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odometer reset button to turn off the message. If the
problem continues, the message will appear the next time
the vehicle is started.
A loose, improperly installed, or damaged fuel filler cap
may also turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL).
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass
an inspection of your vehicle's emissions control system.
Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration.
For states, which have an I/M (Inspection and
Maintenance) requirement, this check verifies the
following: the MIL (Malfunction Indicator Light)
is functioning and is not on when the engine is running,
and that the OBD (On Board Diagnostic) system is ready
for testing.Normally, the OBD system will be ready. The OBD
system maynotbe ready if your vehicle was recently
serviced, if you recently had a dead battery, or a battery
replacement. If the OBD system should be determined
not ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
Your vehicle has a simple ignition key actuated test,
which you can use prior to going to the test station. To
check if your vehicle's OBD system is ready, you must do
the following:
1. Insert your ignition key into the ignition switch.
2. Turn the ignition to the ON position, but do not crank
or start the engine.
3. If you crank or start the engine, you will have to start
this test over.
4. As soon as you turn your key to the ON position, you
will see your MIL symbol come on as part of a normal
bulb check.
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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
The ªScheduledº 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 SCHEDULE
The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is
time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.
On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
equipped vehicles, ªOil Change Requiredº will be dis-
played in the EVIC and a single chime will sound,
indicating that an oil change is necessary.
On Non-EVIC equipped vehicles, ªChange Oilº will flash
in the instrument cluster odometer and a single chime
will sound, indicating that an oil change is necessary.
Based on engine operation conditions the oil change
indicator message will illuminate, this means that service
is required for your vehicle. Have your vehicle serviced
as soon as possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
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²The oil change indicator message will not monitor the
time since the last oil change. Change your vehicles oil
if it has been 6 months since your last oil change even
if the oil change indicator message is NOT illumi-
nated.
²Change your engine oil more often if you drive your
vehicle off-road for an extended period of time.
²Under no circumstances should oil change intervals
exceed 6,000 miles (10,000 km) or 6 months, whichever
comes first.
Your dealer will reset the oil change indicator message
after completing the scheduled oil change. If a scheduled
oil change is performed by someone other than your
dealer, the message can be reset by referring to the steps
described under ªOil Change Requiredº under ªElec-
tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)º in Section 3 ofthis manual or under ªOdometer/Trip Odometerº under
ªInstrument Cluster Descriptionsº in Section 3 of this
manual.
At Each Stop for Fuel
²Check 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.
²Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
Once a Month
²Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
²Inspect the battery, and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
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Gasoline, Reformulated................... 320
Gauges
Coolant Temperature.................... 165
Fuel................................ 164
Odometer........................... 169
Speedometer......................... 164
Tachometer.......................... 164
Gear Ranges........................262,268
General Information...............18,26,114,318
General Maintenance..................... 373
Glass Cleaning.......................... 402
Gross Axle Weight Rating...............326,330
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating.............326,329
GVWR............................... 326
Hands-Free Phone (UConnectŸ)........87,209,211
Hard Drive (HDD)....................191,209Hazard
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water........................ 276
Hazard Warning Flasher................... 344
Head Restraints......................... 118
Headlight Washers....................... 386
Headlights
Automatic........................... 124
Bulb Replacement...................... 413
Cleaning............................ 402
Delay.............................. 125
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch........ 127
Lights On Reminder.................... 126
On With Wipers....................125,131
Passing............................. 128
Switch.............................. 123
Time Delay.......................... 125
Washers............................. 386
Heated Mirrors.......................... 86
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Occupant Restraints....................... 40
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel)............319,421
Odometer..........................164,169
Trip .............................164,169
Oil Change Indicator..................169,178
Oil Change Indicator, Reset..............169,178
Oil, Engine.........................374,421
Capacity............................ 419
Change Interval..................169,178,376
Checking.........................374,375
Dipstick..........................374,375
Disposal............................ 378
Filter............................378,421
Filter Disposal........................ 378
Identification Logo..................... 376
Materials Added to..................... 377
Recommendation...................376,419
Synthetic............................ 377
Viscosity.......................376,377,419Oil Filter, Change........................ 378
Oil Filter, Selection....................... 378
Onboard Diagnostic System..............370,371
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLinkt) ........... 139
Operating Precautions.................... 370
Outside Rearview Mirrors.................. 84
Overdrive............................. 264
Overhead Console....................... 138
Overheating, Engine...................166,345
Owner's Manual (Operator Manual).......... 438
Paint Care............................. 398
Panic Alarm............................ 24
Parking Brake.......................... 278
Parking On Hill......................... 278
Passing Light........................... 128
Pedals, Adjustable....................... 134
Personal Settings........................ 186
Pets.................................. 74
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Fluid............................398,423
Maintenance.......................... 398
Transmission........................... 396
Automatic...................258,262,267,396
Fluid............................... 423
Range Indicator....................262,268
Shifting............................. 258
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless
Entry)................................. 25
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLinkt) . . 139
Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless
Entry)................................. 20
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)........ 20
Transporting Pets........................ 74
Tread Wear Indicators.................... 304
Trip Odometer.......................164,169
Trunk Lid (Deck Lid)....................38,40
Trunk Release, Emergency.................. 40
Trunk Release Remote Control............... 38Turn Signals.........................127,166
UCI Connector......................... 232
UConnectŸ (Hands-Free Phone)...........87,209
Uniform Tire Quality Grades................ 440
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . 232
Universal Serial Bus (USB) Port...........191,209
Universal Transmitter..................... 139
Unleaded Gasoline....................... 319
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt.............. 46
USB Port...........................191,209
Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses................. 393
Vanity Mirrors........................... 87
Variance, Compass....................... 182
Vehicle Certification Label................. 326
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)............ 6
Vehicle Loading...................295,326,327
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations.............. 7
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