1998 Mercury Villager Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 297

Maintenance and Care Automatic transmission fluid dipstick NOTE: Always dispose of used automotive fluids in a responsible manner. Follow your community's standards for disposing of these types of fluids. Call your local recycling center to find out about recycling automotive fluids. NOTE: Always use Motorcraft MERCON௡ or equivalent MERCON௡ automatic transmission fluid when you refill your automatic transmission fluid. Battery The Motorcraft maintenance-free battery normally does not require additional water during its life of service. However, for severe service usage or in high temperature climates, check your battery electrolyte level, at least every 24 months or 24,000 miles (40,000 km). Keep the electrolyte in each cell up to the ''level'' indicator. Do not overfill the battery cells. For longer, trouble-free operation, keep the top of the battery clean and dry. Also, make certain the battery cables are always tightly fastened to the battery terminals. If you see any corrosion on the battery cables or terminals, remove the cables from the terminal(s) and clean with a wire brush. You can neutralize the acid with a solution of baking soda 293