1997 Toyota Land Cruiser Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 49

habits and road surface conditions. Brake Linings (shoes and pads), Drums, and Discs Check the brake linings (shoes) and drums for scoring, burning, leaking fluid, broken parts, and excessive wear. Check the pads for excessive wear and discs for runout and wear, and leaking fluid. A qualified technician should perform this operation. Brake Lines and Hoses Visually check for proper installation. Check for chafing,cracks,deterioration,and any evidence of leaking.Replace any deteriorated or damaged parts immediately. A qualified technician should perform these operations. Steering Linkage With the vehicle stopped, check for excessive freeplay in the steering wheel. Check the linkage for bending or damage. Check the dust boots (if so equipped) for deterioration, cracks,or damage.Check the linkage for bending or damage. Replace any damaged parts. SRS Air Bags After initial inspection at 120 months from the manufacture date on the certification label, inspect every 24 months. A qualified technician should perform this operation. Steering Gear Box Inspect the steering gear box and rack and pinion assemblies (if so equipped) for signs of leakage. If you discover any leakage, have it repaired immediately by a qualified technician. Ball Joints and Dust Covers Check the suspension and steering linkage ball joints for looseness or damage. Check all dust covers for deterioration or damage. A qualified technician should perform this operation. Drive Shaft Boots Check the drive shaft(s) boots and clamps for cracks, deterioration,or damage. Replace any damaged parts and, if necessary, repack the grease. For Previa (except All-trac), 4Runner, RAV4, Tacoma, and T100 (4WD), - 49 -