43Maintenance Log
MAINTENANCE
EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCE ITEMS
Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Replace the oil lter and drain and re ll
the engine oil at speci ed intervals. For
recommended oil grade and viscosity,
refer to the Owner’ s Manual.
Exhaust Pipes and Mountings
Visually inspect the exhaust pipes, muf er
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 Vapor Vent System
Hoses and Fuel Tank Band
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
Retighten the seat-mounting bolts and
front /rear suspension member retaining
bolts to speci ed torque.
Spark Plugs
Replace at speci ed intervals. Install new
plugs of the same type as originally
equipped. A quali ed technician should
perform this operation.
Steering Gear
Inspect for signs of leakage. If you
discover any leakage, have it repaired
immediately by a quali ed 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 quali ed technician
should perform these operations.
Tire Rotation
Tires should be rotated according to the
instructions in the Owner’s Manual. When
rotating tires, check for damage and
uneven wear. Replace if necessary.
