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Maintenance
Owner maintenance schedule
When you stop for charging:
•  Check the coolant level in the coolant 
reservoir.
•  Check the windshield washer fluid 
level.
•  Check for low or under-inflated tires.
 WARNING
Be careful when checking 
your coolant level if the motor 
compartment is hot. This 
may result in coolant being 
blown out of the opening and 
cause serious burns and other 
injuries.
While operating your vehicle:
•  Check for vibrations in the steering 
wheel. Notice if there is any increased 
steering effort or looseness in the 
steering wheel, or change in its 
straight-ahead position.
•  Notice if your vehicle constantly turns 
slightly or “pulls” to one side when 
traveling on smooth, level road.
•  When stopping, listen and check for 
unusual sounds, pulling to one side, 
increased brake pedal travel or “hard-
to-push” brake pedal.
•  If any slipping or changes in the 
operation of your gear shift occurs, 
check the shift gear fluid level.
•  Check the shift gear P (Park) function.
•  Check the parking brake.
•  Check for fluid leaks under your 
vehicle (water dripping from the air 
conditioning system during or after 
use is normal).
At least monthly:
•  Check coolant level in the coolant 
reservoir.
•  Check the operation of all exterior 
lights, including the stoplights, turn 
signals and hazard warning flashers.
•  Check the inflation pressures of all 
tires including the spare (if equipped) 
for tires that are worn, show uneven 
wear, or are damaged.
•  Check for loose wheel bolts.
At least twice a year: (for example, 
every Spring and Autumn)
•  Check radiator, heater and air 
conditioning hoses for leaks or 
damage.
•  Check windshield washer spray and 
wiper operation. Clean wiper blades 
with a clean cloth dampened with 
washer fluid.
•  Check headlamp alignment.
•  Check the seat belts for wear and 
function.
At least once a year:
•  Clean body and door drain holes.
•  Lubricate door hinges and hood 
hinges.
•  Lubricate door and hood locks and 
latches.
•  Lubricate door rubber weather strips.
•  Check the air conditioning system.
•  Inspect and lubricate shift gear 
linkage and controls.
•  Clean the battery (12 V) and terminals.
•  Check the brake fluid level.