Body - General Maintenance

MAINTENANCE: BODY: GENERAL MAINTENANCE

1. TIGHTEN BOLTS AND NUTS ON CHASSIS AND BODY

(a) Where necessary, tighten all the parts of the chassis.

Front axle and suspension

Drivetrain

Rear axle and suspension

Brake system

Engine mounting, etc.

(b) Where necessary, tighten all parts of the body.

Seat belt system

Seat

Doors and hood

Body mounting

Fuel tank

Exhaust pipe system, etc.

2. BODY INSPECTION

(a) Check the body exterior for dents, scratches and rust.

(b) Check the underbody for rust and damage. If necessary, replace the damaged part or repair the damaged area.

3. REPLACE AIR CONDITIONING FILTER

(a) Remove the air conditioning filter Disassembly.

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

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

4. TIRE ROTATION Component Tests and General Diagnostics

5. ROAD TEST

(a) Check the engine and chassis for abnormal noises.

(b) Check that the vehicle does not wander or pull to one side.

(c) Check that the brakes work properly and do not drag.

6. FINAL INSPECTION

(a) Check the operation of the 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 all positions.

Front seatback locks securely in all positions.

Folding-down rear seatbacks lock securely.

(5) Be sure to deliver a clean vehicle. Especially check:

Steering wheel

Shift lever knob

All switch knobs

Door handles

Seats