1996 Ford Escort Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 56

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u Clean body and door drain holes. u Flush complete underside of vehicle. u Inspect underbody components for damage. u Check parking brake 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 and latches. u Lubricate door rubber weatherstrips. u Clean battery and terminals, check electrolyte level on low maintenance (auxiliary and replacement) batteries. If any of these conditions are noted, bring them to the attention of your dealer or qualified service technician as soon as possible. 56 Owner Maintenance Checks

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Owner Maintenance Checks
❑
Clean body and door drain holes.
❑
Flush complete underside of vehicle.
❑
Inspect underbody components for damage.
❑
Check parking brake system.
❑
Check headlamp alignment.
❑
Check lap-shoulder belts for wear and
function.
❑
Inspect seatback latches for proper operation.
❑
Check air pressure in spare tire.
At least once a year:
❑
Lubricate door, hood, and tailgate hinges and
checks.
❑
Lubricate door, hood and tailgate hinge locks
and latches.
❑
Lubricate door rubber weatherstrips.
❑
Clean battery and terminals, check electrolyte
level on low maintenance (auxiliary and
replacement) batteries.
If any of these conditions are noted, bring them
to the attention of your dealer or qualified
service technician as soon as possible.