Engine Cooling System Inspection
Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they
are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes,
fittings and clamps; replace as needed. Clean the
outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser.
To help ensure proper operation, a pressure test of
the cooling system and pressure cap is recommended
at least once a year.
Throttle System Inspection
Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding,
and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts
as needed. Replace any components that have high
effort or excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator
and cruise control cables.
Brake System Inspection
Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and
hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks,
chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors
for surface condition. Also inspect drum brake linings
for wear and cracks. Inspect other brake parts, including
drums, wheel cylinders, calipers, parking brake, etc.
Check parking brake adjustment. You may need to
have your brakes inspected more often if your driving
habits or conditions result in frequent braking.
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Accessory Power Outlets.................................3-12
Additives, Fuel................................................. 5-6
Add-On Electrical Equipment............................5-76
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine.................................5-17
Air Conditioning..............................................3-14
Airbag
Readiness Light..........................................3-26
Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM)...... 7-9
Airbag System................................................1-46
How Does an Airbag Restrain?......................1-51
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle..........1-52
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?......................1-50
What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates?....1-51
When Should an Airbag Inflate?....................1-50
Where Are the Airbags?...............................1-48
AM-FM Radio.................................................3-33
Antenna, Fixed Mast.......................................3-45
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)........................... 4-6
Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light..............3-28
Appearance Care............................................5-68
Aluminum Wheels........................................5-73
Care of Safety Belts....................................5-71
Chemical Paint Spotting...............................5-75
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses....................5-72Appearance Care (cont.)
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle................5-69
Fabric/Carpet..............................................5-70
Finish Care.................................................5-72
Finish Damage............................................5-74
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic
Surfaces.................................................5-71
Sheet Metal Damage...................................5-74
Tires..........................................................5-74
Underbody Maintenance...............................5-74
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials................5-75
Washing Your Vehicle...................................5-72
Weatherstrips..............................................5-71
Windshield and Wiper Blades........................5-73
Ashtrays........................................................3-13
Audio System(s).............................................3-33
AM-FM Radio.............................................3-33
Care of Your CD Player...............................3-45
Care of Your CDs........................................3-45
Fixed Mast Antenna.....................................3-45
Radio with CD....................................3-35, 3-39
Understanding Radio Reception.....................3-45
Automatic Transaxle
Fluid..........................................................5-18
Operation...................................................2-21
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