ENGINE ASSEMBLY REMOVAL


  1. PRECAUTION

    Note

    After turning the power switch off, waiting time may be required before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal. Therefore, make sure to read the disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal notice before proceeding with work Click here.

  2. PRECAUTION (w/ Air Suspension)

    CAUTION:

    Be sure to read Precaution thoroughly before servicing Click here.

  3. REMOVE ENGINE ROOM SIDE COVER LH


    1. A01NKHH

      Remove the 4 clips and engine room side cover LH.

  4. REMOVE ENGINE ROOM SIDE COVER


    1. A01NNBL

      Remove the 4 clips and engine room side cover.

  5. REMOVE COOL AIR INTAKE DUCT SEAL


    1. A01NJTT

      Remove the 6 clips and cool air intake duct seal.

  6. RECOVER REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM


    1. Turn the A/C switch on.

    2. Operate the A/C with the setting temperature at 25°C (77°F) and the blower level at LO for 10 minutes to circulate the refrigerant. This causes most of the compressor oil from the various components of the A/C system to collect in the A/C compressor.

    3. Turn the power switch off.

    4. Recover the refrigerant from the A/C system using a refrigerant recovery unit.

  7. DISCHARGE FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE

    Tech Tips

    Click here.

  8. ALIGN FRONT WHEELS FACING STRAIGHT AHEAD

  9. REMOVE REAR DECK FLOOR BOX


    1. A01NIBL

      Remove the 3 clips and the rear deck floor box.

  10. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

    Note

    When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected Click here.

  11. REMOVE BATTERY SERVICE HOLE COVER


    1. A01NLK4

      Disengage the 2 clips and 2 guides, and remove the battery service hole cover.

      Tech Tips

      Because these are 2-piece clips, one side will remain in the bracket when they are being removed.

  12. REMOVE SERVICE PLUG GRIP

    CAUTION:


    • Remove the service plug grip to interrupt a high voltage circuit at the time of the check.

    • Keep the removed service plug grip in your pocket to prevent other technicians from accidentally reconnecting it while you are servicing the vehicle.

    • All the high voltage wiring connectors are orange colored.


    1. A01NJ0X

      Wear insulated gloves. Remove the service plug grip after sliding the lever of the service plug grip.

      CAUTION:


      • Keep the removed service plug grip in your pocket to prevent other technicians from accidentally reconnecting it while you are servicing the vehicle.

      • After disconnecting the service plug grip, wait for at least 10 minutes before touching any of the high-voltage connectors or terminals.

      Tech Tips

      Waiting for at least 10 minutes is required to discharge the high-voltage capacitor inside the inverter with converter assembly.

  13. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL

  14. REMOVE NO. 1 ENGINE UNDER COVER

  15. REMOVE NO. 2 ENGINE UNDER COVER

  16. REMOVE FRONT FENDER LINER LH

  17. REMOVE FRONT FENDER LINER RH

  18. REMOVE FRONT FENDER APRON SEAL LH

  19. REMOVE FRONT FENDER APRON SEAL RH

  20. REMOVE SUSPENSION TOWER DAMPER (w/ Suspension Tower Damper)


    1. A01NMDS

      Remove the 4 nuts and the suspension tower damper from the vehicle.

  21. DRAIN ENGINE OIL


    1. Remove the oil filler cap.

    2. Remove the oil pan drain plug and gasket, and drain the oil into a container.

    3. Clean the oil pan drain plug.

    4. Install the oil pan drain plug with a new gasket.

      Torque:
      40 N*m  { 408 kgf*cm, 30 ft.*lbf }

  22. DRAIN COOLANT (for Engine)

    Note

    Do not remove the radiator cap, cylinder block drain cock plugs and radiator drain cock plug while the engine and radiator are still hot. Pressurized hot engine coolant and steam may be released and cause serious burns.


    1. Loosen the radiator drain cock plug and drain the coolant.

      Tech Tips

      Collect the coolant in a container and dispose of it according to the regulations in your area.

