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Body ('96 modell
Doors
Front Door Index (4D) ...20-2
Rear Door Index {4Dl .....20-8
Door fndex lzDl3Dl .......20-14
Emblems
f nstallation 20-118
Exterior
Component Location Index ............... 20-93
*Frame Repair Chart .......... 20-120
* Interior
Component Location Index ............... 20-58
Mirrors
Mirror Rep|acement .................. ......... 20-24
Mirror Holder/Gover Replacement ... 20-25
Rearview Mirror Reolacement .......... 20-25
Moonroof
lndex .......... .....................20-50
Opener Cable/Opener and Latch/
Wiper and Washer
Component Location Index .......... ...,. 20-107
Seats and Seat Belts
Gomponent Location Index .......... ..... 20-73
Sub-frame ....20-119
Windshield, Rear Window and Ouarter Glass
Index .......... .....................20-26
Body {'97 modell
Body ('98 modell
Body ('99 modell
Body ('00 model)
20-123
20-131
20-135
20-141
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Doors
Door Panel Replacement
NOTE; Take care not to scratch the door panel and otherpans.
1. Remove:
. Inner handle (see page 20-3)
. Mirror mount cover panel (see page 20-24)
2. lf applicable, remove the regulator handle by pulling
HANOLE
3. Remove the door grip cover and speaker cover, thenremove the screws.
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the clip out with a wire hook.
20-4
4. Release the clips that hold the door panel. Remove
the door panel by pulling it upward.
NOTE: Remove the door panel with as little bending
as possible to avoid creasing or breaking it.
95 mm {3.74 in.)
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Dasconnect the;peaker connector,
5. lnstallation is the reverse of the removal procedure.

Doors
Door Panel Replacement
NOTE: Take care not to scratch the door panel andother pa rts.
'1. Remove:
. Inner handle trim (see page 20-14). Mirror mount cover panel (see page 20-24)
2. lf applicable, remove the regulator handle bypulling the clip out with a wire hook.
REGULATOR HANDLE
WIRE HOOK
Remove the armrest pocket, then disconnect thepower window switch connector.
ARMRESTPOCKET
4. Remove the speaker cover, then remove lhe screws.
3.
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TRIM PADREMOVER(Commercially
available)Snap-on#A'177, orequivalent1mm{0.04 in.)
5. Release the clips that hold the door panel. Removethe door panel by pulling it upward. Disconnect thespeaker connector.
NOTE: Remove the door panel with as little bendingas possible to avoid creasing or breaking it.
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6. lnstallation is the reverse of the removat oroceoure.
DOOR PANEL

Mirrors
Mirror Replacement
NOTE: Take care not to scratch the mirror. mirror basecover and door.
l Lower the door glass.
2. Carelully pry out the mirror mount cover panel bynano.
Power mirro.:
MIRROR MOUNTCOVEB PANEL
Manual mirror:
Remove the cap, screw and knob, then remove themirror mount cover panel.
MIRROR MOUNT
KNOB
20-24
3. Remove the mirror mounting nuts while supporting
the mirror.
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€)CONNECTOR(Nrirror side)
MIRROR
(Door harnessside)
CONNECTOR
Installation is the reverse of the removal procedure.
NOTE: Make sure the connector is connected prop-
erly.

|}Mirror Holder/Cover Replacement
CAUTION: Put on gloves to protecl your hands.
L Carefully pry out the mirror holder with a flat tip
screwdriver as shown.
Installation is the reverse of the removal procedure.
NOTE: Apply grease to the locations indicated by
the arrows.
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To remove the screws,pull the seal away.
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SHOP TOWEL
Rearview Mirror Replacement
1. Remove the rubber damper.
2. Pry the cover off using the end of a flat tip screw-
drivef.
CAUTION: When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver,
wrap it with a shop towel to prgvant damage.
3. Remove the screws, then remove the rearview mir-
ror,
4. Installation is the reverse of the removal procedure.
SCREW5x0.8mmil N.m lo.a kgf.m,3 lbf.ftl
SHOP TOWEL
20-25

