How to save fuel and make your vehicle last longer

Improving fuel economy is easy–just take it easy. It will help make your vehicle last longer, too. Here are some specific tips on how to save money on both fuel and repairs: Keep your tires i ...

If your vehicle will not start

(a) Simple checks Before making these checks, make sure you have followed the correct starting procedure given in “How to start the engine” in Section 3 and that you have sufficient fuel. I ...

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Engine compartment
Fuse boxes (→P. 275) Engine oil filler cap (→P. 245) Battery (→P. 250) Brake fluid reservoir (→P. 249) Radiator (→P. 248) Condenser (→P. 248) Electri ...

If the engine will not start
If the engine will not start even though correct starting procedures are being followed (→P. 124), consider each of the following points: ■ The engine will not start even though the sta ...

Checking the engine oil level
With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil level on the dipstick. 1. To get a correct reading, the vehicle should be on level ground. After turning off the engine, ...