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The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this manual must be done at the times or mileages specified to protect your vehicle warranty and ensure the best vehicle performance and reliability. More frequent maintenance may be needed for vehicles in severe operating conditions, such as dusty areas and very short trip driving. Inspection and service should also be done anytime a malfunction is suspected.

NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or six months, whichever comes first.

CAUTION!

Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the vehicle.

At Each Stop For Fuel

• Check the engine oil level about five minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.

• Check the windshield washer solvent, and add if required.

Once A Month

• Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage. Rotate tires at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before your next scheduled service.

• Inspect the battery, and clean and tighten the terminals as required.

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Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, power steering, and transmission, and add as needed.

• Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct operation.

At Each Oil Change

• Change the engine oil filter.

• Inspect the exhaust system.

NOTE: Also, inspect the exhaust system if you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system, or if the exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle.

• Inspect the brake hoses.

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Inspect the suspension components.

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• Lubricate door hinges and check springs.

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Check the engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps.

• Check power steering fluid level.

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Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.

Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary.

Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before scheduled maintenance.

Inspect the exhaust system.

Change Brake Fluid. *

Adjust the parking brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes.

Change the manual transmission fluid.

Inspect the manual transmission fluid, add as necessary.

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Change the rear axle fluid.

Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and boot seals, for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary.

Replace the engine air cleaner.

Inspect and replace the PCV

Valve if necessary.

Replace the spark plugs. **

Flush and replace the engine coolant at 120 months if not done at 150,000 miles (240,000 km).

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WARNING!

• You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic.

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Failure to properly inspect and maintain your vehicle could result in a component malfunction and effect vehicle handling and performance. This could cause an accident.

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