Specifications

Once a Month
•
Tire inflation check. See Inflation - Tire Pressure on
page 6-51.
• Tire wear inspection. See Tire Inspection and
Rotation on page 6-57.
Once a Year
•
Starter switch check. See Owner Checks and
Services on page 7-8.
• Parking brake and automatic transmission P (Park)
mechanism check. See Owner Checks and
Services on page 7-8.
• Automatic transmission shiftlock control system
check. See Owner Checks and Services on
page 7-8.
• Ignition transmission lock check. See Owner
Checks and Services on page 7-8.
• Engine cooling system and pressure cap pressure
check. Radiator and air conditioning condenser
outside cleaning. See Cooling System on
page 6-24.
• Exhaust system and nearby heat shields inspection
for loose or damaged components.
• Throttle system inspection for interference, binding
or for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as
needed. Replace any components that have
high effort or excessive wear. Do not lubricate
accelerator or cruise control cables.
• If the vehicle has a Tire Sealant and Compressor
Kit, check the sealant expiration date printed on
the instruction label of the kit. See Tire Sealant and
Compressor Kit on page 6-67.
First Engine Oil Change After Every
40 000 km/25,000 Miles
•
Fuel system inspection for damage or leaks.
First Engine Oil Change After Every
80 000 km/50,000 Miles
•
Engine air cleaner filter replacement. See Engine
Air Cleaner/Filter on page 6-21.
• 2.4L Engine Only: Automatic transmission fluid and
filter change (severe service only) for vehicles
mainly driven in heavy city traffic in hot weather, in
hilly or mountainous terrain, when frequently
towing a trailer, or used for taxi, police, or delivery
service. See Automatic Transmission Fluid on
page 6-23.
7-5