6-3 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
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Scheduled Maintenance except CANADA
Service Instruction Maintenance I Maintenance II
Change engine oil and filter. Change engine oil and filter if the light/message has not come on
at all for one year.
Refer to “Engine Oil” in “Checking Things Under the Hood” in the
“Service and Appearance Care” section.
••
Reset oil life system.
An Emission Control Service. If the system is ever reset accidentally, perform the maintenance
service within 3000 miles (5000 km) since your last service.
Refer to “Engine Oil Life System” in “Checking Things Under the
Hood” in the “Service and Appearance Care” section.
Visually check for any leaks or
damage. A fluid loss in any vehicle system could indicate a problem.
Have the system inspected and repaired and the fluid level
checked.
Add fluid if needed.••
Rotate tires and check infla-
tion pressures and wear. Rotate tires every 5000 to 8000 miles (8000 to 13000 km).
Refer to “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in “Tires” in the “Service
and Appearance Care” section and “At Least Once a Month” in
this section.••
Inspect brake system. Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook-up, bind-
ing, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc.
Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition.
Inspect drum brake linings/shoes for wear or cracks (if equipped).
Inspect other brake parts, including drums, wheel cylinders, cali-
pers, parking brake, etc.
Check parking brake adjustment.••
Check engine coolant and
windshield washer fluid levels
and add fluid as needed.••
Perform any needed addi-
tional services. Refer to “Additional Required Services except CANADA” in this
section.••
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Service InstructionMiles (Kilometers)
25000
(40000)50000
(80000)75000
(120000)100000
(160000)125000
(200000)150000
(240000)
Engine cooling system service (or
every five years, whichever occurs
first). An Emission Control Ser-
vice. Drain, flush, and refill cooling
system.
This service can be complex;
you should have your dealer
perform this service.
Refer to “Engine Coolant” in
“Checking Things Under the
Hood” in the “Service and
Appearance Care” section for
what to use.
Inspect hoses.
Clean radiator, condenser, pres-
sure cap, and filler neck.
Pressure test the cooling system
and pressure cap.•
Inspect engine accessory drive
belt. An Emission Control Service. Visually inspect belt for fraying,
excessive cracks, or obvious
damage.
Replace belt if necessary.•
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For CANADA Scheduled Maintenance
Service Instruction Maintenance
Change engine oil and filter. Change engine oil and filter if the light/message has not come on at all for 10
months.
Refer to “Engine Oil” in “Checking Things Under the Hood” in the “Service and
Appearance Care” section.
•
Reset oil life system.
An Emission Control Service. If the system is ever reset accidentally, perform the maintenance service within
5000 km since your last service.
Refer to “Engine Oil Life System” in “Checking Things Under the Hood” in the “Ser-
vice and Appearance Care” section.
Visually check for any leaks or
damage. A fluid loss in any vehicle system could indicate a problem.
Have the system inspected and repaired and the fluid level checked.
Add fluid if needed.•
Rotate tires and check infla-
tion pressures and wear. Rotate tires every 8000 to 13000 km.
Refer to “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in “Tires” in the “Service and Appearance
Care” section and “At Least Once a Month” in this section.•
Inspect brake system. Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks,
chafing, etc.
Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition.
Inspect drum brake linings/shoes for wear or cracks (if equipped).
Inspect other brake parts, including drums, wheel cylinders, calipers, parking
brake, etc.
Check parking brake adjustment.•
Check engine coolant and
windshield washer fluid levels
and add fluid as needed.•
Perform any needed addi-
tional services. Refer to “Additional Required Services (For CANADA)” in this section.•
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Service InstructionKilometers
40000 80000 120000 160000 200000 240000
Engine cooling system service (or
every five years, whichever occurs
first). An Emission Control Ser-
vice. Drain, flush, and refill cooling
system.
This service can be complex;
you should have your dealer
perform this service.
Refer to “Engine Coolant” in
“Checking Things Under the
Hood” in the “Service and
Appearance Care” section for
what to use.
Inspect hoses.
Clean radiator, condenser, pres-
sure cap, and filler neck.
Pressure test the cooling system
and pressure cap.•
Inspect engine accessory drive
belt. An Emission Control Service. Visually inspect belt for fraying,
excessive cracks, or obvious
damage.
Replace belt if necessary.•
6-13 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
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Owner Checks and ServicesThese owner checks and services should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety, dependability, and emission
control performance of your vehicle. Your dealer can assist you with these checks and services.
Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle, make sure they are
the proper ones, as shown in “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in this section.
Check and Service Instruction Timing
Engine oil level check
Refer to “At Each Fuel Fill” in this section At each fuel fill Engine coolant level check
Windshield washer fluid level check
Tire inflation check
Refer to “At Least Once a Month” in this section At least once a month
Tire wear inspection
Starter switch check
Refer to “At Least Once a Year” in this section At least once a year Autimatic transaxle shift lock control system
check
Ignition transaxle lock check
Parking brake and automatic transaxle park (P)
mechanism check
Underbody flushing service
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At Each Fuel FillIt is important to perform these underhood
checks at each fuel fill.
Engine Oil Level Check
Check the engine oil level and add the
proper oil if necessary. Refer to “Engine
Oil” in “Checking Things Under the Hood”
in the “Service and Appearance Care” sec-
tion for further details.
