Troubleshooting Tips A car owner who follows the standard service intervals will not have to use this section of the manual very often. The reliability of branded parts is such that if you...
Engine malfunctions Engine does not turn over when trying to start Poorly secured or corroded battery contacts ( Chapter 5 ). The battery is discharged or defective ( Chapter 5 ). Open,...
Cooling system malfunctions Overheat Insufficient amount of coolant in the system ( Chapter 1 ). Thermostat malfunction ( Chapter 3 ). Clogged radiator or its grille ( Chapter 3 ). Malfunction of...
Malfunctions of the fuel and exhaust system Increased fuel consumption Uneconomical driving style or unfavorable conditions. Clogged air filter element ( Chapter 1 ). Engine Management System Malfunction (Chapters...
Clutch faults When you press the pedal, it reaches the floor with little or no effort Cable breakage ( Chapter 6 ). Incorrect clutch adjustment ( Chapter 6 ). The clutch release...
Manual transmission faults Noise in neutral position with engine running Wear of the gearbox input shaft bearings (noise appears when the clutch pedal is released and disappears when the pedal is...
Automatic transmission faults Note: Due to the complexity of the automatic transmission, it is not possible for the owner to check and service it. For problems not described below, the vehicle should...
Drive shaft faults Clicking or knocking noise when turning the steering wheel to the stop at low speed Lack of lubrication in the constant velocity joint ( Chapter 8 ). Wear of the outer...
Brake system malfunctions Note: To confirm that the brake system is the problem, make sure the tires are in good condition and properly inflated, that the front wheel alignment is within the...
Suspension and steering faults Note: Before diagnosing suspension or steering problems, make sure that the tire pressures are correct, that the tires are the same type, and that the brakes are in good...
Electrical system faults Note: Malfunctions related to the starting system are listed under the heading " Engine " (see above in this section). The battery runs out in a few days Internal...