Maintenance ItemMaintenance Interval (Miles or Number of months, whichever occurs first)
After the described period, continue to follow the described maintenance at the
recommended intervals.
I = Inspect; R = Replace, Change, Tire Rotate or lubricate; T= Tighten to specified torque
Miles (000) 7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60 67.5 75 82.5 90
Months 7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60 67.5 75 82.5 90
Cabin air filterNormal R R R R R R
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 “fresh”
mode. Consult your dealer if any of these conditions occur.
Clutch fluid and system operations I I I I I I
Drive belt I I I
Drive shaft bootsNormal I I I I I I
Driving on dirt or
dusty roadsIIIIIIII I I I I
Severe Repeated short driving distance; driving on rough and/or muddy
roads; when operating on rough and/or muddy roads; driving in
extremely cold weather; in areas where road salts or other corrosive
materials are used; if living in coastal areas, inspect every 7,500 miles
or 7.5 months, whichever occurs first
Engine oil and oil filterNormalRRRRRRRR R R R R
SevereRepeated short distance driving; driving in extremely cold weather,
replace every 3,750 miles or 3 and 3/4 months, whichever occurs first
Scheduled Maintenance
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T
he 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.
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.
EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCE ITEMS
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