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Pontiac 2003 Montana Owner's Manual (482 pages)
Brand:
Pontiac
| Category:
Automobile
| Size: 23 MB
Table of Contents
Section Seats and Restraint Systems
8
Canadian Owners
3
How to Use this Manual
3
Safety Warnings and Symbols
4
Vehicle Damage Warnings
5
Vehicle Symbols
5
Table of Contents
8
Seats and Restraint Systems
8
Front Seats
10
Manual Seats
10
Six-Way Power Seats
11
Heated Seats
12
Reclining Seatbacks
12
Head Restraints
14
Rear Seats
15
Rear Seat Operation
15
Second Row Safety Belt Stowage
15
Flip and Fold Feature
15
Split Bench Seats
16
Removing the Split Bench Seat
18
Replacing the Split Bench Seats
19
Adjusting the Bucket Seats
22
Removing the Bucket Seats
24
Replacing the Bucket Seats
26
Captain Chairs
27
Folding or Reclining the Seatbacks
28
Removing the Captain's Chairs
29
Stowable Seat
32
Folding the Seatback
32
Removing the Stowable Seat
33
Replacing the Stowable Seat
33
Safety Belts
35
Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone
35
Why Safety Belts Work
36
Questions and Answers about Safety Belts
39
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
40
Driver Position
40
Lap-Shoulder Belt
40
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
43
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
49
Right Front Passenger Position
50
Center Passenger Position (Bucket Seat)
50
Center Passenger Position (Bench Seat)
52
Rear Seat Passengers
54
Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions
54
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults
57
Safety Belt Pretensioners
60
Safety Belt Extender
60
Child Restraints
61
Older Children
61
Infants and Young Children
63
Child Restraint Systems
66
Where to Put the Restraint
70
Top Strap
70
Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System)
73
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System
75
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position
76
Securing a Child Restraint in a
79
(Third Row Bench Seat)
79
Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Seat Position (Bucket Seat)
81
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position
83
Built-In Child Restraint
85
Securing a Child in the Built-In Child Restraint
87
Storing the Built-In Child Restraint
94
Air Bag Systems
97
Where Are the Air Bags
100
When Should an Air Bag Inflate
102
What Makes an Air Bag Inflate
103
How Does an Air Bag Restrain
103
What will You See after an Air Bag Inflates
104
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle
105
Restraint System Check
106
Checking Your Restraint Systems
106
Replacing Restraint System Parts after a Crash
106
Section 2 Features and Controls
108
Features and Controls
108
Keys
110
Remote Keyless Entry System
111
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation
112
Remote Alarm
113
Remote Power Sliding Door Operation
113
Matching Transmitter(S) to Your Vehicle
114
Battery Replacement
115
Doors and Locks
116
Power Door Locks
117
Last Door Closed Locking
118
Programmable Automatic Door Locks
118
Lockout Protection
119
Leaving Your Vehicle
119
Dual Sliding Doors
119
Sliding Door Lock
120
Canceling the Sliding Door Security Lock
121
Power Sliding Door (PSD)
122
Resetting the Power Sliding Door
126
Liftgate
127
Windows
129
Power Windows
130
Express-Down Window
130
Power Rear Quarter Windows
130
Sun Visors
131
Visor Vanity Mirror
131
Lighted Vanity Mirror
131
Theft-Deterrent Systems
132
Content Theft-Deterrent
132
Arming with the Power Lock Switch
132
Disarming with Your Key
133
PASS-Key@ Ill
134
PASS-Key@ I I I Operation
135
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
137
New Vehicle Break-In
137
Ignition Positions
137
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
138
Starting Your Engine
138
Engine Coolant Heater
139
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater
140
Automatic Transaxle Operation
140
Warm-Up Shift
142
Parking Brake
144
Shifting into Park (P)
145
Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running
146
Torque Lock
147
Shifting out of Park (P)
147
Parking over Things that Burn
148
Engine Exhaust
148
Running Your Engine While You Are Parked
149
Mirrors
150
Manual Rearview Mirror
150
Outside Power Mirrors
150
Outside Convex Mirror
151
Outside Heated Mirrors
151
Onstar System
152
Onstar Services
152
Onstar@ Personal Calling
153
Onstar* Virtual Advisor
153
Homelink@ Transmitter
154
Programming the Homelink Transmitter
154
Gate Operator and Canadian Programming
156
Using Homelink
156
Erasing Homelink Buttons
156
Reprogramming a Single Homelink Button
157
Resetting Defaults
157
Compact Overhead Console
158
Cupholder(S)
158
Glove Box
158
Storage Areas
158
Overhead Console
159
Garage Door Opener Compartment
159
Front Seat Storage Net
161
