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PRECAUTIONS ATC-9
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REMOVAL
1. Clean piping connection point, and set a disconnector.
2. Slide disconnector in axial direction of piping, and stretch garter spring with tapered point of disconnector.
3. Slide disconnector farther so that inside diameter of garter spring becomes larger than outside diameter of female-side piping flare. Then male-side piping can be disconnected.
INSTALLATION
1. Clean piping connection points, and insert male-side piping into female-side piping.
2. Push inserted male-side piping harder so that female-side piping flare stretches garter spring.
3. If inside diameter of garter spring becomes larger than outside diameter of female-side piping flare, garter spring seats on flare. Then, it fits in between male-side piping cage and female-side piping flare to anchor
piping connection point.
NOTE:
When garter spring seats on flare, and fits in between male-side piping cage and female-side piping flare,
it clicks.
CAUTION:
Female-side piping connection is thin and easy to deform. Slowly insert the male-side piping
straight in axial direction.
Insert piping securely until a click is heard.
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BODY, LOCK & SECURITY SYSTEM
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BODY, LOCK & SECURITY SYSTEM
PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 5
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER” ............................................................. ..... 5
Precautions Necessary for Steering Wheel Rotation
After Battery Disconnect ..................................... ..... 5
OPERATION PROCEDURE ............................ ..... 5
Precautions for Work ........................................... ..... 5
PREPARATION ...................................................... ..... 6
Special Service Tools .......................................... ..... 6
Commercial Service Tools ................................... ..... 6
SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS . ..... 7
Work Flow ........................................................... ..... 7
CUSTOMER INTERVIEW ................................ ..... 7
DUPLICATE THE NOISE AND TEST DRIVE .. ..... 8
CHECK RELATED SERVICE BULLETINS ...... ..... 8
LOCATE THE NOISE AND IDENTIFY THE
ROOT CAUSE ................................................. ..... 8
REPAIR THE CAUSE ...................................... ..... 8
CONFIRM THE REPAIR .................................. ..... 9
Generic Squeak and Rattle Troubleshooting ...... ..... 9
INSTRUMENT PANEL ..................................... ..... 9
CENTER CONSOLE ........................................ ..... 9
DOORS ............................................................ ..... 9
TRUNK ............................................................. ... 10
SUNROOF/HEADLINING ................................ ... 10
SEATS .............................................................. ... 10
UNDERHOOD .................................................. ... 10
Diagnostic Worksheet ......................................... .... 11
HOOD .................................................................... ... 13
Fitting Adjustment ............................................... ... 13
LONGITUDINAL AND LATERAL CLEARANCE
ADJUSTMENT ................................................. ... 13
FRONT END HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT ............ ... 13
SURFACE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT ................ ... 13
Removal and Installation of Hood Assembly ....... ... 14
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 15
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 15
Removal and Installation of Hood Lock Control .. ... 15
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 15 INSTALLATION ................................................
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Hood Lock Control Inspection ............................. ... 16
RADIATOR CORE SUPPORT ............................... ... 18
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 18
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 18
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 19
FRONT FENDER ................................................... ... 20
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 20
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 20
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 20
POWER DOOR LOCK SYSTEM ........................... ... 21
Component Parts and Harness Connector Location ... 21
System Description .............................................. ... 22
OUTLINE .......................................................... ... 23
CAN Communication System Description ........... ... 24
CAN Communication Unit .................................... ... 24
Schematic/With Intelligent Key ............................ ... 25
Wiring Diagram — D/LOCK —/With Intelligent Key ... 26
Schematic/Without Intelligent Key ....................... ... 31
Wiring Diagram — D/LOCK —/Without Intelligent
Key ...................................................................... ... 32
Terminals and Reference Value for BCM ............ ... 36
Terminals and Reference Value for Intelligent Key
Unit (With Intelligent Key System) ....................... ... 36
Work Flow ............................................................ ... 37
CONSULT-II Function (BCM) .............................. ... 37
CONSULT-II START PROCEDURE ................. ... 37
CONSULT-II APPLICATION ITEMS ................. ... 37
Trouble Diagnosis Chart by Symptom ................. ... 38
Check BCM Power Supply and Ground Circuit ... ... 39
Check Door Switch .............................................. ... 40
CHECK DOOR SWITCH (EXCEPT BACK DOOR
SWITCH) .......................................................... ... 40
CHECK BACK DOOR SWITCH ....................... ... 42
Check Key Switch ................................................ ... 44
Check Door Lock and Unlock Switch .................. ... 46
Check Door Lock Actuator (Driver Side) ............. ... 48
Check Door Lock Actuator (Passenger Side and
Rear LH/RH) ........................................................ ... 49
Check Fuel Lid Lock Actuator .............................. ... 50
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SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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TRUNK
Trunk noises are often caused by a loose jack or loose items put into the trunk by the owner.
