Owner Checks and Services

At Each Fuel Stop

○ Check the engine oil level. See Engine Oil on page 10‑10.

Once a Month

○ Check the tire inflation pressures. See Tire Pressure on page 10‑51.
○ Inspect the tires for wear. See Tire Inspection on page 10‑57. . Check the windshield washer fluid level. See Washer Fluid on page 10‑23.

    See also:

    When to Check and Change Automatic Transmission Fluid
    A good time to check the automatic transmission fluid level is when the engine oil is changed. Change the fluid and filter at the intervals listed in Maintenance Schedule on page 11‑3 and be su ...

    If the Vehicle Is Stuck
    Slowly and cautiously spin the wheels to free the vehicle when stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. See “Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out” later in this section. If the vehicle has a traction sys ...

    Driving on Snow or Ice
    Drive carefully when there is snow or ice between the tires and the road, creating less traction or grip. Wet ice can occur at about 0°C (32°F) when freezing rain begins to fall, resulting in even ...