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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.U.S. Vehicles:
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Maintenance Saf ety .324
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Maintenance Minder . 325
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Fluid Locations .332
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Adding Engine Oil .333
Changing the Engine Oil and ...........................................
Filter .335
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Engine Coolant .337
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Windshield Washers .339
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Transmission Fluid .340
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Automatic Transmission . 340
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Brake Fluid .342
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Power Steering Fluid . 343
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Timing Belt .343
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Lights .344
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Cleaning the Seat Belts . 353
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Floor Mats .353
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Dust and Pollen Filter . 354
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Audio Antenna .355
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Wiper Blades .355
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Tires .359
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Checking the Battery . 367
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Vehicle Storage .368
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Interior Care .369
419
Maintenance
Maintenance, replacement, or
repair of emissions control
devices and systems may be done
by any automotive repair
establishment or individual using
parts that are ‘‘certif ied’’ to EPA
standards.
Maint enance
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Check the condition of the battery
monthlybylookingatthetest
indicator window. The label on the
battery explains the test indicator’s
colors. Battery posts,
terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds.
If you need to connect the battery to
a charger, disconnect both cables to
prevent damaging your vehicle’s
electrical system. Always disconnect
the negative ( ) cable first, and
reconnect it last. If additional battery maintenance is
needed, see your dealer or a
qualif ied mechanic.
The location of the test indicator
window varies between
manuf acturers. Check the terminals f or corrosion (a
white or yellowish powder). To
remove it, cover the terminals with a
solution of baking soda and water. It
will bubble up and turn brown. When
this stops, wash it of f with plain
water. Dry off the battery with a
cloth or paper towel. Coat the
terminals with grease to help prevent
f uture corrosion.
CONT INUED
WARNING:
Wash your hands af ter handling.
Checking the Battery
Maint enance
367
TEST INDICATOR WINDOW
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No. Circuits Protected
Amps. No. Amps. Circuits Protected No.
Circuits Protected
Amps.
11
12
21
22
23
24
25 26
31
32
33
34
35
3637
38
Battery
Passenger’s Side Fuse Box
Not Used
ABS/VSA
ABS/VSA Motor
Passenger’s Side Fuse Box
Not Used
120 A
40 A
40 A
30 A
40 A 30 A
30 A
30 A
30 A
60 A
30 ANot Used
Sub Fan Motor
Wiper Motor
Main Fan Motor
Driver’s Side Light Main
Driver’s Side Fuse Box
Passenger’s Side Light Main 4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21 Not Used
IG Main
Fan Relay
Rear Defroster
Not Used
Hazard
Horn, Stop
Not Used
Trailer
IG Coil
FI Sub
Not Used
Not Used
Back Up
Interior Lights
FI Main
DBW
Back Up, FI ECU
Heater Motor
MG Clutch
50 A
7.5 A 40 A
15 A
20 A
(15 A) 15 A
15 A
10 A
7.5 A 15 A
15 A
7.5 A 40 A
7.5 A
Use this space for the trailer light, if it is
installed.
:
Fuse Locations
394
UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX
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