Repair Instructions
GENERAL INFORMATIONBASIC REPAIR HINT
a. Use fender, seat and floor covers to keep the vehicle clean and prevent damage.
b. During disassembly, keep parts in the appropriate order to facilitate reassembly.
c. Observe the following operations:
(1) Before performing electrical work, disconnect the negative (-) terminal cable from the battery.
(2) If it is necessary to disconnect the battery for inspection or repair, always disconnect the negative (-) terminal cable which is grounded to the vehicle body.
(3) To prevent damage to the battery terminal, loosen the cable nut and raise the cable straight up without twisting or prying it.
(4) Clean the battery terminals and cable ends with a clean shop rag. Do not scrape them with a file or other abrasive objects.
(5) Install the cable ends to the battery terminals with the nut loose, and tighten the nut after installation. Do not use a hammer to tap the cable ends onto the terminals.
(6) Be sure the cover for the positive (+) terminal is properly in place.
d. Check hose and wiring connectors to make sure that they are secure and correct.
e. Non-reusable parts
(1) Always replace cotter pins, gaskets, O-rings and oil seals etc. with new ones.
(2) Non-reusable parts are indicated in the component illustrations by the "*" symbol.
f. Precoated parts
Precoated parts are bolts and nuts, etc. that are coated with a seal lock adhesive at the factory.
(1) If a precoated part is retightened, or loosened or caused to move in any way, it must be precoated with the specified adhesive.
(2) When reusing precoated parts, clean off the old adhesive and dry with compressed air. Then apply the specified seal lock adhesive to the bolt, nut or threads.
(3) Precoated parts are indicated in the component illustrations by the "*" symbol.
g. When necessary, use a sealer on gaskets to prevent leaks.
h. Carefully observe all specifications for bolt tightening torques. Always use a torque wrench.
i. Use of Special Service Tools (SST) and Special Service Materials (SSM) may be required, depending on the nature of the repair. Be sure to use SST and SSM where specified and follow the proper work procedure. A list of SST and SSM can be found in Preparation.
j. To pull apart electrical connectors, pull the connector itself, not the wires.