1996 Ford Explorer Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 27
1996 Ford Explorer Manual
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12,000 MILES (20,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped). (2) loose parts. Remove any foreign material trapped by exhaust system shielding. u Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or NOTE: It is normal for a certain amount of moisture and staining to be present around the muffler seams. The presence of soot, light surface rust or moisture does not indicate a faulty muffler. Severe Duty Schedule 27
Severe Duty Schedule
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12,000 MILES (20,000 Kilometers)
❑
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑
Check clutch reservoir fluid level.
❑
Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission
shift linkage.
❑
Lubricate steering linkage suspension,
driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease
fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped).
(2)
❑
Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or
loose parts. Remove any foreign material
trapped by exhaust system shielding.
NOTE:
It is normal for a certain amount of
moisture and staining to be present
around the muffler seams. The
presence of soot, light surface rust or
moisture does not indicate a faulty
muffler.