12-4 Simple inspection and service
<Crew-cab models>
There is an opening under the assistant driver’s
seat which provides access to the engine for
inspection and servicing.
Uncover and cover the opening as follows:
• To uncover the opening
1. Tip the seatback forward.
2. Fold back the floor mat, then release two clamps
by pulling down the handles of the clamps
then raising them while still pulling them.
3. Raise the seat cushion , then release the
retaining hook on the bottom of the seat cush-
ion.
4. Attach the retaining hook to the grip beside
the assistant driver’s seat to hold the seat in
place.
• To cover the opening
1. Remove the retaining hook from the grip while
supporting the seat cushion to prevent it from
dropping.
2. Attach the retaining hook to the S-spring on the
bottom of the seat cushion to hold the hook in
place.
3. Gently lower the seatback and seat cushion,
then fasten the clamps to retain it.
4. Return the floor mat and seatback to their origi-
nal positions.
CAUTION
• Be careful not to trap the seat belt or floor
mat when lowering the seat cushion.
• Securely retain the seat cushion with the
clamps.
To reach the engine access opening
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