Engine - General Maintenance

INSPECTION

HINT: Inspect these items when the engine is cold.

1. REPLACE TIMING BELT
2. INSPECT DRIVE BELT (Generator and A/C)
3. REPLACE SPARK PLUGS

4. INSPECT AIR FILTER
a. Visually check that the air filter is not excessively dirty or oily.

HINT: Oiliness may indicate a stuck PCV valve.

If necessary, replace the air cleaner element.

b. Clean the air filter with compressed air.
First blow from the inside thoroughly, then blow oft the outside of the element.

5. REPLACE AIR FILTER
Replace the air filter with a new one.

6. REPLACE ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER
7. REPLACE ENGINE COOLANT
8. INSPECT CHARCOAL CANISTER
9. REPLACE GASKET IN FUEL TANK CAP
10. INSPECT FUEL LINES AND CONNECTIONS
11. INSPECT EXHAUST PIPES AND MOUNTINGS
12. ADJUST VALVE CLEARANCE