1994 Buick Skylark Owner's Manual - Page 272

iNSPECTION OR SERVICE Restraint Systems INSPECTION OR SERVICE Now andthen, make sure all your belts, Throttle Linkage [nspection buckles,retractors, latch plates, anchorages and reminder systems are working properly. Look for any loose parts or damage. If you see anything that might keep a restraint system from Brake System [nspection doing itsjob, have it repaired. WHAT SHOULD BE DONE Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs of wear, or lack lubrication.. the of Inspect power steering and lines hoses proper for hookup,leaks, binding, cracks, chafing, etc. Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for damage, tears or leakage. Replace seals necessary. if Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body near the exhaust system. Lookforbroken,damaged,missingor out-of-position parts as well open as seams, holes, loose connections, or other conditions which causeheat could a build-up in thefloorpan or couldlet exhaust into vehicle. fumes the See "Engine Exhaust'' in the Index. WHAT SHOULD BE DONE Inspect linkage the throttle interference or binding, and for damaged missing Replace or parts. parts as needed. for Steering, Suspension and Front-WheelDrive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection Exhaust System Inspection Inspectthecompletesystem.Inspect brake and lines hoses for proper hookup,leaks, binding, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition. Alsoinspect drum.brakeliningsfor wear and cracks. Inspect other brake parts, wheel including drums, cylinders, calipers, parking brake, etc. The parking brake is self-adjusting and no manual adjustment is required. You 'may need have your brakes inspected to moreoften ifyour drivinghabitsor conditions resulth frequent braking. NOTE: A lowbrakefluidlevelcan indicate worn discbrakepadswhich may need to be serviced. Also, if the brake sysytem warning light stays on or comes on, somethingmaybewrong with the brake system. See "Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light" in the Index. 270