•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 emis-
sions.
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.
Master Cylinder — Brake Fluid Level Check
Check the fluid level in the master cylinder immediately
if the brake system warning light indicates system fail-
ure.
Check the fluid level in the master cylinder when per-
forming underhood services.
Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing
the cap. Add fluid to bring the level up to the top of the
“FULL” mark on the side of the master cylinder reservoir.
550 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
Child Seat Installation.....................94
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt ........90
Infants And Child Restraints ................78
Install A LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint ....89
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children .......83
Older Children And Child Restraints ..........79
Seating Positions ........................82
Child Safety Locks .........................34
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... .482
Cleaning Wheels .............................. .557
Climate Control ......................... .362
Automatic ........................... .362
Coin Holder ............................ .243
Cold Weather Operation ....................402
Compact Spare Tire ....................... .468
Connector UCI................................ .358
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ..........358Console, Floor
.......................... .243
Console Shifter .......................... .413
SRT ................................ .413
Contract, Service ......................... .601
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ...........547
Cooling System .......................... .544
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............546
Coolant Capacity ...................... .581
Coolant Level ..................... .544, 548
Disposal Of Used Coolant .................548
Drain, Flush, And Refill ...................545
Inspection ........................... .548
Points To Remember .....................549
Pressure Cap ......................... .547
Radiator Cap ......................... .547
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) . .545, 581, 583, 584
Corrosion Protection ...................... .554
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ................174
Cruise Light ......................... .283, 285
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