Vehicle Care 9-13The oil life system can also be resetas follows:1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN withthe engine off.2. Fully press and release theaccelerator pedal three timeswithin five seconds.If the “Change Engine Oil Soon”message is not on, the system isreset.The system is reset when the“Change Engine Oil Soon” messageis off.What to Do with Used OilUsed engine oil contains elementsthat can be unhealthy for your skinand could even cause cancer. Donot let used oil stay on your skin.Clean your skin and nails with soapand water, or a good hand cleaner.Wash or properly dispose of clothingor rags. See the manufacturer'swarnings about the use anddisposal of oil products.Used oil can be a threat to theenvironment. If you change yourown oil, be sure to drain all the oilfrom the filter before disposal. Neverdispose of oil by putting it in thetrash, pouring it on the ground, intosewers, or into streams or bodies ofwater. Recycle it by taking it to aplace that collects used oil.Automatic TransmissionFluidHow to Check AutomaticTransmission FluidIt is not necessary to checkthe transmission fluid level.A transmission fluid leak is theonly reason for fluid loss. If a leakoccurs, take the vehicle to yourdealer/retailer service departmentand have it repaired as soon aspossible.There is a special procedure forchecking and changing thetransmission fluid. Because thisprocedure is difficult, you shouldhave this done at your dealer/retailer service department. Contactyour dealer/retailer for additionalinformation or the procedure can befound in the service manual. Topurchase a service manual, seeService Publications OrderingInformation on page 12‑15.Change the fluid and filter at theintervals listed in ScheduledMaintenance on page 10‑2, and besure to use the fluid listed inRecommended Fluids andLubricants on page 10‑6.
