General Repair Notes and Instructions
GENERAL REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS1. Use fender, seat and floor covers to keep the Vehicle clean and prevent damage.
2. During disassembly, keep parts in the appropriate order to facilitate reassembly.
3. Observe the following:
a. Before performing electrical work, disconnect the negative (-) terminal cable from the battery.
b. If it is necessary to disconnect the battery for inspection or repair, always disconnect the cable from the negative (-) terminal which is grounded to the vehicle body.
c. To prevent damage to the battery terminal post, loosen the terminal nut and raise the cable straight up without twisting or prying it.
d. Clean the battery terminal posts and cable terminals with a clean shop rag. Do not scrape them with a file or other abrasive objects.
e. Install the cable terminal to the battery post with the nut loose, and tighten the nut after installation. Do not use a hammer to tap the terminal onto the post.
f. Be sure the cover for the positive (+) terminal is properly in place.
4. Check hose and wiring connectors to make sure that they are secure and correct.
5. Non -reusable parts
a. Always replace cotter pins, gaskets, O-rings and oil seals etc. with new ones.
b. Non-reusable parts are indicated in the component illustrations by a "DIAMOND" symbol.
6. Precoated parts
Precoated parts are bolts and nuts, etc. that are coated with a seal lock adhesive at the factory.
a. f a precoated part is retightened, loosened or caused to move in any way, it must be recoated with the specified adhesive.
b. 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.
c. Precoated parts are indicated in the component illustrations by a "STAR" symbol.
7. When necessary, use a sealer on gaskets to prevent leaks.
8. Carefully observe all specifications for bolt tightening torques. Always use a torque wrench.
9. 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.
10. When replacing fuses, be sure the new fuse has the correct amperage rating. DO NOT exceed the rating or use one with a lower rating.
11. To pull apart electrical connectors, pull on the connector itself, not the wires.
12. Care must be taken when jacking up and supporting the vehicle. Be sure to lift and support the vehicle at the proper locations.
a. If the vehicle is to be jacked up only at the front or rear end, be sure to block the wheels at the opposite end in order to ensure safety.
b. After the vehicle is jacked up, be sure to support it on stands. It is extremely dangerous to do any work on a vehicle raised on a jack alone, even for a small job that can be finished quickly.