Under Hood - General Maintenance

MAINTENANCE: UNDER HOOD: GENERAL MAINTENANCE; 2013 MY FR-S [03/2012 -]

1. GENERAL NOTES

* Maintenance requirements vary depending on the country.

* Following the maintenance schedule is mandatory.

* Determine the appropriate time to service the vehicle using either miles driven or time (months) elapsed, whichever reaches the specification first.

* Maintain similar intervals between periodic maintenance unless noted.

* Failing to check each maintenance item could lead to poor engine performance and increase exhaust emissions.

2. WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID

(a) Check that there is sufficient fluid in the tank.

3. ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL

(a) Check that the coolant level is between the "FULL" and "LOW" lines on the see-through reservoir.

4. RADIATOR AND HOSES

(a) Check that the front of the radiator is clean and not blocked by leaves, dirt and bugs.

(b) Check the radiator and hoses for:

* Damage

* Cracks

* Kinks

* Corrosion

* Rot

* Clogging

* Leaks

5. BATTERY ELECTROLYTE LEVEL

(a) Check that the electrolyte level of all the battery cells is between the upper and lower level lines on the case.

HINT
If the electrolyte level is difficult to see, lightly shake the vehicle.

6. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL

(a) Check that the brake fluid level is near the upper level line on the see-through reservoirs.

7. ENGINE DRIVE BELT

(a) Check the drive belt for fraying, cracks, wear or oil.

8. ENGINE OIL LEVEL

(a) Park the vehicle on in a level place.

(b) With the engine turned off, check that the engine oil level is between the full level and low level marks.

HINT
* Check the oil level before the engine is started, or 5 minutes or more after the engine has been stopped (after engine warming).
* Check both sides of the dipstick and use the value obtained from the lower side oil level.

9. EXHAUST SYSTEM

(a) Visually inspect for severe corrosion, cracks, holes or loose supports.

HINT
If any change in the sound of the exhaust or smell of the exhaust fumes is noticed, inspect and repair the exhaust system.