Opel 1900 1973 Service Manual page 19

CC-10 1973 OPEL SERVICE MANUAL
wiper blades. Check amount and direction of fluid
sprayed by washers during use.,
E. Defrosters - Check performance by moving con-
trols to "DEF" and noting am$nmt of air directed
against the windshield.
F. Wheel Alignment and Balabce - In addition to
abnormal tire wear, the need fbr wheel alignment
service may be indicated by a pull to the right or !eft
when driving on a straight and level road. The need
for wheel balancing is usually iddicated by a vibra-
tion of the steering wheel or se;+ tihile driving at
normal highway speeds.
G. Brakes - Be alert to illumiriation of the brake
warning light or changes in braking action, SUCK as
repeated pulling to one side, unusual sounds when
braking or increased brake pedal travel. Any of these
could indicate the need for brakk system inspection
and/or service.
H. Parking Brake and Transmission "PARK"
Mechanism - Check parking brake holding ability by
parking on a fairly steep hill and restraining the vehi-
cle with the parking brake only. eon cars with auto-
matic transmissions, check the holding ability of the
"PARK" mechanism by releasing all brakes after
the transmission selector lever hak been placed in the
I. Glass - Check for broken, scrritched, dirty or da-
maged glass on vehicle that coulld obscure vision'or
become an injury hazard.
J. Lights and Buzzers - Check all instrument panel
illuminating and warning lights,' seat belt reminder
light and buzzer, ignition key b&er, interior lights,
license plate lights, side marker! lights, headlamps,
parking lamps, tail lamps, brake lights, turn signals,
backup lamps, and hazard warding flashers. Have
someone observe operation of &ach exterior light
while you activate the controls: The operation of
instrument panel warning lights is covered in the
"Starting and Operating" section of your Own&%
Manual.
K. Transmission Shift Indicator '- Check to be sure
automatic transmission shift indiCator accurately i"-
Before making thk check below, I
CAUTION:
be sure to have a clear dist&e ahead and :
behind the car, set the parking brake and
firmly apply the foot brake. Do not depress
accelerator pedal. Be prepared to turn off '
ignition switch immediat+y
should start.
L. Starter Safety Switch (Automatic Transmissibn
Cars) - Check starter safety switch by placing the
transmission in each of the driving gears while at-
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if engine
tempting to start the engine. The starter should oper-
ate only in the Park ("P") or Neutral ("N")
positions.
M. Horn - Blow the horn occasionally to be sure that
it works. (Ignition switch must be in the "ON" posi-
tion.)
N. Seat Back Latches - Check to see that seat back
latches are holding by pulling forward on the top of
each folding seat back.
0. Rearview Mirrors and Sun Visors - Check that
friction joints are properly adjusted so mirrors and
sun visors stay in the selected position.
P. Door Latches - Check for positive closing, latch-
ing and locking.
after each closing. Check also for broken, damaged
or missing parts which might prevent secure latch-
ing.
R. Fluid Leaks - Check for fuel, water, oil or other
fluid leaks by observing the ground beneath the vehi-
cle after it has been parked for a while. If gasoline
fumes or fluid are noticed at any time, the cause
should be determined and corrected without delay
because of the possibility of fire.
S. Exhaust System - Be alert to any change in the
sound of the exhaust system or a smell of fumes
which may indicate a leak.
Head Restraints - Check that no head restraint
components are missing, damaged or loose. (Does
not apply to GT Models).
Disc Brakes
Check brake pads and condition of rotors while
wheels are removed during tire rotation. (Note below
regarding more frequent checks also applies to disc
brakes.)
Parking and Drum Brakes
Check drum brake linings and other internal brake
components at each wheel (drums, wheel cylinders,
etc.). Parking brake adjustment also should be
checked whenever drum brake linings are checked.
More frequent checks should be
NOTE:
made if driving conditions a.nd habits result
in frequent brake application. When brakes
require relining, it is recommended that
you use those genuine General Motors
parts specified for your car, and Delco fluid
as required.