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Your vehicle at a glance
1. Hood ..................................................3-42
2. Headlamp .................................3-87, 7-61
3. Fog lamp ..................................3-88, 7-61
4. Tires and wheels ...............................7-31
5. Side View Mirrors ..............................3-29
6. Sunroof ............................................3-37
7. Front windshield wiper blades ..3-92, 7-26
8. Windows ............................................3-33
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Front view
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Driving your vehicle
Information
The ESC system must be turned OFF
before rocking the vehicle.
If you are still stuck after rocking
the vehicle a few times, have the
vehicle pulled out by a tow vehicle
to avoid engine overheating, pos-
sible damage to the transmission,
and tire damage. See "Towing" in
chapter 6.
Smooth Cornering
Avoid braking or gear changing in
corners, especially when roads are
wet. Ideally, corners should always
be taken under gentle acceleration.
Driving at Night
Night driving presents more hazards
than driving in the daylight. Here are
some important tips to remember:
Slow down and keep more dis-
tance between you and other vehi-
cles, as it may be more difficult to
see at night, especially in areas
where there may not be any street
lights.
Adjust your mirrors to reduce the
glare from other driver's head-
lamps.
Keep your headlamps clean and
properly aimed. Dirty or improperly
aimed headlamps will make it
much more difficult to see at night.
Avoid staring directly at the head-
lamps of oncoming vehicles. You
could be temporarily blinded, and it
will take several seconds for your
eyes to readjust to the darkness.
Driving in the Rain
Rain and wet roads can make driving
dangerous. Here are a few things to
consider when driving in the rain or
on slick pavement:
Slow down and allow extra follow-
ing distance. A heavy rainfall
makes it harder to see and increas-
es the distance needed to stop
your vehicle.
Turn OFF your Cruise Control.
Replace your windshield wiper
blades when they show signs of
streaking or missing areas on the
windshield.
Tires should be properly main-
tained with at least 2/32nds of an
inch of tread depth. If your tires do
not have enough tread, making a
quick stop on wet pavement can
cause a skid and possibly lead to
an accident.See "Tire Tread" in
chapter 7.
Turn on your headlamps to make it
easier for others to see you.
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Maintenance
Engine compartment .............................................7-3
Maintenance services ...........................................7-4
Owner's Responsibility .....................................................7-4
Owner Maintenance Precautions..................................7-4
Owner maintenance ...............................................7-5
Owner Maintenance Schedule .......................................7-6
Scheduled maintenance services.........................7-7
Normal Maintenance Schedule
(Smartstream G1.6) ...........................................................7-8
Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions
(Smartstream G1.6) .........................................................7-11
Severe Driving Conditions .............................................7-12
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items .7-13
Engine oil ..............................................................7-16
Checking the Engine Oil Level .....................................7-16
Changing the Engine Oil and Filter.............................7-17
Engine coolant......................................................7-18
Checking the Engine Coolant Level ............................7-18
Changing Engine Coolant ..............................................7-20
Brake/clutch fluid ................................................7-21
Checking the Brake/Clutch Fluid Level .....................7-21
Washer fluid .........................................................7-22
Checking the Washer Fluid Level................................7-22
Parking brake .......................................................7-22
Checking the Parking Brake .........................................7-22
Air cleaner ............................................................7-23
Filter Replacement ..........................................................7-23
Climate control air filter .....................................7-24
Filter Inspection ...............................................................7-24
Wiper blades .........................................................7-26
Blade Inspection ..............................................................7-26
Blade Replacement .........................................................7-26
Battery...................................................................7-28
For Best Battery Service ..............................................7-29
Battery Recharging ........................................................7-29
Reset Features.................................................................7-30
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Maintenance
Owner Maintenance Schedule
When you stop for fuel:
• Check the engine oil level.
Check the coolant level in the
engine coolant reservoir.
Check the windshield washer fluid
level.
Check the for low or under-inflated
tires.
While operating your vehicle:
Note any changes in the sound of
the exhaust or any smell of
exhaust fumes in the vehicle.
Check for vibrations in the steering
wheel. Notice if there is any
increased steering effort or loose-
ness in the steering wheel, or
change in its straight-ahead posi-
tion.
