Lubricant Selection
Use only the manufacturers recommended transmission fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information.
Fluid Level Check
Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug. The fluid level should be between the bottom of the fill hole and a point not more than 3/16 in (4.7 mm) below the bottom of the hole.
Add fluid, if necessary, to maintain the proper level.
Frequency Of Fluid Change
Under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at the factory will give satisfactory lubrication for the life of the vehicle. Fluid changes are not necessary unless lubricant has become contaminated with water.
NOTE: If contaminated with water, the fluid should be changed immediately.
See also:
Automatic Transmission — If Equipped
CAUTION!
Damage to the transmission may occur if the following precautions are not
observed:
• Move the shift lever into PARK only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop.
• Shift into o ...
25. Temperature Gauge
The temperature digital scale shows engine coolant temperature.
Any reading within the normal range indicates that the engine cooling system
is operating satisfactorily.
The gauge pointer will lik ...
High Beams
With the low beams activated, push the multifunction lever towards the instrument
panel to turn on the high beams. Pull the multifunction lever toward the steering
wheel to turn off the high bea ...