Windshield
Removal
CAUTION:
. Put on gloves to plotest your h8nds.
. Use seat covers to avoid damaging any surfaces.
1. To remove the windshield, first remove the:. Rearview mirror (see page 20-25)
. Sunvisors and holders (see page 20-64)
. Front pillar trim (see pages 20-59, 60, 61)
! Windshield wiper arms and cowl cover (see page
20-1131
Peel off the molding, and remove the glass brack-
ers.
NOTE: When molding removal is difficult, cut the
molding with a knife.
WINDSHIELO
3. Pull down the front of the headliner (see page 20-
64).
CAUTION: Take care not to bend the headlinet
excsssively.
MOLDING
20-24
4. Apply protective tape along the edge of the dash
board and body as shown. Using an awl, make a
hole through the rubber dam and adhesive from
inside the car. Push the piano wire through the
hole, and wrap each end around a piece of wood-
PIANO WIREPROTECTIVE
UPPERRUBBER| '1"
DAM
WINDSHIELO
AOHESIVE
RUBBERDAM
With a helper on the outside, pull the piano wire
back and forth in a sawing motion, and carefully cut
through the rubber dam and adhesive around the
entire windshield.
CAUTION: Hold the piano wile as close to ihe wind-
shield as possible to prevent damage to the body
and dashboard.
WINDSHIELD
6. Carefully remove the windshield.

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11.Thoroughly mix the adhesive and hardener together
on a glass or metal plate with a putty knife.
NOTE:
. Clean the plate with a sponge and alcohol before
mixing.
. Follow the instructions that come with the adhe-
stve.
Before filling a cartridge. cut the end of the nozzle
as shown.
Cut nozzle end
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10 mm 10.39 in.)
7 mm (0.27 in.l
13. Pack adhesive into the cartridge without air pockets
to ensure continuous delivery. Put the cartridge in a
caulking gun, and run a bead of adhesive around
the edge of the windshield as shown.
NOTE: Apply the adhesive within 30 minutes after
applying the glass primer.
12 mm (0.47 in.)
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8 mm 10.31 in.l
UPPERRUBBERDAM
Make a slightly thickerbead at each corner.
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LOWEBRUBBERDAM
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FASTENER
LOWERRUBBERDAM
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MOLDING
WINDSHIELD
20-31
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16.
14. Use suction cups to hold the windshield over the
opening, align it with the alignment marks made in
step 7, and set it down on the adhesive. Lightly
push on the windshield until its edge is fully seated
on the adhesive all the way around.
NOTE: Do not open or close the doors until adhesive
ri vI Y ALTGNMENT MARK
Scrape or wipe the excess adhesive off with a putty
knife or towel.
NOTE: To remove adhesive from a painted surface or
the windshield, wipe with a soft shop towel dampened
with alcohol.
Let the adhesive dry for at least one hour, then spray
water over the windshield and check for leaks. Mark
the leaking areas, let the windshield dry, then seal
with sealant.
NOTE:
. Let the car stand for at least four hours after wind-
shield installation. lf the car has to be used within
the first four hours, it must be driven slowly.
. Keep the windshield dry for the first hour after
installation.
. Check that the ends of the side molding are set
under the cowl cover.
Reinstall all remaining removed parts.
NOTE:
. Install the rearview mirror rubber damper after
the adhesive has dried thoroughl',.
. Advise the customer not to do the following things
for two to three days:- Slam the doors with all the windows rolled
up.- Twist the body excessively (such as when
going in and out of driveways at an angle or
driving over rough, uneven roads).
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Headliner
Replacement
CAUTION: When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver,
wrap it with proioctiva tap€ to prevsnt damage.
NOTE:
. Take care not to bend and scratch the headliner.
. Be careful not to damage the dashboard and other
interior trim.
'1. Remove:
4D:
. Front pillar trim (both sides. see page 20-59)
. Center pillar lower trim panel (both sides, see page
20 59)
Upper anchor bolt from the front seat belt (both
sides, see page 20-85)
Center pillar outer trim and center pillar upper trim
(both sides, see page 20-59)
Ceiling light (see section 23)
Rearview mirror (see page 20-25)
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. Front pillar trim (both sides, see page 20-60)
. Right rear seat-back and rear seat cushion (see
page 20-80)
. Rear center shelf (see page 20-60)
. Rear side shelf and side trim panel (right side,
see page 20-60)
. Upper anchor bolts from the front and rear seat
belts (right side. see pages 20-86, 89)
. Ouarter trim panel (right side, see page 20-60)
. Ceiling light (see section 23)
. Rearview mirror (see page 20-25)
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. Front pillar trim (both sides, see page 20-51)
. Right rear seat-back and rear seat cushion (see
page 20-81)
Side trim panel (right side, see page 20-61)
Upper anchor bolt from the front seat belt (right
side, see page 20-86)
Ouarter trim panel (right side, see page 20-6'l)
Ceiling light (see section 23)
Rearview mirror (see page 20-25)
20-64
2. Remove the sunvisor and holder from each side.
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3. Remove the grab handles and coat hanger.
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Dashboard
Component RemovaUlnstallation
CAUTION: When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver,
wrap it with protoctivo tape, and apply protective tape
around tho r6lat6d parts, to prevent damag6.
NOTE: Take care not to scratch the dashboard and relatedpans.
Instrument Danel removal:
1.Lower the steering column.
Remove the screws, and detach the clips, then care-
fully remove the instrument panel.
3. Installation is the reverse of the removal procedure.
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PANEL
20-68
Driver's dashboard lower cover and knee bolster removal:
SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS
component locations, precautions. and procedures in the
SRS section (24) before performing repairs or service.
'1. Remove the screws, and detach the clips, then
remove the driver's dashboard lower cover. lf
equipped with power mirrors and moonroof, discon-
nect the connectors.
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DRIVER'S DASHBOARDLOWER COVER
Remove the bolts, then remove the knee bolster.
Installation is the reverse of the removal procedure.

