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LOW OIL LEVEL
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For correct operation
of the low oil sensing
system, the vehicle should be
on a level surface. A false LOW OIL LEVEL mcssage may appear if the
vehicle is parked on grades. The oil level sensing svstem does not check
for actual oil level if the engine has been off for a short period of time,
and the oil level is never sensed while the engine is running. I f the LOW
OIL LEVEL message appears, and your vehicle
has
been parked on levcl
ground with the engine off for at least 30 minutcs, vour oil level should be
checked by observing the oil dipstick. Prior to cheiking your oil level be
sure your engine has been off for five minutes and your vehicle is on a
level surface. Then check
your
dipstick and add oil if necessary. See
"Engine Oil" in the Index.
CHECK WASHER FLUID
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25
This message will appear for
a few
seconds indicating that you need
washer solvent.
CHANGE OIL SOON
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40
This message will appear when you have used 90%- of the engine oil's
expected life, based on your driving patterns.
CHANGE ENGINE OIL
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82
This means that the life of your engine o i l has expired and it should be
changed within 300 miles. See enginc oil and filter recommendations in
the Maintenance Schedule. After an oil change the Oil Life Index must be
reset. See "Oil Life Indicator" i n the Index on how to reset it.
CRUISE ENGAGED
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43
This message will appear for a few seconds when you select
a speed at
which to cruise.
ENGINE COOLANT HOT
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This message will appcar whcn your engine coolant temperature is over
248' F (126" C). To avoid added strain on a hot engine turn off your
Climate Control system. Stop and allow
your vehicle
to idle until*it
cools
down or the message is removed. If it does m t cool down, turn off your
engine and have it sewiced before driving it again. Severe engine damage
can result from an overheated engine. See "Engine Overheating" in the
Index.
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