1997 Ford Explorer Severe Duty Supplement 1st Printing - Page 4

Maintenance recommendations checking or changing unless a leak is suspected or repair required. 1 Limited slip axles have synthetic lubrication and do not require changing. 2 For non-limited slip axles, the "Service Guide" states 165,000 km (99,000 miles) PRIORITY MAINTENANCE CHECKS The following list of Priority maintenance checks should be performed according to the frequencies indicated. Continue to read the "Severe Duty Supplement" for more detailed information on these important maintenance checks. Refer to the "Service Guide" for additional information on owner maintenance checks. Maintenance checks Engine oil recommendations Windshield washer fluid Worn or underinflated tires Automatic transmission fluid Engine coolant level Power steering fluid level Frequency Check daily (when refueling) Check daily (when refueling) Check daily (when refueling) 5,000 km (3,000 miles) or once per month 5,000 km (3,000 miles) or once per month 5,000 km (3,000 miles) or every three months 4