Tire Rotation and Required Services Every 12 000 km/7,500 mi

Rotate the tires, if recommended for the vehicle, and perform the following services. See Tire Rotation.

• Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. If needed, change engine oil and filter, and reset oil life system. See Engine Oil and Engine Oil Life System.

• Check engine coolant level. See Engine Coolant.

• Check windshield washer fluid level. See Washer Fluid.

• Visually inspect windshield wiper blades for wear, cracking, or contamination. See Exterior Care. Replace worn or damaged wiper blades.

See Wiper Blade Replacement.

• Check tire inflation pressures.

See Tire Pressure.

• Inspect tire wear. See Tire Inspection.

• Visually check for fluid leaks.

• Inspect engine air cleaner filter.

See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter.

• Inspect brake system.

• Visually inspect steering, suspension, and chassis components for damaged, loose, or missing parts or signs of wear. See Exterior Care.

• Check restraint system components. See Safety System Check.

• Visually inspect fuel system for damage or leaks.

• Visually inspect exhaust system and nearby heat shields for loose or damaged parts.

• Lubricate body components. See Exterior Care.

• Check starter switch. See Starter Switch Check.

• Check automatic transmission shift lock control function. See Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check.

• Check ignition transmission lock.

See Ignition Transmission Lock Check.

• Check parking brake and automatic transmission park mechanism. See Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check.

• Check accelerator pedal for damage, high effort, or binding.

Replace if needed.

• Visually inspect gas strut for signs of wear, cracks, or other damage. Check the hold open ability of the strut. See your dealer if service is required.

• Check tire sealant expiration date, if equipped. See Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit (With Pressure Relief Button) or Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit (With Pressure Deflation Button).

• Inspect sunroof track and seal, if equipped. See Sunroof.

Footnotes — Maintenance

    See also:

    Engine Oil
    To ensure proper engine performance and long life, careful attention must be paid to engine oil. Following these simple, but important steps will help protect your investment: ► Always use eng ...

    Sunroof
    On vehicles with a sunroof, the switch is located on the overhead console. The sunroof only operates when the ignition is in ON/RUN or ACC/ ACCESSORY or in Retained Accessory Power (RAP). See Retai ...

    Safety Belts
    Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly. ► Safety Belts . ► How to Wear Safety Belts Properly . ► Lap-Shoulder Belt . ` ...