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Maintenance Schedule
Section C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections
(Cont.)
I
INSPECTION
F
Manual
Transmission
I
Rear Axle Service
Brake System
Inspection
WHAT SHOULD BE DONE
Check the transmission fluid level; add if needed. See "Manual Transmission" in the Index.
A fluid loss may indicate a problem. Check the system and repair
if needed.
Check the gear lubricant level in the rear axle and add if needed. See "Rear Axle" in the Index.
A fluid loss may indicate a problem. Check the axle and repair it
if needed. If your vehicle
is used to pull a trailer, have the rear axle gear lubricant changed every
7,500 miles
(12 500 km).
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 surface condition. Also
inspect drum 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 required. 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 serv-
iced. 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. If 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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