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7
Maintenance
Severe driving conditions
A - Repeatedly driving short distance of less than 5 miles(8 km) in normal temperature or less than 10 miles
(16 km) in freezing temperature
B - Extensive engine idling or low speed driving for long distances
C - Driving on rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, graveled or salt-spread roads
D - Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materi- als or in very cold weather E - Driving in sandy areas
F - Driving in heavy traffic area over 90°F (32°C)
G - Driving on uphill, downhill, or mountain road
H - Towing a trailer, or using a camper, or roof rack
I - Driving as a patrol car, taxi, other commercial use or
vehicle towing
J - Driving over 106 mph (170 km/h)
K - Frequently driving in stop-and-go conditions
MAINTENANCE ITEMMAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVALSDRIVING
CONDITION
Steering gear box, linkage & boots/lower arm
ball joint, upper arm ball jointIMore frequentlyC, D, E, F, G, H, I
Drive shafts and bootsIEvery 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 6 monthsC, D, E, F, G, H, I, J
Transfer case oil (AWD) REvery 75,000 miles (120,000 km)C, D, E, G, H, I, J
Rear axle oil (AWD)REvery 75,000 miles (120,000 km)C, D, E, G, H, I, J
Climate control air filter
(for evaporator and blower unit)RMore frequentlyC, E
Propeller shaftIEvery 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 6 monthsC, E
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Maintenance
Parking Brake
Inspect the parking brake system
including the parking brake pedal
and cables.
Brake Discs, Pads, Calipers
and Rotors
Check the pads for excessive wear,
discs for run out and wear, and
calipers for fluid leakage.
Exhaust Pipe and Muffler
Visually inspect the exhaust pipes,
muffler and hangers for cracks, dete-
rioration, or damage. Start the
engine and listen carefully for any
exhaust gas leakage. Tighten con-
nections or replace parts as neces-
sary.
Suspension Mounting Bolts
Check the suspension connections
for looseness or damage. Retighten
to the specified torque.
Steering Gear Box, Linkage &
Boots/Lower Arm Ball Joint
With the vehicle stopped and the
engine off, check for excessive free-
play in the steering wheel. Check the
linkage for bends or damage. Check
the dust boots and ball joints for
deterioration, cracks, or damage.
Replace any damaged parts.
Drive Shafts and Boots
Check the drive shafts, boots and
clamps for cracks, deterioration, or
damage. Replace any damaged
parts and, if necessary, repack the
grease.
Air Conditioning Refrigerant
Check the air conditioning lines and
connections for leakage and dam-
age.
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Maintenance
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Tire Care
For proper maintenance, safety, and
maximum fuel economy, you must
always maintain recommended tire
inflation pressures and stay within
the load limits and weight distribution
recommended for your vehicle.
(Continued)Replace tires that are worn,
show uneven wear, or are dam-
aged. Worn tires can cause
loss of braking effectiveness,
steering) control, or traction.
ALWAYS replace tires with the
same size as each tire that
was originally supplied with
this vehicle. Using tires andwheels other than the recom-
mended sizes could cause
unusual handling characteris-
tics, poor vehicle control, or
negatively affect your vehi-
cle’s Anti-Lock Brake System(ABS) resulting in a seriousaccident.
Tire failure may cause loss of
vehicle control resulting in an
accident. To reduce risk of
SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH,
take the following precautions:
Inspect your tires monthly for
proper inflation as well as
wear and damage.
The recommended cold tire
pressure for your vehicle can
be found in this manual and onthe tire label located on the dri-
ver’s side center pillar. Always
use a tire pressure gauge to
measure tire pressure. Tires
with too much or too little
pressure wear unevenly caus-ing poor handling.
Check the pressure of the
spare every time you checkthe pressure of the other tires
on your vehicle.
(Continued)
WARNING
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Maintenance
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the
factory to give you the longest tire life
and best overall performance.
In most cases, you will not need to
have your wheels aligned again.
However, if you notice unusual tire
wear or your vehicle pulling one way
or the other, the alignment may needto be reset.
