1996 Ford Explorer Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing
1996 Ford Explorer Manual
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General Information 1 - 1996 Ford Explorer | 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 ...25 Owner Maintenance Checks ...52 2 - 1996 Ford Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 3
performance of your Ford Motor Company vehicle. We recommend that you also perform the Owner Maintenance Checks listed. These services are matters of day record of when parts should be checked or replaced. Give your Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet to the dealer service manager. Maintenance: - 1996 Ford Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 4
. If other than Ford or Motorcraft parts or Ford authorized remanufactured parts are used for maintenance replacements or for the service of components affecting emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability. It is the - 1996 Ford Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 5
operation. 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 Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 6
Severe Duty Schedule if your driving habits FREQUENTLY include one or more of the following 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 Off-Road operation u Short trips - 1996 Ford Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 7
MILES (8,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (1) 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 Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 8
every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (1) 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 8 Normal Schedule - 1996 Ford Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 9
steering linkage suspension, driveshaft 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 - 1996 Ford Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 10
MILES (40,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (1) 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 Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 11
front wheel bearings. u Inspect parking brake system for damage and operation. 35,000 MILES (56,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (1) u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift - 1996 Ford Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 12
every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (1) 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 12 Normal Schedule - 1996 Ford Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 13
steering linkage suspension, driveshaft 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 - 1996 Ford Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 14
MILES (88,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (1) 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 Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 15
accessory drive belt(s). u Replace air cleaner filter. (3) u Replace PCV valve. (2) u Replace fuel filter (Recommended but not required for California vehicles). u Change automatic transmission fluid. u Lubricate transfer case shift lever pivot bolt and control rod connecting pins (4x4). slide - 1996 Ford Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 16
(104,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (1) 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 Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 17
tires and adjust air pressure. (1) 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 with - 1996 Ford Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 18
(136,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (1) 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 Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 19
filter. (3) u Inspect accessory drive belt(s). u Replace fuel filter (Recommended but not required for California vehicles). u Change automatic transmission fluid. u Lubricate transfer case shift lever pivot bolt and control rod connecting pins (4x4). slide rails. u Inspect disc brake system - 1996 Ford Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 20
(152,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (1) 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 Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 21
tires and adjust air pressure. (1) 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 with - 1996 Ford Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 22
replace oil filter. u Change engine coolant every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 36 months. 115,000 MILES (184,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (1) u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission - 1996 Ford Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 23
u Replace air cleaner filter. (3) u Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; and check coolant strength every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months. u Replace PCV valve. u Replace fuel filter (Recommended but not required for California vehicles). u Change automatic transmission fluid - 1996 Ford Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 24
rails. u Inspect disc brake system, lubricate caliper u Inspect drum brake systems, hoses and lines. u Inspect and lubricate front wheel bearings. u Inspect parking brake system for damage and operation. u Change transfer case oil (4x4). u Change manual transmission oil. (1) Wheel lug nuts must - 1996 Ford Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 25
000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. 6,000 MILES (10,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (3)(4) u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. Severe Duty - 1996 Ford Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 26
system for leaks, damage or NOTE: It is normal for a certain amount of moisture and staining to be present around the muffler seams. The presence of soot, light surface rust or moisture does not indicate a faulty muffler. 9,000 MILES (15,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter - 1996 Ford Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 27
Change engine oil and replace oil filter. 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 fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped). (2) loose parts. Remove - 1996 Ford Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 28
u Inspect drum brake systems, hoses and lines. 18,000 MILES (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 Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped - 1996 Ford Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 29
(40,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (3)(4) 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 Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 30
filter. (1) u Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; and check coolant strength every 15,000 miles (25,000 km) or 12 months. for California vehicles). u Replace fuel filter (Recommended but not required u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission - 1996 Ford Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 31
u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped). (2) and control rod connecting pins (4x4). u Lubricate transfer case shift lever pivot bolt u Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or loose parts. Remove any - 1996 Ford Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 32
Change engine oil and replace oil filter. 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 fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped). (2) loose parts. Remove - 1996 Ford Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 33
) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (3)(4) u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Change automatic transmission fluid. u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if - 1996 Ford Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 34
. and control rod connecting pins (4x4). caliper slide rails. (2) u Lubricate transfer case shift lever pivot bolt u Inspect disc brake system and lubricate u Inspect drum brake systems, hoses and lines. 48,000 MILES (80,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Change engine - 1996 Ford Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 35
tires and adjust air pressure. (3)(4) 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 Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped with - 1996 Ford Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 36
) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. 60,000 MILES (100,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Replace spark plugs. u Inspect accessory drive belt(s). u Replace air cleaner filter. (1) u Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; and check coolant strength - 1996 Ford Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 37
lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped). (2) and control rod connecting pins (4x4). u Lubricate transfer case shift lever pivot bolt u Inspect exhaust system - 1996 Ford Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 38
Change engine oil and replace oil filter. 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 fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped). (2) loose parts. Remove - 1996 Ford Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 39
tires and adjust air pressure. (3)(4) 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 Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped with - 1996 Ford Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 40
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. and control rod connecting pins (4x4). caliper slide rails. (2) u Lubricate transfer case shift lever pivot bolt u Inspect disc brake system - 1996 Ford Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 41
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)(4) u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint - 1996 Ford Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 42
(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 Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease fittings - 1996 Ford Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 43
Replace fuel filter (Recommended but not required 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 fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped). (2) and control - 1996 Ford Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 44
rails. (2) u Inspect drum brake systems, hoses and lines. u Inspect and lubricate front wheel bearings. (2) u Inspect parking brake system for damage and operation. u Change manual transmission oil. 93,000 MILES (155,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. 44 Severe Duty - 1996 Ford Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 45
(160,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (3)(4) 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 Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 46
Change engine oil and replace oil filter. 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 fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped). (2) loose parts. Remove - 1996 Ford Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 47
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 Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped - 1996 Ford Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 48
,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. 114,000 MILES (190,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (3)(4) u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. 48 Severe - 1996 Ford Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 49
light surface rust or moisture does not indicate a faulty muffler. 117,000 MILES (195,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. 120,000 MILES (200,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Replace spark plugs. u Inspect accessory drive belt(s). u Replace air - 1996 Ford Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 50
lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped). (2) and control rod connecting pins (4x4). u Lubricate transfer case shift lever pivot bolt u Inspect exhaust system - 1996 Ford Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 51
brake system for damage and operation. u Change transfer case oil (4x4). 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 (5,000 km). If it is dirty replace it and then keep replacing - 1996 Ford Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 52
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 the windshield washer - 1996 Ford Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 53
travel or "hard to push" brake pedal. your transmission occur, check the transmission fluid level. function. u If any slipping or changes in the operation of u Check automatic transmission P (Park) u Check parking brake. At least monthly: u Check coolant level in the coolant recovery reservoir - 1996 Ford Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 54
in clutch master cylinder. u Check radiator, heater and air-conditioning hoses for leaks or damage. nuts. u Check for worn tires and loose wheel lug u Clean body and door drain holes. u Flush complete underside of vehicle. u Inspect underbody components for damage. u Check parking brake system - 1996 Ford Explorer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 55
hood 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
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