Part 3
INTRODUCTION: REPAIR INSTRUCTION: PRECAUTION; 2013 MY FR-S [03/2012 -] (Continued)
10. HEADLIGHT INSPECTION OR MAINTENANCE
(a) When the headlight dimmer switch assembly is set to head, do not touch the discharge headlight high-voltage socket area.
NOTICE:
When performing inspection or maintenance, the discharge headlight precautions must be followed.
(b) When the headlights are illuminated, do not cover the headlights for 3 minutes or more.
NOTICE:
As the headlight's outer lens is made of resin, the resulting heat created when covering the headlight for an extended period of time may deform the headlight.
11. SET HOOD SUPPORT ROD
(a) When performing inspections or general maintenance, use the hood support rod in its normal attachment position A.
NOTICE:
When performing inspections or general maintenance, do not remove the hood support rod.
(b) When it is necessary to open the hood subassembly further to remove the engine, etc., set the hood support rod in attachment position B, as shown in the illustration.
12. FOR VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH TRACTION CONTROL (TR(A)C) AND VEHICLE STABILITY CONTROL (VSC) SYSTEMS
When testing with a 2-wheel drum tester such as a speedometer tester, a combination speedometer and brake tester, or a chassis dynamometer, or when jacking up the front wheels and turning the wheels, perform the following procedure to enter inspection mode and disable the TR(A)C and VSC systems Service Precautions.
HINT
* The vehicle may slip unexpectedly out of the dynamometer because of TR(A)C and VSC operation.
* Pressing the VSC OFF switch does not disable TR(A)C and VSC operation completely.
NOTICE:
* Make sure that the VSC OFF indicator light will come on.
* Secure the vehicle with chains for safety.
13. PRECAUTIONS FOR TOWING REAR WHEEL DRIVE VEHICLES
(a) Use one of the following methods to tow the vehicle.
(b) If the vehicle has trouble with the chassis or drivetrain, use method 1 (flatbed truck).
NOTICE:
* Do not use any towing method other than those shown above.
* If a collision occurs when traveling with the towing hook attached, it is not possible to make appropriate determinations regarding the collision. Accordingly, remove the towing hook after towing.
(c) If a tow truck is not available, in an emergency the vehicle may be temporarily towed using a cable or chain secured to the emergency towing eyelet(s).
This should only be attempted on hard surfaced roads for distances of less than 30 km, and at speeds below 30km/h (19 mph).
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes. The vehicle's wheels, drivetrain, axles, steering and brakes must be in good condition.
NOTICE:
If the towing speed or distance exceeds the above limits, or the vehicle is towed in a backward direction with the wheels on the ground, the drivetrain or vehicle may be damaged.
(1) Emergency towing procedure
1 Turn the ignition switch ON.
2 Depress the brake pedal and move the shift lever to N.
3 Release the parking brake.
4 Release the brake pedal slowly.
NOTICE:
* Use extreme caution when towing the vehicle. Avoid sudden starts or erratic driving maneuvers which place excessive stress on the emergency towing eyelet and the cables or chains.
* Do not turn off the ignition switch. Turning off the ignition switch may result in engagement of the steering lock, resulting in a hazardous situation or accident.
(d) The towing methods shown below are dangerous and can damage the vehicle, so do not use them.
(1) Do not tow the vehicle with only 2 wheels on the ground.
CAUTION:
If the vehicle is towed with only the front wheels on the ground, the steering may move, causing the vehicle to become unstable.
NOTICE:
If the vehicle is towed with only the rear wheels on the ground, the drivetrain may overheat and be damaged.
(2) Do not use a sling-type towing method either from the front or rear.
NOTICE:
If a sling-type tow truck is used, damage may occur to the vehicle body.
14. FOR VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CATALYTIC CONVERTER
CAUTION:
If a large amount of unburned gasoline or gasoline vapors flow into the converter, it may cause converter overheating and create a fire hazard. To prevent this, observe the following precautions:
(a) Use only unleaded gasoline.
(b) Avoid performing unnecessary spark tests.
(1) Perform a spark test only when absolutely necessary. Perform this test as rapidly as possible.
(2) While testing, never race the engine unless instructed.
(c) Avoid a prolonged engine compression measurement. Engine compression measurements must be performed as rapidly as possible.
(d) Do not run the engine when the fuel tank is nearly empty. This may cause the engine to misfire and create an extra load on the converter.