Intermittent Failures
The term "intermittent failure" means a system may
have had a failure, but it checks OK now. If the
malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) on the dash does not
come on, check for poor
Electronic Control System
The functions of the fuel and emission control systems are managed by the
powertrain control module (PCM).
Self-diagnosis
The PCM detects a failure of a signal from a sensor
Exploded View
Oil Pump Removal
1. Turn the crankshaft pulley so its top dead center
(TDC) mark (A) lines up with the pointer (B).
2. Remove the oil pan.
3. Remove and discard the oil pump chain tensioner.
4. To hold the rear balancer shaft, insert a 6 mm pin
driver (A) into the maintenance hole
1. Apply the parking brake.
2. In cold weather, turn off all
electrical accessories to reduce
the drain on the battery.
3. Make sure the shift lever is in
Park. Press on the brake pedal.
4. Without touching the accelerator
pedal, turn the ignition key to the
START (III) position. Do not