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}
Seat Warmer Control Unit 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/cautions
in the Workshop Manual before handling the front seat (side air bag integrated)..
1. Switch the ignition off (LOCK).
2. ...
Map Light Inspection
Front Map Light
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the front map light..
3. Verify that the continuity between the front map light terminals is as indicated
in the table.
If not as indicated in the table, replace the front map light or front map
light bulb ...
Side Step Molding Removal/Installation
1. Set the rear over fender aside..
2. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver shown in the figure and remove
the clip A in the direction of arrow (1).
3. Slide the side step molding in the direction of the arrow (2) shown in the
figure and remove clips B from side step molding.
4. ...