Luggage Carrier
161
Convenience Net
163
Rear Storage Area
163
Replacing the Convenience Center
165
Removing the Convenience Center
165
Vehicle Personalization
167
Delayed Illumination and Exit Lighting
168
Entering Programming Mode
168
Automatic Door Locks
169
Last Door Locking and Lockout Deterrent
170
Remote Driver Unlock Control
171
Remote Lock and Unlock Confirmation
172
Content Theft-Deterrent System
173
Arming and Disarming the Content Theft-Deterrent System
174
Exiting Programming Mode
176
Instrument Panel 3
178
Instrument Panel Overview
178
Horn
183
Other Warning Devices
183
Tilt Wheel
183
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
184
Turn Signavmultifunction Lever
184
Windshield Washer
186
Cruise Control
187
Setting Cruise Control
188
Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control
189
Resuming a Set Speed
189
Exterior Lamps
190
Lamps on Reminder
191
Fog Lamps
192
Interior Lamps
192
Entry Lighting
193
Interior Lamps Override
193
Delayed Lighting
194
Exit Lighting
194
Cargo Lamp
195
Front Reading Lamps
195
Rear Reading Lamps
195
Battery Run-Down Protection
196
Instrument Panel Switchbank
196
Switchbanks
196
Overhead Console Switchbank
197
Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA)
197
How the System Works
198
Accessory Power Outlets
199
Climate Controls
201
Climate Control System
201
Operation
201
Defogging and Defrosting
203
Rear Window Defogger
203
Outlet Adjustment
204
Operation Tips
204
Rear Climate Control System (Without Entertainment System)
204
Selecting the Fan Speed
205
Setting the Temperature
206
Rear Air Outlets
206
(With Entertainment System)
206
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
209
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators
211
Instrument Panel Cluster
212
Speedometer and Odometer
213
Dual Trip Odometers
213
Retro-Active Reset
214
Tachometer
214
Safety Belt Reminder Light
215
Air Bag Readiness Light
215
Brake System Warning Light
216
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
217
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light
218
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
219
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
219
If the Light Is Flashing
221
If the Light Is on Steady
222
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
223
Fuel Gage
224
Message Center
225
Service Traction System Warning Message
225
Traction Active Message
226
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Message
226
Charging System Indicator Message
227
Low Oil Pressure Message
227
Low Engine Oil Level Message
228
Change Engine Oil Message
228
Power Sliding Door Warning Message
229
Door Ajar Warning Message
230
Rear Hatch Ajar Warning Message
230
PASS-Key@ Ill Security Message
231
All-Wheel Drive Disable Warning Message
231
Low Fuel Warning Message
232
Driver Information Center (DIC)
233
Compass Variance
234
Automatic Compass Calibration
234
Manual Compass Calibration
235
Error Displays
235
Resetting the Trip Computer
235
Audio System(S)
236
Setting the Time
236
Radio with CD
237
Playing the Radio
237
Finding a Station
238
Setting Preset Stations
238
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)
239
Using RDS
240
Finding a PTY Station
240
Setting Preset Ptys
241
Rds Messages
241
Radio Messages
242
Playing a Compact Disc
242
Compact Disc Messages
244
Radio with Cassette and CD
244
Playing a Cassette Tape
249
Cassette Tape Messages
251
CD Adapter Kits
251
Using Song List Mode
262
Entertainment System
264
Before You Drive
264
Rear Seat Audio (RSA) (Without Entertainment System)
265
Battery Replacement
265
Stereo RCA Jacks
266
Audio Speakers
266
Video Screen
267
DVD Player
268
Playing a Disc
268
Ejecting a Disc
269
Remote Control Buttons
269
Rear Seat Audio (Rsa)
271
Rear Seat Radio Controls
271
Primary Radio Controls
271
Rear Seat Audio (RSA) (with Entertainment System)
273
Theft-Deterrent Feature
274
Audio Steering Wheel Controls
275
DVD Distortion
275
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player
276
Understanding Radio Reception
276
Care of Your CD and DVD Player
277
Care of Your Cds and Dvds
277
Cleaning the Video Screen
277
Cleaning Your DVD Player
277
Fixed Mast Antenna
277
Driving Your Vehicle Section 4
278
Driving Your Vehicle
278
Defensive Driving
279
Drunken Driving
279
Your Driving. the Road. and Your Vehicle
279
Control of a Vehicle
282
Braking
283
Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
283
Using Anti-Lock
286
Braking in Emergencies
286
Traction Control System (TCS)
286
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System
288
Steering
288
Steering in Emergencies
289
Off-Road Recovery
290
Passing
291
Loss of Control
292
Driving at Night
293
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads
295
Driving through Deep Standing Water
