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Vehicle Care 10-11
1. Engine Coolant Recovery Bottleand Cap. See Engine Coolant
on page 10-30.
2. Underhood Electrical Center. See Engine Compartment Fuse
Block on page 10-49.
3. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Engine
Oil on page 10-15.
4. Engine Oil Fill Cap (Out of View). See Engine Oil on
page 10-15.
5. Engine Cover on page 10-13.
6. Radiator Fill Cap. See Engine
Coolant on page 10-30. 7. Intercooler Fill Cap (Out of
View). See Cooling System
(Except ZL1 and Z/28 Engines)
on page 10-25 orCooling
System (ZL1 Engine Only) on
page 10-27 orCooling System
(Intercooler) on page 10-28 or
Cooling System (Z/28 Engine
Only) on page 10-29.
8. Engine Cooling Fans (Out of View). See Cooling System
(Except ZL1 and Z/28 Engines)
on page 10-25 orCooling
System (ZL1 Engine Only) on
page 10-27 orCooling System
(Intercooler) on page 10-28 or
Cooling System (Z/28 Engine
Only) on page 10-29. 9.
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter (Except
ZL1 and Z/28)) on page 10-21 or
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter (ZL1
Only) on page 10-23 orEngine
Air Cleaner/Filter (Z/28 Only) on
page 10-24.
10. Remote Positive (+) Terminal. SeeBattery on page 10-40.
11. Brake Fluid and Hydraulic Clutch Reservoir (If Equipped
with Manual Transmission).
SeeBrakes on page 10-38 or
Hydraulic Clutch on
page 10-21.
12. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See Washer Fluid
on page 10-37.
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Vehicle Care 10-13
1. Engine Coolant Recovery Bottleand Cap. See Engine Coolant
on page 10-30.
2. Underhood Electrical Center. See Engine Compartment Fuse
Block on page 10-49.
3. Engine Oil Reservoir and Oil Fill Cap. See Engine Oil on
page 10-15.
4. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Engine
Oil on page 10-15.
5. Radiator Fill Cap. See Engine
Coolant on page 10-30.
6. Engine Cooling Fans (Out of View). See Cooling System
(Except ZL1 and Z/28 Engines)
on page 10-25 orCooling
System (ZL1 Engine Only) on
page 10-27 orCooling System
(Intercooler) on page 10-28 or
Cooling System (Z/28 Engine
Only) on page 10-29.
7. Engine Cover on page 10-13.
8. Remote Positive (+) Terminal. See Battery on page 10-40. 9. Brake Fluid and Hydraulic Clutch
Reservoir. See Brakes on
page 10-38 orHydraulic Clutch
on page 10-21.
10. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
(Except ZL1 and Z/28)) on
page 10-21 orEngine Air
Cleaner/Filter (ZL1 Only) on
page 10-23 orEngine Air
Cleaner/Filter (Z/28 Only) on
page 10-24.
11. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See Washer Fluid
on page 10-37.Engine Cover
3.6L V6 Engine Cover
1. Engine Cover
2. Engine Oil Fill Cap
To remove:
1. Remove the engine oil fill cap (2).
2. Lift the engine cover (1) to disengage one front attachment
point.
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Vehicle Care 10-31
Use a 50/50 mixture of clean,
drinkable water and DEX-COOL
coolant. If using this mixture,
nothing else needs to be added.
This mixture:
.Gives freezing protection down
to−37°C (−34°F), outside
temperature.
.Gives boiling protection up to
129°C (265°F), engine
temperature.
.Protects against rust and
corrosion.
.Will not damage aluminum parts.
.Helps keep the proper engine
temperature.
{Caution
If improper coolant mixture,
inhibitors, or additives are used in
the vehicle cooling system, the
engine could overheat and be
damaged. Too much water in the
(Continued)
Caution (Continued)
mixture can freeze and crack
engine cooling parts. The repairs
would not be covered by the
vehicle warranty. Use only the
proper mixture of engine coolant
for the cooling system. See
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 11-12.
Never dispose of engine coolant by
putting it in the trash, pouring it on
the ground, or into sewers, streams,
or bodies of water. Have the coolant
changed by an authorized service
center, familiar with legal
requirements regarding used
coolant disposal. This will help
protect the environment and your
health.
Checking Coolant
The vehicle must be on a level
surface when checking the coolant
level. Check coolant as follows:
1. Turn the ignition off.
2. Locate the engine coolant
recovery bottle. See Engine
Compartment Overview on
page 10-6.
3. Turn the coolant dipstick cap counterclockwise and slowly pull
out the dipstick.
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10-32 Vehicle Care
4. There are maximum andminimum markings on the
dipstick. When the engine is
cold, the coolant level should be
at or above the MIN mark on the
dipstick. After the vehicle has
been driven and the engine is at
normal operating temperature,
the level should be somewhere
between half full and the
maximum mark.
5. If the coolant level is correct, replace the dipstick and turn the
cap clockwise to secure.
How to Add Coolant to the
Coolant Recovery Bottle
{Warning
You can be burned if you spill
coolant on hot engine parts.
Coolant contains ethylene glycol
and it will burn if the engine parts
are hot enough. Do not spill
coolant on a hot engine.
{Caution
This vehicle has a specific
coolant fill procedure. Failure to
follow this procedure could cause
the engine to overheat and be
severely damaged.
Add coolant as follows:
1. Turn the engine coolant recovery bottle dipstick cap
counterclockwise and slowly pull
out the dipstick. 2. Pour the coolant into the engine
coolant recovery bottle.
3. When the level is correct, replace the dipstick and turn the
cap clockwise to secure.
How to Add Coolant to the
Radiator
{Warning
You can be burned if you spill
coolant on hot engine parts.
Coolant contains ethylene glycol
and it will burn if the engine parts
are hot enough. Do not spill
coolant on a hot engine.
{Caution
This vehicle has a specific
coolant fill procedure. Failure to
follow this procedure could cause
the engine to overheat and be
severely damaged.
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Vehicle Care 10-33
{Warning
An electric engine cooling fan
under the hood can start up even
when the engine is not running
and can cause injury. Keep
hands, clothing, and tools away
from any underhood electric fan.
{Warning
Steam and scalding liquids from a
hot cooling system can blow out
and burn you badly. They are
under pressure, and if you turn
the surge tank pressure
cap—even a little —they can
come out at high speed. Never
turn the cap when the cooling
system, including the surge tank
pressure cap, is hot. Wait for the
cooling system and surge tank
pressure cap to cool if you ever
have to turn the pressure cap. If coolant is needed, add the proper
mixture directly to the radiator, but
be sure the cooling system is cool
before this is done.
If no coolant is visible in the engine
coolant recovery bottle, add coolant
as follows:
3.6L V6 Engine Fill Procedure
1. Locate the radiator cap. See
Engine Compartment Overview
on page 10-6.
2. Remove the engine cover to access the radiator cap. See
Engine Cover on page 10-13.
3. Cover the radiator cap with athick cloth and turn it slowly
counterclockwise and remove. 4. If there is no coolant visible or
the level is low, slowly fill the
system through the radiator cap
opening with a 50/50 mixture of
DEX-COOL and clean drinkable
water.
Wait 30 seconds for coolant to
settle and continue filling if the
level drops.
Do not spill coolant on the
accessory drive belts.
If a spill occurs, rinse the belt
with fresh water.
5. Start the engine.
6. With the engine idling, continue to add coolant through the
radiator cap opening until full.
Wait 30 seconds for the coolant
to settle and top off, if the level
drops.
7. Once the system is full, put the radiator cap back on by turning
clockwise.
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10-34 Vehicle Care
8. With the engine still running,raise the engine to 2500 rpm for
30–40 seconds.
9. Turn the engine off.
10. Repeat Steps 2–7 then turn the engine off.
11. Allow engine to cool for 45 minutes. Top off coolant
through the radiator cap
opening and reinstall the
radiator cap.
