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Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 15,000 miles Cars and Minivans Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension, ...
Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 15,000 miles Cars and Minivans Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension, ...
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...fuel filter* Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Replace spark plugs (Villager) Inspect accessory drive belt(s) (Villager) Perform automatic transmission/transaxle services on all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 14 Consult your...emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle's useful life. gasoline engines (E/F Super Duty)* Change automatic transmission fluid (Class A Motorhome) 4x4: All Services Above Plus Lubricate front half-shaft slip yoke Lubricate transfer case shift linkage,...
...fuel filter* Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Replace spark plugs (Villager) Inspect accessory drive belt(s) (Villager) Perform automatic transmission/transaxle services on all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 14 Consult your...emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle's useful life. gasoline engines (E/F Super Duty)* Change automatic transmission fluid (Class A Motorhome) 4x4: All Services Above Plus Lubricate front half-shaft slip yoke Lubricate transfer case shift linkage,...
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... Services Above Plus Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 45,000 miles Cars and Minivans Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension...
... Services Above Plus Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 45,000 miles Cars and Minivans Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension...
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... Services Above Plus Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 60,000 miles Cars and Minivans Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and...
... Services Above Plus Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 60,000 miles Cars and Minivans Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and...
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.../F-550) Lubricate 4x2 wheel bearings (except F-450/F-550) Replace fuel filter - gasoline engines (E/F Super Duty)* Replace manual transmission fluid Change automatic transmission fluid (Class A Motorhome) 4x4: All Services Above Plus Lubricate front half-shaft slip yoke Replace transfer case fluid Lubricate ... liability prior to the completion of the vehicle's useful life. Consult your particular requirements. See page 5.) Perform automatic transmission/transaxle services on all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 19 ...
.../F-550) Lubricate 4x2 wheel bearings (except F-450/F-550) Replace fuel filter - gasoline engines (E/F Super Duty)* Replace manual transmission fluid Change automatic transmission fluid (Class A Motorhome) 4x4: All Services Above Plus Lubricate front half-shaft slip yoke Replace transfer case fluid Lubricate ... liability prior to the completion of the vehicle's useful life. Consult your particular requirements. See page 5.) Perform automatic transmission/transaxle services on all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 19 ...
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... the completion of the vehicle's useful life. Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 75,000 miles Cars and Minivans Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension...
... the completion of the vehicle's useful life. Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 75,000 miles Cars and Minivans Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension...
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... particular requirements. Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 90,000 miles Cars and Minivans Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect engine cooling system...Replace fuel filter* Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Replace spark plugs (Villager) Inspect drive belt (Villager) Perform automatic transmission/transaxle services on all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 23 gasoline engines...
... particular requirements. Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 90,000 miles Cars and Minivans Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect engine cooling system...Replace fuel filter* Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Replace spark plugs (Villager) Inspect drive belt (Villager) Perform automatic transmission/transaxle services on all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 23 gasoline engines...
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... Services Above Plus Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 105,000 miles Cars and Minivans Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension...
... Services Above Plus Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 105,000 miles Cars and Minivans Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension...
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... Services Above Plus Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 120,000 miles Cars and Minivans Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and...
... Services Above Plus Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 120,000 miles Cars and Minivans Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and...
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gasoline engines (E/F Super Duty)* Change automatic transmission fluid (Class A Motorhome) Inspect camshaft belt on 4 cylinder engine (2.5L Ranger) 4x4: All Services Above Plus Lubricate front half-shaft slip yoke ...life. Consult your particular requirements. Normal Schedule Normal Schedule Replace spark plugs (Villager) Inspect drive belt (Villager) Replace PCV valve (all 4 cylinder engine vehicles) Perform automatic transmission/transaxle services on all 2.0L, 4 cylinder engines (Escort, Tracer, Contour, Mystique, Cougar, and ZX2) Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans: All Services ...
gasoline engines (E/F Super Duty)* Change automatic transmission fluid (Class A Motorhome) Inspect camshaft belt on 4 cylinder engine (2.5L Ranger) 4x4: All Services Above Plus Lubricate front half-shaft slip yoke ...life. Consult your particular requirements. Normal Schedule Normal Schedule Replace spark plugs (Villager) Inspect drive belt (Villager) Replace PCV valve (all 4 cylinder engine vehicles) Perform automatic transmission/transaxle services on all 2.0L, 4 cylinder engines (Escort, Tracer, Contour, Mystique, Cougar, and ZX2) Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans: All Services ...
