SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS

STANDARD BOLT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SS–1

ENGINE MECHANICAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SS–4
EMISSION CONTROL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SS–9
ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTION . . . . . . . . . . SS–10
COOLING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SS–12
LUBRICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SS–14
IGNITION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SS–16
STARTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SS–18
CHARGING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SS–20
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SS–22
PROPELLER SHAFT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SS–25
SUSPENSION AND AXLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SS–27
BRAKE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SS–32
STEERING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SS–34
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM . . . SS–36
BODY ELECTRICAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SS–37
BODY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SS–38
AIR CONDITIONING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SS–41
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SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS – STANDARD BOLT

STANDARD BOLT
SS0ZS–01

HOW TO DETERMINE BOLT STRENGTH

Bolt Type
Hexagon Head Bolt Class
Stud Bolt Weld Bolt
Normal Recess Bolt Deep Recess Bolt

4 4T

No Mark No Mark No Mark

5 5T

6 6T

w/ Washer w/ Washer

7 7T

8 8T

9 9T

10 10T

11 11T

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SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS – STANDARD BOLT
SS0ZT–01

SPECIFIED TORQUE FOR STANDARD BOLTS

Specified torque
Diameter Pitch
Class Hexagon head bolt Hexagon flange bolt
mm mm
N·m kgf·cm ft·lbf N·m kgf·cm ft·lbf
6 1 5 55 48 in.·lbf 6 60 52 in.·lbf
8 1.25 12.5 130 9 14 145 10
10 1.25 26 260 19 29 290 21
4T
12 1.25 47 480 35 53 540 39
14 1.5 74 760 55 84 850 61
16 1.5 115 1,150 83 – – –

6 1 6.5 65 56 in.·lbf 7.5 75 65 in.·lbf

8 1.25 15.5 160 12 17.5 175 13
10 1.25 32 330 24 36 360 26
5T
12 1.25 59 600 43 65 670 48
14 1.5 91 930 67 100 1,050 76
16 1.5 140 1,400 101 – – –

6 1 8 80 69 in.·lbf 9 90 78 in.·lbf
8 1.25 19 195 14 21 210 15
10 1.25 39 400 29 44 440 32
6T
12 1.25 71 730 53 80 810 59
14 1.5 110 1,100 80 125 1,250 90
16 1.5 170 1,750 127 – – –

6 1 10.5 110 8 12 120 9

8 1.25 25 260 19 28 290 21
10 1.25 52 530 38 58 590 43
7T
12 1.25 95 970 70 105 1,050 76
14 1.5 145 1,500 108 165 1,700 123
16 1.5 230 2,300 166 – – –

8 1.25 29 300 22 33 330 24

8T 10 1.25 61 620 45 68 690 50
12 1.25 110 1,100 80 120 1,250 90
8 1.25 34 340 25 37 380 27
9T 10 1.25 70 710 51 78 790 57
12 1.25 125 1,300 94 140 1,450 105
8 1.25 38 390 28 42 430 31
10T 10 1.25 78 800 58 88 890 64
12 1.25 140 1,450 105 155 1,600 116
8 1.25 42 430 31 47 480 35
11T 10 1.25 87 890 64 97 990 72
12 1.25 155 1,600 116 175 1,800 130

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SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS – STANDARD BOLT
SS0ZU–01

HOW TO DETERMINE NUT STRENGTH

Nut Type
Present Standard Old Standard Hexagon Nut Class
Hexagon Nut Cold Forging Nut Cutting Processed Nut

4N

No Mark

5N (4T)

No Mark (w/ Washer) No Mark (w/ Washer) No Mark

6N
6N

7N (5T)

8N
8N

10N (7T)
10N

No Mark

11N
11N

12N
12N

*: Nut with 1 or more marks on one side surface of the nut.

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HINT:
Use the nut with the same number of the nut strength classification or the greater than the bolt strength clas-
sification number when tightening parts with a bolt and nut.
Example: Bolt = 4T
Nut = 4N or more
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SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS – ENGINE MECHANICAL

ENGINE MECHANICAL
SS03K–03

SERVICE DATA
Compression at 250 rpm STD 1,500 kPa (15.3 kgf/cm2, 218 psi)
pressure Minimum 1,000 kPa (10.2 kgf/cm2, 145 psi)
Difference of pressure between each cylinder 100 kPa (1.0 kgf/cm2, 15 psi) or less
Valve at cold Intake 0.15 – 0.25 mm (0.006 – 0.010 in.)
clearance Exhaust 0.25 – 0.35 mm (0.010 – 0.014 in.)
Adjusting shim for repair part Mark 2.500 2.500 mm (0.0984 in.)
Mark 2.550 2.550 mm (0.1004 in.)
Mark 2.600 2.600 mm (0.1024 in.)
Mark 2.650 2.650 mm (0.1043 in.)
Mark 2.700 2.700 mm (0.1063 in.)
Mark 2.750 2.750 mm (0.1083 in.)
Mark 2.800 2.800 mm (0.1102 in.)
Mark 2.850 2.850 mm (0.1122 in.)
Mark 2.900 2.900 mm (0.1142 in.)
Mark 2.950 2.950 mm (0.1161 in.)
Mark 3.000 3.000 mm (0.1181 in.)
Mark 3.050 3.050 mm (0.1201 in.)
Mark 3.100 3.100 mm (0.1220 in.)
Mark 3.150 3.150 mm (0.1240 in.)
Mark 3.200 3.200 mm (0.1260 in.)
Mark 3.250 3.250 mm (0.1280 in.)
Mark 3.300 3.300 mm (0.1299 in.)
Ignition timing w/ Terminals TE1 and E1 connected of DLC1 8 – 12° BTDC @ idle
Idle speed – 700 ± 50 rpm
Timing belt Protrusion from housing side 10.0 – 10.8 mm (0.394 – 0.425 in.)
tensioner

Cylinder head Warpage Maximum 0.10 mm (0.039 in.)

Valve seat
Refacing angle 30°, 45°, 75°
Contacting angle 45°
Contacting width 1.0 – 1.4 mm (0.039 – 0.055 in.)
Valve guide bushing bore diameter STD 10.295 – 10.313 mm (0.4053 – 0.4080 in.)
O/S 0.05 10.345 – 10.363 mm (0.4073 – 0.4080 in.)
12 pointed head cylinder head bolt diameter
at tension portion STD 8.95 – 9.05 mm (0.3524 – 0.3563 in.)
Minimum 8.75 mm (0.3445 in.)
Valve guide Inside diameter 5.510 – 5.530 mm (0.2169 – 0.2177 in.)
bushing Outside diameter for repair part STD 10.333 – 10.344 mm (0.4068 – 0.4072 in.)
O/S 0.05 10.383 – 10.394 mm (0.4088 – 0.4092 in.)
Valve Valve overall length STD Intake 95.45 mm (3.5779 in.)
Exhaust 95.40 mm (3.7559 in.)
Minimum Intake 94.95 mm (3.7382 in.)
Exhaust 94.90 mm (3.7362 in.)
Valve face angle 44.5°
Stem diameter Intake 5.470 – 5.485 mm (0.2154 – 0.2159 in.)
Exhaust 5.465 – 5.480 mm (0.2152 – 0.2157 in.)
Stem oil clearance STD Intake 0.025 – 0.060 mm (0.0010 – 0.0024 in.)
Exhaust 0.030 – 0.065 mm (0.0012 – 0.0026 in.)
Maximum Intake 0.08 mm (0.0031 in.)
Exhaust 0.10 mm (0.0039 in.)
Margin thickness STD 1.0 mm (0.039 in.)
Maximum 0.5 mm (0.020 in.)

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SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS – ENGINE MECHANICAL

Valve spring Deviation Maximum 2.0 mm (0.079 in.)

