1996 Ford Aerostar Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 51

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u If any slipping or changes in the operation of your transmission occur, check the transmission fluid level. function. u Check automatic transmission P (Park) u Check parking brake. At least monthly: u Check coolant level in the coolant recovery reservoir. u Check operation of lamps, horn, turn signals, windshield wipers and washers, and hazard warning flasher. u Check for fluid leaks by inspecting the surface beneath your vehicle for oil, coolant, or other fluid drips. Clean water from the air conditioning system is normal. At least twice a year: (i.e., every Spring and Fall) u Check power steering fluid level. u Check windshield washer spray and wiper operation. Clean wiper blades with clean cloth dampened with washer fluid. hoses for leaks or damage. nuts. u Check radiator, heater and air-conditioning u Check for worn tires and loose wheel lug u Clean body and door drain holes. u Flush complete underside of vehicle. u Inspect underbody components for damage. Owner Maintenance Checks 51

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Owner Maintenance Checks
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❑
If any slipping or changes in the operation of
your transmission occur, check the
transmission fluid level.
❑
Check automatic transmission P (Park)
function.
❑
Check parking brake.
At least monthly:
❑
Check coolant level in the coolant recovery
reservoir.
❑
Check operation of lamps, horn, turn signals,
windshield wipers and washers, and hazard
warning flasher.
❑
Check for fluid leaks by inspecting the
surface beneath your vehicle for oil, coolant,
or other fluid drips. Clean water from the air
conditioning system is normal.
At least twice a year:
(i.e., every Spring and Fall)
❑
Check power steering fluid level.
❑
Check windshield washer spray and wiper
operation. Clean wiper blades with clean
cloth dampened with washer fluid.
❑
Check radiator, heater and air-conditioning
hoses for leaks or damage.
❑
Check for worn tires and loose wheel lug
nuts.
❑
Clean body and door drain holes.
❑
Flush complete underside of vehicle.
❑
Inspect underbody components for damage.