Purpose, Function
Engine oil is filtered by passing engine oil through the oil filter element.
Construction
The oil filter is installed on the right side surface of the cylinder block.
A spin-on type (full-flow type) oil filter has been adopted.

The bypass valve is equipped as a detour if the oil filter element becomes clogged.

Oil Filter Replacement
Oil Jet ValveWarning Sound is Activated
Lights-On Reminder
If lights are on and the ignition is switched to ACC or the ignition is switched
off, a continuous beep sound will be heard when the driver's door is opened.
NOTE
• When the ignition is switched to ACC,
the “Ignition Not Switched Off (STOP) Warning Beep” ove ...
Air Bag System Warning Alarm [Two Step Deployment Control System]
Purpose
The air bag system warning alarm notifies the driver that a malfunction occurred
in the air bag system instead of the air bag system warning light.
Function
If a malfunction occurs in the air bag system while the air bag system warning
light cannot illuminate, the a ...
Power Windows
The ignition must be switched ON for the power windows to operate.
WARNING
Make sure the opening is clear before closing a window:
Closing power windows are dangerous. A person's hands, head, or even neck could
be caught by the window and result in serious injury or even death. This warning ...