When a malfunction is not confirmed by the DTC check, troubleshooting should be carried out in all circuits considered to be possible causes of the problem. In many cases, by carrying out the basic engine check shown in the following flowchart, the location of the problem can be found quickly and efficiently. Therefore, using this check is essential when engine troubleshooting.
1 CHECK BATTERY VOLTAGE
| NOTICE: Carry out this check with the engine stopped and ignition switch off. |
Result 


2 CHECK WHETHER ENGINE CRANKS

3 CHECK WHETHER ENGINE STARTS

4 CHECK AIR FILTER
(a) Visually check that the air filter is not excessively contaminated with dirt or oil.


5 CHECK IDLING SPEED
(a) Check the idling speed (See page EM-2).


6 CHECK FUEL PRESSURE
(a) Check the fuel pressure (See page FU-7).


7 CHECK FOR SPARKS
(a) Check for sparks (See page ES-217).


PROCEED TO PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
Check for intermittent problems
RegistrationInstallation
1. INSTALL FRONT AXLE ASSEMBLY LH
(a) Install the 2 bolts, nuts and front axle assembly LH
with the 2 bolts and nuts to the shock absorber
assembly front LH.
Torque: 230 N*m (2,350 kgf*cm, 170 ft.*lbf)
NOTICE:
Only when reusing the bolts and nuts, apply
the small amount of engine oil ...
Noise Occurs
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
1 NOISE CONDITION
Check in which direction the noise comes from (front left
or right, or rear left or right).
Check in which direction the noise comes from.
OK:
The location of the noise source can be
determined
2 CHECK SPEAKERS
Check the installation cond ...
Removal
1. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY
TERMINAL
2. REMOVE ENGINE UNDER COVER NO.1
3. DRAIN AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID
(a) Remove the drain plug and gasket, and drain the
ATF.
(b) Install a new gasket and the drain plug.
Torque: 49 N*m (500 kgf*cm, 36 ft.*lbf)
4. REMOVE AUTOMATIC TRANSA ...