For 1990-2009 cars

The purpose of New Product Information is to highlight important technical changes from the previous model year.

Changes may include one or more of the following items:

• | Torque values and/or fastener tightening strategies

• | Changed engine specifications

• | New sealants and/or adhesives

• | Disassembly and assembly procedure revisions

• | Engine mechanical diagnostic procedure revisions

• | New special tools required

• | A component comparison from the previous year

### Torque Values and/or Fastener Tightening Strategies

No torque or fastener tightening changes from the previous year. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .

### Changed Engine Specifications

A larger volume oil pan has been added. Refer to Engine Mechanical Specifications .

### New Sealants and/or Adhesives

No sealant or adhesive changes from the previous year. Refer to Sealers, Adhesives, and Lubricants .

### Disassembly and Assembly Procedure Revisions

No disassembly or assembly revisions.

### Engine Mechanical Diagnostic Procedure Revisions

All diagnosis on a vehicle should follow a logical process. Strategy based diagnostics is a uniform approach for repairing all systems. The diagnostic flow may always be used in order to resolve a system problem. The diagnostic flow is the place to start when repairs are necessary. For a detailed explanation, refer to Strategy Based Diagnosis in General Information or Diagnostic Starting Point - Engine Mechanical .

### New Special Tools Required

A variety of new tools have been developed to assist in engine disassembly, assembly and on-vehicle service. Refer to Special Tools .

### A Component Comparison from the Previous Year

• | The exhaust gas recirculation system has been removed. Refer to Disassembled Views .

• | All applications use a full-floating design piston and pin assembly.