At Least Twice A Year - Chevrolet 2001 Prizm Owner's Manual

At Least Twice a Year

Restraint System Check
Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your
belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are
working properly. If your vehicle has a built
restraint, also periodically make sure the harness straps,
latch plates, buckle, clip, and anchorages are working
properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety
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belt and built in child restraint system parts. If you
see anything that might keep a safety belt or built
child restraint system from doing its job, have it
repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts or harness
straps replaced.
Also look for any opened or broken air bag coverings,
and have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag system
does not need regular maintenance).
Wiper Blade Check
Inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking. Replace blade
inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streak or
miss areas of the windshield. Also see "Wiper Blades,
Cleaning" in the Index.
Weatherstrip Lubrication
Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last
longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply
silicone grease with a clean cloth. During very cold,
damp weather more frequent application may be
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in child
required. See "Recommended Fluids and Lubricants"
in the Index.
Fluid Level Check
Check the power steering pump, hydraulic clutch and
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in
automatic or manual transaxle fluid levels and add as
needed. See "Power Steering," "Hydraulic Clutch" and
"Automatic Transaxle" or "Manual Transaxle" in the
Index. Check for leaks. A fluid loss in these systems
could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and
repaired at once.
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