CARE AND MAINTENANCE
A/C
A
ND
H
EATING
S
YSTEM
A
IR
F
ILTERS
For maximum air conditioning and heating
system efficiency, air filters should be inspected
and cleaned as required in maintenance
schedule to ensure proper ventilation of the
evaporator and heating radiator cores. To clean
filters, back flush with water, then dry with air.
Caution :
Do not use high pressure water jet
to avoid damaging filter.
Caution :
Be sure not to reverse filter upon
installation.
D
RIVER
’
S
A
REA
F
ILTERS
The driver HVAC system's air filters are located
behind the dashboard’s R.H. side lateral plastic
panel. To gain access to the A/C filters, unscrew
the R.H. lateral console’s grill located at the top
step of the entrance door steps. Remove the
Recycled Air and Fresh Air filters for cleaning.
DRIVER'S AREA AIR FILTERS
C
ABIN
S
YSTEM
A
IR
F
ILTER
The central HVAC system's air filter is located in
the A/C and heating compartment on L.H. side of
the vehicle. To gain access, locate access panel
in one of the baggage compartment adjacent to
the A/C and heating compartment. Open panel
by unscrewing (¼ turn) the three screws of either
panel, unsnap both fasteners on top of filter and
slide out the filter for cleaning.
CABIN SYSTEM AIR FILTER
OEH3B748
Caution :
Be sure not to install filter in
inverted position.
F
LEXIBLE
H
OSE
I
NSPECTION
Inspect flexible hoses regularly to ensure
efficient, economical and safe operation of the
engine and related equipment.
W
INDSHIELD
W
ASHER
T
ANK
The windshield washer reservoir is located in the
front left service compartment. The reservoir
has a capacity of 5 US gallons (19 liters) and is
equipped with a spin-on-type cover. Check the
windshield washer fluid level regularly.
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