297
Some Other Rainy Weather Tips
297
City Driving
298
Freeway Driving
299
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
300
Highway Hypnosis
301
Hill and Mountain Roads
301
Winter Driving
303
Driving on Snow or Ice
303
If You're Caught in a Blizzard
305
If You Are Stuck: in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow
307
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It out
308
Recreational Vehicle Towing
309
Dinghy Towing
310
Dolly Towing
310
Towing
309
Towing Your Vehicle
309
Loading Your Vehicle
311
Automatic Level Control
312
If You Do Decide to Pull a Trailer
313
Weight of the Trailer
314
Weight of the Trailer Tongue
315
Total Weight on Your Vehicle's Tires
315
Safety Chains
316
Trailer Brakes
316
Driving with a Trailer
317
Following Distance
317
Making Turns
318
Turns Signals When Towing a Trailer
318
Driving on Grades
318
Parking on Hills
319
When You Are Ready to Leave after Parking on a Hill
319
Maintenance When Trailer Towing
320
Trailer Wiring Harness
320
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care
322
Service and Appearance Care
322
Service
324
Doing Your Own Service Work
325
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle
325
Fuel
326
Gasoline Octane
326
Gasoline Specifications
326
California Fuel
327
Additives
327
Fuels in Foreign Countries
327
Filling Your Tank
328
Checking Things under the Hood
331
Hood Release
331
Engine Oil
334
Checking Engine Oil
335
When to Add Engine Oil
336
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use
337
Engine Oil Additives
338
How to Reset the Change Engine Oil Message
339
What to Do with Used Oil
339
Engine Air Cleanedfilter
339
Automatic Transaxle Fluid
341
How to Check
341
Checking the Fluid Level
342
How to Add Fluid
343
Engine Coolant
344
What to Use
345
Checking Coolant
345
Adding Coolant
346
Radiator Pressure Cap
347
Engine Overheating
347
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
347
If Steam Is Coming from Your Engine
348
If no Steam Is Coming from Your Engine
349
Cooling System
350
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator
355
Power Steering Fluid
358
Windshield Washer Fluid
359
Brakes
360
Brake Wear
362
Brake Pedal Travel
363
Brake Adjustment
363
Replacing Brake System Parts
363
Vehicle Storage
364
Jump Starting
364
All-Wheel Drive
370
How to Check Lubricant
371
Bulb Replacement
372
Headlamps
372
Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and Parking Lamps
374
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-Up Lamps
376
Replacement Bulbs
377
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
378
Tires
380
Inflation - Tire Pressure
381
When to Check
381
Tire Inspection and Rotation
381
When It Is Time for New Tires
383
Buying New Tires
384
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
385
Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature a
385
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
386
Wheel Replacement
386
Used Replacement Wheels
387
Tire Chains
387
Accessory Inflator
388
If a Tire Goes Flat
389
Changing a Flat Tire
390
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
391
Secondary Latch System
394
Removing the Wheel Covers
396
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire
397
Storing the Spare Tire and Tools
402
Compact Spare Tire
405
Appearance Care
406
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
406
Using Cleaner on Fabric
407
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems
407
Top of the Instrument Panel
408
Care of Safety Belts and Built-In Child Restraint Harness
409
Weatherstrips
409
Washing Your Vehicle
409
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
410
Finish Care
410
Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades
410
Aluminum Wheels
411
Sheet Metal Damage
411
Finish Damage
411
Underbody Maintenance
412
Chemical Paint Spotting
412
GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
413
GM Vehicle Carelappearance Materials
414
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
415
Engine Identification
415
Service Parts Identification Label
415
Electrical System
416
Add-On Electrical Equipment
416
Headlamp Wiring
416
Windshield Wiper Fuses
416
Power Windows and Other Power Options
416
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
416
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
417
Capacities and Specifications
422
Engine Specifications
423
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
424
Maintenance Schedule Section 6
426
Maintenance Schedule
426
Maintenance Requirements
427
Your Vehicle and the Environment
427
How this Section Is Organized
428
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services
429
Using Your Maintenance Schedule
429
Scheduled Maintenance
430
