Routine care and maintenance — general information In compiling this chapter, the main focus has been on helping the hobby mechanic keep their vehicle in peak performance, economy, safety, and reliability. Further in the...
Maintenance Specifications Recommended lubricants and fluids Attention! Keep children away from operational materials - if they enter the body of a child, immediately consult a doctor! Note. Only...
Active Scheduled Maintenance Alert System (ASSYST) Note. The idle time of the vehicle with the battery disconnected by the ASSYST system is not taken into account when calculating the time for the next scheduled...
Schedule of ongoing maintenance The suggested recommendations assume that the owner performs the vehicle maintenance procedures independently, as opposed to the work performed at the service station of...
General information about settings Term «setting» used in this manual to refer to a set of procedures rather than a single procedure. If the routine maintenance schedule is strictly adhered to from the...
Checking fluid levels, leak control Note. The following procedure describes the procedures performed on a monthly basis. For other fluid level checks, see the appropriate Service Specific Sections below....
Changing the engine oil and oil filter General information Attention! Prolonged skin contact with used engine oil is quite dangerous. Use barrier cream and wear gloves during this procedure. Change oil-soaked...
Checking the brake system Warning! Dust resulting from wear on the linings and accumulating on brake components may contain asbestos that is hazardous to health. Do not blow this dust out with...
Checking the power system, replacing the fuel filter Warning! Gasoline is highly flammable, so special precautions must be taken when working on any component of the fuel system! Do not smoke, and do not approach the work...
Changing the filter and automatic transmission fluid Note. The automatic transmissions used on the considered car models are filled with transmission fluid for the entire service life and do not need regular checks and...
Visual check of tightness of automatic transmission Note. Oil in AT does not need to be changed during the entire period of operation. The most likely places for ATF leaks to develop include the following: The plane of...
Checking the condition of the anthers of the drive shafts 1. Anthers of drive shafts are very important elements, because. they protect the constant velocity joints (SHRUS) against dirt, water and other foreign objects causing...
Checking the air conditioning system Attention! The air conditioning system is under high pressure. Do not attempt to loosen any connections or remove parts of the system without first discharging the...
Lubrication of door stops and lock cylinders 1. Periodically lubricate door stops and hinges with Optimol-Optitemp TT 1. 2. Lubricate the door lock cylinders. Insert and remove the key several times.
Visual inspection of seat belts and airbag modules 1. Pull out the seat belt fully and check the webbing for broken threads. 2. Damage can be caused by, for example, a pinched belt or exposure to a burning cigarette. In...
Checking the headlights and horn 1. Turn on the ignition and check the operation of all external lighting devices. 2. With the help of an assistant or by driving the car in reverse against a wall, check...
Checking the condition and replacing the wiper blades Status check 1. Road film builds up on the wiper blades over time, reducing their effectiveness, so the wiper blades should be washed regularly in a mild cleaning...
Cabin filter replacement 1. The cabin filter is installed in the right rear corner of the engine compartment. 2. Open the hood and lock it in an upright position. 3. Turn out fastenings of...
Changing the Differential Lock Fluid Attention! Do not reuse used brake fluid! Used brake fluid is easily distinguished from fresh brake fluid by its darker color. Attention! Never drain brake fluid down...
Brake Fluid Replacement Attention! Do not reuse used brake fluid! Used brake fluid is easily distinguished from fresh brake fluid by its darker color. Attention! Never drain brake fluid down...
Replacing Glow Plugs (Diesel Models) Installation details for glow plugs on diesel engines (on the example of a 4-cylinder engine) 1. Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature (80°С). Attention!...