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Routine Service Defined



Vehicles that do not operate under the severe conditions that are listed below, use the Routine Service Schedule.

- Day or night temperatures are below 0°C (32°F).

- Stop and go driving.

- Extensive engine idling.

- Driving in dusty conditions.

- Short trips of less than 16 km (10 miles).

- More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather, above 32°C (90°F).

- Trailer towing.

- Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial service).

- Off-road or desert operation.



At Each Stop For Fuel
- Check the engine oil level add as required.
- Check the windshield washer solvent and add if required.
- Check windshield and wiper blades as required.
- Drain water from the fuel filter.

Once A Month
- Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage.
- Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals as required.
- Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, power steering and transmission and transfer case (if equipped), add as needed.
- Check Filter Minder. Replace air cleaner filter element if necessary.
- Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct operation.
- Inspect and clean wiper blades. Replace if required.

At Each Oil Change
- Service (drain) the crankcase breather bottle.
- Inspect the exhaust system.
- Inspect the brake hoses.
- Rotate the tires at each oil change interval shown on Schedule "A" 12,000 km (7,500 miles).
- Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
- Lubricate steering linkage.