Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion
Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geographic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads passable in snow and ice, and those that are sprayed on trees and road surfaces during other seasons, are highly corrosive to the metal in your vehicle.
The following maintenance recommendations will enable you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion resistance built into your vehicle.
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Outside Air Intake
Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the windshield, is free
of obstructions such as leaves. Leaves collected in the air intake may reduce airflow,
and if they enter the plenum, ...
Lubricant Selection
Use only manufacturer’s recommended fluid. Refer to
“Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Maintaining
Your Vehicle” for further information. ...
Cooling System
To reduce potential for engine and transmission overheating, take the following
actions:
− Highway Driving
Reduce speed.
− Air Conditioning
Turn off temporarily. ...