Maintenance
At least monthly:
Owner maintenance schedule
When you stop for charging:
śꢀ Check coolant level in the coolant
reservoir.
śꢀ Check the coolant level in the coolant
reservoir.
śꢀ Check the operation of all exterior
lights, including the stoplights, turn
signals and hazard warning flashers.
śꢀ Check the windscreen washer fluid
level.
śꢀ Check the inflation pressures of all
tyres including the spare for tyres that
are worn, show uneven wear, or are
damaged.
śꢀ Check for low or under-inflated tyres.
WARNING
śꢀ Check for loose wheel lug nuts.
Be careful when checking your coolant
level if the motor compartment is hot.
This may result in coolant being blown
out of the opening and cause serious
burns and other injuries.
At least twice a year: (i.e., every
Spring and Autumn)
śꢀ Check radiator, heater and air
conditioning hoses for leaks or
damage.
Whilst operating your vehicle:
śꢀ Check for vibrations in the steering
wheel. Notice if there is any increased
steering effort or looseness in the
steering wheel, or change in its
straight-ahead position.
śꢀ Notice if your vehicle constantly turns
slightly or “pulls” to one side when
travelling on smooth, level road.
śꢀ Check windscreen washer spray and
wiper operation. Clean wiper blades
with a clean cloth dampened with
washer fluid.
śꢀ Check headlamp alignment.
śꢀ Check the seat belts for wear and
function.
śꢀ When stopping, listen and check for
unusual sounds, pulling to one side,
increased brake pedal travel or “hard-
to-push” brake pedal.
śꢀ If any slipping or changes in the
operation of your gear shift occurs,
check the shift gear fluid level.
At least once a year:
śꢀ Clean body and door drain holes.
śꢀ Lubricate door hinges and bonnet
hinges.
śꢀ Lubricate door and bonnet locks and
latches.
śꢀ Lubricate door rubber weather strips.
śꢀ Check the air conditioning system.
śꢀ Check the shift gear P (Park) function.
śꢀ Check the parking brake.
śꢀ Inspect and lubricate shift gear
śꢀ Check for fluid leaks under your
vehicle (water dripping from the air
conditioning system during or after
use is normal).
linkage and controls.
śꢀ Clean the battery (12V) and terminals.
śꢀ Check the brake fluid level.
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