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 AdjustmentRear Turn Light Bulb Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver into the service hole in the position
shown in the figure.
3. Move the flathead screwdriver in the direction of the arrow (1) shown in the
figure, pull out the service hole cover, and detach the serv ...
Hydraulic Variable Valve Timing Control
Outline
Changes the exhaust valve timing according to engine operation conditions
to improve engine output, fuel economy, and emission performance.
Based on each input signal, the PCM determines the optimum exhaust valve
timing according to the engine operation conditions. The P ...
Selector Lever Inspection
1. Switch the ignition ON (engine off or on).
2. Perform the following procedures to inspect the selector lever.
If there is any malfunction, adjust the selector cable..
a. Verify that the selector lever can be operated as shown in the figure.
b. Verify that the selector lever ...