Note:
The strut assembly DOES NOT have to be removed from the vehicle to perform the following inspection procedure.
Note:
A light film of oil on the top portion of the strut is normal. DO NOT replace the strut for this condition.
Condition 1
Oil or fluid residue only on the bottom of the strut tube or on other strut components and not originating from the shaft seal, is not a strut related problem. DO NOT replace the strut, look for other external leaks.
Condition 2
Light film/residue on the strut tube, but not on the spring seat and originating from the shaft seal, is a NORMAL condition. DO NOT replace the strut.
Condition 3
Oil drip or trail down the strut tube and originating from the shaft seal, is an ABNORMAL condition. Replace the strut.
Condition 4
Extreme wet film of oil covering the strut tube and pooling in the spring seat and originating from the shaft seal, is an ABNORMAL condition. Replace the strut.
InspectionNote:
The strut assembly DOES NOT have to be removed from the vehicle to perform the following inspection procedure.
Mobile Telephone Microphone Replacement
Mobile Telephone Microphone Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the dome lamp bezel. Refer to Dome Lamp
Bezel Replacement.
1
Mobile Telephone Microphone
Procedure ...
Instrument Panel Lower Compartment Replacement
Instrument Panel Lower Compartment Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Open the instrument panel lower compartment to the full open position.
Disconnect the instrument panel compartment dampener from t ...
Blower Motor Resistor Replacement
Blower Motor Resistor Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the instrument panel insulator, if equipped.
1
Blower Motor Resistor Screw (Qty: 2)
Caution: Refer ...