WARNING:
A hot transaxle and ATF can cause severe burns. Turn off the engine and wait until they are cool.
Always wear protective eye wear when using the air compressor. If the air compressor is used, any particles of dirt or soiling could spatter and get into the eyes.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the front under cover No.2..
3. Clean the transaxle exterior throughout with a steam cleaner or cleaning solvents.
4. Drain the ATF..
5. Remove the oil pan.
CAUTION:
To avoid damaging the control valve body, if there is a large amount of foreign material at the bottom of the oil pan when the oil pan is removed, replace the oil strainer with a new one.
If there is not a large amount of foreign material at the bottom of the oil pan, the oil strainer does not have to be replaced.
6. Disconnect the ON/OFF solenoid connector.
NOTE:
Disconnect the ON/OFF solenoid connector by pressing the connector tab with your fingers.
7. Remove the ON/OFF solenoid.
8. Install the ON/OFF solenoid.
9—10 N·m {92—101 kgf·cm, 80—88 in·lbf}
9. Connect the ON/OFF solenoid connector.
10. Apply a light coat of silicon sealant (TB1217E) to the contact surfaces of the oil pan and transaxle case.
CAUTION:
Clean any remaining silicone sealant on the contact surface of the transaxle case and oil pan, and degrease the sealant area. Otherwise, oil could leak.
11. Install the oil pan with new bolts before the applied sealant starts to harden.
8—10 N·m {82—101 kgf·cm, 71—88 in·lbf}
12. Install the front under cover No.2..
13. Add the ATF..
14. Connect the negative battery cable..
15. Perform the “Mechanical System Test”..
Electric Power Steering System
Outline
A column assist type EPS has been adopted for all models.
EPS provides smooth handling from low to high speeds as a result of the excellent
steering feel provided by the electronic control and the vehicle-speed responsive
control.
EPS does not require a power ste ...
Brake Fluid Air Bleeding
CAUTION:
Brake fluid will damage painted surfaces. Be careful not to spill any on
painted surfaces. If it is spilled, wipe it off immediately.
NOTE:
Keep the fluid level in the brake fluid reserve tank at 3/4 full or more
during the air bleeding.
Begin air bleedin ...
Air Intake Actuator [Full Auto Air Conditioner]
Purpose
The air intake actuator moves the air intake door in the blower unit to switch
the air intake port.
Function
The air intake actuator drives the motor based on the signal from the climate
control unit and moves the air intake door to the FRESH or REC position.
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