Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.

20000 MI or 32000 KM

Lubricate
    Ball Joint
      Lubricate ball joints if equipped with grease fittings. If using special operating conditions I, D, O
Inspect
    Wheels
      Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag
    Vehicle
      Check and top up fluid levels: brake, coolant recovery reservoir, manual and automatic transmission (if equipped with an underhood dipstick), power steering and window washer. Inspect tires for wear and check air pressure, including spare. Check exhaust system for leaks, damage, loose parts, and foreign material. Check battery performance. Check operation of horn, exterior lamps, turn signals and hazard warning lights. Check radiator coolers, heater and air conditioning hoses. Inspect windshield washer spray and wiper operation. Check windshield for cracks, chips and pitting. Inspect for oil and fluid leaks. Inspect engine air filter. Inspect half shaft dust boots, if equipped. Check shocks and struts and other suspension components for leaks and damage. Inspect steering linkage. Inspect accessory drive belt(s). Inspect clutch operation. if equipped.
    Universal Joint, Drive/Propeller Shaft
      Inspect U-joints, lubricate if equipped with grease fittings Inspect frequently, service as required if using special operating conditions T, I, D
    Tie Rod End
      Inspect tie-rod ends, lubricate if equipped with grease fittings
    Steering and Suspension
      Inspect steering linkage, lubricate if equipped with grease fittings
    Fluid - A/T
      Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if equipped with a dipstick)
    Exhaust System
      Inspect exhaust system and heat shields.
    Cooling System
      Inspect engine cooling system concentration and hoses.
    Constant Velocity Joint Boot
      Inspect half-shaft boots (if equipped)
    Brakes and Traction Control
      Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake linings, hoses and parking brake. Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake linings, hoses, and parking brake.
Replace
    Oil Filter, Engine
      If using special operating conditions T, I, D, O Replace engine oil filter.
    Engine Oil
      If using special operating conditions T, I, D, O Replace engine oil.
Rotate
    Tires
      If using special operating conditions T, I, D, O Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth