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[ER16000(MBC )03/96]
6. Remove the jack and fully tighten the lug
nuts in the order shown in the following
illustration. As soon as possible, have your
dealer or a qualified service technician check
the lug nuts for proper torque specifications.
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The lug nuts on the wheel
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[ER16200(MBC )03/96]
7. Place any wheel covers and ornaments in the
trunk.
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[ER16300(MBC )03/96]
8. Put the tire, jack, and wrench away. Make
sure the jack is securely fastened so it does
not rattle when you drive.
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[ER16400(MBC )03/96]
9. Unblock the wheels.
% [ER16600(MBC )12/95]
Aluminum Road Wheel Ornaments
(If equipped)
[ER16700(MBC )12/95]
To remove the ornament, stick the tapered end
of the jack handle between the ornament and
wheel and pry off the ornament.
[ER16800(MBC )12/95]
To replace the ornament, stick one side of the
ornament into the center of the wheel and strike
the other side with the palm of your hand.
[ER18300(M GV)12/95]
Remove the base wheelcover from the wheel
using the flanged end of the wheel nut wrench
by inserting the handle and then prying against
the inner wheelcover flange.
[ER18301(MBC )02/97]
Remove the exposed lug nut wheel cover by
using the wheel lug nut wrench to unscrew each
lug nut cover counter-clockwise.
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[CS04100( ALL)01/96]
q
Cover chrome and stainless steel parts with a
thick coat of auto wax to prevent
discoloration. Re-wax as necessary when the
vehicle is washed.
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[CS04200( ALL)01/96]
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Lubricate all hood, door and trunk lid hinges
and latches with a light grade oil.
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[CS04300( ALL)01/96]
q
Cover interior soft trim to prevent fading.
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[CS04400( ALL)01/96]
q
Keep all rubber parts free from oil and
solvents.
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[CS04500( ALL)01/96]
Engine
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[CS04600( ALL)01/96]
q
Start engine every 15 days. Run at fast idle
until it reaches normal operating temperature.
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[CS04700( ALL)01/96]
q
With your foot on the brake, shift through all
the gears while the engine is running.
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[CS04800( ALL)01/96]
Fuel system
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[CS04900( ALL)01/96]
q
Fill fuel tank with high-quality unleaded fuel
until the first automatic shutoff of the fuel
pump nozzle.
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[CS05000( ALL)01/96]
NOTE: During extended periods of vehicle
storage (60 days or more), fuel may
deteriorate due to oxidation. This can
damage rubber and other polymers in
the fuel system and may also clog
small orifices.
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324 Index
Power point electrical outlet........ 63
Power steering
dipstick............... 231
driving with power steering...... 161
fluid, checking and adding....... 231
fluid, refill capacity.......... 266
fluid, specifications.......... 267
servicing............... 161
Prop rod, hood............. 212
R
Radio (see Electronic sound systems).... 25
Rear axle
lubricant specification......... 267
refill capacity............. 266
Rearview mirror.............. 78
Rear window............... 80
defroster................ 58
washer reservoir........... 223
Refill capacities for fluids........ 266
Relays................. 181
Remote control, trunk........... 64
Remote entry system............ 97
arming and disarming the
anti-theft system........... 99
illuminated entry............ 99
locking/unlocking doors......... 98
opening the trunk............ 98
panic alarm............... 98
replacement/additional transmitters . . . 101
replacing the batteries......... 100
Restraints, safety (see Safety restraints)
adult...............103, 111
child................. 128
head................. 103
infant..............128, 130
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328 Index
Tires (continued)
tire grades............241±242
treadwear............241±242
wear bands.............. 241
Towing a trailer (see Trailer towing) . . . 173
Towing your vehicle........... 207
using wheel dollies.......... 207
with a tow truck........... 207
Traction-lok rear axle.......... 161
Trailer towing.............. 173
calculating maximum trailer weight . 173±174
safety chains............. 175
tips................. 176
trailer brakes............. 175
trailer lamps............. 176
Transaxle
automatic operation.......... 162
fluid, refill capacities......... 266
lubricant specifications......... 267
Transaxle control switch......... 165
Transmission
automatic operation.......... 162
fluid, checking and adding (automatic) . 235
fluid, checking and adding (manual) . . 237
fluid, refill capacities......... 266
lubricant specifications......... 267
manual operation........... 167
Transmission control switch....... 165
Transmitter (see Remote entry)....... 97
Trip odometer............... 20
Trunk
remote release lever........... 64
using the remote entry system to open . . 98
Tune-up specifications (VECI)....... 255
Turn signal................ 67
indicator lights........... 17,68
lever................67±68
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