    2. Remove the radiator cap from the radiator assembly.

    3. Loosen the 2 cylinder block drain cock plugs.

      A01NI5QE01
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Air Drain Cock Plug *2 Radiator Cap
      *3 Cylinder Block Drain Cock Plug *4 Radiator Drain Cock Plug

  23. DRAIN COOLANT (for Inverter)

    Note


    • Do not reuse the drained coolant because it may contain foreign objects.

    • Collect the drained coolant and measure its volume to establish a benchmark. When adding coolant, make sure to add more coolant than the measured amount.


    1. Remove the inverter reserve tank cap.

      CAUTION:

      To avoid the danger of being burned, do not remove the inverter reserve tank cap while the coolant for the inverter is still hot.

    2. A01NJN2

      Loosen the drain plug indicated in the illustration and drain the coolant.

      CAUTION:

      Use caution when handling coolant immediately after driving or in summer because it may be hot.

    3. Tighten the plug.

  24. DRAIN HYBRID TRANSAXLE FLUID


    1. A01NL4ME01
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Filler Plug

      Using a hexagon socket wrench 10 mm, remove the filler plug and gasket.

    2. A01NJ9WE01
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Drain Plug

      Using a hexagon socket wrench 10 mm, remove the drain plug and gasket.

    3. Using a hexagon socket wrench 10 mm, install the drain plug and a new gasket.

      Torque:
      39 N*m  { 398 kgf*cm, 29 ft.*lbf }

  25. REMOVE FRONT FENDER TOP REINFORCEMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY LH


    1. A01NIK8E01
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Hood to Cowl Top Seal

      Disengage the clip and the hood to cowl top seal from the front fender top reinforcement sub-assembly LH.

    2. A01NIDU

      Remove the clip.

    3. Disengage the 3 clips and 2 guides, and remove the front fender top reinforcement sub-assembly LH.

  26. REMOVE FRONT FENDER TOP REINFORCEMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.

  27. REMOVE FRONT FENDER TO COWL SIDE SEAL LH


    1. A01NL98E01
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Double-sided Tape

      Disengage the 2 claws and remove the front fender to cowl side seal LH.

  28. REMOVE FRONT FENDER TO COWL SIDE SEAL RH

    Tech Tips

    Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.

  29. REMOVE FRONT WIPER ARM HEAD CAP


    1. A01NJXTE01
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Protective Tape

      Using a screwdriver, disengage the 3 claws and remove the front wiper arm head cap.

      Tech Tips

      Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

  30. REMOVE FRONT WIPER ARM AND BLADE ASSEMBLY LH


    1. A01NKD4

      Remove the nut and the front wiper arm and blade assembly LH.

  31. REMOVE FRONT WIPER ARM AND BLADE ASSEMBLY RH


    1. A01NJWH

      Remove the 2 nuts and the front wiper arm and blade assembly RH.

  32. REMOVE COWL TOP VENTILATOR LOUVER SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. Remove the 2 clips.

      A01NKFFE01

    2. Disengage the 6 claws and guide <A>.

    3. Disengage the 10 guides and pull out the cowl top ventilator louver sub-assembly as shown in the illustration.

  33. REMOVE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR AND LINK ASSEMBLY


    1. Operate the wiper and stop the windshield wiper motor at the automatic stop position.

    2. A01NLD5

      w/o Deicer:


      1. Disconnect the connector.

      2. Disengage the clamp.

    3. A01NN8N

      w/ Deicer:


      1. Disconnect the 2 connectors.

      2. Disengage the clamp.

    4. A01NLNZ

      Remove the 5 bolts and the windshield wiper motor and link assembly.

      Note

      Be careful not to damage the windshield when removing the windshield wiper motor and link assembly.

  34. REMOVE FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER CAP LH (w/ Air Suspension)


    1. A01NN8K

      Remove the 3 nuts and front shock absorber cap.

  35. REMOVE FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER CAP RH (w/ Air Suspension)

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  36. REMOVE OUTER COWL TOP PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY (for RHD)


    1. A01NJD8

      Disconnect the connector (w/ Windshield Deicer).

    2. Disengage the grommet and clamp, and separate the wire harness.

    3. A01NMSU

      Remove the 6 nuts, 4 bolts and outer cowl top panel sub-assembly.

