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Listed below are owner checks and services which
should be performed at the intervals specified to help
ensure the safety, dependability and emission control
performance of your vehicle.
Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
Whenever
any fluids or lubricants are added to your
vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown
in
Part D.
At Each Fuel Fill
It is important for you or a service station attendant to
pegorm these underhood checks at eachfielfill.
Engine Oil Level Check
Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if
necessary. See “Engine Oil” in
the Index for
further details.
Engine Coolant Level Check
Check the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL@
coolant mixture if necessary. See “Engine Coolant” in
the Index for further details.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield
washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary. See
“Windshield Washer Fluid”
in the Index for further details.
At Least Once a Month
Tire Inflation Check
Make sure tires are inflated to the correct pressures. See
“Tires” in the Index for further details.
Cassette Deck Service
Clean cassette deck. Cleaning should be done every
50 hours of tape play. See “Audio Systems” in the
Index for further details.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine At Least Twice a Year
Restraint System Check
Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your
belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are
working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged
safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might
keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it
repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced.
Also look for any opened or broken air bag coverings,
and have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag system
does not need regular maintenance.)
Wiper Blade Check
Inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking. Replace blade
inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streak or
miss areas of the windshield. Also see “Wiper Blades,
Cleaning” in the Index.
Manual Transmission Check
Check the transmission fluid level; add if needed. See
“Manual Transmission” in the Index. Check for leaks.
A fluid loss may indicate a problem. Have the system
inspected and repaired if needed.
Automatic Transmission Check
Check the transmission fluid level; add if needed. See
“Automatic Transmission” in the Index. A fluid loss
may indicate a problem. Check the system and repair if
needed.
Hydraulic Clutch System Check
Check the fluid level in the clutch reservoir. See
“Hydraulic Clutch Fluid” in the Index. A fluid loss
in this system could indicate a problem. Have the
system inspected and repaired at once.
At Least Once a Year
Key Lock Cylinders Service
Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant
specified in Part
D.
Body Lubrication Service
Lubricate all hinges and latches, including those for the
hood, rear compartment, console doors and any folding
seat hardware. Part
D tells you what to use. More
frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to
a corrosive environment.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Starter Switch Check When you are doing this check, the vehicle could
move suddenly.
If it does, you or others could be
injured. Follow the steps below.
1.
2.
3.
Before you start, be sure you have enough room
around the vehicle.
Firmly apply both the parking brake (see “Parking
Brake”
in the Index if necessary) and the regular brake.
NOTE:
Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be
ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts.
On automatic transmission vehicles, try to start the
engine in each gear. The starter should work only in
PARK
(P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the starter works in
any other position, your vehicle needs service.
On manual transmission vehicles, put the shift lever
in NEUTRAL
(N), push the clutch down halfway
and try to start the engine. The starter should work
only when the clutch is pushed down all the way to
the floor. If the starter works when the clutch isn’t
pushed all the way down, your vehicle needs service.
Brake-Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) Check
(Automatic Transmission)
When you are doing this
( !ck, the vehicle could
move suddenly.
If it does, you or others could be
injured. Follow the steps below.
1.
2.
3.
Before you start, be sure you have enough room
around the vehicle. It should be parked on
a
level surface.
Firmly apply the parking brake (see “Parking Brake”
in the Index if necessary).
NOTE: Be ready
to apply the regular brake
immediately if the vehicle begins to move.
With the engine off, turn the key to the RUN
position, but don’t start the engine. Without applying
the regular brake, try to move the shift lever out of
PARK
(P) with normal effort. If the shift lever
moves out of PARK (P), your vehicle’s BTSI
needs service.
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While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn
the ignition key
to LOCK in each shift lever position.
With an automatic transmission, the key should turn
to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P).
With a manual transmission, the key should turn to
LOCK only when the
shift lever is in REVERSE (R).
On vehicles with a key release button, try to turn the key
to LOCK without pressing the button. The key should
turn to LOCK only when you press the key button.
On all vehicles, the key should come out only in LOCK.
Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission
PARK
(P) Mechanism Check
A CAT JTION:
When you are doing this checkyour vehicle
could begin to move. You or others could be
injured and property could be damaged. Make
sure there
is room in front of your vehicle in case
it begins to roll. Be ready to apply the regular
brake at once should the vehicle begin to move.
Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing
downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake,
set the parlung brake.
To check the parking brake’s holding ability:
With the engine running and transmission in
NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure
from the regular brake pedal.
Do this until the
vehicle is held by the parking brake only.
To check the PARK (P) mechanism’s holding ability:
With the engine running, shift to PARK (P). Then
release all brakes.
Underbody Flushing Service
At least every spring, use plain water to flush any
corrosive materials from the underbody. Take care to
clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other debris
can collect.
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Maintenance Inspections
Listed below are inspections and services which should be
performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring
and
fall). You should let your dealer’s service department
or other qualified service center do these jobs. Make sure
any necessary repairs
are completed at once.
Proper procedures to perform these services may be
found in a service manual. See “Service and Owner
Publications” in the Index.
Steering and Suspension Inspection
Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering
system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs of
wear or lack of lubrication. Inspect the power steering
lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks,
cracks, chafing, etc.
Exhaust System Inspection
Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body near
the exhaust system.
Look for broken, damaged, missing or
out-of-position parts as well as open seams, holes, loose
connections or other conditions which could cause a heat
build-up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into
the vehicle. See “Engine Exhaust” in the Index.