Free length 45.50 mm (1.7913 in.)
Installed tension at 33.8 mm (1.331 in.) 186 – 206 N (19.0 – 21.0 kgf, 41.9 – 46.3 lbf)
Valve lifter Lifter diameter 30.966 – 30.976 mm (1.2191 – 2.2195 in.)
Lifter bore diameter 31.000 – 31.016 mm (1.2205 – 1.2211 in.)
Oil clearance STD 0.024 – 0.050 mm (0.0009 – 0.0020 in.)
Maximum 0.07 mm (0.0028 in.)
Camshaft Thrust clearance STD 0.040 – 0.090 mm (0.0016 – 0.0035 in.)
Maximum 0.12 mm (0.0047 in.)
Journal oil clearance STD Intake 0.035 – 0.072 mm (0.0014 – 0.0028 in.)
Exhaust 0.025 – 0.062 mm (0.0010 – 0.0024 in.)
Maximum Intake 0.10 mm (0.0039 in.)
Exhaust 0.09 mm (0.0035 in.)
Journal diameter 26.959 – 26.975 mm (1.0614 – 1.0620 in.)
Circle runout Maximum 0.06 mm (0.0024 in.)
Cam lobe height STD Intake 42.932 – 43.032 mm (1.6902 – 1.6942 in.)
Exhaust 42.764 – 42.864 mm (1.6836 – 1.6876 in.)
Minimum Intake 42.78 mm (1.6842 in.)
Exhaust 42.61 mm (1.6776 in.)
Camshaft gear backlash STD 0.020 – 0.200 mm (0.0008 – 0.0079 in.)
Maximum 0.30 mm (0.0188 in.)
Camshaft gear spring end free distance 18.2 – 18.8 mm (0.712 – 0.740 in.)

Air intake Warpage Maximum 0.10 mm (0.0039 in.)

chamber

Intake Warpage
manifold Air intake chamber side Maximum 0.15 mm (0.0059 in.)
Cylinder head side Maximum 0.08 mm (0.0031 in.)
Exhaust Warpage Maximum 0.50 mm (0.0196 in.)
manifold
VSV for Active Resistance at 20°C (68°F) 18 – 22 Ω
Control Engine
Mount
Cylinder block Cylinder head surface warpage Maximum 0.07 mm (0.0028 in.)
Cylinder bore diameter 87.500 – 87.512 mm (3.4449 – 3.4453 in.)
Maximum 87.52 mm (3.4457 in.)
12 pointed head main bearing cap bolt diameter
at tension portion STD 7.500 – 7.600 mm (0.2953 – 0.2992 in.)
Minimum 7.20 mm (0.2835 in.)

Piston and Piston diameter

piston ring at 23.2 mm (0.913 in.) from the piston head 87.406 – 87.416 mm (3.4412 – 3.4416 in.)
Piston oil clearance STD 0.084 – 0.106 mm (0.0033 – 0.0042)
Maximum 0.13 mm (0.0051 in.)
Piston ring groove clearance No.1 0.020 – 0.070 mm (0.0008 – 0.0028 in.)
No.2 0.020 – 0.060 mm (0.0008 – 0.0024 in.)
Piston ring end gap STD No.1 0.25 – 0.35 mm (0.0098 – 0.0138 in.)
No.2 0.35 – 0.45 mm (0.0138 – 0.0177 in.)
Oil 0.15 – 0.40 mm (0.0059 – 0.0157 in.)
Maximum No.1 0.95 mm (0.0374 in.)
No.2 1.05 mm (0.0413 in.)
Oil 1.00 mm (0.0394 in.)

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Connecting Thrust clearance STD 0.15 – 0.30 mm (0.0059 – 0.0118 in.)

rod Maximum 0.35 mm (0.0138 in.)
Connecting rod thickness 20.80 – 20.85 mm (0.8189 – 0.8209 in.)
Connecting rod bearing center wall thickness
Reference Mark 1 1.484 – 1.487 mm (0.0584 – 0.0585 in.)
Mark 2 1.487 – 1.490 mm (0.0585 – 0.0587 in.)
Mark 3 1.490 – 1.493 mm (0.0587 – 0.0588 in.)
Mark 4 1.493 – 1.496 mm (0.0588 – 0.0589 in.)
Connecting rod oil clearance STD 0.038 – 0.064 mm (0.0015 – 0.0025 in.)
Maximum 0.08 mm (0.0031 in.)
Rod out–of–alignment Maximum per 100 mm (3.94 in.) 0.05 mm (0.0020 in.)
Rod twist Maximum per 100 mm (3.94 in.) 0.15 mm (0.0059 in.)
Bushing inside diameter 22.005 – 22.014 mm (0.8663 – 0.8667 in.)
Piston pin diameter 21.997 – 22.006 mm (0.8660 – 0.8664 in.)
Bushing oil clearance STD 0.005 – 0.011 mm (0.0002 – 0.0004 in)
Maximum 0.05 mm (0.0020 in.)
Connecting rod bolt diameter
at tension portion STD 7.2 – 7.3 mm (0.284 – 0.287 in.)
Minimum 7.0 mm (0.276 in.)
Crankshaft Thrust clearance STD 0.04 – 0.24 mm (0.0016 – 0.0095 in.)
Maximum 0.30 mm (0.0118 in.)
Thrust washer thickness 1.930 – 1.980 mm (0.0760 – 0.0780 in.)
Main journal oil clearance STD No.1 and No.4 0.014 – 0.034 mm (0.0006 – 0.0013 in.)
No.2 and No.3 0.026 – 0.046 mm (0.0010 – 0.0018 in.)
Maximum No.1 and No.4 0.05 mm (0.0020 in.)
No.2 and No.3 0.06 mm (0.0024 in.)
Main journal diameter 60.988 – 61.000 mm (2.4011 – 2.4016 in.)
Main bearing center wall thickness
Reference Mark 1 2.486 – 2.489 mm (0.0979 – 0.0980 in.)
Mark 2 2.489 – 2.492 mm (0.0980 – 0.0981 in.)
Mark 3 2.492 – 2.495 mm (0.0981 – 0.0982 in.)
Mark 4 2.495 – 2.498 mm (0.0982 – 0.0983 in.)
Mark 5 2.498 – 2.501 mm (0.0983 – 0.0985 in.)
Mark 6 2.501 – 2.504 mm (0.0985 – 0.0986 in.)
Mark 7 2.504 – 2.507 mm (0.0986 – 0.0987 in.)
Crank pin diameter 52.992 – 53.000 mm (2.0863 – 2.0866 in.)
Circle runout Maximum 0.06 mm (0.0024 in.)
Main journal taper and out–of–round Maximum 0.02 mm (0.0008 in.)
Crank pin taper and out–of–round Maximum 0.02 mm (0.0008 in.)

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SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS – ENGINE MECHANICAL
SS03L–08

TORQUE SPECIFICATION
Part tightened N·m kgf·cm ft·lbf
Timing belt plate x Oil pump 8.0 80 69 in.·lbf
No.1 idler pulley x Oil pump 34 350 25
No.2 idler pulley x No.2 idler pulley bracket 43 440 32
Camshaft timing pulley x Camshaft 125 1,300 94
for SST 88 900 65

Timing belt tensioner x Oil pump 27 280 20

RH engine mounting bracket x Cylinder block 28 290 21
No.2 timing belt cover x No.3 timing belt cover 8.5 85 74 in.·lbf
No.1 timing belt cover x Oil pump 8.5 85 74 in.·lbf
Crankshaft pulley x Crankshaft 215 2,200 159
No.2 generator bracket x Engine RH mounting bracket 28 290 21
Camshaft timing gear (VVT–i) x Camshaft 150 1,530 110
Oil Control Valve Filter x Cylinder Head 45 460 33
Cylinder Head Rear Cover x Cylinder Head 10 100 7.3
Cylinder head x Cylinder block 12 pointed head 1st 54 550 40
2nd Turn 90° Turn 90° Turn 90°
Recessed head 18.5 185 13
Camshaft bearing cap x Cylinder head 16 160 12
Cylinder head cover x Cylinder head 8.0 80 69 in.·lbf
Exhaust manifold x Cylinder head 49 500 36
Exhaust manifold stay x Exhaust manifold 20 200 14
Exhaust manifold stay x Transmission housing 20 200 14
PS pump bracket x RH cylinder head 43 440 32
Oil dipstick guide x LH cylinder head 8.0 80 69 in.·lbf
Water inlet pipe x LH cylinder head 19.5 200 14
Cylinder head rear plate x LH cylinder head 8.0 80 69 in.·lbf
No.3 timing belt cover x Cylinder head 8.5 85 74 in.·lbf
Water outlet x Intake manifold 15 150 11
Fuel inlet hose x Fuel filter 29 300 21
Intake manifold x Cylinder head 15 150 11
Air intake chamber x Intake manifold 43 440 32
No.1 engine hanger x Air intake chamber 39 400 29
No.1 engine hanger x RH cylinder head 39 400 29
Air intake chamber stay x Air intake chamber 19.5 200 14
Air intake chamber stay x RH cylinder head 19.5 200 14
Rear engine mounting bracket x Cylinder block 64 650 47
Front engine mounting insulator x Cylinder block 64 650 47
Rear engine mounting bracket x Rear engine insulator 87 890 64
LH engine mounting insulator x Transaxle 64 650 47
Engine mounting absorber x Front suspension member 48 490 35
Engine mounting absorber x Transaxle 48 490 35
Front engine mounting insulator x Front frame assembly 80 820 59
PS gear assembly x Front frame assembly 181 1,850 134
Front stabilizer x Front frame assembly 19 195 14