  37. REMOVE OUTER COWL TOP PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY (for LHD)


    1. A01NLF6

      Disconnect the connector (w/ Windshield Deicer).

    2. Disengage the grommet and clamp, and separate the wire harness.

    3. A01NK8L

      Remove the 6 nuts, 4 bolts and outer cowl top panel sub-assembly.

  38. REMOVE INTAKE AIR RESONATOR SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. A01NID6

      Remove the 3 clamps and Disconnect the water hose from the intake air resonator sub-assembly.

    2. Remove the 2 bolts and intake air resonator sub-assembly from the inverter with converter assembly.

  39. REMOVE INLET NO. 2 AIR CLEANER


    1. A01NIJ9

      Remove the 2 bolts and inlet No. 2 air cleaner.

  40. REMOVE V-BANK COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. A01NL7M

      Hold the front of the V-bank cover sub-assembly and raise it to disengage the 2 retainers on the front of the V-bank cover sub-assembly. Continue to raise the V-bank cover sub-assembly to disengage the 2 retainers on the rear of the V-bank cover sub-assembly and remove the V-bank cover sub-assembly.

      Note

      Attempting to disengage both front and rear retainers at the same time may cause the V-bank cover sub-assembly to break.

  41. REMOVE INLET NO. 1 AIR CLEANER


    1. A01NIJF

      Disconnect the No. 1 fuel vapor feed hose from the inlet No. 1 air cleaner.

    2. Remove the bolt and inlet No. 1 air cleaner.

  42. REMOVE AIR CLEANER ASSEMBLY WITH HOSE


    1. A01NKF6

      Disconnect the air flow meter connector and harness clamp.

    2. Disconnect the No. 1 fuel vapor feed hose from the air cleaner hose.

    3. Loosen the band and disconnect the air cleaner hose.

    4. Remove the 2 bolts and air cleaner assembly with hose.

  43. REMOVE NO. 3 INVERTER BRACKET


    1. A01NI95

      Disconnect the water hose clamp from the No. 3 inverter bracket.

    2. Remove the bolt, nut and No. 3 inverter bracket.

  44. REMOVE INVERTER RESERVE TANK ASSEMBLY


    1. A01NJ05

      Disconnect the hose from the inverter reserve tank.

    2. Slide the 3 hose clamps, and disconnect the 3 water hoses from the inverter reserve tank assembly.

    3. A01NL4A

      Remove the bolt, nut and inverter reserve tank assembly.

  45. REMOVE NO. 1 INVERTER RESERVE TANK BRACKET


    1. A01NMLO

      Remove the 2 bolts and No. 1 inverter reserve tank bracket.

  46. REMOVE INVERTER TERMINAL COVER

    CAUTION:

    Wear insulating gloves.


    1. A01NMNW

      Remove the 11 bolts and inverter terminal cover.

      Note

      Make sure to pull the inverter cover straight up, as a connector is connected to the bottom of the cover.

  47. CHECK TERMINAL VOLTAGE

    CAUTION:

    Wear insulating gloves.

    Note


    • Insulate the removed terminals with insulating tape.

    • Do not allow any foreign objects or water to enter the inverter with converter assembly.


    1. A01NLZ5

      Using a voltmeter, measure the voltage between the 2 terminals.

      Standard voltage
      0 V

      Tech Tips

      Use a measuring range of DC 750 V or more on the voltmeter.

  48. DISCONNECT NO. 4 ENGINE WIRE

    CAUTION:

    Wear insulating gloves.

    Note


    • Insulate the removed terminals with insulating tape.

    • Cover the hole where the cable was connected with tape or equivalent (non-residue type) to prevent entry of foreign matter.


    1. A01NLMQ

      Remove the 5 bolts, and disconnect the No. 4 engine wire (high voltage cables of the air conditioning) from the inverter with converter assembly.

  49. DISCONNECT NO. 3 WIRE FRAME (for AWD)

    CAUTION:

    Wear insulating gloves.

    Note


    • Insulate the removed terminals with insulating tape.

    • Cover the hole where the cable was connected with tape or equivalent (non-residue type) to prevent entry of foreign matter.


    1. A01NLMM

      Remove the 5 bolts, and disconnect the No. 3 wire frame (high voltage cables of the rear motor (MGR)) from the inverter with converter assembly.

