1997 Ford Ranger Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 31

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u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped, with grease fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped). (2) centering ball (SWB 4x4). (2) u Lubricate rear driveshaft double cardan joint u 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. 27,000 MILES (45,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. 30,000 MILES (50,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Replace air cleaner filter. (1) u Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; and check coolant strength every 15,000 miles (25,000 km) or 12 months. Severe Duty Schedule 31

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Severe Duty Schedule
31
❑
Lubricate steering linkage suspension,
driveshaft U-joint if equipped, with grease
fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped).
(2)
❑
Lubricate rear driveshaft double cardan joint
centering ball (SWB 4x4). (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.
27,000 MILES (45,000 Kilometers)
❑
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
30,000 MILES (50,000 Kilometers)
❑
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑
Replace air cleaner filter. (1)
❑
Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps;
and check coolant strength every 15,000 miles
(25,000 km) or 12 months.