Before installing the steering gearbox, make sure that no grease is on the mating surface of the steering gearbox and the front subframe. To prevent the gearbox mounting bolts from loosening after the installation, remove any grease from the bolt holes.
Install the pinion shaft grommet (A). Align the lug portion (B) in the pinion shaft grommet to the steering gearbox.
Place the steering gearbox (A) on the front subframe (B).
Loosely install the stiffener plates (C), and new gearbox mounting bolts, then tighten the bolts to the specified torque in the sequence shown.
Turn the lip of the pinion shaft grommet to ease installation.
Adding Engine Oil
Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap on the valve cover. Pour in the oil
slowly and carefully so you do not spill any. Clean up any spills immediately. Spilled
oil could damage components ...
Driving with the Paddle Shifters (Sport only)
Using the Paddle Shifters in D position (D-Paddle Shift Mode)
When you are driving in D position, you can shift the transmission up or down
manually with the paddle shifters.
To shift up or down ...
Dust and Pollen Filter
On models with A/C
This filter removes the dust and pollen that is brought in fromthe outside through
the heating and cooling system.
Have your dealer replace the filter when this service is indic ...