Part 2

INTRODUCTION: REPAIR INSTRUCTION: PRECAUTION

8. WHEN INSPECTING HEADLIGHT

(a) When the headlights are illuminated, do not cover the headlights for 3 minutes or more.

NOTICE:
* When the headlight dimmer switch assembly is set to HEAD, do not touch the high-voltage socket area of the discharge headlight.
* As the outer lens of the headlight is made of resin, the resulting heat created when covering the headlight for an extended period of time may deform the headlight.

Text in Illustration

9. FOR VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH TRACTION CONTROL (TRC) AND VEHICLE STABILITY CONTROL (VSC) SYSTEMS

When testing with a 2-wheel drum tester such as a speedometer tester, a combination speedometer and brake tester, or a chassis dynamometer, or when jacking up the front wheels and turning the wheels, perform the following procedure to enter inspection mode and disable the TRC and VSC systems Test Mode Procedure.

HINT
* The vehicle may slip unexpectedly out of the dynamometer because of TRC and VSC operation.
* Pressing the VSC OFF switch (for vehicles with a VSC OFF switch) does not disable TRC and VSC operation completely.

NOTICE:
* Make sure that the VSC warning light is blinking.
* Secure the vehicle with chains for safety.

10. WHEN SERVICING ACTIVE TORQUE CONTROL 4WD VEHICLES

(a) WHEN USING A SPEEDOMETER TESTER

NOTICE:
* Inspection should be done using the front wheels.
* Do not brake or accelerate suddenly.
* Maximum vehicle speed must be less than 60 km/h (37 mph) (when using free rollers to support the rear wheels, vehicle speed must be less than 50 km/h (31 mph)).
* Driving time should be less than 1 minute.
* Follow all usage and safety procedures in the operator's manual for the speedometer tester.

(1) Place the front wheels onto the rollers.

(2) Enter inspection mode to disable TRC and VSC control.

(3) Place the rear wheels on free rollers or use safety stands to allow the rear wheels to rotate freely.

(4) Secure the vehicle with suitable chains or straps.

(5) Start the engine, and then measure the vehicle speed while increasing the speed gradually with the shift lever in D.

(6) After the test is finished, decrease the speed gradually, and then stop the vehicle.

(b) WHEN USING A BRAKE TESTER

NOTICE:
* A high-speed type brake tester cannot be used.
* Vehicle speed should be less than 0.5 km/h (0.3 mph).
* Follow all usage and safety procedures in the operator's manual for the brake tester.

(1) Place the wheels to be tested (front or rear) onto the rollers.

(2) Move the shift lever to N.

(3) Start the engine to allow normal brake booster operation.

(4) Operate the brakes to perform the test.

(c) WHEN USING A CHASSIS DYNAMOMETER

(1) Enter inspection mode to disable TRC and VSC control.

(2) Follow the instructions shown in the illustration.

NOTICE:
* Do not brake or accelerate suddenly.
* Confirm that the vehicle is securely immobilized.
* Follow all usage and safety procedures in the operator's manual for the chassis dynamometer.
* Be sure to follow the instructions specified in the illustration. Failure to do so may cause deterioration of 4WD system function, malfunction of drivetrain components and risk of the vehicle jumping off the dynamometer.

(d) WHEN USING AN ON-VEHICLE BALANCER

(1) Raise the vehicle until all 4 wheels are off the ground.

(2) Support the vehicle with safety stands at an appropriate height. Make sure that vehicle does not lean in any direction, and that the tires are completely clear of the floor.

(3) Place the vibration pick-up unit into position for the wheel to be measured*1.

(4) Release the parking brake.

(5) Check that no dragging force exists when turning each wheel by hand.

(6) Put the wheel balancer in position.

(7) Wheel balance measurement should be done by using both the engine and the wheel balancer drive roller to spin the wheels.

HINT
*1: Different on-vehicle wheel balancers have different requirements for mounting the vibration pick-up unit(s). Refer to the operator's manual for the wheel balancer to confirm requirements for use.

NOTICE:
* Start the engine and then increase the vehicle speed gradually with the shift lever in D.
* Do not accelerate or decelerate suddenly.
* Deceleration should be done by braking gradually.
* Make sure that no one is standing in-line with the spinning wheels.
* Measurement should be done quickly.
* Confirm that the vehicle is securely immobilized.
* Follow all usage and safety procedures in the operator's manual for the wheel balancer.

11. PRECAUTIONS FOR TOWING REAR WHEEL DRIVE VEHICLES

(a) Use one of the following methods to tow the vehicle.

(b) If the vehicle has trouble with the chassis or drivetrain, use method 1 (flatbed truck).

NOTICE:
Do not use any towing method other than those shown above.

(c) If a tow truck is not available, in an emergency the vehicle may be temporarily towed using a cable or chain secured to the emergency towing eyelet(s).

This should only be attempted on hard surfaced roads for distances of less than 80 km, and at speeds below 30km/h (19 mph).

A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes. The vehicle's wheels, drivetrain, axles, steering and brakes must be in good condition.

NOTICE:
If the towing speed or distance exceeds the above limits, or the vehicle is towed in a backward direction with the wheels on the ground, the drivetrain or vehicle may be damaged.

(1) Emergency towing procedure

1 Turn the ignition switch to ON.

2 for Manual Transmission:

Depress the brake pedal and move the transmission shift lever to neutral.

3 for Automatic Transmission:

Depress the brake pedal and move the transmission shift lever to N.

4 Release the parking brake.

5 Release the brake pedal slowly.

NOTICE:
* Use extreme caution when towing the vehicle. Avoid sudden starts or erratic driving maneuvers which place excessive stress on the emergency towing eyelet and the cables or chains.
* Do not turn off the ignition switch. Turning off the ignition switch may result in engagement of the steering lock, resulting in a hazardous situation or accident.

(d) The towing methods shown below are dangerous and can damage the vehicle, so do not use them.

(1) Do not tow the vehicle with only 2 wheels on the ground.

CAUTION:
If the vehicle is towed with only the front wheels on the ground, the steering may move, causing the vehicle to become unstable.

NOTICE:
If the vehicle is towed with only the rear wheels on the ground, the drivetrain may overheat and be damaged.

(2) Do not use a sling-type towing method either from the front or rear.

NOTICE:
If a sling-type tow truck is used, damage may occur to the vehicle body.

13. FOR VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CATALYTIC CONVERTER

CAUTION:
If a large amount of unburned gasoline or gasoline vapors flow into the converter, it may cause converter overheating and create a fire hazard. To prevent this, observe the following precautions:

(a) Use only unleaded gasoline.

(b) Avoid idling the engine for more than 20 minutes.

(c) Avoid performing unnecessary spark tests.

(1) Perform a spark test only when absolutely necessary. Perform this test as rapidly as possible.

(2) While testing, never race the engine unless instructed.

(d) Avoid a prolonged engine compression measurement. Engine compression measurements must be performed as rapidly as possible.

(e) Do not run the engine when the fuel tank is nearly empty. This may cause the engine to misfire and create an extra load on the converter.

14. IGNITION SWITCH EXPRESSION

HINT
The type of ignition switch used on this model differs according to the specifications of the vehicle. The expressions listed in the table below are used in this section.