1996 Ford Aspire Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 31

1996 Ford Aspire Manual

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u Check automatic transaxle P (PARK) function. u Check parking brake. u Check for fluid leaks under your vehicle (water dripping from the air conditioning system after use is normal). u Check warning lights and gauges. At least monthly: u Check coolant level in the coolant recovery reservoir. u Check the operation of all exterior lamps, At least twice a year: (i.e., every Spring and Fall) including the brakelamps, turn signals and hazard warning flashers. u Check radiator, heater and air-conditioning hoses for leaks or damage. u Check the power steering fluid level. u Check windshield washer spray and wiper operation. Clean wiper blades with clean cloth dampened with washer fluid. nuts. u Check for worn tires and loose wheel lug u Check muffler, exhaust pipes, shields and clamps. u Check headlamp alignment. u Check the lap-shoulder belts for wear and function. u Check air pressure in spare tire. u Inspect the engine drive belts for wear or cracks. Owner Maintenance Checks 31

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Owner Maintenance Checks
31
Check automatic transaxle P (PARK) function.
Check parking brake.
Check for fluid leaks under your vehicle
(water dripping from the air conditioning
system after use is normal).
Check warning lights and gauges.
At least monthly:
Check coolant level in the coolant recovery
reservoir.
Check the operation of all exterior lamps,
including the brakelamps, turn signals and
hazard warning flashers.
At least twice a year:
(i.e., every Spring and Fall)
Check radiator, heater and air-conditioning
hoses for leaks or damage.
Check the power steering fluid level.
Check windshield washer spray and wiper
operation. Clean wiper blades with clean
cloth dampened with washer fluid.
Check for worn tires and loose wheel lug
nuts.
Check muffler, exhaust pipes, shields and
clamps.
Check headlamp alignment.
Check the lap-shoulder belts for wear and
function.
Check air pressure in spare tire.
Inspect the engine drive belts for wear or
cracks.