WARNING!(Continued)
cylinder reservoir cap secured at all times. Brake
fluid in a open container absorbs moisture from the
air resulting in a lower boiling point. This may
cause it to boil unexpectedly during hard or pro-
longed braking, resulting in sudden brake failure.
This could result in a collision.
• Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in
spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts, causing
the brake fluid to catch fire. Brake fluid can also
damage painted and vinyl surfaces, care should be
taken to avoid its contact with these surfaces.
• Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate
the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be
damaged, causing partial or complete brake failure.
This could result in a collision. Use only brake fluid that has been in a tightly closed
container to avoid contamination from foreign matter or
moisture.
Automatic Transmission
Selection Of Lubricant
It is important to use the proper transmission fluid to
ensure optimum transmission performance and life. Use
only the manufacturer ’s recommended transmission
fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in
“Maintaining Your Vehicle” for fluid specifications. It is
important to maintain the transmission fluid at the
correct level using the recommended fluid. No chemical
flushes should be used in any transmission; only the
approved lubricant should be used.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 519
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.
Fluid And Filter Changes
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
In addition, change the fluid and filter if the transmission
is disassembled for any reason.
Rear Axle
For normal service, periodic fluid level checks are not
required. When the vehicle is serviced for other reasons
the exterior surfaces of the axle assembly should be inspected. If gear oil leakage is suspected inspect the
fluid level. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine
Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further informa-
tion.
Fluid Level Check
Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug on the
axle. The fluid level should be at the bottom of the fill
hole. Add fluid, if necessary, to maintain the proper level.
Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in
“Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information.
Change Axle Fluid
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 521
54,000 Miles (90,000 km) or
54 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
❏ Rotate tires.
❏ Inspect the rear axle fluid.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature, Authorized Service Center
60,000 Miles (100,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
❏ Rotate tires.
❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
❏ Replace the air conditioning filter.
❏ Inspect the brake linings, and replace if necessary.
❏ Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
❏ Inspect the CV joints.
❏ Inspect the exhaust system.
❏ Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter if using your vehicle for any of
the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing.
❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all
parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature, Authorized Service Center
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 555
114,000 Miles (190,000 km) or
114 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
❏ Rotate tires.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature, Authorized Service Center
120,000 Miles (200,000 km) or 120 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
❏ Rotate tires.
❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
❏ Replace the air conditioning filter.
❏ Inspect the brake linings, and replace if necessary.
❏ Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
❏ Inspect the CV joints.
❏ Inspect the exhaust system.
❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all
parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary.
❏ Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter.
❏ Flush and replace the engine coolant at 120 months or 150,000 miles (250 000 km)
whichever comes first.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature, Authorized Service Center
560 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
Automatic Oil Change Indicator...............329
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ..........382
Automatic Transmission .................398, 521
Adding Fluid ...................... .521, 545
Fluid and Filter Changes ..................521
Fluid Change ......................... .521
Fluid Level Check ...................519, 520
Fluid Type ........................ .519, 545
Special Additives ...................... .520
Auto Unlock, Doors ........................33
Auto Up Power Windows ....................42
Axle Fluid ............................. .545
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid) .................545
Battery ................................ .502
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........24
Location ............................. .502
Belts, Seat ............................ .49, 97
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................507B-Pillar Location
......................... .434
Brake Assist System ...................... .419
Brake Control System, Electronic ..............418
Brake Fluid ............................ .545
Brake, Parking .......................... .413
Brake System ........................... .517
Anti-Lock (ABS) ....................... .416
Fluid Check ....................... .518, 545
Master Cylinder ....................... .518
Parking ............................. .413
Warning Light ........................ .317
Brake/Transmission Interlock .................398
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle .........94
Brightness, Interior Lights ...................225
Bulb Replacement ..................... .537, 539
Bulbs, Light .......................... .99, 537
Camera, Rear ........................... .276
Capacities, Fluid ......................... .543
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INDEX 579
Event Data Recorder........................73
Exhaust Gas Caution ....................96, 462
Exhaust System ....................... .96, 509
Exterior Folding Mirrors ....................110
Exterior Lighting ......................... .216
Exterior Lights ............................99
Filler Location Fuel ....................... .315
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .502
Air Conditioning ....................384, 505
Engine Oil ........................ .501, 544
Flashers Hazard Warning ....................... .472
Turn Signal ..................... .99, 222, 311
Flash-To-Pass ........................... .222
Flooded Engine Starting ....................394
Floor Console ........................... .302
Fluid, Brake ............................ .545Fluid Capacities
......................... .543
Fluid Leaks ..............................99
Fluid Level Checks ....................... .521
Automatic Transmission ..................520
Brake ............................... .518
Cooling System ........................ .512
Engine Oil ........................... .499
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts ...........544
Fog Lights .......................... .220, 311
Folding Rear Seat ........................ .208
Forward Collision Warning ...............265, 326
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .....................487
Fuel .................................. .458
Additives ............................ .460
Clean Air ............................ .458
Conserving ........................... .331
Ethanol ............................. .459
Filler Door (Gas Cap) ....................315
Gasoline ............................. .458
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INDEX 583
Service Contract......................... .570
Service Engine Soon Light (Malfunction Indicator). . .314
Service Manuals ......................... .572
Shifting ............................... .396
Automatic Transmission ..................396
Shift Lever Override ...................... .489
Shoulder Belts ............................49
Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage ................54
Side Airbag ..............................69
Side View Mirror Adjustment .................109
Signals, Turn ...................... .99, 222, 311
SmartBeams ............................ .218
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ...................449
Snow Tires ............................. .442
Spare Tire .......................... .444, 445
Spark Plugs ............................ .544
Specifications Fuel (Gasoline) ........................ .544
Oil................................. .544Speed Control (Cruise Control)
............237, 241
Speedometer ............................ .315
Starting ............................. .26, 391
Automatic Transmission ..................391
Cold Weather ......................... .394
Engine Fails to Start .....................394
Remote ...............................26
Starting and Operating .....................391
Starting Procedures ....................... .391
Steering Column Lock ......................... .231
Power .............................. .412
Tilt Column ....................... .231, 232
Wheel, Heated ........................ .233
Wheel, Tilt ........................ .231, 232
Steering Wheel Audio Controls ...............370
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . .370
Storage ............................... .536
Storage, Vehicle ...................... .383, 536
592 INDEX