'11-13 models
NOTE:
Put on gloves to protect your hands.
Take care not to scratch the door.
Remove the door panel.
Disconnect the power door lock actuator connector, and detach the harness clips.
Remove the plastic cover, as needed.
Raise the glass fully.
Remove the clip securing the pad (A), and release the hooks (B), then remove it.
Install the pad in the reverse order of removal.
When installing the door panel, make sure the plastic cover is installed properly and sealed around its outside perimeter to seal out water.
A/T Differential Backlash Inspection (A/T)
Install the driveshaft and intermediate shaft into the differential
assembly, and place the axles on V-blocks (A).
Measure the backlash of the pinion gears (B) wit ...
Exterior Care
Dust off the vehicle body after you drive.
Regularly inspect your vehicle for scratches on painted surfaces. A scratch on a
painted surface can result in body rust. If you find a scratch, promptly ...
Parking Brake Inspection and Adjustment
Inspection
Pull the parking brake lever (A) with 196 N (20 kgf, 44.1 lbf)
of force to fully apply the parking brake. The parking brake lever should be
locked within the specif ...