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MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
6. Pull the wiper blade in the opposite
direction to slide it out of its holder.
7. Insert the flat side of the new wiper blade
onto the bottom part of the holder. Insert
the blade all the way.
8. Install the end of the wiper blade into the
cap.
9. Slide the holder onto the wiper arm until it
locks.
10. Lower the passenger side wiper arm first,
then the driver side.
11. Set the power mode to ON and hold the
wiper switch in the MIST position until
both wiper arms return to the standard
position.
Blade
Holder
Holder
Blade
Cap
Avoid dropping the wiper arm onto the windshield, it may damage the wiper
arm and/or the windshield.
NOTICE
Tire Information
To safely operate your vehicle, your tires must be of the proper type and size, in
good condition with adequate tread, and properly inflated.
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Inflation Guidelines
• Properly inflated tires provide the best combination of handling,
tread life, and comfort. Refer to the driver’s doorjamb label or the
specifications (see page 172) for the specified pressure.
• Underinflated tires wear unevenly, adversely affect handling and fuel
economy, and are more likely to fail from overheating.
• Overinflated tires make your vehicle ride harshly, are more prone to road
hazards, and wear unevenly.
• Every day before you drive, look at each of the tires. If one looks lower
than the others, check the pressure with a tire gauge.
• Measure the air pressure when tires are cold. This means the vehicle
has been parked for at least 3 hours or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km).
If necessary, add or release air until the specified pressure is reached,
and then calibrate the system (see page 146). If checked when hot, tire
pressure can be as much as 4–6 psi (30–40 kPa, 0.3–0.5 kgf/cm
2
) higher
than checked when cold.
• At least once a month or before long trips, use a gauge to measure the
pressure in all tires, including the spare. Even tires in good condition can
lose 1–2 psi (10–20 kPa, 0.1–0.2 kgf/cm
2
) per month.
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Inspection Guidelines
• Every time you inflate the tires, check for the following:
• Any damage to tires, including bumps, bulges, cuts, splits, or cracks in
the side or tread. Remove any foreign objects and inspect for air leaks.
Replace tires if you see fabric or cord.
• Uneven or excessive tread wear. Have a dealer check the wheel
alignment.
• Cracks or other damage around the valve stems.
