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SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSESDLK-211
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Insulates where slight movement is present. Ideal for instrument panel applications.
SILICONE GREASE
Used in place of UHMW tape that is be visible or does not fit. Will only last a few months.
SILICONE SPRAY
Used when grease cannot be applied.
DUCT TAPE
Used to eliminate movement.
CONFIRM THE REPAIR
Confirm that the cause of a noise is repaired by test driving the vehicle. Operate the vehicle under the same
conditions as when the noise originally occurred. Refer to the notes on the Diagnostic Worksheet.
Inspection ProcedureINFOID:0000000006226060
Refer to Table of Contents for specific component removal and installation information.
INSTRUMENT PANEL
Most incidents are caused by contact and movement between:
1. Cluster lid A and instrument panel
2. Acrylic lens and combination meter housing
3. Instrument panel to front pillar garnish
4. Instrument panel to windshield
5. Instrument panel mounting pins
6. Wiring harnesses behind the combination meter
7. A/C defroster duct and duct joint
These incidents can usually be located by tapping or moving the components to duplicate the noise or by
pressing on the components while driving to stop the noi se. Most of these incidents can be repaired by apply-
ing felt cloth tape or silicon spray (in hard to reach areas). Urethane pads can be used to insulate wiring har-
ness.
CAUTION:
Do not use silicone spray to isolate a squeak or ra ttle. If you saturate the area with silicone, you will
not be able to recheck the repair.
CENTER CONSOLE
Components to pay attention to include:
1. Shifter assembly cover to finisher
2. A/C control unit and cluster lid C
3. Wiring harnesses behind audio and A/C control unit
The instrument panel repair and isolation pr ocedures also apply to the center console.
DOORS
Pay attention to the:
1. Finisher and inner panel making a slapping noise
2. Inside handle escutcheon to door finisher
3. Wiring harnesses tapping
4. Door striker out of alignment causing a popping noise on starts and stops
Tapping or moving the components or pressing on them while driving to duplicate the conditions can isolate
many of these incidents. You can usually insulate the areas with felt cloth tape or insulator foam blocks to
repair the noise.
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. Trunk lid torsion bars knocking together
4. A loose license plate or bracket
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DLN-14
< SYSTEM DESCRIPTION >[TRANSFER: ATX90A]
STRUCTURE AND OPERATION
DESCRIPTION
 Ball ramp lever operates in the direction of main shaft axis according to rotation of actuator shaft and
presses piston. Pressure is applied to each clutch and torque is transmitted.
 Shift fork operates in the direction of main shaft axis according to rotation of actuator shaft and performs
engagement and disengagement to Hi-Lo sleeve and lock sleev e of main shaft. Mode is switched between
4H ⇔4L.
AUTO MODE
 The optimum torque distribution is electronically performed for front and rear wheels according to road con-
ditions.
 Stable start without wheel spin is possible on slippery road conditions, such as on a snowy road.
 When road condition does not require 4WD driving, the st atus becomes close to rear wheel drive, which
results in better fuel efficiency and prov ides FR-like steering characteristics.
 The vehicle cornering status is judged according to information from each sensor, and the optimum torque is
distributed to front wheels for prev enting tight-corner braking symptom.
NOTE:
When there is a difference of revolution speed between the front and rear wheel the shift occasionally changes
to direct 4-wheel driving conditions aut omatically. This is not a malfunction.
4H MODE
 Torque distribution for front and rear wheels is fixed and stable start is achieved while driving on an rough,
sandy or snowy road.
4L MODE
 Large traction force is obtained due to low gear. High running ability and escaping ability are achieved.
 Switching from 4H mode to 4L mode is not possible w hen the vehicle is not stopped and A/T shift selector is
not in the neutral position.
TORQUE DISTRIBUTION DIAGRAM
JPDIE0256GB
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ADDITIONAL SERVICE WHEN REPLACING TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT
DLN-41
< BASIC INSPECTION > [TRANSFER: ATX90A]
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ADDITIONAL SERVICE WHEN RE PLACING TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT
DescriptionINFOID:0000000006222234
Perform writing unit parameter and initial calibration after replacing transfer control unit. Refer to DLN-41,
"Work Procedure".
