Belt
1. Verify that the belt is installed properly with no twists or kinks.
2. Verify that there is no damage to the seat belt and no deformation of the metal fittings.
If there is any malfunction, replace the seat belt.
ELR
Except 5HB (rear center seat belt)
1. Verify that the belt can be pulled out smoothly, and that it retracts smoothly.
If there is any malfunction, replace the seat belt.
2. Verify that the retractor locks when the belt is pulled quickly.
If there is any malfunction, replace the seat belt.
3. Remove the retractor.
4. While pulling the seat belt out, make sure that the seat belt does not lock when the retractor is tilted slowly up to 15°
from the mounted position and locks when the retractor is tilted 40° or more.
If there is any malfunction, replace the seat belt.
5HB (rear center seat belt)
CAUTION:
The rear center seat belt ELR only becomes operable after a certain amount of belt webbing is pulled out. For the ELR inspection, fasten the rear center seat belt to the rear buckle (center) and perform the inspection after pulling out the rear center seat belt 130 mm {5.12 in} (ELR operable condition). If the inspection is performed while the ELR is not in an operable condition, the integrity of the system cannot be determined.
1. Fasten the rear center seat belt to the rear buckle (center) and pull out the rear center seat belt 130 mm {5.12 in}
.
2. Verify that the belt can be pulled out smoothly, and that it retracts smoothly.
If there is any malfunction, replace the seat belt.
3. Verify that the retractor locks when the belt is pulled quickly.
If there is any malfunction, replace the seat belt.
4. Remove the rear center seat belt retractor.
5. While pulling the seat belt out, make sure that the seat belt does not lock when the retractor is tilted slowly up to 15°
from the mounted position and locks when the retractor is tilted 40° or more.
If there is any malfunction, replace the seat belt.
ALR
1. Pull the belt out fully to change the lock mode from ELR to ALR.
2. Verify that retractor makes a clicking sound as the belt slowly retracts. If no sound is heard, the lock mode has not changed to ALR. If necessary, repeat Step 1.
If there is any malfunction, replace the seat belt.
3. Verify that the retractor locks when pulled.
If there is any malfunction, replace the seat belt.
4. Verify that the lock mode changes to ELR when the belt is fully pulled out.
If there is any malfunction, replace the seat belt.
Load Limiter Retractor
WARNING:
When the load limiter operates, the belt and anchor rub against each other strongly leaving wear tracks. If the seat belt is used in this state, the seat belt will not function at its full capability and there is the possibility of serious injury to passengers. Be sure to replace the seat belt once the load limiter operates.
1. If the vehicle has been subjected to a shock in an accident, pull the belt from the retractor and confirm that there are no wear tracks (the load limiter has not operated) by visually inspecting and feeling the belt.
If there is any malfunction, replace the seat belt.
Steering Wheel And Column Removal/Installation [Without Advanced Keyless Entry
And Push Button Start System]
WARNING:
Handling the air bag module improperly can accidentally operate (deploy)
the air bag module, which may seriously injure you. Read the service warnings
before handling the air bag module..
1. Remove the driver-side front scuff plate..
2. Remove the driver-side front sid ...
Wheel Alignment Pre Inspection
1. Park the vehicle on a level ground, in an unloaded condition*, and with the
wheels straight forward.
*: Unloaded condition.....Fuel tank is full. Engine coolant and engine oil are
at specified level. Spare tire, jack and tools are in designated position.
2. Inspect the tire pressure.
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Brake/Clutch Fluid
Inspecting Brake/Clutch Fluid Level
WARNING
If the brake/clutch fl uid level is low, have
the brakes inspected:
A low brake/clutch fl uid level is
dangerous.
A low level could indicate brake lining
wear or a brake system leak which
could cause the brakes to fail and lead ...