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60000 MI or 96000 KM

Inspect/Adjust
    Valve Clearance
      Inspect the valve lash and adjust if necessary.
    Ignition Timing
      Adjust engine timing to underhood label specifications.
    Idle Speed
      Check engine idle speed and adjust it to underhood label specifications.
Inspect
    Wheel Hub (Locking)
      Inspect the locking front hubs (if equipped) for correct operation every 3000 miles or 3 months whichever occurs first. Repair or replace if necessary.
    Universal Joint, Drive/Propeller Shaft
      Inspect for looseness and damage every 15,000 miles or 15 months whichever occurs first. Inspect more frequently if used off-road or for pulling a trailer. Tighten U-joint flange bolts if necessary.
    Fuel Tank
      Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed.
    Engine
      Inspect the underhood wiring harness for loose connections, chafed wires and damage every 60,000 miles or 60 months whichever occurs first.
    Emission Control Systems
      Inspect emission system hoses and replace as necessary.
    Drive Belt
      Inspect engine accessory drive belts every 30,000 miles or 24 months whichever occurs first.
    Distributor Cap
      Inspect the inside and outside of the distributor cap and rotor for cracks, carbon tracking and corrosion. Clean or replace as needed.
    Brakes and Traction Control
      Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hookup, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect disc pads for wear and rotors for surface condition. Also inspect drum brake linings for wear and cracks. Inspect other brake parts including drums, wheel cylinders, calipers, parking brake, etc. Check parking brake adjustment. A good time to check the brakes is when the wheels are removed for tire rotation. Brakes may need to be inspected more often if driving habits or conditions result in frequent braking.
Replace
    Timing Belt
    Spark Plug
    Oil Filter, Engine
      Change oil and filter every 3000 miles or 3 months, whichever occurs first.
    Ignition Cable
    Fuel Filter
      Replace every 30,000 miles or 30 months whichever occurs first. Replace sooner if clogged.
    Fuel Filler Cap
      Inspect fuel cap and replace fuel cap gasket.
    Fluid - M/T
      Replace every 15,000 miles or 15 months whichever occurs first.
    Engine Oil
      Change oil and filter every 3000 miles or 3 months, whichever occurs first.
    Brake Fluid
      Drain, refill and bleed the brake system.
    Air Filter Element
Rotate
    Tires
Flush
    Cooling System
      Drain, flush and refill cooling system every 30,000 miles or 30 months whichever occurs first. Clean radiator, condensor, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap.