2.0L maintenance questions

[jboulukos]

What is the transmission fluid change interval for this model?

Air filter change: Is the engine air filter change easy to do? When I looked at it at the dealership, the engine stabilizer bar seems to go over the top of it. I was wondering if the air filter change can be completed without removing the cross bar. Thank you.

 

[Kamauxx]

I'm assuming the 2.0 is the same as the 3.3 in regards to the filter location. It is easy to change but the bar does need to be moved. All you have to do is unsurew one end, loose the other, and swivel it out of the way.

 

[jboulukos]

I'm assuming the 2.0 is the same as the 3.3 in regards to the filter location. It is easy to change but the bar does need to be moved. All you have to do is unsurew one end, loose the other, and swivel it out of the way.

Thank you for the reply and info. Are there stated torque specs for the stabilizer bar?

 

[rocket23]

Thank you for the reply and info. Are there stated torque specs for the stabilizer bar?

just a guess, but 22-28 foot lbs should be enough.

 

[rocket23]

reading the owners manual, I noticed certain areas that never need attention......automatic transaxle oil and transfer case oil....although there is periodic oil changes with the differentials. Without LSD 72,000 miles with LSD 32,000 miles.
But (for transaxle) you turn the page and if the vehicle is driven under extreme conditions..(anywhere in New England)...then every 60,000 miles the fluid should be replaced.