MECHANICAL(H4DO) > General Description
CAUTION
• Prior to starting work, pay special attention to the following:
1. Always wear work clothes, a work cap, and protective shoes. Additionally, wear a helmet, protective goggles, etc. if necessary.
2. Protect the vehicle using a seat cover, fender cover, etc.
3. Prepare the service tools, clean cloth, containers to catch grease and oil, etc.
• Vehicle components are extremely hot immediately after driving. Be wary of receiving burns from heated parts.
• When performing a repair, identify the cause of trouble and avoid unnecessary removal, disassembly and replacement.
• Before disconnecting connectors of sensors or units, be sure to disconnect the ground cable from battery.
• Always use the jack-up point when the shop jacks or rigid racks are used to support the vehicle.
• Remove or install the engine in an area where chain hoists, lifting devices, etc. are available for ready use. When lifting up the vehicle, make sure to support the vehicle at the jack-up points.
• Be careful not to let any oil or grease contact the clutch disc or flywheel.
• Remove contamination including dirt and corrosion before removal, installation, disassembly or assembly.
• Keep the removed parts in order and protect them from dust and dirt.
• All removed parts, if to be reused, should be reinstalled in the original positions with attention to the correct directions, etc.
• Rotating parts and sliding parts such as piston, bearing and gear should be coated with oil when being assembled.
• Bolts, nuts and washers should be replaced with new parts as required.
• Be sure to tighten the fasteners including bolts and nuts to the specified torque.
• Always use new application oil during work.
Service mode (models without "keyless access with push-button start system")
In service mode, the remote engine start
function is temporarily disabled to prevent
the system from unexpectedly starting the
engine while being serviced.
To engage or disengage service mode:
1. Enter the vehicle and close all vehicle
doors and the rear gate.
2. Verify that the select le ...
Removal
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Inspection locations after a collision Inspection
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