Routine maintenance and servicing

This Chapter is designed to help the home mechanic maintain his/her vehicle for safety, economy, long life and peak performance.

The Chapter contains a master maintenance schedule, followed by Sections dealing specifically with each task on the schedule. Visual checks, adjustments, component renewal and other helpful items are included. Refer to the accompanying illustrations of the engine compartment and the underside of the vehicle for the locations of the various components.

See also:

Air cleaner - removal and refitting
Removal 1 On CVH models, disconnect the battery negative lead. 2 Remove the screws from the top of the air cleaner cover (see illustration). 3.2 Air cleaner securing screws (arrowed) 3 Disconn ...

Buying Spare Parts
Spare parts are available from many sources, including maker’s appointed garages, accessory shops, and motor factors. To be sure of obtaining the correct parts, it will sometimes be necessary to q ...

Auxiliary shaft - removal, inspection and refitting
Note: A new gasket should be used when refitting the auxiliary shaft cover (see text). Removal 1 Remove the timing belt and the auxiliary shaft sprocket. 2 Remove the distributor. 3 Remove the m ...