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(d) Lightly screw the oil filter into place, and tighten it untilthe gasket contacts the seat.
(e) Using SST, tighten it an additional 3/4 turn.
SST 09228±07500
3. FILL WITH ENGINE OIL (a) Clean and install the oil drain plug with a new gasket.
Torque: 45 N Vm (450 kgf Vcm, 33 ft Vlbf)
(b) Fill with fresh engine oil.
Oil grade: See page LU±5
Capacity:
Drain and refill w/ Oil filter change
4.8 liters (5.1 US qts, 4.2 lmp. qts)
w/o Oil filter change
4.5 liters (4.8 US qts, 4.0 lmp. qts)
Dry fill 5.2 liters (5.5 US qts, 4.6 lmp. qts)
(c) Reinstall the oil filler cap.
4. START ENGINE AND CHECK FOR LEAKS
5. RECHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See page LU±5)
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INSPECTION OF OIL PUMP
1. INSPECT RELIEF VALVECoat the valve with engine oil and check that it falls smoothly
into the valve hole by its own weight.
If it doesn't, replace the relief valve. If necessary, replace the
oil pump assembly.
2. INSPECT DRIVE AND DRIVEN ROTORS
A. Place drive and driven rotors into oil pump body Face the mark of the rotors upward.
B. Inspect rotor tip clearance Using a feeler gauge, measure the clearance between the
drive and driven rotors.
Standard tip clearance: 0.110±0.240 mm
(0.0043±0.0094 in.)
Maximum tip clearance: 0.35 mm (0.0138 in.)
If the tip clearance is greater than maximum, replace the ro-
tors as a set.
C. Inspect rotor side clearance Using a feeler gauge and precision straight edge, measure
the clearance between the rotors and precision straight
edge.
Standard side clearance: 0.030±0.090 mm
(0.0012±0.0035 in.)
Maximum side clearance: 0.15 mm (0.0059 in.)
If the side clearance is greater than maximum, replace the ro-
tors as a set. If necessary, replace the oil pump assembly.
D. Inspect rotor body clearance Using a feeler gauge, measure the clearance between the
driven rotor and pump body.
Standard body clearance: 0.100±0.175 mm
(0.0039±0.0069 in.)
Maximum body clearance: 0.30 mm (0.0118 in.)
If the body clearance is greater than maximum, replace the
rotors as a set. If necessary, replace the oil pump assembly.
E. Remove drive and driven rotors
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DISASSEMBLY OF OIL PUMP
(See Components on page LU±12)
1. REMOVE RELIEF VALVE (a) Slighty mount the pump body in a vise.
(b) Remove the plug, gasket, compression spring and reliefvalve.
NOTICE: Be careful not to damage the pump body.
2. REMOVE DRIVE AND DRIVEN ROTORS Remove the ten screws, pump body cover, the drive and
driven rotors.
INSPECTION OF OIL PUMP
1. INSPECT RELIEF VALVECoat the valve with engine oil and check that it falls smoothly
into the valve hole on its own weight.
If it doesn't, replace the relief valve. If necessary, replace the
oil pump assembly.
2. INSPECT DRIVE AND DRIVEN ROTORS
A. Place drive and driven rotors into oil pump body The marks on the rotors must face up.
B. Inspect rotor tip clearance Using a feeler gauge, measure the clearance between the
drive and driven rotors.
Standard tip clearance: 0.310±0.490 mm
(0.0122±0.0193 in.)
Maximum tip clearance: 0.53 mm (0.0209 in.)
If the tip clearance is greater than maximum, replace the ro-
tors as a set.
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MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS
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ENGINE
Cold Engine Operations
1. REPLACE TIMING BELT
(a) Remove the timing belt.(See page EG±46)
(b) Install the timing belt. (See page EG±59)
2. INSPECT DRIVE BELT HINT: A belt tensioner is used, so checking the belt tension
is not necessary.
(a) Visually check the drive belt for excessive wear, frayed cords,
etc.
If necessary, replace the drive belt.
HINT:
w Cracks on the rib side of a drive belt are considered
acceptable. If the drive belt has chunks missing from the
ribs, it should be replaced.
w The drive belt tension can be released by turning the
belt tensioner counterclockwise. The pulley bolt for the
belt tensioner has a left±hand thread.
(b) Check the belt tensioner operation. wCheck that the belt tensioner moves downward when
the drive belt is pressed down at the points indicated in
the illustration with approx. 98 N (10 kgf, 22.0 lbf) of
force.
w Check the ali gnment of the belt tensioner pulley to make
sure the drive belt will not slip off the pulley.
If necessary, replace the belt tensioner.
w Check that the arrow mark on the belt tensioner falls
within area A of the scale.
If it is outside area A, replace the drive belt.
HINT:
w When a new belt is installed, it should lie within area B.
