CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Caution: Make sure cleaning solutions are not
harmful to painted surfaces. Read the
manufacturer's instructions before using.
Caution: Do not spray water jet directly into
fresh air inlet dampers.
Caution: Do not aim high pressure water jet at
radiator doors. This could damage the radiator
fins.
To prevent corrosion, remove caked-on dirt and
road salt from the vehicle underbody using a
high pressure water jet. Clean wheel housings,
bumpers, muffler, tailpipe and brackets.
Carry out corrosion prevention cleaning at least
twice a year. Spray underneath of the vehicle
and let soak before cleaning. Let engine and
exhaust system cool down before cleaning.
TAR OR OIL
Remove tar or oil as soon as possible with an
approved automotive tar and oil remover or
turpentine. Thoroughly clean area with car wash
soap and water. Let dry, then wax.
INSECTS
Remove insect stains as soon as possible with
lukewarm soap and water or insect remover.
TREE SAP
Remove tree sap or bird droppings with
lukewarm soap and water. Do not allow to
harden.
WINDOWS
To prevent windshield wiper streaking, keep
silicone sprays away from windshield. Remove
road film and wax build-up from windows with
lukewarm soap and water or with an alcohol-
based cleaning agent. If a chamois is used to
dry and polish glass, use it exclusively for that
purpose.
WIPER BLADES
To avoid tearing frozen wiper blades, loosen
them before removing. Remove and clean wiper
blades periodically with an alcohol-based
cleaning solution. Clean wiper blades using a
sponge or soft cloth.
FLUID LEVEL VERIFICATION
Periodic inspection of oil level is the most
economical and easiest way to help your vehicle
perform at its best. Rigorous oil level inspection
and replacement will greatly help minimize
expensive and unscheduled repairs.
ENGINE OIL LEVEL
Check engine oil level when engine is still warm
and with vehicle parked on a level surface. Shut
OFF engine and wait at least 10 minutes for oil
to drain into oil pan before checking. Check
engine oil level daily or before each trip. Add oil
as required. Do not overfill. Remove dipstick,
wipe clean and fully reinsert to ensure an
accurate reading. Remove dipstick and check
engine oil level.
The oil level must be maintained between the
two marks indicated on the dipstick. Do not let
the oil level drop below the L mark. Add oil by
opening the oil reserve tank drain valve or
through the oil filler pipe. Use the markings on
the tank to check the quantity of oil added.
Close the oil reserve tank drain valve or oil filler
cap after adding oil. Recheck the oil level. Do
not let the oil level go above the F mark on the
dipstick.
ENGINE OIL LEVEL DIPSTICK 01027
Caution: Keep engine oil level between "L" and
"F" on dipstick. Do not overfill. Check when
refueling.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT 01063
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