Note:
The strut assembly DOES NOT have to be removed from the vehicle to perform the following inspection procedure.
Note:
A light film of oil on the top portion of the strut is normal. DO NOT replace the strut for this condition.
Condition 1
Oil or fluid residue only on the bottom of the strut tube or on other strut components and not originating from the shaft seal, is not a strut related problem. DO NOT replace the strut, look for other external leaks.
Condition 2
Light film/residue on the strut tube, but not on the spring seat and originating from the shaft seal, is a NORMAL condition. DO NOT replace the strut.
Condition 3
Oil drip or trail down the strut tube and originating from the shaft seal, is an ABNORMAL condition. Replace the strut.
Condition 4
Extreme wet film of oil covering the strut tube and pooling in the spring seat and originating from the shaft seal, is an ABNORMAL condition. Replace the strut.
InspectionNote:
The strut assembly DOES NOT have to be removed from the vehicle to perform the following inspection procedure.
Speaker Replacement Reference
Speaker Replacement Reference
Component
Repair Instruction
Front Door Speaker
Radio Front Side Door Speaker Replacement
Front Tweeter Speaker
Radio Windshield Side Garnish Molding Speaker
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Draining Fluids and Oil Filter Removal
Place a drip pan underneath.
Remove the oil filter cap (1).
Remove the oil filter cap seal (2).
Remove and properly dispose of the oil filter insert (3).
Re-install the oil filter cap.
Remove the oil drain bolt.
Drain the engine oil into the drip pan.
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Timing Belt Adjustment
Special Tools
EN-652 Flywheel Holder
EN-6333 Locking Pin
EN-6340 Locking Tool
EN-6628-A Locking Tool
EN-45059 Torque Angle Sensor Kit
For equivalent regional tool, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
Remove the timing belt upper front cover. Refer to Timing Bel ...