly and check that it has the proper free play. CL-5
Parking brakeCheck that the lever or pedal has the proper travel and make sure that the vehicle
is held securely on a fairly steep hill when only the parking brake is applied. PB-4
CVT "P" (Park) posi-
tion mechanismOn a fairly steep hill check that the vehicle is held securely with the shift selector
in the "P" (PARK) position without applying any brakes.
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Windshield washer
fluid Check that there is adequate fluid in the tank.
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Engine coolant level Check the coolant level when the engine is cold. CO-8
Radiator and hosesCheck the front of the radiator and clean off any dirt, insects, leaves, etc., that
may have accumulated. Make sure the radiator hoses have no cracks, deforma-
tion, deterioration or loose connections. CO-12
Brake and clutch fluid
levelsMake sure that the brake and clutch fluid levels are between the “MAX” and “MIN”
lines on the reservoirs. BR-12
CL-7
Battery
Check the fluid level in each cell. It should be between the “MAX” and “MIN” lines.
Vehicles operated in high temperatures or under severe conditions require fre-
quent checks of the battery fluid level. PG-61
Engine drive belts
Make sure that no belt is frayed, worn, cracked or oily. MA-14
Engine oil levelCheck the level on the oil level gauge after parking the vehicle on a level spot and
turning off the engine. MA-20
Exhaust system
Make sure there are no loose supports, cracks or holes. If the sound of the ex-
haust seems unusual or there is a smell of exhaust fumes, immediately locate the
trouble and correct it. MA-26
Underbody
The underbody is frequently exposed to corrosive substances such as those
used on icy roads or to control dust. It is very important to remove these sub-
stances, otherwise rust will form on the floor pan, frame, fuel lines and around the
exhaust system. At the end of winter, the underbody should be thoroughly
flushed with plain water, being careful to clean those areas where mud and dirt
can easily accumulate. —
Fluid leaks Check under the vehicle for fuel, oil, water or other fluid leaks after the vehicle
has been parked for a while. Water dripping from the air conditioner after use is
normal. If you should notice any leaks or gasoline fumes are evident, check for
the cause and correct it immediately. —
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