Vehicle Checklist

Read the owner's manual to learn about your vehicle's systems and components.

Follow the recommended service schedules. Keep a log of all repairs and service.

Every 6 ,000 miles or 6 months

Change oil and filter

Lubricate chassis

Check fluids

Check tyre pressure

Check all belts and hoses

check, lights, washers, wipers and horn

Every 12,000 miles or annually

Change oil and filter

Lubricate chassis

Replace all filters including air, fuel, and PCV filter

Check brakes and check wheel bearings

Check and adjust valves if rocker-type arm

Replace plugs, and all necessary tune-up and emission items

Check all belts including timing belt

Inspect cooling system hoses and fluid for cleanliness

Check temperature for engine thermostat

Look over vehicle for leaks and other problems

Every 2 years

Same as 12,000-mile or annual tune-up and inspection plus:

Bleed brakes to renew fluid and remove contamination from normal wear and tear

Drain cooling systems, radiator, engine block, and all heater-related components. De-scale as necessary and inspect radiator for cleanliness. Refill with water and anti freeze Add corrosion protection fluid

Replace automatic transmission fluid

Every 60,000 miles or 5 years

Same as 12,000-mile or annual tune-up and inspection plus:

Replace oil in manual transmission

Replace oil in automatic transmission if using synthetic

Replace oil in differentials and transfer case

Every 60,000 miles or 5 years

Same as 12,000-mile or annual tune-up and inspection plus:

Replace rubber timing belts on camshafts if required

NOTE

Timing belt failure causes major valve damage

If you are unsure of timing belt history on your vehicle

then replacement is advisable