’04 MATRIX_U (L/O 0307)
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2004 MATRIX from Oct. ’03 Prod. (OM12861U)
If cold
O.K.
Close
Open
If hot
O.K.
If cold
add
If hot
add
Check the fluid level through the reser-
voir. If necessary, add automatic trans-
mission fluid DEXRON"II or III.
If the vehicle has been driven around 80
km/h (50 mph) for 20 minutes (a little
more in frigid temperatures), the fluid is
hot (60!C—80!C or 140!F—175!F). You
may also check the level when the fluid
is cold (about room temperature,
10!C—30!C or 50!F—85!F) if the engine
has not been run for about five hours.
Clean all dirt from outside of the reservoir
tank and look at the fluid level. If the fluid
is cold, the level should be in the “COLD”
range. Similarly, if it is hot, the fluid level
should be in the “HOT” range. If the level
is at the low side of either range, add
automatic transmission fluid DEXRON"II or
III to bring the level within the range.
To remove the reservoir cap, turn it coun-
terclockwise and lift up. To reinstall it,
turn it clockwise. After replacing the reser-
voir cap, visually check the steering box
case, vane pump and hose connections
for leaks or damage.
CAUTION
The reservoir tank may be hot so be
careful not to burn yourself.
NOTICE
Avoid overfilling, or the power steer-
ing could be damaged.
CAUTION
Observe the following instruc-
tions. Otherwise, an accident
may occur resulting in death or
serious injuries.
# Keep your tire pressure at the
proper level. (See “Checking
tire inflation pressure” on page
264 in this Section.)
# Do not use tires (including
snow tires) of different brands,
sizes, construction or tread
patterns. (See “Checking and
replacing tires” on page 267
and “Installing snow tires and
chains” on page 271 in this
Section.)
# Do not use tires with different
tread wear. To equalize the tire
wear, rotate tires at the ap-
propriate interval. (See “Rotat-
ing tires” on page 270 in this
Section.)
Checking power steering fluid
Precautions for tires of
four−wheel drive models
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