Engine Cooling System Inspection
Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are
cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect
all pipes, fittings
and clamps; replace as needed. Clean the outside of the
radiator and
air conditioning condenser. To help ensure
proper operation, a pressure test
of the cooling system and
pressure cap is recommended at least once a year.
Throttle System Inspection
Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding, and fo\
r
damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as needed. Replace
any components that have high effort or excessive wear.
Do
not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables.
Rear Axle Service
Check the gear lubricant level in the rear axle and add if
needed. See “Rear Axle” in the Index. A fluid loss may
indicate a problem. Check the axle and repair it if needed.
Brake System Inspection
Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and hoses
for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc.
Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface
condition. Inspect other brake parts, including calipers,
parking brake, etc. Check parking brake adjustment.
You
may need to have your brakes inspected more often if your
driving habits or conditions result in frequent braking.
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After the scheduled services are performed, record the
date, odometer reading and who performed the service
in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval.
Any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services”
or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added on
the following record pages. Also, you should retain all
maintenance receipts. Your owner information portfolio
is a convenient place to store them.
Maintenance Record
ODOMETER
DATE MAINTENANCE PERFORMED
SERVICED
BY READING
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The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased by filling out
the Service Publication Order Form in this book and mailing it in with your check, money order,
or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below.) \
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Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the
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Accessory Plug ............................... 2-58
AirBag
....................................... 1-20
How Does it Restrain .......................... 1-24
How it Works ................................ 1-22
Location
.................................... 1-22
Readiness Light
......................... 1-21, 2-76
Servicing
................................... 1-25
What Makes it Inflate
.......................... 1-23
What Will You See After it Inflates
............... 1-24
When Should it Inflate
......................... 1-23
Air Cleaner
.................................... 6- 18
Air Conditioning
................................ 3-3
Aircontrol ..................................... 3-2
Alarm
Arming the System
............................ 2-16
Content Theft-Deterrent
....................... 2- 15
Disarming the System ......................... 2- 17
Turning
Off the Alarm ......................... 2-17
AlarmPanicMode
............................... 2-9
Alignment and Balance, Tire
...................... 6-50
Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning
...................... 6-58
Antifreeze
..................................... 6-26
Anti-Lock
..................................... 4-7
Brake System Warning Light
................ 2-78, 4-7
Adding Equipment to the Outside
of Your Vehicle ...... 6-3
Brakes
...................................... 4-7
Anti.Theft. Radio
..............................
Control Off Switch ............................ 4-10
Control System
................................ 4-9
System Warning Light
..................... 2.79. 4.9
Audio Equipment. Adding
........................ 3-23
Audio Systems
.................................. 3-6
Auto-Down Window
............................ 2-44
Automatic Overdrive
............................ 2-32
Automatic Transmission
......................... 2-30
BTSICheck
................................. 7-34
Check
...................................... 7-33
Fluid
....................................... 6-20
Operation
................................... 2-30
Park Mechanism Check
........................ 7-35
Shifting
..................................... 2-30
Starting Your Engine
.......................... 2-27
Axle, Limited-Slip Rear
......................... 2-43
Axle, Rear
.................................... 6-26
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Jump Starting
................................. 5-3
Replacement. Keyless Entry .................... 2- 11
Warnings
........................... 5.3.5.4. 6.37
BBB Auto Line
................................. 8-9
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
.................... 4-21
Better Business Bureau Mediation
................... 8-9
Blizzard
...................................... 4-27
Brake Adjustment
.................................. 6-36
Checking Fluid
............................... 6-34
Fluid
....................................... 6-33
Master Cylinder
.............................. 6-33
Parking
..................................... 2-37
Pedal Travel
................................. 6-36
Replacing System Parts
........................ 6-36
System Warning Light
......................... 2-77
Trailer
...................................... 4-34
Transmission Shift Interlock
.................... 2-43
Wear
....................................... 6-35
Brakes. Anti-Lock
............................... 4-7
Braking
........................................ 4-6
Braking
in Emergencies .......................... 4- 10
Break-In. New Vehicle
.......................... 2-24
Brightness Control
.............................. 2-52
BTSICheck
................................... 7-34
Bulb Replacement
.............................. 6-37
BTSI
......................................... 2-43 Canadian
Roadside Assistance
.................... 8-7
Capacities and Specifications
...................... 6-69
Carbon Monoxide
.......... 2.12.2.41.2.42.4.28. 4.33
Cassette Deck Service
........................... 7-32
Cassette Storage
................................ 2-56
Cassette Tape Player
......................... 3.7. 3.9
Care
of
Your Cassette Tape Player .................. 3-24
Cassette Tape Player Care
........................ 3-24
CD Player Theft-Deterrent Feature
................. 3-21
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp Bulb Replacement
.... 6-39
Certification Label
.............................. 4-29
Chains. Safety
................................. 4-34
Chains. Tire
................................... 6-51
Changing a Flat Tire
............................. 5-27
Check Gages Light
.............................. 2-85
Checking Your Restraint Systems
.................. 1-46
Chemical Paint Spotting
.......................... 6-60
Child Restraints
................................ 1-33
Securing
in a Rear Seat Position ................. 1-39
Securing in the Right Front Seat Position
.......... 1-41
WheretoPut
................................ 1-37
Cigarette Lighter
............................... 2-57
Circuit Breakers and Fuses
....................... 6-63
Cleaner. Air
................................... 6-18
Cleaning
Aluminurnwheels
............................ 6-58
Convertible Top
.............................. 6-58
Fabric
...................................... 6-53
TopStrap
................................... 1-38
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