Maintenance
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Checking battery electrolyte levelThe electrolyte level must be be
tween the specified limit on the
outside of the battery. Replenish with distilled water as neces- sary.The inside of the battery is divided into several compartments; remove the cap from each comp
artment and fill
to the upper
mark. Do not top up beyond the upper mark because spillageduring driving could cause damage. Check the electrolyte level
at least once every 4 weeks,
depending on the operating conditions.If the battery is not used, it will discharge by itself with time. Check it once every 4 weeks and charge with low current as necessary.
During cold weatherThe capacity of the battery is re
duced at low temperatures. This
is an inevitable result of its
chemical and physical properties.
This is why a very cold battery, particularly one that is not fully charged, will only deliver a fracti
on of the starter current which
is normally available.We recommend you to have the battery checked before the start of cold weather and, if necessa
ry, have it charged or replaced.
This does not only ensure reliable starting, but a battery whichis kept fully charged also has a longer life.Disconnection and connectionTo disconnect the battery cable, stop the engine, first discon- nect the negative (-) terminal a
nd then the positive (+) terminal.
When connecting the battery, fi
rst connect the positive (+) ter-
minal and then the ne
gative (-) terminal.
WARNING
!●
Keep sparks, cigarettes, and flames away from the battery because the battery could explode.
●
The battery electrolyte is
extremely caustic. Do not
allow it to come in contact with your eyes, skin,clothing, or the painted surf
aces of the vehicle. Spilt
electrolyte should be
flushed immediately with
ample amounts of water.Irritation to eyes or skin
from contact with electro-
lyte requires immediate medical attention.
●
Ventilate when charging or
using the battery in an
enclosed space.
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Maintenance
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Wiper blade rubber replacement
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1. Lift the wiper arm off the windscreen. 2. Pull the wiper blade until its stopper (A) disengages from
the hook (B). Then, pull the wiper blade further to removeit.
NOTE●
Do not allow the wiper arm to fall onto the windscreen; it could damage the glass.
3. Attach the retainers (C) to a new wiper blade.
Refer to the illustration to ensure that the retainers are cor- rectly aligned as
you attach them.
4. Insert the wiper blade into the arm, starting with the oppo-
site end of the blade from the stopper. Make sure the hook(B) is fitted correctly in
the grooves in the blade.
NOTE●
If retainers are not supplied with the new wiper blade, use the retainers from the old blade.
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Alphabetical index 4Heated mirror 4-14 Heated seats 2-12High-beam indicator lamp 3-12High-mounted stop lampBulb capacity 8-36Replacement 8-48Hinges and latches lubrication 8-28Horn switch 3-78
I
If the vehicle breaks down 6-2Ignition switch 4-14Indicator and warning lamps 3-10Indicator lamps 3-12Inside rear-view mirror 4-9Inspection and maintenance following rough road operation 4-53Installation of accessories 6Installation position for warning triangle 5-107Instruments 3-2Interior lamp switch 5-85Interior lamps 5-85
J
JackStorage 6-11Jack handle 6-15Storage 6-11Jump starting (Eme
rgency starting) 6-2
K
Keyless entry system 1-5 Keys 1-2
L
Labeling 9-2Lamp monitor buzzer 3-60Lamps (headlamps, fog lamp, etc.) auto-cutout function 3-60Leakage (Fuel, engine coolant, oil and exhaust gas) 8-27Licence plate lampsBulb capacity 8-36Replacement 8-49Low fuel warning lamp 3-8Lubricants 9-16Luggage compartment lamp 5-88Bulb capacity 8-38Replacement 8-52Luggage floor box 5-97Luggage hooks 5-105LW/MW/FM electronic tuning radio with CD autochanger5-43LW/MW/FM electronic tuning radio with CD player 5-20
M
Making a flat seat 2-35Making a luggage area 2-19Manual transmission 4-23Fluid 9-16
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