Auto maintenance info– category –

Tighten the relevant bolts to the newly specified tightening torque. If the bolt is loose, replace it with a new one Description of defect Some bolts fastening the torque converter to the drive plate in the automatic transmission may loo...

Replace the intake manifold with a countermeasure Description of defect Due to an inadequate plug fixing method for plugging the casting holes in the intake manifold of some diesel engines, the heat from the EGR gas may cause thermal def...

Change the generator start-up circuit on the printed circuit board to a countermeasure circuit Description of defect Due to an inadequate printed circuit board for the generator start-up circuit on the back of the combination meter, the ...

Replace the fusible link with a countermeasure fusible link with increased capacity Description of defect The capacity setting of the fusible link for the radiator fan and condenser fan is incorrect, so when the fan in question rotates a...

Updeta the engine ECU programme Description of defect Due to an inappropriate O2 sensor failure assessment programme in the control unit (engine ECU) that controls the engine, there is a risk that the engine warning light may come on whe...

Replace the O-ring Description of defect In the power transmission system, some O-rings in the transfer unit that transmits power from the transmission to the rear wheels are poorly assembled (twisted, scratched, etc.), which may cause o...

Replace the rear axle housing with an improved one Description of defect Some rear axle housings have a low welding strength margin against excessive input, and repeated severe driving, such as off-road driving or riding over large bumps...

Replace the parking position detection switch with a countermeasure Description of defect In the shift lock mechanism of automatic transmissions, the contact structure of the switch that detects the parking position of the selector lever...

Replace pump motor and gasket Description of defect During maintenance work such as replenishing or replacing brake fluid, brake fluid may accidentally adhere to the hydraulic braking system (hydraulic brake booster) and the adhering bra...

Replace the fan controller with a countermeasure Description of defect In radiator fan controllers, cracks may occur in the solder section during use due to improper soldering of the IC leads. This may result in non-operation or continuo...