1. Remove the radiator cap (A), wet the seal with
engine coolant, then install it on the pressure tester
(B) (commercially available).
2. Apply a pressure of 93-123 kPa
(0.95-1.25 kgf/cm2, 14-18 psi)
1. Drain the engine coolant.
2. Remove the alternator.
3. Remove the condenser fan shroud assembly.
4. Remove the A/C compressor without disconnecting
the A/C hoses (see step 34).
5. Remove the in
Rod Bearing Clearance Inspection
1. Remove the oil pump.
2. Remove the baffle plates (see step 7).
3. Remove the connecting rod cap and bearing half.
4. Clean the crankshaft rod journal and bearing half
with a clean shop towel.
5. Place plastigage across the rod journal.
6. Reinstall the bearin
1. Remove the front wheels.
2. Remove the splash shield (see step 21).
3. Remove the drive belt.
4. Remove the cylinder head cover.
5. Set the No.1 piston at top dead center (TDC). The
punch mark on the variable valve timing control
(VTC) actuator and the punch mark on the exhaust
camshaft sproc