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NOTE:The range depends on several factors: driving
style, type of route (freeway, residential, mountain roads,
etc.), conditions of use of the car (load, tire pressure, etc.).
Trip planning must take into account the above notes.
Distance Traveled
This value shows the distance covered since the last reset.
Average Consumption
This value shows the approximate average consumption
since the last reset.
Instant Consumption
This indicates the fuel consumption. The value is con-
stantly updated. The message “----” will appear on the
display if the car is parked with the engine running.
Average Speed
This value shows the vehicle’s average speed as a func-
tion of the overall time elapsed since the last reset.
Travel Time
This value shows the time elapsed since the last reset.
Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable
Features)
Dimmer
The EVIC display is provided with a light sensor capable
of detecting environmental light conditions and adjust-
ing the brightness of the instruments accordingly.
NOTE:The brightness of the instrument panel may
change while travelling following an event that causes
switching from “day” to “night” conditions (or vice
versa) in the passenger compartment (e.g. in a tunnel, on
avenues in shadows, under bridges, etc.).
To adjust the brightness, proceed as follows:
1. Press the UPor DOWNbutton to set the
required brightness level.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change
indicator system. The oil change indicator system will
remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change
indicator message will illuminate. This means that ser-
vice is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions
such as frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or
cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will
influence when the “Change Oil” message is displayed.
Severe Operating Conditions can cause the change oil
message to illuminate as early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km)
since last reset. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as
possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
NOTE:Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve months,
whichever comes first.
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
•Check engine oil level
•Check windshield washer fluid level
•Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual
wear or damage
•Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and transmission as needed
•Check function of all interior and exterior lights
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Maintenance Free Battery....................317
Maintenance, General......................313
Maintenance Procedures....................313
Maintenance Schedule......................356
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine).......151
Manual, Service..........................366
Manual Transmission......................227
Fluid Level Check.......................336
Frequency of Fluid Change................336
Lubricant Selection......................336
Master Cylinder (Brakes)....................333
Mirrors.................................91
Automatic Dimming......................92
Electric Powered.........................93
Heated...............................95
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle...............8
Monitor, Tire Pressure System................266
Multi-Function Control Lever.................112
New Vehicle Break-In Period..................78
Occupant Restraints........................45
Occupant Restraints (Sedan)..................26
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel)................272
Odometer...............................156
Tr i p . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..156
Oil Change Indicator.......................161
Oil Change Indicator, Reset..................161
Oil, Engine..............................313
Capacity.............................353
Change Interval........................314
Checking.............................313
Disposal..............................315
Filter................................316
Filter Disposal.........................315
Recommendation.......................315
Viscosity.............................315
Oil Filter, Selection........................316
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