Maintenance
Maintenance
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Brake/clutch fluid level.
SERVICE INTERVALS
Power steering fluid level.
Screen washer fluid level.
Tyre pressures and condition.
Operate air conditioning.
An upcoming service interval will be notified to
the driver via the Service Interval Indicator in
the message centre. If the distance or time are
exceeded, the display will show a negative
value (-) to indicate that a service is overdue.
See 58, SERVICE INTERVAL INDICATOR.
Note: The engine oil level should be checked
more frequently if the vehicle is driven for
prolonged periods at high speeds.
SERVICE PORTFOLIO
Vehicle identification information is recorded in
the Service Portfolio by the selling dealer. The
book also includes important information
about customer care, owner issues, routine
servicing, parts replacement and vehicle
recalls.
DRIVING IN ARDUOUS CONDITIONS
When a vehicle is operated in extremely
arduous conditions, more frequent attention
must be paid to servicing requirements.
Arduous driving conditions include:
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Driving in dusty and/or sandy conditions.
Driving on rough and/or muddy roads.
Frequent wading.
Ensure your service provider signs and stamps
the book after each service and inspection.
OWNER MAINTENANCE
Frequent driving at high speeds in high
ambient temperatures above 50oC.
Any significant or sudden drop in fluid
levels, or uneven tyre wear, should be
reported to a qualified technician
without delay.
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Frequent driving in severe cold weather
below -40oC.
Frequent driving in mountainous
conditions.
In addition to the routine maintenance, a
number of simple checks must be carried out
more frequently.
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Frequent trailer towing.
Driving in areas using road salt or other
corrosive materials on the driving surface.
DAILY CHECKS
Contact your Dealer/Authorised Repairer for
advice.
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Operation of lamps, horn, direction
indicators, wipers, washers and warning
lamps.
ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM
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Operation of seat belts and brakes.
No modifications or additions should
be made to the anti-theft system. Such
changes could cause the system to
malfunction.
Look for fluid deposits underneath the
vehicle that might indicate a leak.
Condensation drips from the air
conditioning are normal.
WEEKLY CHECKS
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Engine oil level.
Engine coolant level.
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