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Maintenance

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NOTICE

Automatic transaxle fluid color is

basically red.

As the vehicle is driven, the auto-

matic transaxle fluid will begin to

look darker.

It is normal condition and you

should not judge the need to replace

the fluid based upon the changed

color.

The use of a non-specified fluid

could result in transaxle malfunction

and failure.

Use only specified automatic

transaxle fluid. (Refer to

“Recommended lubricants and

capacities” in section 8.)

Brake hoses and lines

Visually check for proper installation,

chafing, cracks, deterioration and

any leakage. Replace any deteriorat-

ed or damaged parts immediately.

Brake/Clutch (if equipped)

fluid

Check the brake fluid level in the

brake fluid reservoir.The level should

be between “MIN” and “MAX” marks

on the side of the reservoir. Use only

hydraulic brake fluid conforming to

DOT 3 or DOT 4 specification.

Parking brake

Inspect the parking brake system

including the parking brake pedal

and cables.

Brake discs, pads, calipers

and rotors

Check the pads for excessive wear,

discs for run out and wear, and

calipers for fluid leakage.

Rear brake drums and linings

(if equipped)

Check the rear brake drums and lin-

ings for scoring, burning, leaking

fluid, broken parts, and excessive

wear.

Exhaust pipe and muffler

Visually inspect the exhaust pipes,

muffler and hangers for cracks, dete-

rioration, or damage. Start the

engine and listen carefully for any

exhaust gas leakage. Tighten con-

nections or replace parts as neces-

sary.

Suspension mounting bolts

Check the suspension connections

for looseness or damage. Retighten

to the specified torque.

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