Once a Year

• Starter switch check. See Owner Checks and Services.

• Parking brake and automatic transmission P (Park) mechanism check. See Owner Checks and Services.

• Automatic transmission shiftlock control system check. See Owner Checks and Services.

• Ignition transmission lock check. See Owner Checks and Services.

• Engine cooling system and pressure cap pressure check. Radiator and air conditioning condenser outside cleaning. See Cooling System.

• Exhaust system and nearby heat shields inspection for loose or damaged components.

• Accelerator pedal check for damage, high effort, or binding. Replace if needed.

• If the vehicle has a Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit, check the sealant expiration date printed on the instruction label of the kit. See Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit.

    See also:

    Sunroof
    For vehicles with a sunroof, the sunroof only operates when the ignition is in ON/RUN or ACC/ ACCESSORY, or in Retained Accessory Power (RAP). See Retained Accessory Power (RAP)  for more i ...

    First Engine Oil Change After Every 80 000 km/50,000 Miles
    • Engine air cleaner filter replacement. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. • Automatic transmission fluid change (severe service) for vehicles mainly driven in heavy city traffic in hot weathe ...

    Service Only Mode
    This power mode is available for service and diagnostics, and to verify the proper operation of the malfunction indicator lamp as may be required for emission inspection purposes. With the vehicle ...