Maintenance Item
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Specific Work Required
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ENGINE
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Engine valve clearance
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Measure clearance.
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Drive belts
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Inspect for wear, cracks and fraying, and check tension.
Replace drive belt.
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Engine timing belt
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Replace engine timing belt.
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Engine oil
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Replace engine oil and inspect for leakage.
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Oil filter
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Replace oil filter and inspect for leakage.
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Oil by-pass filter
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Replace oil by-pass filter and inspect for leakage.
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COOLING SYSTEM
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Cooling system
(including coolant level adjustment)
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Check coolant level and quality, and inspect for leakage.
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Engine coolant
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Replace coolant.
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FUEL SYSTEM
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Idle speed
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Check engine idle rpm.
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Idle mixture
(for CIS & carburetor leaded fuel)
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Check the CO and HC concentrations (see W/M).
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Choke system (for carburetor)
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Check system operation.
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Air cleaner element
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Inspect for dirt, oil and damage.
Clean air cleaner element (by blowing air).
Replace air cleaner element.
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Fuel filter
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Replace fuel filter.
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Fuel lines & hoses
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Inspect for cracks, leakage and loose connection.
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IGNITION SYSTEM (FOR GASOLINE)
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Initial ignition timing
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Check initial ignition timing.
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Spark plugs
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Inspect for wear, damage, carbon, high-tension lead condition and measure plug gap.
Replace spark plugs.
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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM (FOR GASOLINE)
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Evaporative system
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Check system operation (see W/M), vapor lines, vacuum fitting hoses and connection.
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Throttle positioner system
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Check the diaphragm and system operation, vacuum fitting hoses and connection.
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Dash pot (for carburetor)
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Check system operation.
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E.G.R. system
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Check system operation (see W/M), vacuum fitting hoses and connection.
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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Battery electrolyte level & specific gravity
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Check level and specific gravity.
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Battery condition
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Check the battery for corroded or loose connections and cracks in the case (for maintenance free type).
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All electrical system
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Check function of lighting system, windshield wiper (including wiper blade condition) and washer and power windows.
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Headlight alignment
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Check headlight alignment
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CHASSIS & BODY
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Brake & clutch pedals
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Check pedal height and free play.
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Brake fluid
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Check fluid level and inspect for leakage.
Replace brake fluid.
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Clutch fluid
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Check fluid level and inspect for leakage.
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Brake lines, hoses & connections
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Inspect for cracks, damage, chafing, corrosion, scars, swelling and fluid leakage.
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Parking brake
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Check lever stroke.
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Power brake unit & hoses
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Check vacuum lines, connections and check valve for improper attachment, air tightness, cracks chafing and deterioration.
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Disc brakes
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Test for judder and noise. Inspect caliper for correct operation and fluid leakage, brake pads for wear. Check disc plate condition and thickness.
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Drum brakes
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Test for judder and noise. Inspect brake drum for wear and scratches; brake lining for wear, peeling and cracks; and wheel cylinder for fluid leakage.
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Manual steering gear oil
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Check gear oil level.
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Power steering fluid, lines, hoses & connections
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Check fluid level and condition. Inspect for loose connection, routing, damage, and leaks.
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Steering operation & linkages
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Check steering wheel free play, hard steering, and operation noise. Check linkages, boots and ball joints condition. Check grease or gear oil.
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Power steering fluid & lines
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Check fluid level and lines for improper attachment, leakage, cracks, damage, loose connections, chafing and deterioration.
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Power steering fluid
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Check fluid level.
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Power steering system & hoses
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Check lines for improper attachment, leakage, cracks, damage, loose connections, chafing and deterioration.
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Steering & front suspension
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Check free play of steering system, inspect shock absorbers for correct damping force, oil leakage, damage and looseness, and inspect coil springs, arms, links and stabilizer for damage and looseness.
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Steering operation & gear housing
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Check that the steering wheel has the specified play. Be sure to check for changes, such as excessive play, hard steering or strange noises.
Check gear housing and boots for looseness, damage and grease/gear oil leakage.
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Steering linkages tie rod ends & arms
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Check ball joint, dust cover and other components for looseness, wear, damage and grease leakage.
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Front & rear suspension ball joints
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Inspect for grease leakage, cracks, damage and looseness.
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Manual transmission/transaxle oil
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Check oil level and inspect for leakage.
Replace manual transmission/transaxle oil.
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Automatic transaxle oil level
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Check oil level.
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Automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level
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Check fluid level.
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Automatic transmission/transaxle fluid
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Replace automatic transmission/transaxle fluid.
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Front & rear differential oil
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Check oil level and inspect for leakage.
Replace front & rear differential oil.
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Rear differential oil
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Check oil level and inspect for leakage.
Replace rear differential oil.
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Transfer oil
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Check oil level and inspect for leakage.
Replace transfer oil.
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Upper arm shafts (for B-Series)
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Lubricate the upper arm shafts for looseness or damage.
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Front & rear wheel bearing grease
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Remove wheel bearing and replace the grease.
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Propeller shaft joints (with grease nipple)
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Lubricate propeller shaft joints.
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Driveshaft dust boots
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Inspect for grease leakage, cracks, damage and looseness.
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Wheel nuts
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Tighten wheel nuts.
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Bolts & nuts on chassis & body
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Tighten bolts and nuts fastening suspension components, members and seat frames.
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Bolts & nuts on seats
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Move the seat back and forth and side to side to check for squeaking or rattling. If there is any squeaking or rattling, retorque bolts and nuts fastening seat frames.
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Body condition
(for rust, corrosion & perforation)
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Inspect body surface for paint damage, rust, corrosion and perforation.
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Exhaust system heat shields
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Inspect for damage, corrosion, looseness of connections and gas leakage.
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Tires
(including spare tire)
(with inflation pressure adjustment)
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Check air pressure and inspect tires for tread wear, damage and cracks; and wheels for damage and corrosion.
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Flat tire repair kit
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Check the tire repair fluid expiration date every year when performing the periodic maintenance. Replace the tire repair fluid bottle with new one before the expiration date.
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Hinges & catches
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Lubricate hinges and catches of doors, trunk lid and hood.
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Seat belts
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Inspect seat belt webbing for scratches, tears and wear, and check anchor bolt tightness.
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Rear suspension uni-ball & sliding rubber bushing (for RX-7)
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Inspect for cracks, damage and looseness.
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Underside of vehicle
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Inspect underside of vehicle (floor pans, frames, fuel lines, around exhaust system, etc.) for damage and corrosion.
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Road test
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Check brake operation/clutch operation/steering control/operation of meters and gauges/squeaks, rattles or unusual noises/engine general performance/emergency locking retractors.
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AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM
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Refrigerant amount
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Check refrigerant amount.
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Compressor operation
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Check compressor operation, and inspect for noise, oil leakage, cracks and refrigerant leakage.
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Cabin air filter
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Replace cabin air filter.
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4WS SYSTEM
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Front & rear power steering system & hoses
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Check lines for improper attachment, leaks, cracks, damage, loose connections, chafing and deterioration.
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4WS operation & linkages
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Inspect for leakage, cracks, damage and looseness.
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Rear wheel steering angle
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Inspect for rear wheel steering angle.
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Rear suspension outer ball joints
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Inspect for grease leakage, cracks, damage and looseness.
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