Play inspection
1. With the wheels in the straight-ahead position, start the engine.
2. Turn the steering wheel to the left and right gently, then verify that the steering wheel play is within the specification.
0—30 mm {0—1.1 in}
Looseness, Excessive Play Inspection
1. Inspect the steering wheel for looseness or excessive play in the axial direction of the shaft and four locations around the steering wheel.
If there is any malfunction, inspect the following, and repair or replace the applicable part.
Column bearing wear
Looseness of the steering wheel installation part
Looseness of the column installation area
Excessive play in the intermediate shaft joint
Excessive play in the steering gear
Steering Force Inspection
1. Verify that the equipped tire size and tire air pressure is as specified.
2. With the vehicle on a hard, level surface, put the wheels in the straight-ahead position.
3. Remove the driver-side air bag module..
WARNING:
Handling the air bag module improperly can accidentally operate (deploy) the air bag module, which may seriously injure you.Read the service warnings and cautions before handling the air bag module..
4. Start the engine and idle it.
5. Verify that the power steering malfunction indicator light is not illuminated or flashing.
6. Inspect the steering torque using a torque wrench.
If it exceeds the reference value, inspect the steering gear and linkage..
7.8 NВ·m {80 kgfВ·cm, 69 inВ·lbf} or less
NOTE:
Comparing another vehicle of the same model under the same conditions is an acceptable inspection method.
The steering torque varies with the conditions indicated below.
Road conditions: Such as dry, wet, asphalt, or concrete
Tire condition: Such as brand, wear, and tire pressure
Air Bag Module And Pre Tensioner Seat Belt Deployment Procedures [Standard Deployment
Control System]
WARNING:
A live (undeployed) air bag module or pre-tensioner seat belt may accidentally
operate (deploy) when it is disposed of and cause serious injury. Do not dispose
of a live (undeployed) air bag module or pre-tensioner seat belt. If the SSTs
(Deployment tool and Adapter harness ...
Engine Coolant Leakage Inspection
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.
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Differential Oil Temperature Sensor Removal/Installation
WARNING:
Hot differential oil may cause severe burns. Do not perform maintenance while
differential oil is hot.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Disconnect the differential oil temperature sensor connector.
3. Remove the differential oil temperature sensor.
4. ...