Pontiac 1998 Sunfire Owner's Manual page 346

Part C: Periodic Maintenance
Inspections
Listed below are inspections and services which shc
be performed at least twice a year (for instance, eac
spring and fall). You should let your dealer's servicl
department or other qualified sewice center do thesl
jobs. Make
sure
any necessary repairs are complete1
at once.
Proper procedures to perform these services may be
found in a service manual. See "Service and Owner
Publications" in the Index.
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive A:
Boot and Seal Inspection
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Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering
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system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs
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wear or lack of lubrication. Inspect the power steed
lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks,
cracks, chafing, etc. Clean
and
then inspect the driv
axle boot seals for damage,
tears or
leakage. Replac
seals if necessary.
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Exhaust System Inspectiol
Inspect the complete exhaust systl
near the exhaust system. Look
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missing or out-of-position parts a
holes, loose connections or
other
cause
a
heat build-up in the floor
exhaust fumes into the vehicle. St
the Index.
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Inspect the body
Iroken, damaged,
well as open seams,
mditions which could
an or could let
"Engine Exhaust" in
Engine Cooling System
Inspect the hoses and have the
cracked, swollen or deterior
fittings and clamps; replace
of the radiator and air condi
ensure proper operation, a
system and pressure cap is
a year.
Throttle System Ins
Inspect the throttle system for in
and for damaged or missing part
needed. Replace any co
or
excessive wear. Do
cmisle control cables.