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Special Additives
The manufacturer strongly recommends against using
any special additives in the transmission.
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered
product and its performance may be impaired by supple-
mental additives. Therefore, do not add any fluid addi-
tives to the transmission. The only exception to this
policy is the use of special dyes for diagnosing fluid
leaks. Avoid using transmission sealers as they may
adversely affect seals.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as
the chemicals can damage your transmission compo-
nents. Such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Fluid Level Check
The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not require
adjustment under normal operating conditions. Routine
fluid level checks are not required, therefore the transmis-
sion has no dipstick. Your authorized dealer can check your
transmission fluid level using special service tools.
If you notice fluid leakage or transmission malfunction,
visit your authorized dealer immediately to have the
transmission fluid level checked. Operating the vehicle
with an improper fluid level can cause severe transmis-
sion damage.
CAUTION!
•If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your au-
thorized dealer immediately. Severe transmission
damage may occur. Your authorized dealer has the
proper tools to adjust the fluid level accurately.
502 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
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NOTE:
•The oil change indicator message will not monitor the
time since the last oil change. Change your vehicle’s oil
if it has been six months since your last oil change,
even if the oil change indicator message is NOT
illuminated.
• Change your engine oil more often if you drive your
vehicle off-road for an extended period of time.
• Under no circumstances should oil change intervals
exceed 6,000 miles (10,000 km) or six months, which-
ever comes first. Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other
than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in
“Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further in-
formation.
At Each Stop For Fuel
•
Check the engine oil level. Refer to “Maintenance
Procedures/Engine Oil” in “Maintaining Your Ve-
hicle” for further information.
• Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
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Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel)................440
Odometer .............................. .302
Oil Change Indicator ...................... .302
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ..................302
Oil, Engine ............................. .480
Capacity ............................ .523
Change Interval ....................... .320
Checking ............................ .480
Dipstick ............................. .480
Disposal ............................. .482
Filter ............................... .482
Filter Disposal ........................ .482
Materials Added to ..................... .482
Recommendation ...................... .481
Synthetic ............................ .482
Viscosity ............................ .481
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... .483
Onboard Diagnostic System ..................476
Operating Precautions ..................... .476Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual)
.............4
Outside Rearview Mirrors ...................109
Overdrive .............................. .383
Overdrive OFF Switch ..................... .383
Overheating, Engine ...................... .310
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .............4
Paint Care ............................. .504
Panic Alarm ..............................24
Parking Brake ........................... .395
Park Sense System, Rear ....................248
Passing Light ........................... .204
Pedals, Adjustable ........................ .218
Pets ....................................94
Pets, Transporting ..........................94
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ..........416
Power Deck Lid Release ........................42
Distribution Center (Fuses) ................513
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Remote Trunk Release.......................42
Replacement Bulbs ....................... .518
Replacement Keys .........................17
Replacement Parts ........................ .478
Replacement Tires ........................ .429
Reporting Safety Defects ....................551
Resetting Oil Change Indicator ................302
Restraint, Head .......................... .187
Restraints, Child ...........................72
Restraints, Occupant ........................44
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck .................468
Rotation, Tires .......................... .432
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ..................96
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle .................98
Safety Defects, Reporting ....................551
Safety, Exhaust Gas .........................95
Safety Information, Tire .....................410
Safety Tips ...............................95 Schedule, Maintenance
.....................528
Seat Belt Maintenance ..................... .509
Seat Belt Reminder .........................56
Seat Belts ................................44
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage .........52
And Pregnant Women .....................57
Child Restraint ..........................72
Extender ..............................57
Front Seat .............................48
Inspection .............................96
Operating Instructions ....................49
Pretensioners ...........................55
Rear Seat ..............................48
Untwisting Procedure .....................53
Seats ................................. .179
Adjustment .......................... .179
Easy Entry ........................... .195
Head Restraints ....................... .187
Heated .............................. .182
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