At
Least
Restraint
Twice
a
Year
System Check
Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your
belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages
are working properly.
Look
for any other loose or
damaged safety belt system parts.
If
you see anything
that might keep a safety belt system from doing its
job, have it repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts
replaced.
Also look for any opened or broken air bag coverings,
and have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag
system does not need regular maintenance.)
Wiper Blade Check
Inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking. Replace
blade inserts that appear worn or damaged or that
streak or miss areas of the windshield. Also see
Cleaning the Outside
of
Your Vehicle
on
page 5- 105.
Spare Tire Check
At
least twice a year, after the monthly inflation check of
the spare tire determines that the spare is inflated to
the correct tire inflation pressure, make sure that
the spare tire
is
stored securely. Push, pull, and then
try
to rotate or turn the tire.
If
it moves, use the wheel
wrenchhatchet to tighten the cable. See
Changing a Flat
Tire
on
page 5-84.
Engine Air Cleaner Filter Restriction
Indicator Check
(If
Equipped)
Your vehicle has an indicator located on the air cleaner
in the engine compartment that lets you know when
the air cleaner filter is dirty and needs to be changed.
Check indicator at least twice a year or when your
engine oil is changed, whichever occurs first. See
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
on
page 5-23
for more
information. Inspect your air cleaner filter restriction
indicator more often
if
the vehicle is used in dusty areas
or under
off
road conditions.
Weatherstrip Lubrication
Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last
longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply
silicone grease with a clean cloth. During very cold,
damp weather more frequent application may be
required. See
Part
D:
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants
on
page 6-18.
Manual Transmission Check
Check the transmission fluid level; add
if
needed. See
Manual Transmission Fluid
on
page 5-31.
Check
for leaks.
A
fluid leak is the only reason for fluid
loss.
Have the system inspected and repaired
if
needed.
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