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Maint enance237
A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H
U.S. Owners
Canadian Owners
AB
C
D
EF
G
H
Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. Do the items in
as required for each distance/time interval.
Refer to page to determine which schedule to use. Use the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions.
Do item in A.
Do items in A, B.
Do items in A, C.
DoitemsinA,B,D.
Do item in A.
DoitemsinA,B,C,E.
Do item in A.
DoitemsinA,B,D.
Do items in A, C.
Do items in A, B.
Do item in A.Replace brake fluid (independent of mileage).
DoitemsinA,B,C,D,E,F. Replace automatic transmission fluid.
Do item in A.
Do items in A, B.
Do items in A, C.
DoitemsinA,B,D.
Do item in A.
DoitemsinA,B,C,E. Replace automatic transmission fluid.
Do item in A.
DoitemsinA,B,D.
Do items in A, C.
DoitemsinA,B,G.
Do item in A. Replace brake fluid (independent of mileage).
DoitemsinA,B,C,D,E,F. Replace engine oil.
Replace engine oil filter.
Inspect front and rear brakes.
Lubricate all hinges, locks, and latches.
Rotate tires (follow pattern on page
276).
Inspect tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots.
Inspect suspension components.
Inspect drive shaft boots.
Replace air cleaner element.
Check parking brake adjustment.
Inspect brake hoses and lines (including ABS).
Inspect all fluid levels, condition of fluids, and check
for leaks. Inspect exhaust system.
Inspect fuel lines and connections.
Check all lights.
Inspect the underbody.
Inspect drive belt.
Replace dust and pollen filter .
Replace transmission fluid (M/T).
Inspect valve clearance.
Replace spark plugs.
Inspect idle speed.
5,000 mi/8,000 km
10,000 mi/16,000 km
15,000 mi/24,000 km
20,000 mi/32,000 km/1 yr
25,000 mi/40,000 km
30,000 mi/48,000 km
35,000 mi/56,000 km
40,000 mi/64,000 km/2 yrs
45,000 mi/72,000 km
50,000 mi/80,000 km
55,000 mi/88,000 km
3yrs
60,000 mi/96,000 km/3 yrs
60,000 mi/96,000 km/3 yrs,
then replace every 30,000mi/
48,000 km/2yrs
65,000 mi/104,000 km
70,000 mi/112,000 km
75,000 mi/120,000 km
80,000 mi/128,000 km/4 yrs
85,000 mi/136,000 km
90,000 mi/144,000 km
90,000 mi/144,000 km/5 yrs,
then replace every 30,000 mi/
48,000 km/2 yrs
95,000 mi/152,000 km
100,000 mi/160,000 km/5 yrs
105,000 mi/168,000 km
110,000 mi/176,000 km
115,000 mi/184,000 km
6yrs
120,000 mi/192,000 km/6 yrs
See dust and pollen filter on page for replacement information
under special driving conditions. See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last
column, page .
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Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions (listed by distance/time)

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Youshouldcheckthefollowing
items at the specif ied intervals. If
you are unsure of how to perf orm
any check, turn to the page given.
Engine oil level Check every
time you fill the fuel tank. See
page .
Engine coolant level Check the
radiator reserve tank every time
you f ill the f uel tank. See page .
Windshield washer f luid Check
the level in the reservoir monthly.
If weather conditions cause you to
use the washers f requently, check
the reservoir each time you stop
f or f uel. See page .Tires Check the tire pressure
monthly. Examine the tread f or
wear and foreign objects. See page
.
Brakes Check the f luid level
monthly. See page . Lights Check the operation of
the headlights, parking lights,
taillights, high-mount brake light,
turn signals, brake lights, and
license plate light monthly. See
page .
Automatic transmission Check
the f luid level monthly. See page .187
189
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256 259 273
280
Owner Maintenance Checks
Maint enance242

CONT INUED
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Accessories and Modif ications . 191
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Accessories .191
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Additional Safety Precautions . 192
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Modif ications .192
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key .......................................
Position) .81
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Accessory Power Socket . 109
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Additives, Engine Oil . 246
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Airbag (SRS) .9
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Air Cleaner Element .261
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Air Conditioning .115
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Maintenance .269
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Usage .115
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Air Pressure, Tires .273
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Alcohol in Gasoline .340
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Antif reeze .249
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ................................
Description .213
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Indicator .61, 214
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Operation .213
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Anti-thef t Steering Column Lock . 80
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Appearance Care .295
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Armrest .105
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Audio System .129, 148 .............
Automatic Speed Control . 174
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Automatic Transmission . 204
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Capacity, Fluid .334
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Checking Fluid Level . 256
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Shif ting .204
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Shif t Lever Position Indicator . 204
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Shif t Lever Positions . 204
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Shif t Lock Release . 210
Battery ......
Charging System Light . 60,318
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Jump Starting .312
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Maintenance .265
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Specif ications .335
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Bef ore Driving .183
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Belts, Seat .8
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Beverage Holders .106
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Body Repair .312
Brakes ...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) . 213
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Break-in, New Linings . 184
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Bulb Replacement .286
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Fluid .259
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Parking .104 .........................
System Indicator .60
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Wear Indicators .212
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Braking System .213
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Break-in, New Car .184
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Brightness Control, Instruments . 72
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Brights, Headlights .70
Bulb Replacement ..........................
Back-up Lights .287
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Brake Lights .286
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Ceiling Light .290
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Door Courtesy Light . 291
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Front Parking Lights . 285
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Headlights .282
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High-mount Brake Light . 289
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License Plate Light . 289
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Specif ications .335
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Spotlights .290
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Trunk Light .292
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Turn Signal Lights . 284
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Vanity Mirror Lights . 291
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Bulbs, Halogen .282
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