ENGINE ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

INSPECT ENGINE COOLANT

1. Remove the reservoir tank cap sub-assembly.

   CAUTION:

   To avoid the danger of being burned, do not remove the reservoir tank cap sub-assembly while the engine and radiator assembly are still hot. Thermal expansion will cause hot engine coolant and steam to blow out from the radiator assembly.

2. Check for any excessive deposit of rust or scale around the reservoir tank cap sub-assembly and radiator filler hole. The engine coolant should be free of oil.

   
   

   • If excessively dirty, replace the engine coolant.

3. Reinstall the reservoir tank cap sub-assembly.

INSPECT ENGINE OIL

1. Check for deterioration, traces of water, discoloring, or thinning. If the quality is visibly poor, replace the oil.

   Oil grade
   API grade CF (Full Synthetic), ACEA A3/B3, SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 is the best choice for your vehicle for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather.

   Note

   
   

   • Only use full synthetic motor oil.

   • Do not use mineral motor oil.

   • The use of the genuine motor oil is recommended. Another motor oil matching quality can also be used.

INSPECT BATTERY

1. Check the battery for damage and deformation. If severe damage, deformation, or leakage is found, replace the battery.

2. Check the electrolyte level of each cell.

   
   

   1. For maintenance-free batteries:

      
      

      • If the electrolyte level is below the lower line, replace the battery.

      • If the electrolyte level is above the lower line, check the battery voltage while cranking the engine.

      • If the voltage is less than 9.6 V, recharge or replace the battery.

        Tech Tips

        Before checking battery voltage, turn off all the electrical systems (headlights, blower motor, rear defogger, etc.).

   2. For non-maintenance-free batteries:

      
      

      • If the electrolyte level is below the lower line, add distilled water to each cell. Then, recharge the battery and check the electrolyte gravity.

        Standard gravity
        1.25 to 1.29 at 20°C (68°F)

      If the electrolyte level is above the lower line, check battery voltage while cranking the engine. If the voltage is less than 9.6 V, recharge or replace the battery.

      Tech Tips

      Before checking battery voltage, turn off all the electrical systems (headlights, blower motor, rear defogger, etc.).