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WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
D080D01MC-AATEMERGENCY TOWING
For emergency towing when no commer-
cial tow vehicle is available, attach a tow
cable, chain or strap to one of the towing
hooks under the front/rear of your car. Do
not attempt to tow your vehicle in this
manner on any unpaved surface. This
may result in serious damage to your car.
Nor should it be attempted if the wheels,
drive train, axles, steering or brakes are
damaged. Before towing, be sure the
transaxle is in neutral and the key in
"ACC" (with the engine off) or in the "ON"
position (with the engine running). A
driver must be in the towed car to steer it
and operate the brakes.
NOTE:
Before towing, check the level of the
automatic transaxle fluid. If it is below
the "HOT" range on the dipstick, add
fluid. If you cannot add fluid, flatbed
equipment or a towing dolly must be
used.
OMC045015OMC045016
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D080B03MC
CAUTION: o Automatic Transaxle:
Be sure to use a towing dolly under the
front wheels.
A vehicle with an automatic transaxle
should never be towed from the rear
with the front wheels on the ground.
This can cause serious damage to the
transaxle.
3) It is recommended that your vehicle be
towed with all the wheels off the ground.
Front
(If Installed)
Rear
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CAUTION:
- Automatic Transaxle
o If the car is being towed with all four
wheels on the ground, it can be towed
only from the front. Be sure that the
transaxle is in neutral. Be sure the
steering is unlocked by placing the
ignition switch in the ACC position. A
driver must be in the towed vehicle
to operate the steering and brakes.
o To avoid serious damage to the au-
tomatic transaxle, limit the vehicle
speed to 10 mph (15 km/h) and drive
less than 1 mile (1.5 km) when tow-
ing.
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OMC045013
OMC045014
(1)Open the towing hole cover by push-
ing it with your finger.(2)Take out the towing hook from the jack
case. To mount the towing hook, ro-
tate it clockwise.
NOTE:
The jack case is located on the spare
tire in the trunk or luggage compart-
ment.
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CAUTION
It should be tightened firmly with your
fingers until there is no more play in the
towing hole. Towing hook is located in
the jack case on the spare tire.
How to Use Front Towing Hook
(If Installed)
NOTE:
Place the towing hook & towing hole
cover in its original position when not in
use.
(3)Attach a tow cable, chain or strap to the
towing hook on the front bumper.
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VEHICLE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS
5
GENERAL ITEMS
DRIVE BELT *
1
COOLANT *
3
TIMING BELT *
5
MANUAL TRANSAXLE OIL
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID
BRAKE FLUID
BRAKE HOSES AND LINES
FRONT BRAKE DISC/PADS, CALIPERS
REAR BRAKE DRUMS/LININGS
PARKING BRAKE
EXHAUST PIPE AND MUFFLER
SUSPENSION MOUNTING BOLTS
STEERING GEAR BOX, LINKAGE & BOOTS/LOWER ARM
BALL JOINT
POWER STEERING FLUID
POWER STEERING PUMP, BELT AND HOSES
DRIVE SHAFTS AND BOOTS
AIR CONDITIONING REFRIGERANT
CLIMATE CONTROL AIR FILTER 1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18 No.DESCRIPTIONMILES X 1000
KILOMETERS X 1000
MONTHS7.5
12
615
24
12
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36
1830
48
24
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I37.5
60
3045
72
36
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I52.5
84
4260
96
48
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I67.5
108
5475
120
60
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I82.5
132
6690
144
72
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I97.5
156
78105
168
84
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I112.5
180
90120
192
96
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I127.5
204
102135
216
108
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I142.5
228
114150
240
120
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Replace every 10,000 miles (15,000 km) or 12 months
Note :
*1. The drive belt should be replaced when cracks occur or tension is reduced excessively.
*2. For the first time, inspect the drive belt at 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 72 months.
After that, inspect it every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 24 months.
*3. When adding coolant, use only deionized water or soft water for your vehicle and never mix hard water in the coolant filled at the factory.
An improper coolant mixture can result in serious malfunction or engine damage.
*4. For the first time, replace the coolant at 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 120 months.
After that, replace it every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months.
