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WARNING!
•Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in
spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the
brake fluid catching fire.
•Use of a brake fluid that has a lower initial boiling
point than the recommended product or a brake
fluid that is unidentified as to FMVSS specification
may result in sudden brake failure during hard
prolonged braking. You could have an accident.
Use only brake fluid that has been in a tightly closed
container to avoid contamination from foreign matter or
moisture.
CAUTION!
Do not allow petroleum-base fluid to contaminate
the brake fluid. Seal damage may result.
Automatic Transmission
Fluid Level Check
Your vehicle is equipped with a capped transmission oil
fill tube that is sealed and it should not be tampered with.
Your authorized dealer has the proper tools to ensure that
the fluid level is set properly.
CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac-
turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration
in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter
shudder. Using a transmission fluid other than that
recommended by the manufacturer will result in
more frequent fluid and filter changes. Refer to
“Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in this sec-
tion for the correct fluid type.
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Draining Fluid
First remove fill plug (2), then drain plug (3). Recom-
mended tightening torque for drain and fill plugs is
15–25 ft lbs (20–34 N·m).
CAUTION!
Do not over-tighten the plugs. You could damage
them and cause a leak.
Lubricant Selection
Use only manufacturer’s recommended fluid. Refer to
“Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in this section
for the correct fluid type.
Frequency of Fluid Change
Under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at
the factory will give satisfactory lubrication for the life of
the vehicle. Fluid changes are not necessary unless the
fluid becomes contaminated with water. Change the fluid
immediately if contaminated with water.
Front/Rear Axle Fluid
Fluid Level Check
The lubricant level should be at bottom edge of the oil fill
hole.
Adding Fluid
Add lubricant only at the fill hole and only to the level
specified above.
Lubricant Selection
Use only manufacturer’s recommended lubricant. Refer
to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in this section
for the correct fluid type.
Frequency of Fluid Change
Under normal operating conditions, the lubricant in-
stalled at the factory will give satisfactory lubrication for
the life of the vehicle. Lubricant changes are not neces-
sary unless the lubricant becomes contaminated with
water. Change the lubricant immediately if contaminated
with water.
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Automatic Headlights.................... 143
Automatic Oil Change Indicator ..........212,218
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ......... 277
Automatic Transaxle ...................... 294
Special Additives ...................... 431
Automatic Transmission .............296,430,431
Adding Fluid ...................... 431,452
Fluid and Filter Changes ..............430,431
Fluid Change ......................... 431
Fluid Level Check ..................... 430
Fluid Type ........................... 452
Gear Ranges ......................... 297
Special Additives ...................... 431
Torque Converter ...................... 301
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) ...... 180
Auxiliary Power Outlet ................... 180
Axle Fluid ............................. 452
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid) ............... 452Battery
............................... 417
Emergency Starting ..................... 402
Gas Caution .......................... 417
Jump Starting ......................... 402
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ....... 25
Belts, Seat ............................ 43,82
Body Mechanism Lubrication ............... 419
B-Pillar Location ........................ 342
Brake Assist System ...................... 325
Brake Assist Warning Light ................. 208
Brake Control System, Electronic ............. 324
Brake Fluid ............................ 452
Brake, Parking .......................... 320
Brake System ........................... 429
Anti-Lock (ABS) .................... 321,324
Fluid Check ....................... 429,452
Master Cylinder ....................... 429
Parking ............................. 320
Warning Light ........................ 213
INDEX 481
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Theft Alarm (Security Alarm)................ 18
Theft System (Security Alarm) ............... 18
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo ................... 188
Tilt Steering Column ..................... 154
Time Delay, Headlight .................... 144
Tip Start .............................. 291
Tire and Loading Information Placard ......... 342
Tire Identification Number (TIN) ............. 341
Tire Markings .......................... 337
Tire Safety Information .................... 337
Tires ............................ 83,346,476
Air Pressure .......................... 347
Chains .............................. 353
Changing ............................ 395
Compact Spare ........................ 350
General Information .................... 346
High Speed .......................... 349
Inflation Pressures ..................... 347
Jacking ............................. 395 Life of Tires
.......................... 352
Load Capacity ........................ 342
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ........... 356
Pressure Warning Light .................. 202
Quality Grading ....................... 476
Radial .............................. 349
Replacement ......................... 352
Rotation ............................ 355
Safety .............................. 337
Sizes ............................... 339
Spare Tire ........................... 396
Spinning ............................ 351
Tread Wear Indicators ................... 351
To Open Hood .......................... 140
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight .............. 382
Torque Converter Clutch .................. 301
Tow/Haul Indicator Light ................. 207
Towing ............................... 374
24-Hour Towing Assistance ............... 108
498 INDEX