The antenna can be removed.
Removing the antenna
Place the included wrench around the antenna.
When not in use, the wrench is stored in glove box.
Loosen the antenna with the wrench and remove it.
Installing the antenna
Tighten the antenna by one hand until it will not turn any more.
Using the wrench, tighten the antenna an additional 1/8th turn (20 to 45 degrees) to secure it in place.
After tightening the antenna, remove the wrench.
About the wrench
After using the included wrench, store it in the glove box for safekeeping.
NOTICE
To avoid damaging the antenna
Remove the antenna in the following situations.
• When using an automatic carwash.
• When the antenna will touch the ceiling of a garage, etc.
• When covering the vehicle with a car cover.
Removing the antenna
• For normal driving, make sure the antenna is installed.
• When removing the antenna to use an automatic carwash, etc., be careful not to lose the antenna. Also, make sure to reinstall the antenna before driving the vehicle.
Using the wrench
• When installing or removing the antenna, use the included wrench.
• Be careful not to scratch or damage the vehicle body with the wrench.
• Do not over-tighten the antenna.
Over-tightening may damage the antenna.
• Do not use pliers to install or remove the antenna.
Pliers may damage the antenna’s finish.
Fail-safe Chart
FAIL-SAFE CHART
1. FAIL-SAFE
This function minimizes the loss of ECT functions when a malfunction occurs in
a sensor or solenoid.
Malfunction Part
Function
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Indicators and warning lights
The indicator and warning lights on the instrument cluster and center
panel inform the driver of the status of the vehicle’s various systems.
Instrument cluster (non-Optitron type meters)
Instrument cluster (Optitron type meters)
Center panel
Ind ...