1998 Ford Escort Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing - Page 24

1998 Ford Escort Manual

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Severe duty schedule 195,000 KILOMETERS (117,000 MILES) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 200,000 KILOMETERS (120,000 MILES) u u u u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. Inspect accessory drive belt(s). Replace air cleaner filter. (1) Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; check coolant strength every 25,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months. u Replace the PCV valve. u Inspect brake lines, hoses and connections. u Inspect front and rear brakes. u Inspect clutch pedal. u Inspect steering operation and linkage. u Inspect front suspension ball joints. u Inspect halfshaft dust boots. u Inspect bolts and nuts on chassis and body. u Inspect exhaust heat shield(s). DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: (1) If operating in severe dust, more frequent intervals may be required. Consult your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury Dealer. (2) The PCV valve is a critical emission component. Your dealer will repalce the valve at no cost at 96,000 kilometers (60,000 miles), except in Canada and California. 24

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195,000 KILOMETERS (117,000 MILES)
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
DEALER AUTHORIZATION
Date:
Mileage:
200,000 KILOMETERS (120,000 MILES)
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
Inspect accessory drive belt(s).
Replace air cleaner filter.
(1)
Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; check coolant
strength every 25,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months.
Replace the PCV valve.
Inspect brake lines, hoses and connections.
Inspect front and rear brakes.
Inspect clutch pedal.
Inspect steering operation and linkage.
Inspect front suspension ball joints.
Inspect halfshaft dust boots.
Inspect bolts and nuts on chassis and body.
Inspect exhaust heat shield(s).
DEALER AUTHORIZATION
Date:
Mileage:
(1) If operating in severe dust, more frequent intervals may be required.
Consult your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury Dealer.
(2) The PCV valve is a critical emission component. Your dealer will
repalce the valve at no cost at 96,000 kilometers (60,000 miles), except
in Canada and California.
Severe duty schedule
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