Work ProcedureINFOID:0000000006222235
NOTE:
In fail-safe mode, can not perform work support. (Except that DTC P181F is detected.)
1.WRITE UNIT PARAMETER
Perform writing unit parameter to control unit. Refer to DLN-48, "
Work Procedure".
>> GO TO 2.
2.INITIAL CALIBRATION (1)
With CONSULT-III
1. Start the engine. CAUTION:
Never drive the vehicle.
2. Check “4WD MODE”, “T/M RANGE”, “COMER VHCL SPEED”, “MOTOR POWER SUP” of CONSULT-III
“DATA MONITOR” for “ALL MODE AWD/4WD”.
3. Continue the following condition more than 10 seconds.
Does the transfer motor operate automatically?
YES >> After the transfer motor operation st op (After approximately 10 seconds) GO TO 4.
NO >> GO TO 3.
3.INITIAL CALIBRATION (2)
With CONSULT-III
1. Select “START CALIBRATION” of CONSULT- III “WORK SUPPORT” for “ALL MODE AWD/4WD”.
2. Wait until the motor operation stop. (After approximately 10 seconds)
>> GO TO 4.
4.PERFORM SELF-DIAGNOSIS
With CONSULT-III
1. Erase self-diagnosis result for “ALL MODE AWD/4WD”.
2. Turn the ignition switch ON to OFF. CAUTION:
Wait for 10 seconds after turning ignition switch OFF.
3. Start the engine.
CAUTION:
Never drive the vehicle.
4. Perform self-diagnosis for “ALL MODE AWD/4WD”.
Is
“DTC P181F” detected?
YES >> GO TO 1.
NO >> WORK END
4WD MODE : AUTO
T/M RANGE : N
COMPER VHCL SPEED : 0 km/h (Never drive the vehicle)
MOTOR POWER SUP : More than 11 V
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DLN-42
< BASIC INSPECTION >[TRANSFER: ATX90A]
ADDITIONAL SERVICE WHEN
REPLACING TRANSFER ASSEMBLY
ADDITIONAL SERVICE WHEN REPLACING TRANSFER ASSEMBLY
DescriptionINFOID:0000000006222236
Perform writing unit parameter, transfer fluid viscosity learning and initial calibration after replacing transfer
assembly. Refer to DLN-42, "
Work Procedure".
Work ProcedureINFOID:0000000006222237
NOTE:
In fail-safe mode, can not perform work s upport. (Except that DTC P181F is detected.)
1.WRITE UNIT PARAMETER
Perform writing unit parameter to control unit. Refer to DLN-48, "
Work Procedure".
>> GO TO 2.
2.PREPARATION BEFORE WORK
With CONSULT-III
1. Start the engine. CAUTION:
Never drive the vehicle.
2. Check “4WD MODE”, “T/M RANGE”, “COMER V HCL SPEED”, “MOTOR POWER SUP” of CONSULT-III
“DATA MONITOR” for “ALL MODE AWD/4WD”.
3. Continue the following condition more than 10 seconds.
>> GO TO 3.
3.PERFORM TRANSFER FLUID VISCOSITY LEARNING
With CONSULT-III
1. Select “OIL DETERIORATION INFO RESET” of CONSULT-III “WORK SUPPORT” for “ALL MODE AWD/
4WD”.
2. Select “Start”.
>> GO TO 4.
4.INITIAL CALIBRATION
With CONSULT-III
1. Select “START CALIBRATION” of CONSULT- III “WORK SUPPORT” for “ALL MODE AWD/4WD”.
2. Wait until the motor operation stop. (After approximately 10 seconds)
>> GO TO 5.
5.PERFORM SELF-DIAGNOSIS
With CONSULT-III
1. Erase self-diagnosis result for “ALL MODE AWD/4WD”.
2. Turn the ignition switch ON to OFF. CAUTION:
Wait for 10 seconds after turn ing ignition switch OFF.
3. Start the engine. CAUTION:
Never drive the vehicle.