In addition look for:
1. Trunk lid dumpers out of adjustment
2. Trunk lid striker out of adjustment
3. The trunk lid torsion bars knocking together
4. A loose license plate or bracket
Most of these incidents can be repaired by adjusting, securing or insulating the item(s) or component(s) caus-
ing the noise.
SUNROOF/HEADLINING
Noises in the sunroof/headlining area can often be traced to one of the following:
1. Sunroof lid, rail, linkage or seals making a rattle or light knocking noise
2. Sunvisor shaft shaking in the holder
3. Front or rear windshield touching headlining and squeaking
Again, pressing on the components to stop the noise while duplicating the conditions can isolate most of these
incidents. Repairs usually consist of insulating with felt cloth tape.
SEATS
When isolating seat noise it's important to note the position the seat is in and the load placed on the seat when
the noise is present. These conditions should be duplicated when verifying and isolating the cause of the
noise.
Cause of seat noise include:
1. Headrest rods and holder
2. A squeak between the seat pad cushion and frame
3. The rear seatback lock and bracket
These noises can be isolated by moving or pressing on the suspected components while duplicating the con-
ditions under which the noise occurs. Most of these incidents can be repaired by repositioning the component
or applying urethane tape to the contact area.
UNDERHOOD
Some interior noise may be caused by components under the hood or on the engine wall. The noise is then
transmitted into the passenger room.
Causes of transmitted underhood noise include:
1. Any component mounted to the engine wall
2. Components that pass through the engine wall
3. Engine wall mounts and connectors
4. Loose radiator mounting pins
5. Hood bumpers out of adjustment
6. Hood striker out of adjustment
These noises can be difficult to isolate since they cannot be reached from the interior of the vehicle. The best
method is to secure, move or insulate one component at a time and test drive the vehicle. Also, engine RPM
or load can be changed to isolate the noise. Repairs can usually be made by moving, adjusting, securing, or
insulating the component causing the noise.
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FRONT DISC BRAKE BR-21
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4. Remove union bolts and torque member bolts, and remove
brake caliper assembly from the vehicle.
5. Remove disc rotor. CAUTION:
Put matching marks on both disc rotor and wheel hub when
removing disc rotor.
INSTALLATION
CAUTION:
Refill with new brake fluid “DOT3”.
Do not reuse drained brake fluid.
1. Install disc rotor.
CAUTION:
Align the matching marks of disc rotor and wheel hub, which were marked at the time of removal
when reusing disc rotor.
2. Install caliper assembly to vehicle, and tighten mounting bolts to the specified torque. Refer to BR-19,
"Components" .
CAUTION:
Before installing torque member to vehicle, wipe oil and grease on washer seats on steering
knuckle and mounting surface of torque member.
3. Install a projection of brake hose metal fitting by aligning with protrusions on cylinder body, and tighten union bolts to the specified torque. Refer to BR-19, "
Components" .
CAUTION:
Do not reuse copper washer for union bolts.
Assemble brake hose securely on caliper assembly.
4. After installing caliper assembly, refill with new brake fluid and bleed air. Refer to BR-10, "
Bleeding Brake
System" .
5. Install tires to vehicle.
Disassembly and Assembly of Brake Caliper AssemblyNFS000MD
NOTE:
Do not remove torque member, brake pads, shims, shim covers and pad retainers, when disassembling or
assembling cylinder body.
DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove caliper assembly from vehicle. Refer to BR-20,
"Removal and Installation of Brake Caliper Assembly" .
2. Remove sliding pin bolts from cylinder body, and remove pads, shims, shim covers and pad retainers from torque member.
CAUTION:
When removing pad retainer from torque member, lift the
pad retainer in the direction shown by arrow (shown in the
figure) so as not to deform it.
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FRONT DISC BRAKE BR-23
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2. Apply rubber grease to piston boot. Cover the piston end with
piston boot, and install cylinder side lip on piston boot properly
into groove on cylinder body.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse piston boot.
3. Apply brake fluid to piston, and press piston into cylinder body by hand to assemble piston side lip on piston boot properly into
groove on piston.
CAUTION:
Press piston evenly and vary the pressing point to prevent
cylinder inner wall from being rubbed.
4. Install sliding pins and sliding pin boots to torque member.
5. Install the torque member to the knuckle spindle and tighten the mounting bolts to the specified torque. Refer to BR-19, "
Compo-
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CAUTION:
Before installing torque member to vehicle, wipe oil and
grease on the washer seats on steering knuckle and the
mounting surface of the torque member.
6. Install pad retainers to torque member.
7. After assembling shims and shim covers to pad, install it to torque member.
CAUTION:
Inner pad and outer pad have pad-return mechanism on the upper side of the pad retainer. When
installing pad, be sure to install pad return lever to pad wear sensor securely as shown in the fig-
ure.
8. Install cylinder body, and tighten sliding pin bolt to specified torque. Refer to BR-19, "
Components" .
9. Install a projection of brake hose metal fitting by aligning with protrusions on cylinder body, and then tighten union bolts to specified torque. Refer to BR-11, "
Hydraulic Circuit" .
CAUTION:
Assemble brake hose securely to protrusions on cylinder body.
Do not reuse copper washer for union bolts.
10. After installing caliper assembly, refill with new brake fluid and bleed air. Refer to BR-10, "
Bleeding Brake
System" .
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REAR DISC BRAKE BR-27
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Do not reuse drained brake fluid.
1. Install disc rotor. CAUTION:
Align the matching marks of disc rotor and wheel hub, which were marked at the time of removal
when reusing disc rotor.
2. Install caliper assembly to the vehicle, and tighten bolts to the specified torque. Refer to BR-25, "
Compo-
nents" .
CAUTION:
Before installing caliper assembly to the vehicle, wipe off oil and grease on washer seats on axle
assembly and mounting surface of caliper assembly.
3. Install brake hose to caliper assembly and tighten union bolt to the specified torque. Refer to BR-25,
"Components" .
CAUTION:
Do not reuse copper washer for union bolts.
Securely install brake hose to protrusion on caliper assembly.
4. After installing caliper assembly, refill with new brake fluid and bleed air. Refer to BR-10, "
Bleeding Brake
System" .
5. Install tires to the vehicle.
Disassembly and Assembly of Brake Caliper AssemblyNFS000MI
NOTE:
Do not remove torque member, brake pads, shims, shim cover and pad retainers, when disassembling or
assembling cylinder body.
DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove sliding pin bolts, and then remove brake pads, shims, shim cover, and pad retainer from torque
member and cylinder.
CAUTION:
Do not drop brake pads, shims, shim cover and pad retainer from torque member.
2. Remove sliding pin boot from torque member.
3. As shown in the figure, using a flat-bladed screwdriver, remove retaining ring from cylinder body.
4. Place a wooden block as shown in the figure, and blow air from union bolt mounting hole to remove pistons and piston boots.
CAUTION:
Do not get your fingers caught in piston.
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8. CHECK SPARK PLUG
Check the initial spark plug for fouling, etc.
OK or NG
OK >> Replace spark plug(s) with standard type one(s). For spark plug type, refer to MA-20, "
Changing Spark Plugs
(Platinum-Tipped Type)" .
NG >> 1. Repair or clean spark plug.
2. GO TO 9.
9. CHECK FUNCTION OF IGNITION COIL-III
1. Reconnect the initial spark plugs.
2. Crank engine for about 3 seconds, and recheck whether spark is generated between the spark plug and the grounded portion.
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG >> Replace spark plug(s) with standard type one(s). For spark plug type, refer to MA-20, "
Changing
Spark Plugs (Platinum-Tipped Type)" .
10. CHECK COMPRESSION PRESSURE
Check compression pressure. Refer to EM-101, "
CHECKING COMPRESSION PRESSURE" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 11.
NG >> Check pistons, piston rings, valves, valve seats and cylinder head gaskets.
11 . CHECK FUEL PRESSURE
1. Install all removed parts.
2. Release fuel pressure to zero. Refer to EC-85, "
FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE" .
3. Install fuel pressure gauge and check fuel pressure. Refer to EC-86, "
FUEL PRESSURE CHECK" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 13.
NG >> GO TO 12.
12. DETECT MALFUNCTIONING PART
Check the following.
Fuel pump and circuit (Refer to EC-636, "FUEL PUMP" .)
Fuel pressure regulator (Refer to EC-86, "FUEL PRESSURE CHECK" .)
Fuel lines (Refer to MA-17, "Checking Fuel Lines" .)
Fuel filter for clogging
>> Repair or replace.
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Spark should be generated.
At idle: Approximately 350 kPa (3.57 kg/cm
2 , 51 psi)
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8. CHECK SPARK PLUG
Check the initial spark plug for fouling, etc.
OK or NG
OK >> Replace malfunctioning spark plug(s) with standard type one(s). For spark plug type, refer to EM-192
.
NG >> 1. Repair or clean spark plug.
2. GO TO 9.
9. CHECK FUNCTION OF IGNITION COIL-III
1. Reconnect the initial spark plugs.
2. Crank engine for about three seconds, and recheck whether spark is generated between the spark plug and the grounded portion.
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG >> Replace malfunctioning spark plug(s) with standard type one(s). For spark plug type, refer to EM-
192 .
10. CHECK COMPRESSION PRESSURE
Check compression pressure. Refer to EM-232, "
CHECKING COMPRESSION PRESSURE" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 11.
NG >> Check pistons, piston rings, valves, valve seats and cylinder head gaskets.
11 . CHECK FUEL PRESSURE
1. Install all removed parts.
2. Release fuel pressure to zero. Refer to EC-747, "
FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE" .
3. Install fuel pressure gauge and check fuel pressure. Refer to EC-748, "
FUEL PRESSURE CHECK" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 13.
NG >> GO TO 12.
12. DETECT MALFUNCTIONING PART
Check the following.
Fuel pump and circuit (Refer to EC-1318, "FUEL PUMP" .)
Fuel pressure regulator (Refer to EC-748, "FUEL PRESSURE CHECK" .)
Fuel lines (Refer to FL-3, "Checking Fuel Lines" .)
Fuel filter for clogging
>> Repair or replace.
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Spark should be generated.
At idling: Approximately 350 kPa (3.57 kg/cm
2 , 51 psi)
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EXTERIOR & INTERIOR
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EXTERIOR & INTERIOR
PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 3
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER” ............................................................. ..... 3
Precautions for Procedures without Cowl Top Cover ..... 3
Precautions for Work ........................................... ..... 3
PREPARATION ...................................................... ..... 4
Special Service Tools .......................................... ..... 4
Commercial Service Tools ................................... ..... 4
SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES ..... 5
Work Flow ........................................................... ..... 5
CUSTOMER INTERVIEW ................................ ..... 5
DUPLICATE THE NOISE AND TEST DRIVE .. ..... 6
CHECK RELATED SERVICE BULLETINS ...... ..... 6
LOCATE THE NOISE AND IDENTIFY THE
ROOT CAUSE ................................................. ..... 6
REPAIR THE CAUSE ...................................... ..... 6
CONFIRM THE REPAIR .................................. ..... 7
Generic Squeak and Rattle Troubleshooting ...... ..... 7
INSTRUMENT PANEL ..................................... ..... 7
CENTER CONSOLE ........................................ ..... 7
DOORS ............................................................ ..... 7
TRUNK ............................................................. ..... 8
SUNROOF/HEADLINING ................................ ..... 8
SEATS .............................................................. ..... 8
UNDERHOOD .................................................. ..... 8
Diagnostic Worksheet ......................................... ..... 9
CLIP AND FASTENER .......................................... ....11
Clip and Fastener ................................................ .... 11
FRONT BUMPER .................................................. ... 14
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 14
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 15
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 16
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF FILLET
MOLDING ........................................................ ... 16
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF BUMPER
CENTER MOLDING ......................................... ... 16 REAR BUMPER .....................................................
... 17
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 17
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 18
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 19
DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY OF REAR
BUMPER FASCIA ............................................ ... 19
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF REAR
BUMPER CLOSING ......................................... ... 20
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF DRAFTER
GUARD ............................................................ ... 20
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF REAR FIL-
LET MOLDING ASSEMBLY ............................. ... 21
FRONT GRILLE ..................................................... ... 22
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 22
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 22
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 22
COWL TOP ............................................................ ... 23
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 23
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 23
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 23
FENDER PROTECTOR ......................................... ... 24
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 24
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 24
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 24
DOOR OUTSIDE MOLDING .................................. ... 25
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 25
FRONT DOOR OUTSIDE MOLDING ............... ... 25
REAR DOOR OUTSIDE MOLDING ................. ... 25
DOOR OUTSIDE LOWER MOLDING ................... ... 26
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 26
FRONT AND REAR DOOR OUTSIDE LOWER
MOLDING ......................................................... ... 26
DOOR PARTING SEAL ......................................... ... 27
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 27
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 27
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 28
CENTER MUD GUARD ......................................... ... 29
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 29
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 29
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 29
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SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
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TRUNK
Trunk noises are often caused by a loose jack or loose items put into the trunk by the owner.
In addition look for:
1. Trunk lid dumpers out of adjustment
2. Trunk lid striker out of adjustment
3. The trunk lid torsion bars knocking together
4. A loose license plate or bracket
Most of these incidents can be repaired by adjusting, securing or insulating the item(s) or component(s) caus-
ing the noise.
SUNROOF/HEADLINING
Noises in the sunroof/headlining area can often be traced to one of the following:
1. Sunroof lid, rail, linkage or seals making a rattle or light knocking noise
2. Sun-visor shaft shaking in the holder
3. Front or rear windshield touching headlining and squeaking
Again, pressing on the components to stop the noise while duplicating the conditions can isolate most of these
incidents. Repairs usually consist of insulating with felt cloth tape.
SEATS
When isolating seat noise it's important to note the position the seat is in and the load placed on the seat when
the noise is present. These conditions should be duplicated when verifying and isolating the cause of the
noise.
Cause of seat noise include:
1. Headrest rods and holder
2. A squeak between the seat pad cushion and frame
3. The rear seatback lock and bracket
These noises can be isolated by moving or pressing on the suspected components while duplicating the con-
ditions under which the noise occurs. Most of these incidents can be repaired by repositioning the component
or applying urethane tape to the contact area.
UNDERHOOD
Some interior noise may be caused by components under the hood or on the engine wall. The noise is then
transmitted into the passenger compartment.
Causes of transmitted under-hood noise include:
1. Any component mounted to the engine wall
2. Components that pass through the engine wall
3. Engine wall mounts and connectors
4. Loose radiator mounting pins
5. Hood bumpers out of adjustment
6. Hood striker out of adjustment
These noises can be difficult to isolate since they cannot be reached from the interior of the vehicle. The best
method is to secure, move or insulate one component at a time and test drive the vehicle. Also, engine RPM
or load can be changed to isolate the noise. Repairs can usually be made by moving, adjusting, securing, or
insulating the component causing the noise.