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Maintenance
G230105AUNUnderbody maintenanceCorrosive materials used for ice and
snow removal and dust control may col-
lect on the underbody. If these materials
are not removed, accelerated rusting can
occur on underbody parts such as the
fuel lines, frame, floor pan and exhaust
system, even though they have been
treated with rust protection.
Thoroughly flush the vehicle underbody
and wheel openings with lukewarm or
cold water once a month, after off-road
driving and at the end of each winter. Pay
special attention to these areas because
it is difficult to see all the mud and dirt. It
will do more harm than good to wet down
the road grime without removing it. The
lower edges of doors, rocker panels, and
frame members have drain holes that
should not be allowed to clog with dirt;
trapped water in these areas can cause
rusting.
G230106AUNAluminum wheel maintenance The aluminum wheels are coated with a
clear protective finish.
Do not use any abrasive cleaner, pol-
ishing compound, solvent, or wire
brushes on aluminum wheels. They
may scratch or damage the finish.
Use only a mild soap or neutral deter-
gent, and rinse thoroughly with water.
Also, be sure to clean the wheels after
driving on salted roads. This helps pre-
vent corrosion.
Avoid washing the wheels with high-
speed car wash brushes.
Do not use any acid detergent. It may
damage and corrode the aluminum
wheels coated with a clear protective
finish.
WARNING
After washing the vehicle, test the
brakes while driving slowly to see if
they have been affected by water. If
braking performance is impaired,
dry the brakes by applying them
lightly while maintaining a slow for-
ward speed.

Specifications & Consumer information4 8RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES I040000AUN-ECTo help achieve proper engine and powertrain performance and durability, use only lubricants of the proper quality. The correct
lubricants also help promote engine efficiency that results in improved fuel economy.These lubricants and fluids are recommended for use in your vehicle.*1Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on the next page.
*2Engine oils labeled Energy Conserving Oil are now available. Along with other additional benefits, they contribute to fuel economy by reducing the amount of fuel nec-
essary to overcome engine friction. Often, these improvements are difficult to measure in everyday driving, but in a year’s time, they can offer significant cost and
energy savings.Lubricant Volume Classification
2.4L Engine 4.3 l (4.54 US qt.)
2.7L Engine
4.5 l(4.76 US qt
.)
2.4L Engine 7.8 l (8.24 US qt.)
Automatic transaxle fluid
2.7L Engine 9.5 l(10.04 US qt.)
Power steering 0.9 l (0.95 US qt.) PSF-4
Coolant2.4L Engine 6.7 l (7.08 US qt.) Mixture of antifreeze and water (Ethylene
2.7L Engine 8.4 l (8.88 US qt.) glycol base coolant for aluminum radiator)
Brake fluid0.7~0.8 l
(0.7~0.8 US qt.)FMVSS116 DOT-3 or DOT-4
Fuel 60 l (15.85 US gal.) -Engine oil *
1*2
(drain and refill)API Service SJ, SL or above,
ILSAC GF-3 or above
DIAMOND ATF SP-III, SK ATF SP-III

Index2I
Air bag-advanced supplemental restraint system ··········3-40
Air cleaner ·····································································7-25
Appearance care·····························································7-53
Audio system ·································································4-92
Automatic climate control system ·································4-70
Automatic transaxle ·························································5-7
Automatic transaxle fluid ··············································7-22
Battery············································································7-28
Before driving ··································································5-3
Brake system··································································5-14
Brakes fluid····································································7-20
Bulb wattage ····································································8-2
Child restraint system ····················································3-32
Climate control air filter ················································7-25
Cruise control system ····················································5-24
Defroster ········································································4-59
Dimensions ······································································8-2Door locks ······································································4-11
Economical operation ····················································5-28
Emergency starting ··························································6-4
Emission control system ················································7-59
Engine compartment ·················································2-4/7-2
Engine coolant ·······························································7-17
Engine number ·································································8-7
Engine oil ·······································································7-16
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items ···············7-12
Exterior feature ······························································4-90
Fuel filler lid ··································································4-22
Fuel requirements ····························································1-3
Fuses ··············································································7-44
Hazard warning flasher··················································4-50
Hood···············································································4-20
How to use this manual ···················································1-2ABCD
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Index
If the engine overheats·····················································6-6
If the engine will not start ···············································6-3
If you have a flat tire ·······················································6-7
In case of an emergency while driving····························6-2
Indicator symbols on the instrument cluster ···················1-5
Instrument cluster ··························································4-34
Instrument panel overview ··············································2-3
Interior features······························································4-83
Interior light ···································································4-58
Interior overview ·····························································2-2
Key positions ···································································5-4
Keys ·················································································4-3
Lighting··········································································4-51
Maintenance schedule······················································7-8
Maintenance services ·······················································7-4
Manual climate control system······································4-61
Mirrors ···········································································4-31Owner maintenance ·························································7-6
Parking brake ································································7-24
Power steering fluid ·······················································7-21
Rear parking assist system·············································4-48
Recommended lubricants and capacities ·························8-4
Remote keyless entry ·······················································4-6
Road warning ···································································6-2
Seat belts ········································································3-18
Seats ·················································································3-2
Special driving conditions ·············································5-30
Starting the engine ···························································5-6
Steering wheel································································4-29
Storage compartment ·····················································4-80
Sunroof···········································································4-25IKLM
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