INSPECTION
PROCEDURE
1. INSPECT FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT
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(a) Inspect the turning torque of the ball joint. (1) Secure the front lower ball joint in a vise using aluminum plates. (2) Install the nut to the front lower ball joint stud. (3) Using a torque wrench, turn the nut continuously at a rate of 3 to 5 seconds per turn and take the torque reading on the 5th turn. Turning torque: 0.7 to 4.5 N*m (7 to 46 kgf*cm, 6.2 to 40 in.*lbf) If the turning torque is not within the specified range, replace the front lower ball joint with a new one. |
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(b) Inspect the dust cover.
(1) Check that the dust cover is not cracked and that there is no grease on it.
Components
RemovalInitialization
INITIALIZATION
1. RESET TRANSAXLE COMPENSATION CODE
NOTICE:
If the following parts have been replaced, initialize the TCM and perform
the following "Reset Memory" and "Perform Road Test to Allow TCM to learn"
steps.
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Coolant
Replacement
REPLACEMENT
PROCEDURE
1. REMOVE NO. 1 ENGINE UNDER COVER
2. REMOVE NO. 2 ENGINE UNDER COVER
3. DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT
(a) Loosen the radiator drain cock plug and drain the coolant.
NOTICE:
Do not remove the reserve tank cap or radiator drai ...
Installation
INSTALLATION
PROCEDURE
1. INSTALL DRIVER SIDE KNEE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY
(a) Check that the ignition switch is off.
(b) Check that the cable is disconnected from the negative (-) battery terminal.
CAUTION:
Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable ...