1998 Ford Windstar Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing - Page 32

1998 Ford Windstar Manual

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u When stopping, listen and check for strange sounds, pulling to one side, increased brake pedal travel or "hard-to-push" brake pedal. your transaxle occurs, check the transaxle fluid level. u If any slipping or changes in the operation of 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). 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 windshield washer spray and wiper operation. Clean wiper blades with clean cloth dampened with washer fluid. u Check headlamp alignment. u Inspect halfshaft dust boots. 32 Owner Maintenance Checks

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Owner Maintenance Checks
When stopping, listen and check for strange
sounds, pulling to one side, increased brake
pedal travel or “hard-to-push” brake pedal.
If any slipping or changes in the operation of
your transaxle occurs, check the transaxle
fluid level.
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).
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 windshield washer spray and wiper
operation. Clean wiper blades with clean
cloth dampened with washer fluid.
Check headlamp alignment.
Inspect halfshaft dust boots.