MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
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Check the front of the radiator and condenser for any
accumulationofbugs,leaves,etc.Cleantheradiatorand
condenserbygentlysprayingwaterfromagardenhose
atthebackofthecore.
coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in
puddlesontheground.Preventingestionbyanimalsor
children. If ingested by a child, contact a physician
immediately.
Checktheenginecoolingsystemhosesforconditionand
tightness of connection. Inspect the entire system for
leaks.Anyhosesthatshowcutsorsevereabrasionmust
bereplaced.
SelectionOfCoolant
Useonlythemanufacturer’srecommendedcoolant.Re-
fertotheRecommendedFluids,LubricantsandGenuine
Partssectionforcorrectcoolanttype.
CoolingSystem—Drain,FlushandRefill
AttheintervalsshownontheMaintenanceSchedules(5
years/100,000 miles), the system should be drained,
flushedandrefilled.
CAUTION!
Failure to use the proper antifreeze could cause
radiator plugging and engine overheating. Do not
mix antifreeze brands or types. Do not use plain
wateraloneoralcoholbaseantifreezeproducts.Do
not use additional rust inhibitors or antirust prod-
ucts,astheymaynotbecompatiblewiththeradiator
coolantandmayplugtheradiator.
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If the solution is dirty and contains a considerable
amount of sediment, clean and flush with a reliable
coolingsystemcleaner.Followwithathoroughrinsingto
removealldepositsandchemicals.
EngineCoolantDisposal
Usedethyleneglycolbasedenginecoolantisaregulated
substance requiring proper disposal. Check with your
localauthoritiestodeterminethedisposalrulesforyour
community. Do not store ethylene glycol based engine
AddingCoolant
When adding coolant, a minimum solution of 50% eth-
yleneglycolantifreezecoolantinwatershouldbeused.
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| Model Year | 2004 |
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