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PS vane pump x PS pump bracket 43 440 31

Front lower brace x Body Bolt 181 1,850 134
Rear lower brace x Body 19 mm head bolt 181 1,850 134
14 mm head bolt 32 330 24

Engine moving control rod x RH engine mounting bracket 64 650 47

Engine moving control rod x RH fender apron 64 650 47
Engine moving control rod x Water outlet 32 320 23
Front Upper Suspension Brace x Body 80 810 59
Wiper arm x Wiper link 24 245 18
Main bearing cap x Cylinder block 12 pointed head 1st 22 225 16
2nd Turn 90° Turn 90° Turn 90°
6 pointed head 27 275 20
Connecting rod cap x Connecting rod 1st 24.5 250 18
2nd Turn 90° Turn 90° Turn 90°
Rear oil seal retainer x Cylinder block 8.0 80 69 in.·lbf
Cylinder block side cover x Cylinder block 9.0 90 78 in.·lbf
Engine coolant drain union x Cylinder block 39 400 29
Water seal plate x Cylinder block 18 180 13
Oil filter union x Cylinder block 30 310 22
Water inlet housing x Cylinder block 8.0 80 69 in.·lbf
Knock sensor x Cylinder block 39 400 29
No.2 idler pulley bracket x Cylinder block 28 290 21
A/C compressor housing bracket x Cylinder block 25 250 18
Alternator bracket x Cylinder block 43 440 32
Drive plate x Crankshaft 83 850 61
Front exhaust pipe x RH exhaust manifold 62 630 46
Front exhaust pipe x Center exhaust pipe 62 630 46
No.2 front exhaust pipe x TWC 56 560 41
No.2 front exhaust pipe x Front exhaust pipe 56 560 41
Center exhaust pipe x Tailpipe 62 630 46

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SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS – EMISSION CONTROL

EMISSION CONTROL
SS03N–05

TORQUE SPECIFICATION
Part tightened N·m kgf·cm ft·lbf
Front exhaust pipe x RH exhaust manifold 62 630 46
Front exhaust pipe x Center exhaust pipe 48 490 36
WU–TWC (for bank 1) x LH exhaust manifold 62 630 46
WU–TWC (for bank 1) x Front exhaust pipe 56 570 41

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SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS – ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTION

ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTION

SS1HU–01

SERVICE DATA
Fuel pressure Fuel pressure at no vacuum 301 – 347 kPa (3.1 – 3.5 kgf/cm2, 44 – 50 psi)
regulator

Fuel pump Resistance at 20°C (68°F) 0.2 – 3.0 Ω

Injector Resistance 13.4 – 14.2 Ω
Injection volume 60 – 73 cm3 (3.7 – 4.5 cu in.) per 15 sec.
Difference between each cylinder 13 cm3 (0.8 cu in.) or less
Fuel leakage 1 drop or less per minute

Air flow meter Resistance (THA – E2) at –20°C (–4°F) 14.6 – 17.8 kΩ
at 20°C (68°F) 2.21 – 2.69 kΩ
at 60°C (140°F) 0.29 – 0.35 kΩ
Throttle body Throttle opener setting speed 900 – 1,950 rpm
Throttle Resistance
position Throttle valve fully closed VTA – E2 0.2 – 6.3 kΩ
sensor Throttle valve fully open VTA – E2 2.0 – 10.2 kΩ
– VC – E2 2.5 – 5.9 kΩ

ISC valve Resistance (+B – RSO or RSC) at cold 17.0 – 24.5 Ω

at hot 21.5 – 28.5 Ω

Camshaft Resistance at 20°C (68°F) 6.9 – 7.9 Ω

timing oil control
valve
VSV for EVAP Resistance at 20°C (68°F) 27 – 33 Ω
VSV for ACIS
Resistance at 20°C (68°F) 33 – 39 Ω
NO.1, NO.2

VSV for Vapor Resistance at 20°C (68°F) 33 – 39 Ω

Pressure Sensor

Vapor Power source voltage 4.5 – 5.5 V

Pressure
Sensor
ECT sensor Resistance at –20°C (–4°F) 10 – 20 kΩ
at 0°C (32°F) 4 – 7 kΩ
at 20°C (68°F) 2 – 3 kΩ
at 40°C (104°F) 0.9 – 1.3 kΩ
at 60°C (140°F) 0.4 – 0.7 kΩ
at 80°C (176°F) 0.2 – 0.4 kΩ

Air fuel ratio (A/F) Heater coil resistance at 20°C (68°F) 11 – 16 Ω

sensor

Heated Heater coil resistance at 20°C (68°F) 11 – 16 Ω

oxygen sensor

Fuel cut rpm Fuel return rpm 1,200 rpm

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SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS – ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTION
SS03P–04

TORQUE SPECIFICATION
Part tightened N·m kgf·cm ft·lbf
Fuel pump assembly x Fuel tank 4 40 35 in.·lbf
Fuel filter x Fuel pump bracket 2 20 17 in.·lbf
Delivery pipe x Intake manifold 10 100 7
No.1 fuel pipe x Intake manifold 19.5 200 14
Fuel tank band x Body 39 400 29
Throttle body x Air intake chamber 19.5 200 14
Intake air control valve x Air intake chamber 14.5 145 10
ECT sensor x Water outlet 20 200 14
Knock sensor x Cylinder block 39 400 29
Air–fuel ratio (A/F) sensor (Bank 1, 2 sensor 1) x Exhaust manifold 44 440 31
Heated oxygen sensor (Bank 1 sensor 2) x Exhaust pipe 44 440 31
LH Rear Seat x Body 37 375 27

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SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS – COOLING

COOLING
SS03Q–07

SERVICE DATA
Thermostat Valve opening pressure 80 – 84°C (176 – 183°F)
Valve lift at 95°C (203°F) 10.0 mm (0.394 in.) or more

Radiator cap Relief valve opening pressure STD 93 – 122 kPa (0.95 – 1.25 kgf/cm2, 13.4 – 17.6 psi)
Minimum 78 kPa (0.8 kgf/cm2, 11.2 psi)

Cooling fan Rotating amperage at 20°C (68°F) 8.5 – 11.5 A

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SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS – COOLING
SS03R–06

TORQUE SPECIFICATION
Part tightened N·m kgf·cm ft·lbf
RH engine drain plug x Cylinder block side cover (2WD) 7 70 61 in.·lbf
RH engine drain plug x Union cylinder block (4WD) 13 130 9
LH engine drain plug x Union on cylinder block 13 130 9
Water pump x Cylinder block 8 80 69 in.·lbf
Water inlet x Water inlet housing 8 80 69 in.·lbf
Water inlet pipe x LH cylinder head 19.5 200 14
Radiator support x Body 12.8 130 9
Cooling fan shroud x Radiator 5.0 50 44 in.·lbf
No.2 cooling fan shroud x Radiator 5.0 50 44 in.·lbf
Radiator oil cooler x Radiator lower tank 8.3 85 74 in.·lbf
Radiator inlet pipe x Radiator lower tank 14.7 150 11

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SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS – LUBRICATION

LUBRICATION
SS03S–02

SERVICE DATA
Oil pressure at idle speed 29 kPa (0.3 kgf/cm2, 43 psi) or more
at 3,000 rpm 294 – 539 kPa (3.0 – 5.5 kgf/cm2, 43 – 78 psi)

Oil pump Side clearance STD 0.030 – 0.090 mm (0.0012 – 0.0035 in.)
Maximum 0.15 mm (0.0059 in.)
Body clearance STD 0.250 – 0.325 mm (0.0098 – 0.0128 in.)
Maximum 0.30 mm (0.0118 in.)
Tip clearance STD 0.110 – 0.240 mm (0.0043 – 0.0094 in.)
Maximum 0.35 mm (0.0138 in.)

