SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations and the precautions and procedures before doing repairs or service.
Do the battery terminal disconnection procedure.
Models with air conditioning: Recover the A/C refrigerant with a recovery/recycling/charging station, then disconnect the A/C lines from the evaporator core.
When the engine is cool, drain the engine coolant from the radiator.
From the inlet heater hose, remove the clip (A). Slide the hose clamps (B) back, then disconnect the inlet heater hose (C) and the outlet heater hose (D) from the heater unit. Note the layout of the hoses. Engine coolant will run out when the hoses are disconnected; drain it into a clean drip pan. Be sure not to let coolant spill on the electrical parts or the painted surfaces. If any coolant spills, rinse it off immediately.
NOTE: Discard the removed clip (A) because it is unnecessary at the time of heater hose installation.
Remove the mounting nut from the heater unit. Take care not to damage or bend the fuel lines or the brake lines.
Remove the dashboard/steering hanger beam.
Disconnect the connector (A) from the evaporator sensor, and remove the blower resistor wire harness (B).
Replacement (Part -1)
Remove some of the brake fluid from the master cylinder.
Raise and support the vehicle.
Remove the front wheels.
Remove the brake hose mounting bolt (A).
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A/T System Description - Clutches and Gears (A/T)
Clutches and GearsThe five-speed automatic transmission uses
hydraulically-actuated clutches to engage or disengage the transmission
gears. When hydraulic pressure is introduced into the clut ...
Secondary Shaft Disassembly, Inspection, and Reassembly (A/T)
Inspect the thrust needle bearings and the needle bearings for galling
and rough movement.
Inspect the splines for excessive wear and damage.
Check the shaft bearing s ...