Always make sure individuals and objects are clear of the tailgate before opening or closing it.
■ Opening the tailgate
• Open the tailgate all the way.
►If it is not fully opened, the tailgate may begin to close under its own
weight.
• Be careful when it is windy. The wind may cause the tailgate to close.
■ Closing the tailgate
Keep the tailgate closed while driving to:
►Avoid possible damage.
►Prevent exhaust gas from leaking into the vehicle.
Be careful not to put your hands between the tailgate and the cargo area when closing the tailgate.
When you are storing or picking up luggage from the cargo area while the engine is idling, do not stand in front of the exhaust pipe. You may get burned.
Do not allow any passenger in the cargo space. They may get hurt during hard braking, a sudden acceleration, or a crash.
Transmission End Cover ATF Feed Pipe Replacement (A/T)
Remove the snap ring (A), the 3rd clutch feed pipe (B), and the feed pipe
flange (C) from the end cover (D).
Install a new O-ring (E) over the 3rd clutch feed pipe.
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Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles)
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could
cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic
Safety Administration (NHTSA) in ...
Servo Body Disassembly, Inspection, and Reassembly (A/T)
Clean all parts thoroughly in solvent, and dry them with compressed air.
Blow out all passages.
Inspect the servo body for scoring and damage.
Check all valves for fre ...