Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.

135000 MI or 216000 KM

Lubricate
    Steering and Suspension
      Lubricate chassis components. Lubricate the front suspension, steering linkage, transmission shift linkage, and parking brake cable guides. Control arm ball joints require lubrication but should not be lubricated unless their temperature is 10 degrees F (-12 degrees C) or higher, or they could be damaged. Vehicles used under severe commercial operating conditions require lubrication on a regular basis every 3,000 miles (5 000 km).
Check
    Washer Fluid
      Check windshield washer fluid level and add fluid as needed.
    Vehicle
      Visually check for any leaks or damage. A fluid loss in any vehicle system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired and the fluid level checked. Add fluid if needed.
    Coolant
      Check engine coolant fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Inspect
    Evaporative Emissions System
      Inspect evaporative control system. Inspect system. Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook-up, routing, and condition. Check that the purge valve, if the vehicle has one, works properly.
    Brakes and Traction Control
      Inspect Brake System. Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition. Inspect other brake parts, including calipers, parking brake, etc.
Replace
    Oil Filter, Engine
    Engine Oil
      Change engine oil and filter, or every 12 months whichever occurs first. Reset the oil life system.
Rotate
    Tires
      Rotate tires and check inflation pressures and wear.