Engine Mechanical 2.5L SOHC: General Description: Caution

Wear working clothing, including a cap, protective goggles, and protective shoes during operation.
Remove contamination including dirt and corrosion before removal, installation or disassembly.
Keep the disassembled parts in order and protect them from dust or dirt.
Before removal, installation or disassembly, be sure to clarify the failure. Avoid unnecessary removal, installation, disassembly, and replacement.
Be careful not to burn your hands, because each part in the vehicle is hot after running.
Be sure to tighten fasteners including bolts and nuts to the specified torque.
Place shop jacks or safety stands at the specified points.
Before disconnecting electrical connectors of sensors or units, be sure to disconnect negative terminal from battery.
All parts should be thoroughly cleaned, paying special attention to the engine oil passages, pistons and bearings.
Rotating parts and sliding parts such as piston, bearing and gear should be coated with oil prior to assembly.
Be careful not to let oil, grease or coolant contact the timing belt, clutch disc and flywheel.
All removed parts, if to be reused, should be reinstalled in the original positions and directions.
Bolts, nuts and washers should be replaced with new ones as required.
Even if necessary inspections have been made in advance, proceed with assembly work while making rechecks.
Remove or install engine in an area where chain hoists, lifting devices, etc. are available for ready use.
Be sure not to damage coated surfaces of body panels with tools or stain seats and windows with coolant or oil. Place a cover over fenders, as required, for protection.
Prior to starting work, prepare the following:
Service tools, clean cloth, containers to catch coolant and oil, wire ropes, chain hoist, transmission jacks, etc.
Lift-up or lower the vehicle when necessary. Make sure to support the correct positions.