1997 Mercury Cougar Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 32

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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 transmission occur, check the transmission fluid level. function. u If any slipping or changes in the operation of u Check automatic transmission P (Park) u Check parking brake. u Check for fluid leaks under your vehicle u Check warning lights and gauges. At least monthly: (water dripping from the air conditioning system after use is normal). u Check the tire pressure - check tires when cold, not after a long drive. reservoir. u Check coolant level in the coolant recovery u Check the operation of all exterior lamps, including the brakelamps, turn signals and hazard warning flashers. 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 transmission occur, check the
transmission fluid level.
❑
Check automatic transmission P (Park)
function.
❑
Check parking brake.
❑
Check for fluid leaks under your vehicle
(water dripping from the air conditioning
system after use is normal).
❑
Check warning lights and gauges.
At least monthly:
❑
Check the tire pressure — check tires when
cold, not after a long drive.
❑
Check coolant level in the coolant recovery
reservoir.
❑
Check the operation of all exterior lamps,
including the brakelamps, turn signals and
hazard warning flashers.