1996 Pontiac Sunfire Owner's Manual - Page 326

Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed below are inspections and services which should be performed at least twicea year (for instance, each spring hl.~ and fl). You should let your GM dealer's service be o txkm qu&& sewke center dotkse -&s. r Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Proper procedures to perform these services may be found in a Pontiac service manual. See "Service and Owner Publications''in the Index. build-up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into the vehicle. See "Engine Exhaust" i the Index. n Radiator and Heater Hose Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are c.racke, s-wolIeE-4 &teriar*d h p e c t ablpipes, or €it'rlrs,vs: Znd clamps; r€@acX as rD3Xiek Throttle Linkage Inspection Inspect the throttle linkage for interference or binding, and for damage or missingparts. Replace parts as needed. Replace any cables that have high effort or excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables. Steering, Suspension and Front-Wheel-Drive Axle Boot andSeal Inspection Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged, looseor missing parts, signsof wear, or lack of lubrication. Inspectthe power steering lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. €or Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals damage, tears or leakage. Replace seals necessary. if Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hookup, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads forwear and rotors for surface condition. Also inspect drum brake linings for wear and cracks. Inspect other brakeparts, including drums, wheel cylinders, calipers, parking brake, etc. Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body near Check parking brake adjustment. You may need to have your brakes inspected more often if your driving habits the exhaust system. Leek for broken, damaged?missing or or conditions result in frequent braking. uut-o€-pusitiun parts as well as open seams, holes, loose connections, or other conditions which could causeheat a 7-43