²Do not try to start engine by pushing or towing the
vehicle.
²Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires
disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic
testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough
idling or malfunctioning operating conditions.
Maintenance-Free Battery
The top of the MAINTENANCE-FREE battery is perma-
nently sealed. You will never have to add water, nor is
periodic maintenance required.
NOTE:The battery is stored under a hinged access
cover in the load floor in the cargo area. Remote battery
terminals are located in the engine compartment for
jump-starting.Battery Location
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 301
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Fluid Change........................ 315
Fluid Level Check..................... 314
Fluid Type.......................... 333
Shifting............................. 211
Special Additives..................... 315
Autostick..........................213,215
Ball Joints............................ 304
Battery............................... 301
Emergency Starting.................... 282
Jump Starting........................ 282
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)..... 19
Location.........................283,301
Bearings.............................. 315
Belts, Drive........................... 298
Belts, Seat............................. 31
Body Mechanism Lubrication.............. 304
B-Pillar Location....................... 233
Brake Assist System..................... 223
Brake Control System, Electronic........... 222
Brake, Parking......................... 217
Brake System.......................219,312
Anti-Lock (ABS)...................219,222Fluid Check......................313,333
Hoses.............................. 312
Master Cylinder...................... 313
Parking............................ 217
Warning Light....................139,219
Brakes............................... 219
Brake/Transmission Interlock.............. 210
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle...... 56
Bulb Replacement...................... 327
Bulbs, Light........................... 326
Calibration, Compass.................... 147
Capacities, Fluid....................... 331
Caps, Filler
Fuel............................... 257
Oil (Engine)......................... 297
Radiator (Coolant Pressure).............. 309
Car Washes........................... 316
Carbon Monoxide Warning.............57,256
Cargo Compartment
Luggage Carrier...................... 126
Cargo Management System............... 119
Cargo Organizer...................... 124
INDEX 365
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