MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
2.7L Engine..........................189
3.5L Engine..........................190
Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II).......191
Emissions Inspection And Maintenance
Programs
............................192
Replacement Parts.....................193
Dealer Service........................193
Maintenance Procedures.................194
▫Engine Oil..........................194
▫Crankcase Emission Control System........202
▫Fuel Filter..........................202
▫Air Cleaner Filter.....................202▫Maintenance-Free Battery................203
▫Air Conditioner......................204
▫Power Steering Fluid Check..............205
▫Chassis Lubrication....................207
▫Drive Shaft Universal Joints..............207
▫Body Mechanism Lubrication.............207
▫Windshield Wiper Blades................209
▫Windshield Washers...................209
▫Exhaust System......................210
▫Cooling System.......................210
▫Hoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses.......214
▫Brake System........................214
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Windshield Wiper Blades
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the
windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a
mild non abrasive cleaner. This will remove accumula-
tions of salt or road film.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods
may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use
washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt
from a dry windshield. Avoid using the wiper blades to
remove frost or ice from the windshield. Keep the blade
rubber out of contact with petroleum products such as
engine oil, gasoline, etc.
Windshield Washers
The fluid reservoir in the engine compartment should be
checked for fluid level at regular intervals. Fill the
reservoir with windshield antifreeze (not radiator anti-
freeze) rated not to freeze at -25°F (-31°C). Operate the
system for a few seconds to flush out the residual water.
WARNING!
Commercially available windshield washer solvents
are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care
must be exercised when filling or working around
the washer solution.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 209
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Instrument Panel..................... 223
Seat Belts........................... 223
Vinyl.............................. 221
Washing............................ 220
Waxing............................. 221
Wheels............................. 221
Windshield Wiper Blades............... 209
Climate Control........................ 137
Clock................................ 113
Coat Hook............................. 55
Compact Disc Maintenance............... 136
Compact Disc Player................. 114,119
Compact Spare Tire..................... 162
Compass............................94,98
Compass Calibration...................94,98
Compass Variance....................... 95
Computer, Trip/Travel..................93,96
Console, Overhead....................... 75
Contract, Service....................... 254
Cooling System........................ 210
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)............. 211
Coolant Level........................ 213
Disposal of Used Coolant............... 211Drain, Flush, and Refill................. 211
Inspection........................... 210
Points to Remember................... 213
Pressure Cap........................ 212
Radiator Cap........................ 212
Rubber and Plastic Components.......... 214
Selection of Coolant................... 211
Corrosion Protection.................... 220
Courtesy Lights......................... 66
Crankcase Emission Control System......... 202
Cruise Light.........................73,110
Cup Holder............................ 55
Customer Assistance.................... 252
Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights.......... 65
Daytime Running Lights.................. 68
Dealer Service......................... 193
Defroster, Rear Window.................. 139
Defroster, Windshield...............50,138,143
Diagnostic System, Onboard............ 111,191
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 69
Disabled Vehicle Towing................. 186
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