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 surface for scoring and excessive wear.
Before installing the O-rings, wrap the shaft splines with tape to prevent O-ring damage.
Lubricate all parts with ATF during assembly.
Install the conical spring washer, the idler gear, and the 31 x 50 mm thrust washer in the direction shown.
Replace the locknut and the conical spring washer with new ones when assembling the transmission. The locknut has left-hand threads.
Check the axial clearance of 1st gear and 2nd gear.
Inspect the condition of the sealing rings. If the sealing rings are worn, distorted, or damaged, replace them.
Tailgate
All models except Canadian DX
The tailgate will lock or unlock when you lock or unlock the driver’s door by
using the key, the lock tab on the driver’s door, the master door lock switch or
th ...
Valve Inspection
Remove the valves.
Measure the valve in these areas.
Intake Valve Dimensions
A Standard (New):
27.85пјЌ28.15 mm (1.0965пјЌ1.108 ...
Winter Tires
If driving on snowy or frozen roads, mount all season marked “M+S” tires,
snow
tires, or tire chains; reduce speed; and maintain sufficient distance between
vehicles
when driving.
Be part ...