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Does your vehicle need
repairing?
IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
Power steering fluid level
Be on the alert for changes in perfor-
mance, sounds, and visual tip−offs that
indicate service is needed. Some impor-
tant clues are as follows:
Check the level through the reservoir. The
level should be in the ”HOT” or ”COLD”
range depending on the fluid temperature.
See Chapter 7−2 for additional information.
Items listed below should be checked
from time to time, e.g. each time when
refueling.
D Engine missing, stumbling, or pinging
D Appreciable loss of power
D Strange engine noises
Washer fluid
Exhaust system
Make sure there is sufficient fluid in the
tank. See Chapter 7−3 for additional infor-
mation.
If you notice any change in the sound of
the exhaust or smell exhaust fumes, have
the cause located and corrected immedi-
ately. (See engine exhaust cautions in
Part 2.)
D A leak under the vehicle (however, wa-
ter dripping from the air conditioning
after use is normal.)
Engine coolant level
Make sure the coolant level is between
the ”FULL” and ”LOW” lines on the see−
through reservoir when the engine is cold.
See Chapter 7−2 for additional information.
D Change in exhaust sound (This may
indicate a dangerous carbon monoxide
leak. Drive with the windows open and
have the exhaust system checked im-
mediately.)
Battery electrolyte level
Make sure the electrolyte level of all bat-
tery cells is between upper and lower lev-
el lines on the case. Add only distilled
water when replenishing. See Chapter 7−3
for additional information.
D Flat−looking tire; excessive tire squeal
when cornering; uneven tire wear
D Vehicle pulls to one side when driving
straight on a level road
Brake fluid level
Make sure the brake fluid level is correct.
See Chapter 7−2 for additional information.
D Strange noises related to suspension
movement
Engine oil level
D Loss of brake effectiveness; spongy
feeling brake or clutch pedal; pedal al-
most touches floor; vehicle pulls to one
side when braking
Check the level on the dipstick with the
engine turned off and the vehicle parked
on a level spot. See Chapter 7−2 for addi-
tional information.
D Engine coolant temperature continually
higher than normal
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