At Least Twice A Year; At Least Once A Year - Chevrolet TRACKER 2003 Manual

At Least Twice a Year
Restraint System Check
Fluid Level Check
Check the transfer case, axle differential(s) and
automatic or manual transmission fluid levels and add
Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your as needed. See Rear Axle on page 5-51, Four-wheel
belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages Drive on page 5-52, and Automatic Transmission
are working properly. Look for any other loose or Fluid on page 5-23 or Manual Transmission Fluid on
damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything page 5-26. Check for leaks. A fluid loss in these systems
that might keep a safety belt system from doing its could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected
job, have it repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts and repaired at Once.
replaced.
Also look for any opened or broken air bag coverings,
and have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag
system does not need regular maintenance.)
Wiper Blade Check
Inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking. Replace
blade inserts that appear worn or damaged or that
streak or miss areas of the windshield. Also see
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle on page 5-8 1.
Weatherstrip Lubrication
Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last
longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply
silicone grease with a clean cloth. During very cold,
damp weather more frequent application may be
required. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 6-30.
At Least Once a Year
Key Lock Cylinders Service
Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant
specified in Part D.
Body Lubrication Service
Lubricate all body door hinges. Also lubricate all hinges
and latches, including those for the hood, rear
compartment, glove box door, console door and folding
seat hardware. Part D tells you what to use. More
frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a
corrosive environment.
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