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1. Coolant Recovery Tank. SeeCooling System 0186.
2. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See “When
to Add Engine Oil” under
Engine Oil 0182.
3. Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir. See Brake Fluid
0 193.
4. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0184.
5. Engine Compartment Fuse
Block 0199.
6. Battery - North America 0194.
7. Radiator Pressure Cap. See Cooling System 0186.
8. Engine Oil Dipstick. See “Checking Engine Oil” under
Engine Oil 0182.
9. Drive Belt.
10. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See “Adding Washer
Fluid” under Washer Fluid
0 191.Engine Oil
To ensure proper engine
performance and long life, careful
attention must be paid to engine oil.
Following these simple, but
important steps will help protect
your investment:
.
Use engine oil approved to the
proper specification and of the
proper viscosity grade. See
“Selecting the Right Engine Oil”
in this section.
. Check the engine oil level
regularly and maintain the
proper oil level. See “Checking
Engine Oil” and“When to Add
Engine Oil” in this section.
. Change the engine oil at the
appropriate time. See
Maintenance Schedule 0246.
. Always dispose of engine oil
properly. See “What to Do with
Used Oil” in this section.
Checking Engine Oil
Check the engine oil level regularly,
every 650 km (400 mi), especially
prior to a long trip. The engine oil
dipstick handle is a loop. See
Engine Compartment Overview
0181 for the location.
{Warning
The engine oil dipstick handle
may be hot; it could burn you.
Use a towel or glove to touch the
dipstick handle.
If a low oil Driver Information Center
(DIC) message displays, check the
oil level.
Follow these guidelines:
. To get an accurate reading, park
the vehicle on level ground.
Check the engine oil level after
the engine has been off for at
least two hours. Checking the
engine oil level on steep grades
or too soon after engine shutoff
can result in incorrect readings.
Accuracy improves when
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7. Reinstall the air cleaner/filteron the air cleaner holder and
slide them into the air cleaner/
filter housing.
8. Reinstall the air cleaner/filter
cover and be sure that the tabs
click into place.
{Warning
Operating the engine with the air
cleaner/filter off can cause you or
others to be burned. The air
cleaner not only cleans the air; it
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Warning (Continued)
helps to stop flames if the engine
backfires. Use caution when
working on the engine and do not
drive with the air cleaner/filter off.
{Warning
Never pour fuel into the throttle
body or attempt to start the
engine with the air cleaner
removed. Doing so could result in
serious injury.
Caution
If the air cleaner/filter is off, dirt
can easily get into the engine,
which could damage it. Always
have the air cleaner/filter in place
when driving.
Cooling System
The cooling system allows the
engine to maintain the correct
working temperature.
1. Coolant Recovery Tank
2. Radiator Pressure Cap
3. Engine Cooling Fans (Outof View)
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Check the coolant level in the
reservoir when the engine is cold.
If the coolant level is below the MIN
level, add coolant to the MAX level.
If the reservoir is empty, check the
coolant level in the radiator when
the engine is cold. If there is
insufficient coolant in the radiator, fill
the radiator with coolant up to the
filler opening and also add it to the
reservoir up to the MAX level.
The vehicle contains long life
coolant. The life expectancy of the
factory-fill coolant is 168,000 km
(105,000 miles) or seven years.
Mixing any other type of coolant or
the use of non-distilled water willreduce the life expectancy of the
factory-fill coolant. Refer to the
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants
0257 for more details.
The engine coolant reservoir is a
pressurized tank. When installing
the cap, tighten.
If the cooling system frequently
requires coolant, have it checked by
your dealer.
Changing Engine Coolant
A dealer can change the engine
coolant. The service procedure can
be found in the service manual. See
Service Publications Ordering
Information 0272.
Improper servicing can result in
reduced heater performance and
engine overheating.
{Warning
. To avoid the danger of
being scalded, never
change the coolant when
the engine is hot.
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Warning (Continued)
.Never remove the radiator
or engine coolant reservoir
cap when the engine is hot.
Serious burns could be
caused by high pressure
fluid escaping from the
radiator.
. Avoid direct skin contact
with used coolant. If skin
contact is made, wash
thoroughly with soap or
hand cleaner as soon as
possible.
. Keep coolant out of the
reach of children and pets.
Engine coolant must be disposed of
properly. Check your local
regulations.