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7
Maintenance
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 freezing 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 materi- als or in very cold weather E - Driving in sandy areas
F - Driving in heavy traffic area over 90°F (32°C)
G - Driving on uphill, downhill, or mountain road
H - Towing a trailer, or using a camper, or roof rack
I - Driving as a patrol car, taxi, other commercial use or
vehicle towing
J - Driving over 106 mph (170 km/h)
K - Frequently driving in stop-and-go conditions
MAINTENANCE ITEMMAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVALSDRIVING
CONDITION
Steering gear box, linkage & boots/lower arm
ball joint, upper arm ball jointIMore frequentlyC, D, E, F, G, H, I
Drive shafts and bootsIEvery 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 6 monthsC, D, E, F, G, H, I, J
Transfer case oil (AWD) REvery 75,000 miles (120,000 km)C, D, E, G, H, I, J
Rear axle oil (AWD)REvery 75,000 miles (120,000 km)C, D, E, G, H, I, J
Climate control air filter
(for evaporator and blower unit)RMore frequentlyC, E
Propeller shaftIEvery 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 6 monthsC, E

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Maintenance
EENN GGIINN EE OO IILL
Checking the engine oil level
1. Follow all of the oil manufacturer’s
precautions.
2. Be sure the vehicle is on level ground in P (Park) with the parking
brake set and the wheels blocked.
3. Turn the engine on and allow the engine to reach normal operating
temperature.
4. Turn the engine off and wait about five minutes for the oil to return tothe oil pan.
5. Pull the dipstick out, wipe it clean, and re-insert it fully.
6. Pull the dipstick out again andcheck the level. The level should
be between F and L.
7. If it is near or at L, add enough oil to bring the level to F.
✽✽ NOTICE
To prevent damage to your engine:
Do not overfill with engine oil. Add oil in small quantities and
recheck level to ensure engine is
not overfilled.
Do not spill engine oil when adding or changing engine oil. Use
a funnel to help prevent oil from
being spilled on engine compo-
nents. Wipe off spilled oil immedi-
ately
OLMB073096
OLMB073095
■NU 2.0L
■Theta II 2.4L

Recommended SAE viscosity
number
8-5
88
Specifications, Consumer information and Reporting safety defects
Always be sure to clean the area
around any filler plug, drain
plug, or dipstick before check-
ing or draining any lubricant.
This is especially important in
dusty or sandy areas and when
the vehicle is used on unpaved
roads. Cleaning the plug and
dipstick areas will prevent dirt
and grit from entering the
engine and other mechanisms
that could be damaged.
CAUTION
Temperature Range for SAE Viscosity Numbers
Temperature
Gasoline
Engine Oil * 1
°C
°F
-30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 50
-10 0 20 40 60 80 100 120
10W-30
5W-20, 5W-30
*1
For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of
a viscosity grade SAE 5W-20 (API SM / ILSAC GF-4). However, if
the engine oil is not available in your country, select the proper
engine oil using the engine oil viscosity chart.
Engine oil viscosity (thickness) has an effect on fuel economy and cold
weather operating (engine start and engine oil flowability). Lower viscosity
engine oils can provide better fuel economy and cold weather performance,
however, higher viscosity engine oils are required for satisfactory lubrication
in hot weather.
Using oils of any viscosity other than those recommended could result in
engine damage. When choosing an oil, consider the range of temperature
your vehicle will be operated in before the next oil change. Proceed to select
the recommended oil viscosity from the chart.

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Do not install a child restraint on the frontpassenger seat ...............................................................2-62
Door locks .......................................................................3-13 Central door lock switch ............................................3-16
Child-protector rear door lock....................................3-18
Downhill brake control (DBC) .......................................5-41
Drinks holders, see cup holders ....................................3-119
Driver selectable steering mode .....................................3-41
Driving assist system ......................................................5-44 Active ECO system ....................................................5-44
Rear view camera .......................................................5-45
Driving at night ...............................................................5-52
Driving in flooded areas .................................................5-54
Driving in the rain...........................................................5-53
Electric chromic mirror (ECM) ......................................3-45
Electric chromic mirror (ECM) with compass ...............3-46
Electric power steering ...................................................3-40
Electronic stability control (ESC)...................................5-35
Emergency towing ..........................................................6-23
Emission control system .................................................7-90 Crankcase emission control system ...........................7-90
Evaporative emission control System ........................7-90
Exhaust emission control system ...............................7-91
Engine compartment..................................................1-6, 7-3
Engine coolant ................................................................7-29
Engine Coolant Temperature gauge................................3-22 Engine number ..................................................................8-7
Engine oil ........................................................................7-27
Engine start/stop button ....................................................5-8
Evaporative emission control System.............................7-90
Exhaust emission control system....................................7-91
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items.................7-24
Exterior care....................................................................7-83
Exterior overview .............................................................1-2
Flat tire (with spare tire) .................................................6-15
Jack and tools .............................................................6-15
Floor mat anchor(s).......................................................3-122
Fluid Brake fluid ..................................................................7-32
Washer fluid ...............................................................7-34
Fog light (front) ..............................................................3-83
Folding the outside rearview mirror ...............................3-62
Front lamp .......................................................................3-85
Front seat...........................................................................2-6
Front windshield defroster ..............................................3-92
Fuel filler door ................................................................3-76
Fuel Gauge ......................................................................3-23
Fuel requirements .............................................................F-7
Fuses ...............................................................................7-63
Instrument panel fuse .................................................7-64
Memory fuse ..............................................................7-65
Main fuse ....................................................................7-66
Multi fuse ...................................................................7-67
Fuse/relay panel description .......................................7-68
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