Throttle System Inspection
Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding,
and for damaged
or
missing parts. Replace parts as
needed. Replace any components that have high effort
or
excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator and
cruise control cables.
Rear Axle (All)
and
Front Axle
(Four-wheel Drive) Service
Check the gear lubricant level and add if needed. See
“Rear Axle” and “Four-wheel Drive” in the Index. A
fluid loss may indicate a problem. Check the system(s),
and repair the system(s) if needed. Refer to “Scheduled
Maintenance Services,” earlier
in
this section, to
determine when to change the lubricant.
Brake System Inspection
Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines
and
hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks,
chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors
for surface condition. Also inspect drum brake linings
for wear and cracks. Inspect other brake parts, including
drums, wheel cylinders, calipers, parking brake, etc.
Check parking brake adjustment.
You
may need to have
your brakes inspected more often if your driving habits
or
conditions result in frequent braking.
Clutch System Service
Check clutch pedal free travel and adjust as necessary.
See “Clutch Adjustment” in the Index.
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