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Body - General Maintenance





MAINTENANCE: BODY: GENERAL MAINTENANCE

1. REPLACE AIR CONDITIONING FILTER

(a) Remove the air conditioning filter Removal.

(b) Visually inspect the surface of the air conditioning filter.

(c) If the air conditioning filter is contaminated with foreign matter, replace it.

2. TIGHTEN BOLTS AND NUTS ON CHASSIS AND BODY

(a) Tighten the bolts and nuts on the chassis parts listed below, if necessary.

* Front axle and suspension

* Drivetrain

* Rear axle and suspension

* Brake system

* Engine mounting

* Other chassis parts

(b) Tighten the bolts and nuts on the body parts listed below, if necessary.

* Seat belt system

* Seats

* Doors and hood

* Body mountings

* Fuel tank

* Exhaust pipe system

* Other body parts

3. FINAL INSPECTION

(a) Check the operation of these vehicle 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) Back door

* Door lock operates properly.

(4) Seats

* Seat adjusts easily and locks securely in any position.

* Front seatback locks securely in any position.

(5) Be sure that the vehicle is clean before returning it to the customer. In particular, pay attention to the following:

* Steering wheel

* Shift lever knob

* All switch knobs

* Seats