2008 Matrix Scheduled Maintenance Guide
30,000 Miles or 36 months
Replace engine air filterReplace engine oil and oil filter1
Rotate tiresTighten drive shaft bolt
Inspect the following: __ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Brake lines and hoses
__ Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
4
__ Drive shaft boots
__ Engine coolant3
__ Exhaust pipes and mountings
__ Front differential oil __ Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band
and fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
__ Fuel tank cap gasket
__ Steering gear box
__ Steering linkage and boots
__ Transmission fluid or oil
NOTE: Driving in heavy traffic, on dirt roads or in urban, dusty or desert areas may shorten
the life of the cabin air filter. Replacement may be needed if you notice reduced air flow from
the air conditioner and heater or if the windows fog easily when you use the Freshmode.
Consult your dealer if any of these conditions occur.
Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions
2
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Replace front differential oil (manual transmission only)Replace manual transmission oilTighten nuts and bolts on chassis and body
D
EALERSERVICEVERIFICATION:
D
ATE:
M
ILEAGE:
MAINTENANCE LOG
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1Reset the oil replacement reminder light ( MAINT REQD) or the messageOIL MAINTENANCE REQUIRED on the
multi-information display after engine oil replacement.
2Perform these service items only if you drive primarily under the conditions indicated.3Refer to Engine Coolant in theExplanation of Maintenance Items section in the back of this guide for more
information.
4Inspect thickness measurement and disc runout.
2008 Matrix Scheduled Maintenance Guide
90,000 Miles or 108 Months
Replace engine air filterReplace engine oil and oil filter1
Rotate tiresTighten drive shaft bolt
Inspect the following: __ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Brake lines and hoses
__ Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
4
__ Drive belts
__ Drive shaft boots
__ Engine coolant
3
__ Exhaust pipes and mountings __ Front differential oil
__ Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band
and fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
__ Fuel tank cap gasket
__ Steering gear box
__ Steering linkage and boots
__ Transmission fluid or oil
NOTE: Driving in heavy traffic, on dirt roads or in urban, dusty or desert areas may shorten
the life of the cabin air filter. Replacement may be needed if you notice reduced air flow from
the air conditioner and heater or if the windows fog easily when you use the Freshmode.
Consult your dealer if any of these conditions occur.
Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions
2
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Replace front differential oil (manual transmission only)Replace manual transmission oilTighten nuts and bolts on chassis and body
D
EALERSERVICEVERIFICATION:
D
ATE:
M
ILEAGE:
MAINTENANCE LOG
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1Reset the oil replacement reminder light ( MAINT REQD) or the messageOIL MAINTENANCE REQUIRED on the
multi-information display after engine oil replacement.
2Perform these service items only if you drive primarily under the conditions indicated.3Refer to Engine Coolant in theExplanation of Maintenance Items section in the back of this guide for more
information.
4Inspect thickness measurement and disc runout.
2008 Scheduled Maintenance GuideMATRIX
The following descriptions are provided to give you a better understanding 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 OR MANUAL TRANSMISSION OIL
Inspect or 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, deterioration 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.
CABIN AIR FILTER
Replace at specified intervals. Driving in heavy traffic, on dirt roads or in urban, desert or dusty
areas may shorten filter’s life. More frequent replacement may be necessary.
DIFFERENTIAL OIL
Inspect 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.
DRIVE BELTS
Inspect for cracks, excessive wear and oiliness. Check the belt tension and adjust if necessary.
Replace the belts if they are damaged.
DRIVE SHAFT BOLT
Tighten to specified torque. A qualified technician should perform this operation.
EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCE ITEMS
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