Body - General Maintenance

MAINTENANCE: BODY: GENERAL MAINTENANCE

1. TIGHTEN BOLTS AND NUTS ON CHASSIS AND BODY

(a) Where necessary, tighten all the parts of the chassis.

Front axle and suspension

Drive train

Rear axle and suspension

Brake system

Engine mounting, etc.

(b) Where necessary, tighten all the parts of the body.

Seat belt system

Seat

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 from the filter outlet.

(c) Remove the filter from the filter case.

(d) Replace the filter with a new one.

(e) Installation is in the reverse order.

3. 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) Settle the parking brake shoes.

4. 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.

5. FINAL INSPECTION

(a) Check the operation of the body parts.

(1) Hood

Auxiliary catch operates properly.

Hood locks securely when closed.

(2) Front and rear doors

Door locks operate properly.

Doors close properly.

(3) Luggage compartment door

Luggage compartment door opens and closes properly.

(4) Seats

Check that the seat adjusters, seatback recliner and other front seat controls operate smoothly.

(5) Be sure to deliver a clean car. Especially check:

Steering wheel

Shift lever knob

All switch knobs

Door handles

Seats