Engine Oil and Chassis Lubrication Scheduled Maintenance
430
At each Fuel Fill
434
At Least Once a Month
434
Part B: Owner Checks and Services
434
At Least Twice a Year
435
At Least Once a Year
436
Body Lubrication Service
436
Ignition Transaxle Lock Check
437
Underbody Flushing Service
438
Engine Cooling System Inspection
439
Exhaust System Inspection
439
Fuel System Inspection
439
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections
439
Steering. Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection
439
Brake System Inspection
440
Throttle System Inspection
440
Transfer Case (Power Transfer Unit) and Carrier Assembly-Differential (Rear Drive Module) All-Wheel Drive Inspection
440
Part E: Maintenance Record
443
Customer Assistance Information
446
Customer Assistance Information
447
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
447
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users
448
Customer Assistance Offices
448
All Overseas Locations
449
GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities
450
Roadside Assistance Program
450
Canadian Roadside Assistance
451
Courtesy Transportation
452
Plan Ahead When Possible
452
Transportation Options
452
Courtesy Rental Vehicle
453
Additional Program Information
453
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government
454
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government
454
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors
454
Service Publications Ordering Information
455
Current and Past Model Order Forms
456
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Pontiac 2003 Montana Owner's Manual (460 pages)
Brand:
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| Category:
Automobile
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Table of Contents
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems
8
Canadian Owners
2
How to Use this Manual
2
Vehicle Symbols
4
Seats and Restraint Systems
7
Table of Contents
8
Front Seats
9
Rear Seats
12
Split Bench Seats
13
Flip and Fold Feature
13
Removing the Split Bench Seat
15
Replacing the Split Bench Seats
17
Bucket Seats
19
Removing the Bucket Seats
22
Replacing the Bucket Seats
24
Captain Chairs
26
Folding the Seatback
30
Stowable Seat
30
Replacing the Stowable Seat
32
Safety Belts
33
Why Safety Belts Work
35
Questions and Answers about Safety Belts
38
Driver Position
39
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
39
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
42
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
48
Rear Seat Passengers
53
Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions
53
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults
56
Safety Belt Extender
58
Safety Belt Pretensioners
58
Child Restraints
59
Infants and Young Children
61
Child Restraint Systems
65
Where to Put the Restraint
68
Top Strap
69
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position
74
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the Latch System
74
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position
81
Air Bag Systems
95
Where Are the Air Bags
98
When Should an Air Bag Inflate
100
What Makes an Air Bag Inflate
100
How Does an Air Bag Restrain
101
What will You See after an Air Bag Inflates
101
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle
103
Restraint System Check
103
Checking Your Restraint Systems
103
Replacing Restraint System Parts after a Crash
104
Section 2 Features and Controls
105
Features and Controls
105
Keys
107
Remote Keyless Entry System
109
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation
110
Remote Alarm
111
Remote Power Sliding Door Operation
111
Battery Replacement
112
Doors and Locks
113
Door Locks
113
Power Door Locks
114
Last Door Closed Locking
115
Programmable Automatic Door Locks
115
Sliding Door Delayed Locking
116
Lockout Protection
116
Leaving Your Vehicle
116
Dual Sliding Doors
116
Sliding Door Lock
117
Sliding Door Security Lock
118
Power Sliding Door (PSD)
119
Liftgate
124
Resetting the Power Sliding Door
124
Windows
126
Power Windows
127
Power Rear Quarter Windows
127
Sun Visors
128
Theft-Deterrent Systems
130
PASS-Key ® III
130
Disarming with Your Key
130
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
132
New Vehicle Break-In
132
Ignition Positions
132
Starting Your Engine
133
Engine Coolant Heater
134
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater
135
Automatic Transaxle Operation
135
Parking Brake
139
Shifting into Park (P)
140
Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running
141
Shifting out of Park (P)
142
Torque Lock
142
Parking over Things that Burn
143
Engine Exhaust
143
Running Your Engine While You Are Parked
144
Mirrors
145
Manual Rearview Mirror
145
Outside Power Mirrors
145
Outside Convex Mirror
145
