Steering Gear Box, Linkage & Boots/Lower Arm Ball Joint
With the vehicle stopped and engine off, check for excessive free-play in the steering wheel. Check the linkage for bends or damage. Check the dust boots and ball joints for deterioration, cracks, or damage. Replace any damaged parts.
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Keep Your Garage Dry
Don't park your car in a damp, poorly ventilated garage. This creates a favorable
environment for corrosion. This is particularly true if you wash your car in the
garage or drive it into the g ...
Check spark plugs and ignition system
Inspect your spark plugs as described in section 7 and replace them if necessary.
Also check all ignition wiring and components to be sure they are not cracked, worn
or damaged in any way. ...
Manual Transaxle Oil
Inspect the manual transaxle oil according to the maintenance schedule.
NOTE:
If the oil level is low, check for possible leaks before adding oil. Do not overfill. ...