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7-3
7
Maintenance
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
1. Engine coolant reservoir
2. Radiator cap
3. Brake/clutch fluid reservoir
4. Air cleaner
5. Engine oil dipstick
6. Engine oil filler cap
7. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
8. Fuse box
9. Battery
OLF014010L
■Gasoline Engine (Nu 2.0L MPI)
The actual engine room in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.
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7-4
Maintenance
1. Engine coolant reservoir
2. Radiator cap
3. Brake/clutch fluid reservoir
4. Air cleaner
5. Engine oil dipstick
6. Engine oil filler cap
7. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
8. Fuse box
9. Battery
OLF014008N
■Gasoline Engine (Theta II 2.0L T-GDI)
The actual engine room in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.
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7-5
7
Maintenance
1. Engine coolant reservoir
2. Radiator cap
3. Brake/clutch fluid reservoir
4. Air cleaner
5. Engine oil dipstick
6. Engine oil filler cap
7. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
8. Fuse box
9. Battery
OLF014011L/OLF014006
■Gasoline Engine (Theta II 2.4L MPI)
The actual engine room in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.
■Gasoline Engine (Theta II 2.4L GDI)
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7-8
Maintenance
Owner maintenance schedule
When you stop for fuel:
•Check the engine oil level.
•Check coolant level in the engine
coolant reservoir.
•Check the windshield washer fluid
level.
•Check for low or under-inflated
tires.
While operating your vehicle:
•Note any changes in the sound of
the exhaust or any smell of exhaust
fumes in the vehicle.
•Check for vibrations in the steering
wheel. Notice if there is any
increased steering effort or loose-
ness in the steering wheel, or
change in its straight-ahead position.
•Notice if your vehicle constantly
turns slightly or “pulls” to one side
when traveling 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
operation of your transaxle occurs,
check the transaxle fluid level.
•Check the automatic transaxle
P (Park) function.
•Check the parking brake.
•Check for fluid leaks under your vehi-
cle (water dripping from the air con-
ditioning system during or after use
is normal).
At least monthly:
•Check coolant level in the engine
coolant reservoir.
•Check the operation of all exterior
lights, including the stoplights, turn
signals and hazard warning flashers.
•Check the inflation pressures of all
tires including the spare for tires
that are worn, show uneven wear,
or are damaged.
•Check for loose wheel lug nuts.
Be careful when checking your
engine coolant level when the
engine is hot. This may result in
coolant being blown out of the
opening and cause serious
burns and other injuries.
WARNING
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7-9
7
Maintenance
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 washer fluid.
•Check headlamp alignment.
•Check muffler, exhaust pipes,
shields and clamps.
•Check the seat belts for wear and
function.
At least once a year:
•Clean body and door drain holes.
•Lubricate door hinges and hood
hinges.
•Lubricate door and hood locks and
latches.
•Lubricate door rubber weather
strips.
•Check the air conditioning system.
•Inspect and lubricate automatic
transaxle linkage and controls.
•Clean the battery and terminals.
•Check the brake fluid level.
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7-13
7
Maintenance
NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONT.) (FOR EUROPE)
I:Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R:Replace or change.
*6:When adding coolant, use only deionized water or soft water for your vehicle and never mix hard water in the coolant filled at
the factory. An improper coolant mixture can result in serious malfunction or engine damage.
*7:For your convenience, it can be replaced prior to it's interval when you do maintenance of other items.
Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months1224364860728496
Miles×1,0001020304050607080
Km×1,000153045607590105120
Engine coolant *6At first, replace at 210,000 km (120,000 miles) or 10 years:
after that, replace every 30,000 km (20,000 miles) or 24 months *7
Battery conditionIIIIIIII
Brake lines, hoses and connectionsIIIIIIII
Brake pedal, Clutch pedal (if equipped)IIII
Par king brakeIIII
Brake/Clutch fluidIIIIIIII
Disc brakes and padsIIIIIIII
MAINTENANCE
INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE
ITEM
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7
Maintenance
NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONT.) (EXCEPT EUROPE)
I:Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R:Replace or change.
*8:When adding coolant, use only deionized water or soft water for your vehicle and never mix hard water in the coolant filled at
the factory.
An improper coolant mixture can result in serious malfunction or engine damage.
*9:For your convenience, it can be replaced prior to it's interval when you do maintenance of other items.
Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months1224364860728496
Miles×1,0001020304050607080
Km×1,000153045607590105120
Cooling system
Inspect “Coolant level adjustment and leak” every day
At first, inspect 60,000 km (40,000 miles) or 48 months
after that, inspect every 30,000 km (20,000 miles) or 24 months
Engine coolant *8At first replace at 200,000 km (120,000 miles) or 10 years:
after that, replace every 40,000 km (25,000 miles) or 24 months *9
Battery conditionIIIIIIII
Brake lines, hoses and connectionsIIIIIIII
Brake pedal, Clutch pedal (if equipped)IIII
Par king brakeIIII
Brake/Clutch fluidIIIIIIII
Disc brakes and padsIIIIIIII
MAINTENANCE
INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE
ITEM
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Maintenance
7-22
Severe driving conditions
A:Repeatedly driving short distance of less than 5 miles (8 km)
in normal temperature or less than 10 miles (16 km) in freez-
ing temperature
B:Extensive engine idling or low speed driving for long distances
C:Driving on rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, graveled or salt
spread roads
D:Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in
ver y cold weather
E:Driving in sandy areas
F:Driving in heavy traffic area over 32°C (90°F)
G:Driving on uphill, downhill, or mountain roads repeatedly
H:Towing a trailer, or using a camper or roof rack
I:Driving for patrol car, taxi, commercial car or vehicle towing
J:Driving over 140 km/h (87 mile/h)
K:Driving over 170 km/h (106 mile/h)
L:Frequently driving in stop-and-go conditions
Maintenance itemMaintenance
operationMaintenance intervalsDriving condition
Disc brakes and pads, calipers and rotorsIInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, E, G, H
Par king brakeIInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, G, H
Driveshaft and bootsIInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, E, F, G, H, I
Manual transaxle fluid (if equipped)REvery 120,000 km (80,000 miles)C, F, G, I, K
Automatic transaxle fluid (if equipped)REvery 100,000 km (62,000 miles)A, C, F, G, I
Climate control air filter (if equipped)RReplace more frequently
depending on the conditionC, E