Maintenance Schedules: Notes

There are two maintenance schedules that show the required service for your vehicle.

First is Schedule "B" . It is for vehicles that are operated under the conditions that are listed below and at the beginning of the schedule.

Day or night temperatures are below 32°F (0°C)
Stop and go driving
Excessive engine idling
Driving in dusty conditions
Short trips of less than 10 miles (16.2 km)
More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather, above 90°F (32°C)
Trailer towing
Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial service)
Off-road or desert driving
If equipped for and operated with E-85 (ethanol) fuel.

NOTE: If ANY of these apply to you then change your engine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months, whichever comes first and follow appropriate SCHEDULE "B" of the MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES.

NOTE: If ANY of these apply to you then flush and replace your engine coolant/anti-freeze every 102,000 miles (163 000 km) or 60 months, whichever comes first, and follow appropriate SCHEDULE "B" of the MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES.

NOTE: Most vehicles are operated under the conditions listed for Schedule "B."

Second is Schedule "A" . It is for vehicles that are not operated under any of the conditions listed under Schedule "B."

Use the schedule that best describes your driving conditions. Where time and mileage are listed, follow the interval that occurs first.

CAUTION: Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the vehicle.

At Each Stop for Fuel

Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
Check the windshield washer solvent, add as required.

Once a Month

Check the tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage.
Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals as required.
Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, power steering, and transmission, and add as needed.
Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct operation.

At Each Oil Change

Change the engine oil filter.
Inspect the exhaust system.
Inspect brake hoses.
Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
Rotate the tires.
Inspect manual transmission fluid level - if equipped.
After completion of off-road operation, the underside of the vehicle should be thoroughly inspected. Examine threaded fasteners for looseness.