Purpose/Function
The hood is constructed with a large space between the front end of the hood and the engine to absorb an impact.
Construction
The hood stiffener positioned at the front end of the hood is shaped so that it collapses easily during an impact. In addition, there is an impact absorbing space which facilitates impact absorption.
The large space between the hood and the engine facilitates impact absorption.

Front Outer Handle Removal/Installation
Hood AdjustmentPCM Inspection
Without Using the M-MDS
NOTE:
Because the PCM uses a waterproof connector, the inspection for the voltage/wave
pattern cannot be performed. The following values are for reference.
Terminal voltage table (Reference)
Terminal
Signal
C ...
Controller Area Network (Can) Outline
The Electric Power Steering (EPS) control module sends and receives data
to and from other modules via the CAN..
Data sent
EPS status
Power steering malfunction indicator light on request
Steering angle
Data received
Vehicle speed
Engine spe ...
Theft-Deterrent System
If the theft deterrent system detects an inappropriate entry into the vehicle,
which could result in the vehicle or its contents being stolen, the alarm alerts
the surrounding area of an abnormality by sounding the horn and flashing the hazard
warning lights.
The system will not function unle ...