11-4 Service and Maintenance
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Visually inspect windshield wiper
blades for wear, cracking,
or contamination. See Exterior
Care on page 10-81. Replace
worn or damaged wiper blades.
See Wiper Blade Replacement
on page 10-25.
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Check tire inflation pressures.
See Tire Pressure on
page 10-48.
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Inspect tire wear. See Tire
Inspection on page 10-54.
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Visually check for fluid leaks.
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Inspect engine air cleaner filter.
See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on
page 10-10.
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Inspect brake system.
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Visually inspect steering,
suspension, and chassis
components for damaged,
loose, or missing parts or signs
of wear at least once a year.
See Exterior Care on
page 10-81. Lubricate the
suspension and steering
components at least every other
oil change. (If equipped with
grease fittings)
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Check restraint system
components. See Safety System
Check on page 3-24.
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Visually inspect fuel system for
damage or leaks.
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Visually inspect exhaust system
and nearby heat shields for
loose or damaged parts.
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Lubricate body components. See
Exterior Care on page 10-81.
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Check starter switch. See Starter
Switch Check on page 10-24.
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Check automatic transmission
shift lock control function. See
Automatic Transmission Shift
Lock Control Function Check on
page 10-25.
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Check parking brake and
automatic transmission park
mechanism. See Park Brake and
P (Park) Mechanism Check on
page 10-25.
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Check accelerator pedal for
damage, high effort, or binding.
Replace if needed.
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Visually inspect gas strut for
signs of wear, cracks, or other
damage. Check the hold open
ability of the strut. See your
dealer if service is required.
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Inspect sunroof track and seal,
if equipped. See Sunroof on
page 2-28.
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Verify spare tire key lock
operation and lubricate as
needed. See Tire Changing on
page 10-64.