Outside Heated Mirrors
146
Onstar System
146
Homelink Transmitter
147
Programming the Homelink
148
Transmitter
148
Gate Operator and Canadian Programming
150
Using Homelink
150
Storage Areas
151
Glove Box
151
Cupholder(S)
151
Compact Overhead Console
152
Overhead Console
152
Front Seat Storage Net
154
Luggage Carrier
155
Rear Storage Area
157
Convenience Net
157
Convenience Center
158
Removing the Convenience Center
159
Replacing the Convenience Center
159
Vehicle Personalization
160
Entering Programming Mode
161
Delayed Illumination and Exit Lighting
161
Automatic Door Locks
162
Last Door Locking and Lockout Deterrent
163
Remote Driver Unlock Control
164
Remote Lock and Unlock Confirmation
165
Content Theft-Deterrent System
167
Arming and Disarming the Content
168
Theft-Deterrent System
168
Exiting Programming Mode
169
Section 3 Instrument Panel
171
Instrument Panel
171
Instrument Panel Overview
174
Hazard Warning Flashers
176
Other Warning Devices
176
Horn
177
Tilt Wheel
177
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
177
Windshield Wipers
179
Windshield Washer
179
Cruise Control
180
Exterior Lamps
184
Lamps on Reminder
184
Fog Lamps
185
Interior Lamps
186
Instrument Panel Brightness
186
Dome Lamp
186
Entry Lighting
187
Delayed Lighting
187
Exit Lighting
187
Rear Reading Lamps
188
Front Reading Lamps
188
Cargo Lamp
188
Switchbanks
189
Instrument Panel Switchbank
189
Overhead Console Switchbank
190
Ultrasonic Rear Parking
190
Assist (URPA)
190
How the System Works
191
Accessory Power Outlets
192
Climate Controls
193
Climate Control System
193
Defogging and Defrosting
195
Rear Window Defogger
196
Outlet Adjustment
196
Operation Tips
196
Rear Climate Control System
197
Entertainment System)
199
Rear Climate Control System
199
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
201
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators
203
Instrument Panel Cluster
204
Speedometer and Odometer
205
Dual Trip Odometers
205
Tachometer
206
Safety Belt Reminder Light
207
Air Bag Readiness Light
207
Brake System Warning Light
208
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
209
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light
209
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
210
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
211
If the Light Is on Steady
212
If the Light Is Flashing
212
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
213
Fuel Gage
214
Message Center
214
Service Traction System Warning Message
215
Traction Active Message
215
Message
215
Charging System Indicator Message
216
Low Oil Pressure Message
217
Low Engine Oil Level Message
217
Change Engine Oil Message
218
Power Sliding Door Warning Message
218
Door Ajar Warning Message
219
Rear Hatch Ajar Warning Message
219
All-Wheel Drive Disable Warning Message
220
Low Fuel Warning Message
220
Driver Information Center (DIC)
221
Audio System(S)
223
Setting the Time
224
Radio with CD
224
Radio with Cassette and CD
231
Playing a Cassette Tape
236
Cassette Tape Messages
238
CD Adapter Kits
238
Radio with Six-Disc CD
241
Using Song List Mode
249
Before You Drive
251
Stereo Rca Jacks
253
Video Screen
253
DVD Player
254
Remote Control
256
Entertainment System
258
Rear Seat Audio (RSA) (Without
258
Rear Seat Audio (RSA) (with
260
Audio Steering Wheel Controls
262
DVD Distortion
263
Understanding Radio Reception
263
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player
263
Care of Your Cds and Dvds
265
Care of Your CD and DVD Player
265
Cleaning Your DVD Player
265
Cleaning the Video Screen
265
Fixed Mast Antenna
265
Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle
267
Driving Your Vehicle
267
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle
268
Defensive Driving
268
Drunken Driving
268
Control of a Vehicle
271
Braking
272
Traction Control System (TCS)
274
Braking in Emergencies
274
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System
276
Steering
276
Power Steering
276
Steering Tips
276
Steering in Emergencies
277
Off-Road Recovery
278
Passing
279
Loss of Control
280
Driving at Night
282
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads
283
Driving through Flowing Water
285
Some Other Rainy Weather Tips
285
Driving through Deep Standing Water
285
City Driving
286
Freeway Driving
287
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
288
Highway Hypnosis
289
Hill and Mountain Roads
290
Winter Driving
292
Driving on Snow or Ice
292
If You Are Stuck: in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow
293
Towing
297
Towing Your Vehicle
297
Recreational Vehicle Towing
297
Dinghy Towing
298
Loading Your Vehicle
298
Dolly Towing
298
Automatic Level Control
300
Towing a Trailer
300
If You Do Decide to Pull a Trailer
301
P.O. Box
302
Safety Chains
303
Trailer Brakes
