VEHICLE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS
5-6
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o Cooling System
Check the cooling system part, such as radia-
tor, coolant reservoir, hoses and connections
for leakage and damage. Replace any dam-
aged parts.
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o Engine coolant
The coolant should be changed at the intervals
specified in the maintenance schedule.
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o Manual or semi-automatic transaxle
oil
Inspect the manual or semi-automatic transaxle
oil according to the maintenance schedule.
NOTE:
If the oil level is low, check for possible
leaks before adding oil. Do not overfill.
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o Automatic transaxle fluid
The fluid level should be in the “HOT” range of
the dipstick, after engine and transaxle are at
normal operating temperature. Check the Auto-
matic Transaxle Fluid level with the engine
running and the transaxle in neutral, with the
parking brake properly applied. Use ESSO
JWS3314 when adding or changing fluid.
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o Brake hoses and lines
Visually check for proper installation, chafing,
cracks, deterioration and any leakage. Replace
any deteriorated or damaged parts immediate-
ly.
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o Brake fluid
Check brake fluid level in the brake fluid reser-
voir. The level should be between "MIN" and
"MAX" marks on the side of the reservoir. Use
only hydraulic brake fluid conforming to DOT 3
or DOT 4.
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o Rear brake drums/linings, parking
brake
Check the rear brake drums and linings for
scoring, burning, leaking fluid, broken parts,
and excessive wear. Inspect the parking brake
system including the parking brake lever and
cables. For detailed service procedures, refer
to the Shop Manual.
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o Brake pads, calipers and rotors
Check the pads for excessive wear, discs for
run out and wear, and calipers for fluid leakage.
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o Exhaust pipe and muffler
Visually inspect the exhaust pipes, muffler and
hangers for cracks, deterioration, or damage.
Start the engine and listen carefully for any
exhaust gas leakage. Tighten connections or
replace parts as necessary.
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o Suspension mounting bolts
Check the suspension connections for loose-
ness or damage. Retighten to the specified
torque.
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o 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.
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o Power steering pump, belt and hos-
es
Check the power steering pump and hoses for
leakage and damage. Replace any damaged
or leaking parts immediately. Inspect the power
steering belt for evidence of cuts, cracks, ex-
cessive wear, oiliness and proper tension.
Replace or adjust it if necessary.
