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Body - General Maintenance





MAINTENANCE: BODY: GENERAL MAINTENANCE

1. TIGHTEN BOLTS AND NUTS

(a) Tighten the bolts and nuts on the chassis parts listed below, if necessary.

* Front axle and suspension

* Drive train

* Rear axle and suspension

* Brake system

* Engine mounting

* Other chassis parts

(b) Tighten the bolts and nuts on the body parts listed below, if necessary.

* Seat belt system

* Seats

* Doors and hood

* Body mountings

* Fuel tank

* Exhaust pipe system

* Other body parts

2. TIRE ROTATION Component Tests and General Diagnostics

3. FINAL INSPECTION

(a) Check the operation of the body parts.

(1) Hood

* Auxiliary catch operates properly.

* Hood locks securely when closed.

(2) Front doors

* Door locks operate properly.

* Doors close properly.

(3) Back door

* Door locks operate properly.

(4) Seats

* Seat adjusts easily and lock securely in any position.

* Front seatbacks lock securely in any position.

* Fold-down rear seatbacks lock securely.

(5) Be sure to deliver a clean car. Make sure to check the following:

* Steering wheel

* Shift lever knob

* All switches and knobs

* Door handles

* Seats