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SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS – LUBRICATION
SS03T–03

TORQUE SPECIFICATION
Part tightened N·m kgf·cm ft·lbf
Oil pressure switch x Cylinder block 13 130 9
No.2 oil pan x Drain plug 45 460 33
Oil pump x Relief valve plug 49.1 500 36
Oil pump x Cylinder block 10 mm head 8 80 69 in.·lbf
12 mm head 19.5 200 14

Crankshaft position sensor x Oil pump 8 80 69 in.·lbf

Oil pan baffle plate x No.1 oil pan 8 80 69 in.·lbf
No.1 oil pan x Cylinder block 19.5 200 14
No.1 oil pan x Oil pump 10 mm head 8 80 69 in.·lbf
12 mm head 19.5 200 14
No.1 oil pan x Rear oil seal retainer 8 80 69 in.·lbf
No.1 oil pan x Transaxle 37.2 380 27
Oil strainer x Main bearing cap 8 80 69 in.·lbf
Oil strainer x Oil pump 8 80 69 in.·lbf
No.2 oil pan x No.1 oil pan 8 80 69 in.·lbf
Flywheel housing under cover x Transaxle 7.8 80 69 in.·lbf
A/C compressor housing bracket x Cylinder block 25 250 18
PS pump x PS pump bracket 43.1 440 32
PS pump drive belt adjusting strut x PS pump 43.1 440 32
PS pump drive belt adjusting strut x Oil pump 43.1 440 32
WU–TWC x LH exhaust manifold 62 630 46
No.2 front exhaust pipe x WU–TWC 56 560 41
No.2 front exhaust pipe x Front exhaust pipe 56 560 41

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SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS – IGNITION

IGNITION
SS03U–08

SERVICE DATA
Firing order – 1–2–3–4–5–6
Spark plug Recommended spark plug DENSO SK20R11
NGK IFR6A11
Correct electrode gap for new plug 1.0 – 1.1 mm (0.039 – 0.043 in.)
Maximum electrode gap for used plug 1.2 mm (0.047 in.)

Camshaft Resistance at cold 835 – 1,400 Ω

position at hot 1,060 – 1,645 Ω
sensor
Crankshaft Resistance at cold 1,630 – 2,740 Ω
position at hot 2,065 – 3,225 Ω
sensor

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SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS – IGNITION
SS03V–02

TORQUE SPECIFICATION
Part tightened N·m kgf·cm ft·lbf
Spark plug x Cylinder head 18 180 13
Ignition coil x Cylinder head 8 80 69 in.·lbf
Camshaft position sensor x Cylinder head 8 80 69 in.·lbf
Crankshaft position sensor x Oil pump 8 80 69 in.·lbf

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SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS – STARTING

STARTING
SS0PO–02

SERVICE DATA
Starter Rated voltage and output power 12 V 1.4 kW
No–load characteristics Current 90 A or less at 11.5 V
rpm 3,000 rpm or more
Brush length STD 15.5 mm (0.610 in.)
Minimum 8.5 mm (0.335 in.)
Spring installed load STD 17.6 – 23.5 N (1.8 – 2.4 kgf, 3.9 – 5.3 lbf)
Minimum 11.8 N (1.2 kgf, 2.6 lbf)
Commutator
Diameter STD 30.0 mm (1.181 in.)
Minimum 29.0 mm (1.142 in.)
Undercut depth STD 0.6 mm (0.024 in.)
Minimum 0.2 mm (0.008 in.)
Circle runout Maximum 0.05 mm (0.0020 in.)
Magnetic switch
Contact plate for wear Maximum 0.9 mm (0.035 in.)

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SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS – STARTING
SS0PP–01

TORQUE SPECIFICATION
Part tightened N·m kgf·cm ft·lbf
Air cleaner case mounting bolt 5.0 50 44 in.·lbf
Starter mounting bolt 37 380 27
End cover x Field frame 1.5 15 13 in.·lbf
Starter housing x Magnetic switch 5.9 60 52 in.·lbf
Field frame x Armature assembly 5.9 60 52 in.·lbf
Lead wire x Terminal C of starter 5.9 60 52 in.·lbf
Terminal nut x Terminal C of starter 17 170 12
Terminal nut x Terminal 30 of starter 17 170 12
Magnetic switch end cover x Magnetic switch housing 2.5 26 23 in.·lbf

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SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS – CHARGING

CHARGING
SS0PQ–02

SERVICE DATA
Battery Voltage at 20°C (68°F) 12.5 – 12.9 V
Drive belt Tension
New belt 756 – 801 N (77 – 82 kgf)
Used belt 422 – 601 N (43 – 61 kgf)
Alternator Rated output 12 V 120 A
Slip ring diameter STD 14.2 – 14.4 mm (0.559 – 0.567 in.)
Limit 14.0 mm (0.551 in.)
Brush exposed length STD 10.5 mm (0.413 in.)
Limit 4.5 mm (0.177059 in.)
Voltage Regulating voltage 13.2 – 14.0 V
regulator

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SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS – CHARGING
SS0PR–02

TORQUE SPECIFICATION
Part tightened N·m kgf·cm ft·lbf
Bearing retainer x Drive end frame 2.6 27 23 in.·lbf
Coil assembly x Drive end frame 5.8 59 51 in.·lbf
Alternator pulley x Rotor 110.5 1,125 81
Brush holder x Coil assembly 1.8 18 16 in.·lbf
Rear end cover x Coil assembly 4.6 47 41 in.·lbf
Alternator x Alternator bracket 56 570 41
Alternator x Adjusting bar 18 180 13

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SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS – AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE

AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE
SS0EB–09

SERVICE DATA
Line pressure (Wheel locked)
Engine idling
D range 372 – 412 kPa (3.8 – 4.2 kgf/cm2, 54 – 59 psi)
R range 672 – 742 kPa (6.9 – 7.6 kgf/cm2, 97 – 107 psi)
AT stall (Throttle valve fully opened)
D range 931 – 1,031 kPa (9.5 – 10.5 kgf/cm2, 134 – 149 psi)
R range 1,768 – 1,968 kPa (18.0 – 20.1 kgf/cm2, 255 – 284 psi)
Engine stall revolution D range 2,325 – 2,775 rpm
Time lag N → D range Less than 1.2 seconds
N → R range Less than 1.5 seconds

Engine idle speed

(A/C OFF) N range 700 ± 50 rpm
Drive plate runout Max. 0.20 mm (0.0079 in.)
Torque converter runout Max. 0.30 mm (0.0118 in.)
Torque converter installation distance More than 12.75 mm (0.5020 in.)
Differential oil seal drive in depth (LH side, RH side) 1 ± 0.3 mm (0.039 ± 0.012 in.)
Extension housing oil seal drive in depth 1.5 ± 0.4 mm (0.059 ± 0.016 in.)
Shift schedule (LHD)
D range
(Throttle valve fully opened) 1→2 53 – 59 km/h (33 – 37 mph)
2→3 101 – 106 km/h (63 – 66 mph)
3→4 161 – 170 km/h (100 – 106 mph)
4→3 128 – 137 km/h (79 – 85 mph)
3→2 67 – 72 km/h (42 – 45 mph)
2→1 26 – 31 km/h (16 – 19 mph)
(Throttle valve fully closed) 3→4 30 – 35 km/h (19 – 22 mph)
4→3 17 – 22 km/h (11 – 14 mph)
2 range
(Throttle valve fully opened) 1→2 53 – 59 km/h (33 – 37 mph)
3→2 101 – 106 km/h (63 – 66 mph)
2→1 26 – 31 km/h (16 – 19 mph)
L range
(Throttle valve fully opened) 3→2 103 – 108 km/h (64 – 67 mph)
2→1 47 – 52 km/h (29 – 32 mph)

Shift schedule (LHD) Kick–down switch ON

D position
(Throttle valve fully opened) 4→3 154 – 163 km/h (95 – 101 mph)
3→2 94 – 99 km/h (58 – 61 mph)
2→1 42 – 47 km/h (26 – 29 mph)
2 position
(Throttle valve fully opened) 2→1 42 – 47 km/h (26 – 29 mph)

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SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS – AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE

Shift schedule (RHD)

D position
(Throttle valve fully opened) 1→2 53 – 60 km/h (33 – 37 mph)
2→3 101 – 107 km/h (63 – 66 mph)
3→4 161 – 172 km/h (100 – 107 mph)
4→3 154 – 165 km/h (95 – 103 mph)
3→2 94 – 100 km/h (58 – 62 mph)
2→1 42 – 47 km/h (26 – 29 mph)
(Throttle valve fully closed) 3→4 30 – 36 km/h (19 – 22 mph)
4→3 17 – 22 km/h (11 – 14 mph)
2 position
(Throttle valve fully opened) 1→2 53 – 60 km/h (33 – 37 mph)
3→2 103 – 110 km/h (64 – 68 mph)
2→1 42 – 47 km/h (26 – 29 mph)
L position
(Throttle valve fully opened) 3→2 103 – 110 km/h (64 – 68 mph)
2→1 47 – 52 km/h (26 – 32 mph)

