ties and the
filter
functions
properly is greatly reduced.
It
is
recommended
that
the oil and
filter
be changed
at
three months
or
3,000 miles when the vehicle is used in
severe service
as
outlined below:
a. Extended periods
of
idling
or
low
speed
dr
iving (stop
and-go
or
city
dr
iving especially in cold weather) .
b.
Tow
ing recreational
or
other'vehicles
for
long periods
of
time.
c. Extended periods
of
driving in excess
of
70
mph
.
REGULAR MAINTENANCE
1,000 mile inspection (no labor charge)
1.
Check funct
io
n
of
headlights, stop li
ghts
, directional
lights, warning flashers, back-up lights,
indicator
lights,
warning lights and buzzers, windshield wipers/washer,
heater fan , and
horn
.
2. Adjust the tension of the V-belts.
3.
Check the battery electrolyte level.
4.
Check the fluid level and, if necessary, replenish
brake fluid in the master cylinders
for
brakes and
clutch
.
5. Adjust the clearance
of
the release bearing. (not
automatic transmission).
6. Measure camber, caster and toe-in.
Adjust
if necessary.
7. Change the gearbox o
il.
(Manual transmission) .
Oil to be paid
for
by the car
owner
. Clean the magnetic
plug. Do
not
confuse the drain plugs
for
engine and gear-
box.
8. Tighten the bolts
for
the rear axle cross bar.
9. Tighten the bolts that hold the
contro
l arms to the
body (
fr
ont) and the bolts that hold the spring links to the
body (rear).
10
. Tighten the exhaust pipe flange bolts and test the
exhaust system
for
leakage.
11
. Tighten the bolts
for
all engine brackets.
12.
Check the
rubber
bellows at
outer
and
inner
drive
shaft
jOints.
13. Check the brake hoses and lines. Check tightness
of
fittings.
14
. Check the headlight alignment.
15. Test drive the car on the road and check its
condition
,
especially the function
of
brakes and clutch.
Additional information for cars equipped
with
automatic
transmission:
16. Adjust the gear selector wire.
17. Retighten the bolts
for
the covers under the gear-
box.
18.
Check the oil level in the automatic transmission
and the differential.
EMISSION SYSTEMS REQUIRED
MAINTENANCE SERVICES
Fuel Injection
En
gine
Free se
rvi
ce inspec
ti
on 1,000 miles
1. Tighten the
cylinder
head bolts and manifolds
to the prescribed torque.
2. Check cooling system hoses and
connections
for
leaks
(pressure test) . Check
coolant
level and anti-freeze
con-
tents.
3. Check, clean and adjust the spark plugs. Check the
cable terminals.
4. Check
condition
of
breaker points. Set dwell angle
and i
gnit
ion
timing
.
Lubr
icate the distributor.
S.
Check idle speed and CO content.
6. Change the engine oil
Oil
to
be paid
for
by
the car
owner
.
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