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... avoid cold weather fuel gelling, add 6 oz. Cold Start Performance ¾ The glow plug system operates for reliable engine operation. Ford Power Stroke® Diesel Operating, Maintenance & Care Tips Congratulations on the purchase of fuel. Engine coolant system nitrite strength should be ... and care tips for the demands of cooling, pressure test the cooling system. performance modifications, programmers, modified exhaust or air intake systems) fails or causes a Ford part to Start" lamp has turned off, before cranking the engine. ¾ To ensure optimum cold weather...
... avoid cold weather fuel gelling, add 6 oz. Cold Start Performance ¾ The glow plug system operates for reliable engine operation. Ford Power Stroke® Diesel Operating, Maintenance & Care Tips Congratulations on the purchase of fuel. Engine coolant system nitrite strength should be ... and care tips for the demands of cooling, pressure test the cooling system. performance modifications, programmers, modified exhaust or air intake systems) fails or causes a Ford part to Start" lamp has turned off, before cranking the engine. ¾ To ensure optimum cold weather...
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Check exhaust system for cracks, chips and pitting. Check operation of your vehicle. Inspect engine air filter. Inspect accessory drive belt(s). This can help identify potential issues and prevent major problems. Ford Motor Company recommends the following multi-point ...heater and air conditioning hoses. Inspect half shaft dust boots, if equipped. Scheduled Maintenance 13 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Keep It Genuine Ford recommended scheduled maintenance - Check battery performance. Inspect windshield washer spray and wiper operation. Check ...
Check exhaust system for cracks, chips and pitting. Check operation of your vehicle. Inspect engine air filter. Inspect accessory drive belt(s). This can help identify potential issues and prevent major problems. Ford Motor Company recommends the following multi-point ...heater and air conditioning hoses. Inspect half shaft dust boots, if equipped. Scheduled Maintenance 13 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Keep It Genuine Ford recommended scheduled maintenance - Check battery performance. Inspect windshield washer spray and wiper operation. Check ...
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And if your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership sells the name-brand tire, they can also honor the tire manufacturer's warranty. Scheduled Maintenance 15 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect engine air ...: Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: When your tires need to be replaced, consider visiting your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 15,000 miles ❑ Change engine ...
And if your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership sells the name-brand tire, they can also honor the tire manufacturer's warranty. Scheduled Maintenance 15 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect engine air ...: Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: When your tires need to be replaced, consider visiting your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 15,000 miles ❑ Change engine ...
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... cooling system and hoses Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines and hoses and parking brake system. Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Lubricate ball joints and U-joints (if equipped with zerk fittings) Inspect and lubricate 4x4 front axle U-joints Perform multi-point inspection... wheels should only rotate if unusual wear is noted) Inspect wheels for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 16 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus)
... cooling system and hoses Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines and hoses and parking brake system. Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Lubricate ball joints and U-joints (if equipped with zerk fittings) Inspect and lubricate 4x4 front axle U-joints Perform multi-point inspection... wheels should only rotate if unusual wear is noted) Inspect wheels for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 16 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus)
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...its "long-life" design outlasted other long-life batteries by up to 200%. Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect engine air filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if equipped with an underhood dipstick) Lubricate ball joints...and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 18 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS Batteries The technicians at your Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealership can determine the health of the batteries that bear the ...
...its "long-life" design outlasted other long-life batteries by up to 200%. Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect engine air filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if equipped with an underhood dipstick) Lubricate ball joints...and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 18 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS Batteries The technicians at your Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealership can determine the health of the batteries that bear the ...
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... internal TorqShift transmission fluid filter located inside the transmission bottom pan (vehicles without externally-mounted remote filter only). Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Lubricate ball joints and U-joints (if equipped with zerk fittings) Inspect and lubricate 4x4 front axle U-joints Perform multi-point inspection...
... internal TorqShift transmission fluid filter located inside the transmission bottom pan (vehicles without externally-mounted remote filter only). Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Lubricate ball joints and U-joints (if equipped with zerk fittings) Inspect and lubricate 4x4 front axle U-joints Perform multi-point inspection...
