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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE 2-25

Periodic Maintenance Procedures

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Using the pry point [A], remove the water pump cover [B].

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Remove the oil filter [A].

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Replace the oil filter with a new one.

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Apply grease to the grom met.

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Be sure to install the filter with the grommet [A] facing

inside as shown.

CAUTION

Inside–out installation stop oil flow, causing engine

seizure.

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Install the spring [A] and dowel pins [B].

Replace the pump cover gasket [C] with a new one.

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Apply grease to the pump cover gasket.

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Install the water pump cover and water pipe (see Cooling

System chapter).

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Tighten:

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Apply a non-permanent locking agent to two cover bolts

(see Cooling System chapter).

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Tighten two cover bolt with the washer (see Cooling Sys-

tem chapter).

Torque - Water Pump Cover Bolts : 9.8 N·m (1.0 kgf·m, 87

in·lb)

Water Pump Cover Bolts (with washer) : 7.0 N·m

(0.7 kgf·m, 61 in·lb)

Coolant Drain Plug : 7 .0 N·m (0.7 kgf·m, 61 in·lb)

Water Pipe Bolt : 9.8 N·m (1.0 kgf·m , 87 in·lb)

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Pour in the specified type and amount of oil (see Engine

Oil Change) and coolant (see Cooling System chapter).