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90000 MI or 144000 KM

Lubricate
    Doors
Check
    Valve Clearance
      Inspect and adjust as needed.
Tighten/Torque
    Body and Frame
      For severe usage condition C, tighten bolts and nuts on the chassis at 6000 miles. For definitions of letter codes, refer to Severe Usage Condition Codes (Read this first).
Inspect
    Wheels
      Inspect each wheel disc for dents, distortion and cracks. Disc in badly damaged condition must be replaced.
    Wheel Bearing
      Check grease around front wheel bearing rollers for deterioration and capacity. If deteriorated, clean and repack, if capacity is low, add more. Also check front and rear for wear, damage, abnormal noise or rattles.
    Timing Belt
      Remove timing belt cover and inspect belt for wear or cracks. If any wear or crack is found, replace belt.
    Suspension
      Tightness, damage, rattle, breakage.
    Steering
      For severe usage condition C, check steering wheel free play, gear box oil and linkage at 3000 miles. For definitions of letter codes, refer to Severe Usage Condition Codes (Read this first). For severe usage conditions A,B,D,E and F, check steering wheel free play, gear box oil and linkage at 7,500 miles. For definitions of letter codes, refer to Severe Usage Condition Codes (Read this first).
    Power Steering
      If equipped
    Parking Brake System
      Check tooth tip for damage or wear, replace as needed. Check brake lever for proper operation and stroke (7-9 notches with 44 lbs of pull pressure) and adjust as needed.
    Parking Brake Cable
      Inspect for damage and smooth movement. Replace as needed.
    Idle Speed
    Fuel Supply Line
      Check for loose connection, deterioration or damage which could cause leakage. Make sure all clamps are secure.
    Exhaust System
      For severe usage conditions A,B,C and E, inspect every 6 months or 6,000 miles. For definitions of letter codes, refer to Severe Usage Condition Codes (Read this first). For severe usage conditions D and F, inspect every 30 months or 30,000 miles. For definitions of letter codes, refer to Severe Usage Condition Codes (Read this first).
    Drum Brake System
      For severe usage conditions A,B,C and D, inspect Drum and shoes - wear, damage every 6 months or 6,000 miles. For definitions of letter codes, refer to Severe Usage Condition Codes (Read this first). For severe usage conditions E and F, inspect Drum and shoes - wear, damage every 15 months or 15,000 miles. For definitions of letter codes, refer to Severe Usage Condition Codes (Read this first).
    Drive/Propeller Shaft
      For severe usage conditions A,B and C, inspect every 6 months or 6,000 miles. For definitions of letter codes, refer to Severe Usage Condition Codes (Read this first). Check flange yoke bolts for tightness and retigthen as needed. Check U joint and propeller shaft spline for rattle. If rattle found, replace defective part. For severe usage conditions D,E and F, inspect every 15 months or 15,000 miles. For definitions of letter codes, refer to Severe Usage Condition Codes (Read this first). Check flange yoke bolts for tightness and retigthen as needed. Check U joint and propeller shaft spline for rattle. If rattle found, replace defective part.
    Drive Belt
      Check for cracks, wear and fluid contamination. Adjust tension if necessary.
    Distributor Cap
      For severe usage condition E, every 15 months or 15,000 miles, inspect for cracks and wear. Replace as needed. Dust and stains can be cleaned using a dry, soft cloth. For definitions of letter codes, refer to Severe Usage Condition Codes (Read this first).
    Disc Brake System
      For severe usage conditions A,B,C and D, inspect Discs and Pads - thickness, wear, damage every 6 months or 6,000 miles. For definitions of letter codes, refer to Severe Usage Condition Codes (Read this first). For severe usage conditions E and F, inspect Discs and Pads - thickness, wear, damage every 15 months or 15,000 miles. For definitions of letter codes, refer to Severe Usage Condition Codes (Read this first).
    Cooling System
      Check hoses and connections for leakage and damage.
    Constant Velocity Joint Boot
      For severe usage condition C, inspect every 6 months or 6000 miles. For definitions of letter codes, refer to Severe Usage Condition Codes (Read this first).
    Clutch Pedal Assembly
      Pedal height 5 mm (0.2 inches) above brake pedal height. Clutch pedal free travel 15-25 mm (0.6 - 1.1 inches).
    Brake Hose/Line
      Leakage, damage, clamps tight.
    Brake Fluid
Replace
    Spark Plug
    Oil Filter, Engine
      For severe usage condition C, change every 7500 miles. For definitions of letter codes, refer to Severe Usage Condition Codes (Read this first). For severe usage conditions A,B,D,E and F, change every 3 months or 3000 miles. For definitions of letter codes, refer to Severe Usage Condition Codes (Read this first).
    Fuel Filter
    Fluid Line/Hose, A/T
      Replace fluid hose.
    Fluid - M/T
    Fluid - Differential
    Fluid - A/T
      3 & 4 Speed BOTH. For severe usage conditions A,C and F, replace every 15 months or 15,000 miles. For definitions of letter codes, refer to Severe Usage Condition Codes (Read this first).
    Engine Oil
      For severe usage condition C, change every 7500 miles. For definitions of letter codes, refer to Severe Usage Condition Codes (Read this first). For severe usage conditions A,B,D,E and F, change every 3 months or 3000 miles. For definitions of letter codes, refer to Severe Usage Condition Codes (Read this first).
    Coolant
    Air Filter Element
Rotate
    Tires
      At mileage interval only. Check tire for damage, debris and uneven wear. Adjust pressures as needed.