1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette Owner's Manual - Page 409

Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed below are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). You should let your retailerk service department or other qualified service centerdo these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are completed once. at Proper procedures to perform these servicesmay be found in a 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" in the Index. Engine Cooling System Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollenor deteriorated. Inspectall pipes, fittings and clamps; replace as needed. Clean the outside of the radiator and a r conditioning condenser.To help ensure i proper operation, a pressure test the cooling system and of pressure cap is recommended at least once a year. Throttle System Inspection Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged, looseor missing parts, signs of wearor lack of lubrication. Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafiig, etc. Clean and then inspect thedrive axle boot seals for damage, tearsor leakage. Replace sealsif necessary. Inspect the throttle system interferenceor binding, and for for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as needed. Replac any components that have high effort excessive wear. or Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables. Brake System Inspection Inspect thecomplete system. Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc.Inspect disc brakepads for wear and rotors for surface condition. Also inspect drum brake linings Exhaust System Inspection for wear and cracks. Inspect other brake parts, including Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body near drums, wheel cylinders, calipers,parking brake, etc. the exhaust system.Look for broken, damaged, missingor Check parking brake adjustment. You may need to have out-of-position parts as well as open seams, holes, loose your brakes inspected more often if your driving habits connections or other conditions which could cause a heat or conditions result frequent braking. in 7-33