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Service reminder indicators and 
warn-
ing buzzers Check that all service reminder indicators 
and warning buzzers function properly. Steering wheel 
Be alert for changes in steering condition, such as hard steering or strange noise. Seats Check that all front seat controls such as 
seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. op- erate smoothly and that all latches lock
securely in  any position. For  folding-down
rear seatback, check that the latches lock
securely. Make sure the front headrestsare firmly secured. Seat belts 
Check that the seat belt system such as 
buckles, retractors and anchors operate 
properly  and smoothly. Make sure the belt
webbing is not cut, frayed, worn or dam- aged. Accelerator pedal Check  the pedal for smooth operation and
uneven pedal effort or catching. Clutch pedal Check the pedal for smooth operation. Brake pedal Check 
the pedal for smooth operation and
that the pedal has the proper clearance. Check the brake booster function. Brakes 
At a safe place, check that the brakes do not pull to one side when applied. Parking brake Check that the lever has the proper travel and that, on a safe incline, your vehicle is 
held securely with only the parking brake applied. 
Automatic transmission Parkº  mech-
anismCheck  the lock release button of the selec-
tor lever for proper and smooth operation. 
On a safe incline, check that your vehicle is held securely with the selector lever inPº position and all brakes released. 
IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT Items listed below should be checked 
from  time to time , e.g. each time when
refueling. 
Washer fluid 
Make sure there is sufficient fluid in the 
tank. See Chapter 7-3 for additional  infor-
mation. 
Engine  coolant level Make sure the coolant level is between 
the FULLº and LOWº lines on the  see-
through  reservoir when the engine is cold.
See Chapter 7-2 for additional informa-tion. Battery electrolyte level Make sure the electrolyte level of all bat- 
tery cells is correct. Add only distilled wa-
ter when replenishing. See Chapter 7-3 
for additional information. Brake fluid level 
Make sure the brake fluid level is correct. See Chapter 7-2 for additional informa- tion. 
Engine  oil level 
Check the l
evel on the dipstick  with the en-
gine turned off and the vehicle parked on 
a level spot. See Chapter 7-2 for addition-
al information. Power steering fluid level Check the level on the dipstick. The level 
should be in the HOTº or COLDº range 
depending on the fluid  temperature. See Chapter 7-2 for additional information. Exhaust system 
If you notice any change in the sound of 
the exhaust or smell exhaust fumes, have the cause located and corrected immedi-
ately. (See engine exhaust cautions in 
Part 2.)