1996 Oldsmobile Achieva Owner's Manual - Page 327

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 yourGM retailer's service department or other qualified service center these jobs. do Make sure any necessary repairs completed at once. are Proper procedures to perform these services may be found in a Oldsmobile 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. Radiator and Heater Hose Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, fittings and clamps; replace as needed. Throttle Linkage Inspection Inspect the throttle linkagefor interference or binding, and for damage or missing parts. Replace parts as needed. Replace any cables that have high effort or excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables. Steering, Suspensionand Front-WheelDrive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system of for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs wear, or lack of lubrication. Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Clean and then inspect the drive boot seals for axle damage, tears or leakage. Replace sealsif necessary. Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hookup, binding, leaks, cracks, chafiig, etc. Inspect disc brake padsfor 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. parking brake is The Exhaust System Inspection self-adjusting and no manual adjustment is required.You Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body near may need to have your brakes inspected more often if your the exhaust system. Look for broken, damaged, missing or driving habits or conditions result in frequent braking. out-of-position parts as well as open seams, holes, loose connections, or other conditions which could cause a heat