1997 Pontiac Grand Prix Owner's Manual - Page 387

Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed below are inspectionsand services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). You should let your GM dealer's service department or other qualified service center do these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Proper procedures to perform these services may be found in a GM service manual. See "Service and Owner Publications" in the Index. missing or out-of-position parts as well as open seams, holes, looseconnections or other conditions which could cause a heat build-up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into thevehicle. See "Engine Exhaust" in the Index. Radiator and Heater Hose Inspection Inspect the hosesand have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, fittings and clamps; replace as needed. Throttle Linkage Inspection Inspect the throttle linkage forinterference or binding, and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as needed. Replace any cables that have high eEort o r excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables. Steering, Suspension andFront Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged, loose ormissing parts, signs of wear or lack of lubrication. Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for damage, tears or leakage.Replace seals if necessary. Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks,cracks, chafing, etc.Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition. Inspectother brake parts, including calipers, parking brake, etc. Check parking brake adjustment. You may need to have your brakes inspected more often if your driving habits or conditions result in frequent braking. Exhaust System Inspection Inspect thecomplete exhaust system. Inspect the body near the exhaust system. Look for broken, damaged,