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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Theft deterrent system
(vehicles sold in Puerto Rico only) To deter vehicle theft, the system is designed to sound an alarm if any of the side doors, back door or hood is forcibly unlocked and opened. The alarm blow ...

Vehicle load limits
Vehicle load limits include total load capacity, seating capacity, towing capacity and cargo capacity. ■ Total load capacity (vehicle capacity weight): (→P. 342) Total load capacity me ...

Body panel under coating areas
HINT: 1) First wipe off any dirt, grease or oil with a rag soaked in silicone remover. 2) Cover the surrounding areas with masking paper to avoid coating unnecessary areas. If other areas are acc ...