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Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect engine air filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if equipped with an underhood dipstick) Lubricate ball joints and U-joints (if ... wheels should only rotate if unusual wear is noted) Inspect wheels for end play and noise RO#: DATE: DEALER VALIDATION: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 22 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 75,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Replace...
Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect engine air filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if equipped with an underhood dipstick) Lubricate ball joints and U-joints (if ... wheels should only rotate if unusual wear is noted) Inspect wheels for end play and noise RO#: DATE: DEALER VALIDATION: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 22 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 75,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Replace...
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...Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines and hoses and parking brake system. Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect drive belts Lubricate ball joints and U-joints (if equipped with zerk fittings) Inspect and lubricate 4x4 front axle ... rotate if unusual wear is noted) Inspect wheels for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 23 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 90,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil...
...Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines and hoses and parking brake system. Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect drive belts Lubricate ball joints and U-joints (if equipped with zerk fittings) Inspect and lubricate 4x4 front axle ... rotate if unusual wear is noted) Inspect wheels for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 23 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 90,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil...
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... Premium Gold Coolant Change Record on all light trucks under 6,000 lbs. Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) RO#: Inspect exhaust system and heat shields DATE: Inspect engine air filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if equipped with an underhood dipstick) Lubricate ball...(recommended) ❑ Rotate tires, inspect tires for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 24 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 105,000 miles Change engine oil and replace oil filter ...
... Premium Gold Coolant Change Record on all light trucks under 6,000 lbs. Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) RO#: Inspect exhaust system and heat shields DATE: Inspect engine air filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if equipped with an underhood dipstick) Lubricate ball...(recommended) ❑ Rotate tires, inspect tires for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 24 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 105,000 miles Change engine oil and replace oil filter ...
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Consult your dealer for all light trucks over 6,000 lbs. Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect drive belts Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if equipped with an underhood dipstick) Lubricate...tires for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 25 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Replace the internal TorqShift transmission fluid filter located inside the transmission bottom pan (vehicles without externally-mounted remote...
Consult your dealer for all light trucks over 6,000 lbs. Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect drive belts Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if equipped with an underhood dipstick) Lubricate...tires for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 25 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Replace the internal TorqShift transmission fluid filter located inside the transmission bottom pan (vehicles without externally-mounted remote...
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... is noted) Inspect wheels for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 26 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect engine air filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if equipped with an underhood dipstick...
... is noted) Inspect wheels for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 26 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect engine air filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if equipped with an underhood dipstick...
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...rotate if unusual wear is noted) Inspect wheels for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 28 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Change transfer case fluid Replace wheel bearings (if non-sealed bearings) Replace drive belt(s) if not ...hoses Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines and hoses and parking brake system. Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect PCV valve for flow (3V engines) Lubricate ball joints and U-joints (if equipped with zerk fittings) Inspect and...
...rotate if unusual wear is noted) Inspect wheels for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 28 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Change transfer case fluid Replace wheel bearings (if non-sealed bearings) Replace drive belt(s) if not ...hoses Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines and hoses and parking brake system. Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect PCV valve for flow (3V engines) Lubricate ball joints and U-joints (if equipped with zerk fittings) Inspect and...
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... and hoses ❑ Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake ❑ Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) ❑ Inspect exhaust system and heat shields ❑ Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if ❑ Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) ❑ Rotate tires, ... who know your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership sells the name-brand tire, they can also honor the tire manufacturer's warranty. And if your vehicle. equipped, driveshaft and U-joints DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 30 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance...
... and hoses ❑ Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake ❑ Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) ❑ Inspect exhaust system and heat shields ❑ Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if ❑ Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) ❑ Rotate tires, ... who know your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership sells the name-brand tire, they can also honor the tire manufacturer's warranty. And if your vehicle. equipped, driveshaft and U-joints DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 30 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance...
