Remove the rotor (A).
Inspect the rotor shaft for scoring, and inspect the bearing journal surface in the drive-end housing (B) for seizure marks:
If either the rotor or the drive-end housing is damaged, replace the alternator.
If both the rotor and the drive-end housing are OK, go to step 10.
Remove the rear bearing (A) using the puller as shown.
Use a hand press to install a new rear bearing (A). Apply pressure only on the inner race to avoid damaging the bearing.
Remove the front bearing retainer plate (A).
Drive out the front bearing with a brass drift (A) and a hammer.
Playing a Disc
To Play a CD
All models except Sp
To load or play CDs, the ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or the
ON(II) position.
You operate the CD player with the same controls used for the rad ...
Fuel Recommendation
Your vehicle is designed to operate on unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number
of 87 or higher. Use of a lower octane gasoline can cause a persistent, heavy metallic
rapping noise that can lea ...
Handling the Unexpected
Flat Tire
● Park in a safe location and repair the flat
tire with the compact spare tire*, or using
the tire repair kit* in the cargo area.
Indicators Come On
● Identify the indicat ...