1995 Buick Park Avenue Owner's Manual - Page 324

Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body near the cxh;lust system. Look for broken, damaged, missing or out-ot-position parts a s well as open seams, holes, loose connections, or other conditions which could cause a heat build-up i n the tloor pan or could let exhaust fumes into the vehicle. See "Engine Exhaust" in the Index. Throttle Linkage Inspection Restraint Systems Now and then, make sure d l your belts. buckles. latch plates, retractors. anchorages and reminder systems are working properly. Look tor any loose parts o r damage. If you see anything thitl might keep a restraint system from doing its job. have it repaired. Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and hoses f o r proper hookup. binding, leaks, cracks. chafing. etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition. Also inspect drum brake linings for wear and cracks. Inspe.ct other brake parts. including drums. wheel cylinders, calipers, parking brake, etc. Check parkins brake adjustment. You may need t o have yoltr brakes inspected more often if your driving habits or conditions result i n frequent braking. Steering, Suspension and Front-WheelDrive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection Inspect the front and ear suspension il11d steering sysrem for damaged, loose o r 1nissing parts. signs o f ' wear, o r lack of lubrication. Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper hookup, binding,leaks. cracks, chafing. etc. Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for darrlagts, tears or leakage. Replace seals if necess~try. 7-42