Tires*:
needed.
Steering wheel:
Check the pressure with a gauge often and always
prior to long distance trips. Adjust the pressure in all
tires, including the spare, to the pressure specified.
Check carefully for damage, cuts or excessive wear.
Check for changes in the steering condition, such as
excessive play, hard steering or strange noises.
Windshield:
Clean the windshield on a regular basis. Check the
windshield at least every six months for cracks or other
damage. Repair as necessary.
Warning lights and chimes:
Make sure that all warning lights and chimes are
operating properly.
Tire rotation*:
Wiper blades*:
In the case that Two-Wheel Drive (2WD) and front &
rear tires are same size; Tires should be rotated every
10,000 km (6,000 miles). Tires marked with directional
indicators can only be rotated between front and rear.
Make sure that the directional indicators point in the
direction of wheel rotation after the tire rotation is
completed.
Check for cracks or wear if not functioning correctly.
Replace as necessary.
Windshield defogger:
Check that the air comes out of the defogger outlets
properly and in good quantity when operating the
heater or air conditioner.
Inside vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should be checked
on a regular basis, such as when performing periodic
maintenance, cleaning the vehicle, etc.
Windshield wiper and washer*:
Check that the wipers and washer operate properly
and that the wipers do not streak.
In the case that Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) and front &
rear tires are same size; Tires should be rotated every
5,000 km (3,000 miles). Tires marked with directional
indicators can only be rotated between front and rear.
Make sure that the directional indicators point in the
direction of wheel rotation after the tire rotation is
completed.
Accelerator pedal:
Under hood and vehicle
Check the pedal for smooth operation and make sure
that the pedal does not catch or require uneven effort.
Keep the floor mats away from the pedal.
The maintenance items listed here should be checked
periodically (for example, each time you check the
engine oil or refuel).
Brake pedal*:
Check the pedal for smooth operation and make sure
that it is the proper distance from the floor mat when
depressed fully. Check the brake booster function. Be
sure to keep the floor mats away from the pedal.
Battery*:
In the case that front tires are different size from rear
tires; Tires cannot be rotated.
Except for maintenance free battery, check the fluid
level in each cell. It should be between the “UPPER”
and “LOWER” lines. Vehicles operated in high
temperatures or under severe conditions require
frequent checks of the battery fluid level.
However, the timing for tire rotation may vary according
to your driving habits and the road surface conditions.
Parking brake*:
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) trans-
mitter components (if equipped):
Check the parking brake operation regularly. Check
that the lever (if equipped) or the pedal (if equipped)
has the proper travel. Also make sure that the vehicle is
held securely on a fairly steep hill when only the
parking brake is applied.
Brake (and clutch) fluid level(s)*:
Replace the TPMS transmitter grommet seal, valve
core and cap when the tires are replaced due to wear
or age.
For Manual Transmission (MT) model; make sure that
the brake and clutch fluid levels are between the
“MAX” and “MIN” lines on the reservoirs.
Seat belts:
Wheel alignment and balance:
Except for Manual Transmission (MT) model; make
sure that the brake fluid level is between the “MAX”
and “MIN” lines on the reservoir.
Check that all parts of the seat belt system (for
example, buckles, anchors, adjusters and retractors)
operate properly and smoothly, and are installed
securely. Check the belt webbing for cuts, fraying,
wear or damage.
If the vehicle should pull to either side while driving on
a straight and level road, or if you detect uneven or
abnormal tire wear, there may be a need for wheel
alignment. If the steering wheel or seat vibrates at
normal highway speeds, wheel balancing may be
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