
IN-4 INTROD UCTION - Identification Information, General Repair Instructions
IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION
ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER
The engine serial number is stamped on the left side of the
cylinder block.
GENERAL REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS
1. Use fender, seat and floor covers to keep the vehicle clean
and prevent damage.
2. During disassembly, keep parts in order to facilitate
reassembly.
3. Observe the following :
(al Before performing electrical work, disconnect the
negative cable from the battery terminal.
(b) If it is necessary to disconnect the battery for inspec•
tion or repair, always disconnect the cable from the
negative (-1 terminal which is grounded to the vehi-
cle body.
(c) To prevent damage to the battery terminal post,
loosen the terminal nut and raise the cable straight up
without twisting or prying it
(d) Clean the battery terminal posts and cable terminals
with a shop rag . Do not scrape them with a file or
other abrasive object
(e) Install the cable terminal to the battery po st with the
nut loose, and tighten the nut af t er installation . Do
not use a hammer to tap the terminal onto the post
(f) Be sure lhe cover for the positive (+) terminal is pro-
perly in place.
4 . Check hose and wiring connectors to make sure that they
are secure and correct .
5. Always replace cotte r pins gaskets and 0-rings with new
ones.
6. When necessary, use sealer on gaskets to prevent leaks.
7. Carefully observe all specifications for bolt tightening tor-
ques. Always use a torque wrench .
8. Use ot special service tools (SST! may be required ,
depending on the nature of the repair. Be sure to use SST
where specified and follow the proper work procedure . A
list of SST can be found at the back of this manual.
9 . When replacing fuses, be sure the new fuse ls the correct
amperage. 00 NOT exceed the fuse amp rating or use one
of a lower rating .
10 . Care must be taken when jacking up and suppo rt ing the
vehicle. Be sure to lift and support the vehicle at the
proper locations .
(al If the vehicle is to be jacked up only at the front or
rear end, be sure to block the wheels in order to
ensure safety.
(bl After the vehicle is jacked up, be sure to support it on
stands . It is extremely dangerous to do any work on
the vehicle raised 011Jack alone, ,iven for a small job
that can be r,n,shou quickly
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11. Observe the following precautions to avoid damage to the
parts:
(a) To disconnect vacuum hoses, pull on the end, not the
middle of the hose.
(b) To pull apart electrical connectors, pull on the con-
nector itself. not the wires.
(cl Be careful not to drop electrical components, such as
sensors or relays. If they are dropped on a hard floor,
they should be replaced and not reused.
(d) When steam cleaning an engine. protect the air filter
and injection pump fr om water .
(e) Never use an impact wrench to remove or install ther-
mo switches or thermo sensors.
(f) When check ing continuity at the wire connector,
insert the tester probe carefully to prevent term inals
from bendinp.
(gl When using a vacuum gauge, never force the hose
onto a connector that is too large. Use a step-down
adapter instead. Once the hose has been stretched, it
may leak. ·
12. After removing and reinstalling the injection pump and fuel
hoses, clean off the fuel on engine components. In par-
ticular, be sure to check the radiator hose and by-pass
hose, because deterioration occurs easily if they come into
contact with fue l.