Purpose, Function
Ensures vacuum required for braking force to compensate for the decrease in intake manifold vacuum applied to the power brake unit caused by the retard intake valve closing.
Construction
The vacuum pump is installed to the rear housing.

For smooth vane rotation, a single-vane type vacuum pump has been adopted which is equipped with an engine oil lubrication passage.

Operation
Because the vacuum pump is directly engaged with the exhaust camshaft, the vane in the vacuum pump rotates together with the exhaust camshaft, and the vacuum chamber is expanded and vacuum is generated.

Vacuum generation mechanism

Vacuum Pump Removal/InstallationCoolant Reserve Tank Removal/Installation
1. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
2. Install in the reverse order of removal.
1
Wiring harness
2
Hose
3
Coolant reserve tank
(See Coolant Reserve Tank Removal Note.)
Coolant Reserve Ta ...
Hill Launch Assist (Hla)
Purpose/Function
The hill launch assist (HLA) is a function which assists the driver in accelerating
the vehicle on a slope by activating the traction control solenoid valve in
the DSC HU/CM when the vehicle begins accelerating on a slope, and maintaining/reducing
brake fluid pressur ...
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Precautions
The front and side supplemental restraint systems (SRS) include up to 6 air bags.
Please verify which kinds of air bags are equipped on your vehicle by locating the
“SRS AIRBAG” location indicators. These indicators are visible in the area where
the air bags are installed.
The air bags ar ...