1997 Mercury Tracer Warranty Guide 1st Printing - Page 8

Damage Caused by Use and/or the Environment Your New Vehicle Limited Warranty does not cover surface rust and deterioration of paint, trim and appearance items that result from use and/or exposure to the elements. Here are examples: • stone chips, scratches • dings, dents • road salt, tree sap • bird droppings • lightning, hail • windstorm • earthquake • water or flood Damage Caused by Improper Maintenance Your New Vehicle Limited Warranty does not cover damage caused by failure to maintain the vehicle, improperly maintaining the vehicle, or using the wrong fuel, oil, lubricants or fluids. See the Owner Guide for correct fluid types and levels, and consult the Service Guide for proper ways to maintain your vehicle. Maintenance/Wear Your New Vehicle Limited Warranty does not cover: (1) parts and labor needed to maintain the vehicle; and (2) the replacement of parts due to normal wear and tear. You, as the owner, are responsible for these items. Examples from the Service Guide are: • oil changes • oils, lubricants other fluids • oil/air filters • brake linings/pads • tire rotation • cleaning/polishing • wiper blades • clutch linings 8