Check the parts of the vehicle described below on a daily basis. Performing maintenance checks on the vehicle is the owner's responsibility. The owner may take the vehicle to a service center but it is recommended that the owner perform the checks.
In most cases, special tools are not required.
The procedures for general maintenance are as follows.
- GENERAL NOTES Maintenance requirements vary depending on the country. Check the maintenance schedule in the owner's manual supplement. Following the maintenance schedule is mandatory. Determine the appropriate time to service the vehicle using either miles driven or time (months) elapsed, whichever reaches the specification first. Maintain similar intervals between periodic maintenance unless noted. Failing to check each vehicle part could lead to poor engine performance and increase exhaust emissions.
- TIRES Check the tire pressure with a gauge. Make adjustments if necessary. Check the surfaces of tires for cuts, damage or excessive wear.
- WHEEL NUTS Check for nuts that are loose or missing. Tighten them if necessary.
- TIRE ROTATION Check the maintenance schedule in the owner's manual supplement.
- WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES Check the blades for wear or cracks when they are unable to wipe the windshield clean. Replace them if necessary.
- FLUID LEAKS Check under the vehicle for leaking fuel, oil, water and other fluids. If you smell gasoline fumes or notice any leaks, locate the cause and correct it.
- DOORS AND ENGINE HOOD Check that all of the doors operate smoothly, and that all the latches lock securely. When the primary latch is released, check that the engine hood secondary latch prevents the hood from opening.
Check the parts of the vehicle described below on a daily basis. Performing maintenance checks on the vehicle is the owner's responsibility. The owner may take the vehicle to a service center but it is recommended that the owner perform the checks.
In most cases, special tools are not required.
The procedures for general maintenance are as follows.
- GENERAL NOTES Maintenance requirements vary depending on the country. Check the maintenance schedule in the owner's manual supplement. Following the maintenance schedule is mandatory. Determine the appropriate time to service the vehicle using either miles driven or time (months) elapsed, whichever reaches the specification first. Maintain similar intervals between periodic maintenance unless noted. Failing to check each vehicle part could lead to poor engine performance and increase exhaust emissions.
- LAMPS Check that the headlamps, stop lamps, tail lamps, turn signal lamps, and other lamps illuminate or blink. Also, check that they have enough brightness. Check that the headlamps are aimed properly.
- WARNING LAMPS AND BUZZERS Check that all the warning lamps and buzzers are working.
- HORN Check that the horn is working.
- WINDSHIELD GLASS Check for scratches, pits or abrasions.
- WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER Check that the washers are aimed properly. Also, check that the washer fluid is sprayed on the center of the wiper's operating range. Check that the wipers do not streak. Replace the wiper if necessary.
- WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER When the heater or air conditioner is on the defroster setting, check that air comes out of the defroster outlet.
- REAR VIEW MIRROR Check that the rear view mirror is securely mounted.
- SUN VISORS Check that the sun visors move freely and are securely mounted.
- STEERING WHEEL Check that the steering wheel has the proper free play. Also check for steering difficulty and unusual noises.
- SEATS Check that the seat adjusters, seatback recliner and other front seat controls operate smoothly. Check that all the latches lock securely in all positions. Check that the locks hold securely in all latched positions. Check that the headrests move up and down smoothly and that the locks hold securely in all latched positions. When the rear seatbacks are folded down, check that the latches lock securely.
- SEAT BELTS Check that the seat belt system's buckles, retractors and anchors operate properly and smoothly. Check that the belt webbing is not cut, frayed, worn or damaged.
- ACCELERATOR PEDAL Check that the accelerator pedal operates smoothly. In other words, check that the pedal does not have uneven pedal resistance or become stuck in certain positions.
- BRAKE PEDAL (SEE «BRAKE PEDAL SUB ASSY»(ref-224778-S09786621832006031100000) ) Check that the pedal operates smoothly. Check that the pedal has the proper reserve distance and free play. Start the engine and check the brake booster function.
- BRAKES In a safe place, check that the vehicle remains straight when applying the brakes.
- PARKING BRAKE (see «ADJUSTMENT»(ref-224779-S03607372702006031100000) ) Check that the lever has the proper range of motion. On a low incline, check that the parking brake alone can stabilize the vehicle.
- AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE "PARK" MECHANISM Check the lock release button of the parking brake lever for proper and smooth operation. When the shift lever is in the P position and all the brakes are released on a low incline, check that the vehicle is stabilized.
- GENERAL NOTES Maintenance requirements vary depending on the country. Check the maintenance schedule in the owner's manual supplement. Following the maintenance schedule is mandatory. Determine the appropriate time to service the vehicle using either miles driven or time (months) elapsed, whichever reaches the specification first. Maintain similar intervals between periodic maintenance unless noted. Failing to check each vehicle part could lead to poor engine performance and increase exhaust emissions.
- WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Check that there is sufficient fluid in the tank.
- ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL Check that the coolant level is between the "FULL" and "LOW" lines on the see-through reservoir.
- RADIATOR AND HOSES Check that the front of the radiator is clean and free of leaves, dirt and bugs. Check the hoses for cracks, kinks, rotting or loose connections.
- BATTERY ELECTROLYTE LEVEL Check that the electrolyte level of all the battery cells is between the upper and lower lines on the case. HINT: If the electrolyte level is difficult to see, lightly shake the vehicle.
- BRAKE FLUID LEVEL Check that the brake fluid levels are near the upper level line on the see-through reservoirs.
- ENGINE DRIVE BELT Check the drive belt for fraying, cracks, wear and oiliness.
- ENGINE OIL LEVEL Check that the level of engine oil is between "F" and "L" on the dipstick with the engine stopped.
- POWER STEERING FLUID LEVEL Check the level on the dipstick. The level should be in the "HOT" or "COLD" range depending on the fluid temperature.
- AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID LEVEL HINT: Perform this check with the fluid at the normal driving temperature of 70 to 80°C (158 to 176°F). After extended driving under harsh conditions (high speeds, hot weather, heavy traffic or pulling a trailer), let the engine cool down for approximately 30 minutes before checking the fluid level. Park the vehicle on a level surface. With the engine idling and the parking brake applied, move the shift lever into all the positions from P to L. Then shift to the P position. Pull out the dipstick and wipe off the fluid with a clean cloth. Reinsert the dipstick and check that the fluid level is in the "HOT" range.
- EXHAUST SYSTEM Check for unusual exhaust sounds or abnormal exhaust fumes. Locate the cause and correct it.
See also:
• OIL FILTER SUB-ASSY (2AZ-FE)