1998 Pontiac Grand Prix Owner's Manual - Page 363

Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed below are inspections and services which should be perfunned at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). You should let your dealer's service department do or other qual$ed service center these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are completed once. at Proper procedures to perform these services be may found in a service manual. See "Service and Owner Publications" in the Index. cause a heat build-up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumesinto the vehicle. See "Engine Exhaust''in the Index. Engine Cooling System Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced they are if cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspectl pipes, fittings al and clamps; replaceas needed. Clean the outsideof the radiator and air conditioning condenser. To help ensure proper operation, a pressure test of the cooling system and pressure cap is recommended at least oncea year. Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Throttle System Inspection Inspect the throttle system interference or binding, for Boot and Seal Inspection Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake and lines hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads wear and rotors for Exhaust System Inspection for surface condition. Inspect other brake parts, Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body including calipers, parking brake, Check parking etc. near the exhaust system. Look for broken, damaged, brake adjustment. You may need to have your brakes missing or out-of-position partsas well as open seams, inspected more often if your driving habits conditions or holes, loose connections or other conditions which could result in frequent braking. Inspect the front and rear suspension steering and system for damaged, looseor missing parts, signsof wear or lackof lubrication. Inspect the power steering lines and hosesfor proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals damage, tears or leakage. Replace for seals if necessary. and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as effort needed. Replace any components that have high or excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables. Brake System Inspection 7-18