Category: Cooling

Cooling Illustrated Index System is under high pressure when the engine is hot. To avoid danger of releasing scalding engine coolant, remove the cap only when the engine is cool. Total Cooling System Capacity: Including expansion tank 2.1 (2.2 US qt. 1.8 Imp qt) 5 M/T: 16.0 (17.0 US qt, 14.1 Imp qt) 4 A/T: […]

Inspection Replacement 1. Remove the timing belt (see page 6-15) (’91-’93) or (’94-’96). 2. Check that the water pump pulley turns counterclock- wise. 3. Check for signs of seal leakage. NOTE: A small amount of “weeping” from the bleed hole is normal. Turns counterclockwise BLEED HOLEBLEED HOLE 1. Remove the timing belt (see page 6-15 […]

Engine Coolant Refilling and Bleeding CAUTION: When pouring engine coolant, be sure to shut the relay box lid and not let coolant spill on the electrical parts or the paint. If any coolant spills, rinse it off immediately. NOTE: • Perform this maintenance when the engine is cool. • Before replacing the coolant, turn the […]

Thermostat Replacement NOTE: Use new gaskets and O-rings when reassem- bling. ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE (ECT) GAUGE SENDING UNIT 9 N-m (0.9 kg-m, 7 Ib-ft) Apply liquid gasket to the threads. WATER PASSAGE 8 x 1.25 mm 22 N-m (2.2 kg-m, 16 Ib-ft) BLEED BOLT 10 N-m (1.0 kg-m, 7 Ib-ft) 6 x 1.0 mm 12 […]

Water Pump Illustrated Index NOTE: Use new O-rings and new special bolts when reassembling. 8 x 1.25 mm 22 N-m (2.2 kg-m 16 Ib-ft) ECT SWITCH 18 N-m (1.8 kg-m, 13 Ib-ft) ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE (ECT) GAUGE SENDING UNIT 9 N-m (0.9 kg-m, 7 Ib-ft) Apply liquid gasket to the threads. BLEED BOLT 10 N-m […]

Radiator Replacement 1. Remove the spare tire. 2. Drain the radiator (see page 10-5 thru 10-7). 3. Disconnect the fan motor connector and the resistor connector. 4. Remove the upper and lower hoses from the radiator. 5. Remove the bracket and the radiator. Install the radiator in the reverse order of removal: NOTE: • Set […]

Expansion Tank Cap Testing 1. Remove the expansion tank cap, wet its seal with engine coolant, then install it on the pressure tester. 2. Apply a pressure of 95-125 kPa (0.95-1.25 kg/cm2, 14-18 psi). 3. Check for a drop in pressure. PRESSURE TESTER ADAPTOR (for 32 mm neck) EXPANSION TANK CAP Testing 1. Wait until […]