Scheduled Maintenance

The following maintenance services must be performed to assure good vehicle control and performance. Keep receipts for all vehicle services to protect your warranty. Where both mileage and time are shown, the frequency of service is determined by whichever occurs first.

R : Replace I : Inspect and, after inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace if necessary

R : Replace I : Inspect and, after inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace


R : Replace I : Inspect and, after inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace if necessary

Note :


Note :

*1. The drive belt should be replaced when cracks occur or tension is reduced excessively.

*2. For the first time, inspect the drive belt at 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 72 months.

After that, inspect it every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 24 months.

*3. When adding coolant, use only deionized water or soft water for your vehicle and never mix hard water in the coolant filled at the factory.

An improper coolant mixture can result in serious malfunction or engine damage.

*4. For the first time, replace the coolant at 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 120 months.

After that, replace it every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months.

*5. Inspect the tensioner/idler when timing belt is replaced.

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