Checking Things Underthe Hood
CAUTION:
Things that burn can get on hot engine
parts and start a fire. These include
liquids like fuel, oil, coolant, brake fluid,
windshield washer and other fluids, and
plastic or rubber. You or others could be
burned. Be careful not to drop or spill
things that will burn onto a hot engine.
See also:
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 .
Che ...
Exit Lighting
The headlamps, taillamps, parking lamps, back-up lamps, and license plate lamps come on at night, or in areas with limited lighting, when the key is removed from the ignition.
The dome lamps also com ...
Jump Starting
If the vehicle’s battery has run down, you may want to
use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start
your vehicle. Be sure to use the following steps to do it
safely.
WARNING:
Batterie ...