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EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCE ITEMS
Fuel Lines and Connections,  
Fuel Tank Band and Fuel Tank 
Vapor Vent System Hoses
Visually inspect for corrosion, damage,  
cracks, and loose or leaking connections. 
Tighten connections or replace parts  
as necessary.
Fuel Tank Cap Gasket
Visually inspect for cracks, deterioration  
and damage and replace if necessary.
Nuts and Bolts on Chassis  
and Body
Retighten the seat-mounting bolts and  
front /rear suspension member retaining  
bolts to specified torque.
Radiator and Condenser
Inspect for debris, corrosion and signs 
of damage. Have any problem repaired 
immediately by a qualified technician.
Spark Plugs
Replace at specified intervals. Install new 
plugs of the same type as originally  
equipped. A qualified technician should 
perform this operation.
Steering Gear
Inspect for signs of leakage. If you  
discover any leakage, have it repaired 
immediately by a qualified technician.
Steering Linkage and Boots
With the vehicle stopped, check for  
excessive freeplay in the steering wheel. 
Inspect the linkage for bending and  
damage and the dust boots for  
deterioration, cracks and damage. Replace 
any damaged parts. A qualified technician 
should perform these operations.
Tire Rotation
Tires should be rotated according to the 
instructions in the Owner’s Manual. When 
rotating tires, check for damage and  
uneven wear. Replace if necessary.
Transmission Fluid or Oil
Inspect or replace at specified intervals. 
When performing inspections, check each 
component for signs of leakage. If you 
discover any leakage, have it repaired by  
a qualified technician immediately.
Vacuum Pump for Brake Booster
Inspect or replace at specified intervals.  
A qualified technician should perform  
this operation.
Wiper Blades
The wiper blades should not show any  
signs of cracking, splitting, wear, 
contamination or deformation. The wiper 
blades should clear the windshield without 
streaking or skipping.
Maintenance Log 
MAINTENANCE