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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance

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Engine coolant

The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the F and L lines on the res-

ervoir when the engine is cold.

Full

Low

If the level is on or below the L line,

add coolant up to the F line.

NOTICE

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To prevent serious engine damage:

Check the oil level on regular basis.

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When replacing the engine oil

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Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.

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Avoid overfilling, or the engine could be damaged.

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Check the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle.

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Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly retightened.

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When adding the engine coolant

When installing the reservoir cap, make sure

that the engine coolant reservoir hose posi-

tioned as shown in the illustration.