ENGINE GENERAL MAINTENANCE

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

Tech Tips

Perform these procedures after the engine has cooled down.

PROCEDURE


  1. INSPECT DRIVE BELT


    1. Check the drive belt.

      Type See procedure
      2AR-FXE

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  2. REPLACE ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER


    1. Replace the engine oil and oil filter.

      Type See procedure
      2AR-FXE

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  3. INSPECT COOLING AND HEATER SYSTEM

    Check that the radiator and condenser are not blocked with leaves, dirt or insects, and clean them if necessary. Also check the hose connection for the installation condition, corrosion, etc.

  4. INSPECT ENGINE COOLANT


    1. Inspect the engine coolant.

      Type See procedure
      2AR-FXE

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  5. REPLACE ENGINE COOLANT


    1. Replace the engine coolant.

      Type See procedure
      2AR-FXE

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  6. INSPECT INVERTER COOLANT


    1. Inspect the inverter coolant.

      Type See procedure
      2AR-FXE

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  7. REPLACE INVERTER COOLANT


    1. Replace the inverter coolant.

      Type See procedure
      2AR-FXE

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  8. INSPECT ENGINE OIL COOLER HOSE AND CONNECTIONS (w/ Oil Cooler)


    1. Check the oil cooler assembly for cracks, leakage, loose connections and deformation.

  9. INSPECT EXHAUST PIPES AND MOUNTINGS


    1. Visually check the pipes, hangers and connections for severe corrosion, leaks or damage.

  10. REPLACE SPARK PLUGS


    1. Replace the spark plugs.

      Type See procedure
      2AR-FXE

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  11. INSPECT AUXILIARY BATTERY


    1. Check the auxiliary battery.

      Type See procedure
      2AR-FXE

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  12. REPLACE FUEL FILTER


    1. Replace the fuel filter.

      Type See procedure
      2AR-FXE (w/ Canister Pump Module)

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      2AR-FXE (w/o Canister Pump Module)

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  13. ADD FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM


    1. for Philippines, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Honduras, Panama, and China:

      Add fuel injector cleaner to the fuel tank (Refer to the Service Bulletin for the fuel injection cleaner).

  14. INSPECT AIR CLEANER FILTER ELEMENT


    1. Remove the air cleaner filter element.

    2. B002J66

      Check that the air cleaner filter element is not excessively dirty.

      If the air cleaner filter element is excessively dirty, replace the air cleaner filter element.

    3. If cleaning the air cleaner filter element, blow compressed air as shown in the illustration to clean it.

    4. Reinstall the air cleaner filter element.

  15. INSPECT FUEL TANK CAP GASKET


    1. Check the fuel tank cap gasket.

      Type See procedure
      2AR-FXE (w/ Canister Pump Module)

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      2AR-FXE (w/o Canister Pump Module)

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  16. INSPECT FUEL LINES, CONNECTIONS, FUEL TANK VAPOR VENT SYSTEM HOSES AND FUEL TANK BANDS


    1. Visually check the fuel lines and hoses for cracks, leaks, loose connections, or deformation.

    2. Check the tank bands for looseness or deformation.

  17. INSPECT CHARCOAL CANISTER


    1. Inspect the charcoal canister.

      Type See procedure
      2AR-FXE (w/ Canister Pump Module)

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      2AR-FXE (w/o Canister Pump Module)

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