Lock–up point (LHD) Throttle valve opening 5 %

O/D gear Lock–up ON 75 – 79 km/h (47 – 49 mph)
Lock–up OFF 70 – 75 km/h (43 – 47 mph)
Lock–up point (RHD) Throttle valve opening 5 %
O/D gear Lock–up ON 75 – 80 km/h (47 – 50 mph)
Lock–up OFF 70 – 76 km/h (43 – 47 mph)

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SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS – AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE
SS0EC–03

TORQUE SPECIFICATION
Part tightened N·m kgf·cm ft·lbf
Input turbine speed sensor x Transaxle case 11 115 8
Counter gear speed sensor x Transaxle case 11 115 8
Neutral start switch Bolt 5.4 55 48 in.·lbf
Nut 6.9 70 61 in.·lbf
Control shaft lever x Control shaft 13 130 9
Shift control cable x Control shaft lever 15 150 11
Solenoid wire x Transaxle case 5.4 55 48 in.·lbf
Valve body x Transaxle case 11 110 8
ATF temperature sensor x Valve body 6.6 67 58 in.·lbf
Oil strainer x Valve body 11 110 8
Oil pan x Transaxle case 7.8 80 69 in.·lbf
Drain plug 49 500 36
Air cooled oil cooler Bolt 7.0 71 62 in.·lbf
Nut 7.0 71 62 in.·lbf
Floor shift lever assembly x Brace 12 120 9
Shift lever anti–rettle cushion x Shift lever plate 1.8 18 16 in.·lbf
Manual detent spring x Shift lever sub–assembly 1.7 17 15 in.·lbf
Shift control unit assembly x Shift lever plate 1.8 18 16 in.·lbf
Lower position indicator housing x Shift lever plate 2.2 23 19 in.·lbf
Shift lever knob cover x Shift lever knob 1.3 14 12 in.·lbf
Shift lever knob x Shift lever sub–assembly 2.2 23 19 in.·lbf
Shift lever plate x Shift lever plate sub–assembly 5.7 58 50 in.·lbf
Starter x Transaxle housing 39 400 29
Exhaust manifold stay (front side) x Exhaust manifold 8 82 71 in.·lbf
Exhaust manifold stay (front side) x Transaxle housing 20 200 15
Exhaust manifold stay (rear side) x Transaxle case 34 350 25
Transaxle housing x Engine block 66 670 48
Flywheel housing under cover x Transaxle housing 8 82 71 in.·lbf
Torque converter x Drive plate 41 420 30
Transaxle housing x Engine block A bolt 48 490 35
B bolt 37 380 27
Drive plate x Crankshaft 83 850 61
RH stiffener plate x Engine 37 380 27
RH stiffener plate x Transfer 37 380 27

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SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS – PROPELLER SHAFT

PROPELLER SHAFT
SS02T–02

SERVICE DATA
Propeller shaft runout Max. 0.8 mm (0.031 in.)
Intermediate shaft runout Max. 0.8 mm (0.031 in.)
Intermediate shaft front flange runout Max. 0.1 mm (0.004 in.)
Intermediate shaft rear flange runout (horizontal direction) Max. 0.1 mm (0.004 in.)
Intermediate shaft rear flange runout (vertical direction) Max. 0.1 mm (0.004 in.)

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SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS – PROPELLER SHAFT
SS02U–02

TORQUE SPECIFICATION
Part tightened N·m kgf·cm ft·lbf
Intermediate shaft x Front center support bearing
1st 181 1,850 134
Loosen nut
2nd 69 700 51
Intermediate shaft x Rear center support bearing
1st 181 1,850 134
Loosen nut
2nd 69 700 51
Front propeller shaft x Intermediate shaft 74 750 54
Rear propeller shaft x Rear differential 74 750 54
Intermediate shaft rear flange x Rear propeller shaft cross groove joint 27 275 20
Front center support bearing x Body 37 375 27
Rear center support bearing x Body 37 375 27

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SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS – SUSPENSION AND AXLE

SUSPENSION AND AXLE

SS0PV–02

SERVICE DATA
215/70R16 Front 230 kPa (2.3 kgf/cm2, 33 psi)
Cold tire inflation Rear 230 kPa (2.3 kgf/cm2, 33 psi)
pressure 225/60R17 (LHD only:) Front 210 kPa (2.1 kgf/cm2, 30 psi)
Rear 210 kPa (2.1 kgf/cm2, 30 psi)
Vehicle height
Front*1 247 mm (9.72 in.)
Rear*2 303 mm (11.93 in.)
Camber –0°24’ ± 45’ (–0.40° ± 0.75°)
Left–right error 45’ (0.75°) or less
Caster 2°09’ ± 45’ (2.15° ± 0.75°)
Left–right error 45’ (0.75°) or less
Front wheel Steering axis inclination 12°16’ ± 45’ (12.27° ± 0.75°)
alignment Left–right error 45’ (0.75°) or less
Toe–in (total) 0°06’ ± 12’ (0.1° ± 0.2°, 1 ± 2 mm, 0.04 ± 0.08 in.)
Rack end length difference 1.5 mm (0.059 in.) or less
Wheel angle
RHD models: Inside wheel 34°17’ ± 1°30’ (34.28° ± 1.5°)
Reference: Outside wheel 30°11’ (30.18°)
LHD models: Inside wheel 30°53’ ± 1°30’ (30.88° ± 1.5°)
Reference: Outside wheel 27°46’ (27.77°)
Camber –0°42’ ± 45’ (–0.70° ± 0.75°)
Left–right error 45’ (0.75°) or less
Rear wheel
Toe–in (total)
alignment
0°18’ ± 12’ (0.3° ± 0.2°, 3 ± 2 mm, 0.12 ± 0.08 in.)
No. 2 lower suspension arm length difference 3.0 mm (0.118 in.) or less
Axle bearing backlash Maximum 0.05 mm (0.0020 in.)
Front axle
Axle hub deviation Maximum 0.05 mm (0.0020 in.)
Drive shaft standard length LH 563.2 ± 2.0 mm (22.173 ± 0.079 in.)
Front drive shaft
RH 914.8 ± 2.0 mm (36.016 ± 0.079 in.)
Lower ball joint turning torque 1.0 – 3.4 N·m (10 – 35 kgf·cm, 8.7 – 30 in.·lbf)
Front suspension
Stabilizer bar link ball joint turning torque 0.05 – 1.0 N·m (0.5 – 10 kgf·cm, 0.4 – 8.7 in.·lbf)
Axle bearing backlash Maximum 0.05 mm (0.0020 in.)
Rear axle
Axle hub deviation Maximum 0.05 mm (0.0020 in.)
Rear drive shaft Drive shaft standard length 607.7 ± 5.0 mm (23.93 ± 0.20 in.)
Rear suspension Stabilizer bar link ball joint turning torque 0.05 – 1.0 N·m (0.5 – 10 kgf·cm, 0.4 – 8.7 in.·lbf)
*1: Front measuring point
Measure the distance from the ground to the center of the front side lower suspension arm mounting bolt.
*2: Rear measuring point
Measure the distance from the ground to the center of the front side strut rod mounting bolt.

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SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS – SUSPENSION AND AXLE

Drive pinion oil seal drive in depth 2.0 mm (0.079 in.)

