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Automatic Transmission
Fluid
It is not necessary to check
the transmission fluid level.
A transmission fluid leak is the only
reason for fluid loss. If a leak
occurs, take your vehicle to the
dealer/retailer service department
and have it repaired as soon
as possible.
Change the fluid and filter at the
intervals listed in the Maintenance
Schedule. See “Additional
Required Services” in Service
and Maintenance. Be sure to use
the transmission fluid listed in
“Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants” in Service and
Maintenance.
Notice: Use of the incorrect
automatic transmission fluid
may damage your vehicle,
and the damages may not be
covered by your warranty.
See “Recommended Fluids
and Lubricants” in the Limited
Warranty, Maintenance and Owner
Assistance Information manual.
Manual Transmission
Fluid
It is not necessary to check the
manual transmission fluid level.
A transmission fluid leak is the only
reason for fluid loss. If a leak
occurs, take the vehicle to the
dealer/retailer service department
and have it repaired as soon
as possible. You may also have
your fluid level checked by
your dealer/retailer when you have
your oil changed. See “Part D:
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants” in Service and
Maintenance for the proper fluid
to use.
Hydraulic Clutch
The hydraulic clutch linkage in
your vehicle is self-adjusting.
This system does not have its own
reservoir. It receives fluid from
the brake master cylinder reservoir.
See Brakes on page 9-22 for more
information.
Engine Coolant
The cooling system in your vehicle
is filled with DEX-COOL
®
engine
coolant. This coolant is designed to
remain in your vehicle for five years
or 150,000 miles (240 000 km),
whichever occurs first, if you add
only DEX-COOL
®
extended life
coolant.
The following explains your cooling
system and how to add coolant
when it is low. If you have a problem
with engine overheating, see
Engine Overheating on page 9-15.
9-12 Vehicle Service and Care