The following items must be initialized for normal system operation in cases such as after the battery is reconnected, or maintenance is performed on the vehicle.

Initialization
For ownersRemoval
REMOVAL
PROCEDURE
1. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
CAUTION:
Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-)
battery terminal to disable the SRS system.
NOTICE:
When disconnecting the cable, some systems ne ...
Removal
REMOVAL
PROCEDURE
1. REMOVE AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY
HINT:
See the steps from "Remove Engine Assembly with transaxle" through "Remove Automatic
Transaxle Assembly" (See page ).
2. REMOVE AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE OIL PAN SUB-ASSEMBLY
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Transfer System
Precaution
PRECAUTION
Prior to starting any work, clean the transfer assembly to prevent sand
or mud deposits from entering the assembly.
When removing any light alloy components such as the transfer cover,
do not pry on the component wi ...