Side gear shaft oil seal drive in depth 0 mm (0 in.)
Companion flange vertical runout 0.10 mm (0.0039 in.) or less
Companion flange horizontal runout 0.10 mm (0.0039 in.) or less
Ring gear runout 0.07 mm (0.0028 in.) or less
Side gear backlash 0.05 – 0.20 mm (0.0020 – 0.0079 in.)
Drive pinion to ring gear backlash 0.13 – 0.18 mm (0.0051 – 0.0071 in.)
Drive pinion preload (at starting) New bearing 1.1 – 1.7 N·m (11 – 17 kgf·cm, 9.6 – 14.8 in.·lbf)
Reused bearing 0.6 – 0.9 N·m (6 – 9 kgf·cm, 5.2 – 7.8 in.·lbf)
Total preload (Drive pinion preload plus) 0.3 – 0.5 N·m (3 – 5 kgf·cm, 2.6 – 4.3 in.·lbf)

0.93 – 0.97 (0.0366 – 0.0382)

0.98 – 1.02 (0.0386 – 0.0402)
1.03 – 1.07 (0.0406 – 0.0421)
1.08 – 1.12 (0.0425 – 0.0441)
1.13 – 1.17 (0.0445 – 0.0461)
Side gear thrust washer thickness mm (in.)
Rear 1.18 – 1.22 (0.0465 – 0.0480)
differential 1 23 – 1.27
1.23 1 27 (0.0484
(0 0484 – 0.0500)
0 0500)
1.28 – 1.32 (0.0504 – 0.0520)
1.33 – 1.37 (0.0524 – 0.0539)
1.38 – 1.42 (0.0543 – 0.0559)
2.26 – 2.28 (0.0890 – 0.0898)
2.29 – 2.31 (0.0902 – 0.0909)
2.32 – 2.34 (0.0913 – 0.0921)
2.35 – 2.37 (0.0925 – 0.0933)
2.38 – 2.40 (0.0937 – 0.0945)
2.41 – 2.43 (0.0949 – 0.0957)
2.44 – 2.46 (0.0961 – 0.0969)
Side bearing plate washer thickness mm (in.) 2.47 – 2.49 (0.0972 – 0.0980)
2.50 – 2.52 (0.0984 – 0.0992)
2.53 – 2.55 (0.0996 – 0.1004)
2.56 – 2.58 (0.1008 – 0.1016)
2.59 – 2.61 (0.1020 – 0.1028)
2.62 – 2.64 (0.1031 – 0.1039)
2.65 – 2.67 (0.1043 – 0.1051)
2.68 – 2.70 (0.1055 – 0.1063)

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SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS – SUSPENSION AND AXLE

2.21 – 2.23 (0.0870 – 0.0878)

2.24 – 2.26 (0.0882 – 0.0890)
2.27 – 2.29 (0.0894 – 0.0902)
2.30 – 2.32 (0.0906 – 0.0913)
2.33 – 2.35 (0.0917 – 0.0925)
2.36 – 2.38 (0.0929 – 0.0937)
2.39 – 2.41 (0.0941 – 0.0949)
2.42 – 2.44 (0.0953 – 0.0961)
2.45 – 2.47 (0.0965 – 0.0972)
2.48 – 2.50 (0.0976 – 0.0984)
2.51 – 2.53 (0.0988 – 0.0996)
2.54 – 2.56 (0.1000 – 0.1008)
2.57 – 2.59 (0.1012 – 0.1020)
2.60 – 2.62 (0.1024 – 0.1031)
2.63 – 2.65 (0.1035 – 0.1043)
2.66 – 2.68 (0.1047 – 0.1055)
Rear 2.69 – 2.71 (0.1059 – 0.1067)
Drive pinion plate washer thickness mm (in.)
differential 2.72 – 2.74 (0.1071 – 0.1079)
2.75 – 2.77 (0.1083 – 0.1091)
2.78 – 2.80 (0.1094 – 0.1102)
2.81 – 2.83 (0.1106 – 0.1114)
2.84 – 2.86 (0.1118 – 0.1126)
2.87 – 2.89 (0.1130 – 0.1138)
2.90 – 2.92 (0.1142 – 0.1150)
2.93 – 2.95 (0.1154 – 0.1161)
2.96 – 2.98 (0.1165 – 0.1173)
2.99 – 3.01 (0.1177 – 0.1185)
3.02 – 3.04 (0.1189 – 0.1197)
3.05 – 3.07 (0.1201 – 0.1209)
3.08 – 3.10 (0.1213 – 0.1220)
3.11 – 3.13 (0.1224 – 0.1232)
3.14 – 3.16 (0.1236 – 0.1244)
3.17 – 3.19 (0.1248 – 0.1256)
3.20 – 3.22 (0.1260 – 0.1268)

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SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS – SUSPENSION AND AXLE
SS0PW–02

TORQUE SPECIFICATION
Part tightened N·m kgf·cm ft·lbf
FRONT:
Hub nut 103 1,050 76
Tie rod end lock nut 74 750 55
Steering knuckle x Shock absorber 210 2,150 155
Steering knuckle x Brake caliper 107 1,090 79
Steering knuckle x Tie rod end 49 500 36
Axle hub x Front drive shaft 294 3,000 217
Lower ball joint x Lower suspension arm 127 1,300 94
Lower ball joint x Steering knuckle 123 1,250 90
Steering knuckle x Dust cover 8.3 85 74 in.·lbf
Brake reservoir tank set bolt 8.8 90 78 in.·lbf
Suspension support x Body (Front upper suspension brace) 80 820 59
Suspension support x Piston rod 49 500 36
ABS speed sensor set bolt 8.0 82 71 in.·lbf
Flexible hose and ABS speed sensor wire harness x Shock absorber 29 300 21
Lower suspension arm set bolt 206 2,100 152
Stabilizer bar bracket x Suspension member 19 195 14
Stabilizer bar link set nut 39 400 29
REAR:
Hub nut 103 1,050 76
ABS speed sensor x Rear axle carrier 20 200 14
ABS speed sensor wire harness x Shock absorber 5.0 51 44 in.·lbf
Flexible hose x Shock absorber 29 300 21
Axle hub x Rear drive shaft 216 2,200 159
Backing plate set nut 72 730 53
Parking brake cable x Backing plate 8.0 82 71 in.·lbf
Rear axle carrier x Brake caliper 47 475 34
Shock absorber x Rear axle carrier 255 2,600 188
Drain plug 49 500 36
Filler plug 49 500 36
Breather plug 21 210 15
Companion flange x Drive pinion SA–69
Companion flange x Propeller shaft 74 750 54
Rear drive shaft x Side gear shaft 56 570 41
Differential rear mounting bolt 95 970 70
Rear crossmember set bolt 137 1,400 101
Differential carrier x Rear crossmember 103 1,050 76
Rear crossmember x Damper 27 270 20
Differential case x Ring gear 97 985 71
Differential carrier x Side bearing cap 79 800 58
Differential carrier x Differential carrier cover 47 475 34
Oil deflector set bolt 7.4 75 65 in.·lbf
Suspension support x Body 39 400 29

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SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS – SUSPENSION AND AXLE

Suspension support x Piston rod 49 500 36

Parking brake cable bracket set bolt 5.0 51 44 in.·lbf
Exhaust front pipe x Exhaust center pipe 62 630 46
Exhaust center pipe x Exhaust tailpipe 62 630 46
Rear suspension member set nut Front side 83 850 61
Rear side 181 1,850 134

No. 1, No. 2 lower suspension arm x Rear suspension member 113 1,150 83
No. 1, No. 2 lower suspension arm x Rear axle carrier 177 1,800 131
Strut rod x Body 113 1,150 83
Strut rod x Rear axle carrier 123 1,250 91
Stabilizer bar bracket set bolt 19 195 14
Stabilizer bar link set nut 39 400 29

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SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS – BRAKE

BRAKE
SS0PZ–02

SERVICE DATA
BRAKE PEDAL
Brake pedal height (from asphalt sheet) RHD 199.0 – 209.0 mm (7.834 – 8.228in.)
LHD 193.0 – 203.0 mm (7.598 – 7.992 in.)

Brake pedal freeplay 1 – 6 mm (0.04 – 0.24 in.)

Brake pedal reserve distance at 490 N (50 kgf, 110.2 lbf) RHD More than 133 mm (5.24 in.)
LHD More than 122 mm (4.80 in.)
PARKING BRAKE
Parking brake lining thickness for rear disc brake STD 2.0 mm (0.079 in.)
Parking brake lining thickness for rear disc brake Minimum 1.0 mm (0.039 in.)
Parking brake pedal travel at 294 N (30 kgf, 66 lbf) 5 – 7 clicks
Parking brake clearance between rear shoe and lever Less than 0.35 mm (0.0138 in.)
0.3 mm (0.012 in.)
Parking brake adjusting shim thickness for rear disc brake 0.6 mm (0.024 in.)
0.9 mm (0.035 in.)
BRAKE BOOSTER
Brake booster push rod to piston clearance (w/ SST) 0 mm (0 in.)
FRONT BRAKE
Front brake pad thickness STD 11.0 mm (0.433 in.)
Front brake pad thickness Minimum 1.0 mm (0.039 in.)
Front brake disc thickness STD 28.0 mm (1.102 in.)
Front brake disc thickness Minimum 26.0 mm (1.024 in.)
Front brake disc runout
Europ Maximum 0.035 mm (0.0014 in.)
Except Europe Maximum 0.05 mm (0.0020 in.)
REAR BRAKE
Rear brake pad thickness STD 10.0 mm (0.394 in.)
Rear brake pad thickness Minimum 1.0 mm (0.039 in.)
Rear brake disc thickness STD 10.0 mm (0.394 in.)
Rear brake disc thickness Minimum 8.5 mm (0.335 in.)
Rear brake disc runout Maximum 0.15 mm (0.0059 in.)
Rear brake disc inside diameter STD 170 mm (6.69 in.)
Rear brake disc inside diameter Maximum 171 mm (6.73 in.)

