GENERAL MAINTENANCE
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Revision: 2006 January2006 M35/M45
OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE
The maintenance items listed here should be performed from time to time, unless otherwise specified.
INSIDE THE VEHICLE
The maintenance items listed here should be checked on a regular basis, such as when performing periodic maintenance, cleaning the
vehicle, etc.ItemReference page
TiresCheck the pressure with a gauge, including the spare, at least once a month
and always prior to a long distance trips. Adjust to the specified pressure if
necessary. Check carefully for damage, cuts or excessive wear.—
Wheel nutsWhen checking the tires, make sure no nuts are missing, and check for any
loose nuts. Tighten if necessary.—
WindshieldClean the windshield on a regular basis. Check the windshield at least every
six months for cracks or other damage. Repair as necessary.—
Tire rotationTires should be rotated every 12,000 km (7,500 miles).MA-35
Wheel alignment and
balanceIf the vehicle pulls to either side while driving on a straight and level road, or if
you detect uneven or abnormal tire wear, there may be a need for wheel align-
ment. If the steering wheel or seat vibrates at normal highway speeds, wheel
balancing may be needed.MA-33,
FSU-6
(2WD),
FSU-23
(AWD)
Windshield wiper
bladesCheck for cracks or wear if they do not wipe properly. —
Doors and engine
hoodCheck that all doors and the engine hood operate smoothly as well as the
trunk lid. Also make sure that all latches lock securely. Lubricate if necessary.
Make sure that the secondary latch keeps the hood from opening when the pri-
mary latch is released.
When driving in areas using road salt or other corrosive materials, check lubri-
cation frequently.MA-38
LampsMake sure that the headlamps, stop lamps, tail lamps, turn signal lamps, and
other lamps are all operating properly and installed securely. Also check head-
lamp aim. Clean the headlamps on a regular basis. —
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Warning lamps and
chimesMake sure that all warning lamps and chimes are operating properly. —
Windshield wiper and
washerCheck that the wipers and washer operate properly and that the wipers do not
streak.—
Windshield defrosterCheck that the air comes out of the defroster outlets properly and in sufficient
quantity when operating the heater or air conditioner.—
Steering wheelCheck that it has the specified play. Be sure to check for changes in the steer-
ing condition, such as excessive play, hard steering or strange noises.
Free play: Less than 35 mm (1.38 in)—
SeatsCheck seat position controls such as seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. to
make sure they operate smoothly and that all latches lock securely in every
position. Check that the head restrains move up and down smoothly and that
the locks (if equipped) hold securely in all latched positions. Check that the
latches lock securely for folding-down rear seatbacks.—
Seat beltsCheck that all parts of the seat belt system (e.g. buckles, anchors, adjusters
and retractors) operate properly and smoothly, and are installed securely.
Check the belt webbing for cuts, fraying, wear or damage.MA-39
Accelerator pedalCheck the pedal for smooth operation and make sure the pedal does not catch
or require uneven effort. Keep the floor mats away from the pedal.—
BrakesCheck that the brake does not pull the vehicle to one side when applied. —
Brake pedal and
boosterCheck the pedal for smooth operation and make sure it has the proper dis-
tance under it when depressed fully. Check the brake booster function. Be
sure to keep the floor mats away from the pedal.BR-6
, BR-18
WW-42
FRONT WIPER AND WASHER SYSTEM
Revision: 2006 January2006 M35/M45
Removal and Installation of Front Wiper Arms, Adjustment of Wiper Arms Stop
Location
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REMOVAL
1. Turn wiper switch ON to operate wiper motor, and then turn wiper switch OFF (auto stop).
2. Open hood, remove arm caps, and remove wiper arm nuts.
3. Raise wiper arm, and remove wiper arm from the vehicle.
INSTALLATION
1. Clean up the pivot area as shown in the figure. This will reduce
possibility of wiper arm looseness.
2. Prior to wiper arm installation, turn on wiper switch to operate
wiper motor and then turn it “OFF” (auto stop).
3. Push wiper arm onto pivot shaft, paying attention to blind spline.
4. Lift the blade up and then set it down onto glass surface to set
the blade center to clearance “L1” & “L2” immediately before
tightening nuts.
5. Spray washer fluid. Turn on wiper switch to operate wiper motor
and then turn it “OFF”.
6. Make sure that wiper blades stop within clearance “L1” & “L2”.
Tighten wiper arm nuts to specified torque.
7. Attach wiper arm caps.
ADJUSTMENT
Refer to WW-42, "INSTALLATION" .
SEL024J
Clearance “L1” : 17.9 7.5 mm (0.705 0.295 in)
Clearance “L2” : 33.2
7.5 mm (1.307 0.295 in)
Front wiper arm nuts : 23.5 Nꞏm (2.4 kg-m, 17 ft-lb)
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