Notice if your vehicle constantly
turns slightly or "pulls" to one side
when traveling on smooth, level
road.
When stopping, listen and check
for unusual sounds, pulling to one
side, increased brake pedal travel
or "hard-to-push" brake pedal.
If any slipping or changes in the
operation of your transmission
occurs, check the transmission
fluid level.
Check the intelligent variable trans-
mission (IVT) P (Park) function.
Check the parking brake.
Check for fluid leaks under your
vehicle (water dripping from the air
conditioning system during or after
use is normal).
At least monthly:
Check coolant level in the engine
coolant reservoir.
Check the operation of all exterior
lights, including the brake lights,
turn signals and hazard warning
flashers.
Check the inflation pressures of all
tires including the spare for tires
that are worn, show uneven wear,
or are damaged.
Check for loose wheel lug nuts.
At least twice a year:
(i.e., every Spring and Autumn)
Check radiator, heater and air con-
ditioning hoses for leaks or dam-
age.
Check windshield washer spray
and wiper operation. Clean wiper
blades with a clean cloth damp-
ened with washer a fluid.
Check headlamp alignment.
Check muffler, exhaust pipes,
shields and clamps.
Check the seat belts for wear and
function. Be careful when checking your
engine coolant level when the
engine is hot. This may result in
coolant being blown out of the
opening and cause serious
burns and other injuries.
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Blade Inspection
Contamination of either the windshield
or the wiper blades with foreign matter
can reduce the effectiveness of the
windshield wiper functionality.
Common sources of contamination
are insects, tree sap, and hot wax
treatments used by some commercial
car washes. If the blades are not wip-
ing properly, clean both the window
and the blades with a clean cloth
dampened with washer fluid.
To prevent damage to the wiper
blades, arms or other compo-
nents, do not:
Use gasoline, kerosene, paint
thinner, or other solvents on or
near them.
Attempt to move the wipers
manually.
Use non-specified wiper blades.
Information
Commercial hot waxes applied by auto-
matic car washes have been known to
make the windshield difficult to clean.
Blade Replacement
When the wipers no longer clean
adequately, the blades may be worn
or cracked, and require replacement.
To prevent damage to the wiper
arms or other components, do not
attempt to move the wipers manu-
ally.
The use of a non-specified wiper
blade could result in wiper mal-
function and failure.
In order to prevent damage to
the hood and the wiper arms, the
wiper arms should only be lifted
when in the top wiping position.
Always return the wiper arms to
the windshield before driving.
Front windshield wiper blade
replacement
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1. Put the front windshield wipers
into the service position.
2. Raise the wiper arm and slightly
rotate the wiper blade assembly to
expose the plastic locking clip.
Do not allow the wiper arm to fall
against the windshield, since it
may chip or crack the windshield.
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Tire Terminology and Definitions ..............................7-40
Tire Traction ...............................................................7-36
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ...........................7-34
Wheel Replacement....................................................7-36
Towing ............................................................................6-21
Emergency Towing.....................................................6-23
Removable Towing Hook...........................................6-22
Tie-down Hook...........................................................6-24
Towing Service ...........................................................6-21
Trailer Towing.................................................................5-63
Trip Computer .................................................................3-77
Type A ........................................................................3-77
Type B ........................................................................3-81
Vehicle Certification Label ...............................................8-9
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...............................8-9
Vehicle load limit ............................................................5-58
Tire Loading Information Label.................................5-59
Volume and Weight ...........................................................8-5Washer fluid ....................................................................7-22
Checking the Washer Fluid Level ..............................7-22
Windows .........................................................................3-33
Manual windows ........................................................3-36
Power Windows..........................................................3-33
Windshield Defrosting and Defogging .........................3-115
Auto Defogging System
(Only for Automatic Climate Control System) .....3-118
Rear Window Defroster ............................................3-119
Winter driving .................................................................5-54
Snow or Icy Conditions..............................................5-54
Winter Precautions .....................................................5-56
Wiper blades ...................................................................7-26
Blade Inspection .........................................................7-26
Blade Replacement .....................................................7-26
Wipers and Washers ........................................................3-92
Windshield Washers ...................................................3-93
Windshield Wipers .....................................................3-92
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