RM36D0EC _V1 General _083136 MAINTENANCE _0402298 GENERAL MAINTENANCE F

MAINTENANCE  GENERAL MAINTENANCE  UNDER HOOD  


GENERAL NOTES


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Maintenance requirements vary depending on the country.

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Check the maintenance schedule in the owner's manual supplement.

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Following the maintenance schedule is mandatory.

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Determine the appropriate time to service the vehicle using either distance driven or time elapsed, whichever reaches the specification first.

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Maintain similar intervals between periodic maintenance unless noted.

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Failing to check each vehicle part could lead to poor engine performance and increased exhaust emissions.



WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID


a.

Check that there is sufficient fluid in the tank.



ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL


a.

Check that the coolant level is between the "FULL" and "LOW" lines on the see-through reservoir.



INVERTER COOLANT LEVEL


a.

Check that there is sufficient fluid in the tank.



RADIATOR AND HOSES


a.

Check that the front of the radiator is clean and not blocked by leaves, dirt or insects.


b.

Check the radiator and hoses for:

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Damage

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Cracks

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Kinks

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Corrosion

·

Rot

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Clogging

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Leaks




BRAKE FLUID LEVEL


a.

Check that the brake fluid level is near the upper level line on the see-through reservoir.



ENGINE DRIVE BELT


a.

Check the drive belt for fraying, cracks, wear or oil.



ENGINE OIL LEVEL


a.

Check that the engine oil level is between the full level and low level marks on the dipstick with the ignition switch off.



CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSAXLE FLUID


a.

Visually check the overflow plug and oil pan for fluid leaks or traces of fluid.



HYBRID TRANSAXLE FLUID


a.

Visually check the overflow plug and oil pan for fluid leaks or traces of fluid.



EXHAUST SYSTEM


a.

Check for unusual exhaust sounds or abnormal exhaust fumes. If a problem is found, locate the cause and correct it.

HINT:

If any change in the sound of the exhaust or smell of the exhaust fumes is noticed, inspect and repair the exhaust system.