1998 Ford Explorer Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing - Page 8

1998 Ford Explorer Manual

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Normal schedule u Replace air cleaner filter every 48,000 km (30,000 miles) or 30 months. If operating in dusty conditions, consult your dealer and/or follow severe duty maintenance schedule. u Change fuel filter (Recommended but not required for California Certified Vehicles). u Change automatic transmission fluid (except E4OD transmissions. E4OD transmissions have no normally scheduled fluid change requirements.) u Inspect drum and/or disc brake systems, hoses and lines. u Inspect and lubricate front wheel bearings (4x2 only). u Inspect parking brake system for damage and operation. DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 56,000 KILOMETERS (35,000 MILES) u u u u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. 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. DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 64,000 KILOMETERS (40,000 MILES) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. 8

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Replace air cleaner filter every 48,000 km (30,000 miles) or 30
months. If operating in dusty conditions, consult your dealer
and/or follow severe duty maintenance schedule.
Change fuel filter (Recommended but not required for California
Certified Vehicles).
Change automatic transmission fluid (except E4OD transmissions.
E4OD transmissions have no normally scheduled fluid change
requirements.)
Inspect drum and/or disc brake systems, hoses and lines.
Inspect and lubricate front wheel bearings (4x2 only).
Inspect parking brake system for damage and operation.
DEALER AUTHORIZATION
Date:
Mileage:
56,000 KILOMETERS (35,000 MILES)
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
Rotate tires and adjust air pressure.
Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage.
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.
DEALER AUTHORIZATION
Date:
Mileage:
64,000 KILOMETERS (40,000 MILES)
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
Normal schedule
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