Engine compartment

1. Engine Coolant Reservoir ................7-15
1. Engine Coolant Reservoir ................7-15 2. Engine Oil Filler Cap ........................7-14 3. Brake Fluid Reservoir.......................7-18 4. Air Cleaner .......................................7-23 5. Fuse Box ..........................................7-43 6. Negative Battery Terminal..........6-4/7-27 7. Positive Battery Terminal............6-4/7-27 8. Radiator Cap..............................6-6/7-17 9. Engine Oil Dipstick ...........................7-14 10. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir..7-22 11. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir* ....7-19 * : if equipped
The actual engine room in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.

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    Starting the engine
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