Safety When Performing Maintenance
Some of the most important safety precautions are given here. However, we cannot warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in performing maintenance. Only you can decide whether or not you should perform a given task.
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If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks
■ Reasons for the indicator lamp to come on or blink
• Comes on when there is a problem with the engine emissions control
system, or the fuel fill cap is missing, or loose.
• Blinks whe ...
Vehicle Safety
The vehicle must be in a stationary condition.
- Make sure your vehicle is parked on level ground, the parking brake is
set, and the engine is off.
Be aware that hot parts can burn you.
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Fuel Economy
Improving Fuel Economy
Fuel economy depends on several conditions, including driving conditions, your
driving habits, the condition of your vehicle, and loading. Depending on these and
other condit ...