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... equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter (except Focus with an underhood dipstick). Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect transmission fluid level (if equipped with PZEV engine) Replace fuel filter (except Edge, Fusion, Milan, MKX, MKZ, Sable, Taurus and... wear and measure tread depth Inspect wheels for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Normal Schedule Cars & CUVs Scheduled Maintenance 31 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus)
... equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter (except Focus with an underhood dipstick). Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect transmission fluid level (if equipped with PZEV engine) Replace fuel filter (except Edge, Fusion, Milan, MKX, MKZ, Sable, Taurus and... wear and measure tread depth Inspect wheels for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Normal Schedule Cars & CUVs Scheduled Maintenance 31 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus)
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... if ❑ Inspect engine cooling system and hoses ❑ Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake ❑ Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) ❑ Inspect exhaust system and heat shields ❑ Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if ❑ Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) ❑ Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and... with an underhood dipstick) lines and hoses and parking brake system. equipped, driveshaft and U-joints DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 32 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus)
... if ❑ Inspect engine cooling system and hoses ❑ Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake ❑ Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) ❑ Inspect exhaust system and heat shields ❑ Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if ❑ Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) ❑ Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and... with an underhood dipstick) lines and hoses and parking brake system. equipped, driveshaft and U-joints DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 32 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus)
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...; Inspect wheels for end play and noise RO#: DATE: DEALER VALIDATION: tread depth P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 34 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect transmission fluid level (if equipped with 4F27E transaxle MKX, MKZ, Sable, Taurus and Taurus...
...; Inspect wheels for end play and noise RO#: DATE: DEALER VALIDATION: tread depth P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 34 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect transmission fluid level (if equipped with 4F27E transaxle MKX, MKZ, Sable, Taurus and Taurus...
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... for end play and noise RO#: DATE: DEALER VALIDATION: tread depth P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Normal Schedule Cars & CUVs Scheduled Maintenance 35 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & CUVS 75,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter...system and hoses ❑ Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake ❑ Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) ❑ Inspect exhaust system and heat shields ❑ Inspect transmission fluid level (if equipped with ❑ Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) ❑ Rotate tires, ...
... for end play and noise RO#: DATE: DEALER VALIDATION: tread depth P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Normal Schedule Cars & CUVs Scheduled Maintenance 35 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & CUVS 75,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter...system and hoses ❑ Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake ❑ Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) ❑ Inspect exhaust system and heat shields ❑ Inspect transmission fluid level (if equipped with ❑ Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) ❑ Rotate tires, ...
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Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect drive belt(s) Inspect transmission fluid level (if equipped with ❑ Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) ❑ Replace fuel filter (..., inspect tires for wear and measure ❑ Inspect wheels for end play and noise RO#: DATE: DEALER VALIDATION: tread depth P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 36 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & CUVS 90,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Replace climate-controlled...
Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect drive belt(s) Inspect transmission fluid level (if equipped with ❑ Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) ❑ Replace fuel filter (..., inspect tires for wear and measure ❑ Inspect wheels for end play and noise RO#: DATE: DEALER VALIDATION: tread depth P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 36 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & CUVS 90,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Replace climate-controlled...
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... cooling system and hoses Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines and hoses and parking brake system. Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect transmission fluid level (if equipped with an underhood dipstick) Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear... and measure ❑ Inspect wheels for end play and noise RO#: DATE: DEALER VALIDATION: tread depth Normal Schedule Cars & CUVs P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 37 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus)
... cooling system and hoses Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines and hoses and parking brake system. Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect transmission fluid level (if equipped with an underhood dipstick) Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear... and measure ❑ Inspect wheels for end play and noise RO#: DATE: DEALER VALIDATION: tread depth Normal Schedule Cars & CUVs P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 37 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus)
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...inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth Inspect wheels for end play and noise RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 38 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & CUVS 120,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ...filter (except Edge, Fusion, Milan PZEV engine) DEALER VALIDATION: equipped with an underhood dipstick). Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect drive belt(s) Inspect transmission fluid level (if equipped with 4F27E transaxle MKX, MKZ, Sable, Taurus and Taurus ...
...inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth Inspect wheels for end play and noise RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 38 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & CUVS 120,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ...filter (except Edge, Fusion, Milan PZEV engine) DEALER VALIDATION: equipped with an underhood dipstick). Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect drive belt(s) Inspect transmission fluid level (if equipped with 4F27E transaxle MKX, MKZ, Sable, Taurus and Taurus ...