MAINTENANCE
EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCE ITEMS
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 using fluid type specified
in your Owner’s Manual. A qualified
technician 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. A qualified technician
should perform these inspections.
For further information on
maintenance services that you
can perform yourself, see the
maintenance sections of your
Owner’s Manual.
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