The chapter contains a basic maintenance schedule, followed by subsections describing the various types of work. The chapter includes descriptions of visual checks, adjustments, replacement of parts, as well as other useful information. To determine the location of certain components, refer to the corresponding illustrations showing the engine compartment at the top and bottom.
If maintenance is carried out on a schedule based on mileage/time traveled, as described in the following subsections, the result will be continued vehicle performance. The given maintenance plan is comprehensive, therefore, the implementation of some items of the service program, and not the implementation of others, will negatively affect the final result.
As the service progresses, it will become clear that many procedures can and should be combined due to the same work methodology or due to the close relative position of components that are not technically connected to each other.
For example, if for some reason the car was lifted, then not only the suspension and steering, but also the fuel, exhaust and brake systems can be inspected. When rearranging wheels, after removing them, inspect the brake system elements. If you have rented a torque wrench, do not limit its use to checking the torque of just the spark plugs, for example. Carry out the necessary checks as much as possible and tighten other fasteners that need it.
The first step in a maintenance program is preparation for the work to be performed. Read all sections of the manual that apply to the work you are going to do, then make a list and prepare all the tools and spare parts you may need. If there is uncertainty in the selection of spare parts. and if there is any uncertainty regarding the method of performing the work, consult with professional specialists in the relevant field.
Owner's Manual and Vehicle Data Plate
The owner's manual is written to accommodate modifications made year after year and contains vehicle-specific information. It contains diagrams of the arrangement of elements and specifications, describes the method for replacing fuses, provides catalog numbers of spare parts, etc. This manual is a necessary tool when performing independent maintenance and repair of a car. If the car is not equipped with an owner's manual, you should order this book from the company's network.
Other necessary data is provided on plates and stickers located on vehicle components. This data includes adjustment parameters. Sometimes the labels indicate the type of spark plugs used (see chapter 6, which describes the information plates). The data was developed by manufacturers for a specific car modification.
The maintenance and safety procedures described in this chapter may differ from those contained in the owner's manual or on information decals. In this case, the last two sources take precedence.