Polishing and Waxing
A good coat of wax is a barrier between your paint and contaminate. Keeping a good coat of wax on your vehicle will help protect it.
Always wash and dry the car before polishing or waxing or using a combination cleaner and wax. Use a good quality commercial product and follow the manufacturer's directions on the container. Polish and wax the bright trim pieces as well as the paint.
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Driveshafts and Boots
Check the drive shafts, boots and clamps for cracks, deterioration, or damage.
Replace any damaged parts and, if necessary, repack the grease. ...
Drive belts
Inspect all drive belts for evidence of cuts, cracks, excessive wear or oil saturation
and replace if necessary. Drive belts should be checked periodically for proper
tension and adjusted as neces ...
Door Locks
WARNING:
o Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Before you drive away (especially if there
are children in the car), be sure that all the doors are securely closed and locked
so that the doors cannot ...