Driving on Grades
Notice: Do not tow on steep continuous grades exceeding 6 miles (9.6 km). Extended, higher than normal engine and transmission temperatures may result and damage the vehicle. Frequent stops are very important to allow the engine and transmission to cool.
Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before starting down a long or steep downgrade. If the transmission is not shifted down, the brakes might have to be used so much that they would get hot and no longer work well.
On a long uphill grade, shift down and reduce the vehicle’s speed to around 45 mph (70 km/h) to reduce the possibility of the engine and the transmission overheating. If the engine does overheat, see Engine Overheating.
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Using Voice Recognition
For vehicles equipped with the
MyLink or IntelliLink infotainment
system, see the separate MyLink/IntelliLink Features and Functions
Guide for more information.
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When to Inspect the Engine Air
Cleaner/Filter
Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the Maintenance II
intervals and replace it at the first oil change after each
50,000 mile (80 000 km) interval. See Scheduled
Maintenance for more information. ...
What to Add
If the vehicle has DOT 3 brake fluid, as indicated on the reservoir cap, use
only new DOT 3 brake fluid from a sealed container. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
.
If the vehicle has DOT 4 b ...