If you notice your vehicle vibrating
when driving on a smooth road, your
wheels may need to be rebalanced.
Improper wheel weights can dam-
age your vehicle’s aluminum
wheels. Use only approved wheelweights.
Tire Replacement
If the tire is worn evenly, a tread wear indicator will appear as a solid band
across the tread. This shows there isless than 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) of tread
left on the tire. Replace the tire when
this happens.
Do not wait for the band to appear
across the entire tread before replac-
ing the tire.
NOTICE
OLMB073027
Tread wear indicatorTo reduce the risk of DEATH or
SERIOUS INJURY:
Replace tires that are worn,
show uneven wear, or are
damaged. Worn tires can
cause loss of braking effec-
tiveness, steering control, andtraction.
Always replace tires with the
same size as each tire that
was originally supplied with
this vehicle. Using tires andwheels other than the recom-
mended sizes could cause
unusual handling characteris-
tics, poor vehicle control, or
negatively affect your vehi-
cle’s Anti-Lock Brake System(ABS) resulting in a seriousaccident.(Continued)
WARNING
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Maintenance
Instrument panel fuse panel
Fuse Name Fuse ratingCircuit Protected
A/CON1 7.5A A/C Control Module, Cluster Ionizer (Auto A/C), E/R Junction Block (Blower Relay)
WIPER RR 15A ICM Relay Box (Rear Wiper Relay), Rear Wiper Motor MODULE6 10A BCM, Smart Key Control Module WASHER 15A Multifunction Switch (Washer Switch)
MODULE5 7.5A Crash Pad Switch, Parking Assist Buzzer, BCM, ATM Shift Lever, 4WD ECM, AEB Sensor, Console
Switch, Blind Spot Detection Radar LH/RH, Lane Departure Warning Control Module, Lane KeepingAssist Control Module
AIR BAG 15A SRS Control Module, Passenger Occupant Detection Sensor
MODULE1 10A BCM, Smart Key Control Module, AUDIO, A/V & Navigation Head Unit, TMU Module, AMP, Power
Outside Mirror Switch, PCB Block (Power Outlet Relay)
START 10A ICM Relay Box (Burglar Alarm Relay), Transaxle Range Switch
MODULE7 7.5A Front Air Ventilation Seat Control Module, Front Seat Warmer Control Module, Rear Seat Warmer
HEATED STEERING 15A BCM MODULE8 7.5A Driver/Passenger Power Outside Mirror, Center Facia Switch, Key Solenoid, AEB Sensor MODULE4 7.5A Data Link Connector, A/C Control Module, Head Lamp LH/RH, A/V & Navigation Head Unit, Electro
Chromic Mirror, TMU Module, Front Air Ventilation Seat Control Module, Front Seat Warmer Control
Module, Rear Seat Warmer
A/BAG IND 7.5A Instrument Cluster, Center Facia Switch MODULE3 10A BCM, ATM Shift Lever, IPS Control Module (ON/START Input)
SMART KEY1 15A Smart Key Control Module 4WD 20A 4WD ECM
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Maintenance
vehicle, pay particular attention to
the components under the fendersand other areas that are hidden
from view. Do a thorough job; just
dampening the accumulated mud
rather than washing it away will
accelerate corrosion rather than
prevent it. Water under high pres-
sure and steam are particularly
effective in removing accumulated
mud and corrosive materials.
When cleaning lower door panels, rocker panels and frame members,
be sure that drain holes are keptopen so that moisture can escape
and not be trapped inside to accel-
erate corrosion.Keep your garage dry
Don’t park your car in a damp, poor-
ly ventilated garage. This creates a
favorable environment for corrosion.
This is particularly true if you wash
your vehicle in the garage or drive it
into the garage when it is still wet or
covered with snow, ice or mud. Even
a heated garage can contribute to
corrosion unless it is well ventilatedso moisture is dispersed.
Keep paint and trim in good condition
Scratches or chips in the finish
should be covered with "touch-up"
paint as soon as possible to reduce
the possibility of corrosion. If bare
metal is showing through, the atten-tion of a qualified body and paintshop is recommended.
