1. Remove the battery cover..
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Remove the battery component. (ex: battery, battery tray and PCM component)(See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.0, MZR 2.5].)
4. Remove the aerodynamic under cover No.2..
5. Drain the oil from the transaxle..
6. Disconnect the neutral switch connector and remove the neutral switch.
7. Install the neutral switch (with a new gasket) to the transaxle case.
20—29 N·m {2.1—2.9 kgf·m, 15—21 ft·lbf}
8. Install the battery component. (ex: battery, battery tray and PCM component)(See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.0, MZR 2.5].)
9. Install the battery cover..
10. Add the specified amount and type of oil..
11. Install the aerodynamic under cover No.2..
Steering Gear And Linkage Inspection
Steering Rack Inspection
1. Inspect for cracking, damage, and tooth wear.
If there is any malfunction, replace the steering rack.
2. Measure the steering rack warp.
If it exceeds the maximum specification, replace the steering rack.
Steering rack runout
Large ...
Underbody Maintenance
Road chemicals and salt used for ice and
snow removal and solvents used for dust
control may collect on the underbody. If
not removed, they will speed up rusting
and deterioration of such underbody parts
as fuel lines, frame, floor pan, and exhaust
system, even though these parts may be
coate ...
Tire and Loading Glossaries
General Wheel and Tire Terms
Accessory Weight
The combined weight (in excess of those items replaced) of
items available as factory installed equipment.
Bead
The inner edge of a tire that is shaped to fit to the rim and form
an air tight seal. The bead is constructed of steel wires w ...