Driving tips
Basic OperationsRemoval
1. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY
TERMINAL
2. REMOVE HEATED OXYGEN SENSOR (for Bank 1
Sensor 2) (See page EC-38)
3. REMOVE TAIL EXHAUST PIPE ASSEMBLY
(a) Remove the 2 bolts.
(b) Disconnect the 4 exhaust pipe supports and remove
the tail exhaust pipe assembly.
(c) Remove the gas ...
Checking tires
Check if the treadwear indicators are showing on the tires. Also check
the tires for uneven wear, such as excessive wear on one side of the
tread. Check the spare tire condition and pressure if not rotated.
New tread
Worn tread
Treadwear indicator
The location of treadwear indicator ...
Inspection
1. INSPECT PRELOAD
(a) Using SST(s) and a torque wrench, check the initial
torque within the backlash range.
SST 09326-20011
Torque: 0.9 to 1.4 N*m (9 to 14 kgf*cm, 8.0 to
12.4 in.*lbf)
HINT:
Use a torque wrench with a fulcrum length of 160
mm (6.30 in.).
(b) Using SST(s) and a torque w ...