1. Park with the driver’s side closest
to the service station pump.
2. Open the fuel fill door by pulling
on the handle located under the
lower left corner of the dashboard.
3. Remove th
Your vehicle’s onboard diagnostic
system will detect a loose or missing
fuel fill cap as an evaporative system
leak. The first time a leak is detected
a ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’ message
1. Park the vehicle, and set the
parking brake. Pull the hood
release handle located under the
lower left corner of the dashboard.
The hood will pop up slightly.
2. Reach in between the ho
Avoid driving through deep water. If
you encounter water in your route (a
small stream or large puddle, for
example), evaluate it carefully before
going ahead. Make sure it is shallow,
flowing slowly, and has firm ground
underneath. If you are not sure of
the depth or the ground, turn
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
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