How
to
Add
Fluid
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what
kind of transaxle fluid to use. See “Recommended
Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index.
If
the fluid level is low, add only enough
of
the proper
fluid to bring the level into the cross-hatched area on
the dipstick.
1.
Pull out the dipstick.
2. Using a long-neck funnel, add enough fluid at the
dipstick hole to bring it to the proper level. It doesn’t
take much fluid, generally less
than
one pint
(0.5
L).
Don
’t
ove
ell.
NOTICE:
’
We recommend you use only fluid labeled
DEXR0N’-111, because fluid with that label
is
made especially for your automatic transaxle.
Damage caused by fluid other than DEXRON-I11
is not covered by your new vehicle warranty.
3.
After adding fluid, recheck the fluid level as
described under
“How
to Check.”
4. When the correct fluid level is obtained, push the
dipstick back in all the way.
Engine Coolant
The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with
DEX-COOL@ engine coolant. This coolant
is
designed
to remain in your vehicle for
5
years or
150,000
miles
(240
000
km),
whichever occurs first, if you add only
DEX-COOL@ extended life coolant.
The following explains your cooling system and how
to add coolant when it is low. If you have a problem
with engine overheating, see “Engine Overheating” in
the Index.
A
50/50
mixture of water and DEX-COOL@
coolant will:
0
Give freezing protection down to -34°F (-37°C).
0
Give boiling protection up to
265
“F
(129
“C).
Protect against rust and corrosion.
Help keep the proper engine temperature.
Let the warning lights and gages work as
they should.
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