Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.

18000 MI or 28800 KM

Lubricate
    Throttle Cable/Linkage
    Steering
    Body and Frame
      Lubricate moving body parts and mechanisms.
Inspect/Adjust
    Drive Belt
      Do not adjust auto tension type.
Clean
    EFE Valve
      Spray with manifold heat valve solvent.
Check
    Steering Gear
      Check for leaks.
    Power Steering Fluid
      Check fluid level. Also inspect hoses.
    Fluid - M/T
       Check fluid level.
    Fluid - Differential
      Check fluid level.
    Fluid - A/T
      Check fluid level, 4 cyl in park, warm fluid, idling.
    Exhaust Gas Recirculation
      Canadian leaded cars only.
    Cooling System
    Brake Master Cylinder
      Check fluid level. Check fluid level. Fill to bottom of split ring.
Inspect
    Universal Joint, Drive/Propeller Shaft
      Replace leaking or damaged joints.
    Suspension
      Inspect seals.
    Power Steering Line/Hose
    Heating and Air Conditioning
    Fuel Supply Line
    Exhaust System
    Drive/Propeller Shaft
    Constant Velocity Joint Boot
    Brake Pad
    Brake Hose/Line
Replace
    Spark Plug
      Vehicles without catalytic converters.
    Oil Filter, Engine
    Engine Oil
      If your mileage is less the 7,500 miles a yearly, replace the engine oil filter at each oil change.
Clean/Repack
    Wheel Bearing
      Clean and repack non-driven wheel bearings. Also service whenever drums/rotors are removed.