Fuel system
•Fill the fuel tank with high-quality fuel until the first automatic shutoff
of the fuel pump nozzle.
Note:During extended periods of vehicle storage (30 days or more),
fuel may deteriorate due to oxidation. Add a quality gas stabilizer
product to the vehicle fuel system whenever actual or expected storage
periods exceed 30 days. Follow the instructions on the additive label.
The vehicle should then be operated at idle speed to circulate the
additive throughout the fuel system.
Cooling system
•Protect against freezing temperatures.
•When removing vehicle from storage, check coolant fluid level.
Confirm there are no cooling system leaks, and fluid is at the
recommended level.
Battery
•Check and recharge as necessary. Keep connections clean.
•If storing your vehicle for more than 30 days without recharging the
battery, it may be advisable to disconnect the battery cables to ensure
battery charge is maintained for quick starting.
Note:If battery cables are disconnected, it will be necessary to reset
memory features.
Brakes
•Make sure brakes and parking brake are fully released.
Tires
•Maintain recommended air pressure.
Miscellaneous
•Make sure all linkages, cables, levers and pins under vehicle are
covered with grease to prevent rust.
•Move vehicles at least 25 feet (8 meters) every 15 days to lubricate
working parts and prevent corrosion.
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Engine compartment -
opening ......................................175
Engine oil
checking and adding ......176–177
dipstick ....................................176
filter, specifications ................246
refill capacities ........................244
specifications ..........................244
Event data recording ..................10
Exhaust fumes ..........................110
F
Fail safe cooling ........................180
Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ....112
Floor mats .................................147
Fluid capacities .........................244
Fog lamps ..............................71–72
Fuel
cap ...........................................115
capacity ...................................244
choosing the right fuel ...........113
filler funnel .............................114
filling your vehicle with fuel ..115
filter, specifications ........184, 246
fuel pump shut-off ..................151
octane rating ...................113, 243
quality ......................................113
running out of fuel .................114
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................112
Fuel and distance computer ......85
to empty indicator ....................85
trip distance ..............................85
trip/reset button .......................85
Fuel - flex fuel vehicle (FFV)...112
Fuses ..................................163–164G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............115
Gauges .........................................78
odometer ...................................85
trip odometer ............................85
H
Hazard flashers .........................150
Headlamps ...........................70, 191
aiming ......................................189
bulb specifications ..................200
checking alignment ................189
flash to pass ..............................70
high beam .................................70
replacing bulbs .......................191
turning on and off ....................70
Head restraints .........................100
Heating ........................................94
Hood ..................................173, 175
I
Ignition ...............................109, 243
Illuminated visor mirror .............77
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................119
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................205
cluster ........................................79
J
Jack ............................................235
positioning ...............................235
storage .....................................235
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