Purpose/Function
The hood is constructed with a large space between the front end of the hood and the engine to absorb an impact.
Construction
The hood stiffener positioned at the front end of the hood is shaped so that it collapses easily during an impact. In addition, there is an impact absorbing space which facilitates impact absorption.
The large space between the hood and the engine facilitates impact absorption.

Front Outer Handle Removal/Installation
Hood AdjustmentDoor Adjustment
1. Measure the gap and height difference between the door and the body.
2. Loosen the door hinge installation bolts and adjust the door.
Standard clearance
a: 2.8?3.8 mm {0.12?0.14 in}
b: -1.0?1.0 mm {-0.039?0.039 in}
c: 2.5?4.5 mm {0.10?0.17 in}
d: -1.0?1.0 m ...
Automatic Transaxle Fluid (ATF) Replacement [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
WARNING:
Do not perform the servicing while the ATF is hot. Otherwise, it could cause
severe burns or serious injury.
1. Remove the front under cover No.2..
2. Remove the dipstick securing bolt.
3. Remove the dipstick.
4. Remove the drain plug and washer, and drain the ATF ...
Knee Bolster Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Driver-side front scuff plate.
b. Driver-side front side trim.
c. Switch panel.
d. Decoration panel.
e. Shift lever knob (MTX).
f. Front console box.
g. Shift panel.
h. Upper panel.
i. Rear console.
j. ...