High Strength Steel (HSS)
High strength steel is used for body panels in order to reduce vehicle weight.
Accordingly, precautions in repairing automotive bodies made of high strength steel are described below:
Tensile strength |
Major applicable parts |
440 - 780 MPa |
|
980 - 1350 MPa |
|
Read the following precautions when repairing HSS:
When heating is unavoidable, do not heat HSS parts above 550°C (1,022°F).
Verify heating temperature with a thermometer.
(Crayon-type and other similar type thermometer are appropriate.)
Instead, use a saw to avoid weakening surrounding areas due to heat. If gas (torch) cutting is unavoidable, allow a minimum margin of 50 mm (1.97 in).
If spot welding is impossible, use MIG. welding. Do not use gas (torch) for welding because it is inferior in welding strength.
Therefore, when cutting spot welds on a HSS panel, use a low speed high torque drill (1,000 to 1,200 rpm) to increase drill bit durability and facilitate the operation.
Always note the following when spot welding HSS:
Handling of Ultra High Strength Steel Plate Parts
PROHIBITION OF CUT AND CONNECTION
Never cut and Joint the stiffener front side member (front floor inside frame parts) because its material is high strength steel plate (ultra high strength steel plate).
The front floor assembly must be replaced if this part is damaged.
Front power window switch (passenger side)
Description
Front power window motor RH will be operated if front power window switch RH
is operated.
Component Function Check
1. CHECK FRONT POWER WINDOW SWITCH RH FUNCTION
Check front power window motor RH operation with front power window switch RH.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES ...
Steering wheel
Exploded View
Steering wheel
Removal and Installation
REMOVAL
Set the front wheels and tires in the straight-ahead position.
Remove driver air bag module. Refer to SR-12, "Removal and
Installation"
Remove steering wheel bolt.
Disconnect harn ...
Engine compartment
CAUTIONNever use a fuse of a higher or lower
amperage rating than specified on the
fuse box cover. This could damage the
electrical system or cause a fire.
Two types of fuses are used. Type A is used in
the fuse boxes in the engine compartment. Type
B is used in the passe ...