Points To Remember
NOTE: When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles/
kilometers of operation, you may observe vapor coming
from the front of the engine compartment. This is normally
a result of moisture from rain, snow, or high humidity
accumulating on the radiator and being vaporized when
the thermostat opens, allowing hot engine coolant (anti-
freeze) to enter the radiator.
If an examination of your engine compartment shows no
evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be
safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate.
• Do not overfill the coolant expansion bottle.
• Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in the
coolant expansion bottle. If engine coolant (antifreeze)
needs to be added, the contents of the coolant expansion
bottle must also be protected against freezing.
• 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. • 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 Plan” in this section for the proper
maintenance intervals.
WARNING!Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possi-
bly 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.252 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
Cleaning
Wheels ............................... .273
Climate Control ............................44
Automatic ........................... .48, 53
Manual ................................44
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ............... .314
Compact Spare Tire ........................ .271
Contract, Service .......................... .318
Convertible Top Maintenance ................. .279
Coolant (Antifreeze) .................... .290, 291
Cooling Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ........... .251
Cooling System ........................... .248
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ................ .250
Coolant Capacity ........................ .291
Coolant Level ....................... .248, 251
Disposal Of Used Coolant ................. .251
Drain, Flush, And Refill ................... .249
Inspection ............................. .251
Points To Remember ..................... .252
Pressure Cap ........................... .251
Radiator Cap .......................... .251
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ............ .249
Corrosion Protection ....................... .277
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ................ .178
Cruise Light ...............................94 Cupholders ...............................66
Customer Assistance ....................... .316
Customer Programmable Features .............. .297
Cybersecurity ............................ .296
Daytime Running Lights ................... .37, 38
Dealer Service ............................ .238
Defroster, Windshield ....................... .155
Diagnostic System, Onboard ....................95
Dimmer Switch
Headlight ...............................37
Dipsticks
Oil (Engine) ........................... .236
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................ .251
Door Ajar ............................. .86, 87
Door Ajar Light ......................... .86, 87
Doors ....................................24
Driver ’s Seat Back Tilt ........................26
Driving
Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water ................................ .191
Electrical Power Outlets .......................68
Electric Remote Mirrors .......................36324 INDEX
