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Maintenance Footnotes

(a) A ﬂuid loss in any vehicle system

could indicate a problem. Have the

system inspected and repaired

and the ﬂuid level checked. Add ﬂuid

if needed.

(b) If driving regularly under dusty

conditions or in high-polluted

regions, replace the ﬁlter at each

engine oil change.

(c) Inspect brake lines and hoses for

proper hook-up, binding, leaks,

cracks, chaﬁng, etc. Inspect disc

brake pads for wear and rotors for

surface condition. Inspect other

brake parts, including calipers,

parking brake, etc.

(d) Inspect front and rear suspension

and steering system for damaged,

loose, or missing parts or signs of

wear. Inspect power steering cables

for proper hook-up, binding, cracks,

chaﬁng, etc. Inspect power steering

hydraulic lines and hoses for proper

hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks,

chaﬁng, etc.

(e) Inspect hoses and have them

replaced if they are cracked,

swollen, or deteriorated. Inspect all

pipes, ﬁttings and clamps; replace

with genuine parts as needed.

To help ensure proper operation,

a pressure test of the cooling system

and pressure cap and cleaning

the outside of the radiator and

air conditioning condenser is

recommended at least once a year.

(f) Inspect wiper blades for wear,

cracking, or contamination.

Clean the windshield and wiper

blades, if contaminated. Replace

wiper blades that are worn or

damaged. See Windshield Wiper

Blade Replacement on page 9-21

and “Windshield and Wiper Blades”

in Exterior Cleaning on page 9-76.

(g) Make sure the safety belt

reminder light and safety belt

assemblies are working properly.

Look for any other loose or

damaged safety belt system parts.

If you see anything that might keep

a safety belt system from doing

its job, have it repaired. Have any

torn or frayed safety belts replaced.

Also see Airbag System Check

on page 1-37.

(h) Lubricate all key lock cylinders,

door hinges and latches, hood

hinges and latches, and trunk lid

hinges and latches. More frequent

lubrication may be required

when exposed to a corrosive

environment. Applying silicone

grease on weatherstrips with a clean

cloth will make them last longer,

seal better, and not stick or squeak.

(i) Change automatic transmission

ﬂuid if the vehicle is mainly driven

under one or more of these

conditions:

− In heavy city traffic where the

outside temperature regularly

reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher.

− In hilly or mountainous terrain.

− When doing frequent trailer

towing.

− Uses such as found in taxi, police,

or delivery service.

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