Engine - General Maintenance

INSPECTION

HINT: Inspect these items when the engine is cold.

1. REPLACE TIMING BELT
2. INSPECT VALVE CLEARANCE
3. INSPECT DRIVE BELT(S)
4. REPLACE ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER
5. REPLACE ENGINE COOLANT
6. INSPECT EXHAUST PIPES AND MOUNTINGS
Visually inspect the pipes, hangers and connections for severe corrosion, leaks or damage.





7. INSPECT AIR FILTER
a. Visually check that the air filter is not excessively dirty or oily.

HINT:
Oiliness may indicate a stuck PCV valve.
If necessary, replace the air filter.

b. Clean the air filter with compressed air. First blow from the inside thoroughly, then blow off the outside of the air filter.
8. REPLACE AIR FILTER
Replace the air filter with a new one.
9. INSPECT FUEL LINES AND CONNECTIONS, AND FUEL TANK VAPOR VENT SYSTEM HOSES AND FUEL TANK BAND
Visually inspect the fuel lines for cracks, leakage loose connections, deformation or tank band looseness.
10. REPLACE GASKET IN FUEL TANK CAP
11. REPLACE SPARK PLUGS
12. INSPECT CHARCOAL CANISTER