1. Support the engine with a jack and wood block
under the oil pan.
2. Remove the power steering (P/S) fluid reservoir
from the holder.
3. Remove the upper torque rod.
4. Remove the ground cable (A
NOTE:
Keep the cam chain away from magnetic fields.
Before this procedure, check that the variable valve
timing control (VTC) actuator is locked by turning the
VTC actuator counterclockwise. If not locked, turn the
VTC actuator clockwise until it stops, then recheck it.
If it is still not loc
1. Remove the steering column covers.
2. Disconnect the dashboard wire harness 8P
connector (A) from the wiper/washer switch (B).
3. Remove the two screws, then slide out the wiper/
washer switch.
4. Inspect the connector terminals to be sure they are
all making good contact.
If the terminals a