    2. A01NKAZ

      Disconnect the harness clamp.

  50. DISCONNECT HIGH VOLTAGE CABLE OF FRONT MOTOR

    CAUTION:

    Wear insulating gloves.

    Note


    • Insulate the removed terminals with insulating tape.

    • Cover the hole where the cable was connected with tape or equivalent (non-residue type) to prevent entry of foreign matter.


    1. A01NMXR

      Remove the 5 bolts, and disconnect the high voltage cables of the generator (MG1) from the inverter with converter assembly.

    2. A01NJQQ

      Remove the 5 bolts, and disconnect the high voltage cables of the motor (MG2) from the inverter with converter assembly.

  51. DISCONNECT NO. 3 WIRE FRAME

    CAUTION:

    Wear insulating gloves.

    Note


    • Insulate the removed terminals with insulating tape.

    • Cover the hole where the cable was connected with tape or equivalent (non-residue type) to prevent entry of foreign matter.


    1. A01NM1N

      Remove the 4 bolts, and disconnect the No. 3 wire frame (high voltage cables of the hybrid battery) from the inverter with converter assembly.

    2. A01NLKK

      Disconnect the 3 harness clamps.

  52. INSTALL INVERTER TERMINAL COVER


    1. A01NMNW

      Temporarily install the inverter cover with the 11 bolts to prevent any foreign objects or water from entering the inverter with converter assembly.

  53. REMOVE NO. 6 INVERTER BRACKET (w/ Bracket)


    1. A01NJI7

      Remove the 2 bolts and No. 6 inverter bracket.

  54. SEPARATE RELAY BLOCK SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. A01NJZA

      Disconnect the clamp, and release the relay block sub-assembly.

  55. DISCONNECT MG ECU CONNECTOR

    CAUTION:

    Wear insulating gloves.

    Note


    • Insulate the removed terminals with insulating tape.

    • Do not allow any foreign objects or water to enter the inverter with converter assembly.

    • To prevent damage due to static electricity, do not touch the terminals of the disconnected connectors.


    1. A01NLO2

      Raise the lock lever and disconnect the inverter with converter connector.

    2. A01NN5E

      Disconnect the connector from the inverter with converter assembly.

  56. DISCONNECT WATER HOSE


    1. A01NLY8

      Slide the 2 clamps, and disconnect the 2 water hoses from the inverter with converter assembly.

    2. A01NN2ZE01
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Retainer

      Release the retainer and disconnect the water hose from the inverter with converter assembly.

    3. A01NMVI

      Disconnect the coolant hose from the inverter with converter assembly. Put a piece of cloth in the pipe and in the disconnected hose or cover the pipe and hose with plastic bags as shown in the illustration in order to prevent coolant from spilling around the inverter with converter assembly.

  57. DISCONNECT NO. 2 ENGINE ROOM WIRE


    1. Remove the relay block cover.

    2. A01NL21

      Remove the nut from the No. 2 engine room wire.

    3. Release the claw, and disconnect the No. 2 engine room wire.

    4. Disconnect the clamp.

  58. REMOVE NO. 4 INVERTER BRACKET


    1. A01NIYQ

      Remove the bolt, nut and No. 4 inverter bracket.

  59. SEPARATE RADIATOR RESERVE TANK ASSEMBLY


    1. A01NJ01

      Disconnect the 2 clamps and remove the bolt and radiator reserve tank from the radiator.

  60. SEPARATE CONDENSER


    1. A01NJ4H

      Remove the bolt, and separate the condenser.

  61. REMOVE INVERTER WITH CONVERTER ASSEMBLY

    CAUTION:

    Wear insulating gloves.


    1. A01NN3Y

      Remove the 2 bolts, nut and inverter with converter assembly.

      Note


      • Since the inverter with converter assembly is very heavy, 2 people are needed to remove the inverter with converter assembly. When removing the inverter with converter assembly, do not damage the parts around it.

      • To prevent damage, do not hold the inverter with converter assembly by the connectors.

      • To prevent damage due to static electricity, do not touch the terminals of the disconnected connectors.

