Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make OutsideThe VehicleTiresExamine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wearpatterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objectslodged in the tread or sidewall. Inspect the tread for cutsand cracks. Inspect sidewalls for cuts, cracks, and bulges.Check the wheel bolts for tightness. Check the tires(including spare) for proper cold inflation pressure.LightsHave someone observe the operation of brake lights andexterior lights while you work the controls. Check turnsignal and high beam indicator lights on the instrumentpanel.Door LatchesCheck for proper closing, latching, and locking.Fluid LeaksCheck area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel,engine coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasolinefumes are detected or if fuel, power steering fluid (ifequipped), or brake fluid leaks are suspected. The causeshould be located and corrected immediately.122 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
