Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M) programs

Some states have vehicle emission inspection programs which include OBD (On Board Diagnostics) checks. The OBD system monitors the operation of the emission control system. ■ If the malfunc ...

Do-it-yourself service precautions

If you perform maintenance by yourself, be sure to follow the correct procedures as given in these sections. CAUTION The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may move su ...

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Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap Perform the following steps to open the fuel tank cap: ■ Before refueling the vehicle Turn the engine switch off and ensure that all the doors and windows are closed ...

Front seats
—Front seat precautions Driver seat CAUTION. The SRS driver airbag deploys with considerable force, and can cause death or serious injury especially if the driver is very close to the airba ...

Body panel sealing areas
HINT: 1) Prior to applying body sealer, clean the area with a rag soaked in silicone remover. 2) If weld-through primer was used, first wipe off any excess and than coat with anti-corrosion prime ...