Pontiac 1996 Grand Prix Owner's Manual page 343

Part C: Periodic Maintenance
Inspections
Listed below are inspections and'services which should be
performed at least twice
a
year (for instance, each spring
and fall), You should let your GM dealer's service
department or other qualified service center do these jobs.
Make'
sure any necessary repairs
are
completed at once.
Proper procedures to perform these services may b'e
found in a Pontiac Service Manual. See "Service and
Owner Publications" in the Index.
Steering?
Suspension
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Rront-Wheel-Drive
Axle Boot and Seal Inspection
Inspect 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 hook-up, binding, leaks,
cracks, chafing, etc. Clean and then inspect the drive
axle boot seals for damage, tears or leakage. Replace
seals if necessary.
Exhaust System
Inspection
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.
Radiator and Heater Hose Inspection
Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are
cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes,
fittings and clamps; replace as needed.
Throttle Linkage Inspection
Inspect the throttle linkage for interference or binding,
and for damage or missing parts. Replace parts as
needed.
Replace any
cables
that have
high effort or
excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise
control cables.
Brake System Inspection
Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and
hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks,
chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors
for surface condition. Inspect other brake parts,
including calipers, parking brake, etc. Check parking
brake adjustment. You may need to have your brakes
inspected more often if your driving habits or conditions
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result in frequent braking.