Maintenance
LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS
Recommended lubricants
Engine
oils
labeled
Energy
Recommended SAE viscosity
number
✽ NOTICE
Conserving Oil are now available.
Along with other additional benefits,
they contribute to fuel economy by
reducing the amount of fuel neces-
sary to overcome engine friction.
Often, these improvements are diffi-
cult to measure in everyday driving,
but in a year’s time, they can offer
significant cost and energy savings.
To help achieve proper engine and
powertrain performance and durabil-
ity, use only lubricants of the proper
quality. The correct lubricants also
help promote engine efficiency that
results in improved fuel economy.
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Always be sure to clean the area
around any filler plug, drain plug,
or dipstick before checking or
draining any lubricant. This is espe-
cially important in dusty or sandy
areas and when the vehicle is used
on unpaved roads. Cleaning the plug
and dipstick areas will prevent dirt
and grit from entering the engine
and other mechanisms that could be
damaged.
These lubricants and fluids are recommended for use in your vehicle.
Lubricant
Classification
API Service SJ, SL or above,
ILSAC GF-3 or above
Engine oil *¹
Engine oil viscosity (thickness) has
an effect on fuel economy and cold
weather operating (starting and oil
flow). Lower viscosity engine oils can
provide better fuel economy and cold
Manual transaxle fluid
Automatic transaxle fluid
Power steering fluid
Brake fluid
API Service GL-4 (SAE 75W-85, fill-for-life)
DIAMOND ATF SP-III or SK ATF SP-III
PSF-III
FMVSS116 DOT-3 or DOT-4
weather
performance,
however,
higher viscosity engine oils are
required for satisfactory lubrication in
hot weather. Using oils of any viscos-
ity other than those recommended
could result in engine damage.
*¹ Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on the next page.
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