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... indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 135,000 miles Cars and Minivans Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension...
... indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 135,000 miles Cars and Minivans Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension...
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... warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle's useful life. gasoline engines (E/F Super Duty)* Change automatic transmission fluid (Class A Motorhome) 4x4: All Services Above Plus Lubricate front half-shaft slip yoke Lubricate transfer case shift linkage,...air filter, if equipped Replace orange engine coolant, if equipped Replace spark plugs (Villager) Inspect drive belt (Villager) Perform automatic transmission/transaxle services on all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. Consult your dealer...
... warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle's useful life. gasoline engines (E/F Super Duty)* Change automatic transmission fluid (Class A Motorhome) 4x4: All Services Above Plus Lubricate front half-shaft slip yoke Lubricate transfer case shift linkage,...air filter, if equipped Replace orange engine coolant, if equipped Replace spark plugs (Villager) Inspect drive belt (Villager) Perform automatic transmission/transaxle services on all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. Consult your dealer...
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... carrier Every 3,000 miles or 3 months Every 30,000 miles As required As required Replace engine oil and filter Change automatic transmission fluid Change manual transmission fluid Inspect and lubricate U-joints Extensive idling and/or low-speed driving for long distances as in any of the more ...Mercury primarily in heavy commercial use such as delivery, taxi or patrol car Every 3,000 miles or 3 months Every 5,000 miles Every 15,000 miles Every 30,000 miles Every 60,000 miles As required Replace engine oil and filter Inspect brake system Replace fuel filter Change automatic transmission...
... carrier Every 3,000 miles or 3 months Every 30,000 miles As required As required Replace engine oil and filter Change automatic transmission fluid Change manual transmission fluid Inspect and lubricate U-joints Extensive idling and/or low-speed driving for long distances as in any of the more ...Mercury primarily in heavy commercial use such as delivery, taxi or patrol car Every 3,000 miles or 3 months Every 5,000 miles Every 15,000 miles Every 30,000 miles Every 60,000 miles As required Replace engine oil and filter Inspect brake system Replace fuel filter Change automatic transmission...
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Special Operating Conditions Special Operating Conditions Operating in dusty conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads Every 3,000 miles or 3 months Every 15,000 miles Every 30,000 miles As required As required Off-road operation Every 30,000 miles Change automatic transmission fluid As required Replace cabin air-filter As required Inspect and lubricate U-joints Replace engine oil and filter Replace fuel filter Change automatic transmission fluid Replace engine air filter Replace cabin air filter 36
Special Operating Conditions Special Operating Conditions Operating in dusty conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads Every 3,000 miles or 3 months Every 15,000 miles Every 30,000 miles As required As required Off-road operation Every 30,000 miles Change automatic transmission fluid As required Replace cabin air-filter As required Inspect and lubricate U-joints Replace engine oil and filter Replace fuel filter Change automatic transmission fluid Replace engine air filter Replace cabin air filter 36
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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... lines, electric fences, traffic lights and thunderstorms. Moving away from an interfering structure (out of a station normally received in stereo. LOCK, locks the steering wheel, automatic transmission gearshift lever and allows key removal. 3. If service is not 1 running. 2. ACCESSORY, allows 3 2 the electrical accessories such as the radio to the "Warranty Guide" for...
