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15000 MI or 24000 KM

Lubricate
    Trunk / Liftgate Latch
      Lubricate every 12 months or 7500 miles.
    Trunk / Liftgate Hinge
      Lubricate every 12 months or 7500 miles.
    Shift Linkage, M/T
      Lubricate shift linkage every 12 months or 7500 miles.
    Shift Linkage, A/T
      Lubricate shift linkage every 12 months or 7500 miles.
    Locks
      Lubricate every 12 months or 7500 miles.
    Hood Latch
      Lubricate every 12 months or 7500 miles.
    Hood Hinge
      Lubricate every 12 months or 7500 miles.
    Front Door Latch
      Lubricate every 12 months or 7500 miles. Lubricate rear door latch if applicable.
    Doors
      Lubricate every 12 months or 7500 miles.
    Clutch Pedal Assembly
      Lubricate every 12 months or 7500 miles.
    Clutch Cable
      Lubricate every 12 months or 7500 miles.
Inspect/Adjust
    Valve Clearance
      Inspect valve clearance. Adjust as necessary. Retorque rocker shaft bracket nuts before checking and adjusting valve clearance.
    Parking Brake System
      Unusual driving and/or road conditions will require more frequent inspections/service.
    Brake Drum
      Unusual driving and/or road conditions will require more frequent inspections/service.
Clean
    Frame
      Corrosive materials used for ice and snow removal, and dust control, can collect on the underbody. Flush these materials from the underbody with plain water.
Check
    Windshield Washer Reservoir
      Check fluid level and replenish if needed.
    Windows and Glass
      *Owner Safety Check: to be performed by driver or owner.
    Sun Visor
      *Owner Safety Check: to be performed by driver or owner.
    Spare Tire
      *Owner Safety Check: to be performed by driver or owner.
    Seat Belt Systems
      *Owner Safety Check: to be performed by driver or owner.
    Power Steering Fluid
      Check fluid level and replenish if needed.
    Mirrors
      *Owner Safety Check: to be performed by driver or owner.
    Locks
      *Owner Safety Check: to be performed by driver or owner.
    Lighting and Horns
      *Owner Safety Check: to be performed by driver or owner.
    Horn
      *Owner Safety Check: to be performed by driver or owner.
    Fluids
      *Owner Safety Check: to be performed by driver or owner.
    Fluid - A/T
      Check fluid level and replenish if needed. Check at mileage intervals or every 12 months whichever comes first.
    Coolant
      Check fluid level and replenish if needed. Perform at mileage interval or every 12 months whichever occurs first.
    Clutch Fluid
      Check fluid level and replenish if needed.
    Brake Shoe
      Unusual driving and/or road conditions will require more frequent inspections/service.
    Brake Rotor/Disc
      Unusual driving and/or road conditions will require more frequent inspections/service.
    Brake Pad
      Unusual driving and/or road conditions will require more frequent inspections/service.
    Battery
      Check fluid level and replenish if needed.
Tighten/Torque
    Drive/Propeller Shaft
Diagnose/Test
    Wiper and Washer Systems
      *Owner Safety Check: to be performed by driver or owner.
    Steering
      *Owner Safety Check: to be performed by driver or owner.
    Shift Indicator - A/T
      *Owner Safety Check: to be performed by driver or owner.
    Parking Brake System
      Owner Safety Check: to be performed by driver or owner.
    Neutral Safety Switch
      *Owner Safety Check: to be performed by driver or owner.
    Exhaust System
      *Owner Safety Check: to be performed by driver or owner.
    Brakes and Traction Control
      *Owner Safety Check: to be performed by driver or owner.
Inspect
    Steering and Suspension
      Check for damaged, loose, or missing parts, or parts showing visible signs of excessive wear. Perform at mileage interval or every 12 months whichever occurs first.
    Parking Brake Cable
      Unusual driving and/or road conditions will require more frequent inspections/service.
    Fuel Tank
      Unusual driving and/or road conditions may require more frequent inspections/service.
    Fuel Supply Line
      Unusual driving and/or road conditions may require more frequent inspections/service.
    Fuel Filter
      Unusual driving and/or road conditions will require more frequent inspections/service.
    Fuel Filler Cap
      Unusual driving and/or road conditions may require more frequent inspections/service.
    Exhaust System
    Cruise Control
      Inspect cruise control linkage and hoses.
    Cooling System
      Inspect hoses, tighten clamps. Wash radiator neck and cap; pressure test system. Clean exterior of radiator core and air conditioning condenser.
    Brake Hose/Line
      Perform at mileage interval or every 12 months whichever occurs first.
Replace
    Fluid Filter - A/T
    Fluid - Transfer Case
    Fluid - Differential
    Engine Oil
    Drive Axles, Bearings and Joints
      Replace axle lubricant.
    Differential Fluid - Transfer Case
    Brake Fluid
      Unusual driving and/or road conditions will require more frequent inspections/service.
Rotate
    Tires
      Inspect for wear, vibration, proper inflation and check wheels. Check at mileage interval or every 12 months whichever occurs first.