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WARNING! (Continued)
•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.(Continued)
WARNING! (Continued)
•Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contami-
nate the brake fluid. Brake seal components could
be damaged, causing partial or complete brake
failure. This could result in a collision.
Automatic Transmission
The automatic transmission and differential assembly are
contained within a single housing.
The fluid level in the automatic transmission should be
checked whenever the vehicle is serviced. Operation with
an improper fluid level will greatly reduce the life of the
transmission and the fluid.
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Fluid Level Check – 2.4L Engine
Use the following procedure to check the automatic
transmission fluid level properly:
1. Park the vehicle on level ground.
2. Run the engine at curb idle speed for a minimum of
60 seconds.
3. Apply the parking brake fully.
4. Place the shift lever momentarily into each gear posi-
tion ending with the lever in PARK.
5. Wipe the area around the dipstick clean to eliminate
the possibility of dirt entering the transmission.6. Remove the dipstick and determine if the fluid is hot
or cold. Hot fluid is approximately 180° F (82° C), which
is the normal operating temperature after the vehicle is
driven at least 15 miles (24 km). Hot fluid cannot be held
comfortably between the fingertips. Cold fluid is at a
temperature below 80° F (27° C).
7. Wipe the dipstick clean and reinsert until seated. Then,
remove dipstick and note the reading.
a. If the fluid is hot, the reading should be in the
crosshatched area marked “HOT” (between the upper
two holes in the dipstick).
b. If the fluid is cold, the fluid level should be between
the lower two holes in the area marked “COLD.”
If the fluid level is low, add sufficient fluid through the
filler (dipstick) tube to bring it to the proper level. Do not
overfill.
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CAUTION!
•Using a transmission fluid other than the manu-
facturer’s recommended fluid may cause deterio-
ration in transmission shift quality and/or torque
converter shudder. Using a transmission fluid
other than that recommended by the manufacturer
will require more frequent fluid and filter
changes. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genu-
ine Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for fur-
ther information.
•Dirt and water in the transmission can cause
serious damage. To prevent dirt and water from
entering the transmission after checking or replen-
ishing fluid, make certain that the dipstick cap is
re-seated properly.
Fluid Level Check – 3.6L Engine
The automatic transmission has no dipstick and is dealer
serviced only.
Transmission Fluid And Filter Changes
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
In addition, change the fluid and filter if the transmission
is disassembled for any reason.
Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion
Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo-
graphic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads
passable in snow and ice and those that are sprayed on
trees and road surfaces during other seasons are highly
corrosive to the metal in your vehicle. Outside parking,
which exposes your vehicle to airborne contaminants,
road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated, extreme
422 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

•Change your engine oil more often if you drive your
vehicle off-road for an extended period of time.
•Under no circumstances should oil change intervals
exceed 8,000 miles (13 000 km) or six months, which-
ever comes first.
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other
than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in
“Understanding Your Instrument Panel” or under “In-
strument Cluster Description/Odometer/Trip Odom-
eter” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for
further information. At Each Stop For Fuel
•Check the engine oil level about five minutes after a
fully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level
while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the
accuracy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when
the level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
•Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
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Once A Month
•Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
•Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and transmission and add as needed.
•Check all lights and other electrical items for correct
operation.At Each Oil Change
•Change the engine oil filter.
•Inspect the brake hoses and lines.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
Required Maintenance Intervals
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
pages for the required maintenance intervals.