304
Driving with a Trailer
304
Making Turns
305
Following Distance
305
Parking on Hills
306
Driving on Grades
306
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care
309
Service and Appearance Care
309
Service
311
Doing Your Own Service Work
311
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your
312
Fuel
312
Gasoline Octane
312
Gasoline Specifications
313
California Fuel
313
Additives
313
Fuels in Foreign Countries
314
Filling Your Tank
315
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
317
Checking Things under the Hood
318
Hood Release
319
Engine Compartment Overview
320
Engine Oil
321
Checking Engine Oil
322
When to Add Engine Oil
323
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use
324
Engine Oil Additives
325
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
326
What to Do with Used Oil
326
Automatic Transaxle Fluid
328
Engine Coolant
330
What Engine Coolant to Use
331
Checking Coolant
332
Radiator Pressure Cap
333
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
333
Engine Overheating
333
If Steam Is Coming from Your Engine
334
If no Steam Is Coming from Your Engine
335
Cooling System
336
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator
340
Power Steering Fluid
344
Windshield Washer Fluid
345
Brakes
346
Brake Fluid
346
Brake Wear
348
Battery
349
Replacing Brake System Parts
349
Vehicle Storage
350
Jump Starting
350
All-Wheel Drive
356
Bulb Replacement
358
Halogen Bulbs
358
Headlamps
358
Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and Parking Lamps
360
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-Up Lamps
362
Replacement Bulbs
363
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
364
Tires
365
Inflation -- Tire Pressure
366
When to Check
366
How to Check
366
Tire Inspection and Rotation
366
When It Is Time for New Tires
368
Buying New Tires
368
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
369
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
370
Wheel Replacement
371
Used Replacement Wheels
372
Tire Chains
372
Accessory Inflator
372
If a Tire Goes Flat
374
Changing a Flat Tire
375
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
376
Removing the Wheel Covers
382
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools
387
Storing the Spare Tire and Tools
388
Compact Spare Tire
391
Appearance Care
392
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
392
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems
393
Using Cleaner on Fabric
393
Cleaning Vinyl
394
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel
394
Cleaning Interior Plastic Components
394
Cleaning Leather
394
Cleaning Glass Surfaces
394
Care of Safety Belts and Built-In Child Restraint Harness
395
Weatherstrips
395
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle
395
Washing Your Vehicle
396
Finish Care
396
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
397
Cleaning Tires
397
Sheet Metal Damage
398
Finish Damage
398
Underbody Maintenance
398
Chemical Paint Spotting
398
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
399
Vehicle Identification
400
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
400
Service Parts Identification Label
400
Electrical System
401
Add-On Electrical Equipment
401
Headlamp Wiring
401
Windshield Wiper Fuses
401
Power Windows and Other Power Options
401
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
401
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
402
Underhood Fuse Block
405
Capacities and Specifications
408
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
409
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule
411
Introduction
412
Maintenance Requirements
412
Maintenance Schedule
412
Your Vehicle and the Environment
412
How this Section Is Organized
413
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services
414
Using Your Maintenance Schedule
414
Scheduled Maintenance
415
At each Fuel Fill
420
Cassette Tape Player Service
420
At Least Once a Month
420
At Least Twice a Year
420
Engine Oil Level Check
420
Engine Coolant Level Check
420
Wiper Blade Check
421
Part B: Owner Checks and Services
420
At Least Once a Year
421
Key Lock Cylinders Service
421
Body Lubrication Service
421
Weatherstrip Lubrication
421
Starter Switch Check
422
Ignition Transaxle Lock Check
423
Underbody Flushing Service
423
Engine Cooling System Inspection
424
Exhaust System Inspection
424
Fuel System Inspection
424
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections
424
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection
424
All-Wheel Drive Inspection
425
Brake System Inspection
425
Throttle System Inspection
425
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
426
Part E: Maintenance Record
428
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