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•Make sure that the radiator and coolant recovery
bottle overflow hoses are not kinked or obstructed.
•Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is
equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the
condenser clean.
•Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter
operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install
ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs may
result in unsatisfactory cooling performance, poor gas
mileage, and increased emissions.
Brake System
In order to assure brake system performance, all brake
system components should be inspected periodically.
Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” for further information.
WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and
possibly an accident. Driving with your foot resting
or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally
high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and
possible brake damage. You would not have your full
braking capacity in an emergency.
Master Cylinder – Brake Fluid Level Check
Check the fluid level in the master cylinder immediately
if the brake system warning light indicates system fail-
ure.
Check the fluid level in the master cylinder when per-
forming underhood services.
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Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap).......... 371
Cooling System ......................... 369
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .............. 370
Coolant Capacity ...................... 403
Coolant Level ...................... 369,372
Disposal of Used Coolant ................ 372
Drain, Flush, and Refill .................. 369
Inspection ........................... 372
Points to Remember .................... 373
Pressure Cap ......................... 371
Radiator Cap ......................... 371
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ......370,403,404
Corrosion Protection ..................... 379
Cruise Control (Speed Control) .............. 135
Cruise Light ........................... 165
Cupholders ......................... 148,384
Customer Assistance ..................... 427
Customer Programmable Features ............ 179Daytime Running Lights
................... 127
Dealer Service .......................... 354
Deck Lid, Emergency Release ................ 37
Deck Lid, Power Release ................... 35
Defroster, Rear Window ................... 151
Defroster, Windshield .............80,232,233,238
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ................. 131
Diagnostic System, Onboard ................ 352
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ................. 128
Dipsticks Automatic Transaxle ................. 377,378
Oil (Engine) .......................... 356
Power Steering ........................ 264
Disabled Vehicle Towing ................... 344
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ............... 372
Engine Oil ........................... 359
Door Locks ............................. 29
Door Locks, Automatic .................... 31
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Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant.......158,330
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint ............... 70
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ................ 18
Theft System (Security Alarm) ............... 18
Tilt Steering Column ..................... 134
Time Delay, Headlight .................... 125
Tire and Loading Information Placard ......... 282
Tire Identification Number (TIN) ............. 280
Tire Markings .......................... 277
Tire Safety Information .................... 277
Tires ............................ 81,286,433
Aging (Life of Tires) .................... 292
Air Pressure .......................... 286
Chains .............................. 294
Changing ............................ 332
Compact Spare ........................ 289
Flat Changing ...................... 332,338
General Information .................... 286
High Speed .......................... 289 Inflation Pressures
..................... 287
Jacking ............................. 332
Life of Tires .......................... 292
Load Capacity ..................... 282,283
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ........... 295
Pressure Warning Light .................. 168
Quality Grading ....................... 433
Radial .............................. 289
Replacement ......................... 292
Rotation ............................ 294
Safety ........................... 277,286
Sizes ............................... 278
Snow Tires ........................... 294
Spare Tire ........................... 333
Spinning ............................ 290
Tread Wear Indicators ................... 291
To Open Hood .......................... 121
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight .............. 322
Tonneau Cover .......................... 87
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