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WARNING!
Worn brake hoses can burst and cause brake failure.
You could have an accident. If you see any signs of
cracking, scuffing, or worn spots, have the brake
hoses replaced immediately.
Brake Master Cylinder
The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked
when performing under hood services, or immediately if
the BRAKE warning light shows system failure
Be sure to clean the top of the master cylinder area before
removing the cap. If necessary, add fluid to bring the
fluid level up to the requirements described on the brake
fluid reservoir. With disc brakes, fluid level can be
expected to fall as the brake pads wear. Brake fluid levelshould be checked when pads are replaced. However,
low fluid level may be caused by a leak and a checkup
may be needed.
Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid, refer
to Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts for correct fluid
type.WARNING!
•Use of a brake fluid that may have a lower initial
boiling point or unidentified as to specification,
may result in sudden brake failure during hard
prolonged braking. You could have an accident.
•Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in
spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the
brake fluid catching fire.
362 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)............169,265
Adding Fuel........................... 300
Adding Washer Fluid..................... 156
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 350
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 351
Air Conditioning.....................228,232
Air Conditioning Controls................. 232
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips............ 232
Air Conditioning Refrigerant............... 352
Air Conditioning System.................. 232
AirFilter .............................. 350
Air Pressure, Tires....................... 279
Airbag............................. 47,170
Airbag Deployment....................... 59
Airbag Light.......................... 61,75
Airbag Maintenance....................... 61
Alarm, Panic............................ 23
Alarm (Security Alarm)................. 19,166
Alarm System (Security Alarm)............... 19Alignment and Balance................... 284
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 9
Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 222
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)................ 382
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)............128,265
Anti-Lock Warning Light.................. 169
Anti-Theft System..................... 19,166
Appearance Care........................ 366
Auto Down Power Windows................ 32
AutomaticDimmingMirror ................. 82
Automatic Door Locks..................... 30
Automatic Transaxle...................... 247
Automatic Transmission.............249,254,363
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 363
Fluid Level Check...................363,364
FluidType ........................363,384
Gear Ranges.......................... 249
Special Additives...................... 364
Torque Converter...................254,258
420 INDEX

Autostick............................. 256
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet)...... 144
Auxiliary Power Outlet................... 144
AxleFluid ............................. 384
Battery............................... 351
Charging............................ 332
Emergency Starting..................... 332
Gas Caution.......................... 332
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)....... 24
Belts,Drive ............................ 347
Belts, Seat.............................. 38
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 353
B-Pillar Location........................ 274
Brake Assist System...................... 129
Brake Control System, Electronic............. 128
Brake Fluid............................ 384
Brake System........................... 361
Anti-Lock (ABS)....................128,265Hoses.............................. 361
Master Cylinder....................... 362
Parking............................. 263
Warning Light.....................167,169
Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 249
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 74
Bulb Replacement....................... 379
Bulbs,Light ............................ 378
Calibration, Compass..................178,184
Capacities, Fluid........................ 382
Caps, Filler
Fuel................................ 300
Power Steering........................ 352
Car Washes............................ 367
Carbon Monoxide Warning............... 74,299
Cargo Area Features...................... 150
Cargo Compartment...................... 150
Light ............................... 150
INDEX 421
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Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)......356,382,383
Temperature Gauge..................... 164
Corrosion Protection..................... 366
Crankcase Emission Control System.......... 350
CupHolder ............................ 147
Customer Assistance..................... 412
Data Recorder, Event...................... 61
Daytime Running Lights................... 122
Dealer Service.......................... 343
Defroster, Rear Window................... 156
Defroster, Windshield................ 76,230,231
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers................. 122
Diagnostic System, Onboard................ 340
Dimmer Switch, Headlight..............120,166
Dipsticks
Oil (Engine).......................... 343
Disposal
Engine Oil........................... 346Used Coolant (Antifreeze)................ 358
Door Locks............................. 27
Door Locks, Automatic.................... 30
Door Opener, Garage..................... 134
DriveBelts ............................ 347
Driving ............................... 262
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System)...... 225
Electric Remote Mirrors.................... 83
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet)...... 144
Electrical Power Outlets................... 144
Electronic Brake Control System............. 128
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)...... 125
Electronic Stability Program (ESP).........131,166
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).... 179
Emergency, In Case of
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 324
Jacking............................. 326
Towing ............................. 334
INDEX 423
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Gauges
Coolant Temperature.................... 164
Fuel................................ 164
Odometer........................... 172
Speedometer......................... 166
Tachometer.......................... 170
Gear Ranges......................245,249,255
General Information.................... 19,295
Glass Cleaning.......................... 370
Gross Axle Weight Rating.................. 307
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating................ 306
GVWR ............................... 303
Hands-Free Phone (UConnect™).............. 84
Hazard Warning Flasher................... 324
Head Restraints......................... 113
Head Rests............................ 113
Headlights
Bulb Replacement...................... 379Dimmer Switch....................... 120
Replacing............................ 379
Switch .............................. 120
Heated Seats........................... 113
Heater, Engine Block..................... 243
High Beam Indicator..................... 166
Hitches
TrailerTowing ........................ 310
Holder,Cup ........................... 147
HomeLink(Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . . 134
Hood Release.......................... 117
Hoses.............................360,361
Hydraulic Clutch Fluid.................... 364
Ignition............................... 14
Key ................................. 14
Ignition Key Removal..................... 14
Illuminated Entry........................ 20
Infant Restraint........................ 64,65
426 INDEX

