GENERAL MAINTENANCE ENGINE

Tech Tips

Perform these procedures after the engine has cooled down.


  1. INSPECT DRIVE BELT


    1. Inspect the drive belt.

      2AR-FE: Click here

      A25A-FKS: Click here

      2GR-FKS: Click here

  2. INSPECT ENGINE OIL


    1. Inspect the engine oil.

      2AR-FE: Click here

      A25A-FKS: Click here

      2GR-FKS: Click here

  3. REPLACE ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER


    1. Replace the engine oil and oil filter.

      2AR-FE: Click here

      A25A-FKS: Click here

      2GR-FKS: Click here

  4. INSPECT COOLING AND HEATER SYSTEM


    1. Inspect that the radiator and condenser are not blocked with leaves, dirt or insects, and clean them if necessary. Also check the installation condition of the hoses and lines and the connecting parts for corrosion, etc.

      2AR-FE: Click here

      A25A-FKS: Click here

      2GR-FKS: Click here

  5. INSPECT ENGINE COOLANT


    1. Inspect the engine coolant.

      2AR-FE: Click here

      A25A-FKS: Click here

      2GR-FKS: Click here

  6. REPLACE ENGINE COOLANT


    1. Replace the engine coolant.

      2AR-FE: Click here

      A25A-FKS: Click here

      2GR-FKS: Click here

  7. INSPECT SPARK PLUGS


    1. Inspect the spark plugs.

      2AR-FE: Click here

      A25A-FKS: Click here

      2GR-FKS: Click here

  8. INSPECT BATTERY


    1. Inspect the battery.

      2AR-FE: Click here

      A25A-FKS: Click here

      2GR-FKS: Click here

  9. INSPECT AIR CLEANER FILTER ELEMENT


    1. Remove the air cleaner filter element.

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      Check that the air cleaner filter element is not excessively dirty.

      If the air cleaner filter element is excessively dirty, replace the air cleaner filter element.

    3. If cleaning the air cleaner filter element, blow compressed air as shown in the illustration to clean it.

    4. Reinstall the air cleaner filter element.

  10. INSPECT EXHAUST PIPES AND MOUNTINGS


    1. Visually check the pipes, hangers and connections for severe corrosion, leaks or damage.

  11. INSPECT FUEL TANK CAP GASKET


    1. Inspect the fuel tank cap gasket.

      2AR-FE: Click here

      A25A-FKS: Click here

      2GR-FKS: Click here

  12. INSPECT FUEL LINES, CONNECTIONS, FUEL TANK VAPOR VENT SYSTEM HOSES, AND FUEL TANK BANDS


    1. Visually check the fuel lines and hoses for cracks, leaks, loose connections, or deformation.

    2. Check for tank band looseness or deformation.

  13. INSPECT CHARCOAL CANISTER


    1. Inspect the charcoal canister.

      2AR-FE: Click here

      A25A-FKS: Click here

      2GR-FKS: Click here