Engine - General Maintenance

ENGINE

ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

HINT: Inspect these items when the engine is cold.

1. REPLACE CHAIN
2. INSPECT FAN AND GENERATOR V BELT
3. REPLACE SPARK PLUGS
4. REPLACE AIR FILTER
a. Replace the air filter with a new one.
5. REPLACE ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER
6. REPLACE ENGINE COOLANT AND INSPECT RADIATOR FIN
a. Check that the radiator and condenser are not blocked with leaves, dirt, or insets, and clean the hose connection.
7. INSPECT GASKET IN FUEL TANK CAP
8. INSPECT CHARCOAL CANISTER
9. INSPECT FUEL LINES AND CONNECTIONS, FUEL TANK VAPOR VENT SYSTEM HOSES AND FUEL TANK BANDS
a. Visually check the fuel lines for cracks, leakage, loose connections, deformation or tank band looseness.
10. INSPECT EXHAUST PIPES AND MOUNTINGS
a. Visually check the pipes, hangers and connections for severe corrosion, leaks or damage.
11. INSPECT VALVE CLEARANCE