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5000 MI or 8000 KM

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    Maintenance Required Lamp/Indicator
      Perform after completing service.
Tighten/Torque
    Body and Frame
      Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis every 5,000 miles or 6 months, whichever comes first.
Inspect
    Steering
      Perform at mileage interval or every 6 months whichever occurs first. Inspect for excessive freeplay in steering wheel. Inspect the linkage for bending and damage and the dust boots for deterioration, cracks and damage.
    Drum Brake System
      Perform at mileage interval or every 6 months whichever occurs first. Visually inspect brake linings/drums.
    Disc Brake System
      Perform at mileage interval or every 6 months whichever occurs first. Visually inspect brake pads/discs.
    Constant Velocity Joint Boot
      Perform at mileage interval or every 6 months whichever occurs first. Check the drive shaft boots and clamps for cracks, deterioration and damage.
    Ball Joint
      Perform at mileage interval or every 6 months whichever occurs first. Check the suspension and steering ball joints for looseness and damage. Check all dust covers for deterioration and damage.
Replace
    Oil Filter, Engine
      Perform at mileage interval or every 6 months whichever occurs first.
    Engine Oil
      Perform at mileage interval or every 6 months whichever occurs first.
Rotate
    Tires
      Perform at mileage interval or every 6 months whichever occurs first. When rotating tires check for damage and uneven wear.