Maintenance
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Maintenance itemMaintenance
operationMaintenance intervalsDriving condition
Front suspension ball jointsIInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, E, F, G
Disc brakes and pads (if equipped)IInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, E, G, H
Drum brakes and linings (if equipped)IInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, E, G, H
Parking brakeIInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, G, H
Driveshaft and bootsIInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, E, F, G, H, I
Climate control air filter (if equipped)RInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, E
Severe driving conditions
A : Repeatedly driving short distance of less than 5 miles (8
km) in normal temperature or less than 10 miles (16 km) in
freezing temperature
B : Extensive engine idling or low speed driving for long dis- tances
C : Driving on rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, graveled or salt- spread roads
D : Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in very cold weather
E : Driving in sandy areas F : More than 50 % driving in heavy city traffic during hot
weather above 32°C (90°F)
G : Driving on uphill, downhill, or mountain roads
H : Towing a trailer (if equipped)
I : Driving for patrol car, taxi, commercial car or vehicle towing
J : Driving over 140 km/h (87 mile/h)
K : Driving over 170 km/h (106 mile/h)
L : Frequently driving in stop-and-go conditions
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Maintenance
Brake hoses and lines
Visually check for proper installation,
chafing, cracks, deterioration and any
leakage. Replace any deteriorated or
damaged parts immediately. Brake fluid
Check brake fluid level in the brake fluid
reservoir. The level should be between
“MIN” (Minimum) and “MAX” (Maximum)
marks on the side of the reservoir. Use
only hydraulic brake fluid conforming to
DOT 3 or DOT 4 specification.
Parking brake
Inspect the parking brake system includ-
ing the parking brake pedal and cables.Brake discs, pads, calipers and
rotors
Check the pads for excessive wear, discs
for run out and wear, and calipers for fluid
leakage. Suspension mounting bolts
Check the suspension connections for
looseness or damage. Retighten to the
specified torque.
Steering gear box, linkage &
boots/lower arm ball joint
With the vehicle stopped and engine off,
check for excessive free-play in the
steering wheel.
Check the linkage for bends or damage.
Check the dust boots and ball joints for
deterioration, cracks, or damage.
Replace any damaged parts. Drive shafts and boots
Check the drive shafts, boots and clamps
for cracks, deterioration, or damage.
Replace any damaged parts and, if nec-
essary, repack the grease.
Air conditioning refrigerant (if equipped)
Check the air conditioning lines and con-
nections for leakage and damage.
