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A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. SeeEngine Air
Cleaner/Filter on page 270.
B. Cooling Fans. SeeCooling System on
page 278.
C. Engine Oil Dipstick. See “Checking Engine Oil”
underEngine Oil on page 265.
D. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See “When to Add Engine
Oil” underEngine Oil on page 265.
E. Engine Coolant Surge Tank. SeeEngine
Coolant on page 272.
F. Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir. See″Brake
Fluid″underBrakes on page 284.
G. Battery. SeeBattery on page 287
H. Engine Compartment Fuse Block. SeeEngine
Compartment Fuse Block on page 346.
I. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See
“Adding Washer Fluid” underWindshield
Washer Fluid on page 282.Engine Oil
Checking Engine Oil
It is a good idea to check the engine oil every time
you get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading,
the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be
on level ground.
The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop.
SeeEngine Compartment Overview on page 264
for the location of the engine oil dipstick.
1. Turn off the engine and give the oil several
minutes to drain back into the oil pan. If you
do not do this, the oil dipstick might not
show the actual level.
2. Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper
towel or cloth, then push it back in all the
way. Remove it again, keeping the tip down,
and check the level.
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Tire Terminology and Denitions
Air Pressure:The amount of air inside the tire
pressing outward on each square inch of the
tire. Air pressure is expressed in pounds
per square inch (psi) or kilopascal (kPa).
Accessory Weight:This means the combined
weight of optional accessories. Some examples of
optional accessories are, automatic transmission,
power steering, power brakes, power windows,
power seats, and air conditioning.
Aspect Ratio:The relationship of a tire’s height
to its width.
Belt:A rubber coated layer of cords that is
located between the plies and the tread. Cords
may be made from steel or other reinforcing
materials.
Bead:The tire bead contains steel wires wrapped
by steel cords that hold the tire onto the rim.
Bias Ply Tire:A pneumatic tire in which the plies
are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees
to the centerline of the tread.Cold Tire Pressure:The amount of air pressure
in a tire, measured in pounds per square inch
(psi) or kilopascals (kPa) before a tire has built up
heat from driving. SeeInation - Tire Pressure
on page 304.
Curb Weight:The weight of a motor vehicle with
standard and optional equipment including the
maximum capacity of fuel, oil, and coolant,
but without passengers and cargo.
DOT Markings:A code molded into the sidewall
of a tire signifying that the tire is in compliance
with the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT)
motor vehicle safety standards. The DOT code
includes the Tire Identication Number (TIN),
an alphanumeric designator which can also identify
the tire manufacturer, production plant, brand,
and date of production.
GVWR:Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. See
Loading Your Vehicle on page 242.
GAWR FRT:Gross Axle Weight Rating for the
front axle. SeeLoading Your Vehicle on page 242.
GAWR RR:Gross Axle Weight Rating for the
rear axle. SeeLoading Your Vehicle on page 242.
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Ination - Tire Pressure
Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to
operate effectively.
Notice:Do not let anyone tell you that
under-ination or over-ination is all right. It is
not. If your tires do not have enough air
(under-ination), you can get the following:
Too much exing
Too much heat
Tire overloading
Premature or irregular wear
Poor handling
Reduced fuel economy
If your tires have too much air (over-ination),
you can get the following:
Unusual wear
Poor handling
Rough ride
Needless damage from road hazardsA vehicle specic Tire and Loading Information
label is attached to your vehicle. This label shows
your vehicle’s original equipment tires and the
correct ination pressures for your tires when they
are cold. The recommended cold tire ination
pressure, shown on the label, is the minimum
amount of air pressure needed to support
your vehicle’s maximum load carrying capacity.
For additional information regarding how much
weight your vehicle can carry, and an example of
the Tire and Loading Information label, see
Loading Your Vehicle on page 242. How you load
your vehicle affects vehicle handling and ride
comfort. Never load your vehicle with more weight
than it was designed to carry.
When to Check
Check your tires once a month or more.
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Capacities and Specications
The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. Please refer to
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 365for more information.
ApplicationCapacities
English Metric
Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134aFor the air conditioning system refrigerant charge
amount, see the refrigerant caution label located
under the hood. See your retailer for more
information.
Cooling System 8.1 qt 7.7 L
Transaxle (Bottom Pan Removal) 7.0 qt 6.6 L
Engine Oil with Filter 5.0 qt 4.7 L
Fuel Tank 16.3 gal 61.7 L
Wheel Nut Torque100 lb ft
140Y
All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to ll to the appropriate level, as recommended in this
manual.
Engine Specications
Engine VIN Code Transaxle Spark Plug Gap
2.4L L4 5 Automatic 0.040 inches (1.01 mm)
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Audio System (cont.)
Auto Stop Mode.......................................... 178
Automatic Climate Control System............... 154
Automatic Headlamp System....................... 150
Automatic Transaxle
Fluid........................................................ 272
Operation................................................. 116
B
Backglass Antenna...................................... 208
Battery........................................................ 287
Run-Down Protection............................... 152
Brake
Emergencies............................................ 217
Brakes........................................................ 284
Regenerative Braking............................... 119
System Warning Light.............................. 168
Braking....................................................... 214
Braking in Emergencies............................... 217
Break-In, New Vehicle................................. 107
Bulb Replacement....................................... 294
Halogen Bulbs......................................... 294
License Plate Lamps................................ 296
Replacement Bulbs.................................. 296Bulb Replacement (cont.)
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker,
Stoplamps, and Back-Up Lamps........... 294
Buying New Tires........................................ 312
C
California Fuel............................................. 256
California Proposition 65 Warning................ 254
Canadian Owners........................................... 3
Capacities and Specications...................... 351
Carbon Monoxide............... 97,123, 237, 250
Care of
Safety Belts............................................. 335
Your CD Player........................................ 207
Your CDs ................................................. 207
CD, MP3 ..................................................... 200
Center Console Storage Area...................... 132
Chains, Tire................................................. 319
Charge/Assist Gage..................................... 178
Charging System Light................................ 167
Check
Engine Light............................................ 172
Checking Things Under the Hood................ 262
Chemical Paint Spotting.............................. 339
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