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Electrical
Special Toofs .,....................,23-2
Troubleshooting
Tips and Precautions ..............,.................... . 23-3
Five-step Troubleshooting .............. ......... . . 23-5
wire color codes ..........,23-5
Schematic Symbols ........,................... . . .. .... 23-6
Relay and Control Unit Locations
Engine Compartment ...,..................... ... .. . 23'7
Dashboard ......................23-8
Dashboard/Door ......... 23-12*Airbags ................. ....... Section 24
Air Conditioning ......... Section 21
Aftelnator ..........."""" """ 23-112
Anti-lock Brake System {ABS) Section 19*A/T Gear Position Indicator .....................,. .... ... 23-149
Automatic Transmission Svstem .... . ....... Section 14
Batterv ......... . . . ... ...... .......23-91
Blower controls .. . ... Section 2l
Charging System ....'...........23'112
Connector ldentilication and Wire Harness
Routing .................. ......23'13
Cruise Control ............,........23-240
Dash Lights Brightness Controller ............. ....... 23-180
Fan controfs "" 23'126
Fuel PumD ........ . ........ section 11
Fuses/Refay ...............,..,,.. 23'62
PGM-FI Control System ......................,....... Section 1 1
*Gauges
Circuit Diagram ....,.,.......23-131
Fuef Gauge ...........'.'.......23-142
Gauge/lndicator .. . .. 23-129
Ground Distribution .. . 23-75
Heatei controls .. . ..... Section 21*Horn................. ...............23-196
*tgnition Switch ....................23-89
lgnition System .......,.... 23-102
*lntegrated Control Unit ....................................... 23-156
fnterlock System ,........ . . , ,23-144
Lighting System . . . .. ......... 23-161
Lights, Exterior
Back-up Lights ..'............23'171
Brake Lights .................. 23'174
Daytime Bunning Lights (Canadal ............... 23'166
Front Parking Lights ......,................ .'. .......... 23-167
Front Turn Signal Lights .......... . . ............ ..,.23-167
Headtights ....".'....-... ..... 23'167
High Mount Brake Light ...................... ... .23'179
License Plate Lights ...... 23'176
Taitfights ................ .......23'171
lnterior Lights ..-.......,, . 23-142
Moonroof ..,.................,........ 23-235
Power Distribution ....... . . .23-61
Power Door Locks .......,,,. .23'251
Power Mirrors ,..............,.,...23'206
Power Relays ....... . ...... . . .. 23-86
Power Windows ............,,....23-220
Rear Window Defogger .......................... . . ... . . 23-2OO
Spark Plugs . ..... . ........ .....23-111
Slarting System ................23-93*stereo Sound Svstem ,................. ..... ... . ... ,.,.,,23'147'Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ... . Section 24
Turn Signal/Hazard Flasher System .......'.'....-... 23-173
*Undel-dash Fuse/Relay Box ............,.................. 23-85
vehicfe soeed sensor (VSSI """" ""' 23-140+Wipers/Washers .........,.,.,...23-214
NOTE: Unless otherwise specified, references to auto-
matic transmission (Mf) in this section include the CVT.