ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
PROCEDURE
1. INSPECT FOR COOLANT LEAK
HINT:
(a) Visually check the engine water pump assembly.
(1) Check that engine coolant is not dripping from the engine water pump assembly.
HINT:
(b) Inspect the area around the engine water pump assembly.
HINT:
Check for deposits around the drain plug of the engine water pump assembly.
(1) Rotate the crankshaft pulley and align the water pump pulley hole with the drain plug. Text in Illustration
HINT:
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(2) Wrap a thin paper towel around an L-shaped tool such as a hexagon wrench, and insert it into the water pump pulley hole. Text in Illustration
HINT:
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(3) Move the hexagon wrench as shown in the illustration, and press the paper towel against the engine coolant (solid matter) adhered to the drain plug or the edge of the drain plug, and check the condition of the paper towel. Text in Illustration
HINT:
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2. INSPECT WATER PUMP ASSEMBLY
(a) Remove the V-ribbed belt.
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(b) Turn the water pump pulley and check that the water pump bearing moves smoothly and quietly. If necessary, replace the engine water pump assembly. |
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(c) Install the V-ribbed belt.
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Removal
REMOVAL
CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
NOTICE:
When disconnecting the steering intermediate shaft assembly and pinion shaft
of steering gear assembly, be sure to place matchmarks before servicing.
PROCEDURE
1. PLACE FRONT WHEELS FACING STRAIGHT AHEAD
2. SECUR ...
Camshaft Position "A" Actuator Circuit (Bank 1) (P0010)
DESCRIPTION
The Variable Valve Timing (VVT) system adjusts the intake valve timing to improve
driveability. The engine oil pressure turns the VVT controller to adjust the valve
timing.
The camshaft timing oil control valve assembly is a solenoid valve an ...
Removal
REMOVAL
PROCEDURE
1. REMOVE FRONT WIPER ARM HEAD CAP
(a) Using a screwdriver, remove the 2 front wiper arm head caps as shown
in the illustration.
Text in Illustration
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Protective Tape
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