Action: | Description |
Replace | Crankcase Oil Filter |
Inspect | Drive Belt(s) |
Change fluid | Crankcase |
Inspect | Weather-strips |
Inspect fluid level | Transfer case |
Inspect | Steering linkage |
Inspect | Steering gearbox |
Inspect | Manual transmission/transaxle |
Inspect | Front suspension |
Torque | Frame Fasteners |
Inspect fluid level | Final drive |
Inspect | Drum Brakes |
Inspect | Constant Velocity Joint Boots |
Inspect | Brake Friction Material |
Torque | Body Fasteners |
Inspect | Brake lines & hoses |
Inspect | Brake system |
Inspect | Brake rotors |
Inspect | Ball joints |
Inspect | Body hinges, latches & locks |
Inspect | Axle Shaft Oil Seal |
Replace | Spark plugs |
Inspect | Fuel vapor lines |
Inspect | Fuel system |
Inspect | Fuel lines |
Inspect | Exhaust system |
Drain, flush & refill | Cooling system |
Replace | Air filter element |
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