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Air filter
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Check it every month. Replace it when it becomes dirty or as part of a tune -up.
It is easy to reach, right under the big metal 'lid', in a carbureted engine; or
in a rectangular box at the forward end of the air in a duct hose assembly.
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Battery
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Extreme caution should be taken while handling a battery since it can produce explosive
gases. It is advisable not to smoke, create a spark or light a match near a battery.
Always wear protective glasses and gloves.
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Belts
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Inspect belts and hoses smoothly. Replace glazed, worn or frayed belts. Replace
bulging, rotten or brittle hoses and tighten clamps. If a hose looks bad, or feels
too soft or too hard, it should be replaced.
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Brake Fluid
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Check the brake fluid monthly. First wipe dirt from the brake master cylinder reservoir
lid. Pry off the retainer clip and remove the lid or unscrew the plastic lid, depending
on which type your vehicle has. If you need fluid, add the improved type and check
for possible leaks throughout the system. Do not overfill.
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Engine Oil
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Check the oil after every fill up. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean. Insert it
fully and remove it again. If it is low, add oil. To maintain peak performance,
the oil should be changed every 3,000 miles or 3 months, whichever comes first.
Replace the oil filter with every oil change.
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Exhaust
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Look underneath for loose or broken exhaust clamps and supports. Check for holes
in muffler or pipes. Replace the rusted or damaged parts. Have the emission checked
at once per year for compliance with local laws.
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Lights
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Make sure that all your lights are clean and working, including the brake lights,
turn signals and emergency flashers. Keep spare bulbs and fuses in your vehicle.
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Oil Filter
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To maintain peak performance, change oil every 3 months or 3,000 kms whichever comes
first. Replace oil filter with every oil change.
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Power Steering Fluid
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Check the power steering fluid level once per month. Check it by removing the reservoir
dipstick. If the level is down, add fluid and inspect the pump and hoses for leaks.
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Transmission Fluid
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Check transmission fluid monthly with engine warm and running, and the parking brake
on. Shift to drive, then to park. Remove dipstick, wipe dry, insert it and remove
it again. Add the approved type fluid, if needed. Never overfill.
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Tyres
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Keep tyres inflated to recommended pressure. Check for cuts, bulges and excessive
tread wear. Uneven wear indicates tyres are misaligned or out of balance.
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