Raise the vehicle on the lift.
A/T model: Remove the shift cable cover.
Support the transmission with a transmission jack and a wood block under the transmission and raise it just enough to free the torque rod, then remove the torque rod.
M/T model
A/T model
Remove the torque rod bracket.
M/T model
A/T model
Install the torque rod bracket.
Install the torque rod (A).
NOTE: Be sure to install the torque rod with the UP'' mark facing up.
M/T model
A/T model
Install the bolt (B) with the tab (C) on the bolt head aligned with the guide (D) on the front subframe, then loosely install a new torque rod mounting bolt (E) and nut (F).
Remove the transmission jack and the wood block from under the transmission.
Tighten the torque rod mounting bolt and nut in the numbered sequence shown.
M/T model
A/T model
A/T model: Install the shift cable cover.
ATF Replacement (A/T)
NOTE: Keep all foreign particles out of the transmission.
Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature (the radiator fan
comes on), and turn the engine off.
Raise the vehic ...
Wear Indicators
The groove where the wear indicator is
located is 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) shallower than
elsewhere on the tire. If the tread has worn so
that the indicator is exposed, replace the tire.
Worn out ti ...
Accessory Power Socket Test/Replacement
NOTE: If the accessory power socket does not work, check the No. 13 (20 A) fuse
in the under-dash fuse/relay box and ground (G502) first.
Remove the dashboard center lower trim.
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