WARNING!
Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and
with the engine off to prevent injury from moving
parts and to ensure accurate fluid level reading. Do
not overfill. Use only manufacturer’s recommended
power steering fluid.
If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicated
level. With a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from all
surfaces. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts”
in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information.
PARKING BRAKE
Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking
brake is fully applied. Also, be certain to leave an
automatic transmission in PARK, or manual transmission
in REVERSE or first gear.The parking brake lever is located in the center console.
To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up as firmly as
possible. To release the parking brake, pull the lever up
slightly, press the center button, then lower the lever
completely.
Parking Brake
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gas cap is properly tightened. Press the odometer reset
button to turn the message off. If the problem persists,
the message will appear the next time the vehicle is
started. This might indicate a damaged cap. If the prob-
lem is detected twice in a row, the system will turn on the
MIL. Resolving the problem will turn the MIL off.
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass
an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.
Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration.
For states that require an Inspection and Mainte-
nance (I/M), this check verifies the “Malfunction
Indicator Light (MIL)” is functioning and is not
on when the engine is running, and that the OBD II
system is ready for testing. Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II
system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently
serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace-
ment. If the OBD II system should be determined not
ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
Your vehicle has a simple ignition key-actuated test,
which you can use prior to going to the test station. To
check if your vehicle’s OBD II system is ready, you must
do the following:
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position, but do not
crank or start the engine.
2. If you crank or start the engine, you will have to start
this test over.
3. As soon as you turn the ignition switch to the ON
position, you will see the MIL symbol come on as part
of a normal bulb check.
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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, power steering and transmission as
needed
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights
Required Maintenance Intervals .
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following
page for the required maintenance intervals. At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil
Change Indicator System:
• Change oil and filter
• Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregu-
lar wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator
system turns on.
• Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as
required
• Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped
with dipstick
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses
and park brake
• Inspect engine cooling system protection and
hoses
• Inspect exhaust system
• Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or
off-road conditions
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Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ .473
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light) ...............311
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ...............99
Checks, Safety ............................99
Child Restraint ............................76
Child Safety Locks .........................40
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... .507
Cleaning
Wheels ............................. .593
Climate Control ......................... .391
Clock ................................. .337
Cold Weather Operation ....................411
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ............. .390
Compact Spare Tire ....................... .487
Compass .............................. .315
Compass Calibration ...................... .318
Compass Variance ........................ .317
Computer, Trip/Travel ..................... .315 Connector
UCI ............................... .382
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ........ .382
Console ............................... .189
Console, Floor .......................... .189
Contract, Service ......................... .627
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) .......... .580
Cooling System .......................... .577
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .............. .579
Coolant Capacity ...................... .610
Coolant Level ........................ .581
Disposal of Used Coolant ................ .581
Drain, Flush, and Refill ................. .578
Inspection ........................... .577
Points to Remember .................... .581
Pressure Cap ......................... .580
Radiator Cap ......................... .580
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ........... .578
Corrosion Protection ...................... .591636 INDEX
Filters
Air Cleaner .......................... .569
Air Conditioning ...................... .402
Engine Oil ........................... .569
Engine Oil Disposal .................... .568
Flashers
Hazard Warning ...................... .538
Turn Signal .......................... .103
Flash-To-Pass ........................... .170
Flooded Engine Starting .....................411
Fluid Capacities ......................... .610
Fluid Leaks ............................ .103
Fluid Level Checks ....................... .590
Engine Oil ........................... .566
Manual Transmission ................... .589
Power Steering ....................... .451
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts ...........611
Fog Lights ............................. .170
Fog Light Service ........................ .608 Fold and Tumble Rear Seat ................. .161
Folding Rear Seat ........................ .164
Folding Windshield ....................... .286
Four-Way Hazard Flasher .................. .538
Four Wheel Drive ........................ .428
Four Wheel Drive Operation ................ .428
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .................... .552
Front Axle (Differential) .................... .590
Fuel .................................. .506
Adding ............................. .510
Additives ........................... .509
Clean Air ........................... .507
Ethanol ............................. .507
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) ................... .510
Gasoline ............................ .506
Gauge .............................. .300
Materials Added ...................... .509
Methanol ........................... .507
Octane Rating ........................ .506
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Key, Replacement ..........................17
Keys ...................................14
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ....................16
Lane Change and Turn Signals ............... .301
Lane Change Assist ....................... .169
Lap Belts ................................48
Lap/Shoulder Belts .........................48
Latches ............................... .103
Lead Free Gasoline ....................... .506
Leaks, Fluid ............................ .103
Life of Tires ............................ .490
Light Bulbs ............................. .103
Lights ................................ .103
Airbag ...............................74
Alarm .............................. .305
Anti-Lock ........................... .303
Anti-Lock Warning ..................... .303
Automatic Headlights .................. .168 Back-Up ............................ .609
Brake Assist Warning ................... .468
Brake Warning ........................ .302
Bulb Replacement ..................... .607
Cargo .............................. .172
Center Mounted Stop ................... .609
Check Engine (Malfunction Indicator) ........311
Cruise .............................. .306
Daytime Running ..................... .171
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator . . . .468
Electronic Throttle Control Warning ......... .314
Exterior ............................. .103
Fog ................................ .170
Hazard Warning Flasher ................. .538
Headlights .......................... .167
Headlight Switch ...................... .167
High Beam .......................... .301
High Beam Indicator ................... .301
Hill Descent Control Indicator ............. .470642 INDEX
Illuminated Entry .......................21
Instrument Cluster ..................... .167
Interior ............................. .171
Lights On Reminder .................... .170
Low Fuel ........................... .300
Oil Pressure ......................... .301
Passing ............................. .170
Rear Servicing ........................ .609
Rear Tail ............................ .609
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... .301
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ............. .305
Service ............................. .607
Side Marker ......................... .609
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ............. .305
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ........... .306
Traction Control ....................... .468
Turn Signal .......................... .103
Voltage ............................. .300
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) .... .300 Loading Vehicle ......................... .513
Tires ............................... .477
Locking Axle ........................... .433
Locks ..................................36
Automatic Door ........................39
Child Protection ........................40
Door ................................36
Power Door ...........................38
Lubrication, Body ........................ .572
Maintenance Free Battery ................... .570
Maintenance Procedures ................... .565
Maintenance Schedule ..................... .614
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) .......311
Manual, Service ......................... .630
Manual Transmission ..................... .414
Fluid Level Check ..................... .589
Lubricant Selection ..................... .588
Shift Speeds ......................... .415
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