1999 Mercury Villager Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 35

Special Operating Conditions Special Operating Conditions Items Needing Special Attention If you operate your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury primarily in any of the more demanding ''Special Operating Conditions'' listed below, you will need to have the following items maintained more frequently. If you only occasionally operate your vehicle under these conditions it is not necessary to perform the additional maintenance. For specific recommendations see your dealership service advisor or qualified service professional. Towing a trailer or using a camper or car-top carrier Every 3,000 miles or 3 months Every 30,000 miles As required As required Replace engine oil and filter Change automatic transmission fluid Change manual transmission fluid Inspect and lubricate U-joints Extensive idling and/or low-speed driving for long distances as in heavy commercial use such as delivery, taxi or patrol car Every 3,000 miles or 3 months Every 5,000 miles Every 15,000 miles Every 30,000 miles Every 60,000 miles As required Replace engine oil and filter Inspect brake system Replace fuel filter Change automatic transmission fluid Replace spark plugs Replace cabin air filter 35