1996 Ford Bronco Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing
1996 Ford Bronco Manual
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General Information 1 - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 2
Table of Contents General Maintenance Information ...3 What Maintenance Schedule Do You Follow? ...6 Normal Schedule...7 Severe Duty Schedule ...27 Owner Maintenance Checks ...54 2 - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 3
recommended lubricants, fluids and service parts conforming to Ford Specifications are available from your dealer. This booklet gives you a place to record the services that are performed on your vehicle so that you can keep a record of when parts should be checked or replaced. Give your Maintenance - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 4
systems, it is necessary that scheduled maintenance be performed at the designated intervals. Ford strongly recommends the use of genuine Ford replacement parts. If other than Ford or Motorcraft parts or Ford authorized remanufactured parts are used for maintenance replacements or for the service - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 5
snowplowing). Proper torque specifications are provided in your Owner Guide. Also retighten to proper torque specification at 500 miles/800 km after (1) any wheel change or (2) any other time the wheel lug nuts have been loosened. PRE-DELIVERY CHECK u Pre-Delivery Service Inspection Completed 5 - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 6
conditions: u Towing a trailer or carrying a heavy load. u Operating in severe dust conditions. u Extensive idling, such as police, taxi or door-to-door delivery service. u Snowplowing u Off-Road operation u Short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km) when outside temperatures remain below 0˚F (-18 - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 7
(8,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (1)(2) u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 8
soot, light surface rust or moisture does not indicate a faulty muffler. 10,000 MILES (16,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. 15,000 MILES (24,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; and check coolant - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 9
U-joint if equipped with grease fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped). slide rails. u Inspect disc brake system, lubricate caliper u Inspect drum brake systems, hoses and lines. u Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or loose parts. Remove any foreign material trapped by exhaust system - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 10
(40,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (1)(2) u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 11
front wheel bearings. u Inspect parking brake system for damage and operation. u Lubricate throttle kickdown or TV lever ball studs. u Lubricate front axle R.H. axle shaft slip yoke (4x4). (4x4). u Inspect and lubricate spindle needle bearings u Inspect and lubricate hub locks (4x4). Normal - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 12
(56,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (1)(2) u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 13
tires and adjust air pressure. (1)(2) u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Lubricate transfer case shift lever pivot bolt and control rod connecting pins (4x4). shift linkage. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 14
adjust air pressure. (1)(2) u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped). loose parts. Remove any foreign material trapped by exhaust system shielding - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 15
.) u Replace crankcase emission air filter. If operating u Replace PCV valve. (3) u Check thermactor hoses and clamps. (Recommended, not required.) u Inspect accessory drive belt condition. u Lubricate transfer case shift lever pivot bolt and control rod connecting pins (4x4). u Change automatic - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 16
brake system for damage and operation. studs. (4x4). u Lubricate throttle kickdown or TV lever ball u Inspect and lubricate spindle needle bearings u Inspect and lubricate hub locks (4x4). u Change transfer case oil (4x4). u Lubricate front axle R.H. axle shaft slip yoke (4x4). u Change manual - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 17
u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (1)(2) u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped). loose parts. Remove any foreign material trapped by exhaust system shielding - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 18
) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; and check coolant strength every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (1)(2) u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped with - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 19
u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (1)(2) u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped). loose parts. Remove any foreign material trapped by exhaust system shielding - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 20
parking brake system for damage and u Inspect disc brake system, lubricate caliper slide rails. u Inspect drum brake systems, hoses and lines. u Inspect and lubricate front wheel bearings. u Lubricate throttle kickdown or TV lever ball studs. u Inspect and lubricate hub locks (4x4). u Inspect - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 21
u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (1)(2) u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped). loose parts. Remove any foreign material trapped by exhaust system shielding - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 22
) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; and check coolant strength every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (1)(2) u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped with - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 23
drum brake systems, hoses and lines. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Lubricate transfer case shift lever pivot bolt and control rod connecting pins (4x4). 110,000 MILES (176,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 24
and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. 120,000 MILES (192,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Replace spark plugs (Gasoline engines only). u Inspect accessory drive belt condition. u Inspect engine cooling system, hoses - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 25
and operation. u Inspect disc brake system, lubricate caliper slide rails. u Inspect drum brake systems, hoses and lines. u Inspect and lubricate front wheel bearings. u Lubricate throttle kickdown or TV lever ball studs. u Inspect and lubricate hub locks (4x4). u Inspect and lubricate spindle - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 26
torque specifications are provided in your Owner Guide. Also retighten to proper torque specification at 500 miles/800 km after (1) any wheel change or (2) any other time the wheel lug nuts have been loosened. (3) At 60,000 miles (96,000 km) your dealer will replace the PCV valve at no cost except - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 27
However, the conditions you drive in may require even more frequent air cleaner replacement intervals than those shown. Check with your dealer. NOTE: Rear axle lube quantities must be replaced every 99,000 miles (165,000 km) or if the axle has been submerged in water. Otherwise, the lube should not - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 28
engine oil and replace oil filter. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (3)(5)(6) u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or loose parts. Remove any foreign material trapped by exhaust system - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 29
