Owner Checks and Services

At Each Fuel Stop

• Check the engine oil level. See Engine Oil.

Once a Month

• Check the tire inflation pressures. See Tire Pressure.

• Inspect the tires for wear. See Tire Inspection.

• Check the windshield washer fluid level. See Washer Fluid.

    See also:

    Driving in Water
    Heavy rain can mean flash flooding, and flood waters demand extreme caution. Find out how deep the water is before you drive through it. If it is deep enough to cover your wheel hubs, axles, or ...

    Engine Oil Pressure Light
    WARNING Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low. The engine can become so hot that it catches fire. Someone could be burned. Check the oil as soon as possible and have the vehicle servic ...

    Hydroplaning
    Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water can build up under the vehicle's tires so they actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you are going fast enough. When the ve ...