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How to Use This Manual

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL

1. STRUCTURE
Each section consists of SCT that are broken down into SC that are divided into sections for each component. The specification, maintenance and other information for the components are included, and diagnosis information has also been added where necessary.

2. INDEX
The first page has an index with tabs.

3. COMPONENTS




Illustrations are listed for each component. The information necessary for repair work (tightening torque, grease up points, etc.) is described on these illustrations. Information is described using symbol. To order the parts, refer to parts catalogue.

4. SPECIFICATIONS
If necessary, specifications are also included.

5. INSPECTION
Inspections are included to be carried out before and after maintenance.

6. MAINTENANCE




- Maintenance instructions for serviceable parts describes work area and detailed steps with illustration. It also describes the use of special tool, tightening torque, cautions for each procedure.
- If many serviceable parts are included in one service procedure, appropriate reference are provided for each part.

7. DIAGNOSIS
Tables showing a step-by-step process make it easy to conduct diagnosis.

8. SI UNITS
Measurements in these manuals are according to the SI units. Metric and yard/pound measurements are also included. Example:

Tightening torque: 44 N-m (4.5 kgf.m, 33 ft.lb)