1. Remove the thermostat..
2. Visually check that the thermostat valve is closed.
3. Place the thermostat in water.
WARNING:
During inspection, the thermostat and water are extremely hot and can cause severe burns. Do not touch the thermostat and water.
4. Heat the water and check the following.
Opening temperature and valve lift
If there is a malfunction, replace the thermostat.
80.5—83.5 °C {177—182 °F}
95 °C {203 °F}
8.5 mm {0.33 in} or more
Cooling Fan Relay
Thermostat Removal/InstallationAccelerator Pedal Position (App) Sensor Inspection
Voltage Inspection
NOTE:
Because the APP sensor is integrated in the accelerator pedal, replacing
the APP sensor includes replacement of the accelerator pedal.
1. Connect the M-MDS to the DLC?2.
2. Switch the ignition ON (engine off or on).
3. Verify that the APP sensor output ...
Hydraulic Variable Valve Timing Actuator Inspection
WARNING:
A hot engine can cause severe burns. Turn off the engine and wait until it
is cool before servicing.
CAUTION:
Do not disassemble the hydraulic variable valve timing actuator because it
is a precision unit.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Rem ...
Side Step Molding Removal/Installation
1. Set the rear over fender aside..
2. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver shown in the figure and remove
the clip A in the direction of arrow (1).
3. Slide the side step molding in the direction of the arrow (2) shown in the
figure and remove clips B from side step molding.
4. ...