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.
Large diameter portion (near point A): 0.15 mm {0.006 in} max.
Small diameter portion (near point B): 0.20 mm {0.008 in} max.
Tie-rod End Inspection
1. Inspect the tie-rod end for damage and the boot for cracks.
If there is any malfunction, replace the tie-rod end.
2. Inspect for excessive play.
If there is any malfunction, replace the tie-rod end.
3. Rotate the ball joint 5 times
.
4. Install two nuts to the ball joint and measure the tie-rod end rotational torque using a torque wrench.
If not within the specification, replace the tie-rod end.
0.5—3.0 N·m {5.1—30 kgf·cm, 4.5—26 in·lbf}
Tie rod Inspection
1. Inspect for bending and damage.
If there is any malfunction, replace the tie rod.
2. Inspect for excessive play.
If there is any malfunction, replace the tie rod.
3. Swing the ball joint 10 times
.
4. Measure the ball joint swing torque using a pull scale.
If it exceeds the specification, replace the tie rod.
0.4—4.0 N·m {4.1—40 kgf·cm, 3.6—35 in·lbf}
[Pull scale reading 0.6—29.3 N {0.06—2.98 kgf, 0.14—6.58 lbf}]
Seat Weight Sensor Inspection [Two Step Deployment Control System]
CAUTION:
If any of the following work is performed, perform the seat weight sensor
inspection using the M-MDS.
Removal of the passenger-side seat
Loosening and retightening of passenger’s seat fixing bolts
Or, the vehicle is involved in a collision
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Control System Personalization Features Setting Procedure
1. Connect the M-MDS to the DLC-2.
2. After the vehicle is identified, select the following items from the initial
screen of the M-MDS.
When using the IDS (laptop PC)
Select the “Module Programming”.
Select the “Programmable Parameters”.
3. Select ...
Decoration Panel Removal/Installation
1. Remove the following parts:
a. Passenger-side front scuff plate.
b. Passenger-side front side trim.
c. Glove compartment.
d. Passenger-side lower panel.
2. Remove the screw.
3. Pull the decoration panel in the direction of the arrow (1), (2) shown in
the figure, while remove the hoo ...