Unscrew and remove the engine oil
fill cap on top of the valve cover.
Pour in the oil slowly and carefully
you do not spill any. Clean up any
spills immediately. Spilled oil could
damage co
Oil is a major contributor to your
engine’s performance and longevity.
Always use a premium-grade 0W-20
detergent oil displaying the API
Certification Seal. This seal indicates
the oil is e
You may use a synthetic motor oil if
it meets the same requirements
given for a conventional motor oil: it
displays the API certification seal,
and it is the proper weight. You must
follow t
If the power door lock system cannot
unlock the tailgate, unlock it
manually.
Place a cloth on the top side of the
cover to prevent scratches, then use
a small flat-tip screwdriver to remove
the cover on the back of the tailgate.
Push the release lever to the lower
right as sho
Inspection
1. Set the dial indicator (A) on the companion flange
(B).
2. Measure the transfer gear backlash.
Standard: 0.06-0.16 mm (0.02-0.06 in.)
3. Secure the transfer housing (A) in a bench vise (B)
with soft jaws. To prevent damage to the transfer
housing, always use soft jaws or equivalent
m