Buick 1993 Skylark Owner's Manual page 281

INSPECTION
OR SERVICE
Steering,
Suspension and
Front-Wheel-
Drive Axle
Boot and Seal
Inspection
Exhaust System
Inspection
Throttle
Linkage
Inspection
WHAT SHOULD BE DONE
hspect the front and rear suspension
and steering system for damaged,
loose or missing parts, signs of wear,
or lack of lubrication. Inspect the
power steering lines and hoses for
proper hookup, binding, leaks,
cracks, chafing, etc. Clean and then
inspect the drive axle boot seals for
damage, tears or leakage. Replace
seals if necessary.
Inspect the complete exhaust
system. Inspect the body near the
exhaust system. Look for broken,
damaged, missing or out-of-position
parts as well as open seams, holes,
loose connections,
or
other
conditions which could cause a heat
build-up in the floor pan or could let
exhaust fumes into the vehicle. See
"Engine Exhaust" in the Index.
Inspect the throttle linkage for
interference or binding, and for
damaged or missing parts. Replace
parts as needed.
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INSPECTION
OR SERVICE
Brake System
Inspection
WHAT SHOULD BE DONE
Inspect the complete system. Inspect
brake lines and hoses for proper
hookup, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing,
etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear
and rotors for swrface condition. Also
inspect
Qwn
brake linings for wear and
cracks. Inspect other brake parts
including drums, wheel cylinders,
calipers parking brake, etc. The parking
brake is self-adjusting and no manual
adjustment is
requi r ed.
You may need
to have your brakes inspected more
often if your driving habits or
conditions result in frequent braking.
NOTE: A low brake fluid level
can
indicate worn disc brake pads which
may need to be serviced. Also, if the
brake system warning light stays on or
comes on, something may be wrong
with the brake system. See "Brake
System Warning Light" in the Index. I f
your anti-lock brake system warning
light stays on, comes on or flashes,
something may be wrong with the
anti-lock brake system. See "Anti-Lock
Brake System Warning Light" in the
Index.
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