Periodic Service
10-4
screw,
the
rebound
damping
force
adjusting screw or the oil reservoir with
your bare hand or skin until suspension
components have cooled.
⚫
Always
adjust
the
shock
absorber
assemblies on the left and right side to the
same setting. Uneven adjustment can
cause poor handling and loss of stability,
which could lead to an accident.
JACK POSITIONING
WARNING
To avoid personal injury, death or vehicle damage:
⚫
Do not work under the vehicle unless it is
secured by safe stands or suitable
blocking.
■
Front End
Jack stand at the front bumper only.
[1] Jack
[2] Front bumper
Do not apply jack pressure on the steel plate
directly under the engine.
[1] Jack
PRE-OPERATION CHECK
For your own safety and maximum service life of
the vehicle, make a thorough daily inspection
before starting the engine or
operating the
vehicle.
CAUTION
To avoid personal injury:
⚫
Be sure to check and service the vehicle
on a flat surface with the engine off and
the parking brake “ON”.
■
Walk Around Inspection
Look around and under the vehicle for such items
as loose bolts, trash build-up, oil or coolant leaks,
broken or worn parts.
