General Information: Identification: General

• How To Use This Manual
  • Maintenance, Repair And Servicing Explanations
  • On-Vehicle Service
  • Service Procedures
  • Definition Of Terms
    • Standard Value
    • Limit
    • Reference Value
    • Danger, Warning, And Caution
    • Tightening Torque Indication
    • Special Tool Note
  • Abbreviations
• Troubleshooting Guidelines
  • Verify The Complaint
  • Determine Possible Causes
  • Find The Problem
  • Repair The Problem
  • Verify The Repair
• How To Use Troubleshooting/Inspection Service Points
  • Troubleshooting Contents
  • How To Use The Inspection Procedures
    • Notes
    • Current Trouble
    • Past Trouble
    • Harness Inspection
    • Measures To Take After
      • Replacing The Pcm, ECM Or Ecu
      • Connector Measurement Service Points
      • If Inspecting With The Connector Connected < Waterproof Connectors >
      • If Inspecting With The Connector Connected < Ordinary (Non-Waterproof) Connectors >
      • If Inspecting With The Connector Disconnected < When Inspecting A Female Pin >
      • If Inspecting With The Connector Disconnected < When Inspecting A Male Pin >
  • Connector Inspection Service Points
    • Visual Inspection
    • Connector Pin Inspection
    • Connector Engagement Inspection
  • How To Cope With Intermittent Malfunctions
  • Inspection Service Points For A Blown Fuse
  • How To Treat Current Trouble
  • How To Treat Past Trouble
• INTERSYSTEM Affiliated DTC Reference Table
• Vehicle Identification
  • Vehicle Identification Number Location
    • Notes
    • Vehicle Identification Code Chart Plate
    • Vehicle Identification Number List
      • Vehicles For USA
        • Vehicles For Federal Emission Regulation
        • Vehicles For CALIFORNIA Emission Regulation
      • Vehicles For CANADA
  • Vehicle Information Code Plate
    • Notes
    • Tire And Loading Information Placard
    • Engine Model Stamping
    • Theft Protection
• Precautions Before Service
  • Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
  • How To Perform Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Writing
    • Notes
    • VIN Code Registration Procedure For ECM < M/T > Or Pcm < A/T >
    • VIN Code REGISTERATION Procedure For ETACS-Ecu.
  • Initialization Procedure For Learning Value In MFI Engine
    • Notes
    • Initialization Procedure
  • Learning Procedure For Idling In MFI Engine
    • Purpose
    • Learning Procedure
    • Initialization Procedure For ETV
  • Servicing Electrical System
  • Vehicle Washing
  • Application Of Anti-Corrosion Agents And Undercoats
  • Scan Tool (Mut-III Sub Assembly)
• Towing And Hoisting
  • Wrecker Towing Recommendation
  • Front Towing Pickup
  • Rear Towing Pickup
  • Towing When Keys Are Not Available
    • Notes
    • Safety Precautions
  • Lifting, Jacking Support Location
    • Floor Jack Caution
    • Post Type
• General Data And Specifications
  • General Specifications
• Tightening Torque
• Lubrication And Maintenance
  • Notes
  • Maintenance Schedules
  • Severe Service
  • Engine Oil
  • Lubricants And Greases
  • Fuel Usage Statement
  • Gasoline Containing Alcohol
  • Gasoline Containing Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether (MTBE)
  • Materials Added To Fuel
• Recommended Lubricants And Lubricant Capacities Table
  • Recommended Lubricants
  • Lubricant Capacity Table
  • Lubricant Selection
    • Engine Oil
    • Oil Viscosity
    • Coolant
• Scheduled Maintenance Table
  • Scheduled Maintenance Service For Emission Control And Proper Vehicle Performance
  • General Maintenance Service For Proper Vehicle Performance
  • Scheduled Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions
• Maintenance Service
  • 1. Fuel System (Tank, Pipe Line And Connection, And Fuel Tank Filler Tube Cap) (Check For Leaks)
  • 2. Fuel Hoses (Check Condition)
  • 3. Air Cleaner Filter (Replace)
  • 4. Evaporative Emission System (Except Evaporative Emission Canister) (Check For Clogging)
  • 5. Spark Plugs (Replace)
  • 6. Intake And Exhaust Valve Clearance (Inspect And Adjust)
    • < 2.4L Engine >
    • < 3.8L Engine >
  • 7. Timing Belt (Replace)
    • Notes
    • < 2.4L Engine >
    • < 3.8L Engine >
  • 8. Drive Belts (For Generator, Power Steering Pump And Air Conditioning) (Check)
    • Drive Belt Tension Check < 2.4L Engine >
    • Generator Drive Belt Tension Check < 3.8L Engine >
      • When Using Scan Tool MB991958
      • When Using The Tension Gauge
      • Belt Deflection Check
    • Generator Drive Belt Tension Adjustment
    • Power Steering Drive Belt Tension Check
      • When Using Scan Tool MB991958
      • When Using A Tension Gauge
      • Belt Deflection Check
  • 9. Exhaust System (Connections Portion Of Muffler, Muffler Pipes And Converter Heat Shields) (Check And Service As Required)
  • 10. Engine Oil (Change)
  • 11. Engine Oil Filter (Replace)
    • Notes
    • Engine Oil Filter Selection
    • Oil Filter Replacement
  • 12. Manual Transmission Oil
    • Transmission Oil Level Check
    • Transmission Oil Replacement
  • 13. Transmission Fluid
    • Transmission Fluid Check
    • Transmission Fluid Change
  • 14. Engine Coolant (Change)
    • Notes
    • Changing Coolant
  • 15. Coolant Hoses (Radiator Hose, Heater Hose) (Inspect)
  • 16. Disc Brake Pads, Rotors (Inspect For Wear)
  • 17. Brake Hoses (Check For Deterioration Or Leaks)
  • 18. Ball Joint And Steering Linkage Seals (Inspect For Grease Leaks And Damage)
  • 19. Drive Shaft Boots (Inspect For Grease Leaks And Damage)
  • 20. Suspension System (Inspect For Looseness And Damage)
  • 21. Tires (Rotate)
• Main Sealant And Adhesive Table