Buick 1994 Skylark Owner's Manual download pdf (Page 272)

iNSPECTION

OR SERVICE

Restraint Systems

Steering,

Suspension and

Front-Wheel-

Drive Axle Boot

and Seal

Inspection

Exhaust System

Inspection

WHAT SHOULD BE DONE

Now and then, make sure all your belts,

buckles, latch plates, retractors,

anchorages and reminder systems are

working properly. Look for any loose

parts or damage. If you see anything

that might keep a restraint system from

doing its job, have it repaired.

Inspect the front and rear suspension

and steering system for damaged, loose

or missing parts, signs of wear, or lack

of lubrication.. Inspect the power

steering lines and hoses for proper

hookup, binding, leaks, cracks,

chafing, etc. Clean and then inspect the

drive axle boot seals for damage, tears

or leakage. Replace seals if necessary.

Inspect

the

complete exhaust system.

Inspect the body near the exhaust system.

Look for broken, damaged, missing or

out-of-position parts as well as open

seams, holes, loose connections, or other

conditions which could cause a heat

build-up

in

the floor pan

or

could let

exhaust fumes into the vehicle. See

“Engine Exhaust’’ in the Index.

INSPECTION

OR SERVICE

Throttle Linkage

[nspection

Brake System

[nspection

WHAT SHOULD BE DONE

Inspect the throttle linkage for

interference or binding, and for

damaged or missing parts. Replace

parts as needed.

Inspect the complete system. Inspect

brake lines and hoses for proper

hookup, binding, leaks, cracks,

chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for

wear and rotors for surface condition.

Also inspect drum. brake linings for

wear and cracks. Inspect other brake

parts, including drums, wheel

cylinders, calipers, parking brake, etc.

The parking brake is self-adjusting and

no manual adjustment is required. You

‘may need to have your brakes inspected

more often if your driving habits or

conditions result

h

frequent braking.

NOTE:

A

low brake fluid level can

indicate worn disc brake pads which

may need to be serviced. Also, if the

brake sysytem warning light stays on or

comes

on,

something may be wrong

with the brake system.

See

“Anti-Lock

Brake System Warning Light”

in

the

Index.

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