4. Perform self-diagnosis for “ALL MODE AWD/4WD”.
4WD MODE : AUTO
T/M RANGE : N
COMPER VHCL SPEED : 0 km/h (Never drive the vehicle)
MOTOR POWER SUP : More than 11 V
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DLN-44
< BASIC INSPECTION >[TRANSFER: ATX90A]
TRANSFER LOCK POSITION SENSOR LEARNING
TRANSFER LOCK POSI
TION SENSOR LEARNING
DescriptionINFOID:0000000006222238
 Detect a stroke of transfer lock sleeve and learn operating area of transfer lock sleeve (Lock/Unlock)
 Perform the learning of transfer lock position sensor by “CONFIGURATION” of CONSULT-III function. Refer
to DLN-44, "
Work Procedure".
CAUTION:
Before performing the learning of lock position sensor, must erase l earning of transfer lock position
sensor.
*: “LOCK SLEEVE SENSOR” means transfer lock position sensor.
Work ProcedureINFOID:0000000006222239
NOTE:
In fail-safe mode, can not perform work support. (Except that DTC P181F or P182B is detected.)
1.PREPARATION BEFORE WORK
With CONSULT-III
1. Start the engine. CAUTION:
Never drive the vehicle.
2. Check “4WD MODE”, “T/M RANGE”, “COMER V HCL SPEED”, “MOTOR POWER SUP” of CONSULT-III
“DATA MONITOR” for “ALL MODE AWD/4WD”.
3. Continue the following condition.
>> GO TO 2.
2.PERFORM ERASE LOCK POSITION SENOR LEARNING
With CONSULT-III
1. Select “LOCK SLEEVE SENSOR INITIALIZE” of CONSULT-III “WORK SUPPORT” for “ALL MODE AWD/
4WD”.
2. Select “Start”.
3. Wait until the motor operation stop.
>> GO TO 3.
3.PERFORM LOCK POSITION SENOR LEARNING
With CONSULT-III
1. Select “LOCK SLEEVE SENSOR LEARNING” of CONSULT-III “WORK SUPPORT” for “ALL MODE
AWD/4WD”.
2. Select “Start”.
3. Wait until the motor operation stop.
>> GO TO 4.
4.PERFORM SELF-DIAGNOSIS
With CONSULT-III
Function Description
LOCK SLEEVE SENSOR
* INITIALIZE Format learning the transfer lock position sensor written to transfer control unit.
LOCK SLEEVE SENSOR
* LEARNING Perform learning the transfer lock position sensor.
4WD MODE : 4L
T/M RANGE : N
COMPER VHCL SPEED : 0 km/h
(Never drive the vehicle)
MOTOR POWER SUP : More than 11 V
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TRANSFER FLUID VISCOSITY LEARNINGDLN-47
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TRANSFER FLUID VISCOSITY LEARNING
DescriptionINFOID:0000000006222242
Perform transfer fluid viscosity learning and initial calibration after draining and refilling transfer fluid. Refer to
DLN-47, "
Work Procedure".
Work ProcedureINFOID:0000000006222243
NOTE:
In fail-safe mode, can not perform work s upport. (Except that DTC P181F is detected.)
1.PREPARATION BEFORE WORK
With CONSULT-III
1. Start the engine.
CAUTION:
Never drive the vehicle.
2. Check “4WD MODE”, “T/M RANGE”, “COMER VHCL SPEED”, “MOTOR POWER SUP” of CONSULT-III
“DATA MONITOR” for “ALL MODE AWD/4WD”.
3. Continue the following condition more than 10 seconds.
>> GO TO 2.
2.TRANSFER FLUID VISCOSITY LEARNING
With CONSULT-III
1. Select “OIL DETERIORATION INFO RESET” of CONSULT-III “WORK SUPPORT” for “ALL MODE AWD/
4WD”.
2. Select “Start”.
>> GO TO 3.
3.INITIAL CALIBRATION
With CONSULT-III
1. Select “START CALIBRATION” of CONSULT- III “WORK SUPPORT” for “ALL MODE AWD/4WD”.
2. Wait until the motor operation stop. (After approximately 10 seconds)
>> GO TO 4.
4.PERFORM SELF-DIAGNOSIS
With CONSULT-III
1. Erase self-diagnosis result for “ALL MODE AWD/4WD”.
2. Turn the ignition switch ON to OFF.
CAUTION:
Wait for 10 seconds after turning ignition switch OFF.
