General Maintenance

HINT:

Inspect these items on a cooled down engine.

1. INSPECT DRIVE BELT  (See ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION )
2. REPLACE ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER  (See LUBRICATION SYSTEM )
3. REPLACE ENGINE COOLANT  (See REPLACEMENT )
4. REPLACE INVERTER COOLANT  (See REPLACEMENT )
5. INSPECT EXHAUST PIPES AND MOUNTINGS 
   1. Visually check the pipes, hangers and connections for severe corrosion, leaks or damage.
6. REPLACE SPARK PLUGS  (See ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION )
7. REPLACE AIR CLEANER FILTER 
   1. Remove the air filter.
   2. Visually check that the air filter is not excessively damaged or oily.
   3. Reinstall the air filter with a new one, if necessary.
8. INSPECT FUEL TANK CAP GASKET  (See INSPECTION )
9. INSPECT FUEL LINES AND CONNECTIONS AND FUEL TANK VAPOR VENT SYSTEM HOSES AND FUEL TANK BANDS 
   1. Visually check the fuel lines for cracks, leakage, loose connections, deformation or tank band looseness.