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45000 MI or 72000 KM

Inspect
    Tie Rod End
      Check boots for damage or leaking grease every 12 months or 15,000 miles.
    Suspension
      Check the bolts for tightness. Check all of the dust covers for deterioration or damage. Inspect every 12 months or 15,000 miles.
    Steering Gear
      Check rack grease and steering linkage every 12 months or 15,000 miles. Check fluid line for damage or leaks.
    Parking Brake System
      Inspect every 12 months or 15,000 miles.
    Fuel Supply Line
      Check fuel lines for loose connections, cracks, and deterioration. Retighten loose connections and replace any damaged parts. Inspect every 12 months or 15,000 miles.
    Fluids
      Check fluid levels and for leaks every 12 months or 15,000 miles. Add fluid as necessary.
    Exhaust System
      Check the catalytic converter heat shield, exhaust pipe and muffler for damage, leaks, and tightness. Inspect every 12 months or 15,000 miles.
    Cooling System
      Check all hoses for damage, leaks or deterioration. Check all hose clamps, tighten if necessary. Inspect every 12 months or 15,000 miles.
    Constant Velocity Joint Boot
      Check for damage and leaking grease every 12 months or 15,000 miles.
    Brakes and Traction Control
    Brake Hose/Line
      Check system (including ABS) every 12 months or 15,000 miles.
Replace
    Oil Filter, Engine
      Replace every 12 months or 15,000 miles.
    Engine Oil
      Change every 12 months or 7500 miles.
    Coolant
      Check specific gravity for freezing point.
    Brake Fluid
      Includes ABS system. Brake fluid level is between upper and lower levels on reservoir.
Rotate
    Tires