•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.
Brake Master Cylinder
The fluid in the master cylinder should be checked when
performing under hood services or immediately if the
“Brake Warning Light” is illuminated.
696 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat
Belt................................ .108
LATCH Positions ........................99
Locating The LATCH Anchorages ............102
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children .......98
Older Children And Child Restraints ..........94
Seating Positions ........................97
Child Safety Locks .........................37
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... .577
Cleaning Wheels .............................. .702
Climate Control ......................... .421
Automatic ........................... .421
Coin Holder ............................ .307
Cold Weather Operation ....................475
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ..............418
Compact Spare Tire ....................... .559
Console ............................... .307
Console, Floor .......................... .307Contract, Service
......................... .739
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ...........694
Cooling System .......................... .690
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............692
Coolant Capacity ...................... .725
Coolant Level ......................... .695
Disposal Of Used Coolant .................694
Drain, Flush, And Refill ...................691
Inspection ........................ .690, 695
Points To Remember .....................695
Pressure Cap ......................... .694
Radiator Cap ......................... .694
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ......691, 725, 726
Corrosion Protection ...................... .700
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ................187
Cruise Light ......................... .357, 358
Cupholders ............................ .305
Customer Assistance ...................... .737
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