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Engine - General Maintenance





MAINTENANCE: ENGINE: GENERAL MAINTENANCE

HINT
Perform these procedures after the engine has cooled down.

1. INSPECT DRIVE BELT





2. REPLACE ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER





3. REPLACE ENGINE COOLANT





4. INSPECT EXHAUST PIPES AND MOUNTINGS

(a) Visually check the pipes, hangers and connections for severe corrosion, leaks or damage.

5. REPLACE SPARK PLUGS





6. INSPECT BATTERY





7. INSPECT AIR CLEANER FILTER





8. INSPECT FUEL TANK CAP GASKET





9. INSPECT FUEL LINES AND CONNECTIONS AND FUEL TANK VAPOR VENT SYSTEM HOSES AND FUEL TANK BANDS

(a) Visually check the fuel lines for cracks, leaks, loose connections, deformation or tank band looseness.

10. INSPECT CHARCOAL CANISTER





11. INSPECT VALVE CLEARANCE