1. Inspect the tie-rod end for damage and the boot for cracks.
If there is any malfunction, replace the tie-rod end.
2. Inspect for excessive play.
If there is any malfunction, replace the tie-rod end.
3. Rotate the tie-rod end five times.
4. Install two nuts to the ball joint and measure the tie-rod end rotational torque using a torque wrench.

If not within the specification, replace the tie-rod end.
0.5—2.1 N·m {5.1—21 kgf·cm, 4.5—18 in·lbf}
Steering Shaft Inspection
Tie Rod End ReplacementPID/Data Monitor Inspection [Blind Spot Monitoring (Bsm)]
1. Connect the M-MDS to the DLC-2.
2. After the vehicle is identified, select the following items from the initialization
screen of the M-MDS.
a. Select “DataLogger”.
b. Select “Modules”.
c. Select “BSML” or “BSMR”.
3. Select the applicable PID from the PID table.
4. Ve ...
Front Seat Cushion Trim Removal/Installation
WARNING:
Handling a side air bag improperly can accidentally operate (deploy) the
air bag, which may seriously injure you. Read the service warnings/cautions
in the Workshop Manual before handling the front seat (side air bag integrated)..
If the sliding mechanisms on both side ...
R 3 5 Brake [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Purpose/Function
The R-3-5 brake operates in 3GR, 5GR and in reverse to lock the reduction
internal gear against rotation.
Construction
The R-3-5 brake consists of the following parts shown in the figure.
The driven plate of the R-3-5 brake does not rotate be ...