Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.

Routine Service

At Each Stop For Fuel
^ Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
^ Check the windshield washer solvent and add if required.

Once A Month
^ Check tire pressure and look unusual wear or damage.
^ Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals as required.
^ Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, power steering and transaxle and add as needed.
^ Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct operation.
^ Check rubber seals on each side of the radiator for proper fit.

At Each Oil Change
^ Change the engine oil filter.
^ Inspect the exhaust system.
^ Inspect the brake hoses.
^ Inspect the CV joints and front suspension components.
^ Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
^ Rotate the tires at each oil change interval shown on Schedule "A" 12,000 km (7,500 miles) or every other interval shown on Schedule "B" 10,000 km (6,000 miles).