•If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are
required, the cooling system should be pressure tested
for leaks.
• Maintain engine coolant (antifreeze) concentration at
a minimum of 50% OAT coolant (conforming to
MS.90032) and distilled water for proper corrosion
protection of your engine which contains aluminum
components.
• Make sure that the coolant expansion bottle overflow
hoses are not kinked or obstructed.
• Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is
equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the
condenser clean.
•
Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter
operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install ONLY
the correct type thermostat. Other designs may result in
unsatisfactory engine coolant (antifreeze) performance,
poor gas mileage, and increased emissions.
Brake System
In order to assure brake system performance, all brake
system components should be inspected periodically.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and
possibly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or
riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally
high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and
possible brake damage. You would not have your full
braking capacity in an emergency.
598 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance..............411
Compact Spare Tire ....................... .494
Compass .............................. .318
Compass Calibration ...................... .319
Compass Variance ........................ .319
Computer, Trip/Travel ..................... .316
Connector UCI................................ .355
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ..........355
Conserving Fuel ......................... .314
Console ............................... .261
Console, Floor .......................... .261
Console, Overhead ....................... .228
Console, Removable ...................... .265
Contract, Service ......................... .641
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ...........596
Cooling System .......................... .592
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............594
Coolant Capacity ...................... .624Coolant Level
......................... .592
Disposal of Used Coolant .................596
Drain, Flush, and Refill ...................593
Inspection ........................... .597
Points to Remember .....................597
Pressure Cap ......................... .596
Radiator Cap ......................... .596
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) .............593
Corrosion Protection ...................... .602
Cupholders ............................ .250
Customer Assistance ...................... .639
Data Recorder, Event .......................92
Daytime Running Lights ....................201
Dealer Service ........................... .579
Defroster, Windshield ..................... .108
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ..................205
Diagnostic System, Onboard .................576
Dimmer
Control ......................... .202
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