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:
Jacking the car
WITH THE JACK
See “If a tyre is punctured” in this section.
WITH A SHOP JACK
From the front
Jack up the car only by positioning the jack arm at the gearbox/differential
and placing a rubber ...
Tread Wear Indicators
Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires to help you in determining
when your tires should be replaced.
1 — Worn Tire
2 — New Tire
These indicators are molded into the bottom o ...
Low battery charge
(red)
Turning the ignition key to MAR the warning light turns on, but it should go
out as soon as the engine is started (with the engine running at idle speed a brief
delay in going out is allo ...