-ElectronicThrottleControl(ETC)IndicatorLight
This light informs you of a problem with the system.
If a problem is detected, the light will come on while the engine is running. Cycle the
ignition when the vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is placed in the PARK
position; the light should turn off.
If the light remains lit with the engine running, your vehicle will usually be drivable;
however, see an authorized dealer immediately. If the light is flashing when the engine is
running, immediate service is required and you may experience reduced performance, an
elevated/rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle may require towing.
-AirBagWarningLight
If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, have the vehicle
serviced by an authorized dealer immediately.
Fuel Cap/Loose Gas Cap Message
•Ifa“gascap”message(shownasCheckFuelCap)appears,tightenthegascapuntil
a“clicking”soundisheard.
•Presstheodometerresetbuttontoturnthemessageoff.
•Ifthemessagecontinuestoappearformorethanthreedaysaftertighteningthegas
cap, see your authorized service center.
Oil Change Indicator
•Yourvehicleisequippedwithanengineoilchangeindicatorsystem.The“OilChange
Due” message will flash in the EVIC display for approximately 10 seconds after a single
chime has sounded, to indicate the next scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil
change indicator system is duty cycle based, which means the engine oil change
interval may fluctuate, dependent upon your personal driving style.
•Unlessreset,thismessagewillcontinuetodisplayeachtimeyouturntheignition
switch to the ON/RUN position or cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position if equipped
with Keyless Enter-N-Go™. To turn off the message temporarily, press and release the
MENU button. To reset the oil change indicator system (after performing the scheduled
maintenance) refer to the following procedure.
Vehicles Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go™
1. Without pressing the brake pedal, cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position (do not
start the engine).
2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal, slowly, three times within 10 seconds.
3. Cycle the ignition to the OFF/LOCK position.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Yo u r v e h i c l e i s e q u i p p e d w i t h a n a u t o m a t i c o i l c h a n g e i n d i c a t o r s y s t e m . T h e o i l c h a n g e
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 service 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 “Change Oil” 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).
Yo u r a u t h o r i z e d d e a l e r w i l l r e s e t t h e o i l c h a n g e i n d i c a t o r m e s s a g e a f t e r c o m p l e t i n g t h e
scheduled oil change. If a scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than your
authorized dealer, the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under
“Instrument Cluster Warning Lights” in “What To Do In Emergencies” in this guide or
“Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Driver Information Display (DID)” in “Un-
derstanding Your Instrument Panel” in your Owners Manual on the DVD for further
information.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change intervals 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:
•Checkengineoillevel.
•Checkwindshieldwasherfluidlevel.
•Checkthetireinflationpressuresandlookforunusualwearordamage.
•Checkthefluidlevelsofthecoolantreservoir,andbrakemastercylinderasneeded.
•Checkfunctionofallinteriorandexteriorlights.
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Maintenance Chart
Mileage Or Time Passed (Whichever Comes First)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Additional InspectionsInspect CV joint boots. X X X X XInspect front suspension, tie rod ends and replace as necessary. X X X X X X XInspect brake linings, parking brake function. X X X X X X XAdditional MaintenanceReplace the cabin/air conditioning filter. X X X X X X XReplace the engine air cleaner filter. X X X X XReplace the spark plugs (1.4L Turbo Engine).** X X X X XReplace the spark plugs (2.0L and 2.4L Engine).**
X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles(240,000 km) whichever comes first.
XX
Change the transmission fluid (manual, or 1.4L turbo automatic) if using yourvehicle for any of the following: trailer towing, heavy loading, taxi, police, deliv-ery service (commercial service), off-road, desert operation or more than 50% ofyour driving is at sustained speeds during hot weather, above 90°F (32°C).
XX X
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter (2.0L, 2.4L engines only)if you frequently drive: on rough or unpaved roads, on mountain roads, onshort trips, in heavy city traffic during hot weather, or while towing a trailer, orif you use the vehicle for police, taxi, or in a commercial fleet.
XX
Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary.
X
Replace the timing belt (1.4L Turbo Engine).
X
** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only, yearly intervals do not apply.
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