1998 Mercury Villager Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing - Page 31

1998 Mercury Villager Manual

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120,000 MILES (200,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Replace spark plugs. u Inspect accessory drive belt(s). u Replace air cleaner filter. u Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; and check coolant strength every 15,000 miles (25,000 km) or 12 months. u Inspect automatic transaxle fluid. (2) u Inspect exhaust heat shield(s). u Inspect front and rear brakes. (1) (1) If your driving habits include continuous stop-and-go driving or driving in hilly areas, more frequent intervals may be required. (2) Change (not just inspect) automatic transmission fluid every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months if your driving habits frequently include one or more of the following conditions: operation during hot weather (above 90° F, 32° C), carrying heavy loads and in hilly areas. Towing a trailer or using a car-top carrier. Police, taxi or door-to-door delivery service. Severe Duty Schedule 31

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120,000 MILES (200,000 Kilometers)
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
Replace spark plugs.
Inspect accessory drive belt(s).
Replace air cleaner filter.
Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps;
and check coolant strength every 15,000 miles
(25,000 km) or 12 months.
Inspect automatic transaxle fluid. (2)
Inspect exhaust heat shield(s).
Inspect front and rear brakes. (1)
(1) If your driving habits include continuous stop-and-go
driving or driving in hilly areas, more frequent
intervals may be required.
(2) Change (not just inspect) automatic transmission fluid
every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months if your
driving habits frequently include one or more of the
following conditions: operation during hot weather
(above 90° F, 32° C), carrying heavy loads and in hilly
areas. Towing a trailer or using a car-top carrier. Police,
taxi or door-to-door delivery service.
Severe Duty Schedule
31