If not, the drive belt is not correct.
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6. REPLACE ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER(See Lubrication System on page EG±497)
Oil grade:
API grade SG or SH, Energy±Conserving II or ILSAC
multigrade engine oil. Recommended viscosity is as
shown in the illustration, with SAE 5W±30 being the
preferred engine oil.
Drain and refill capacity:
w/ Oil filter change
4.8 liters (5.1 US qts, 4.2 lmp. qts)
w/o Oil filter change
4.5 liters (4.8 US qts, 4.0 lmp. qts)
7. REPLACE ENGINE COOLANT (See Cooling System on page EG±425)
Coolant capacity (w/ Heater):
10.8 liters (11.4 US qts, 9.5 lmp. qts)
HINT:
wUse a good brand of ethylene±glycol base coolant and
mix it according to the manufacturer's directions.
w Using coolant which includes more than 50 %
ethylene±glycol (but not more than 70 %) is
recommended.
NOTICE:
w Do not use a alcohol type coolant.
w The coolant should be mixed with demineralized water or
distilled water.
8. INSPECT CHARCOAL CANISTER
(a) Remove the charcoal canister.
(See Emission Control System on page EG±221)
(b) Visually inspect the canister case.
(c) Check for crogged each port and stuck check valve. wUsing low compressed air (4.71 kPa (48 gf/cm
2, 0.68
psi)), blow into port A and check that air flows without
resistance from the other ports.
w Blow low compressed air (4.71 kPa (48 gf/cm
2, 0.68
psi)) into port B and check that air does not flow from the
other ports.
If operation is not as specified, replace the charcoal canister.
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(d) Clean the filter in the canister.Clean the filter by blowing 294 kPa (3 kgf/cm
2, 43 psi) of com-
pressed air into port A while holding port B closed.
NOTICE:
w Do not attempt to wash the canister.
w No activated carbon should come out.
(e) Reinstall the charcoal canister.
(See Emission Control System on page EG±222)
9. REPLACE GASKET IN FUEL TANK CAP
(a) Remove the old gasket from the tank cap. Do not damage the
cap.
(b) Install a new gasket by hand.
(c) Check the cap for damage or cracks.
(d) Install the cap and check the torque limiter.
10. INSPECT FUEL LINES AND CONNECTIONS Visually check the fuel lines for cracks, leakage, loose con-
nections, deformation or tank band looseness.
11. INSPECT EXHAUST PIPES AND MOUNTINGS Visually check the pipes, hangers and connections for se-
vere corrosion, leaks or damage.
12. ADJUST VALVE CLEARANCE (See Engine Mechanical on page EG±14)
Valve clearance (Cold):
Intake
.15 ± 0.25 mm (0.006 ± 0.010 in.)
Exhaust
.25 ± 0.35 mm (0.010 ± 0.014 in.)
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20. INSPECT BALL JOINTS AND DUST COVERS
(a) Inspect the ball joints for excessive looseness.wJack up the front of the vehicle and support it with
stands.
w Make sure the front wheels are in a straight±ahead
position, and depress the brake pedal.
w Jack up the lower suspension arm until there is about
half a load on the front coil spring.
w Move the front wheel up and down and check that the
ball joint has no excessive play.
Maximum lower ball joint vertical play.
0.3 mm (0.012 in.)
If the play is greater than maximum, replace the ball joint.
(b) Visually check the dust covers for damage
21. C H E C K A U TO M AT I C T RANSMISSION AND
DIFFERENTIAL OIL (FLUID)
A. Inspect automatic transmission fluid
(a) Visually check the differential for fluid and leakage.
If leakage is found, check for the cause and repair.
(b) Check the fluid level with the engine idling and shift lever at ªPº.
If the level is low, add fluid.
Transmission fluid:
See item 22 (A)
B. Inspect differential oil
(a) Visually check the transmission for oil and leakage.If leakage is found, check for the cause and repair.
(b) Remove the filler plug, and feel inside the hole with your finger. Check that the oil comes to within 5 mm (0.20 in) of the
bottom edge of the filler hole.
If the level is low, add oil until it begins to run out of the filler
hole.
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Differential oil:See item 22 (B)
(c) Reinstall the filler plug securely.
22. R E P L A C E A U TO M AT I C T RANSMISSION AND
DIFFERENTIAL OIL (FLUID)
A. Replace automatic transmission fluid
(a) Remove the drain plug, and drain the fluid.
(b) Clean the drain plug.
(c) Reinstall the drain plug securely.
(d) With the engine ªOFFº, add new fluid through the dipstick
tube.
Fluid type:
ATF Type T±II or equivalent
Drain and refill capacity: 1.9 liters (2.0 US qts. 1.7 lmp. qts)
(e) Start the engine and shift the selector into all positions fromªPº through ªLº, and then shift into ªPº position.
