1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Windshield wiper arm and blade.
b. Cowl grille.
c. Rain sensor (with auto light/wiper system).
d. Auto-dimming mirror (with auto-dimming mirror).
e. Rearview mirror (without auto-dimming mirror).
f. A-pillar trim.
g. Sunvisor.
h. Front map light.
i. Assist handle.
3. Set the headliner out of the way.
4. Apply protective tape along the edge of the body.
NOTE:
Overlap and adhere the protective tape to the corners to prevent damage.
5. Remove the windshield molding by pulling it outward.
NOTE:
If the windshield molding is difficult to remove, warm the windshield molding using a hot air blower.
The windshield molding is a replacement part.
Not Reusing Windshield
WARNING:
Using piano wire with bare hands can cause injury. Always wear gloves when using piano wire.
NOTE:
If it is difficult to cut sealant, use piano wire and follow the procedure under “Reusing Windshield”.
1. Cut out the sealant all around the glass using a sealant remover.
2. Remove the windshield.
Reusing Windshield
WARNING:
Using piano wire with bare hands can cause injury. Always wear gloves when using piano wire.
CAUTION:
Because the lens for rainfall/illumination level detection is integrated with the windshield, the auto light/wiper systems may not operate correctly if the lens is damaged. When removing the windshield, be careful not to damage the lens. If the lens is damaged, replace the windshield.
NOTE:
Before removing the windshield from the body, mark the position of the windshield by affixing tape to the windshield and body panel.
1. Avoiding the pin on the inside of the vehicle, insert piano wire which has been cut to sufficient length.
2. Wind each end of piano wire around a bar.
NOTE:
Use a long sawing action to spread the work over the whole length of piano wire to prevent it from breaking due to localized heating.
3. Secure one end of piano wire, and while pulling the other end, cut the sealant around the windshield.
4. Pinch the pin from the inside of the vehicle and detach it.
5. Remove the windshield.
6. If the pin is damaged, remove the pin.
NOTE:
Before removing the pin from the windshield glass, place an alignment mark on the windshield.
Oil Pressure Switch [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Purpose/Function
The oil pressure switch detects the engagement pressures of the low clutch,
2-6 brake, R-3-5 brake, and the high clutch.
The oil pressure switch signal is used for automatic shift control, manual
shift control, TCC control, line pressure control, direct electric ...
Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Inspection
Resistance Inspection
WARNING:
When the engine is hot, it can badly burn. Turn off the engine and wait until
it is cool before removing the ECT sensor.
ECT Sensor No.1
1. Remove the ECT sensor No.1..
2. Place the ECT sensor No.1 in water with a thermometer, and heat the water
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Evaporator Temperature Sensor Inspection [Manual Air Conditioner]
NOTE:
Inspect the evaporator temperature sensor when it is installed to the A/C
unit.
1. Set the fan speed at MAX HI.
2. Set the temperature control at MAX COLD.
3. Set the RECIRCULATE mode.
4. Turn the A/C switch off.
5. Close all doors and windows.
6. Wait for 5 min.
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