Maintenance
Regular performance of all necessary maintenance operations will ensure long and reliable operation of the engine. If maintenance has been performed irregularly and engine performance has deteriorated, the following operations must be carried out:
Primary Checks
Check oil and coolant levels.
Clean, inspect and test the battery.
Check the condition and tension of the drive belts.
Check the condition of all hoses and inspect them for leaks.
Check the cooling system.
Replace spark plugs.
Check the air filter and replace if necessary.
Check high voltage wires, ignition distributor cap and slider.
If the above operations are not effective, perform the following checks:
Secondary Checks
All operations listed above plus:
Replace air filter.
Replace spark plugs.
Check idle speed.
Check ignition timing.
Replace the distributor cap and slider.
Replace high voltage wires.
Check the power system.