•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 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.
630 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
Compact Spare Tire....................... .516
Compass ........................ .338, 341, 348
Compass Calibration ....................341, 349
Compass Variance .....................340, 350
Computer, Trip/Travel ..................... .347
Connector UCI................................ .404
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ..........404
Console ............................... .192
Console, Floor .......................... .192
Contract, Service ......................... .675
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ...........628
Cooling System .......................... .624
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............626
Coolant Capacity ...................... .659
Coolant Level ......................... .629
Disposal Of Used Coolant .................628
Drain, Flush, And Refill ...................625
Inspection ........................... .624Points To Remember
.....................629
Pressure Cap ......................... .628
Radiator Cap ......................... .628
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ......625, 659, 660
Corrosion Protection ...................... .638
Cupholders ............................ .191
Customer Assistance ...................... .673
Data Recorder, Event .......................74
Daytime Running Lights ....................172
Dealer Service ........................... .599
Defroster, Rear Window .....................302
Defroster, Windshield ............102, 417, 423, 424
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ..................178
Diagnostic System, Onboard .................596
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ...................171
Dipsticks Oil (Engine) .......................... .600
Power
Steering ........................ .477
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