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Check every six months
Hinges, latches and outside locks for proper operation. Lubricate if necessary.
Parking brake for proper operation.
Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function.
Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag and safety belt) for operation.
Washer spray and wiper operation. Clean or replace blades as necessary.
Multi-point Inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running right,it is important to have the systems on yourvehicle checked regularly. This can helpidentify potential issues and prevent majorproblems. We recommend having thefollowing multi-point inspection performedat every scheduled maintenance intervalto help make sure your vehicle keepsrunning great.
Multi-point inspection
Horn operationAccessory drive belt(s)
Radiator, cooler, heater and A/C hosesBattery performance
Suspension component for leaks ordamageEngine air filter
Steering and linkageExhaust system
Tires (including spare) for wear and proper
pressure**Exterior lamps and hazard warning systemoperation
Windshield for cracks, chips or pitsFluid levels*; fill if necessary
Washer spray and wiper operationFor oil and fluid leaks
* Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission, power steering and windowwasher.**If your vehicle is equipped with a temporary mobility kit, check the tire sealant expirationUse By date on the canister. Replace as needed.
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Be sure to ask your dealership serviceadvisor or technician about the multi-pointvehicle inspection. It is a comprehensiveway to perform a thorough inspection of
your vehicle. Your checklist gives youimmediate feedback on the overallcondition of your vehicle.
NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
Note:Do not exceed the mileage or time intervals.
Maintenance
Rotate the tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread depth.1
Every7,500 mi(12,000 km)
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear,looseness or drag.
Perform a multi-point inspection.
Change the engine oil and filter.Every10,000 mi(16,000 km)/12 monthsor 450enginehours,whichevercomes first
1 Rotate the front wheels on vehicles with dual rear wheels when specified. Only rotatethe rear wheels if you notice unusual wear.
Maintenance
Inspect the automatic transmission fluid level. Consult dealer for require-ments.
Every15,000 mi(24,000 km)
Inspect the brake pads, rotors, hoses and parking brake.
Inspect the engine cooling system strength and hoses.
Inspect the exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tie-rod ends, driveshaftand the U-joints.
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Brake Fluid Maintenance1
Change the brake fluid.2Every 3 Years
1 Perform this maintenance item every 3 years. Do not exceed the designated time forthe interval.2 Brake fluid servicing requires special equipment available at your authorized dealer.
Other Maintenance Items
Replace the engine air filter.Every 30,000 mi(48,000 km)Torque the rear axle U-bolts to specification.
Replace the front wheel bearing grease and grease seal, ifyou use non-sealed bearings.Every 60,000 mi(96,000 km)
Replace the spark plugs.Every 97,500 mi(157,000 km)Replace the rear axle fluid. See Special Operating Condi-tions Scheduled Maintenance (page 252).
Inspect the accessory drive belts.1Every 105,000 mi(168,000 km)
Change the automatic transmission fluid.
Every 150,000 mi(240,000 km)
Change the automatic transmission filter.
Replace the accessory drive belts if not replaced within thelast 100,000 mi (160,000 km).
Replace the front wheel bearings and seals, if you use non-sealed bearings.
Change the engine coolant.2Every 200,000 mi(320,000 km)
1 If not replaced, inspect every 15,000 mi (24,000 km).2 Initial replacement at ten years or 200,000 mi (320,000 km), then every five years or100,000 mi (160,000 km).
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A/CSee: Climate Control...........................................74About This Manual...........................................7ABSSee: Brakes...........................................................100ABS driving hintsSee: Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes.................................................................101Accessories....................................................242AccessoriesSee: Replacement PartsRecommendation............................................10ACCSee: Using Adaptive Cruise Control............108Adjusting the Headlamps..........................176Adjusting the Steering Wheel...................49Airbag Disposal................................................41Air ConditioningSee: Climate Control...........................................74Air Conditioning System Capacity andSpecification..............................................230Air FilterSee: Changing the Engine Air Filter..............165Appendices....................................................259At a Glance........................................................18Audible Warnings and Indicators.............64Audio System.................................................237General Information..........................................237Audio Unit.......................................................237Autolamps........................................................53Automatic High Beam Control..................55Automatic High Beam ControlIndicators........................................................55Automatic Transmission.............................96Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacityand Specification.......................................231Automatic Transmission FluidCheck..............................................................170Auxiliary Power Points.................................80Auxiliary Switches.......................................243
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BatterySee: Changing the 12V Battery.......................174
Bonnet LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood...........162Booster Seats..................................................26Brake Fluid Check..........................................173Brake Fluid Specification..........................232Brakes...............................................................100General Information.........................................100Breaking-In......................................................139Bulb Specification Chart...........................226
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Canceling the Set Speed..........................108Capacities and Specifications................224Car WashSee: Cleaning the Exterior...............................182Catalytic Converter........................................93Changing a Bulb............................................178Changing a Fuse...........................................160Changing a Road Wheel............................215Changing the 12V Battery...........................174Changing the Engine Air Filter.................165Changing the Wiper Blades.......................177Checking the Wiper Blades.......................177Child Restraint and SeatbeltMaintenance.................................................34Child Restraint Positioning.........................28Child Safety......................................................20General Information............................................20Cleaning Leather Seats..............................185Cleaning Products.........................................181Cleaning the Engine.....................................183Cleaning the Exterior...................................182Cleaning the Instrument Panel andInstrument Cluster Lens.........................185Cleaning the Interior....................................184Cleaning the Wheels...................................186Cleaning the Windows and WiperBlades............................................................184Climate Control...............................................74Connected Vehicle......................................236Connected Vehicle –Troubleshooting............................................236Connecting the Vehicle to a MobileNetwork............................................................236Connected Vehicle Data...............................15Connected Vehicle Limitations..............236Connected Vehicle Requirements.........236
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Towing the Vehicle on FourWheels...........................................................137Towing..............................................................129Traction Control............................................103Principle of Operation.......................................103Transmission...................................................96Transporting the Vehicle............................144
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Under Hood Overview................................163USB Port...........................................................241Using Adaptive Cruise Control................108Using Snow Chains....................................208Using Stability Control...............................105Using Traction Control...............................103Using Voice Recognition............................241
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Vehicle Care.....................................................181General Information...........................................181Vehicle Identification Number................235Locating the Vehicle IdentificationNumber.............................................................235Vehicle Identification NumberOverview..........................................................235Vehicle Identification..................................235Vehicle Identification Number......................235Vehicle Storage.............................................186VentilationSee: Climate Control...........................................74
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Warning Lamps and Indicators.................62Washer Fluid Check......................................177Washer Fluid Specification......................230WashersSee: Cleaning the Exterior...............................182See: Wipers and Washers..................................51Waxing..............................................................183What Is Automatic High BeamControl.............................................................55What Is Cruise Control................................107Wheel NutsSee: Changing a Road Wheel.........................215
Wheels and Tires..........................................189General Information..........................................189Technical Specifications.................................222Windows and Mirrors....................................57Windshield Washers......................................51Windshield Wipers..........................................51Wiper BladesSee: Checking the Wiper Blades....................177Wipers and Washers......................................51
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