Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.

60000 MI or 96000 KM

Lubricate
    Locks
      Use graphite lock lubricant.
    Doors
      Lubricate door, trunk and hood hinges.
Check
    Brakes and Traction Control
      1989-1991 vehicles. Inspect lines, hoses, master cylinder, and calipers for wear, leaks and damage. Check fluid level. Inspect lines, hoses, master cylinder, and calipers for wear, leaks and damage.
    Brake Pad
      Check pads for wear.
Tighten/Torque
    Body and Frame
      1987 vehicles. Check torque of body/chassis nuts and bolts. 1989-1991 vehicles. Check body/chassis nuts and bolts, torque if necessary.
Adjust
    Wheel Bearing
      Adjust preload to 0.9-2.2 lb (0.4-1.0 kg) on spring scale attached to wheel bolt.
Inspect
    Suspension
      Check ball joints for wear and damage.
    Steering
      1987 vehicles. Check linkages and boots. Check for proper operation. Check linkages and boots for wear and damage. Inspect toe control hub and control link.
    Power Steering Fluid
      Check fluid level and condition.
    Oil Level Warning Indicator
      Verify system operation.
    Idle Speed
      Inspect and adjust if necessary. Check dashpot and throttle opener with A/C for binding.
    Heat Shield, Exhaust
      Check for debris and damage.
    Fuel Supply Line
      Check for leaks. Tighten hose clamps and fittings as needed.
    Drive Belt
      Check for cracks, wear and fluid contamination. Adjust tension if necessary.
    Cooling System
      Check radiator, hoses and water pump for leaks and damage.
    Coolant Level Sensor
      Verify system operation.
    Constant Velocity Joint Boot
      1988-1991 vehicles. Check boots for leaks and damage.
    Clutch, M/T
      Check fluid level and freeplay.
    Choke Housing
      Inspect for proper operation.
Replace
    Spark Plug
      Replace with correct type and gap according to manufacturers specification.
    Oil Filter, Engine
       Replace every 5 months or 5000 miles.
    Fuel Filter
      1987 vehicles. Replace filter, check for leaks.
    Fluid - M/T
      1987 vehicles. Change lubricant, check for leaks. 1988-1991 vehicles. Change fluid, check for leaks.
    Fluid - Differential
      1987 vehicles. Change fluid, check for leaks. 1988-1991 vehicles. Change fluid, check for leaks.
    Engine Oil
      Turbo engines. Replace oil every 5 months or 5000 miles.
    Coolant
      Flush system, replace coolant. Check specific gravity for freezing point.
    Brake Fluid
      Flush and bleed system. Check for leaks. 1987 vehicles, also check power brake unit and hoses.
    Air Filter Element
      Extremely dusty conditions may require more frequent service of this component.
Rotate
    Tires