Checking Body Corrosion
Visually check the body sheet metal panel for corrosion, paint damage (scratches, chipping, rubbing, etc.) or
damage to the anti-corrosion materials. In particular, check the following locations.
Hemmed portion
Hood front end, door lower end, back door rear end, etc.
Panel joint
Side sill of rear fender and center pillar, rear wheel housing of rear fender, around strut tower in engine
compartment, etc.
Panel edge
Back door opening, sunroof opening, fender wheelarch flange, fuel filler lid flange, around holes in panel, etc.
Parts contact
Waist molding, windshield molding, bumper, etc.
Protectors
Damage or condition of mudguard, fender protector, chipping protector, etc.
Anti-corrosion materials
Damage or separation of anti-corrosion materials under the body.
Drain holes
Condition of drain holes at door and side sill.
When repairing corroded areas, refer to the Corrosion Repair Manual.
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE
BT-5
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Removal and Installation
IWhen removing or installing hood, place a cloth or other padding on hood. This prevents vehicle body from
being scratched.
I Bumper fascia is made of plastic. Do not use excessive force and be sure to keep oil away from it.
I Hood adjustment: Adjust at hinge portion.
I Hood lock adjustment: After adjusting, check hood lock control operation. Apply a coat of grease to hood
locks engaging mechanism.
I Hood opener: Do not attempt to bend cable forcibly. Doing so increases effort required to unlock hood.
BODY FRONT END
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Removal and Installation
IWhen removing or installing back door, place a cloth or other padding on back door. This prevents vehicle
body from being scratched.
I Bumper fascia is made of plastic. Do not use excessive force and be sure to keep oil away from it.
I Back door adjustment: Adjust at hinge-back door portion for proper back door fit.
I Back door lock system adjustment: Adjust striker so that it is in the center of the lock. After adjustment,
check back door lock operation.
I After installation, make sure that back door and fuel filler lid open smoothly.
REAR BUMPER ASSEMBLY
YBT117
BODY REAR END AND OPENER
BT-8
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Removal and Installation
FRONT DOOR
IFor removal of front door finisher, refer to ªDOOR TRIMº,
BT-19.
I Remove sealing screen.
I After adjusting door or door lock, check door lock operation.
YBT119
DOOR
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REAR DOOR
Wagon
IFor removal of rear door finisher, refer to ªDOOR TRIMº, BT-19.
I Remove sealing screen.
I After adjusting door or door lock, make sure door lock properly.
YBT125
DOOR
Removal and Installation (Cont'd)
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