General Information: Towing: General

• How To Use This Information
  • Maintenance, Repair And Servicing Explanations
  • On-Vehicle Service
  • Service Procedures
  • Definition Of Terms
    • Standard Value
    • Limit
    • Reference Value
    • Danger, Warning, And Caution
    • Tightening Torque Indication
    • Special Tool Note
    • Abbreviations
    • Explanation Of Manual Contents
• Troubleshooting Guidelines
  • Verify The Complaint
  • Determine Possible Causes
  • Find The Problem
  • Repair The Problem
  • Verify The Repair
• How To Use Troubleshooting/Inspection Service Points
  • Troubleshooting Contents
    • Notes
    • 1. Standard Flow Of Diagnostic Troubleshooting
    • 2. System Operation And Symptom Verification Tests
    • 3. Diagnostic Function
    • 4. Diagnostic Trouble Code Chart
    • 5. Symptom Chart
    • 6. Diagnostic Trouble Code Procedures
    • 7. Symptom Procedures
    • 8. Service Data Reference Table
    • 9. Check At Ecu Terminals
    • Terminal Voltage Checks
    • Terminal Resistance And Continuity Checks
    • 10. Inspection Procedures Using An Oscilloscope
  • How To Use The Inspection Procedures
    • Notes
    • Harness Inspection
    • Measures To Take After Replacing The Ecu
  • Connector Measurement Service Points
    • Notes
    • If Inspecting With The Connector Connected < Waterproof Connectors >
    • If Inspecting With The Connector Connected < Ordinary (Non-Waterproof) Connectors >
    • If Inspecting With The Connector Disconnected
  • Connector Inspection Service Points
    • Visual Inspection
    • Connector Pin Inspection
    • Connector Engagement Inspection
  • How To Cope With Intermittent Malfunctions
    • Notes
    • To Cope With Intermittent Malfunction;
    • Simulation Tests
  • Inspection Service Points For A Blown Fuse
• Vehicle Identification
  • Vehicle Identification
    • Vehicles Identification Number Location
    • Vehicle Identification Code Chart Plate
    • Vehicle Identification Number List
      • Vehicles For USA
      • Vehicles For CANADA
  • Vehicle Identification Code Plate
    • Notes
    • Tire And Loading Information Placard
    • Vehicle Safety Certification Label
    • Engine Model Stamping
    • Theft Protection
• Precautions Before Service
  • Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
  • How To Perform Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Writing
    • Notes
    • Writing Procedure
  • Initialization Procedure For Learning Value In MFI Engine
    • Notes
    • Initialization Procedure
  • Learning Procedure For Idling In MFI Engine
    • Purpose
    • Learning Procedure
  • Servicing Electrical System
  • Vehicle Washing
  • Application Of Anti-Corrosion Agents And Undercoats
  • Scan Tool (Multi Use Tester {Mut-III} Sub Assembly)
• Towing And Hoisting
  • Wrecker Towing Recommendation
    • Front Towing Pickup < Fwd >
    • Front Towing Pickup < AWD >
    • Rear Towing Pickup < Fwd >
    • Towing When Keys Are Not Available
    • Safety Precautions
  • Lifting, Jacking Support Location
    • Floor Jack
    • Post Type
• General Data And Specifications
  • Notes
  • General Specifications
    • < A/T >
    • < M/T >
• Tightening Torque
  • Notes
  • Standard Bolt And Nut Tightening Torque
  • Flange Bolt And Nut Tightening Torque
• Lubrication And Maintenance
  • Notes
  • Maintenance Schedules
  • Severe Service
  • Engine Oil
  • Lubricants And Greases
  • Fuel Usage Statement
  • Gasoline Containing Alcohol
  • Gasoline Containing Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether (MTBE)
  • Materials Added To Fuel
• Recommended Lubricants And Lubricant Capacities Table
  • Recommended Lubricants
  • Lubricant Capacity Table
  • Lubricant Selection
    • Engine Oil
    • Oil Viscosity
  • Selection Of Coolant
    • Coolant
• Scheduled Maintenance Table
  • Scheduled Maintenance Service For Emission Control And Proper Vehicle Performance
  • General Maintenance Service For Proper Vehicle Performance
  • Scheduled Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions
• Maintenance Service
  • 1. Fuel System (Tank, Pipe Line And Connection, And Fuel Tank Filler Tube Cap) (Check For Leaks)
  • 2. Fuel Hoses (Check Condition)
  • 3. Air Cleaner Element (Replace)
  • 4. Evaporative Emission System (Except Evaporative Emission Canister) (Check For Clogging)
  • 5. Spark Plugs (Replace)
  • 6. Intake And Exhaust Valve Clearance (Inspect And Adjust)
  • 7. Timing Belt (Replace)
  • 8. Drive Belt (For Generator, Water Pump, Power Steering Oil Pump) (Check Condition)
  • 9. Exhaust System (Connections Portion Of Muffler, Muffler Pipes And Converter Heat Shields) (Check And Service As Required)
  • 10. Engine Oil (Change)
  • 11. Engine Oil Filter (Replace)
    • Notes
    • Engine Oil Filter Selection
    • Oil Filter Replacement
  • 12. Manual Transaxle Oil
    • Checking Transaxle Oil Level
    • Transaxle Oil Replacement
  • 13. Transmission Fluid
    • Checking Transmission Fluid Level
    • Change Transmission Fluid
  • 14. Transfer Oil
    • Checking transfer oil level
    • Change transfer oil
  • 15. Engine Coolant (Change)
    • Notes
    • Change Coolant
  • 16. Coolant Hoses (Radiator Hose, Heater Hose) (Inspect)
  • 17. Disc Brake Pads (Inspect For Wear)
  • 18. Brake Hoses (Check For Deterioration Or Leaks)
  • 19. Ball Joint And Steering Linkage Seals (Inspect For Grease Leaks And Damage)
  • 20. Drive Shaft Boots (Inspect For Grease Leaks And Damage)
  • 21. Suspension System (Inspect For Looseness And Damage)
  • 22. Rear Axle Oil (Check Oil Level)
    • Rear Differential Oil Check
  • 23. Tires (Rotate)
  • 24. Air Filter (Replace)
• Main Sealant And Adhesive Table