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MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES
To ensure that the vehicle is kept in a safe and correct operating condition, it must be inspected
and maintained on a regular basis. Proper lubrication, electrical control adjustments, safety
feature checks, etc. performed at recommended intervals will help prevent damage or failure of
the unit while providing optimum performance.
Follow the guidelines below to assure proper maintenance.
Before starting any repairs or maintenance, immobilize the vehicle by turning the power
keyswitch off and removing the key.
Block the chassis with jack stands before working under a raised vehicle.
Do not use flammable fluids for cleaning parts.
Work in a properly ventilated work area.
Regularly inspect and maintain in safe working condition the brakes, steering mechanisms,
speed and directional control mechanisms, warning devices, guards and safety devices.
Keep the vehicle in a clean condition to minimize fire hazards and facilitate detection of
loose or defective parts.
BRAKE SYSTEM
Adjustments/repairs to the brakes are to be completed by a trained qualified technician at your
Columbia Dealer.
BRAKE FLUID MAINTENANCE
Check the brake fluid in the master cylinder periodically (under normal conditions, every 3
months). The master cylinder is located under the front hood. Use DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake
fluid. Maintain fluid level within 1/4" of master cylinder filler opening.
TIRE CARE
See for recommended tire pressure on vehicle label in front storage area. Improper inflation will
shorten the life of your tires and will adversely affect performance.
NOTICE: Replacement tires must be the same size as original equipment. Increased
tire load ratings are permissible but tire rating does not increase the rated load
carrying capacity of the vehicle.
WHEEL & TIRE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
Place blocks ahead of and behind the wheels that will remain on ground. Slightly loosen lug
nuts. Place a jack under the side of the vehicle in contact with the frame. Raise vehicle and
remove lug nuts and wheels. To install, tighten the lug nuts evenly in a star pattern until the nuts
are all seated and torque to. 65 ft. lbs. (88.1 N.m). Recheck lug nut torque with the vehicle on
the ground.
NOTICE: The wheel may be bent if not torqued in a crossing pattern. This will cause the
wheel to wobble.
