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•If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are
required, the cooling system should be pressure tested
for leaks.
• Maintain engine coolant (antifreeze) concentration at a
minimum of 50% OAT coolant (conforming to MS-
12106) and distilled water for proper corrosion protec-
tion of your engine which contains aluminum compo-
nents.
• Make sure that the coolant expansion bottle overflow
hoses are not kinked or obstructed.
• Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is
equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the
condenser clean.
•
Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter
operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install ONLY
the correct type thermostat. Other designs may result in
unsatisfactory engine coolant (antifreeze) performance,
poor gas mileage, and increased emissions.
Brake System
In order to assure brake system performance, all brake
system components should be inspected periodically.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and
possibly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or
riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally
high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and
possible brake damage. You would not have your full
braking capacity in an emergency.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 443
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Console, Floor.......................... .204
Console, Overhead ....................... .185
Contract, Service ......................... .499
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ...........441
Cooling System .......................... .437
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............439
Coolant Capacity ...................... .471
Coolant Level ......................... .437
Disposal of Used Coolant .................441
Drain, Flush, and Refill ...................438
Inspection ........................... .442
Points to Remember .....................442
Pressure Cap ......................... .441
Radiator Cap ......................... .441
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) .............438
Corrosion Protection ...................... .449
Cruise Light ............................ .212
Cupholders ............................ .202
Customer Assistance ...................... .497Data Recorder, Event
.......................73
Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights .............168
Daytime Running Lights ....................163
Dealer Service ........................... .423
Deck Lid, Emergency Release .................45
Deck Lid, Power Release .....................43
Defroster, Rear Window .....................205
Defroster, Windshield .......................99
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ..................169
Diagnostic System, Onboard .................420
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ...................166
Dipsticks Oil (Engine) .......................... .424
Power Steering ........................ .331
Disabled Vehicle Towing ....................413
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................441
Door Locks Door Locks ............................
33
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Cooling System........................ .437
Engine Oil ........................... .424
Power Steering ........................ .331
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts ...........472
Fog Lights ............................. .164
Folding Rear Seat ........................ .158
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .....................409
Fuel .................................. .379
Adding ............................. .383
Additives ............................ .381
Clean Air ............................ .379
Ethanol ............................. .380
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) .....................383
Gasoline ............................. .379
Gauge .............................. .212
Materials Added ....................... .381
Methanol ............................ .380
Octane Rating ......................... .379
Requirements ......................... .379Specifications
......................... .472
Tank Capacity ......................... .471
Fueling ............................... .383
Fuel System Caution ...................... .384
Fuses ................................. .455
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) ............186
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ...................383
Gasoline, Clean Air ....................... .379
Gasoline (Fuel) .......................... .379
Gasoline, Reformulated .....................379
Gauges Coolant Temperature .....................213
Fuel ................................ .212
Speedometer ......................... .212
Tachometer ........................... .212
Gear Ranges ............................ .312
Gear
Select Lever Override ..................411
General Information ........................29
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Storage, Vehicle.......................... .287
Storing Your Vehicle ...................... .464
Stuck, Freeing ........................... .409
Sunglasses Storage ....................... .186
Sun Roof .............................. .195
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag ..........59
Synthetic Engine Oil ...................... .426
System, Remote Starting .....................29
Tachometer ............................. .212
Telescoping Steering Column .................171
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ..........281
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant ............213
Tilt Steering Column ...................... .171
Time Delay, Headlight ..................... .162
Tire and Loading Information Placard ...........355
TIREFIT ............................... .395
Tire Markings ........................... .348
Tires ................................. .101Aging (Life of Tires)
.....................366
Air Pressure .......................... .360
Chains .............................. .369
General Information .....................360
High Speed .......................... .362
Inflation Pressures ...................... .361
Life of Tires .......................... .366
Load Capacity ........................ .355
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ............372
Pressure Warning Light ...................220
Quality Grading ....................... .503
Radial .............................. .363
Replacement .......................... .367
Rotation ............................. .370
Safety .............................. .348
Sizes ............................... .350
Snow Tires ........................... .364
Spinning ............................ .365
T
read Wear Indicators ....................365
522 INDEX