3. Start the engine.
CAUTION:
Never drive the vehicle.
4. Perform self-diagnosis for “ALL MODE AWD/4WD”.
Is
“DTC P181F” detected?
YES >> GO TO 1.
NO >> WORK END
4WD MODE : AUTO
T/M RANGE : N
COMPER VHCL SPEED : 0 km/h (Never drive the vehicle)
MOTOR POWER SUP : More than 11 V
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DLN-106
< PERIODIC MAINTENANCE >[TRANSFER: ATX90A]
TRANSFER FLUID
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
TRANSFER FLUID
InspectionINFOID:0000000006222324
FLUID LEAKAGE
Check transfer surrounding area (oil seal, drain plug, and filler plug etc.) for fluid leakage.
FLUID LEVEL
1. Remove filler plug (1) and gasket. Then check that fluid is filled
up from mounting hole for the filler plug.
CAUTION:
Never start engine whil e checking fluid level.
2. Set a new gasket onto filler plug (1), and install it on transfer and then tighten to the specified torque.
CAUTION:
Never reuse gasket.
DrainingINFOID:0000000006222325
1. Run the vehicle to warm up the transfer unit sufficiently.
2. Stop the engine.
3. Remove the drain plug (1) and drain transfer fluid.
4. Set a new gasket onto drain plug (1), and install it to transfer andtighten to the specified torque.
CAUTION:
Never reuse gasket.
RefillingINFOID:0000000006222326
1. Remove filler plug (1). Fill up with new transfer fluid up to mount-ing hole for the filler plug.
CAUTION:
Carefully fill the fluid. (Fill up for approximately 3 minutes.)
2. Leave the vehicle for 3 minutes, and check the fluid level again.
3. Set a new gasket onto filler plug, and install it on transfer and tighten to the specified torque.
CAUTION:
Never reuse gasket.
4. Perform learning of transfer fluid viscosity. Refer to DLN-47, "
Work Procedure".
Specified torque : 33 N·m (3.4 kg-m, 24 ft-lb)
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Specified torque : 33 N-m (3.4 kg-m, 24 ft-lb)
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Fluid grade and Viscosity : Refer to
MA-10, "Fluids
and Lubricants".
Fluid capacity : Refer to DLN-124, "
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Specified torque : 33 N-m (3.4 kg-m, 24 ft-lb)
JPDIE0295ZZ
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FRONT DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OILDLN-155
< PERIODIC MAINTENANCE > [FRONT FINAL DRIVE: R180A]
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FRONT DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL
InspectionINFOID:0000000006222378
OIL LEAKAGE
Check that oil is not leaking from the front final drive assembly or around it.
OIL LEVEL
 Remove filler plug (1) and check oil level from filler plug mounting
hole as shown in the figure.
CAUTION:
Never start engine while checking oil level.
 Set a gasket on filler plug (1) and install it on final drive assembly. Refer to DLN-167, "
Exploded View".
CAUTION:
Never reuse gasket.
DrainingINFOID:0000000006222379
1. Stop engine.
2. Remove drain plug (1) and drain gear oil.
3. Set a gasket on drain plug (1) and install it to final drive assem- bly and tighten to the specified torque. Refer to DLN-167,
"Exploded View".
CAUTION:
Never reuse gasket.
RefillingINFOID:0000000006222380
1. Remove filler plug (1). Fill with new gear oil until oil level reaches the specified level near filler plug mounting hole.
2. After refilling oil, check oil level. Set a gasket to filler plug (1), then install it to final drive assembly. Refer to DLN-167,
"Exploded View".
CAUTION:
Never reuse gasket.
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Oil grade and Viscosity : Refer to MA-10, "Fluids
and Lubricants".
Oil capacity : Refer to DLN-185, "
Gen-
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JPDID0312ZZ
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REAR DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OILDLN-193
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REAR DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL
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OIL LEAKAGE
Check that differential gear oil is not leaking fr om the rear final drive assembly or around it.
OIL LEVEL
 Remove filler plug (1) and check oil level from filler plug mounting
hole as shown in the figure.
CAUTION:
Never start engine while checking oil level.