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Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)......... 273
Automatic Transaxle ..............12,288,292,419
Adding Fluid .................. 421,422,440
Filter ............................. 422
Fluid and Filter Changes ............... 422
Fluid Level Check ................. 421,422
Interlock System .................. 293,294
Reset Mode ......................... 297
Selection Of Lubricant ................. 440
Shifting ........................... 292
Automatic Transmission Fluid Type ......................... 420
Special Additives ..................... 420
Autostick ............................. 298
B-Pillar Location ........................ 322
Battery ............................... 403
Jump Starting ........................ 30
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ..... 25Location
........................... 403
Belts, Seat .............................. 85
Body Mechanism Lubrication ............... 407
Brake Assist System ...................... 310
Brake System ........................... 417
Anti-Lock (ABS) ..................... 307
Fluid Check ..................... 417,440
Master Cylinder ..................... 417
Parking ........................... 304
Warning Light ....................... 190
Brake, Parking .......................... 304
Brake/Transaxle Interlock .................. 294
Brakes ............................... 417
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ........ 83
Bulb Replacement ....................... 434
Bulbs, Light .......................... 87,434
Calibration, Compass ..................... 210
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ......... 20
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Capacities, Fluid........................ 438
Caps, Filler Fuel .............................. 354
Oil (Engine) ..................... 393,401
Power Steering ...................... 304
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ............. 414
Car Washes ............................ 423
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...............84,350
Cellular Phone ........................ 97,268
Chains, Tire ............................ 335
Changing A Flat Tire ..................... 374
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ 318
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light) ............... 396
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ............. 84
Checks, Safety ........................... 84
Child Restraint .................... 72,73,78,81
Child Restraint Tether Anchors .............76,78
Child Safety Locks ........................ 33 Cigar Lighter
........................... 174
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... 346
Cleaning Wheels ............................ 425
Windshield Wiper Blades ............... 408
Climate Control ......................... 268
Clock ........................ 215,217,236,245
Coin Holder ........................... 176
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ............. 267
Compact Spare Tire ...................... 330
Compass ........................... 201,209
Compass Calibration ..................... 210
Compass Variance ....................... 210
Computer, Trip/Travel .................. 20,207
Connector UCI .............................. 259
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ....... 259
Console ............................ 144,176
Console, Floor ....................... 144,176
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DrivingOn Slippery Surfaces .................. 300
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water ...................... 301
E-85 Fuel ............................. 350
Electric Rear Window Defrost ............... 181
Electric Remote Mirrors .................... 95
Electrical Power Outlets ................... 170
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...... 157
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 313
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) .... 203
Emergency Trunk Release ................... 39
Emergency, In Case of Jacking ............................ 374
Jump Starting ....................... 381
Towing ............................ 388
Emission Control System Maintenance ......... 396Engine
............................... 393
Air Cleaner ......................... 403
Block Heater ........................ 291
Break-In Recommendations .............. 83
Checking Oil Level ................... 399
Compartment ....................... 394
Compartment Identification ............. 394
Coolant (Antifreeze) ................ 412,439
Cooling ........................... 412
Exhaust Gas Caution ................84,350
Fails to Start ........................ 289
Flooded, Starting ..................... 289
Fuel Requirements ................. 346,438
Jump Starting ....................... 381
Oil ......................... 399,438,439
Oil Change Interval .............194,206,400
Oil Filler Cap .................... 393,401
Oil Filter ........................... 402
Oil Filter Disposal .................... 402
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Fluid Capacities......................... 438
Fluid Leaks ............................. 87
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transaxle ...............421,422
Brake .......................... 417,440
Cooling System ...................... 412
Engine Oil ......................... 399
Power Steering ................... 304,440
Fluids ................................ 439
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts .......... 439
Fog Light Service ........................ 435
Fog Lights ....................... 150,196,435
Folding Rear Seat ..................... 143,144
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ................... 386
Fuel ................................. 346
Adding ........................... 354
Additives .......................... 348
Clean Air .......................... 346 Ethanol
........................... 347
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) ...............188,354
Filler Door (Gas Cap) .................. 188
Gasoline ........................... 346
Gauge ............................ 188
Light ............................. 189
Materials Added ..................... 348
Methanol .......................... 347
Octane Rating .................... 346,439
Requirements .................... 346,438
Tank Capacity ....................... 438
Fuel System Caution ..................... 355
Fuel, Flexible ........................... 350
Fueling ............................... 354
Fuses ................................ 428
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) ........... 160
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ............354,356,395
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Lane Change and Turn Signals...........196,436
Lane Change Assist ...................... 149
Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................... 43
LATCH
(Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) ....... 78
Latches ................................ 87
Hood ............................. 145
Lead Free Gasoline ...................... 346
Leaks, Fluid ............................ 87
Life of Tires ............................ 333
Light Bulbs .......................... 87,434
Lights .............................. 87,146
Airbag .................... 65,66,70,85,189
Back-Up ........................... 436
Brake Assist Warning .................. 315
Brake Warning ...................... 190
Bulb Replacement .................... 434
Daytime Running .................... 150
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator . . 315 Engine Temperature Warning
............ 190
Exterior ............................ 87
Fog ......................... 150,196,435
Headlight Switch ..................... 147
Headlights ...................... 147,434
Headlights On With Wipers ............. 156
High Beam Indicator .................. 201
Illuminated Entry ..................... 20
Instrument Cluster ................... 147
Interior ............................ 151
License ............................ 437
Lights On Reminder .................. 150
Low Fuel .......................... 189
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ...... 199
Map Reading ....................... 151
Oil Pressure ........................ 190
Passing ............................ 149
Seat Belt Reminder ................... 189
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ............. 18
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