WARNING:
Never remove the cooling system cap or loosen the radiator drain plug while the engine is running, or when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding engine coolant and steam may shoot out and cause serious injury. It may also damage the engine and cooling system.
Turn off the engine and wait until it is cool. Even then, be very careful when removing the cap. Wrap a thick cloth around it and slowly turn it counterclockwise to the first stop. Step back while the pressure escapes.
When you are sure all the pressure is gone, press down on the cap using the cloth, turn it, and remove it.
Depending on the vehicle, the cooling fan may operate suddenly even when the ignition is off. Therefore, keep hands and tools away from the cooling fan even if the cooling fan is not operating to prevent injury to personnel or damage to the cooling fan. Always disconnect the negative battery cable when servicing the cooling fan or parts near the cooling fan.
Cooling System Cap
Cooling SystemEngine Mount
Purpose, Function
The engine mount secures the engine and transaxle to the vehicle body, reducing
vibration and noise.
Construction
The three points at the engine front (No.3 engine mount), one side of the
transaxle (No.1 engine mount), and the rear upper part of the transa ...
Front Beltline Molding Removal/Installation
CAUTION:
Affix protective tape to the position shown in the figure.
1. Fully open the front door glass.
2. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver and then detach clips A in the
direction of arrow (1) shown in the figure.
3. Pull up the front side of front beltline molding ...
Electric Power Steering (Eps) Motor
Purpose, Function
The EPS motor is driven by the control current from the EPS CM (control module)
and generates assist torque to manual steering mechanism.
Construction
The EPS motor is installed to the steering column with an integrated EPS
CM.
The EPS motor is a b ...