Engine Lubrication System (Except For HEV): General Description: Caution
- Prior to starting work, pay special attention to the following:
- Always wear work clothes, a work cap, and protective shoes. Additionally, wear a helmet, protective goggles, etc. if necessary.
- Protect the vehicle using a seat cover, fender cover, etc.
- Prepare the service tools, clean cloth, containers to catch grease and oil, etc.
- Prepare a container and cloth when performing work which oil possibly spills. If oil spills, wipe it off immediately to prevent from penetrating into floor or flowing out for environmental protection.
- Vehicle components are extremely hot immediately after driving. Be wary of receiving burns from heated parts.
- When performing a repair, identify the cause of trouble and avoid unnecessary removal, disassembly and replacement.
- Before disconnecting connectors of sensors or units, be sure to disconnect the ground terminal from the battery sensor. (Except for hybrid model)
- Before disconnecting connectors of sensors or units, be sure to disconnect the ground terminal from battery. (Hybrid model)
- Always use the jack-up point when the shop jacks or rigid racks are used to support the vehicle.
- Remove contamination including dirt and corrosion before removal, installation, disassembly or assembly.
- Keep the removed parts in order and protect them from dust and dirt.
- All removed parts, if to be reused, should be reinstalled in the original positions with attention to the correct directions, etc.
- Bolts, nuts and washers should be replaced with new parts as required.
- Be sure to tighten the fasteners including bolts and nuts to the specified torque.
- If the engine oil is spilt over the engine, exhaust pipe or the under cover, completely wipe it off to avoic emission of smoke or causing a fire.
- Follow all government and local regulations concerning disposal of refuse when disposing of oil.
- Always use new application oil during work.