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WARNING
The use of tire chains may adversely
affect vehicle handling:
[ Drive less than 20 mph (30 km/h)
or the chain manufacturer’s
recommended speed limit,
whichever is lower.
[ Drive carefully and avoid bumps,
holes, sharp turns, and other road
hazards, which may cause the
vehicle to bounce.
[ Avoid sharp turns or locked wheel
braking.
Information
[ Install tire chains only in pairs and on
the front tires. It should be noted that
installing tire chains on the tires will
provide a greater driving force, but will
not prevent side skids.
[ Do not install studded tires without
first checking local and municipal
regulations for possible restrictions
against their use.
Chain Installation
When installing tire chains, follow the
manuf
acturer’s instructions and mount
them as tightly possible. Drive slowly
(less than 20 mph (30 km/h)) with
chains installed. If you hear the chains
contacting the body or chassis, stop and
tighten them. If they still make contact,
slow down until the noise stops. Remove
the tire chains as soon as you begin
driving on cleared roads.
When mounting snow chains, park the
vehicle on level ground away from traffic.
Turn on the vehicle Hazard Warning
Flasher and place a triangular emergency
warning device behind the vehicle (if
available). Always place the vehicle in P
(Park), apply the parking brake and turn
off the engine before installing snow
chains.
NOTICE
When using tire chains:
[ Wrong size chains or improperly
installed chains can damage your
vehicle’s brake lines, suspension,
body and wheels.
[ Use SAE “S” class or wire chains.
[ If you hear noise caused by chains
contacting the body, retighten the
chain to prevent contact with the
vehicle body.
[ To prevent body damage, retighten
the chains after driving 0.3~0.6 miles
(0.5~1.0 km).
[ Do not use tire chains on vehicles
equipped with aluminum wheels. If
unavoidable, use a wire type chain.
[ Use wire chains less than 0.59 in. (15
mm) thick to prevent damage to the
chain’s connection.
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Normal Maintenance Schedule (Cont.)
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE
ITEM Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156
Miles×1,000 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96 104 Km×1,000 13 26 39 52 65 78 91 104 117 130 143 156 169
Cabin air filter (if equipped)
RRRRRR
Vacuum hose
IIIIIIIIIIIII
Engine coolant
At first, replace at 120,000 miles (200,000 km) or 120 months.
After that, replace every 24,000 miles (39,000 km) or 24 months
Battery condition
IIIIIIIIIIIII
Brake lines, hoses and connections
IIIIIIIIIIIII
Disc brakes and pads
IIIIIIIIIIIII
Steering gear rack, linkage and boots
IIIIIIIIIIIII
Driveshaft and boots
IIIIII
Suspension mounting bolts
IIIIIIIIIIIII
Air conditioner refrigerant
IIIIIIIIIIIII
Air conditioner compressor
IIIIIIIIIIIII
Propeller shaft (AWD)
IIIIII
Exhaust pipe and muffler
IIIIIIIIIIIII
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.
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Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions
The following items must be serviced more frequently on cars mainly used under
severe driving conditions. Refer to the chart below for the appropriate maintenance
intervals.
R : Replace
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace
Maintenance itemMaintenance
operation Maintenance intervals Driving
condition
Engine oil and engine oil
filt
er *1R Replace every 5,000 miles
(8,000 km) or 6 months A, B, C, D, E, F,
G, H, I, J, K, L
Air cleaner filter R Replace more frequently
depending on the condition C, E
Spark plugs R Replace more frequently
depending on the condition A, B, F, G, H,
I, K
Cabin air filter R Replace more frequently
depending on the condition C, E, G
Disc brakes and pads,
calipers and rotors IInspect more frequently
depending on the condition C, D, E, G, H
Steering gear rack,
linkage and boots IInspect more frequently
depending on the condition C, D, E, F, G,
H, I
Driveshaft and boots I Inspect more frequently
depending on the condition C, D, E, F, G,
H, I, J
Suspension ball joints I Inspect more frequently
depending on the condition C, D, E, F, G
Propeller shaft I Inspect more frequently
depending on the condition C, D, E, F, G,
H, I, J
Automatic transmission
fluid RReplace every 60,000 miles
(100,000 km) A, C, F, G, H,
I, J, K
Rear differential oil R Replace every 72,000 miles
(120,000 km) C, D, E, G, H,
I, J
Transfer case oil (AWD) R Replace every 72,000 miles
(120,000 km) C, D, E, G, H,
I, J
Parking brake I Inspect more frequently
depending on the condition C, D, G, H
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NOTICE
The use of a non-specified fluid could
result in transmission malfunction and
failure.
Use only specified automatic
transmission fluid. (Refer to
“Recommended Lubricants and
Capacities” section in chapter 2.)
Brake Hoses and Lines
Visually check for proper installation,
chafing, cracks, deterioration and any
leakage. Replace any deteriorated or
damaged parts immediately.
Brake Fluid
Check the brake fluid level in the brake
fluid reservoir. The level should be
between the MIN and the MAX marks
on the side of the reservoir. Use only
hydraulic brake fluid conforming to DOT
4 specification.
Brake Discs, Pads, Calipers and
Rotors
Check the pads, the discs and the rotors
for any excessive wear-out. Inspect
calipers for any fluid leakage.
Exhaust Pipe and Muffler
Visually inspect the exhaust pipes,
muffler and hangers for cracks,
deterioration, or damage. Start
the engine and listen carefully for
any exhaust gas leakage. Tighten
connections or replace parts as
necessary.
Propeller Shaft
Check the propeller shaft, boots, clamps,
rubber couplings and center-bearing
rubber for cracks, deterioration, or
damage. Replace any damaged parts
and if necessary, repack the grease.
Suspension Mounting Bolts
Check the suspension connections for
looseness or damage. Retighten to the
specified torque.
Steering Gear Box, Linkage &
Boots/Lower Arm Ball Joint
With the vehicle stopped and the engine
off, check for excessive free-play in the
steering wheel. Check the linkage for
bends or damage. Check the dust boots
and ball joints for deterioration, cracks,
or damage.
Replace any damaged parts.
Drive Shafts and Boots
Check the drive shafts, boots and clamps
for cracks, deterioration, or damage.
Replace any damaged parts and, if
necessary, repack the grease.
Air Conditioning Refrigerant
Check the air conditioning lines and
connections for leakage and damage.
