Brake System
In order to assure brake system performance, all brake
system components should be inspected periodically.
Suggested service intervals can be found in the Mainte-
nance Section.
WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and
possibly an accident. Driving with your foot resting
or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally
high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and
possible brake damage. You wouldn't have your full
braking capacity in an emergency.
Brake And Power Steering System Hoses
When servicing the vehicle for scheduled maintenance,
inspect the surface of the hoses and nylon tubing for
evidence of heat and mechanical damage. Hard andbrittle rubber, cracking, tears, cuts, abrasions, and exces-
sive swelling suggest deterioration of the rubber. Particu-
lar attention should be made to examining those hose
surfaces nearest to high heat sources, such as the exhaust
manifold.
Inspect all hose clamps and couplings to make sure they
are secure and no leaks are present.
Insure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or
collapsed.
NOTE:Often, fluids such as oil, power steering fluid,
and brake fluid are used during assembly plant opera-
tions to ease the assembly of hoses to couplings. There-
fore, oil wetness at the hose-coupling area is not neces-
sarily an indication of leakage. Actual dripping of hot
fluid when systems are under pressure (during vehicle
operation) should be noted before a hose is replaced
based on leakage.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 315
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MTBE/ETBE........................... 265
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 111
Navigation Radio........................ 202
Navigation System....................... 202
New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 65
Occupant Restraints (Sedan)................. 32
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel).............. 264
Odometer............................. 159
Trip .............................159,161
Oil Change Indicator..................160,175
Oil, Engine.........................296,333
Capacity............................ 333
Change Interval....................... 297
Checking............................ 296
Disposal............................ 299
Filter............................... 299
Materials Added to..................... 299Recommendation...................297,333
Viscosity............................ 298
Oil Pressure Light....................... 159
Onboard Diagnostic System..............292,293
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLinkt) ........... 122
Operator Manual (Owner's Manual)............ 4
Outside Air Intake....................... 220
Overheating, Engine...................... 274
Owner's Manual (Operator Manual).........4,352
Paint Care............................. 318
Panic Alarm............................ 24
Parking Brake.......................... 228
Passing Light........................... 115
Personal Settings........................ 173
Pets.................................. 64
Phone, Cellular.......................... 76
Phone, Hands-Free (UConnectŸ)............. 76
Placard, Tire and Loading Information......... 242
INDEX 365
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