Doing Your Own Service Work
If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the hybrid supplement for more information.
WARNING
It can be dangerous to work on your vehicle if you do not have the proper knowledge, service manual, tools, or parts. Always follow owner manual procedures and consult the service manual for your vehicle before doing any service work.
If doing some of your own service work, use the proper service manual. It tells you much more about how to service the vehicle than this manual can. To order the proper service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information .
This vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to do your own service work, see Airbag System Check .
Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work performed. See Maintenance Records .
See also:
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts
Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle
after a crash if I am wearing a
safety belt?
A: You could be— whether you are
wearing a safety belt or not.
Your chance of being conscious
during and afte ...
SERVICE TRACTION
CONTROL
This message displays when
there is a problem with the
Traction Control System (TCS).
The TCS/StabiliTrak warning light
on the instrument panel cluster also
comes on. When this message
disp ...
General Information
Your vehicle is an important
investment. This section describes
the required maintenance for the
vehicle. Follow this schedule to
help protect against major repair
expenses resulting from ne ...