This section explains why it is
important to keep your vehicle well
maintained and how to f ollow basic
maintenance saf ety precautions.
This section also includes
instructions on how to read the
maintenance minder messages on
the information display, and
instructions f or simple maintenance
tasks you may want to take care of
yourself .
If you have the skills and tools to
perf orm more complex maintenance
tasks on your vehicle, you may want
to purchase the service manual. See
page f or inf ormation on how to
obtain a copy, or see your dealer.......................
Maintenance Saf ety .306
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Maintenance Minder .307
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Fluid Locations .314
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Adding Engine Oil .316
Changing the Engine Oil and ...........................................
Filter .318
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Engine Coolant .320
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Windshield Washers .322
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Transmission Fluid .323
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Automatic Transmission .323
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Manual Transmission .325
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Brake and Clutch Fluid .326
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Brake Fluid .326
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Clutch Fluid .327
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Power Steering Fluid .327
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Timing Belt .328
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Lights .329
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Cleaning the Seat Belts .338
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Floor Mats .338
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Dust and Pollen Filter .339
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Wiper Blades .340
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Tires .343
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Checking the Battery .351
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Vehicle Storage .352
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