5VEHICLE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS
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F070L01A-AAT
o Suspension Mounting Bolts
Check the suspension connections for loose-
ness or damage. Retighten to the specified
torque.
F070M01A-AAT
o Steering Gear Box, Linkage & Boots/
Lower arm Ball Joint
With the vehicle stopped and engine off, check
for excessive free-play in the steering wheel.
Check the linkage for bends or damage. Check
the dust boots and ball joints for deterioration,
cracks, or damage. Replace any damaged
parts.
F070N01A-AATo Power Steering Pump, Belt and Hoses
Check the power steering pump and hoses for
leakage and damage. Replace any damaged or
leaking parts immediately. Inspect the power
steering belt for evidence of cuts, cracks, ex-
cessive wear, oiliness and proper tension.
Replace or adjust it if necessary.
F070P01A-AAT
o Driveshafts and Boots
Check the drive shafts, boots and clamps for
cracks, deterioration, or damage. Replace any
damaged parts and, if necessary, repack the
grease.
F070Q01A-AAT
o Air Conditioning Refrigerant
Check the air conditioning lines and connec-
tions for leakage and damage. Check air con-
ditioning performance according to the relevant
shop manual if necessary.
F070R01A-AAT
o Cylinder Head Cover Gasket
(2.0L SULEV Only)
NOTE:
Check the contact surface between the
head cover and head for oil leaks and re-
place the gasket with a new one, if neces-
sary.
Remove the upper timing belt cover and
check the engine parts including the cam
cap for oil leaks.
F070S01A-AAT
o Oil Pan Liquid Gasket
(2.0L SULEV Only)
NOTE:
Check the oil mounted surface for oil leaks,
if necessary. After removing the oil pan,
apply the gasket with a new one and rein-
stall the oil pan.
