Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.

45000 MI or 72000 KM

Lubricate
    Control Arm Bushing
    Body and Frame
Tighten/Torque
    Wheels
      Steel wheels: 51-58 ft. lbs; Aluminum wheels 58-73 ft. lbs.
Inspect
    Valve Clearance
      Inspect and adjust.
    Tires
      Inspect and rotate tires.
    Steering Gear
      Inspect fluid level of manual steering gear. Check steering wheel for freeplay.
    Ignition Timing
      Canadian models only
    Ignition Cable
      All Canadian models and 1981 US models
    Idle Speed
      Canadian models only
    Fluid - A/T
      Check fluid level.
    Exhaust System
    Engine
      Inspect all engine compartment rubber & plastic components.
    EGR Valve
      Canadian models only
    Cooling System
    Brake Shoe
    Brake Pad
    Brake Hose/Line
    Air/Fuel Mixture
      Canadian models only
Replace
    Spark Plug
      Canadian models only
    Oil Filter, Engine
    Engine Oil
      If your mileage is less than 7,500 miles (12,000 km) yearly, replace the engine oil filter at each oil change.