Remove the oil pump.
Measure the connecting rod end play with a feeler gauge (A) between the connecting rod (B) and the crankshaft (C).
Connecting Rod End Play
Standard (New): |
0.15пјЌ0.35 mm (0.006пјЌ0.013 in) |
Service Limit: |
0.40 mm (0.015 in) |
If the connecting rod end play is beyond the service limit, install a new connecting rod, and recheck. If it is still beyond the service limit, replace the crankshaft.
To check crankshaft end play, push the crankshaft firmly away from the dial indicator by prying, and zero the dial against the end of the crankshaft. Then pull the crankshaft firmly back toward the indicator by prying; the dial reading should not exceed the service limit.
Crankshaft End Play
Standard (New): |
0.10пјЌ0.35 mm (0.0039пјЌ0.0138 in) |
Service Limit: |
0.45 mm (0.0177 in) |
If the end play is beyond the service limit, replace the thrust washers, and recheck. If it is still beyond the service limit, replace the crankshaft.
VSA® (Vehicle Stability Assist), aka ESC (Electronic Stability Control),
System
VSA® helps to stabilize the vehicle during cornering if the vehicle turns
more or less
than what was intended. It also assists in maintaining traction on slippery
surfaces.
It does so by regu ...
Fuel and Emissions System Description - Electronic Control System
Electronic Control Systems
The functions of the fuel and emission control systems are managed by the
engine control module (ECM) on vehicles with manual transmissions or the
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Shift Lever Housing Replacement (M/T)
NOTE: Take care not to scratch the center console, dashboard, and related
parts.
Remove the center console.
Remove the harness clamps (A).
Remove the lock pin ...