The Chapter begins with a schedule of routine vehicle maintenance. Below, the reader is offered Sections that detail the procedure for performing each individual maintenance procedure. The Sections include descriptions of visual inspections, adjustments, component removal and installation procedures, and various helpful tips and tricks.
The proposed recommendations provide for independent implementation of relatively simple and not requiring special training procedures for servicing the car by its owner. Maintenance work should be carried out regularly in strict accordance with the description of their implementation given in the following sections, which will ensure the long-term and reliable service of the vehicle. Remember that maintenance is a comprehensive program and the implementation of only individual points while neglecting others will not lead to the desired result.
Attention! If you have any doubts about the correctness of any maintenance operations, let the service station specialists do them for you
In the process of servicing your car, the reader will soon see that many procedures can and should be combined into general groups due to their similar nature or proximity of components. For example, if the car is raised above the ground for some reason, you should take advantage of the opportunity and at the same time check the condition of the components of the exhaust system, suspension and steering. Also, having rented a torque wrench, check the tightening force of all accessible threaded fasteners. While rotating the wheels, at the same time assess the condition of the brake mechanisms and wheel bearings. The first step in servicing a vehicle is always self-preparation of the performer. Carefully read the material in this Chapter, then make a list of components requiring attention, prepare the necessary tools and sketch out a brief plan of the upcoming work. If extraneous sounds (noises), vibrations or odors are detected, it is necessary to establish their cause or contact specialists at a service station, where this will be done faster and more efficiently. In addition, contact a service station if you believe that your car needs repair.
The authors of the Manual strongly recommend that you observe safety precautions when performing inspection and maintenance work on the vehicle, strictly follow the recommendations below. Failure to comply with these requirements may result in serious injury or damage to the vehicle.
Before starting work
Park the car on a level horizontal surface, apply the parking brake, move the AT selector lever to the "P" position or the manual transmission gearshift lever to the "N" position. Place wheel chocks under the car's wheels.
Turn off the ignition.
Allow the engine to cool before working in the engine compartment.
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If it is necessary to perform work on a running engine, exercise special caution! Make sure that your hands, clothes, hair and tools are kept at a sufficient distance from the fan, drive belts and other rotating parts. It is advisable to remove your tie, wristwatch, rings and other jewelry before starting work.
When it is necessary to start the engine when the car is in a closed space (for example, in the garage), make sure that the exhaust ventilation system is functioning properly. Never work under a vehicle that is supported only by a jack. Always use special stands and supports. Do not bring lit cigarettes, matches or other open flames near fuel containers or battery vents. Never connect/disconnect the battery or semiconductor devices when the ignition is on. Servicing of fuel filters or fuel lines on vehicles equipped with a fuel injection system (MFL) should only be performed at a service station. The fuel system is under constant high internal pressure, even when the engine is switched off.
Attention! Always follow the rules for disposal of used oil and/or other operating fluids, do not harm the environment!
Please also observe the safety precautions given in other chapters of this manual when servicing the relevant systems.
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