Engine

ENGINE

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

HINT: Inspect these items on a cooled down engine.

1. INSPECT DRIVE BELT
2. INSPECT VALVE CLEARANCE
3. INSPECT TIMING BELT
4. REPLACE ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER
5. REPLACE ENGINE COOLANT
6. INSPECT EXHAUST PIPES AND MOUNTINGS
(a) Visually check the pipes, hangers and connections for severe corrosion, leaks or damage.

7. REPLACE SPARK PLUGS
8. REPLACE AIR CLEANER FILTER
(a) Remove the air filter.
(b) Visually check that the air filter is not excessively damaged or oily.
(c) Reinstall the air filter with a new one, if necessary.

9. INSPECT FUEL TANK CAP GASKET
10. INSPECT FUEL LINES AND CONNECTIONS AND FUEL TANK VAPOR VENT SYSTEM HOSES AND FUEL TANK BANDS
(a) Visually check the fuel lines for cracks, leakage, loose connections, deformation or tank band looseness.