Once a Year
• Starter switch check. See Owner Checks and Services.
• Parking brake and automatic transmission P (Park) mechanism check. See Owner Checks and Services.
• Automatic transmission shiftlock control system check. See Owner Checks and Services.
• Ignition transmission lock check. See Owner Checks and Services.
• Engine cooling system and pressure cap pressure check. Radiator and air conditioning condenser outside cleaning. See Cooling System.
• Exhaust system and nearby heat shields inspection for loose or damaged components.
• Accelerator pedal check for damage, high effort, or binding. Replace if needed.
• If the vehicle has a Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit, check the sealant expiration date printed on the instruction label of the kit. See Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit.
See also:
Wheel Replacement
Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly rusted
or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the
wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts should be replaced.
If the wheel leaks air, replace i ...
Checking Engine Oil
It is a good idea to check the engine oil every time
you get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading,
the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be
on level ground.
The engine oil dipstick hand ...
Off-Road Recovery
The vehicle's right wheels can drop off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while driving.
If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be fairly easy.
Ease o ...