12. Reinstall the engine cover. See Engine Cover on page 10-13.13. Check the coolant level in theengine coolant recovery bottle
and fill it until the level is at the
top symbol on the dipstick.
6.2L V8 and 7.0L V8 Engine Fill
Procedure
1. Locate the radiator cap. See Engine Compartment Overview
on page 10-6.
2. Cover the radiator cap with athick cloth and turn it slowly
counterclockwise and remove. 3. If there is no coolant visible or
the level is low, slowly fill the
system through the radiator cap
opening with a 50/50 mixture of
clean, drinkable water and
DEX-COOL coolant until full.
Wait 30 seconds for coolant to
settle and top off if the level
drops.
Do not spill coolant on the
accessory drive belts.
If a spill occurs, rinse the belt
with fresh water.
4. Start the engine.
5. With the engine idling, top off the coolant through the radiator cap
opening until full.
Wait 30 seconds for the coolant
to settle and top off, if the level
drops.
6. Once the system is full, put the radiator cap back on by turning
clockwise.
7. Turn the engine off.
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Vehicle Care 10-37
When to Check Power Steering
Fluid
It is not necessary to regularly
check power steering fluid unless
you suspect there is a leak in the
system or an unusual noise is
heard. A fluid loss in this system
could indicate a problem. Have the
system inspected and repaired.
How to Check Power Steering
Fluid
Check the level after the vehicle has
been driven for at least 20 minutes
so the fluid is warm.
To check the power steering fluid:
1. Turn the ignition key to LOCK/OFF and let the engine
compartment cool down.
2. Remove the engine cover. See Engine Cover on page 10-13.
3. Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean.
4. Turn the cap counterclockwise and pull it straight up. 5. Wipe the dipstick with a
clean rag.
6. Replace the cap and completely tighten it.
7. Remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick.
When the engine is hot, the level
should be at the hot MAX level.
When the engine is cold, the
fluid level should be between
MIN and MAX on the dipstick.
What to Use
To determine what kind of fluid to
use, see Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 11-12. Always
use the proper fluid.
Washer Fluid
What to Use
When windshield washer fluid is
needed, be sure to read the
manufacturer's instructions before
use. If operating the vehicle in an
area where the temperature can fall
below freezing, use a fluid that has
sufficient protection against
freezing.
Adding Washer Fluid
Open the cap with the washer
symbol on it. Add washer fluid until
the reservoir is full. See Engine
Compartment Overview on
page 10-6 for reservoir location.
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10-42 Vehicle Care
Automatic Transmission
Shift Lock Control
Function Check
{Warning
When you are doing this
inspection, the vehicle could
move suddenly. If the vehicle
moves, you or others could be
injured.
1. Before starting this check, be sure there is enough room
around the vehicle. It should be
parked on a level surface.
2. Apply the parking brake. Be ready to apply the regular brake
immediately if the vehicle begins
to move.
3. With the engine off, turn the ignition on, but do not start the
engine. Without applying the
regular brake, try to move the
shift lever out of P (Park) with normal effort. If the shift lever
moves out of P (Park), contact
your dealer for service.
Ignition Transmission
Lock Check
While parked and with the parking
brake set, try to turn the ignition to
LOCK/OFF in each shift lever
position.
.The ignition should turn to
LOCK/OFF only when the shift
lever is in P (Park).
.The ignition key should come
out only in LOCK/OFF.
Contact your dealer if service is
required.
Park Brake and P (Park)
Mechanism Check
{Warning
When you are doing this check,
the vehicle could begin to move.
You or others could be injured
and property could be damaged.
Make sure there is room in front
of the vehicle in case it begins to
roll. Be ready to apply the regular
brake at once should the vehicle
begin to move.
Park on a fairly steep hill, with the
vehicle facing downhill. Keeping
your foot on the regular brake, set
the parking brake.
.To check the parking brake's
holding ability: With the engine
running and the transmission in
N (Neutral), slowly remove foot
pressure from the regular brake
pedal. Do this until the vehicle is
held by the parking brake only.