20,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or loose parts. Remove any foreign material trapped by exhaust system shielding. NOTE: It is - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 30
30,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or loose parts. Remove any foreign material trapped by exhaust system shielding. NOTE: It is - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 31
Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (3)(5)(6) u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or loose parts. Remove any foreign material trapped by exhaust system shielding. NOTE - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 32
9L, 5.0L man. trans., and 7.5L only.) (1) u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or loose parts. Remove any foreign material trapped by exhaust system shielding. NOTE: It is normal for a certain - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 33
brake system for damage and operation. u Change manual transmission oil. u Lubricate front axle R.H. axle shaft slip yoke (4x4). (4x4). u Inspect and lubricate spindle needle bearings u Inspect and lubricate hub locks (4x4). 33,000 MILES (55,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 34
60,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or loose parts. Remove any foreign material trapped by exhaust system shielding. NOTE: It is - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 35
u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Change automatic transmission fluid. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (3)(5)(6) u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or loose parts. Remove - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 36
000 km) or 48 months. Thereafter, change engine coolant every 30,000 miles (50,000 km) or 36 months. u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or loose parts. Remove any foreign material trapped by - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 37
tires and adjust air pressure. (3)(5)(6) 54,000 MILES (90,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or loose parts. Remove any foreign - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 38
oil filter. 60,000 MILES (100,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; and check coolant strength every 15,000 miles (25,000 km) or 12 months. u Replace air cleaner filter every 30,000 miles (50,000 km) or 30 months. If - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 39
u Inspect accessory drive belt(s). u Replace spark plugs (Gasoline engines only). u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (3)(5)(6) u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or loose parts. Remove - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 40
hub locks (4x4). u Change transfer case oil (4x4). u Change manual transmission oil. 63,000 MILES (105,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Change automatic transmission fluid. 66,000 MILES (110,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Check - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 41
tires and adjust air pressure. (3)(5)(6) 72,000 MILES (120,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or loose parts. Remove any foreign - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 42
, driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped). (2) studs. u Lubricate throttle kickdown or TV lever ball 75,000 MILES (125,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; and check - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 43
replace oil filter. u Change engine coolant every 30,000 miles (50,000 km) or 36 months. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (3)(5)(6) u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or loose parts - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 44
(140,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Change automatic transmission fluid. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or loose parts. Remove any foreign material trapped - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 45
and/or follow severe duty maintenance schedule. (1) and check coolant strength every 15,000 miles (25,000 km) or 12 months. u Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; u Inspect accessory drive belt(s). u Replace crankcase emission air filter. If operating in dusty conditions consult your - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 46
hub locks (4x4). 93,000 MILES (155,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. 96,000 MILES (160,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (3)(5)(6) u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 47
or TV lever ball 99,000 MILES (165,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Replace rear axle lube. 102,000 MILES (170,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 48
(175,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; and check coolant strength every 15,000 miles (25,000 km) or 12 months. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (3)(5)(6) u Change automatic transmission fluid. u Lubricate transfer - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 49
Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Change engine coolant every 30,000 miles (50,000 km) or 36 months. u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or loose parts. Remove any - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 50
engine oil and replace oil filter. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (3)(5)(6) u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or loose parts. Remove any foreign material trapped by exhaust system - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 51
(1) u Replace PCV valve. u Check thermactor hoses and clamps. (Recommended, not required.) u Inspect accessory drive belt(s). u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or loose parts. Remove any - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 52
and lubricate front wheel bearings. (2) u Inspect parking brake system for damage and operation. (4x4). (4x4). u Lubricate front axle R.H. axle shaft slip yoke u Inspect and lubricate spindle needle bearings u Inspect and lubricate hub locks (4x4). u Change transfer case oil (4x4). 52 Severe Duty - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 53
u Change manual transmission oil. (1) Extremely dusty conditions will require more frequent replacement of your air filter. check your air filter at 3,000 miles. If it is dirty replace it and then keep replacing it at the same interval (every 3,000 miles). If it's not dirty, check it again at 6,000 - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 54
your dealer or qualified service technician for service advice as soon as possible. These Owner Maintenance Checks are generally not covered by warranties and you may be charged for labor, parts and lubricants used. When You Stop for Fuel: u Check the engine oil level. u Check coolant level in the - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 55
or changes in the operation of u Check automatic transmission P (Park) u Check parking brake. u Verify proper "Brake" and "AntiLock" bulb check response when starting vehicle. At least monthly: u Check coolant level in the coolant recovery reservoir. u Check the operation of all exterior lamps - 1996 Ford Bronco | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 56
system. u Check headlamp alignment. u Check lap-shoulder belts for wear and function. u Inspect seatback latches for proper operation. u Check air pressure in spare tire. At least once a year: u Lubricate door, hood, and tailgate hinges and checks. u Lubricate door, hood and tailgate hinge locks
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