Maintenance
8-10
t At least monthly
S Check function of all interior and
exterior lights.
S Check tires for wear and proper air
pressure (page 8-40).
S Check engine oil level (page 8-18).
S Check coolant level in the coolant
reservoir (page 8-23).
S Check
washer fluid level (page
8-36).
t At least twice a year (for example,
every spring and fall)
S Check power steering fluid level
(page 8-31).
S Check
clutch fluid
level (if equipped)
(page 8-30).
S Check
and clean body and door
drain
holes.
S Check and lubricate all hinges,
latches, and outside locks.
S Check and lubricate door rubber
weather strips.
S Check parking brake for proper
operation (page 5-40).
S Check lap/shoulder belts and seat
latches for wear and function (page
2-19).
S Check air pressure in spare tire.
S Check windshield washer spray and
wiper operation. Clean wiper blades
with clean cloth dampened with
washer fluid.
S Check safety warning lamps (brake,
ABS, air bag, safety belt) for opera-
tion.
S Check
cooling system fluid level
and
coolant strength.
S Check
battery water level (non-main
-
tenance free).
S Check
battery connections and
clean
if necessary.