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GENERAL MAINTENANCE
UNDER THE HOOD AND VEHICLE
The maintenance items listed here should be checked periodically (e.g. each time you check the engine oil or refuel).
Steering wheel
Check that it has the specified play. Be sure to check for changes in the steering
condition, such as excessive play, hard steering or strange noises. Free play:
Less than 35 mm (1.38 in.)
MA-44, "STEERING
GEAR AND LINKAGE :
Checking Steering Gear
and Linkage"
Seat belts
Check that all parts of the seat belt system (e.g. buckles, anchors, adjusters and
retractors) operate properly and smoothly and are installed securely. Check the
belt webbing for cuts, fraying, wear or damage.
MA-46, "SEAT BELT,
BUCKLES, RETRAC-
TORS, ANCHORS AND
ADJUSTERS : Checking
Seat Belts, Buckles, Re-
tractors, Anchors and
Adjusters"
Item
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Windshield washer
fluid
Check that there is adequate fluid in the tank.
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Engine coolant level
Check the coolant level when the engine is cold.
MA-24, "FOR MEXICO :
Engine Coolant Mixture
Ratio"
Brake fluid level
Make sure that the brake fluid level is between the “MAX” and “MIN” lines on the
reservoir.
MA-43, "BRAKE FLUID
LEVEL AND LEAKS :
Checking Brake Fluid
Level and Leaks"
Battery
Check the fluid level in each cell. It should be between the “MAX” and “MIN” lines.
Vehicles operated in high temperatures or under severe conditions require fre-
quent checks of the battery fluid level.
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Engine oil level
Check the level on the dipstick after parking the vehicle on a level spot and turn-
ing off the engine.
MA-22, "FOR MEXICO :
Fluids and Lubricants"