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›› Explanation of Maintenance Items
The following descriptions are provided to give you a better under-
standing of the maintenance items that should be performed on your
vehicle. The scheduled maintenance log indicates at which mileage/
time intervals each item should be performed. Please note that many
maintenance items should be performed only by a qualified technician.
For further information on maintenance items you can perform
yourself, see the “Vehicle Maintenance and Care” and “Do-It-
Yourself Maintenance” sections of the
Owner’s Manual.
Automatic Transmission Fluid
Replace at specified intervals. When performing inspections, check
each component for signs of leakage. If you discover any leakage,
have it repaired by a qualified technician immediately.
Ball Joints and Dust Covers
Check the suspension and steering linkage ball joints for looseness
and damage. Check all dust covers for deterioration and damage.
Replace any deteriorated or damaged parts. A qualified technician
should perform these operations.
Brake Lines and Hoses
Visually inspect for proper installation. Check for chafing, cracks, dete-
rioration and signs of leakage. Replace any deteriorated or damaged
parts. A qualified technician should perform these operations.
Brake Linings/Drums and Brake Pads/Discs
Check the brake linings (shoes) and drums for scoring, burning, fluid
leakage, broken parts and excessive wear. Check the pads for excessive
wear and the discs for runout, excessive wear and fluid leakage.
Replace any deteriorated or damaged parts. A qualified technician
should perform these operations.
Differential Oil
Replace at specified intervals. When performing inspections, check
each component for signs of leakage. If you discover any leakage, have
it repaired by a qualified technician immediately.
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›› Explanation of Maintenance Items
Exhaust Pipes and Mountings
Visually inspect the exhaust pipes, muffler and hangers for cracks,
deterioration and damage. Start the engine and listen carefully for
any exhaust gas leakage. Tighten connections or replace parts as
necessary.
Fuel Lines and Connections, Fuel Tank Band and
Fuel Tank Vapor Vent System Hoses
Visually inspect for corrosion, damage, cracks and loose or leaking
connections. Tighten connections or replace parts as necessary.
Fuel Tank Cap Gasket
Visually inspect for cracks, deterioration and damage and replace
if necessary.
Nuts and Bolts on Chassis and Body
Re-tighten the seat-mounting bolts and front/rear suspension member
retaining bolts to specified torque.
Radiator Core and Condenser
Inspect for damage, debris, dirt, insects and signs of leakage. Have any
problem repaired by a qualified technician.
Spark Plugs
Replace at specified intervals. Install new plugs of the same type
as originally equipped. A qualified technician should perform this
operation.
Steering Gear Box
Inspect for signs of leakage. If you discover any leakage, have it
repaired immediately by a qualified technician.
Steering Linkage and Boots
With the vehicle stopped, check for excessive freeplay in the steering
wheel. Inspect the linkage for bending and damage and the dust boots
for deterioration, cracks and damage. Replace any damaged parts. A
qualified technician should perform these operations.
Tire Rotation
Tires should be rotated according to the instructions in the Owner’s
Manual
. When rotating tires, check for damage and uneven wear.
Replace if necessary.
