General Maintenance

• Maintenance requirements very depending on the country.
• Check the maintenance schedule in the owner's manual supplement.
• Following the maintenance schedule is mandatory.
• Determine the appropriate time to service the vehicle using either miles driven or time elapsed, whichever reaches the specification first.
• Maintain similar intervals between periodic maintenance unless noted.
• Failing to check each vehicle part could lead to poor engine performance and increase exhaust emissions.

1. Check that there is sufficient fluid in the tank.

1. Check that the coolant level is between the "FULL" and "LOW" lines on the see-through reservoir.

1. Check that the front of the radiator is clean and free of leaves, dirt and bugs.
2. Check the hoses for cracks, kinks, rotting or loose connections.

1. Check that the electrolyte level of all the battery cells is between the upper and lower lines on the case.

   HINT:

   If the electrolyte level is difficult to see, lightly shake the vehicle.

1. Check that the brake fluid levels are near the upper level line on the see-through reservoirs.

1. Check the drive belt for fraying, cracks, wear or oiliness.

1. Check that the level of engine oil is between "F" and "L" on the dipstick with the engine turned off.

1. Check the level on the dipstick. The level should be in the "HOT" or "COLD" range depending on the fluid temperature.

HINT:

• Perform this check with the fluid at the normal driving temperature: 70 to 80°C (158 to 176°F).
• After extended driving under harsh conditions (high speeds, hot weather, heavy traffic or pulling a trailer), let the engine cool down for approximately 30 minutes before checking the fluid level.

1. Park the vehicle on a flat area.
2. With the engine idling and the parking brake applied, move the shift lever into all the positions from P to L. Then shift to the P position.
3. Pull out the dipstick and wipe off the fluid with a clean cloth. Re-insert the dipstick and check that the fluid level is in the "HOT" range.

1. Check for unusual exhaust sounds or abnormal exhaust fumes. Locate the cause and correct it.