  62. REMOVE INVERTER TRAY BRACKET SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. A01NMT6

      Remove the 5 bolts and inverter tray bracket sub-assembly.

  63. DISCONNECT NO. 1 MOTOR COOLING HOSE


    1. A01NI5O

      Disconnect the No. 1 motor cooling hose.

  64. DISCONNECT NO. 3 MOTOR COOLING HOSE


    1. A01NJ8N

      Disconnect the No. 3 motor cooling hose.

  65. DISCONNECT NO. 1 RADIATOR HOSE


    1. A01NIK4

      Separate the No. 1 radiator hose from the radiator pipe clamp.

    2. Disconnect the No. 1 radiator hose.

  66. DISCONNECT NO. 2 RADIATOR HOSE

    A01NJ4X

    Disconnect the No. 2 radiator hose.

  67. DISCONNECT INLET HEATER WATER HOSE


    1. A01NLPJ

      Disconnect the inlet heater water hose.

  68. DISCONNECT OUTLET HEATER WATER HOSE


    1. A01NIAC

      Disconnect the outlet heater water hose.

  69. DISCONNECT NO. 1 FUEL VAPOR FEED HOSE


    1. A01NKIY

      Disconnect the No. 1 fuel vapor feed hose.

  70. DISCONNECT TRANSMISSION CONTROL CABLE ASSEMBLY


    1. A01NIJ4

      Remove the nut from the control shaft lever.

    2. Using a screwdriver, disengage the claw and disconnect the transmission control cable assembly with clip from the control cable bracket.

    3. Remove the clip from the transmission control cable assembly.

    4. A01NJ2V

      Disconnect the transmission control cable assembly from the 3 control cable brackets.

  71. DISCONNECT ENGINE WIRE


    1. Remove the relay block cover.

    2. A01NJ9X

      Disconnect the 3 connectors.

    3. A01NIAN

      Disconnect the 3 clamps.

    4. A01NIR0

      Remove the bolt and disconnect the earth wire from the hybrid vehicle transaxle assembly.

    5. A01NJ5K

      Pull up the lever to disconnect the ECM connector.

  72. REMOVE NO. 2 ENGINE MOUNTING STAY RH


    1. A01NMFS

      Remove the bolt, 2 nuts and No. 2 engine mounting stay RH.

  73. REMOVE ENGINE MOVING CONTROL ROD BRACKET


    1. A01NKMP

      Remove the 4 bolts and engine moving control rod with engine mounting control rod bracket.

  74. REMOVE NO. 3 ENGINE MOUNTING STAY RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform this procedure only when replacement of the engine moving control rod or No. 3 engine moving stay RH is necessary.


    1. A01NK9LE01
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Engine moving control rod
      *2 No. 3 engine moving stay RH
      *3 Engine moving control rod bracket

      Remove the 2 bolts, engine moving control rod and No. 3 engine moving stay RH from the engine moving control rod bracket.

  75. DISCONNECT DISCHARGE HOSE SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. A01NMPT

      Remove the nut and disconnect the discharge hose sub-assembly.

      Note

      Seal the openings of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent entry of moisture and foreign matter.

  76. DISCONNECT SUCTION HOSE SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. A01NMCD

      Remove the nut and disconnect the suction hose sub-assembly.

      Note

      Seal the openings of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent entry of moisture and foreign matter.

  77. DISCONNECT FUEL MAIN TUBE


    1. A01NI99

      Remove the No. 1 fuel pipe clamp.

    2. A01NMRK

      Disconnect the connector from the pipe by hand. When the connector and the pipe are stuck, push in and pull on the connector to release it. Pull the connector out of the pipe carefully.

      Note


      • Check for any dirt and foreign matter contamination in the pipe and around the connector. Clean if necessary. Foreign matter may damage the O-rings or cause leaks in the seal between the pipe and connector.

      • Do not use any tools to separate the pipe and connector.

      • Do not forcefully bend or twist the nylon tube.

      • Check for any dirt and foreign matter on the pipe seal surface. Clean if necessary.

      • Put the pipe and connector ends in plastic bags to prevent damage and dirt contamination.