(f) With the engine idling, check the fluid level. Add fluid up the ªCOOLº level on the dipstick.
(g) Check that the fluid level is in the ªHOTº range at the normal
operating temperature (70 ± 80
C (158 ± 176
F)) and add
as necessary.
NOTICE: Do not overfill.
B. Replace differential oil
(a) Remove the filler and drain plugs, and drain the oil.
(b) Clean the drain plug.
(c) Reinstall the drain plug securely.
(d) Add new oil until it begins to run out of the filler hole.
Differential oil: Oil grade
API GL±5
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ViscosityAbove ± 185C (05F) SAE 90
Below ± 18 5C (0 5F) SAE 80W±90 or 80W
Capacity:
1.35 liters (1.43 US qts, 1.19 lmp. qts)
(e) Reinstall the filler plug securely.
23. TIGHTEN BOLTS AND NUTS ON CHASSIS AND BODY Tighten the following parts.
wFront seat±to±body mounting bolts
Torque: 37 N Vm (375 kgf Vcm, 27 ft Vlbf)
w Front suspension crossmembers - to - body mounting
nuts and bolts
Torque:
127 N Vm (1.300 kgf Vcm, 94 ft Vlbf) for nut
201 N Vm (2,050 kgf Vcm, 148 ft Vlbf) for bolt
w Rear suspension member - to - body mounting bolts
Torque: 176 NVm (1,800 kgfVcm, 130 ftVlbf)
wRear suspension member rear cushion - to - body
mounting bolts
Torque: 38 N Vm (390 kgf Vcm, 28 ft Vlbf)
24. BODY INSPECTION
(a) Check the body exterior for dents, scratches and rust
(b) Check the underbody for rust and damage.
If necessary, replace or repair.
25. ROAD TEST
(a) Check the engine and chassis for abnormal noises.
(b) Check that the vehicle does not wander or pull to one side.
(c) Check that the brakes work properly and do not drag.
(d) Perform setting of the parking brake shoes and drum.
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GENERAL MAINTENANCE
MA00M±03
There are the maintenance and inspection
items which are considered to be the owner's
responsibility. They can be performed by the
owner or be can have them done at a service
shop. These items include those which should
be checked on a daily basis, those which, in
most cases, do not require (special) tools and
those which are considered to be reasonable
for the owner to perform. Items and procedures
for general maintanance are as follows:
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1. TIRES
(a) Check the pressure with a gauge. Adjust ifnecessary.
(b) Check for cuts, damage or excessive wear.
2. WHEEL NUTS Wheel checking the tires, check the nuts for
looseness or for missing nuts. If necessary,
tighten them.
3. TIRE ROTATION It is recommended that tires be rotated every
12,000 km (7,500 miles).
4. WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES Check for wear or cracks whenever they do not
wipe clean. Replace if necessary.
5. FLUID LEAKS
(a) Check underneath for leaking fuel, oil, water or
other fluid.
(b) If you smell gasoline fumes or notice any leak, have the cause found and corrected.
6. DOORS AND ENGINE HOOD
(a) Check that all doors including the trunk lid operate smoothly, and that all latches lock
securely.
(b) Check that the engine hood secondary latch secures the hood from opening when the
primary latch is released.
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INSIDE VEHICLE
7. LIGHTS
(a) C h e c k t h a t t h e h eadlights, stop lights,
tail±lights, turn signal lights, and other lights
are all working. (b) Check the headlight aiming.
8. WARNING LIGHT AND BUZZERS
Check that all warning lights and buzzers func-
tion properly.
9. HORN Check that it is working.
10. WINDSHIELD GLASS
Check for scratches, pits or abrasions.
11. WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER
(a) Check operation of the wipers and washer.
(b) Check that the wipers do not streak.
12. WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER Check that the air comes out from the defroster
outlet when operating the heater air condition-
er at defroster mode.
13. REAR VIEW MIRROR
Check that it is mounted securely.
14. SUN VISORS Check that they move freely and are mounted
securely.
15. STEERING WHEEL Check that it has the specified freeplay. Be
alert for changes in steering condition, such as
hard steering, excessive freeplay or strange
noise.
16. SEATS
(a) Check that all front seat controls such as seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. operate
smoothly.
(b) Check that all latches lock securely in any position.
(c) Check that the locks hold securely in any latched position.
(d) Check that the head restraints move up and
down smoothly and that the locks hold securely
in ay latches position.
(e) For folding±down rear seat backs, check that the latches lock securely.
17. SEAT BELTS
(a) Ch e ck th a t th e se a t be lt syste m su ch as buckles, retractors and anchors operate
properly and smoothly.
(b) Check that the belt webbing is not cut, frayed,
worn or damaged.
18. ACCELERATOR PEDAL Check the pedal for smooth operation and un-
even pedal effort or catching.
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