1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette Owner's Manual - Page 245

Section C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed below are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, eachspring and ~~ ~ fall). You should let your GM dealer's service department or other qualified service center do these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. WHAT SHOULD BE DONE ~ ~~~ Restraint Systems Steering, Suspension and Front-WheelDrive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection Exhaust System Inspection Throttle Linkage Inspection Now and then, make sure all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, 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 doing its job, have it repaired. and Inspect the front and rear suspension steering system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs of wear, or 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 damage, tears or leakage. Replace seals if necessary. Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body near the exhaust system. Look for broken, damaged, missing or out-of-position parts as well as open seams, holes,loose connections, or other conditions which could cause a heat build-up the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes in into the vehicle. See Engine Exhaust in the Index. Inspect the throttle linkage for interference or binding, and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as needed. Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook-up, 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. Inspect other brake parts, including drums, wheel cylinders, calipers, parking brake, etc. Check parking brake adjustment. You may need to have your brakes inspected more often if your driving habits or conditions result in frequent braking. NOTE: A low brake fluid level can indicate worndisc brake pads which may need to be serviced. Also, if the brake system warning light stays on or comes on, somethingmay be wrong with the brake system. See the Index under Brake System Warning Light.If your anti-lock brake system warning light stays on or comes on, something may be wrong with the anti-lock brake system. See the Index under Anti-Lock Brake SystemWawing Light. Brake System Inspection