CAUTION!
If the Check Engine or Service Engine Soon light is
flashing, immediate service is required; see onboard
diagnostics system section.
Materials Added To Fuel
All gasolines sold in the United States are required to
contain effective detergent additives. Use of additional
detergents or other additives is not needed under normal
conditions and would result in unnecessary cost. There-
fore, you should not have to add anything to the fuel.
ADDING FUEL
NOTE:If fuel is poured from a portable container, the
container should have a flexible nozzle long enough to
extend into the fuel filler tube.
CAUTION!
To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not ªtop
offº the fuel tank after filling.
NOTE:When the fuel nozzle ªclicksº or shuts off, the
fuel tank is full.
NOTE:Tighten the gas cap until you hear a ªclickingº
sound. This is an indication that the gas cap is properly
tightened. Make sure that the gas cap is tightened each
time the vehicle is refueled.
WARNING!
A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a
portable container that is inside of a vehicle or on a
truck bed. You could be burned. Always place gas
containers on the ground while filling.
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Fuel System Cautions
CAUTION!
Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle's
performance:
²The use of leaded gas is prohibited by Federal law.
Using leaded gasoline can impair engine performance,
damage the emission control system, and could result
in loss of warranty coverage.
²An out-of-tune engine, or certain fuel or ignition
malfunctions, can cause the catalytic converter to
overheat. If you notice a pungent burning odor or
some light smoke, your engine may be out of tune or
malfunctioning and may require immediate service.
Contact your dealer for service assistance.
²When pulling a heavy load or driving a fully loaded
vehicle when the humidity is low and the temperature
is high, use a premium unleaded fuel to help prevent
spark knock. If spark knock persists, lighten the load,
or engine piston damage may result.
²The use of fuel additives which are now being sold as
octane enhancers is not recommended. Many of these
products contain high concentrations of methanol.
Fuel system damage or vehicle performance problems
resulting from the use of such fuels or additives is not
the responsibility of the manufacturer and may not be
covered under the New Vehicle Warranty.
NOTE:Intentional tampering with emissions control
systems can result in civil penalties being assessed
against you.
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Adding Fuel........................259,295
Air Cleaner, Engine...................334,357
Air Conditioner Maintenance............327,338
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.......327,328,338,339
Air Conditioning System.............187,327,338
Air Conditioning System, Zone Control........ 191
Air Pressure, Tires....................244,251
Airbag..............................45,50
Airbag Light.........................70,144
Airbag On/Off Switch..................... 50
Airbag, Side............................ 53
Alarm..............................29,147
Alignment and Balance................... 250
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 7
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)..............346,379
Anti-Lock Brake System................... 231
Anti-Lock Warning Light...............148,232
Anti-Theft System.....................29,147
Appearance Care........................ 361Ashtray............................... 127
Automatic Transmission
Adding Fluid......................... 353
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 355
Fluid Level Check...................... 352
Fluid Type........................354,382
Shift Indicator........................ 147
Shifting............................. 208
Special Additives...................... 355
Axle Fluid.......................272,350,382
Axle Lubrication.....................272,350
Ball Joints............................. 340
Battery............................... 337
Emergency Starting..................... 312
Bearings.............................. 355
Belts, Drive............................ 333
Belts, Seat.............................. 34
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 341
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