1997 Ford Explorer Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 6

Normal schedule Items for Emission Control Service are shown in italics. Wheel lug nuts must be retightened to proper torque specifications at 800 km (500 miles) of new vehicle operation. See your dealer for proper torque specifications. Also retighten to proper torque specifications at 800 km (500 miles) after (1) any wheel change or (2) any other time the wheel lug nuts have been replaced. Rear axles containing synthetic lubricant are lubricated for life. These lubricants are not to be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected, service required or the axle has been submerged in water. The axle lubricant should be changed anytime the axle has been submerged in water. Light and heavy duty truck rear axles filled with non-synthetic rear axle lubricant must be changed every 160,000 km (100,000 miles), otherwise, the lubricant is not checked or changed unless a leak is suspected, service required or the axle has been submerged in water. The axle lubricant should be changed anytime the axle has been submerged in water. Light duty trucks equipped with Ford design front axles are lubricated for life. These lubricants are not to be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected, service required or the axle has been submerged in water. The axle lubricant should be changed anytime the axle has been submerged in water. At 60,000 miles (96,000 km) your dealer will replace the PCV valve at no cost except on Canadian and California vehicles. 8,000 KILOMETERS (5,000 MILES) u u u u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or loose parts. Remove any foreign material trapped by exhaust system shielding. 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). 6