Bird droppings are highly corrosive
and may damage painted surfaces in
just a few hours. Always remove bird
droppings as soon as possible.
Interior Care
Interior general precautions
Prevent caustic solutions such as perfume and cosmetic oil, from con-
tacting the interior parts because
they may cause damage or discol-
oration. If they do contact the interior
parts, wipe them off immediately.
See the instructions for the proper
way to clean vinyl.
Never allow water or other liq- uids to come in contact with
electrical/electronic compo-
nents inside the vehicle as
this may damage them.
When cleaning leather prod-
ucts (steering wheel, seats
etc.), use neutral detergents
or low alcohol content solu-
tions. If you use high alcoholcontent solutions or acid/
alkaline detergents, the color
of the leather may fade or the
surface may get stripped off.
CAUTION
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Driver assist system ......................................................3-121Rear parking assist system .......................................3-122
Rear view camera .....................................................3-121
Driving at night ...............................................................5-81
Driving in flooded areas .................................................5-82
Driving in the rain...........................................................5-82
Ecoshift dual clutch transmission ...................................5-18
Electric chromic mirror (ECM) with homelink ..............3-24
Electric chromic mirror (ECM) with homelink and compass .......................................................................3-28
Electric power steering ...................................................3-20
Electronic stability control (ESC)...................................5-33
Emergency towing ..........................................................6-25
Emission control system ...............................................7-101
Crankcase emission control system .........................7-101
Evaporative emission control System ......................7-101
Exhaust emission control system .............................7-102
Engine ...............................................................................8-2
Engine compartment..................................................1-6, 7-3
Engine coolant ................................................................7-32
Engine Coolant Temperature gauge................................3-65
Engine number ................................................................8-11
Engine oil ........................................................................7-30
Engine start/stop button ....................................................5-9
Evaporative emission control System...........................7-101 Exhaust emission control system..................................7-102
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items.................7-26
Exterior care....................................................................7-94
Exterior features ..................................................3-46, 3-165
Fuel filler door............................................................3-48
Hood ...........................................................................3-46
Roof rack ..................................................................3-165
Exterior lights ...............................................................3-107
Exterior overview .............................................................1-2
Flat tire (with spare tire) .................................................6-15 Changing tires ............................................................6-15
Compact spare tire......................................................6-20
Jack and tools .............................................................6-15
Removing and storing the spare tire ..........................6-15
Floor mat anchor(s).......................................................3-160
Fluid
Brakes/clutch fluid .....................................................7-36
Washer fluid ...............................................................7-37
Fog lamp (front) ............................................................3-110
Folding the outside rearview mirror ...............................3-37
Front fog lamp replacement .........................7-80, 7-84, 7-87
Front lamps (interior) ....................................................3-114
Front seat...........................................................................2-6
Fuel Economy .................................................................3-91
Index
E
F
I-5
Fuel filler door ................................................................3-48
Fuel Gauge ......................................................................3-66
Fuel requirements .............................................................F-7
Fuse switch .....................................................................7-66
Fuses ...............................................................................7-64Fuse switch .................................................................7-66
Fuse/relay panel description .......................................7-69
Instrument panel fuse .................................................7-65
Main fuse ....................................................................7-67
Multi fuse ...................................................................7-68
Gauges.............................................................................3-65
Glove box......................................................................3-153
Glove box lamp .............................................................3-117
Gross vehicle weight.........................................................8-3 Hazard warnig flasher .......................................................6-2
Hazardous driving conditions .........................................5-80
Head restraint ..................................................................2-15
Headlamp replacement.................................7-78, 7-81, 7-85
Heated steering wheel .....................................................3-21
Heater
Automatic climate control system............................3-137
Manual climate control system ................................3-127
Highbeam operation......................................................3-109
High mounted stop lamp replacement ............................7-91
Hill-start assist control (HAC)........................................5-38
Hood................................................................................3-46
Horn ................................................................................3-22
How to use this manual ....................................................F-6
How vehicle audio works .................................................4-5
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