9-6
Maintenance
Owner maintenance schedule
When you stop for charging:
• Check the coolant level in the coolant
reservoir.
•
Check the windshield washer fluid
level.
•
Check for low or under-inflated tires.
WARNING
Be careful when checking
your coolant level when the
motor c
ompartment is hot.
This may result in coolant
being blown out of the
opening and cause serious
burns and other injuries.
While operating your vehicle:
• Check for vibrations in the steering
wheel. Notice if there is any increased
steering effort or looseness in the
steering wheel, or change in its
straight-ahead position.
•
Notice if your vehicle constantly turns
slightly or “pulls” to one side when
traveling on smooth, level road.
•
When stopping, listen and check for
unusual sounds, pulling to one side,
increased brake pedal travel or “hard-
to-push” brake pedal.
•
If any slipping or changes in the
operation of your gear shift occurs,
check the shift gear fluid level.
•
Check the shift gear P (Park) function.
•
Check the parking brake.
•
Check for fluid leaks under your
vehicle (water dripping from the air
conditioning system during or after
use is normal).
At least monthly:
• Check coolant level in the coolant
reservoir.
•
Check the operation of all exterior
lights, including the stoplights, turn
signals and hazard warning flashers.
•
Check the inflation pressures of all
tires including the spare (if equipped)
for tires that are worn, show uneven
wear, or are damaged.
•
Check for loose wheel bolts.
At least twice a year: (for example,
every Spring and Autumn)
• Check radiator, heater and air
conditioning hoses for leaks or
damage.
•
Check windshield washer spray and
wiper operation. Clean wiper blades
with a clean cloth dampened with
washer fluid.
•
Check headlamp alignment.
•
Check the seat belts for wear and
function.
At least once a year:
• Clean body and door drain holes.
•
Lubricate door hinges and hood
hinges.
•
Lubricate door and hood locks and
latches.
• Lubricate door rubber weather strips.
•
Check the air conditioning system.
•
Inspect and lubricate shift gear
linkage and controls.
• Clean the battery (12V) and terminals.
•
Check the brake fluid level.