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SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS – BRAKE
SS0Q0–02

TORQUE SPECIFICATION
Part tightened N·m kgf·cm ft·lbf
BRAKE PEDAL
Brake pedal x Pedal bracket 37 377 27
PARKING BRAKE PEDAL
Parking brake cable adjusting nut See page BR–8
Pedal bracket x Reinforcement 19 194 14
Pedal bracket x Body (RHD) 19 194 14
Pedal bracket x Body (LHD) 39 400 29
BRAKE MSTER CYLINDER
Master cylinder x Brake booster 13 130 9
Reservoir x Bracket 8.8 90 78 in.·lbf
Inlet union set screw (RHD except for Europe) 1.8 18 16 in.·lbf
BRAKE BOOSTER
Brake booster clevis lock nut 26 265 19
Brake booster x Pedal bracket 13 130 9
FRONT BRAKE
Front brake caliper installation bolt 34 350 25
Bleeder plug 8.3 85 74 in.·lbf
Front disc brake torque plate x Steering knuckle 107 1,090 79
Front disc brake caliper x Flexible hose 29 300 21
Flexible hose x Front speed sensor harness clamp x Shock absorber 29 300 21
REAR BRAKE
Rear disc brake caliper installation bolt 20 200 14
Rear disc brake caliper main pin installation bolt 26 270 20
Rear disc brake caliper x Flexible hose 29 300 21
Rear disc brake torque plate x Rear axle carrier 47 475 34
Bleeder plug 8.3 85 74 in.·lbf
BRAKE ACTUATOR
Brake actuator x Actuator bracket 5.4 55 48 in.·lbf
Brake actuator bracket x Body 19 195 14
SPEED SENSOR
Front speed sensor installation bolt 8.0 82 71 in.·lbf
Front speed sensor harness clamp x Body 5.0 55 48 in.·lbf
Rear speed sensor harness clamp bolt 5.0 55 48 in.·lbf
Rear speed sensor installation bolt 20 200 14
BRAKE LINE
Brake line union nut 15 155 11

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SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS – STEERING

STEERING
SS05R–06

SERVICE DATA
DRIVE BELT

Drive belt deflection New belt 7 – 9 mm (0.28 – 0.35 in.)

Used belt 10 – 12 mm (0.39 – 0.47 in.)

Drive belt tension New belt 690 – 780 N (70 – 80 kgf)

Used belt 350 – 490 N (35 – 50 kgf)

POWER STEERING FLUID

Fluid level rise Maximum 5 mm (0.20 in.)
Fluid pressure at idle speed with valve closed Minimum 7,845 kPa (80 kgf/cm2, 1,138 psi)
STEERING WHEEL
Steering wheel freeplay Maximum 30 mm (1.18 in.)
Steering effort at idle speed (Reference) 5.9 N·m (60 kgf·cm, 52 in.·lbf)
POWER STEERING VANE PUMP
Vane pump rotating torque 0.3 N·m (2.8 kgf·cm, 2.4 in.·lbf) or less
Oil clearance between pump shaft and bushing STD 0.03 – 0.05 mm (0.0012 – 0.0020 in.)
Oil clearance between pump shaft and bushing Maximum 0.07 mm (0.0028 in.)

Vane plate height Minimum 8.6 mm (0.339 in.)

Vane plate thickness Minimum 1.397 mm (0.0550 in.)
Vane plate length Minimum 14.991 mm (0.5902 in.)
Clearance between the rotor groove and plate Maximum 0.035 mm (0.0014 in.)
Vane plate length Pump rotor and cam ring mark
NONE 14.999 – 15.001 mm (0.59051 – 0.59059 in.)
1 14.997 – 14.999 mm (0.59043 – 0.59051 in.)
2 14.995 – 14.997 mm (0.59035 – 0.59043 in.)
3 14.993 – 14.995 mm (0.59027 – 0.59035 in.)
4 14.991 – 14.993 mm (0.59020 – 0.59027 in.)
Spring free length Minimum 32.3 mm (1.272 in.)
POWER STEERING GEAR
Steering rack runout Maximum 0.03 mm (0.0118 in.)
Total preload (Control valve rotating torque) (Turning) 0.8 – 1.4 N·m (8 – 14 kgf·cm, 6.9 – 12.2 in.·lbf)
*: For use with belt tension gauge

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SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS – STEERING
SS05S–06

TORQUE SPECIFICATION
Part tightened N·m kgf·cm ft·lbf
STEERING COLUMN
Column tube support x Column tube 19 190 14
Turn signal bracket x Column Tube 4 40 35 in.·lbf
Universal joint assembly x Main shaft assembly 36 370 27
Steering column assembly set nut 26 260 19
Intermediate shaft sub–assembly x Universal joint assembly 36 370 27
Intermediate shaft sub–assembly x Control valve shaft 36 370 27
Steering wheel set nut 36 370 27
Steering wheel pad set screw (Torx screw) 8.8 90 78 in.·lbf
POWER STEERING VANE PUMP
Rear housing X Front housing 24 240 17
Pressure port union 83 850 62
Suction port union set bolt 13 130 9
Front bracket x Rear bracket 43 440 32
Vane pump pulley set nut 43 440 32
Pump assembly set bolt Bolt A 29 (43) 300 (440) 22 (32)
Bolt B 43 440 32
Oil pressure switch 21 210 15
PS pump assembly x Pressure feed tube 52 530 38
POWER STEERING GEAR
Control valve housing set bolt 18 180 13
Selt–locking nut 25 250 18
Rack housing cap 59 600 43
Rack guide spring cap lock nut 50 (69) 510 (700) 37 (51)
Rack x Rack end 60 (83) 610 (850) 44 (61)
Tie rod end lock nut 74 750 54
Turn pressure tube union nut 12 (13) 120 (130) 9 (9)
PS gear assembly set bolt and nut 181 1,850 134
Pressure feed and return tubes x Control valve housing 23 (25) 230 (250) 17 (18)
Clamp plate set bolt 7.8 80 69 in.·lbf
Clamp plate set nut 9.8 100 7
( ): For use without SST

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SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS – SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM

SS0FC–06

TORQUE SPECIFICATION
Part tightened N·m kgf·cm ft·lbf
Steering wheel 36 360 26
Steering wheel pad 7.1 72 63 in.·lbf
Front passenger airbag assembly x Instrument panel 5.6 57 50 in.·lbf
Front passenger airbag assembly x Instrument panel reinforcement 20 205 15
Front seat x Body 37 375 27
Front seat cushion assembly x Front seat adjuster 18 183 13
Side airbag assembly x Seatback frame 5.5 56 48 in.·lbf
Airbag sensor assembly 21 210 15
Front airbag sensor 20 205 15
Front seat outer belt retractor Upper Bolt: 7.4 75 65 in.·lbf
Front seat outer belt retractor Lower Bolt: 41 420 30
Side airbag sensor assembly 21 210 15

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SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS – BODY ELECTRICAL

BODY ELECTRICAL
SS0CN–08

SERVICE DATA
SPEEDOMETER (ON–VEHICLE)
USA:
Standard indication (mph) Allowable range (mph)
20 18 – 24
40 38 – 44
60 56 – 66
80 78 – 88
100 98 – 110
120 118 – 132
CANADA:
Standard indication (km/h) Allowable range (km/h)
20 17 – 24
40 38 – 46
60 57.5 – 67
80 77 – 88
100 96 – 109
120 115 – 130
160 134 – 151.5
TACHOMETER (ON–VEHICLE)/ DC 13.5 V 25 °C at (77 °F)
Standard indication Allowable range
700 630 – 770
1,000 900 – 1,100
2,000 1,850 – 2,150
3,000 2,800 – 3,200
4,000 3,800 – 4,200
5,000 4,800 – 5,200
6,000 5,750 – 6,250
7,000 6,700 – 7,300
FUEL MAIN SENDER GAUGE
Float position mm (in.) Resistance (Ω)
F: Approx. 12.2 (0.480) ± 3 (0.12) Approx. 2.0 ± 1.0
E: Approx. 110.8 (4.362) ± 3 (0.12) Approx. 43.3 ± 1.0
FUEL SUB SENDER GAUGE
Float position mm (in.) Resistance (Ω)
F: Approx. 11.1 (0.437) ± 3 (0.12) Approx. 2.0 ± 1.0
E: Approx. 159.6 (6.283) ± 3 (0.12) Approx. 63.7 ± 1.0

