Underbody Maintenance
Use plain water to flush dirt and debris from the vehicle's underbody.
Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this. If not removed, rust and corrosion can develop.
See also:
Owner Checks and Services
At Each Fuel Stop
- Check the engine oil level.
See Engine Oil.
Once a Month
- Check the tire inflation
pressures. See Tire Pressure.
- Inspect the tires for wear.
See Tire Inspection.
- Chec ...
Shocks and Struts
Shocks and struts help aid in control
for a smoother ride.
- Signs of wear may include
steering wheel vibration,
bounce/sway while braking,
longer stopping distance,
or uneven tire wear.
- ...
Vehicle Load Limits
It is very important to know how much weight the vehicle can carry. This
weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all
occupants, cargo and all nonfactory—installed opt ...