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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

If a scheduled oil change is performed by someone

other than your authorized dealer, the message can be

reset by referring to the steps described under “Instru-

ment Cluster Display” in “Understanding Your Instru-

ment Panel” for further information.

Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change

indicator system. The oil change indicator system will

remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for

scheduled maintenance.

NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change

intervals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km), twelve

months or 350 hours of engine run time, whichever

comes first. The 350 hours of engine run or idle time is

generally only a concern for fleet customers.

Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change

indicator message will illuminate. This means that

service is required for your vehicle. Operating condi-

tions such as frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely

hot or cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage

will influence when the “Change Oil” or “Oil Change

Required” message is displayed. Severe Operating Con-

ditions can cause the change oil message to illuminate

as early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km) since last reset. Have

your vehicle serviced as soon as possible, within the

next 500 miles (805 km).

Severe Duty All Models

Change Engine Oil at 4,000 miles (6,500 km) if the

vehicle is operated in a dusty and off road environment

or is operated predominantly at idle or only very low

engine RPM’s. This type of vehicle use is considered

Severe Duty.

Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indica-

tor message after completing the scheduled oil change.

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Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:

Check engine oil level.

Maintenance Chart

Required Maintenance Intervals

Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following

page for the required maintenance intervals.

Check windshield washer fluid level.

Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual

wear or damage.

At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil

Change Indicator System:

Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir and brake

master cylinder, and fill as needed.

Change oil and filter.

Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular

wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator

system turns on.

Check function of all interior and exterior lights.

Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals

as required.

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Inspect brake pads, rotors, drums and park brake.

Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses.

Inspect exhaust system.

Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or

off-road conditions.

Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following

pages for the required maintenance intervals.

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Mileage or time passed

(whichever comes first)

Or Years:

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

Or Kilometers:

Additional Inspections

Inspect the CV joints.

X

Inspect front suspension, tie rod

ends and boot seals, and

replace if necessary.

X

Inspect the brake linings.

Replace as necessary.

X

Inspect park brake function.

Adjust as necessary.

Additional Maintenance

Replace engine air filter.

Replace cabin air filter.

X

Clean and lube sun roof tracks.

X

Replace spark plugs

(1.4L Engine). **

X

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Mileage or time passed

(whichever comes first)

Or Years:

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

Or Kilometers:

Flush and replace the engine

coolant at 10 years or

150,000 miles (240,000 km)

whichever comes first.

X

Inspect and replace PCV valve if

necessary.

X

8

Replaced accessory drive belt

and tensioner.

Replace the timing belt.

X

** The spark plug change interval is mileage based

only, yearly intervals do not apply.

WARNING! (Continued)

If you have any doubt about your ability to

perform a service job, take your vehicle to a

competent mechanic.

WARNING!

• You can be badly injured working on or around a

motor vehicle. Do only service work for which

you have the knowledge and the right equipment.

• Failure to properly inspect and maintain your

vehicle could result in a component malfunction

and effect vehicle handling and performance.

This could cause an accident.

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