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SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS – BODY

BODY
SS0QP–02

TORQUE SPECIFICATION
Part tightened N·m kgf·cm ft·lbf
FRONT BUMPER – – –
Front bumper reinforcement x Body 27 275 20
Reinforcement extension x Body 8.0 82 71 in.·lbf
REAR BUMPER – – –
Rear bumper reinforcement x Body 27 275 20
HOOD – – –
Hood support x Hood 22 225 16
Hood support x Body 20 205 15
Hood x Hood hinge 13 133 10
Hood x Auxiliary catch hook 7.0 71 62 in.·lbf
Hood lock x Body 8.0 82 71 in.·lbf
FRONT DOOR – – –
Door hinge x Body 23 235 17
Door hinge x Door panel 27 275 20
Door lock striker x Body 23 235 17
Door lock x Door panel 5.0 51 44 in.·lbf
Outside handle x Door panel 5.5 56 49 in.·lbf
Door check x Door panel 5.5 56 49 in.·lbf
Door check x Body 27 275 20
Window regulator x Door panel 11 112 8
Door glass x Window regulator 5.5 56 49 in.·lbf
REAR DOOR – – –
Door hinge x Body 26 265 19
Door hinge x Door panel 27 275 20
Door lock striker x Body 23 235 17
Outside handle x Door panel 5.5 56 49 in.·lbf
Door check x Door panel 5.5 56 49 in.·lbf
Door check x Body 27 275 20
Door lock x Door panel 5.0 51 44 in.·lbf
Window regulator x Door panel 11 112 8
Door glass x Window regulator 5.5 56 49 in.·lbf
BACK DOOR – – –
Door hinge x Door panel 8.0 82 71 in.·lbf
Door hinge x Body 12 122 9
Door stay x Door panel 8.0 82 71 in.·lbf
Door stay x Body 8.0 82 71 in.·lbf
Door lock striker x Body 23 235 17
Back door garnish x Door panel 5.5 56 49 in.·lbf
Outside handle x Door panel 5.5 56 49 in.·lbf
Door lock x Door panel 13 133 10
Door lock actuator x Door panel 5.5 56 49 in.·lbf
Door lock control x Door panel 5.5 56 49 in.·lbf
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SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS – BODY

Key cylinder x Door panel 5.5 56 49 in.·lbf

Rear wiper motor x Door panel Inner Side 5.0 51 44 in.·lbf
Outer Side 12 122 9
Rear wiper arm x Door panel 5.5 56 49 in.·lbf
OUTSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR – – –
Outside rear view mirror x Door panel 8.0 82 71 in.·lbf
FRONT WIPER AND WASHER – – –
Wiper motor x Wiper link 5.5 56 49 in.·lbf
Wiper link assembly x Body 7.0 71 62 in.·lbf
Wiper arm x Wiper link assembly 24 245 18
REAR WIPER AND WASHER – – –
Wiper motor x Door panel Inner Side 5.0 51 44 in.·lbf
Outer Side 12 122 9
Wiper arm x Wiper motor 5.5 56 49 in.·lbf
ROOF DRIP SIDE FINISH MOULDING – – –
Front roof drip side finish moulding x Body 6.9 70 61 in.·lbf
Roof drip side finish moulding x Body 6.9 70 61 in.·lbf
SLIDING ROOF – – –
Sliding roof housing x Body 5.5 56 49 in.·lbf
Bracket x body 8.0 82 71 in.·lbf
Bracket x Sliding roof housing 8.0 82 71 in.·lbf
Sliding roof glass x Drive cable 5.5 56 49 in.·lbf
INSTRUMENT PANEL – – –
Front passenger airbag assembly x Reinforcement 20 205 15
Front passenger airbag assembly x Safety pad 5.6 57 50 in.·lbf
FRONT SEAT – – –
Front seat inner belt x Seat track 42 430 31
Seatback assembly x Seat track 37 375 27
Seat cushion assembly x Seat track 18 184 13
Seat track x Body 37 375 27
Reclining seat adjuster assembly x No. 2 Vertical seat link sub–assembly 29 300 22
vertical seat link sub–assembly x Seat track assembly 26 270 20
Reclining seat adjuster assembly x Seat track assembly 19 200 14
REAR SEAT (LH) – – –
Rear seat inner belt x Seat track 42 430 31
Seatback assembly x Seat track 55 560 41
Seat cushion assembly x Seatback assembly 37 375 27
Seat cushion assembly x Seat track 18 184 13
Seat track x Body 37 375 27
REAR SEAT (RH) – – –
Reclining connecting rod x Seat track 18 184 13
Rear seat inner belt x Reclining connecting rod 42 430 31
Armrest assembly x Seatback frame 18 184 13
Seatback assembly x Seat track 55 560 41
Seat cushion assembly x Seatback assembly 37 375 27
Seat cushion assembly x Seat track 18 184 13
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SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS – BODY

Seat track x Body 37 375 27

Rear seat outer center belt x Seatback assembly 42 430 31
Rear seat outer center belt x Reclining connecting pipe 42 430 31
SEAT BELT – – –
Adjustable anchor x Body 42 430 31
Front seat outer belt shoulder anchor x Body 42 430 31
Front seat outer belt floor anchor x Body 42 430 31
Front seat outer belt retractor x Body Upper bolt 7.5 76 66 in.·lbf
Lower bolt 42 430 31
Front seat inner belt x Seat track 42 430 31
Rear seat outer belt shoulder anchor x Body 42 430 31
Rear seat outer belt floor anchor x Body 42 430 31
Rear seat outer belt retractor x Body 42 430 31
Rear seat inner belt x Rear seat 42 430 31
Rear seat inner center belt x Floor 42 430 31
Rear center tongue side belt x Floor 42 430 31
Rear seat outer center belt x Seatback assembly 42 430 31
Rear seat outer center belt x Reclining connecting pipe 42 430 31

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SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS – AIR CONDITIONING

AIR CONDITIONING
SS0Q5–01

SERVICE DATA
Refrigerant charge volume 650 ± 50 g (21.16 ± 1.76 oz.)
Drive belt tension New belt 165 ± 26 lbf
Used belt 88 ± 11 lbf

Idle–up sspeed
Idle–u eed Magnetic clutch not engaged 700 ± 50 rpm
Magnetic
g clutch engaged
g g (at
( coolingg fan running
g ”LO” mode)) 700 ± 50 rpm
Magnetic clutch engaged (at cooling fan running ”HI” mode) 730 ± 50 rpm
Magnetic clutch clearance 0.5 ± 0.15 mm (0.020 ± 0.0059 in.)

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SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS – AIR CONDITIONING
SS0Q6–02

TORQUE SPECIFICATION
Part tightened N·m kgf·cm ft·lbf
Alternator x Engine (Pivot bolt) 56 570 41
Alternator x Engine (Adjusting lock bolt) 18 185 13
Drive belt adjusting bar bracket x Adjusting bar 18 185 13
Drive belt adjusting bar bracket x Compressor 25 250 18
Compressor x Engine 25 250 18
Compressor x Discharge hose 10 100 7
Compressor x Suction hose 10 100 7
Pressure plate x Compressor 13.2 135 9
Condenser x Discharge hose 10 100 7
Condenser x Liquid tube 10 100 7
Wiper motor and link assembly x Body 7.0 71 62 in.·lbf
Wiper arm x Wiper motor and link assembly 20 205 15
A/C unit x LIquid and suction tube 10 100 7
Expansion valve x Tube and accessory 4.1 42 36 in.·lbf
Tube and accessory x Evaporator 4.1 42 36 in.·lbf
Front passenger air bag x Reinforcement 20 205 15
Pressure switch x Liquid tube 10 100 7
Suction line (Piping joint) 32 330 24

LEXUS RX300 (RM785E)