Maintenance schedule
The maintenance intervals in this manual are provided with the assumption that you, not the dealer, will be doing the work. These are the minimum maintenance intervals recommended by the factory for vehicles that are driven daily. If you wish to keep your vehicle in peak condition at all times, you may wish to perform some of these procedures even more often. Because frequent maintenance enhances the efficiency, performance and resale value of your car, we encourage you to do so. If you drive in dusty areas, tow a trailer, idle or drive at low speeds for extended periods or drive for short distances (less than four miles) in below freezing temperatures, shorter intervals are also recommended.
When your vehicle is new, it should be serviced by a factory authorized dealer service department to protect the factory warranty. In many cases, the initial maintenance check is done at no cost to the owner
Every 250 miles or weekly, whichever comes first
Check the engine oil level (Section 4)
Check the engine coolant level (Section 4)
Check the windshield washer fluid level (Section 4) Check the brake and clutch fluid levels (Section 4) Check the power steering fluid level (Section 4) Check the tires and tire pressures (Section 5)
Every 3000 miles or 3 months, whichever comes first
All items listed above plus:
Change the engine oil and oil filter (Section 6)
Every 5000 miles or 6 months, whichever comes first
All items listed above plus:
Check installation of, driver’s floor mat
Check the automatic transaxle fluid level (2009 and earlier four-cylinder models) (Section 7)
Inspect the windshield wiper blades (Section 8)
Check and service the battery (Section 9) Inspect all under hood hoses (Section 10) Check the cooling system (Section 11) Rotate the tires (Section 12)
Inspect the brake system (Section 13)
Every 15,000 miles or 18 months, whichever comes first
All items listed above plus:
Inspect the suspension and steering components and drive axle boots (Section 14) *
Inspect the exhaust system (Section 15)
Check the engine drivebelt(s) (Section 27) (after the initial 60,000-mile or 72-month check)
Every 30,000 miles or 36 months, whichever comes first
All items listed above plus:
Check the automatic transaxle fluid level (2010 and later four-cylinder models and all V6 models) (Section 7 Replace the air filter (Section 16)*
Inspect the fuel system (Section 17)
Check the manual transaxle lubricant level (Section 18) ** Replace the cabin air filter (Section 19)
Check the clutch pedal for proper free play and height (Section 20)
Inspect the evaporative emissions control system (Section 23)
Check and tighten critical chassis and body fasteners (Section 24) *
Every 50,000 miles or 60 months, whichever comes first
Service the cooling system (drain, flush and refill)
(Section 29) (after the initial 100,000-mile or 120-month service)
Every 60,000 miles or 72 months, whichever comes first
All items listed above plus:
Check and replace if necessary, the fuel tank cap gasket (Section 21)
Check and replace if necessary, the PCV valve (Section 22) Change the automatic transaxle fluid (Section 25) ** Change the manual transaxle lubricant (Section 25) ** Check and replace if necessary, the engine drivebelts (Section 27)
Inspect and if necessary, adjust the valve clearances (2009 and earlier four-cylinder engines) (Section 28)
100,000 miles or 120 months, whichever comes first — every 50,000 miles or 60 months thereafter, whichever comes first
Service the cooling system (drain, flush and refill) (Section 29)
Every 120,000 miles or 144 months, whichever comes first
Replace the spark plugs (Section 30)
* This item is affected by «severe» operating conditions as described below. If your vehicle is operated under «severe» conditions, inspect all maintenance indicated with an asterisk (*) at 5000 miles/6-month intervals and perform maintenance or replace parts as necessary. Severe conditions are indicated if you mainly operate your vehicle under one or more of the following conditions: Operating in dusty areas
Idling for extended periods and/or low speed operation Operating when outside temperatures remain below freezing and when most trips are less than 4 miles
** If used for trailer towing, change the automatic transaxle fluid or manual transaxle lubricant every 30,000 miles (Section 25 or Section 26)