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Replace the front accessory drive belt X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or
150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first X
X
Replace PCV valve X
1. The spark plug change interval is mileage based only; yearly intervals do not apply.
Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
WARNING!
You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have
any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic.
Failure to properly inspect and maintain your vehicle could result in a component malfunction and effect vehicle handling and performance. This could cause
an accident.
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Installing The Rear Wiper
1. Lift the rear wiper arm pivot cap away from
the glass to allow the rear wiper blade to be
raised off of the glass.
NOTE:The rear wiper arm cannot be fully raised off the
glass unless the wiper arm pivot cap is unsnapped
first. Attempting to fully raise the rear wiper arm
without unsnapping the wiper arm pivot cap may
damage the vehicle.
2. Lift the rear wiper arm fully off the glass.
3. Insert the wiper blade pivot pin into the opening on the end of the wiper arm. Grab the
bottom end of the wiper arm with one hand,
and press the wiper blade flush with the wiper
arm until it snaps into place.
4. Lower the wiper blade onto the glass and snap the wiper arm pivot cap back into place.
EXHAUST SYSTEM
The best protection against carbon monoxide entry
into the vehicle body is a properly maintained
engine exhaust system.
If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust
system; or if the exhaust fumes can be detected
inside the vehicle; or when the underside or rear of
the vehicle is damaged; have an authorized
technician inspect the complete exhaust system
and adjacent body areas for broken, damaged,
deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open seams
or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes
to seep into the passenger compartment. In
addition, have the exhaust system inspected each
time the vehicle is raised for lubrication or oil
change. Replace as required.
WARNING!
Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain
carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and
odorless. Breathing it can make you uncon -
scious and can eventually poison you. To
avoid breathing CO,
Úpage 241 for further
information.
A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you
park over materials that can burn, such as
grass or leaves, and those items come into
contact with your exhaust system. Do not park
or operate your vehicle in areas where your
exhaust system can contact anything that can
burn.
CAUTION!
The catalytic converter requires the use of
unleaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will
destroy the effectiveness of the catalyst as an
emissions control device and may seriously
reduce engine performance and cause
serious damage to the engine.
Damage to the catalytic converter can result if
your vehicle is not kept in proper operating
condition. In the event of engine malfunction,
particularly involving engine misfire or other
apparent loss of performance, have your
vehicle serviced promptly. Continued opera -
tion of your vehicle with a severe malfunction
could cause the converter to overheat,
resulting in possible damage to the converter
and vehicle.
WARNING!
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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 neces -
sary, install ONLY the correct type thermostat.
Other designs may result in unsatisfactory
engine cooling performance, poor gas mileage,
and increased emissions.
BRAKE SYSTEM
In order to ensure brake system performance, all
brake system components should be inspected
periodically. For the proper maintenance intervals
Úpage 272.
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.
Be sure to clean the top of the master cylinder area
before removing the cap. If necessary, add fluid to
bring the fluid level up to the requirements
described on the brake fluid reservoir. With disc
brakes, fluid level can be expected to fall as the
brake pads wear. Brake fluid level should be
checked when pads are replaced. However, low
fluid level may be caused by a leak and a checkup
may be needed.
Use only manufacturer recommended brake fluid
Úpage 327.
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.
WARNING!
Use only manufacturer recommended brake
fluid Úpage 327. Using the wrong type of
brake fluid can severely damage your brake
system and/or impair its performance. The
proper type of brake fluid for your vehicle is
also identified on the original factory installed
hydraulic master cylinder reservoir.
To avoid contamination from foreign matter or
moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that
has been in a tightly closed container. Keep
the master cylinder reservoir cap secured at
all times. Brake fluid in a open container
absorbs moisture from the air resulting in a
lower boiling point. This may cause it to boil
unexpectedly during hard or prolonged
braking, resulting in sudden brake failure. This
could result in a collision.
Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result
in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts,
causing the brake fluid to catch fire. Brake
fluid can also damage painted and vinyl
surfaces, care should be taken to avoid its
contact with these surfaces.
Do not allow petroleum-based fluid to contam -
inate the brake fluid. Brake seal components
could be damaged, causing partial or
complete brake failure. This could result in a
collision.
WARNING!
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Key Fob Programming
(Remote Keyless Entry)
................................... 14Keyless Enter-N-Go.......................................... 22Passive Entry............................................... 22Keys................................................................. 12
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Lane Change And Turn Signals........................ 53Lane Change Assist.................................. 53, 55Lap/Shoulder Belts....................................... 204Latches.......................................................... 243Hood........................................................... 80Lead Free Gasoline........................................ 323Leaks, Fluid................................................... 243Life Of Tires................................................... 312Liftgate............................................................ 81Power.......................................................... 81Light Bulbs........................................... 243, 301Lighter Cigar............................................................ 78Lights............................................................. 243Air Bag.......................................97, 213, 242Battery Saver............................................... 55Brake Assist Warning................................ 190Brake Warning............................................ 97Bulb Replacement........................... 299, 301Cruise........................................................ 103Daytime Running......................................... 53
Dimmer Switch, Headlight........................... 53Engine Temperature Warning...................... 98Exterior............................................ 243, 301Fog.............................................................. 54Headlights............................................ 53, 54High Beam/Low Beam Select...................... 53Instrument Cluster....................................... 53Intensity Control.......................................... 56Interior......................................................... 55Lights On Reminder.............................. 53, 54Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)....... 101Park.......................................................... 103Passing................................................. 53, 54Reading....................................................... 55Seat Belt Reminder..................................... 99Security Alarm.......................................... 100Service..................................................... 299Side Marker.............................................. 301Traction Control........................................ 190Turn Signals.................... 53, 103, 243, 301Warning Instrument Cluster Descriptions...................................98, 103Load Floor, Cargo............................................. 82Load Shed Battery Saver Mode....................... 95Load Shed Battery Saver On............................ 95Load Shed Electrical Load Reduction.............. 95Load Shed Intelligent Battery Sensor............... 95
Loading Vehicle...................................... 82, 129Tires.......................................................... 306Low Tire Pressure System............................. 199Lubrication, Body.......................................... 282Lug Nuts........................................................ 322Luggage Carrier................................................83
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Maintenance Free Battery............................ 276Maintenance Schedule................................. 271Malfunction Indicator Light
(Check Engine)..................................... 101, 105ManualPark Release............................................ 266Service...................................................... 331Map/Reading Lights........................................55Marker Lights, Side....................................... 301Media Hub.......................................................75Media Mode.................................................. 168Memory Seat....................................................49Methanol....................................................... 324Mini-Trip Computer..........................................96Mirrors.............................................................48Automatic Dimming.....................................48Electric Remote...........................................49Exterior Folding............................................49Heated.........................................................48Outside........................................................48Rearview............................................ 48, 245Vanity...........................................................48
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