1997 Ford Aerostar Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 47

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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. u Lubricate throttle kickdown or TV lever ball studs. u Inspect disc brake system and lubricate caliper slide rails. (2) u Inspect drum brake systems, hoses and lines. u Inspect and lubricate front wheel bearings (4x2 vehicles only). operation. u Inspect parking brake system for damage and u Change transfer case oil. (4X4) (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 it at the same interval (every 3,000 miles [5,000 km]). If it's not dirty, check it again at 6,000 miles (10,000 km) and again at 9,000 miles (15,000 km) until you determine your unique maintenance interval. Do not go beyond 30,000 miles (50,000 km) as described in the chart. If in doubt, see your dealer. (2) If you operate your vehicle "off road" in water that is deeper than the hubs (1/2 wheel height) then these items must be serviced daily. (3) City delivery vehicles and other unique applications that require constant turning may need more frequent tire rotation. You may need to develop your own tire rotation interval based on your own observations of tire wear. If in doubt, see your dealer. Severe Duty Schedule 47

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Severe Duty Schedule
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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.
❑
Lubricate throttle kickdown or TV lever ball
studs.
❑
Inspect disc brake system and lubricate
caliper slide rails. (2)
❑
Inspect drum brake systems, hoses and lines.
❑
Inspect and lubricate front wheel bearings
(4x2 vehicles only).
❑
Inspect parking brake system for damage and
operation.
❑
Change transfer case oil. (4X4)
(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 it at the same interval (every 3,000 miles
[5,000 km]). If it’s not dirty, check it again at 6,000
miles (10,000 km) and again at 9,000 miles (15,000 km)
until you determine your unique maintenance interval.
Do not go beyond 30,000 miles (50,000 km) as described
in the chart. If in doubt, see your dealer.
(2) If you operate your vehicle “off road” in water that is
deeper than the hubs (1/2 wheel height) then these
items must be serviced daily.
(3) City delivery vehicles and other unique applications that
require constant turning may need more frequent tire
rotation. You may need to develop your own tire
rotation interval based on your own observations of tire
wear. If in doubt, see your dealer.