How
to
Add
Fluid
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what
kind of transaxle fluid to use. See “Recommended
Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index.
If the fluid level
is
low, add only enough of the proper
fluid
to
bring the level into the cross-hatched area on
the dipstick.
1.
Pull out
the
dipstick.
2. Using a long-neck funnel, add enough fluid at the
dipstick hole to bring it to
the
proper
level.
3.
After adding fluid, recheck the fluid level
as
described under “How to Check.”
4.
When the correct fluid level is obtained, push the
dipstick back
in
all the way.
Engine Coolant
The cooling
s
stem in your vehicle is filled with
DEX-COOL engine coolant. This coolant
is
designed
to remain
in
your vehicle for
5
years or
150,000
miles
(240
000
km), whichever occurs first, if you add
only
DEX-COOL@ extended life coolant.
Lx
It doesn’t take much fluid, generally less
than
one pint
The following explains Your cooling system and how to
(0.5
L).
Don’t
overjill.
add coolant when
it
is
low.
If
you have a problem with
engine overheating, see “Engine Overheating” in
the Index.
NOTICE:
A
50/50
mixture of water and DEX-COOL’
coolant will:
We recommend you use only fluid labeled
DEXRON’III,
because fluid with that label is
made especially for your automatic transaxle.
Damage caused by fluid other than
DEXRON@III
is not covered by your new vehicle warranty.
Give freezing protection down to
-34°F
(-37°C).
Give boiling protection up to
265°F
(129°C).
Protect against rust and corrosion.
Help keep the proper engine temperature,
Let
the warning lights and gages work as
they
should.
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