| Inspection |
Battery Voltage and Status
Check the battery voltage and status using the battery tester.
Battery Terminal
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Move back and forth to check that the battery terminals (A) are loose or corroded.If the terminals are corroded, clean them.
If battery positive connection is loose, disconnect ground(GND) cable first before attempting to remove or tighten plus connection, to prevent personal injury. |
| 2. |
If the battery clamp on battery positive (+) terminal is not seated securely:
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| 3. |
If the battery clamp on battery negative (-) terminal is not seated securely:
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Battery Condition
Check the battery for damage or deformation. If severe damage, deformation or leakage is found, replace the battery.
Repair procedures Inspection 1. Remove the air cleaner element. 2. Check that the air filter is excessively dirty.
Repair procedures Inspection Radiator hoses 1. Check radiator hoses for the following (1) Improper attachment (2) Leaks (3) Cracks (4) Damage (5) Loose connections (6) Chafing (7) Deterioration Coolant level 1.
Repair procedures Removal 1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Remove the front bumper assembly. (Refer to Body - "Front Bumper Assembly") 3. Remove the front fog lamp assembly (A) after loosening the mounting screws.
Repair procedures Replacement 1. Remove the condenser. 2. Remove the cap (B) on the bottom of the condenser with L wrench (A). Tightening torque : 2.7~3.2 N.m (0.28~0.