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.
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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 AND CONDENSER
Inspect for debris, corrosion and signs of damage. Have any problem repaired immediately
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 at specified intervals according to the instructions in the
Owner’s
Manual
. When rotating tires, check for damage and uneven wear. Replace if necessary.
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