Inflation Pressure Tires.................... 279
Information Center, Vehicle................. 179
Inside Rearview Mirror.................... 81
Instrument Cluster....................163,164
Instrument Panel and Controls.............. 162
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning............. 370
Integrated Power Module (Fuses)............ 371
Interior Appearance Care.................. 369
Interior Lights.......................... 119
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers)........... 122
Introduction............................. 4
Inverter, Power......................... 146
Jack Location........................... 326
Jack Operation.......................326,329
Jacking Instructions...................... 329
Key, Replacement........................ 17
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer)................... 16Key-In Reminder......................... 16
Keyless Entry System...................... 21
Keys................................. 14
Lane Change and Turn Signals.............. 167
Lap/Shoulder Belts....................... 38
LATCH
(Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren)..... 68,69
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 296
Leaks, Fluid............................ 76
LifeofTires ............................ 283
Liftgate................................ 35
Lights .............................. 76,119
Airbag............................ 61,170
Alarm ............................... 75
Anti-Lock Warning..................... 169
Back-Up............................. 381
Brake Assist Warning................... 134
Brake Warning........................ 167
INDEX 427
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Bulb Replacement...................378,379
Cargo .............................. 150
Center Mounted Stop................... 381
Cruise .............................. 174
Daytime Running...................... 122
Dimmer Switch, Headlight............... 120
Electronic Stability Program
(ESP) Indicator.......................132,166
Fog ..........................121,170,380
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 324
Headlight Switch...................... 120
Headlights........................... 379
Illuminated Entry....................... 20
Instrument Cluster..................120,164
Interior............................. 119
Lights On Reminder.................... 120
Low Fuel............................ 164
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)........ 173
Passing............................. 121Rear Servicing........................ 381
Rear Tail............................ 381
Seat Belt Reminder..................... 165
Service...........................378,379
Side Marker.......................... 381
Traction Control....................... 132
Turn Signal.....................121,379,381
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)..... 164
Load Floor, Cargo....................... 151
Load N Go
SlidingCargoFloor ..................... 153
Loading Vehicle......................... 303
Tires ............................... 274
Locks................................. 27
Automatic Door........................ 30
Child Protection........................ 30
Door................................ 27
Power Door........................... 29
Steering Wheel......................... 16
428 INDEX

Universal Transmitter..................... 134
Upholstery Care........................ 369
Utility Table........................... 152
Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses................. 360
VanityMirrors ........................... 84
Variance, Compass....................177,184
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)............ 8
Vehicle Loading......................275,303
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations.............. 9
Vehicle Storage......................... 233
Video Entertainment System
(Rear Seat Video System).................. 225
Viscosity, Engine Oil...................... 346
Warning Flasher, Hazard.................. 324
Warning Lights
(Instrument Cluster Description)............. 164
Warnings and Cautions..................... 8
Warranty Information..................... 415Washer, Adding Fluid..................... 156
Washers, Windshield..................... 354
WaxingandPolishing ..................... 367
Wheel Alignment and Balance............... 284
Wheel and Wheel Trim.................... 368
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care................ 368
Wheel Mounting........................ 331
WindBuffeting ....................... 35,143
Window Fogging........................ 232
Windows.............................. 31
Power............................... 31
Windshield Defroster...................... 76
Windshield Washers...................122,354
Fluid ............................... 354
Windshield Wiper Blades.................. 354
Windshield Wipers....................... 122
Wiper, Rear............................ 155
Wrecker Towing......................... 334
YES EssentialsFabric Cleaning Procedure...... 369
436 INDEX