CAUTION:
If the ATF level is not within the specification or ATF is not adhering to the dipstick after warming up the engine, do not drive the vehicle. Otherwise, the transaxle could be damaged.
ATF level inspection
1. Remove the dipstick securing bolt.
2. Connect the M-MDS to the DLC-2 and display the PID TFT.
3. Warm up the engine until the ATF temperature is 50 °C {122 °F}
.
4. Remove the dipstick and wipe ATF off using a nylon cloth while leaving the engine idling.

5. Insert the dipstick and pull it out again.
6. Verify that the ATF is adhering between L and F on the dipstick.
If ATF is not adhering between L and F on the dipstick, adjust the ATF level..

NOTE:
The ATF color is blue.
Only use ATF FZ for the FW6A-EL, FW6AX-EL.
ATF FZ
7. Insert the dipstick and install the securing bolt.
8—11 N·m {82—112 kgf·cm, 71—97 in·lbf}
Automatic Transaxle Fluid (ATF) Adjustment [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Automatic Transaxle Fluid (ATF) Replacement [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]Rear Stabilizer Control Link Inspection
1. Remove the rear stabilizer control link..
2. Inspect for bending or damage. If there is any malfunction, replace the rear
stabilizer control link.
3. Rotate the ball joint stud 10 times and shake it side to side 10
times.
4. Measure the ball-joint rotational torque using an Allen wrench ...
Essential Information
Introduction
Be extremely careful and prevent injury to yourself and others or damage to your
vehicle when using this manual for inspection and maintenance.
If you are unsure about any procedure it describes, we strongly urge you to have
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Front Seat Side Cover Removal/Installation
WARNING:
Handling a side air bag improperly can accidentally operate (deploy) the
air bag, which may seriously injure you. Read the service warnings in the Workshop
Manual before handling the front seat (side air bag integrated)..
If the sliding mechanisms on both sides are ...