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Preventive
Maintenance
The vehicle's fluids are very important and should be checked
regularly. These fluids include the following:
Brake Fluid This check is done by loosening the clip on the
master cylinder and removing the lid. If fluid is needed,
consult the vehicle owner's manual for correct type and fill to
recommended level.
Engine Oil Correct engine oil level should be maintained to
assure proper lubrication of your vehicle's engine. It is best
to check engine oil level approximately five minutes after a
fully warmed up engine is turned off or before starting the
engine after is has sat for a long period of time. Remove the
engine oil dipstick, wipe the dipstick clean with a lint-free
cloth or paper towel. Reinsert dipstick until it fully seats in
its tube. Remove dipstick and read oil level. Add oil only when
the level is at or below the ADD OIL mark.
Power Steering Fluid This check is done by removing and
checking the dipstick. NOTE: The dipstick is attached to the cap
of the power steering fluid reservoir. Use the dipstick to check
fluid level in the same manner as you would check engine oil.
Transmission/Transaxle Fluid This check should be done while
the engine is running in neutral with the parking brake securely
set. The transmission should be at operating temperature. Remove
dipstick, wipe clean, insert and remove again to check fluid
level.
CAUTION:
DO NOT OVERFILL!
Windshield Washer Solvent This check should be done by
removing the cap and reservoir and refilling with solvent.
Antifreeze This check is done by removing the radiator cap
from the cool engine and refilling, if needed, with antifreeze. |
