Part
C:
Periodic Maintenance
Inspections
Listed below are inspections and services which should
be
performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring
and
fall).
You should let your
GM
dealer’s service
department or other qualified service center do these jobs.
Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
Proper procedures to perform these services may be
found
in
a Chevrolet service manual. See “Service and
Owner Publications” in the Index.
Steering, Suspension and Front-Wheel-Drive
Axle
Boot
and Seal Inspection
Inspect
the front and rear suspension and steering system
for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs
of
wear,
or
lack
of lubrication. Inspect the power steering lines and hoses
for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc.
Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for
damage, tears or leakage. Replace seals
if
necessary.
Exhaust System Inspection
Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the
body
near
the
exhaust system. Look for broken, damaged, missing or
out-of-position
parts
as
well
as
open seams, holes, loose
connections, or other conditions
which
could cause a heat
build-up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into
the vehicle, See “Engine Exhaust”
in
the Index.
Radiator and Heater Hose Inspection
Inspect the hoses and have them replaced
if
they are
cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes,
fittings and clamps; replace as needed.
Throttle Linkage Inspection
Inspect the throttle linkage for interference or binding,
and for damage or missing parts. Replace parts as
needed. Replace any cables that have high effort or
excessive wear.
Do
not lubricate accelerator and cruise
control cables.
Brake System Inspection
Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and
hoses for proper hookup, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing,
etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for
surface condition.
Also
inspect drum brake linings for
wear and cracks. Inspect other brake parts, including
drums,
wheel cylinders, calipers, parking brake, etc.
Check parking brake adjustment. You may need to have
your brakes inspected more often if your driving habits
or conditions result
in
frequent braking.
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