Measure the length of both brushes (A) with a vernier caliper:
If either brush is shorter than the service limit, replace the brushes, go to step 20.
If brush length is OK, go to step 21.
Alternator Brush Length
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Standard (New): |
23 mm (0.91 in) |
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Service Limit: |
18 mm (0.71 in) |
Unsolder the brush leads from the voltage regulator/brush holder assembly with a 100 W soldering iron (A), then replace the brushes.
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
■ Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the battery is not being charged.
■ What to do when the indicator comes on
Turn off the heating and cooling* system, rear defogg ...
Selecting a Child Seat
When buying a child seat, you need to choose either a conventional child seat,
or one designed for use with the lower anchors and tethers for children (LATCH)
system.
Conventional child seats mus ...
Side Vent
Click here for an interactive version of this procedure (driver's,
passenger's).
NOTE: Take care not to scratch the dashboard or its related parts.
Pull the upper portion (A) of the s ...