254 VEHICLE CAREchanged. It cannot be resetaccurately until the next oilchange.The oil life system can also be reset asfollows:1. Display REMAINING OIL LIFE onthe DIC. See Driver InformationCenter (DIC) 0 135.2. Fully press and release theaccelerator pedal three timeswithin five seconds.If the CHANGE ENGINE OILSOON message is not on, thesystem is reset.The system is reset when theCHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON messageis off.If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOONmessage comes back on when thevehicle is started, the engine oil lifesystem has not been reset. Repeat theprocedure.Automatic TransmissionFluidHow to Check AutomaticTransmission FluidIt is not necessary to check thetransmission fluid level.A transmission fluid leak is the onlyreason for fluid loss. If a leak occurs,take the vehicle to your dealer andhave it repaired as soon as possible.The vehicle is not equipped with atransmission fluid level dipstick.There is a special procedure forchecking and changing thetransmission fluid. Because thisprocedure is difficult, this should bedone at the dealer. Contact your dealerfor additional information.CautionUse of the incorrect automatictransmission fluid may damage thevehicle, and the damage may not becovered by the vehicle warranty.Always use the correct automatic(Continued)Caution (Continued)transmission fluid. SeeRecommended Fluids and Lubricants0 328.Change the fluid and filter at theintervals listed in MaintenanceSchedule 0 321, and be sure to use thefluid listed in Recommended Fluids andLubricants 0 328.Engine Air Cleaner/FilterThe engine air cleaner/filter is in theengine compartment on the driverside of the vehicle. See EngineCompartment Overview 0 243.When to Inspect the Engine AirCleaner/FilterFor intervals on changing andinspecting the engine air cleaner/filter,see Maintenance Schedule 0 321.
