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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 fluidleaks. 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
transmission filler tube is capped and no dipstick is
provided. Your authorized dealer can check your trans-
mission fluid level using a special service dipstick. If you
notice fluid leakage or transmission malfunction, visit
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change
indicator system. The oil change indicator system will
remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change
indicator message will illuminate. This means that ser-
vice is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions
such as frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or
cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will
influence when the “Oil Change Required” message is
displayed. Severe Operating Conditions can cause the
change oil message to illuminate as early as 3,500 miles
(5,600 km) since last reset. Have your vehicle serviced as
soon as possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
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 otherthan your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in
“Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further in-
formation.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve months,
whichever comes first.
Severe Duty All Models
Change Engine Oil at 4000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle
is operated in a dusty and off road environment. This
type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
• Check engine oil level
• Check windshield washer fluid level
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New Vehicle Break-In Period.................100
Occupant Restraints ........................55
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) ..................76
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ................510
Odometer .............................. .296
Oil Change Indicator ...................... .297
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ..................297
Oil, Engine ............................. .580
Capacity ............................ .624
Change Interval ....................... .581
Checking ............................ .580
Disposal ............................. .582
Filter ............................... .583
Filter Disposal ........................ .582
Identification Logo ..................... .581
Materials Added to ..................... .582
Recommendation ...................... .581
Synthetic ............................ .582Viscosity
............................ .582
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... .583
Onboard Diagnostic System ..................576
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink®) ............239
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) .............4
Outside Rearview Mirrors ...................114
Overhead Console ........................ .234
Overhead Travel Information Center ............234
Overheating, Engine ...................... .305
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .............4
Paint Care ............................. .602
Panic Alarm ..............................25
Parking Brake ........................... .462
ParkSense System, Rear .....................223
Pedals, Adjustable ........................ .217
Personal Settings ......................... .325
Pets, Transporting ..........................97
Phone, Cellular .......................... .129
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Remote Starting System......................30
Removable Floor Console ...................272
Replacement Keys .........................16
Replacement Parts ........................ .579
Replacement Tires ........................ .497
Reporting Safety Defects ....................639
Resetting Oil Change Indicator ................297
Restraint, Head .......................... .174
Restraints, Child ...........................86
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck .................568
Roof Rack (Luggage Rack) ...................279
Rotation, Tires .......................... .500
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle .................102
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ................104
Safety Defects, Reporting ....................639
Safety, Exhaust Gas ....................... .101
Safety Information, Tire .....................476
Safety Tips ............................. .101Satellite Radio Antenna
.....................355
Schedule, Maintenance .....................628
Seat Belt Maintenance ..................... .608
Seat Belt Reminder .........................70
Seat Belts ................................55
Adjustable Shoulder Belt ...................63
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage .........63
And Pregnant Women .....................71
Child Restraint ..........................86
Extender ..............................72
Front Seat .............................58
Inspection ........................... .102
Pretensioners ...........................66
Rear Seat ..............................58
Seats ................................. .165
Adjustment .......................... .165
Fold in Floor (Stow nGo).................178
Memory ............................. .197
Power .............................. .166
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