Checking and replacing the radiator cap Caution: Do not open the radiator cap when the engine is hot, as The coolant is under pressure and may spill out. After the coolant has cooled down, cover the cap with a cloth and slowly open it. 1. Place the radiator...
Checking the level and topping up the coolant Caution: When adding coolant, be careful not to get coolant on the connectors, relay box and other electrical components. Cover the components with protective film before pouring. 1. Make sure the coolant level in the...
Checking and changing engine oil Attention: Before checking the oil level, stop the engine and wait at least 3 minutes. Examination 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and turn off the engine. 2. Remove the oil level dipstick and check the quantity...
Oil filter replacement Replacement interval: every 20,000 km* In severe operating conditions - every 10,000 km. 1. Remove the oil filter using an oil filter wrench. 2. Apply engine oil to the seal of the new oil filter. Check the contact...
Oil pressure measurement 1. Install a tachometer (see ch. Engine management system ). 2. Unscrew the low oil pressure warning light switch and install the oil pressure gauge (special tool). 3. Start the engine and warm it up until the radiator...
Cleaning, checking and adjusting the spark gap of spark plugs 1. Check the spark plugs as follows and adjust or replace if necessary: Check spark gaps Check electrode contamination Check for soot Check for cracks in the center electrode insulator. 2. If the electrodes are badly...
Compression pressure test 1. Warm up the engine until the radiator fan runs twice. 2. After warming up, turn off the engine. 3. To turn off the fuel pump, remove fuse No. 1 (15A) from the fuse box located in the passenger compartment. 4. Start...
Checking and adjusting the tension of the steering pump belt Attention: When checking the belt tension, check for damage and replace the belt if necessary. If you are installing a new belt, adjust the tension, start the engine, wait 5 minutes, and then re-adjust. 1. Check the...
Valve clearance adjustment Attention. The crankshaft pulley bolt has a right hand thread. When turning the crankshaft counterclockwise using the pulley bolt, the bolt may loosen. After finishing work, tighten the crankshaft pulley bolt (16x1.5mm)...
Check of rocker arms of inlet valves assy Hand check 1. Remove the valve cover. See below for valve cover installation. 2. Press with your finger on the center rocker of the inlet valve (for high speeds) intake valve and check that it moves independently of the...
VTEC e/valve check 1. Remove the e/valve in gathering from a head of cylinders and check up the inlet filter on obstruction. If the filter is clogged with dirt, change the engine oil filter and change the engine oil. 2. If the intake...