1998 Mercury Mountaineer Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing - Page 15
1998 Mercury Mountaineer Manual
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Normal schedule DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 152,000 KILOMETERS (95,000 MILES) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (1) u Lubricate driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped). u Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or loose parts. Remove any foreign material trapped by exhaust system shielding. NOTE: It is normal for a certain amount of moisture and staining to be present around the muffler seams. The presence of soot, light surface rust or moisture does not indicate a faulty muffler. DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 160,000 KILOMETERS (100,000 MILES) u u u u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. Replace spark plugs. Inspect accessory drive belts. (5.0L engines) All front axle lube quantities (4x4 vehicles) and non-synthetic rear axle lube quantities must be replaced every 160,000 km (100,000 miles) or if the axle has been submerged in water.Otherwise, the lube should not be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected or repair required The rear axle lubricant should be changed anytime the axle has been submerged in water. DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 15