26.1. Materials needed to lubricate the chassis and body:
1 - Engine oil - oil in this package can be used for door and hood hinges
2 - Graphite spray - used to lubricate lock cylinders
3 - Grease - Grease of various types and consistency is applied using a grease gun. See technical specifications for required lubricant requirements
4 - Grease Gun - Shown here is a conventional grease gun with detachable hose and fitting. It is necessary for the lubrication of the chassis. Clean the syringe thoroughly after use!
2. For easier access under the vehicle, jack it up and place jack stands under the frame. Make sure the racks are securely fastened. If at this time it is also necessary to remove the wheels for changing or checking the brakes, slightly loosen the wheel nuts while the vehicle is still on the ground.
3. Before lubricating, squeeze some lubricant out of the tip to remove debris from the end of the syringe. Wipe the nozzle with a clean cloth.
4. Having collected plenty of clean rags and taking a grease gun, proceed to lubricate the parts while lying under the car.
5. Wipe dry the ball joint oiler and put the tip of the grease gun on it (see illustration). Press the lever on the grease gun to squeeze out the grease. Continue squeezing out the grease until it starts to come out of the joint between the two parts. If it starts to come out around the tip of the syringe, this means that the oiler is dirty or the syringe tip is not completely put on the nozzle. Replace oiler if necessary.
26.5. After wiping the oiler dry, put on the tip of the grease gun and pump grease into the ball joint (usually two strokes of the syringe are enough)
6. Wipe excess grease from parts and grease fitting. Repeat the above procedure for the steering tips. Grease should be pumped into them until stiffness is felt when touching the rubber seals. Do not pump too much grease into the nozzle, as this may damage the covers (see illustration).
26.6. Pump grease into the tie rod end until hardness is felt when the rubber seal is touched
7. While under the vehicle, clean and lubricate the parking brake cable along with the cable guides and levers. This can be done by applying a little lubricant to the cable and mating parts with your fingers.
8. Raise the hood and apply some chassis lubricant to the hood latch mechanism. As you lubricate the cable at the latch, have a second person pull the cable release lever from inside the vehicle.
9. Lubricate all veils (door, hood hinges, etc.) engine oil to keep them running.
10. Lock cylinders can be lubricated with graphite grease or silicone spray available from auto parts stores.
11. Lubricate door seals with silicone spray. This will reduce abrasion and slow down wear.