1996 Ford Aerostar Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 50

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Owner Maintenance Checks The following lists are vehicle checks and inspections that should be performed by the owner or qualified service technician at the frequencies indicated to help ensure safe, dependable operation of your vehicle. Any adverse conditions should be brought to the attention of your dealer or qualified service technician for service advice as soon as possible. These Owner Maintenance Checks are generally not covered by warranties and you may be charged for labor, parts and lubricants used. When You Stop for Fuel: u Check the engine oil level. u Check the windshield washer fluid level. u Look for low or under-inflated tires. While Operating Your Vehicle: u Note any changes in the sound of the exhaust or any smell of exhaust fumes in the vehicle. Notice any increased steering effort or looseness in the steering wheel, or change in its straight ahead position. slightly or "pulls" to one side when traveling on smooth, level road. sounds, pulling to one side, increased brake pedal travel or "hard to push" brake pedal. u Check for vibrations in the steering wheel. u Notice if your vehicle constantly turns u When stopping, listen and check for strange 50 Owner Maintenance Checks

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Owner Maintenance Checks
Owner Maintenance
Checks
The following lists are vehicle checks and
inspections that should be performed by the
owner or qualified service technician at the
frequencies indicated to help ensure safe,
dependable operation of your vehicle.
Any adverse conditions should be brought to the
attention of your dealer or qualified service
technician for service advice as soon as possible.
These Owner Maintenance Checks are generally
not covered by warranties and you may be
charged for labor, parts and lubricants used.
When You Stop for Fuel:
Check the engine oil level.
Check the windshield washer fluid level.
Look for low or under-inflated tires.
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, or change in
its straight ahead position.
Notice if your vehicle
constantly turns
slightly
or “pulls” to one side when traveling
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.