Checks To Be Performed By Owner - Chevrolet Monte Carlo 1971 Owner's Manual

CHECKS TO BE PERFORMED
BY OWNER
Listed below are the safety checks that should be
made by the owner. These checks should be made at
least every 4 months or 6,000 miles, whichever occurs
first, or oftener when so indicated. Any deficiencies
should be brought to the attention of your dealer or
service station, so the advice of a qualified mechanic
is available regarding the need for repairs or replace-
ments.
• Anti-Theft Lock-Check for proper operation by
attempting to turn key to LOCK position in the
various transmission gears with car stationary.
Key should turn to LOCK position only when
transmission control is in PARK on automatic
transmission models or in REVERSE on manual
transmission models.
• Seat Belts-Check lap and shoulder belts as well
as buckles, retractors and anchors for loose con-
nections, damage and positive latching action.
• Windshield Wipers and Washers-Check con-
dition and alignment of wiper blades. Check
amount and direction of fluid sprayed by washers
during use.
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• Defrosters-Check performance by turning con-
trols to "de-ice" and "Hi" fan speed and noting
amount of air directed against the windshield.
• Wheel Alignment and Balance-In addition to
abnormal tire wear the need for wheel alignment
service may be indicated by a pull to the right or
left when driving on a straight level road. The
need for wheel balancing may be indicated by a
vibration at the steering wheel while driving.
• Parking Brake and "Park" Mechanism-Check
parking brake holding ability by parking on a
fairly steep hill and restraining the vehicle with
the parking brake only. On cars with automatic
transmissions, check the holding ability of the
"Park" mechanism by releasing all brakes after
the transmission selector lever has been placed in
the "P"position.
• Lights - Check license plate lights, side marker
lights, headlamps, parking lamps, tail lamps, brake
lights, turn signals, backup lamps, and
haz~rd
warning flashers. Have someone observe operatIOn
of each light while you activate the controls.