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Features of your vehicle
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D200200AUN
Windshield washers
In the OFF position, pull the lever gently
toward you to spray washer fluid on the
windshield and to run the wipers 1-3
cycles.
Use this function when the windshield is
dirty.
The spray and wiper operation will con-
tinue until you release the lever.
If the washer does not work, check the
washer fluid level. If the fluid level is not
sufficient, you will need to add appropri-
ate non-abrasive windshield washer fluid
to the washer reservoir.
The reservoir filler neck is located in the
front of the engine compartment on the
passenger side.
CAUTION
To prevent possible damage to the
washer pump, do not operate thewasher when the fluid reservoir isempty.
WARNING
Do not use the washer in freezing
temperatures without first warming
the windshield with the defrosters;
the washer solution could freeze on
contact with the windshield and
obscure your vision.
CAUTION
To prevent possible damage to the wipers or windshield, do notoperate the wipers when thewindshield is dry.
To prevent damage to the wiper blades, do not use gasoline,kerosene, paint thinner, or othersolvents on or near them.
To prevent damage to the wiper arms and other components, donot attempt to move the wipersmanually.
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Engine compartment / 7-2
Maintenance services / 7-5
Owner maintenance / 7-6
Scheduled maintenance service / 7-8
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items / 7-13
Engine oil / 7-16
Engine coolant / 7-18
Brake fluid / 7-21
Power steering fluid / 7-22
Washer fluid / 7-23
Parking brake / 7-24
Air cleaner / 7-24
Climate control air filter / 7-27
Wiper blades / 7-29
Battery / 7-32
Tires and wheels / 7-35
Fuses / 7-49
Light bulbs / 7-60
Appearance care / 7-69
Emission control system / 7-75
California perchlorate notice / 7-78
Maintenance
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Maintenance
G030102ABH
While operating your vehicle:
Note any changes in the sound of theexhaust or any smell of exhaust fumes
in the vehicle.
Check for vibrations in the steering wheel. Notice any increased steering
effort or looseness in the steering
wheel, or change in its straight-ahead
position.
Notice if your vehicle constantly turns slightly or “pulls” to one side when trav-
eling on smooth, level road.
When stopping, listen and check for unusual sounds, pulling to one side,
increased brake pedal travel or “hard-
to-push” brake pedal.
If any slipping or changes in the oper- ation of your transmission occurs,
check the transmission fluid level.
Check automatic transmission P (Park) function.
Check parking brake.
Check for fluid leaks under your vehicle (water dripping from the air condition-
ing system during or after use is nor-
mal).
G030103AUN
At least monthly:
Check coolant level in the enginecoolant reservoir.
Check the operation of all exterior lights, including the stoplights, turn sig-
nals and hazard warning flashers.
Check the inflation pressures of all tires including the spare.
G030104AUN
At least twice a year (i.e., every Spring and Fall):
Check radiator, heater and air condi- tioning hoses for leaks or damage.
Check windshield washer spray and wiper operation. Clean wiper blades
with clean cloth dampened with wash-
er fluid.
Check headlight alignment.
Check muffler, exhaust pipes, shields and clamps.
Check the lap/shoulder belts for wear and function.
Check for worn tires and loose wheel lug nuts.
G030105AUN-EU
At least once a year:
Clean body and door drain holes.
Lubricate door hinges and checks, andhood hinges.
Lubricate door and hood locks and latches.
Lubricate door rubber weatherstrips.
Check the air conditioning system.
Check the power steering fluid level.
Inspect and lubricate automatic trans- mission linkage and controls.
Clean battery and terminals.
Check the brake fluid level.
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Index
GAW (Gross axle weight) ··················\
··················\
····· 5-69
GAWR (Gross axle weight rating) ··················\
·········· 5-69
GVW (Gross vehicle weight) ··················\
··················\
5-69
GVWR (Gross vehicle weight rating) ··················\
····· 5-69
Washer fluid ··················\
··················\
··················\
··········· 7-23
Windows ··················\
··················\
··················\
················ 4-23 Auto up/down window ··················\
··················\
·········· 4-24
Power window lock button ··················\
··················\
···· 4-26
Windshield defrosting and defogging ··················\
····· 4-101 Auto defogging system ··················\
··················\
······· 4-103
Defogging logic ··················\
··················\
··················\
· 4-102
Winter driving ··················\
··················\
··················\
········ 5-60 Snow tires ··················\
··················\
··················\
············ 5-60
Tire chains ··················\
··················\
··················\
··········· 5-61
Wiper blades ··················\
··················\
··················\
·········· 7-29
Wipers and washers ··················\
··················\
················· 4-82
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