1. Inspect for bending and damage.
If there is any malfunction, replace the tie rod.
2. Inspect for excessive play.
If there is any malfunction, replace the tie rod.
3. Swing the tie rod five times.
4. Measure the swing torque of the tie rod using a pull scale.

If not within the specification, replace the tie rod.
0.4—4.0 N·m {4.1—40 kgf·cm, 3.6—35 in·lbf} [Pull scale reading: 8—80 N {0.9—8.1 kgf, 2—17 lbf}]
Tie Rod End Replacement
Torque SensorSide Air Bag Sensor [Standard Deployment Control System]
Purpose
The side air bag sensor detects an impact during a lateral collision.
Function
The side air bag sensor converts the detected impact to an electrical signal.
Construction
The side air bag sensor is built into the crash sensor.
Two side air bag sensors ...
Variable Valve Timing Mechanism
Outline
Achieves optimum valve timing according to the driving conditions by the
variable valve timing mechanism changing the phases of the camshaft.
An electric type variable valve timing mechanism on the intake side and a
hydraulic pressure type on the exhaust side has been ad ...
Door Lock Switch Inspection
Driver's Side
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the door lock switch..
3. Verify that the continuity is as indicated in the table.
If the continuity is not as indicated in the table, replace the door lock
switch.
Passenger's Side
1. Disconnec ...