Owner Checks and Services
At Each Fuel Stop
• Check the engine oil level.
See Engine Oil on page 10‑8.
Once a Month
• Check the tire inflation pressures. See Tire Pressure on page 10‑44.
• Inspect the tires for wear.
See Tire Inspection on page 10‑50.
• Check the windshield washer fluid level. See Washer Fluid on page 10‑22.
See also:
Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit to Temporarily Seal and Inflate a
Punctured Tire
Follow the directions closely for correct sealant usage.
When using the tire sealant and compressor kit during cold temperatures, warm the kit in a heated environment for five minutes.
This will h ...
Tire Terminology and Definitions
Air Pressure: The amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of the tire. Air pressure is expressed in kPa (kilopascal) or psi (pounds per square inch).
Accessory Weight: The ...
Tire Sidewall Labeling
Useful information about a tire is molded into its sidewall. The examples show
a typical passenger vehicle tire and a compact spare tire sidewall.
Passenger (P&-Metric) Tire Example
(A) Tire ...





