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All Wheel Drive (AWD) — If Equipped
Under normal operating conditions, periodic fluid level
checks and lubricant changes for the Power Transfer Unit
and Rear Carrier, are not required. However when the
vehicle is serviced for other reasons, the exterior surface
of these components should be inspected for evidence of
fluid leaks. Confirmed leaks should be repaired as soon
as possible.
Power Transfer Unit
The fill plug is located on the side of the power transfer
unit housing. The fluid should be maintained at a level
even with the bottom of the fill plug hole when the
vehicle is parked on a level surface. If it becomes neces-
sary to add or replace the fluid, use only the manufac-
turers recommended fluid, refer to Fluids, Lubricants
and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type.
Rear Carrier
The fill plug is located on the side of the rear carrier
housing. The fluid should be maintained at a level even
with the bottom of the fill plug hole when the vehicle is
parked on a level surface. if it becomes necessary to add
or replace the fluid, use only the manufacturers recom-
mended fluid, refer to Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine
Parts for correct fluid type.
Fluid Changes
The fluid should be changed as follows:
Normal UsageNo Service Required
Severe Usage Service Required
Power Transfer Unit Refer to Maintenance
Schedule “B”
Rear Carrier Refer to Maintenance
Schedule “B”
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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
The “Scheduled” maintenance services, listed inbold
typemust be done at the times or mileages specified to
assure the continued proper functioning of the emission
control system. These, and all other maintenance services
included in this manual, should be done to provide best
vehicle performance and reliability. More frequent main-
tenance may be needed for vehicles in severe operating
conditions such as dusty areas and very short trip
driving.
Inspection and service also should be done any time a
malfunction is suspected.
NOTE:Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emis-
sion control devices and systems on your vehicle may be
performed by any automotive repair establishment or
individual using any automotive part, which has been
certified pursuant to U.S. EPA or, in the State of Califor-
nia, California Air Resources Board regulations.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
There are two maintenance schedules that show the
requiredservice for your vehicle.
First is Schedule“B”. It is for vehicles that are operated
under the conditions that are listed below and at the
beginning of the schedule.
•Day or night temperatures are below 32° F (0° C).
•Stop and go driving.
•Extensive engine idling.
•Driving in dusty conditions.
•Short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km).
•More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high
speeds during hot weather, above 90° F (32° C).
•Trailer towing.
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•Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial ser-
vice).
•Off-road or desert operation.
NOTE:IfANYof these apply to you then change your
engine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months,
whichever comes first and follow schedule “B” of the
Maintenance Schedulessection of this manual.
NOTE:Most vehicles are operated under the conditions
listed for ScheduleB.
Second is Schedule“A”. It is for vehicles that are not
operated under any of the conditions listed under Sched-
uleB.
Use the schedule that best describes your driving condi-
tions. Where time and mileage are listed, follow the
interval that occurs first.NOTE:Under no circumstances should oil change in-
tervals exceed 6000 miles (10 000 km) or 6 months
whichever comes first.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
At Each Stop for Fuel
•Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully
warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while
the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accu-
racy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the
level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
•Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
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SCHEDULE “B”
Follow schedule “B” if you usually operate your vehicle
under one or more of the following conditions. Change
the automatic transmission fluid and filter every 60,000
miles (96 000 km) if the vehicle is usually operated under
one or more of the conditions marked with an.
•Day or night temperatures are below 32° F (0° C).
•Stop and go driving.
•Extensive engine idling.
•Driving in dusty conditions.
•Short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km).
•More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high
speeds during hot weather, above 90° F (32° C).
•Trailer towing.
•Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial ser-
vice).
•Off-road or desert operation.
NOTE:IfANYof these apply to you then change your
engine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months,
whichever comes first and follow schedule “B” of the
Maintenance Schedulessection of this manual.
If none of these apply to you, then change your engine oil
at every interval shown on scheduleAof theMainte-
nance Schedulessection of this manual.
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Miles 138, 000 141, 000 144, 000 147, 000 150, 000
(Kilometers) (221 000) (226 000) (230 000) (235 000) (240 000)
Change the All Wheel Drive (AWD) rear carrier
fluid. (See note at the end of this chart)X
Replace the air conditioning filter.X
* This maintenance is recommended by the manufacture
to the owner but is not required to maintain the emis-
sions warranty.
‡ This maintenance is not required if previously replaced.
Inspection and service should also be performed anytime
a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re-
ceipts.NOTE:The AWD power transfer unit fluid and the
AWD rear carrier fluid must be changed at the more
frequent intervals shown in schedule B if the vehicle is
operated under any of the conditions noted by a dia-
mond () at the beginning of the schedule.
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Miles 126, 000 132, 000 138, 000 144, 000 150, 000
(Kilometers) (202 000) (211 000) (221 000) (230 000) (240, 000)
[Months] [126] [132] [138] [144] [150]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter.XXXXX
Rotate TiresXXXXX
Inspect the brake linings.XX
Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if neces-
sary. *XXXX
Replace theengine air cleaner filter.X
Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. (Front & Rear)X
Check thePCV valve
and replace, if necessary.*X
Inspect the serpentine drive belt, replace if necessary. ‡XX
Replace the air conditioning filter.XX
* This maintenance is recommended by the manufacture
to the owner but is not required to maintain the emis-
sions warranty.‡ This maintenance is not required if previously replaced.
Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a
malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all receipts.
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WARNING!
You can be badly injured working on or around a
motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which
you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If
you have any doubt about your ability to perform a
service job, take your vehicle to a competent me-
chanic.
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Oil Pressure.......................... 186
Park............................... 408
Reading............................. 153
Rear Servicing........................ 409
Rear Tail............................ 409
Seat Belt Reminder..................... 186
Service.............................. 406
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . 185
Side Marker.......................... 409
Turn Signal..................134,137,408,409
Voltage............................. 180
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)..... 180
Washer Fluid......................... 189
Load Leveling System.................... 172
Loading Vehicle......................326,328
Capacities........................... 328
Tires ............................... 293
Locks
Door................................ 27Steering Wheel......................... 14
Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren (LATCH).....................71,74
Lubrication, Body....................... 381
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack)................. 169
Maintenance, Airbag...................... 64
Maintenance Free Battery.................. 376
Maintenance Procedures................... 369
Maintenance Schedule.................... 416
Schedule “A”......................... 430
Schedule “B”......................... 419
Maintenance, Sunroof..................... 163
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 185,367
Manual, Service......................... 442
Map/Reading Lights..................... 153
Memory Feature (Memory Seat)............. 127
Memory Seat.........................91,127
Mini-Trip Computer...................... 199
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