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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-in child
restraint, also periodically make sure the harness straps,
latch plates, buckle, clip, retractors and anchorages are
working properly. Look for any other
loose
or
damaged
safety belt and built-in child restraint system
parts.
If
you see anything that might keep a safety belt or built-in
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 co'verings,
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
m i s s
areas oftle windshield. Also see "Wiper Blades,
Cleaning"
in the
Index.
Automatic Tkansaxle Check
Check the transaxle fluid level; add if needed. See
"Automatic Transaxle" in
the
Index. A fluid loss
may indicate a problem. Check the system and repair
if needed.
At Least Once
a
Year
Key Lock Cylinders Service
Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant
specified in Part
D,
Body Lubrication Service
Lubricate all hinges and latches, including those for the
hood, rear compartment, glove box door, console door
and any folding
seat
hardware, Part D tells you what to
use. More frequent lubrication may be required when
#exposed to
a!
corrosive environment.
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