Play Inspection
1. With the wheels in the straight-ahead position, start the engine.
2. Turn the steering wheel to the left and right gently, then verify that the steering wheel play is within the specification.
0—30 mm {0—1.18 in} (When hydraulic operating)
Looseness, Excessive Play Inspection
1. Inspect the steering wheel for looseness or excessive play in the axial direction of the shaft and four locations around the steering wheel.

If there is any malfunction, inspect the following, and repair or replace the applicable part.
Column bearing wear
Looseness of the steering wheel installation part
Looseness of the column installation area
Excessive play of the steering shaft joint
Excessive play of the steering gear
Steering Force Inspection
1. Verify that the equipped tire size and tire air pressure is as specified.
2. With the vehicle on a hard, level surface, put the wheels in the straight-ahead position.
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..
3. Remove the air bag module..
4. Start the engine and idle it.
5. Verify that the EHPAS warning light does not illuminate.
6. Inspect the steering force using a torque wrench.

If not within the specification, verify the following:
No air in steering system
No fluid leakage at hose or connectors
Function of oil pump and steering gear
7.8 N·m {80 kgf·cm, 69 in·lbf} or less
NOTE:
Comparing another vehicle of the same model under the same conditions is an acceptable inspection method.
The steering force varies with conditions indicated below.
Road conditions: Such as dry, wet, asphalt, or concrete
Tire condition: such as brand, wear, and tire pressure
Steering Shaft Inspection
Steering Wheel And Column Removal/Installation [With Advanced Keyless Entry
And Push Button Start System]Variable Tumble Shutter Valve Switch Inspection [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
Voltage Inspection
NOTE:
The variable tumble shutter valve switch cannot be removed as a single unit.
When replacing the variable tumble shutter valve switch, replace it together
with the intake manifold as a single unit.
1. Connect the M-MDS to the DLC–2.
2. Switch the ...
Accessory Socket Removal/Installation
Front
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the upper panel..
3. Remove the shift lever knob. (MTX).
4. Remove the selector lever knob. (ATX).
5. Remove the shift panel.
6. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
1
Socket
(See Socket Rem ...
Vehicle Loading
WARNING
Do not tow a trailer with this vehicle:
Towing a trailer with this vehicle is dangerous because it has not been
designed to tow a
trailer and doing so will aff ect the drive system which could result in
vehicle damage.
This section will guide you in the proper l ...