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For 1990-2009 cars only

Normal Vehicle Use

These schedules are for vehicles that:

    • carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits. These limits are listed on the vehicles tire loading information label located on the drivers door.
    • are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits.
    • use the recommended fuel.

Selecting the Right Maintenance Schedule

Determine which of the two schedules is right for your vehicle. Refer to the following definitions of maintenance schedules:

Short Trip/City Maintenance Definition

Follow the Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule if any one of these conditions is true for your vehicle:

    • Most trips are less than 8 to 16 km (5 to 10 mi). This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing.
    • Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent driving in stop-and-go traffic).
    • Most trips are through dusty areas.
    • You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of your vehicle.
    • If the vehicle is used for delivery service, police, taxi or other commercial application.

Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Definition

Follow this maintenance schedule only if none of the conditions from the Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule is true.