General Maintenance Information18
Explanation of Maintenance Items
Drive Belts
Inspect for cracks, excessive wear and oiliness. Check the belt tension and
adjust if necessary. Replace the belts if they are damaged.
Drive Shaft Boots
Check the drive shaft boots and clamps fo rcrac ks, deterioration and damage.
Re place any deteriorated or damaged par ts and, if necessary, repack the grease.
Aq ualified technician should per form these operations.
Engine Air Filter
Re place at specified intervals. When performi ng inspections, check for damage,
ex cessive wear and oiliness, and replace if necessary.
Engine Coolant
Drain and flush the cool ing system and refill with an ethylene-glycol type
coolant. A qualified technician should perform this operation.
Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Replace the oil filter and drain and r efill the engine oil. For recommended oil
gr ade and viscosity, refert o the
Owner’s Manual.
Engine Valve Clearance
Inspect for excessive lifter noise and engi ne vibration and adjust if necessary.
Aq ualified technician should perform this operation.
Exhaust Pipes and Mountings
Visually inspect the exhaust pipes, muffler and hangers for cracks, deterioration
and damage. Start the engine and listen carefully for any exhaust gas leakage.
Tighten connections or replace parts as necessary.
Fuel Lines and Connections, Fuel Tank Band and
F uel Tank Vapor Vent System Hoses
Visually inspect for corrosion, damage, cr acks and loose or leaking connections.
Tighten connections or replace parts as necessary.
F uel Tank Cap Gasket
Visually inspect for cracks, deterioration an d damage and replace if necessary.
