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.

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Fuel cut-off (inertia) switch - removal and refitting
Removal 1 The fuel cut-off switch is located in the luggage compartment, under the spare wheel (see illustration). 18.1 Fuel cut-off (inertia) switch location (arrowed) - 1.4 CFI engine A Reset ...

Fuel filter renewal (Every 24 000 miles (40 000 km) or 2 years)
Caution: Refer to the precautions in Chapter 4, Part B, Section 1 before proceeding. 2.0 litre SOHC fuel injection models 1 The fuel filter is located on the left-hand side of the engine compart ...

Exterior lamp bulbs - renewal
Note: The glass envelopes of the headlamp, auxiliary driving lamp and front foglamp bulbs must not be touched with the fingers. If the glass is accidentally touched, it should be washed with methy ...