57Maintenance Log
MAINTENANCE
EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCE ITEMS
Steering Gear
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 according to the 
instructions in the Owner’s Manual. When 
rotating tires, check for damage and  
uneven wear. Replace if necessary.
Transfer Case Oil
Inspect or replace at specified intervals. When 
performing inspections, check for signs of 
leakage. If you discover any leakage, have it 
repaired by a qualified technician immediately.
Wiper Blades
The wiper blades should not show any  
signs of cracking, splitting, wear, 
contamination or deformation. The wiper 
blades should clear the windshield without 
streaking or skipping.