... lines, electric fences, traffic lights and thunderstorms. Moving away from an interfering structure (out of a station normally received in stereo. LOCK, locks the steering wheel, automatic transmission gearshift lever and allows key removal. 3. If service is not 1 running. 2. ACCESSORY, allows 3 2 the electrical accessories such as the radio to the "Warranty Guide" for...
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... have push-start your vehicle 1. Make sure the jack is fastened so it does not rattle when you drive. 11. Do not push start capability. Automatic transmissions do not touch. Return the flat tire, jack and lug wrench to push start your vehicle. Unblock the wheels. Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can...
... have push-start your vehicle 1. Make sure the jack is fastened so it does not rattle when you drive. 11. Do not push start capability. Automatic transmissions do not touch. Return the flat tire, jack and lug wrench to push start your vehicle. Unblock the wheels. Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can...
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Automatic transmission fluid dipstick Brake fluid reservoir Air filter assembly Battery Engine oil filler cap Engine oil dipstick Power steering fluid reservoir Engine coolant reservoir Windshield washer fluid reservoir 137 Maintenance and care IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 3.0L V6 Vulcan engine 1 9 2 8 3 7 5 6 4 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.
Automatic transmission fluid dipstick Brake fluid reservoir Air filter assembly Battery Engine oil filler cap Engine oil dipstick Power steering fluid reservoir Engine coolant reservoir Windshield washer fluid reservoir 137 Maintenance and care IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 3.0L V6 Vulcan engine 1 9 2 8 3 7 5 6 4 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.
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Automatic transmission fluid dipstick Brake fluid reservoir Air filter assembly Battery Engine oil filler cap Engine oil dipstick Engine coolant reservoir Windshield washer fluid reservoir Power steering fluid reservoir ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to drain into the oil pan. 138 Make sure the vehicle is on level ground. 2. Maintenance and care 3.0L V6 Duratec engine 8 9 1 2 3 4 7 6 5 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the appropriate intervals for checking the engine oil. 1.
Automatic transmission fluid dipstick Brake fluid reservoir Air filter assembly Battery Engine oil filler cap Engine oil dipstick Engine coolant reservoir Windshield washer fluid reservoir Power steering fluid reservoir ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to drain into the oil pan. 138 Make sure the vehicle is on level ground. 2. Maintenance and care 3.0L V6 Duratec engine 8 9 1 2 3 4 7 6 5 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the appropriate intervals for checking the engine oil. 1.
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... and MAX lines. If your Scheduled Maintenance Guide for scheduled intervals for an extended period at high speeds, in the reservoir. TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid Refer to put the cap back on a level surface and engage the parking brake. 147 Be sure to your vehicle ...checked if the transaxle is within this range. Park the vehicle on the reservoir. It should be between the MIN and MAX lines. Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed. MAX MIN 5. If the fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts, continuously checking the level until it...
... and MAX lines. If your Scheduled Maintenance Guide for scheduled intervals for an extended period at high speeds, in the reservoir. TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid Refer to put the cap back on a level surface and engage the parking brake. 147 Be sure to your vehicle ...checked if the transaxle is within this range. Park the vehicle on the reservoir. It should be between the MIN and MAX lines. Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed. MAX MIN 5. If the fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts, continuously checking the level until it...
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...Scheduled Maintenance Guide for severe usage or in high temperature climates, check the battery electrolyte level. The type of a non-approved automatic transmission fluid may cause shift and/or engagement concerns and/or possible damage. Do not overfill the battery cells. 149 An overfill condition... of service. Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels Before adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is equipped with a Motorcraft maintenance-free battery which normally does...
...Scheduled Maintenance Guide for severe usage or in high temperature climates, check the battery electrolyte level. The type of a non-approved automatic transmission fluid may cause shift and/or engagement concerns and/or possible damage. Do not overfill the battery cells. 149 An overfill condition... of service. Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels Before adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is equipped with a Motorcraft maintenance-free battery which normally does...