      • If the pipe and connector are stuck together, pinch the tube between your fingers and turn it carefully to free it. Then disconnect the hose.

  78. REMOVE FRONT NO. 3 EXHAUST PIPE SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. A01NJUJ

      Remove the 2 bolts, 2 nuts and front No. 3 exhaust pipe sub-assembly.

    2. Remove the 2 gaskets from the front No. 3 exhaust pipe sub-assembly.

  79. REMOVE FRONT EXHAUST PIPE ASSEMBLY


    1. A01NK7A

      Disconnect the 2 clamps and No. 2 oxygen sensor connector (for Bank 2 Sensor 2).

    2. A01NLY4E01

      Loosen the bolt (A).

    3. Remove the 2 bolts (B), 2 nuts and front exhaust pipe assembly.

    4. Remove the gasket from the front exhaust pipe assembly.

  80. SECURE STEERING WHEEL


    1. A01NL6P

      Secure the steering wheel with the seat belt in order to prevent it from rotating.

      Tech Tips

      This operation is necessary to prevent damage to the spiral cable.

  81. SEPARATE STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT ASSEMBLY


    1. A01NNDCE01
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Matchmark

      Put matchmarks on the steering intermediate shaft assembly and steering link assembly.

      Note

      Do not separate the steering intermediate shaft assembly from the steering link assembly.

    2. Remove the bolt.

    3. Separate the steering intermediate shaft assembly from the steering link assembly.

  82. SEPARATE HEIGHT CONTROL SENSOR LINK SUB-ASSEMBLY (w/ Air Suspension)


    1. A01NKIPE01

      Remove the 2 nuts and separate the height control sensor link sub-assembly LH and RH from the front lower suspension arm LH and RH.

  83. REMOVE FRONT AXLE SHAFT NUT LH


    1. A01NJTFE01

      Using SST and a hammer, release the staked part of the front axle shaft nut.

      SST
      09930-00010

      Note

      Loosen the staked part of the nut completely, otherwise the threads of the drive shaft may be damaged.

    2. While applying the brakes, remove the front axle shaft nut.

  84. REMOVE FRONT AXLE SHAFT NUT RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  85. SEPARATE FRONT SPEED SENSOR LH


    1. A01NMWEE03
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Hole
      *2 Resin Clamp

      Remove the bolt and resin clamp, and separate the front speed sensor.

      Note


      • Be sure to completely separate the front speed sensor from the front shock absorber with coil spring.

      • Be careful not to damage the front speed sensor.

      • Clean the speed sensor installation hole and the contact surfaces every time the speed sensor is removed.

  86. SEPARATE FRONT SPEED SENSOR RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  87. SEPARATE TIE ROD ASSEMBLY LH


    1. A01NL8W

      Remove the cotter pin and nut.

    2. A01NK6BE01

      Install SST to the tie rod end.

      SST
      09960-20010   ( 09961-02060 )

      Note

      Make sure that the upper ends of the tie rod end and SST are aligned.

    3. Using SST, separate the tie rod end from the steering knuckle.

      A01NIXEE01
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Tie the string without allowing for any slack. *2 Place the wrench here.
      SST
      09960-20010   ( 09961-02010 )

      Note


      • When securing SST to the steering knuckle, be sure to tighten SST using a string to prevent it from falling.


      • Install SST so that A and B are parallel.


      • Be sure to place a wrench on the part indicated in the illustration.


      • Do not damage the front disc brake dust cover.


      • Do not damage the ball joint dust cover.


      • Do not damage the steering knuckle.

  88. SEPARATE TIE ROD ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  89. SEPARATE FRONT STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY LH


    1. A01NKWZ

      Remove the nut and separate the front stabilizer link assembly from the front shock absorber.

      Tech Tips

      If the ball joint turns together with the nut, use a hexagon wrench (6 mm) to hold the stud bolt.

  90. SEPARATE FRONT STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  91. SEPARATE FRONT LOWER SUSPENSION ARM LH


    1. A01NMW5

      Remove the bolt and 2 nuts, and separate the front lower suspension arm from the lower ball joint.

  92. SEPARATE FRONT LOWER SUSPENSION ARM RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  93. SEPARATE FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY LH


    1. A01NMWKE09
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Matchmark

      Put matchmarks on the front drive shaft assembly and the front axle hub sub-assembly.

