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Body

ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
1. Canada: TIGHTEN BOLTS AND NUTS ON CHASSIS AND BODY
a. Where necessary, tighten all the parts of the chassis.
^ Steering system
^ Drive train
^ Suspension
^ Brake system
^ Engine mounting, etc.
b. Where necessary, tighten all the parts of the body.
^ Seat belts
^ Seats
^ Doors and hood
^ Body mountings
^ Fuel tank
^ Exhaust pipe system, etc.
2. REPLACE AIR CONDITIONING FILTER
a. Remove the glove compartment assembly.
b. Remove the filter case by holding both sides.
c. Remove the filter from the filter case.
d. Replace the filter with a new one.
e. The installation is in the reverse order of the removal.
3. BODY INSPECTION
a. Check the body exterior for dents, scratches and rust.
b. Check the underbody for rust and damage.
If necessary, replace or repair.
4. ROAD TEST
a. Check the engine and chassis for abnormal noises.
b. Check that the vehicle does not wander or pull to one side.
c. Check that the brakes work properly and do not drag.
d. Do setting of the parking brake shoes and drum.
5. FINAL INSPECTION
a. Check the operation of the body parts:
Hood:
^ Auxiliary catch operates properly
^ Hood locks securely when closed
^ Front and rear doors:
^ Door locks operate properly
^ Doors close properly
Back door:
^ Door lock operates properly
^ Seats:
^ Seat adjusts easily and locks securely in any position
^ Front seat back locks securely in any position
^ Folding-down rear seat backs lock securely
b. Be sure to deliver a clean car. Especially check:
^ Steering wheel
^ Shift lever knob
^ All switch knobs
^ Door handles
^ Seats