1997 Ford Explorer Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 23

1997 Ford Explorer Manual

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Severe duty schedule u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped). 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. DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 45,000 KILOMETERS (27,000 MILES) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 50,000 KILOMETERS (30,000 MILES) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Replace air cleaner filter every 50,000 km (30,000 miles) or 30 months. u Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; check coolant strength every 24,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months. u Change fuel filter (Recommended but not required for California Certified Vehicles). u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Inspect disc brake system and lubricate caliper slide rails. 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). 23

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Check clutch reservoir fluid level.
Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped
with grease fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped).
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.
DEALER AUTHORIZATION
Date:
Mileage:
45,000 KILOMETERS (27,000 MILES)
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
DEALER AUTHORIZATION
Date:
Mileage:
50,000 KILOMETERS (30,000 MILES)
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
Replace air cleaner filter every 50,000 km (30,000 miles) or 30
months.
Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; check coolant
strength every 24,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months.
Change fuel filter (Recommended but not required for California
Certified Vehicles).
Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage.
Inspect disc brake system and lubricate caliper slide rails.
Inspect drum brake systems, hoses and lines.
Inspect and lubricate front wheel bearings.
Inspect parking brake system for damage and operation.
Change transfer case oil (4x4).
Severe duty schedule
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