Footnotes — Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services — Severe
a) Vehicles with different size front and rear tires do not have tire rotation. See Tire Rotation.
b) Or every two years, whichever comes first.
c) Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook–up, routing, and condition. Check that the purge valve, if the vehicle has one, works properly. Replace as needed.
d) Or every four years, whichever comes first.
e) Do not directly power wash the transfer case output seals. High pressure water can overcome the seals and contaminate the transfer case fluid. Contaminated fluid will decrease the life of the transfer case and should be replaced.
f) Or every five years, whichever comes first. See Cooling System.
g) Or every 10 years, whichever comes first. Inspect for fraying, excessive cracking, or damage; replace, if needed.
h) Inspect for fraying, excessive cracking, or damage; replace, if needed.
See also:
Safety Belt Care
Keep belts clean and dry.
WARNING
Do not bleach or dye safety belts. It may severely weaken them. In a crash, they
might not be able to provide adequate protection. Clean safety belts only wi ...
Checking Coolant
The vehicle must be on a level surface when checking the coolant level.
Check to see if coolant is visible in the coolant surge tank. If the coolant
inside the coolant surge tank is boiling, do no ...
Ride Quality
The ATS' ride quality is confident and comfortable. A difference of 1 inch in
wheel diameter isn't always noticeable, but I found the 2.5L with its 17-inch
wheels to ride a little softer than the ...






