CAUTION:
Variable valve timing actuator cannot be disassembled because it is a precision unit.
1. Remove the battery cover..
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
3. Remove the charge air cooler..
4. Remove the ignition coils..
5. Disconnect the ventilation hose from the cylinder head cover..
6. Remove the cylinder head cover..
7. Inspect the variable valve timing actuator for damage around the stopper pin cap (A), or a missing stopper pin cap (B), spring and stopper.
If no parts are damaged or missing, go to the next step.
If any parts are damaged or missing, replace the variable valve timing actuator..
CAUTION:
If any parts are damaged or missing, remove the front cover to inspect the timing and oil pump chains and all related components for damage as a result of lost parts. Replace components if necessary.
If the lost parts cannot be located in the timing chain area, it will be necessary to remove the oil pan to retrieve them.
8. Turn the crankshaft clockwise so that the notches on the variable valve timing actuator can be checked.
9. Turn the camshaft counterclockwise to align the notches on the variable valve timing actuator.
10. With the notches aligned, turn the camshaft clockwise 30 degrees.
11. Verify the notches again.
A: If the notches are not aligned, replace the variable valve timing actuator..
B: If the notches are aligned, there is no problem with the variable valve timing actuator.
NOTE:
In some rare cases, the timing chain tensioner ratchet lock may get stuck, which will require the removal of the engine front cover.
12. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Steering Switch Removal/Installation
WARNING:
Handling the air bag module improperly can accidentally deploy the air bag
module, which may seriously injure you. Read the air bag system service warnings
and cautions before handling the air bag module..
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait for 1 min or mo ...
Recording of Vehicle Data
This vehicle is equipped with a computer which records the following main
vehicle data
related to vehicle controls, operation, and other driving conditions.
Recorded data
Vehicle conditions such as engine speed and vehicle speed
Driving operation conditions such as accelerator and brake pe ...
Cup Holder
WARNING
Never use a cup holder to hold hot
liquids while the vehicle is moving:
Using a cup holder to hold hot
liquids while the vehicle is moving is
dangerous. If the contents spill, you
could be scalded.
Do not put anything other than cups or
drink cans in cup hold ...