Engine Coolant Level Check
Check the engine coolant level and add
DEX-COOL
® coolant mixture if necessary.
Refer to “Engine Coolant” in “Checking
Things Under the Hood” in the “Service
and Appearance Care” section for further
details.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
Check the windshield washer fluid level in
the windshield washer fluid reservoir and
add the proper fluid if necessary.
At Least Once a MonthTire Inflation Check
Visually inspect your vehicle’s tires and
make sure they are inflated to the correct
pressures. Do not forget to check the
spare tire. Open the driver’s door to find
the Tire Information Placard which lists the
recommended tire inflation pressures.
Check to make sure the spare tire is stored
securely. Refer to “Changing a Flat Tire” in
“Tires” in the “Service and Appearance
Care” section.
Tire Wear Inspection
Tire rotation may be required for high mile-
age highway drivers prior to the Engine Oil
Life System service notification. Check the
tires for wear and, if necessary, rotate the
tires. Refer to “Tire Inspection and Rota-
tion” in “Tires” in the “Service and Appear-
ance Care” section.
At Least Once a YearStarter Switch Check
1) Before you start, be sure you have
enough room around the vehicle.
2) Firmly apply both the parking brake and
the regular brake. Refer to “Parking
Brake” in “Starting and Operating Your
Vehicle” in the “Features and Controls”
section.
Do not use the accelerator pedal, and
be ready to turn off the engine immedi-
ately if it starts.
3) Try to start the engine in each gear.
The vehicle should start only in PARK
(P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the vehicle
starts in any other position, contact
your dealer for service.
CAUTION
It is important to check the engine oil
regularly and keep it at the proper
level. Failure to keep the engine oil at
the proper level can cause damage to
the engine not covered by your war-
ranty.
WARNING
When you are doing this inspection,
the vehicle could move suddenly. If
the vehicle moves, you or others
could be injured.
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Recommended Fluids and LubricantsFluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Engine OilEngine oil which meets Standard GM6094M and displays the American Petroleum Institute Certi-
fied for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. The proper viscosity for your vehicle’s engine is an
SAE 5W-30 synthetic oil or an SAE 0W-30 oil.
Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL
® Coolant.
Hydraulic Brake System Delco
® Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid.
Automatic Transaxle Use only T-IV Automatic Transmission Fluid (Part No. SUZUKI ATF 3317 or Mobil ATF 3309).
Hood Latch Assembly,
Secondary Latch, Pivots, Spring
Anchor, and Release PawlLubricate Aerosol type lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Key Lock Cylinders, Hood and
Door Hinges,
Rear Folding SeatMulti-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube.
Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip Lubricant or Dielectric Silicone Grease.
8-2 INDEX
78J00-03E
Child Restraints
...................................................................1-18
City Driving
..........................................................................4-11
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
.......................................5-50
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle ..................................5-48
Climate Controls
..................................................................3-10
Compact Spare Tire .............................................................5-47
Configurations for Use of Three Child Restraints
............1-25
Configurations for Use of Two Child Restraints
..............1-24
Control of a Vehicle
.............................................................4-3
Convenience Net
.................................................................2-23
Cooling System
...................................................................5-13
Cruise Control
......................................................................3-5
Cruise Control Light
............................................................3-24
Cupholder(s)
........................................................................2-21
DDaily Inspection Checklist
........................................ 2-11
, 2-12
Delayed Locking
..................................................................2-6
DIC Operation and Displays
...............................................3-27
DIC Vehicle Personalization ...............................................3-35
DIC Warnings and Messages .............................................3-30
Doing Your Own Service Work ...........................................5-1
Dome Lamp
..........................................................................3-8
Door Ajar Light ....................................................................3-25
Door Locks
...........................................................................2-5
Doors and Locks
.................................................................2-5
Driver Information Center (DIC)
.........................................3-27
Driver Position
.....................................................................1-11
Driver Seat Height Adjuster
................................................1-1
Driving at Night
....................................................................4-9
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads
.....................................4-10
Drunken Driving
...................................................................4-1
EElectric Power Management
.............................................. 3-9
Electrical System
................................................................ 5-53
Electronic Stability Control
................................................ 4-5
Emission Compliance Label (for U.S.A.)
.......................... 7-2
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
.................................................... 5-9
Engine Compartment Overview
......................................... 5-6
Engine Coolant
.................................................................... 5-11
Engine Coolant Heater
....................................................... 2-14
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
................................... 3-21
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
.................... 3-20
Engine Drive Belt Routing
.................................................. 6-17
Engine Exhaust
................................................................... 2-19
Engine Oil
............................................................................ 5-7
Engine Oil Life System
....................................................... 5-8
Engine Overheating
............................................................ 5-12
Engine Serial Number ......................................................... 7-1
FFabric/Carpet
....................................................................... 5-48
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
....................................... 5-4
Filling the Tank
.................................................................... 5-3
Finish Care
.......................................................................... 5-50
Finish Damage .................................................................... 5-51
Fog Lamp Light ................................................................... 3-24
Fog Lamps
........................................................................... 3-8
For CANADA Scheduled Maintenance
.............................. 6-8
Freeway Driving
.................................................................. 4-11
Front Seats
.......................................................................... 1-1
Fuel
....................................................................................... 5-2
Fuel Gage
............................................................................. 3-26
Fuels in Foreign Countries
................................................ 5-3