 Set a gasket on filler plug (1) and install it on final drive assembly. Refer to DLN-203, "
Exploded View".
CAUTION:
Never reuse gasket.
DrainingINFOID:0000000006222412
1. Stop the engine.
2. Remove drain plug (1) and drain gear oil.
3. Set a gasket on drain plug (1) and install it to final drive assem- bly and tighten to the specified torque. Refer to DLN-203,
"Exploded View".
CAUTION:
Never reuse gasket.
RefillingINFOID:0000000006222413
1. Remove filler plug (1). Fill with new gear oil until oil level reaches the specified level near filler plug mounting hole.
2. After refilling oil, check oil level. Set a gasket to filler plug (1), then install it to final drive assembly. Refer to DLN-203,
"Exploded View".
CAUTION:
Never reuse gasket.
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Oil grade and viscosity : Refer to MA-10, "Fluids and
Lubricants".
Oil capacity : Refer to DLN-222, "
General
Specification".
JPDID0415ZZ
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EC-38
< SYSTEM DESCRIPTION >[VK56VD]
SYSTEM
Homogeneous combustion is a combustion method that fuel
is injected during intake process so that combus-
tion occurs in the entire combustion chamber , as is common with conventional methods.
As for a start except for starts with the engine cold, homogeneous combustion occurs.
MIXTURE RATIO FEEDBACK CONTROL (CLOSED LOOP CONTROL)
The mixture ratio feedback system prov ides the best air-fuel mixture ratio for driveability and emission control.
The three way catalyst (manifold) can better reduce CO , HC and NOx emissions. This system uses A/F sen-
sor 1 in the exhaust manifold to monitor whether the engine operation is rich or lean. The ECM adjusts the
injection pulse width according to the sensor voltage signal. For more information about A/F sensor 1, refer to
EC-21, "
Air Fuel Ratio (A/F) Sensor 1". This maintains the mixture ratio within the range of stoichiometric
(ideal air-fuel mixture).
This stage is referred to as the closed loop control condition.
Heated oxygen sensor 2 is located downstream of the th ree way catalyst (manifold). Even if the switching
characteristics of A/F sensor 1 shift, the air-fuel ratio is controlled to stoichiometric by the signal from heated
oxygen sensor 2.
 Open Loop Control
The open loop system condition refers to when the ECM detects any of the following conditions. Feedback
control stops in order to maintain stabilized fuel combustion.
- Deceleration and acceleration
- High-load, high-speed operation
- Malfunction of A/F sensor 1 or its circuit
- Insufficient activation of A/F sensor 1 at low engine coolant temperature
- High engine coolant temperature
- During warm-up
- After shifting from N to D
- When starting the engine
MIXTURE RATIO SELF-LEARNING CONTROL
The mixture ratio feedback control system monitors t he mixture ratio signal transmitted from A/F sensor 1.
This feedback signal is then sent to the ECM. The ECM c ontrols the basic mixture ratio as close to the theoret-
ical mixture ratio as possible. However, the basic mi xture ratio is not necessarily controlled as originally
designed. Both manufacturing differences (i.e., mass ai r flow sensor hot wire) and characteristic changes dur-
ing operation (i.e., fuel injector clogging) directly affect mixture ratio.
Accordingly, the difference between the basic and theoretical mixture ratios is monitored in this system. This is
then computed in terms of “injection pulse duration” to automatically compensate for the difference between
the two ratios.
“Fuel trim” refers to the feedback compensation value co mpared against the basic injection duration. Fuel trim
includes “short-term fuel trim” and “long-term fuel trim”.
“Short term fuel trim” is the short-term fuel compensati on used to maintain the mixture ratio at its theoretical
value. The signal from A/F sensor 1 indicates whether the mixture ratio is RICH or LEAN compared to the the-
oretical value. The signal then triggers a reduction in fuel volume if the mixture ratio is rich, and an increase in
fuel volume if it is lean.
“Long-term fuel trim” is overall fuel compensation carri ed out over time to compensate for continual deviation
of the “short-term fuel trim” from the central value. Continual deviation will occur due to individual engine differ-
ences, wear over time and changes in the usage environment.
FUEL INJECTION TIMING
Sequential Direct Injection Gasoline System
PBIB2793E
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