Operation Manual

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VEHICLE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS
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F070L01A-AAT
o Suspension Mounting Bolts
Check the suspension connections for
looseness or damage. Retighten to the
specified torque.
F070G02A-AAT
o Brake Fluid
Check brake fluid level in the brake fluid
reservoir. The level should be between
"MIN" and "MAX" marks on the side of the
reservoir. Use only hydraulic brake fluid
conforming to DOT 3 or DOT 4.
F070F01A-AAT
o Brake Hoses and Lines
Visually check for proper installation, chaf-
ing, cracks, deterioration and any leak-
age. Replace any deteriorated or dam-
aged parts immediately.
F070K01A-AAT
o Exhaust Pipe and Muffler
Visually inspect the exhaust pipes, muffler
and
hangers for cracks, deterioration, or dam-
age. Start the engine and listen carefully
for any exhaust gas leakage. Tighten con-
nections or replace parts as necessary.
F070J01A-AAT
o Brake Pads, Calipers and Rotors
Check the pads for excessive wear, discs
for run out and wear, and calipers for fluid
leakage.
F070H01O-AAT
o Rear Brake Discs and Linings/
Parking Brake
Check the rear brake discs and linings for
scoring, burning, leaking fluid, broken parts,
and excessive wear. Inspect the parking
brake system including the parking brake
lever and cables. For detailed service pro-
cedures, refer to the Shop Manual.
F070M01A-AAT
o Steering Gear Box, Linkage &
Boots/Lower Arm Ball Joint
With the vehicle stopped and engine off,
check for excessive free-play in the steer-
ing wheel.
Check the linkage for bends or damage.
Check the dust boots and ball joints for
deterioration, cracks, or damage. Replace
any damaged parts.
F070Q01A-AAT
o Air Conditioning Refrigerant
Check the air conditioning lines and con-
nections for leakage and damage. Check
air conditioning performance according to
the relevant shop manual if necessary.
F070P01A-AAT
o Driveshafts and Boots
Check the drive shafts, boots and clamps
for cracks, deterioration, or damage. Re-
place any damaged parts and, if neces-
sary, repack the grease.
F070N01A-AAT
o Power Steering Pump, Belt and
Hoses
Check the power steering pump and hoses
for leakage and damage. Replace any
damaged or leaking parts immediately.
Inspect the power steering belt for evi-
dence of cuts, cracks, excessive wear,
oiliness and proper tension. Replace or
adjust it if necessary.