User Guide
Front
Axle
When to Check and Change Lubricant
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how
often
to
check
the
lubricant and when to change it. See
"Scheduled Maintenance Services"
in
the Index.
How
to Check Lubricant
If
the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole.
you'll
need
to
add
some lubricant.
If
the differential is at operating temperature (warm),
add enough lubricant
to
raise
the
level
to
the bottom of
the filler plug hole.
If
the differential is cold, add enough lubricant to raise
the level
to
1/2 inch
(1
2
mm)
below the filler plug hole.
What to
Use
Refer
to
the Maintenance Schedule to determine what
kind
of
lubricant to use. See "Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants"
in
the Index.
Engine
Coolant
The cooling system
in
your
vehicle is filled
with
new
DEX-COOL
TM
(orange-colored, silicate-free) engine
coolant. This coolant is designed
to
remain
in
your
vehicle for
5
years or
100,000
miles
(1
66
000
km),
whichever occurs first.
The following explains
your
cooling system and
how
to add coolant when
it
is
low.
If
you have a problem
with engine overheating, see "Engine Overheating"
in
the Index.
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