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150000 MI or 240000 KM

Reset
    Oil Change Reminder Lamp
      Perform at mileage interval or every 6 months whichever occurs first. Reset the oil replacement reminder ("MAINT REQD") light after replacing engine oil, if vehicle is equipped with this light.
Diagnose/Test
    Drum Brake System
      Perform at mileage interval or every 36 months whichever occurs first. Measure brake lining thickness. Inspect brake linings (shoes) and drums for scoring, burning, fluid leakage, broken parts and excessive wear.
    Disc Brake System
      Perform at mileage interval or every 36 months whichever occurs first. Measure brake pad thickness and rotor thickness and runout. Inspect for signs of fluid leakage.
Inspect
    Suspension Control ( Automatic - Electronic )
      Initial inspection at 30,000 miles or 36 months; inspect every 15,000 or 18 months thereafter. Inspect active height control gas chamber, if equipped.
    Steering Gear
      Perform at mileage interval or every 18 months whichever occurs first. Inspect steering gear box for signs of leakage.
    Steering
      Perform at mileage interval or every 18 months, whichever comes first. Check for excessive freeplay in the steering wheel. Inspect the linkage for excessive freeplay, bending and damage and dust boots for deterioration, cracks and damage. Inspect steering gear box condition.
    Radiator
      Perform at mileage interval or every 18 months, whichever comes first. Inspect radiator and condensor core for debris and signs of damage.
    Fuel Tank Mounting Straps
      Perform at mileage interval or every 36 months, whichever comes first. Inspect fuel tank band for corrosion, damage, cracks or looseness.
    Fuel Supply Line
      Perform at mileage interval or every 36 months, whichever comes first. Inspect fuel lines for corrosion, damage, cracks and loose or leaking connections
    Fuel Filler Cap
      Perform at mileage interval or every 36 months, whichever comes first. Inspect fuel tank cap gasket for damage, cracks, looseness or leakage.
    Fluid - Differential
      Perform at mileage interval or every 18 months whichever occurs first. Inspect rear differential oil and check for signs of leakage.
    Fluid - A/T
      Perform at mileage interval or every 36 months, whichever comes first.
    Exhaust System
      Perform at mileage interval or every 18 months, whichever comes first. Visually inspect the exhaust pipes, muffler and hangers for cracks, deterioration and damage. Check for exhaust leakage.
    Evaporative Emissions Hose
      Perform at mileage interval or every 36 months, whichever comes first. Inspect fuel tank vapor vent system hoses for damage, cracks and loose or leaking connections.
    Drive Belt
      Initial inspection at 60,000 miles or 72 months. Inspect every 15,000 miles or 18 months thereafter, whichever comes first. Inspect drive belts for cracks, excessive wear and oilyness. Check belt tension.
    Constant Velocity Joint Boot
      Perform at mileage interval or every 18 months, whichever comes first. Inspect drive shaft boots and clamps for cracks, deterioration and damage.
    Condenser HVAC
      Perform at mileage interval or every 18 months, whichever comes first. Inspect condenser for debris and signs of damage.
    Brake Hose/Line
      Perform at mileage interval or every 18 months, whichever comes first. Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for proper installation, chafing, cracks, deterioration and signs of leakage.
    Ball Joint
      Perform at mileage interval or every 18 months, whichever comes first. Check the suspension and steering linkage ball joints for looseness and damage. Check all dust covers for deterioration and damage.
Replace
    Oil Filter, Engine
      Perform at mileage interval or every 6 months, whichever comes first.
    Engine Oil
      Perform at mileage interval or every 6 months, whichever comes first.
    Coolant
      Initial replacement at 100,000 miles or 120 months, whichever comes first. Replace every 50,000 miles thereafter. Drain and flush the cooling system and refill with ethylene-glycol type coolant. Inspect hoses and connections for corrosion and leaks.
    Cabin Air Filter / Purifier
      Perform at mileage interval or every 36 months whichever occurs first. Replace cabin air filter, if equipped.
    Air Filter Element
      Perform at mileage interval or every 36 months, whichever comes first.
Rotate
    Tires
      Perform at mileage interval or every 6 months, whichever comes first.