*5. Inspect the tensioner/idler when timing belt is replaced.F030C2MC-AATR : Replace I : Inspect and, after inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace if necessary
See Note *
4
Replace every 90,000 miles or 108 monthsSee Note *
2
Inspect every 37,500 miles (60,000 km) or 48 months
Inspect every 37,500 miles (60,000 km) or 48 months
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VEHICLE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS6
DRIVING
CONDITION MAINTENANCE
INTERVALS
ENGINE OIL AND FILTER
AIR CLEANER FILTER
SPARK PLUGS
FRONT BRAKE DISC/PADS, CALIPERS
REAR BRAKE DRUMS/LININGS
PARKING BRAKE
STEERING GEAR BOX, LINKAGE
& BOOTS/LOWER ARM BALL JOINT
DRIVESHAFTS AND BOOTS
TIMING BELT
MANUAL TRANSAXLE OIL
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID
CLIMATE CONTROL AIR FILTER
R
R
R
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R
R
R MAINTENANCE
OPERATION MAINTENANCE ITEM
EVERY 3,750 MILES (6,000 KM) OR 6 MONTHS
MORE FREQUENTLY
MORE FREQUENTLY
MORE FREQUENTLY
MORE FREQUENTLY
MORE FREQUENTLY
MORE FREQUENTLY
EVERY 7,500 MILES (12,000 KM) OR 6 MONTHS
EVERY 60,000 MILES OR 72 MONTHS
EVERY 80,000 MILES (120,000 KM)
EVERY 60,000 MILES (96,000 KM)
MORE FREQUENTLY
SEVERE DRIVING CONDITIONSA - Repeatedly driving short distance of less than 5miles (8km) in normal
temperature or less than 10miles (16km) in freezing temperature
B - Extensive engine idling or low speed driving for long distances
C - Driving on rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, graveled or salt- spread roads
D - Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in very cold
weatherE - Driving in sandy areas
F - Driving in heavy traffic area over 90°F (32°C)
G - Driving on uphill, downhill, or mountain road
H - Towing a Trailer, or using a camper, or roof rack
I - Driving as a patrol car, taxi, other commercial use or vehicle
towing
J - Driving over 100 MPH (170 Km/h)
K - Frequently driving in stop-and-go conditionsA, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, K
C, E
B, H
C, D, G, H
C, D, G, H
C, D, G, H
C, D, E, F, G, H, I
C, E, F
B, C, D, E, F, G, I
A, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J
A, C, E, F, G, H, I
C, EMAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE USAGE CONDITIONSF040A02MC-AATThe following items must be serviced more frequently on cars normally used under severe driving conditions. Refer to the chart below
for the appropriate maintenance intervals.
R : Replace I : Inspect and, after inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace if necessary
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9
F070M01A-AATo Steering Gear Box, Linkage &
Boots/Lower Arm Ball JointWith the vehicle stopped and engine off,
check for excessive free-play in the steer-
ing wheel. Check the linkage for bends or
damage. Check the dust boots and ball
joints for deterioration, cracks, or dam-
age. Replace any damaged parts.
F070L01A-AATo Suspension Mounting BoltsCheck the suspension connections for
looseness or damage. Retighten to the
specified torque.F070K01A-AATo Exhaust Pipe and MufflerVisually inspect the exhaust pipes, muf-
fler and hangers for cracks, deterioration,
or damage. Start the engine and listen
carefully for any exhaust gas leakage.
Tighten connections or replace parts as
necessary.F070J01A-AATo Front Brake Disc/Pads, CalipersCheck the pads for excessive wear, discs
for run out and wear, and calipers for fluid
leakage.
F070Q01A-AATo Air Conditioning RefrigerantCheck the air conditioning lines and con-
nections for leakage and damage. Check
air conditioning performance according
to the relevant shop manual if necessary.F070P01A-AATo Driveshafts and BootsCheck the drive shafts, boots and clamps
for cracks, deterioration, or damage. Re-
place any damaged parts and, if neces-
sary, repack the grease.
F070N01A-AATo Power Steering Pump, Belt and
HosesCheck the power steering pump and
hoses for leakage and damage. Replace
any damaged or leaking parts immedi-
ately. Inspect the power steering belt for
evidence of cuts, cracks, excessive wear,
oiliness and proper tension. Replace or
adjust it if necessary.
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Engine Compartment .................................................... 6-2
General Checks ............................................................ 6-4
Maintenance Precautions ............................................. 6-5
Checking the Engine Oil ............................................... 6-5
Checking and Changing the Engine Coolant ................ 6-8
Changing the Air Cleaner Filter ..................................... 6-9
Checking the Transaxle Oil (Manual) .........................6-12
Checking the Transaxle Fluid (Automatic)..................6-12
Checking the Brakes ..................................................6-14
Air Conditioning Care..................................................6-15
Changing the Climate Control Air Filter .......................6-16
Checking and Replacing Fuses..................................6-17
Checking the Battery..................................................6-20
Power Steering Fluid Level .........................................6-22
Replacement of Light Bulbs ........................................6-23
Bulb Wattage ...............................................................6-29
Fuse Panel Description...............................................6-30
DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE
6
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DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE2
ENGINE COMPARTMENTG010A01MC-AATType A1. Engine coolant reservoir .......... 6-8
2. Engine oil filler cap .................. 6-7
3. Brake fluid reservoir ...............6-14
4. Air cleaner filter ........................ 6-95. Windshield washer fluid
reservoir cap ...........................6-11
6. Power steering fluid reservoir
(If Installed) .............................6-22
7. Engine oil level dipstick ........... 6-68. Radiator cap ............................. 6-8
9. Automatic transaxle fluid level
dipstick (If Installed) ................6-13
10. Battery .....................................6-20
11. Fuse/Relay box .......................6-17
OMC059036
CAUTION:
When inspecting or servicing
the engine, you should handle
tools and other heavy objects
carefully so that the plastic
cover of the engine is not dam-
aged.
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DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE
3
G010A01MC-AAT1. Engine oil filler cap .................. 6-7
2. Brake fluid reservoir ...............6-14
3. Air cleaner filter ........................ 6-9
4. Fuse/Relay box .......................6-175. Windshield washer fluid
reservoir cap ...........................6-11
6. Power steering fluid reservoir
(If Installed) .............................6-22
7. Engine oil level dipstick ........... 6-68. Radiator cap ............................. 6-8
9. Automatic transaxle fluid level
dipstick (If Installed) ................ 6-13
10. Engine coolant reservoir .......... 6-8
11. Battery ..................................... 6-20
OMC059036L
CAUTION:
When inspecting or servicing
the engine, you should handle
tools and other heavy objects
carefully so that the plastic
cover of the engine is not dam-
aged.
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Type B