|
Air Filter |
Check it every
month. Replace it when it becomes dirty or as
part of a tune -up. It is easy to reach, right
under the big metal 'lid', in a carbureted
engine; or in a rectangular box at the forward
end of the air in a duct hose assembly. |
|
Battery |
Extreme caution
should be taken while handling a battery since
it can produce explosive gases. It is advisable
not to smoke, create a spark or light a match
near a battery. Always wear protective glasses
and gloves. |
|
Belts |
Inspect belts and
hoses smoothly. Replace glazed, worn or frayed
belts. Replace bulging, rotten or brittle hoses
and tighten clamps. If a hose looks bad, or
feels too soft or too hard, it should be
replaced. |
|
Brake Fluid |
Check the brake
fluid monthly. First wipe dirt from the brake
master cylinder reservoir lid. Pry off the
retainer clip and remove the lid or unscrew the
plastic lid, depending on which type your
vehicle has. If you need fluid, add the improved
type and check for possible leaks throughout the
system. Do not overfill. |
|
Engine Oil |
Check the oil after
every fill up. Remove the dipstick, wipe it
clean. Insert it fully and remove it again. If
it is low, add oil. To maintain peak
performance, the oil should be changed every
3,000 miles or 3 months, whichever comes first.
Replace the oil filter with every oil change. |
|
Exhaust |
Look underneath for
loose or broken exhaust clamps and supports.
Check for holes in muffler or pipes. Replace the
rusted or damaged parts. Have the emission
checked at once per year for compliance with
local laws. |
|
Hoses |
Inspect the hoses
and belts monthly. If a hose looks bad, or feels
too soft or too hard, it should be replaced. |
|
Lights |
Make sure that all
your lights are clean and working, including the
brake lights, turn signals and emergency
flashers. Keep spare bulbs and fuses in your
vehicle. |
|
Oil Filter |
To maintain peak
performance, change oil every 3 months or 3,000
kms whichever comes first. Replace oil filter
with every oil change. |
|
Power Steering
Fluid |
Check the power
steering fluid level once per month. Check it by
removing the reservoir dipstick. If the level is
down, add fluid and inspect the pump and hoses
for leaks. |
|
Shock Absorbers |
Look for signs of
oil seepage on shock absorbers, test shock
action by bouncing the car up and down. The car
should stop bouncing when you step back. Worn or
leaking shocks should be replaced. Always
replace shock absorbers in pairs. |
|
Tires |
Keep tires inflated
to recommended pressure. Check for cuts, bulges
and excessive tread wear. Uneven wear indicates
tires are misaligned or out of balance. |
|
Transmission Fluid |
Check transmission
fluid monthly with engine warm and running, and
the parking brake on. Shift to drive, then to
park. Remove dipstick, wipe dry, insert it and
remove it again. Add the approved type fluid, if
needed. Never overfill. |
|
Washer Fluid |
Keep the windshield
washer fluid reservoir full. Use some of it to
clean off the wiper blades. |
|
Wiper Blades |
Inspect the
windscreen wiper blades whenever you clean your
windshield. Do not wait until the rubber is worn
or brittle to replace them. They should be
replaced at least once per year, and more often
if smearing occurs. |
