Engine - General Maintenance

MAINTENANCE: ENGINE: GENERAL MAINTENANCE

HINT
Inspect these items on a cooled down engine.

1. INSPECT DRIVE BELT





2. INSPECT COOLING AND HEATER SYSTEM

(a) Check that the radiator, condenser and / or intercooler are not blocked with leaves, dirt or insects, and clean them if necessary. Also check the hose connection for the installation condition, corrosion, etc.

3. REPLACE ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER





4. REPLACE ENGINE COOLANT





5. INSPECT EXHAUST PIPES AND MOUNTINGS

(a) Visually check the pipes, hangers and connections for severe corrosion, leaks or damage.

6. REPLACE SPARK PLUGS





7. INSPECT BATTERY





8. REPLACE AIR CLEANER FILTER

(a) Remove the air cleaner filter.

(b) Visually check that the air cleaner filter is not excessively damaged or oily.

(c) Reinstall the air cleaner 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.

11. INSPECT CHARCOAL CANISTER