1997 Mercury Tracer Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 30

1997 Mercury Tracer Manual

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Severe Duty Schedule 120,000 MILES (200,000 KILOMETERS) u u u u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. Inspect accessory drive belts. Replace air cleaner filter. (1) Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; and check coolant strength every 15,000 miles, (25,000 km) or 12 months. u Replace the PCV valve. u Inspect disc brake pads and rotors. u Inspect bolts and nuts on chassis and body. u Check clutch pedal operation (if equipped). u Inspect exhaust heat shield(s). u Inspect halfshaft dust boots. u Inspect front and rear brakes. u Inspect brake lines, hoses, and connections. u Inspect front suspension ball joints. u Inspect steering operation and linkage. 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 replace the valve at no cost at 60,000 miles (96,000 kilometers), except in Canada and California. 30

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120,000 MILES (200,000 KILOMETERS)
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
Inspect accessory drive belts.
Replace air cleaner filter.
(1)
Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; and check
coolant strength every 15,000 miles, (25,000 km) or 12 months.
Replace the PCV valve.
Inspect disc brake pads and rotors.
Inspect bolts and nuts on chassis and body.
Check clutch pedal operation (if equipped).
Inspect exhaust heat shield(s).
Inspect halfshaft dust boots.
Inspect front and rear brakes.
Inspect brake lines, hoses, and connections.
Inspect front suspension ball joints.
Inspect steering operation and linkage.
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
replace the valve at no cost at 60,000 miles (96,000 kilometers), except
in Canada and California.
Severe Duty Schedule
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