VEHICLE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS
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EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE ITEMS
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o Engine Oil and Filter
The engine oil and filter should be
changed at the intervals specified in
the maintenance schedule. If the car
is being driven in severe conditions,
more frequent oil and filter changes
are required.
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o Drive Belts
Inspect all drive belts for evidence of
cuts, cracks, excessive wear or oil
and replace if necessary. Drive belts
should be checked periodically for
proper tension and adjusted as nec-
essary.
After installing a new filter, run the
engine for several minutes, and check
for leaks at the connections. Fuel
filters should be installed by trained
technicians.
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o Fuel Lines, Fuel Hoses and
Connections
Check the fuel lines, fuel hoses and
connections for leakage and damage.
Have a trained technician replace any
damaged or leaking parts immedi-
ately.
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o Timing Belt
Inspect all parts related to the timing
belt for damage and deformation.
Replace any damaged parts immedi-
ately.
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o Vapor Hose and Fuel Filler Cap
The vapor hose and fuel filler cap
should be inspected at those inter-
vals specified in the maintenance
schedule. Make sure that a new va-
por hose or fuel filler cap is correctly
replaced.
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o Vacuum, Crankcase Ventila-
tion Hoses
Inspect the surface of hoses for evi-
dence of heat and/or mechanical dam-
age. Hard and brittle rubber, crack-
ing, tears, cuts, abrasions, and ex-
cessive swelling indicate deteriora-
tion. Particular attention should be
paid to examine those hose surfaces
nearest to high heat sources, such as
the exhaust manifold.
Inspect the hose routing to assure
that the hoses do not come in contact
with any heat source, sharp edges or
moving component which might cause
heat damage or mechanical wear.
Inspect all hose connections, such as
clamps and couplings, to make sure
they are secure, and that no leaks are
present. Hoses should be replaced
immediately if there is any evidence
of deterioration or damage.
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o Fuel Filter
A clogged filter can limit the speed at
which the vehicle may be driven, dam-
age the emission system and cause
hard starting. If an excessive amount
of foreign matter accumulates in the
fuel tank, the filter may require re-
placement more frequently.
