Specifications

Engine Shield Replacement

Preliminary Procedure
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
Tighten 40 N·m (30 lb ft)
Front Compartment Insulator Replacement

Preliminary Procedure
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
Tighten 3 N·m (3 lb in)
Front Compartment Splash Shield Replacement

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
Tighten 3 N·m (27 lb in)
Ultra High Strength Dual Phase Steel
Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame ReplacementIntermediate Steering Shaft Replacement
Removal Procedure
Turn the steering wheel to the straight forward position and support it
from movement
Remove the 2 intermediate steering shaft bolts (1).
Remove the intermediate steering shaft (1).
Installation Procedure
Install the intermediate steering shaft ...
How Does an Airbag Restrain?
In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions, even belted occupants
can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel. In moderate to severe side
collisions, even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle.
Airbags supplement the protection provided by safety belts ...
Installation Procedure
Cut the front end upper tie bar in corresponding locations to fit the
remaining original panel. The sectioning joint should be trimmed
to allow a gap of one-and-one-half-times the metal thickness at the
sectioning joint.
Create a 50 mm (2 in) backing plate from the unused portion of ...