Operation Manual

9 Technical and consumer information
Recommended fluids/lubricants and capacities .......9-2
Fuel recommendation ...........................9-5
Engine oil and oil filter recommendations ..........9-7
Air conditioner system refrigerant and oil
recommendations ..............................9-8
Specifications.....................................9-9
Engine ........................................9-9
Wheels and tires ..............................9-10
Dimensions and weights .......................9-10
When traveling or registering in another country......9-11
Vehicle identification ..............................9-11
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate .........9-11
Vehicle identification number
(chassis number) ..............................9-11
Engine serial number...........................9-12
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ..........9-12
Emission control information label ...............9-12
Tire and loading information label................9-13
Air conditioner specification label................9-13
Installing front license plate ........................9-13
Vehicle loading information ........................9-14
Terms ........................................9-14
Vehicle load capacity ..........................9-15
Loading tips ..................................9-17
Measurement of weights .......................9-17
Towing a trailer ...................................9-18
Flat towing....................................9-18
Uniform tire quality grading ........................9-18
Emission control system warranty ..................9-19
Reporting safety defects ..........................9-20
Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) test .....9-21
Event Data Recorders (EDR) (if so equipped)........9-21
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual order information . . . 9-22