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45000 MI or 72000 KM

Lubricate
    Universal Joint, Drive/Propeller Shaft
      Lubricate driveshaft U-joint, if equipped with grease fittings.
    Steering and Suspension
      Lubricate steering linkage and suspension.
    Slip Yoke
      Lubricate slip-yoke (if equipped).
Inspect
    Shift Linkage, A/T
      Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage.
    Exhaust System
      Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or loose parts. Remove any foreign material trapped by exhaust system shielding. NOTE: It is normal for a certain amount of moisture and staining to be present around the muffler seams. The presence of soot, light surface rust or moisture does not indicate a faulty muffler.
    Cooling System
      Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; check coolant strength every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months.
    Brakes and Traction Control
      inspect disc brake system, drum brake systems, hoses and lines; lubricate caliper slides.
Replace
    Oil Filter, Engine
    Fuel Filter
      Change fuel filter (recommended but not required for California certified vehicles).
    Engine Oil
Rotate
    Tires
      Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (1) Wheel lugnuts must be retightened to proper torque specifications at 500 miles (800 km) of new vehicle operation (100 miles/160 km and 500 miles/800 km for vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels or equipped for snowplowing. Also retighten to proper torque specification 500 miles (800 km) after any wheel change or any other time the wheel lug nuts have been loosened. On dual rear wheel vehicles, rotate the front tires side to side without disturbing the rear tires.