2008 Suzuki XL7 Owner's Manual - Page 229

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Service • Inspect engine air cleaner filter. If necessary, replace filter. • • Inspect suspension and steering components. • • Inspect engine cooling system. • • Instruction Maintenance I Maintenance II Refer to "Engine Air Cleaner/Filter" in "Checking Things Under the Hood" in the "Service and Appearance Care" section. • If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, inspect the filter at each engine oil change. Visually inspect front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged, loose, or missing parts, signs of wear. • Inspect power steering cables for proper hook-up, binding, cracks, chafing, etc. (if equipped). Visually inspect hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen, or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, fittings and clamps; replace parts as needed. • To help ensure proper operation, a pressure test of the cooling system and pressure cap and cleaning the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser is recommended at least once a year. Inspect wiper blades for wear, cracking, or contamination. Clean the windshield and wiper blades, if contaminated. Replace wiper blades that are worn or damaged. • Refer to "Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement" in the "Service and Appearance Care" section and "Windshield and Wiper Blades" in "Appearance Care" in the "Service and Appearance Care" section for more information. Make sure the safety belt reminder light and safety belt assemblies are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from • doing its job, have it repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced. Also refer to "Airbag System Check" in "Airbag System" in the "Seats and Restraint Systems" section. Inspect wiper blades. • Inspect restraint system components 6-4