1998 Mercury Grand Marquis Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing - Page 28

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Owner maintenance checks WHILE OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE: u Note any changes in the sound of the exhaust or any smell of exhaust fumes in the vehicle. u Check for vibrations in the steering wheel. Notice any increased steering effort or looseness in the steering wheel. u Notice if your vehicle constantly turns slightly or "pulls" to one side when travelling on smooth level road. u When stopping, listen and check for strange sounds, pulling to one side, increased brake pedal travel or "hard to push" brake pedal. u If any slipping or changes in the operation of your transmission occur, check the transmission fluid level. u Check automatic transmission (P) PARK function. u Check for fluid leaks under your vehicle (water dripping from the air conditioning system after use is normal). u Check warning lights and gauges. AT LEAST MONTHLY: u Check the tire pressure - check tires when cold, not after a long drive. u Check coolant level in the coolant recovery reservoir. u Check the operation of all exterior lamps, including the brake lamps, turn signals and hazard warning flashers. 28

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WHILE OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE:
❑
Note any changes in the sound of the exhaust or any smell of exhaust
fumes in the vehicle.
❑
Check for vibrations in the steering wheel. Notice any increased
steering effort or looseness in the steering wheel.
❑
Notice if your vehicle constantly turns slightly or “pulls” to one side
when travelling on smooth level road.
❑
When stopping, listen and check for strange sounds, pulling to one
side, increased brake pedal travel or “hard to push” brake pedal.
❑
If any slipping or changes in the operation of your transmission occur,
check the transmission fluid level.
❑
Check automatic transmission (P) PARK function.
❑
Check for fluid leaks under your vehicle (water dripping from the air
conditioning system after use is normal).
❑
Check warning lights and gauges.
AT LEAST MONTHLY:
❑
Check the tire pressure - check tires when cold, not after a long drive.
❑
Check coolant level in the coolant recovery reservoir.
❑
Check the operation of all exterior lamps, including the brake lamps,
turn signals and hazard warning flashers.
Owner maintenance checks
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