    2. A01NKLF

      Using a plastic hammer, separate the front drive shaft assembly from the front axle assembly.

      Note

      Loosen the staked part of the front axle hub nut completely, otherwise the threads of the drive shaft may be damaged.

  94. REMOVE FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY LH


    1. A01NJ02E01

      Using SST, remove the front drive shaft assembly LH.

      SST
      09520-00031
      09520-01010

      Note


      • Be careful not to damage the drive shaft dust cover, boot or oil seal.

      • Be careful not to drop the drive shaft assembly.

  95. REMOVE FRONT DRIVE SHAFT HOLE SNAP RING


    1. A01NKZH

      Using a screwdriver, remove the front drive shaft hole snap ring.

  96. SEPARATE FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  97. REMOVE FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY RH


    1. A01NN78

      Remove the bearing bracket hole snap ring from the drive shaft bearing bracket.

    2. Remove the bolt and front drive shaft assembly RH from the drive shaft bearing bracket.

      Note

      Do not damage the boot or oil seal.

  98. REMOVE NO. 1 EXHAUST PIPE SUPPORT BRACKET


    1. A01NIKT

      Remove the 2 nuts and No. 1 exhaust pipe support bracket.

  99. REMOVE FLYWHEEL HOUSING UNDER COVER


    1. A01NIQP

      Remove the 2 bolts and flywheel housing under cover.

  100. REMOVE HEATER COVER (w/ Active Stabilizer System)


    1. A01NJFG

      Disconnect the clamp.

    2. Remove the 2 bolts and heater cover.

  101. REMOVE ENGINE ASSEMBLY WITH TRANSAXLE


    1. A01NN6F

      w/ Active Stabilizer System:


      1. Disconnect the 2 front active stabilizer connectors.

      2. A01NN7U

        Disconnect the 2 clamps.

    2. Set an engine lifter.

      Note


      • Install a height adjustment attachment and plate lift attachment onto the engine assembly with transaxle.

      • Securely support the engine assembly to prevent it from turning upside down until it is secured to an engine stand.

      • Do not perform any procedure while the engine assembly is suspended because doing so may cause the engine assembly to drop, resulting in injury. However, the engine assembly needs to be suspended when it is installed to or removed from an engine stand.

    3. A01NJWQ

      Remove the 6 bolts, 2 nuts and frame side rail plates RH and LH.

    4. Remove the 6 bolts, 2 nuts and front suspension member rear braces RH and LH.

    5. Operate the engine lifter, then remove the engine assembly from the vehicle.

      Note


      • Make sure that the engine is clear of all wiring and hoses.

      • While lowering the engine from the vehicle, do not allow it to contact the vehicle.

    6. A01NL1FE14
      Text in Illustration
      *1 No. 1 Engine Hanger
      *2 No. 2 Engine Hanger

      Install the No. 1 and No. 2 engine hangers with the 4 bolts.

      Torque:
      33 N*m  { 337 kgf*cm, 24 ft.*lbf }
      Part No.
      Item Part No.
      No. 1 Engine Hanger 12281-31120
      No. 2 Engine Hanger 12282-31100
      Bolt 91671-10825

    7. Attach the sling device to the engine hangers and chain block.

  102. SEPARATE FRONT FRAME ASSEMBLY


    1. A01NMHO

      Disconnect the 2 clamps and engine wire from the front frame assembly.

    2. A01NIFI

      Remove the bolt and HV transaxle mass damper.

    3. Remove the 2 nuts and separate the engine mounting insulators LH and RH.

    4. A01NLNS

      Remove the bolt and separate the front engine mounting insulator.

    5. A01NM2X

      Remove the 2 bolts and separate the rear engine mounting insulator.

      Note

      Do not remove the rear engine mounting insulator assembly through bolts. Doing so makes it difficult to install the rear engine mounting insulator assembly.

    6. Remove the front frame assembly.

  103. REMOVE FRONT ENGINE MOUNTING INSULATOR


    1. A01NIWH

      Remove the 2 hole plugs.

