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At least monthly:
Check coolant level in the enginecoolant reservoir.
Check the operation of all exterior lights, including the stoplights, turn sig-
nals and hazard warning flashers.
Check the inflation pressures of all tyres including the spare. G030104AUN-EA
At least twice a year
(i.e., every Spring and Fall) :
Check radiator, heater and air condi- tioning hoses for leaks or damage.
Check windshield washer spray and wiper operation. Clean wiper blades
with clean cloth dampened with wash-er fluid.
Check headlight alignment.
Check muffler, exhaust pipes, shields and clamps.
Check the lap/shoulder belts for wear and function.
Check for worn tyres and loose wheel nuts. G030105AFD-EA
At least once a year :
Clean body and door drain holes.
Lubricate door hinges, check straps
and bonnet hinges.
Lubricate door and bonnet locks and latches.
Lubricate door rubber weatherstrips.
Check the air conditioning system.
Inspect and lubricate automatic transaxle linkage and controls.
Clean battery and terminals.
Check the brake (and clutch) fluid level.
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NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE - PETROL ENGINE
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I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.* 1
: Adjust alternator and power steering (and water pump drive belt) and air conditioner drive belt (if equipped).
Inspect and if necessary correct or replace.
* 2
: Check the engine oil level and leak every 500 km or before starting a long trip.
* 3
: For your convenience, it can be replaced prior to it's interval when you do maintenance of other items.
MAINTENANCE
INTERVALSNumber of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96
Km×1,000 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120
Drive belts * 1
IIII
Engine oil and engine oil filter * 2
RRR RRRRR
Tensioner, idler and damper pulley
Air cleaner filter I I R I I R I I
Spark plugs
Replace every 40,000 km * 3
Replace every 160,000 km * 3
: 3.3L engine - iridium coated
Inspect when replacing the drive belt
MAINTENANCE ITEM
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NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE - PETROL ENGINE (CONT.)
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.
Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96
Km×1,000 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120
Steering gear rack, linkage and boots I I I I I I I I
Power steering pump, belt and hoses I I I I I I I I
Driveshaft and boots I I I I
Tyre (pressure & tread wear) I I I I I I I I
Front suspension ball joints I I I I I I I I
Bolt and nuts on chassis and body I I I I I I I I
Air conditioner refrigerant (if equipped) I I I I I I I I
Air conditioner compressor (if equipped) I I I I I I I I
Climate control air filter (if equipped) R R R R R R R R
Manual transaxle fluid (if equipped) I I I I I I I I
Automatic transaxle fluid (if equipped)
III IIRI I
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE ITEM
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MAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE USAGE CONDITIONS - PETROL ENGINE
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The following items must be serviced more frequently on cars mainly used under severe driving conditions.
Refer to the chart below for the appropriate maintenance intervals.
R : Replace I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace
Engine oil and engine oil filter R Every 7,500 km or 6 months A, B, C, D, E,
F, G, H, I K
Air cleaner filter R C, E
Spark plugs R B, H
Manual transaxle fluid (if equipped) R Every 100,000 km C, D, E, G, H, I, K
Automatic transaxle fluid (if equipped) R Every 40,000 km A, C, D, E, F,
G, H, I
Steering gear rack, linkage and boots I C, D, E, F, G
MAINTENANCE ITEMMaintenance
operation Maintenance intervals
Driving condition
Replace more frequently
depending on the condition
Inspect more frequently
depending on the condition Replace more frequently
depending on the condition
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Severe driving conditions
A : Repeated short distance driving
B : Extensive idling
C : Driving in dusty, rough roads
D : Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive
materials
E : Driving in sandy areas
F : More than 50 % driving in heavy city traffic during hot weather above 32°C (90°F) G : Driving in mountainous areas
H : Towing a trailer or using a camper, or roof rack
I : Driving for patrol car, taxi, commercial car or vehicle tow-
ing
J : Driving in very cold weather
K : Driving over 170 km/h
L : Frequently driving in stop-and-go conditions
Front suspension ball joints I C, D, E, F, G
Disc brakes and pads, calipers and rotors I C, D, E, G, H
Drum brakes and linings (if equipped) I C, D, E, G, H
Parking brake I C, D, G, H
Driveshaft and boots I C, D, E, F, G, H, I
Climate control air filter (if equipped) R C, E
MAINTENANCE ITEMMaintenance
operation Maintenance intervals
Driving condition
Inspect more frequently
depending on the condition
Inspect more frequently
depending on the condition
Inspect more frequently
depending on the condition
Inspect more frequently
depending on the condition
Inspect more frequently
depending on the condition
Replace more frequently
depending on the condition
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NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE - DIESEL ENGINE
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I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.* 1
: Adjust alternator and power steering and air conditioner drive belt (if equipped).
Inspect and if necessary correct or replace.
* 2
: Check the engine oil level and leak every 500 km or before starting a long trip.
MAINTENANCE
INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE ITEMNumber of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96
Km×1,000 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120
Drive belts * 1
IIII
Engine oil and engine oil filter * 2
RRR RRRRR
Engine timing belt 2.0L Diesel
Tensioner/idler/damper pulley Air cleaner filter I I R I I R I IInspect when replacing the drive belt or timing beltInspect every 90,000 km or 72 months
Replace every 150,000 km or 120 months
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NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE - DIESEL ENGINE (CONT.)
Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 Km×1,000
15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120
Steering gear rack, linkage and boots I I I I I I I I
Power steering pump, belt and hoses I I I I I I I I
Drive shaft and boots I I I I I I I I
Tyre (pressure & tread wear) I I I I I I I I
Front suspension ball joints I I I I I I I I
Bolt and nuts on chassis and body I I I I I I I I
Air conditioner refrigerant (if equipped) I I I I I I I I
Air conditioner compressor (if equipped) I I I I I I I I
Climate control air filter (if equipped)RRR RRRRR
Manual transaxle fluid (if equipped) I I I I I I I I
Automatic transaxle fluid (if equipped) I I I I I R I I
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE ITEM
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.
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MAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE USAGE CONDITIONS - DIESEL ENGINE
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The following items must be serviced more frequently on cars mainly used under severe driving conditions.
Refer to the chart below for the appropriate maintenance intervals.
R : Replace I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace
MAINTENANCE ITEM Maintenance
operation Maintenance intervals
Driving condition
Replace more frequently
depending on the condition
Engine oil and engine oil filter R Every 7,500 km or 6 months
A, B, C, F, G,
H, I, J, K, L
Air cleaner filter R C, E
Engine timing belt 2.0L Diesel R Every 75,000 km or 60 months D, E, F, G
Manual transaxle fluid (if equipped) R Every 100,000 km C, D, E, G, H, I, K
Automatic transaxle fluid (if equipped) R Every 40,000 km A, C, D, E, F
G, H, I
Steering gear rack, linkage and boots I C, D, E, F, G
Inspect more frequently
depending on the condition