Contents: Primary operations ⤓ Secondary operations ⤓
Engine performance may deteriorate if routine maintenance has been neglected. In this case, the following operations should be performed:
Primary operations
- a) Clean and check the battery.
- b) Check the level and condition of oil and coolant.
- c) Check the condition and tension of the drive belts
- d) Replace the spark plugs.
- d) Check the distributor cap and rotor
- e) Check the high voltage wires
- g) Check and adjust idle speed.
- c) Check the crankcase ventilation valve, i) Check the air filter.
- k) Check the cooling system.
- l) Check the condition of all hoses in the engine compartment.
If these operations do not improve engine performance, perform the following secondary operations.
Secondary operations
- a) Check the exhaust gas recirculation system
- b) Check the ignition system
- c) Check the battery charging system
- d) Check the power supply system
- d) Replace the air filter
- e) Replace the distributor cap and rotor
- g) Replace the high voltage wires
1.2 Arrangement of cylinders and position of distributor runner
1.3 Key Engine Compartment Items That Require Regular Inspection (1990 Galant Shown)
1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir; 2. Brake fluid reservoir; 3. Crankcase ventilation valve; 4. Engine oil filler cap; 5. Power steering fluid reservoir; 6. Coolant reservoir; 7. Drive belt; 8. Oil level dipstick; 9. High voltage wires; 10. Spark plugs; 11. Radiator cap; 12. Radiator hose; 13. Automatic transmission fluid level dipstick; 14. Battery; 15. Fuse box; 16. Air filter
1.4 Key components underneath the engine compartment that require regular inspection
1. Automatic transmission fluid level dipstick; 2. Lower radiator hose; 3. Oil filter; 4. Radiator drain hole; 5. Drive belt; 6. Disc brake caliper; 7. CV joint cover; 8. Oil pan drain plug; 9. Exhaust system; 10. Automatic transmission oil pan
1.5 Key elements in the rear of the vehicle that require regular inspection
1. Fuel tank filler neck and filler neck hose; 2. Muffler; 3. Rear suspension struts; 4. Rear drum brakes; 5. Exhaust pipe; 6. Fuel tank; 7. Rear axle