Action: | Description |
Inspect | Shock Absorber/Strut |
Inspect | Windshield Wiper Blade(s) |
Inspect fluid level | Windshield Washer |
Inspect | Wheels & tires |
Inspect operation | Warning Indicators |
Road test | Vehicle |
Inspect | Underbody |
Inspect fluid level | Power steering system |
Inspect | Parking brake |
Replace | Crankcase Oil Filter |
Inspect fluid level | Hydraulically Operated Brake Booster |
Inspect | Exterior Lighting |
Inspect | Drive Belt(s) |
Inspect fluid level | Cooling system |
Change fluid | Crankcase |
Inspect | Brake Friction Material |
Inspect | Brake rotors |
Replace | Climate controlled seat filter |
Replace | Cabin air filter |
Change fluid | Brake system |
Inspect fluid level | Battery |
Replace | Air filter element |
Replace | Fuel filter |
Replace | Drive Belt(s) |
Drain, flush & refill | Cooling system |
Car Brakes: How Do You Know When to Change Them?
By Zach Bowman For those who suffer a daily commute through heavy traffic, your vehicle's braking system can bring thousands of pounds of metal, plastic and empty Starbucks cups to a stop hundreds of times before you get to work. It goes without saying that these pieces wear out, but they do so slowly, meaning you may not notice they need attention until ...