6-28Checking Coolant The coolant surge tank
is located in the engine
compartment on the
passenger's side of
the vehicle.
See ªEngine Compartment Overviewº in the Index for
more information on location. CAUTION: Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the
engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and
scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly.
Never turn the surge tank pressure cap
-- even a
little
-- when the engine and radiator are hot.
The vehicle must be on a level surface. When your
engine is cold, the coolant level should be at the FILL
COLD mark.
If the LOW COOLANT
message comes on and stays
on, it means you're low on
engine coolant.
See ªLow Coolantº in the Index.
Scheduled Maintenance
7-15150,000 Miles (240 000 km) Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since last service,
whichever occurs first). See ªEngine Coolantº in the Index for what to use.
Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test
the cooling system and pressure cap.
An Emission Control Service. ACTUAL
SERVICED BY:
MILEAGEDATE
7-21Part C: Periodic
Maintenance Inspections Listed in this part 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 ªService and Owner
Publicationsº 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 ªEngine Exhaustº
in the Index.
Fuel System Inspection Inspect the complete fuel system for damage or leaks.
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.
