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EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCE ITEMS
MAINTENANCE
Scheduled Maintenance Log
The following descriptions are provided
to give you a better understanding of
the maintenance services that should
be performed on your vehicle. The
scheduled maintenance log indicates
at which time/mileage intervals each
service should be performed. Please
note that many maintenance services
should be performed only by a
qualified technician.
Axle Shaft Boots
Check the axle shaft boots and
clamps for cracks, deterioration
and damage. Replace any damaged
parts and, if necessary, repack
the grease. A qualified technician
should perform these operations.
Ball Joints and Dust Covers
Check the suspension and steering
linkage ball joints for looseness
and damage. Check all dust covers
for deterioration and damage. A
qualified technician should perform
these inspections.
Body Inspection
Visually check for corrosion, scratches
and other damage. Check outer body
panels, inner panels of the hood and
doors, and underneath the vehicle.
Apply touch-up paint to any chips and
scratches or have them repaired by a
qualified technician.
Brake Fluid
Replace with fluid type specified in
your Owner’s Manual. A qualified tech-
nician should perform this operation.
Brake Lines and Hoses
Visually inspect for proper installation.
Check for chafing, cracks, deterioration
and signs of leakage. Replace any
deteriorated or damaged parts. A
qualified technician should perform
these operations.
Brake Pads, Calipers and Rotors
Check brake pads and rotors for
excessive wear; check brake rotors for
runout. Check brake calipers for fluid
leakage. Some models are equipped
with directional rotors. When servicing
these rotors, reinstall at same location.
A qualified technician should perform
these operations.
For further information on
maintenance services that you
can perform yourself, see the
maintenance sections of your
Owner’s Manual.
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