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Normal scheduled maintenance*
At every oil change
interval as indicated by
the information displayChange engine oil and filter.**
Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure
tread depth.
Perform multi-point inspection
(recommended).
Inspect automatic transmission fluid level
(if equipped with dipstick). Consult dealer for
requirements.
Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums,
brake linings, hoses and parking brake.
Inspect cabin air filter (if equipped).
Inspect engine cooling system strength and
hoses.
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect rear axle and U-joints. Lubricate if
equipped with grease fittings (All-wheel drive
vehicles).
Inspect half-shaft boots.
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints,
suspension, tie-rod ends, driveshaft and
U-joints. Lubricate if equipped with grease
fittings.
Inspect wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
*Do not exceed one year or 10000 miles (16000 kilometers) between
service intervals.
**Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after each engine oil and filter
change. See theInstrument Clusterchapter.
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Extensive idling or low-speed driving for long distances as in
heavy commercial use (such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or
livery)
As required Change engine oil and filter as indicated by
the information display and perform services
listed in the Normal Scheduled Maintenance
chart.
Inspect frequently,
service as requiredReplace cabin air filter (if equipped).
Replace engine air filter.
Every 30000 miles
(48000 km)Change automatic transmission fluid.
Every 60000 miles
(96000 km)Replace spark plugs.
Operating in dusty or sandy conditions such as unpaved or
dusty roads
Inspect frequently,
service as requiredReplace cabin air filter (if equipped).
Replace engine air filter.
Every 5000 miles
(8000 km)Inspect the wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and
measure tread depth.
Every 5000 miles
(8000 km) or six
monthsChange engine oil and filter.
*
Perform multi-point inspection.
Every 30000 miles
(48000 km)Change automatic transmission fluid.
*Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after each engine oil and filter
change. See theInstrument Clusterchapter.
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H
Hazard flashers .........................290
HD Radio™ ...............................479
Headlamps
aiming ......................................335
bulb specifications ..................341
flash to pass ..............................98
high beam .........................98, 100
Head restraints .........................156
Heated steering wheel ..............527
Heating ......................144, 146, 148
Help ............................................526
Hill descent mode .....................227
Hill start assist ..........................212
Homelink wireless control
system ........................................178
Hood ..........................................313
How to use voice commands ...473
I
Ignition ...............................189, 385
Illuminated visor mirror ...........111
Information displays .................121
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................204
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................347
cluster ......................................114
Intelligent Access Key ................62
J
Jack ............................................376
positioning ...............................376
storage .....................................376Joining two calls
(multiparty/conference call) ....427
Jump-starting your vehicle ......291
K
Keyless entry system
autolock .....................................76
keypad .......................................82
locking and unlocking doors ....83
programming entry code .........82
Keys .......................................62, 85
positions of the ignition .........189
L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ................341
headlamps, flash to pass ..........98
interior lamps .................103–105
Lane keeping system ................252
LATCH anchors ...........................30
Liftgate ............................74, 77–78
Lights, warning and indicator ..114
Listening to music ....................476
Loading instructions .................274
Load limits .................................267
Locks
autolock .....................................76
childproof ..................................36
doors ..........................................73
Lubricant specifications ...........387
Lug nuts ....................................384
M
Making and receiving calls .......499
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