    2. Remove the 3 nuts and front engine mounting insulator.

      Tech Tips

      Perform this procedure only when replacement of the front engine mounting insulator is necessary.

  104. REMOVE REAR ENGINE MOUNTING INSULATOR ASSEMBLY


    1. A01NI8I

      Remove the 2 hole plugs.

    2. Remove the 2 nuts and rear engine mounting insulator assembly.

      Note

      Do not remove the rear engine mounting insulator assembly through bolts. Doing so makes it difficult to install the rear engine mounting insulator assembly.

      Tech Tips

      Perform this procedure only when replacement of the engine mounting insulator assembly is necessary.

  105. REMOVE ENGINE MOUNTING INSULATOR LH


    1. A01NM9IE01

      Remove the 2 hole plugs.

    2. Remove the 3 nuts and engine mounting insulator LH.

      Tech Tips

      Perform this procedure only when replacement of the engine mounting insulator LH is necessary.

  106. REMOVE ENGINE MOUNTING INSULATOR RH


    1. A01NNBWE01

      Remove the 2 hole plugs.

    2. Remove the 3 nuts and engine mounting insulator RH.

      Tech Tips

      Perform this procedure only when replacement of the engine mounting insulator RH is necessary.

  107. REMOVE V-RIBBED BELT


    1. A01NLZR

      Release the V-ribbed belt tension by turning the V-ribbed belt tensioner counterclockwise, and remove the V-ribbed belt from the V-ribbed belt tensioner.

    2. While turning the V-ribbed belt tensioner counterclockwise, align with its holes, and then insert a 5 mm bi-hexagon wrench into the holes to secure the V-ribbed belt tensioner.

  108. REMOVE ELECTRIC INVERTER COMPRESSOR ASSEMBLY


    1. A01NL1ME01
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Bracket

      Remove the 3 bolts, bracket and electric inverter compressor assembly.

    2. A01NMR5

      Remove the bolt and bracket from the electric inverter compressor assembly.

  109. REMOVE RADIATOR PIPE CLAMP


    1. A01NKOQ

      Separate the breather plug hose and sensor wire from the radiator pipe clamp.

    2. Remove the bolt and radiator pipe clamp.

  110. REMOVE ENGINE WIRE


    1. Remove the engine wire from the engine with transaxle.

  111. REMOVE MANIFOLD STAY


    1. A01NMAL

      Remove the bolt, nut and manifold stay.

  112. REMOVE NO. 3 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CASE COVER


    1. A01NK7O

      Remove the bolt and No. 3 transmission control cable bracket.

    2. A01NJ0D

      Remove the 2 bolts, clip and No. 3 automatic transmission case cover from the transaxle.

  113. REMOVE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CASE COVER


    1. A01NN07

      Remove the 2 bolts and automatic transmission case cover.

  114. REMOVE FRONT ENGINE MOUNTING BRACKET


    1. A01NKQ5

      Remove the 3 bolts and front engine mounting bracket.

  115. REMOVE HYBRID VEHICLE TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY


    1. A01NJ1O

      Remove the 10 bolts.

    2. Separate and remove the hybrid vehicle transaxle assembly.

      Note

      Do not pry between the transaxle assembly and engine more than necessary to prevent the knock pins from being damaged.

  116. REMOVE ENGINE MOUNTING BRACKET RH


    1. A01NMI1

      Remove the 3 bolts and engine mounting bracket RH.

  117. REMOVE REAR ENGINE MOUNTING BRACKET


    1. A01NK16

      Remove the 3 bolts and rear engine mounting bracket.

  118. REMOVE TRANSMISSION INPUT DAMPER ASSEMBLY


    1. A01NMXIE01

      Using SST, hold the crankshaft pulley.

      SST
      09213-70011   ( 09213-70020 )
      09330-00021
    2. A01NLZV

      Remove the 6 bolts and transmission input damper assembly from the flywheel sub-assembly.

  119. REMOVE FLYWHEEL SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. A01NMXIE01

      Using SST, hold the crankshaft pulley.

      SST
      09213-70011   ( 09213-70020 )
      09330-00021
    2. A01NLW7

      Remove the 8 bolts and flywheel sub-assembly.