Owner Checks and Services
At Each Fuel Stop
• Check the engine oil level. See Engine Oil on page 10‑7.
Once a Month
• Check the tire inflation pressures. See Tire Pressure on page 10‑62.
• Inspect the tires for wear. See Tire Inspection on page 10‑68.
• Check the windshield washer fluid level. See Washer Fluid on page 10‑28.
See also:
If a Tire Goes Flat
It is unusual for a tire to blow out while driving, especially if the tires are maintained properly. See Tires on page 10‑37. If air goes out of a tire, it is much more likely to leak out slowly ...
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 ev ...
Tire Pressure
Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to operate effectively.
Notice: Neither tire underinflation nor overinflation is good.
Underinflated tires, or tires that do not have enough air, can re ...