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recommended fluid. No chemical flushes should be used
in any transmission; only the approved lubricant should
be used.
CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac-
turer ’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration
in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter
shudder, and will require more frequent fluid and
filter changes. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and
Genuine Parts” in this section for fluid specifica-
tions.
Special Additives
The manufacturer strongly recommends against using
any special additives in the transmission.Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered
product and its performance may be impaired by supple-
mental additives. Therefore, do not add any fluid addi-
tives to the transmission. The only exception to this
policy is the use of special dyes for diagnosing fluid
leaks. Avoid using transmission sealers as they may
adversely affect seals.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as
the chemicals can damage your transmission compo-
nents. Such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Fluid Level Check
The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not
require adjustment under normal operating conditions.
Routine fluid level checks are not required, therefore the
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 509
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Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other
than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your
Instrument Panel” for further information.
At Each Stop For Fuel
•Check the engine oil level. Refer to “Maintenance
Procedures/Engine Oil” in “Maintaining Your Ve-
hicle” for further information.
• Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
Once A Month
•
Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage.
• Inspect the battery, and clean and tighten the terminals
as required. •
Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and power steering, and add as
needed.
• Check all lights and other electrical items for correct
operation.
At Each Oil Change
• Change the engine oil filter.
• Inspect the brake hoses and lines.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
Required Maintenance Intervals
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
pages for the required maintenance intervals.
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Occupant Restraints........................45
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) ..................63
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ................445
Odometer .............................. .303
Oil Change Indicator ...................... .303
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ..................303
Oil, Engine ............................. .487
Capacity ............................ .534
Change Interval ....................... .323
Checking ............................ .487
Dipstick ............................. .487
Disposal ............................. .489
Filter ............................... .489
Filter Disposal ........................ .489
Materials Added to ..................... .489
Recommendation ...................... .488
Synthetic ............................ .489
Viscosity ............................ .489
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... .489Onboard Diagnostic System
..................484
Operating Precautions ..................... .484
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) .............4
Outside Rearview Mirrors ...................113
Overdrive .............................. .386
Overdrive OFF Switch ..................... .386
Overheating, Engine ...................... .312
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .............4
Paint Care ..............................511
Panic Alarm ..............................24
Parking Brake ........................... .397
ParkSense® System, Rear ....................250
Passing Light ........................... .202
Passive Entry .............................34
Pedals, Adjustable ........................ .215
Pets ....................................99
Pets, Transporting ..........................99
Phone (Pairing) .......................... .135
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Remote ControlStarting System .........................26
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ..................21
FCC General Information ..................26
Lock The Doors .........................23
Panic Alarm ............................24
Programming Additional Key Fobs ...........18
Programming Additional Transmitters .........18
Remote Battery Replacement ................24
Transmitter Battery Replacement .............24
Unlatch The Trunk .......................23
Unlock The Doors .......................22
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls .........352
Remote Starting EVIC Remote Start Abort Message ............28
Exit Remote Start Mode ...................29
How To Use Remote Start ..................27
To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The
Vehicle ...............................29 Uconnect® Customer Programmable Features . . .344
Uconnect® Settings
..................... .344
Remote Starting System ......................26
Remote Trunk Release .......................43
Replacement Bulbs ....................... .528
Replacement Keys .........................17
Replacement Parts ........................ .486
Replacement Tires ........................ .433
Reporting Safety Defects ....................561
Resetting Oil Change Indicator ................303
Restraint, Head .......................... .185
Restraints, Child ...........................75
Restraints, Occupant ........................45
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck .................475
Rotation, Tires .......................... .436
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle .................102
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ................104
Safety Defects, Reporting ....................561
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Passive Entry Programming.................34
Uconnect® Settings ..................... .341
Uconnect® Voice Command ..................165
Uniform Tire Quality Grades .................563
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . .351
Unleaded Gasoline ....................... .445
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ................54
Vanity Mirrors ...........................116
Vehicle Certification Label ...................453
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .............6
Vehicle Loading ......................... .420
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ...............7
Vehicle Security Alarm (Security Alarm) ..........18
Vehicle Storage .......................... .364
Viscosity, Engine Oil ...................... .489
Voice Command ......................... .165Warning Flasher, Hazard
....................458
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . . .303
Warnings and Cautions .......................6
Warranty Information ..................... .560
Washer Adding Fluid ......................... .496
Washers, Windshield ...................... .208
Washing Vehicle ......................... .512
Water Driving Through ....................... .394
Wheel and Wheel Trim .....................513
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care .................513
Wind Buffeting ............................42
Window Fogging ........................ .364
Windows ................................39
Power ................................39
Reset Auto-Up ..........................41
Wind Buffeting ..........................42
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