1997 Ford Aerostar Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 8

1997 Ford Aerostar Manual

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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. 10,000 MILES (16,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. 15,000 MILES (24,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; and check coolant strength every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (1) 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). slide rails. u Inspect disc brake system, lubricate caliper u Inspect drum brake systems, hoses and lines. 8 Normal Schedule

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Normal Schedule
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.
10,000 MILES (16,000 Kilometers)
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
15,000 MILES (24,000 Kilometers)
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps;
and check coolant strength every 15,000 miles
(24,000 km) or 12 months.
Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (1)
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).
Inspect disc brake system, lubricate caliper
slide rails.
Inspect drum brake systems, hoses and lines.