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Inspection |
[On vehicle inspection] |
1. |
Accelerate the engine to about 3,000 rpm 3 times or more. |
2. |
Remove the spark plug. |
3. |
Check the spark plug visually.
If the electrode is dry, the spark plug is normal.
If the electrode is wet, check the damage and electrode gap as below. |
[Component Inspection] |
1. |
Check the spark plug for any damage on its thread and insulator.
If there is damage, replace the spark plug. |
2. |
Check the electrode. Measure the insulation resistance with an ohmmeter.
If the resistance is less than the specified value, adjust the electrode gap.
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3. |
Check the spark plug electrode gap.
If the gap is greater than the maximum, replace the spark plug.
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Cleaning |
[1st Method] |
1. |
Start the engine and keep the engine running at idle for 2 minutes. |
2. |
Step on the accelerator pedal and hold it steady at 4500 rpm
with the shift lever in N position to warm up the engine until the
temperature of the engine coolant reaches 80°C. |
3. |
Keep the engine running at 2500~3000 rpm in the N position for 15 minutes. |
[2nd Method] |
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1. |
Start the engine and keep the engine running at idle for 2 minutes. |
2. |
Drive the vehicle for over 20 minutes, keeping the engine speed above 3500 rpm.
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Removal |
1. |
Remove the ignition coil.
(Refer to Ignition System - "Ignition Coil") |
2. |
Using a spark plug wrench, remove the spark plug (A).
[Bank 1]
[Bank 2] |
Installation |
1. |
Install in the reverse order of removal.
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Brake Line Repair procedures
Removal
1.
Remove the wheel & tire.
2.
Remove the brake hose clip (A).
Front
Rear
3.
Disconnect the brake tube by loosening the tube flare nut.
Tightening torque :
12.7 ~ 16.7 N ...
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Trouble symptomProbable causeRemedyHard steeringImproper front wheel alignmentRepairExcessive turning resistance of lower arm ball jointReplaceFlat tireAdjustNo power assistRepair ...
Fluid Repair procedures
Service Adjustment Procedure
Oil level Check
A check of ATF level is not normally required during
scheduled services. If an oil leak is found, perform the oil level chec ...