Owner Checks and Services on page 6-9 tells whatshould be checked, when to check it, and what can easilybe done to help keep the vehicle in good condition.The proper replacement parts, fluids, and lubricants touse are listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricantson page 6-13 and Maintenance Replacement Partson page 6-15. When the vehicle is serviced, make surethese are used. All parts should be replaced and allnecessary repairs done before you or anyone elsedrives the vehicle. We recommend the use of genuineparts from your dealer/retailer.Scheduled MaintenanceTo maintain the ride, handling, and performance of thisvehicle, it is important that the first tire rotation servicebe performed when the vehicle has 5,000 to 8,000 miles(8 000 to 13 000 km). Check tires for inflation pressuresand wear. See Tires on page 5-48. If tire rotation isrecommended for the vehicle, rotate tires. See TireInspection and Rotation on page 5-64 and “Tire WearInspection” in At Least Once a Month on page 6-10.When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON messagedisplays, service is required for the vehicle. Have thevehicle serviced as soon as possible within the next600 miles (1 000 km). It is possible that, if driving underthe best conditions, the engine oil life system maynot indicate that vehicle service is necessary for overa year. However, the engine oil and filter must bechanged at least once a year and at this time the systemmust be reset. Your dealer/retailer has trained servicetechnicians who will perform this work using genuineparts and reset the system.If the engine oil life system is ever reset accidentally,service the vehicle within 3,000 miles (5 000 km)since the last service. Remember to reset the oil lifesystem whenever the oil is changed. See Engine Oil LifeSystem on page 5-19 for information on the EngineOil Life System and resetting the system.6-4
