12.1.1. Inside the vehicle

The maintenance items listed here should be checked on a regular basis, such as when performing scheduled maintenance, cleaning the vehicle, etc.

Check the pedal for smooth operation and make sure that the pedal does not catch or require uneven effort. Keep the floor mats away from the pedal.

Check the pedal for smooth operation and make sure that it is the proper distance from the floor mat when depressed fully. Be sure to keep the floor mat away from the pedal.

Check the parking brake operation regularly. Check that the lever (where fitted) or the pedal (where fitted) has the proper travel. Also make sure that the vehicle is held securely on a fairly steep hill when only the parking brake is applied.

Check that all parts of the seat belt system (for example, buckles, anchors, adjusters and retractors) operate properly and smoothly, and are installed securely. Check the belt webbing for cuts, fraying, wear or damage.

Check for changes in the steering condition, such as excessive play, hard steering or strange noises.

Make sure that all warning lights and chimes are operating properly.

Check that the air comes out of the defogger outlets properly and in good quantity when operating the heater or air conditioner.

Check that the wipers and washers operate properly and that the wipers do not streak.