NOTE:
The stay damper contains colorless, odorless, nontoxic gas.
1. Wear protective eye wear.
2. Position the stay damper horizontally.

3. Drain gas and oil by cutting the position indicated in the figure to a 2—3 mm {0.08—0.11 in}
depth using a metal saw.
CAUTION:
When cutting the stay damper, wear protective eye wear to prevent the gas or oil from getting into your eyes. Otherwise, the force of the gas and oil spraying out could lead to injury.
4. Verify that the gas and oil is drained completely by pulling and pushing the piston rod several times with the cut position facing downward.

5. Cut off the bottom of the stay damper.

6. Dispose of the stay damper.
Rear Outer Handle Removal/Installation
Trunk Board Removal/InstallationJoint Shaft Assembly [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5 (MTX)]
1. Assemble in the order indicated in the table.
1
Bracket
2
Dust seal (RH)
.
3
Bearing
.
4
Dust seal (LH)
.
5
Joint shaft
.
Dust Seal ...
Emission Control System
This vehicle is equipped with an emission control system (the catalytic
converter is
part of this system) that enables the vehicle to comply with existing exhaust
emissions
requirements.
WARNING
Never park over or near anything fl ammable:
Parking over or near anything fl ammable ...
Starter Cut Relay Inspection [MTX]
Advanced Keyless Entry And Push Button Start System Only
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Front scuff plate (LH).
b. Front side trim (LH).
c. Side wall.
d. Console.
3. Set the bonnet release lever out of the way..
4. Remove the lower panel.. ...