REMOVAL
Remove fuel filler base assembly. Refer to Removal and Installation.
Rotate and disengage fuel filler lid lock assembly
fixing pawls according to the numerical order 1→2 indicated by arrows as shown in the figure, and then remove fuel filler lid lock assembly.

![]() | : Pawl |
![]() | : Vehicle front |
INSTALLATION
Note the following item, and then install in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
After installation, check fuel filler lid base assembly open/close operation.
Inspection
WARNING:
OIL LEAKAGE
Make sure that oil is not leaking from final drive assembly or around it.
OIL LEVEL
Remove engine under cover. Refer to Exploded View.
CAUTION:
The ignition switch OFF while checking oil level.
Oil level should be level with bottom of filler plug mounting hole. Add gear oil if ...
Removal and Installation
REMOVAL
Remove front door finisher. Refer to Removal and Installation.
Remove front door inside handle fixing screws .
Remove front door inside handle fixing pawls, and then remove front door inside handle.
:Pawl
INSTALLATION
Note the following items, and then install in the reverse order o ...
Inspection
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Move joint up/down, left/right, and in the axial direction. Check for any rough movement or significant looseness.
Check boot for cracks or other damage, and also for grease leakage.
If a malfunction is found, disassemble drive shaft, and then replace with new one.
INSPECT ...