WARNING:
A hot engine and exhaust system can cause severe burns. Turn off the engine and wait until they are cool before removing the exhaust system.
CAUTION:
Do not allow flammable objects such as the taping for bundling wiring harness to come into contact with the exhaust manifold and silencer.
NOTE:
If penetrant lubricating spray penetrates the airflow hole of the HO2S, it could cause interference with the HO2S function.
When removing the HO2S, wrap a rag around the lower position so that penetrant lubricating spray does not get sprayed into the airflow hole.


1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Lift up the vehicle.
3. Remove the floor under cover. (vehicles with floor under cover).
4. Remove the insulator and brace bar. (2WD).
5. Disconnect the HO2S connector.
6. Remove the clip A from the bracket.

7. Remove the clip B.
8. Remove the HO2S using the SST
.

9. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2 S) Inspection
Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2 S)Seat Belt Inspection
Belt
1. Verify that the belt is installed properly with no twists or kinks.
2. Verify that there is no damage to the seat belt and no deformation of the
metal fittings.
If there is any malfunction, replace the seat belt.
ELR (Emergency Locking Retractor)
Except rear center seat b ...
Engine Oil Level Inspection
1. Position the vehicle on level ground.
2. Warm up the engine.
3. Stop the engine and allow at least 5 min before continuing.
4. Remove the dipstick, wipe it cleanly, and reinstall it fully.
5. Remove the dipstick and verify that the oil level is between the F and L marks
on the dipstick. ...
Oil Control Valve (OCV)
Purpose, Function
The OCV switches the oil passage to the hydraulic variable valve timing actuator
to control the opening/closing period of the exhaust valve.
Construction
The OCV is installed to the exhaust camshaft cap (No.1).
The OCV consists of a spool valve wh ...