Ford Crown Victoria 1998 Service Guide

General maintenance information

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Table of contents

General maintenance information 3

Normal schedule 5

Severe duty schedule 13

Owner maintenance checks 25

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General maintenance information

GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION

This Service Guide indicates the scheduled maintenance required for
your vehicle. Proper maintenance guards against major repair expenses
resulting from neglect or inadequate maintenance, and may help increase
the value you receive when you sell or trade your vehicle.

It is your responsibility to make sure that all of the scheduled
maintenance is performed and that the materials used meet Ford
engineering specifications. Failure to perform scheduled maintenance, as
specified in the Service Guide, will invalidate warranty coverage on parts
affected by the lack of maintenance. Make sure that receipts for
completed maintenance work are retained with the vehicle and
confirmation of maintenance work is always entered in your Service
Guide.

Your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealership, or Ford or Lincoln-Mercury
Auto Care service center, has factory-trained technicians who can
perform the required maintenance using genuine Ford parts. The
dealership looks forward to meeting your every service need to maximize
your satisfaction with your vehicle.

MAINTENANCE: AN INVESTMENT

Maintenance is an investment that will pay dividends in the form of
improved reliability, durability and resale value.

To assure the durability of your vehicle and its emission control systems,
it is necessary that scheduled maintenance be performed at the
designated intervals.

Ford strongly recommends the use of genuine Ford replacement parts. If
other than Ford or Motorcraft parts or Ford authorized remanufactured
parts are used for maintenance replacements or for the service of
components affecting emission control, the non-Ford parts should be
equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in performance and
durability. It is the owner’s responsibility to determine the equivalency of
such parts. Please consult your “Warranty Information Booklet” for
complete warranty information.

NO COST PCV VALVE REPLACEMENT

The PCV valve is a critical emission component. Your dealer will replace
the valve at no cost at 96,000 kilometers (60,000 miles), except in
Canada and California.

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General maintenance information

PRE-DELIVERY SERVICE CHECK

❑ Pre-Delivery Service Inspection Completed

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

Date:

Mileage:

WHAT MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE DO YOU FOLLOW?

Normal Schedule

Follow the Normal Schedule for most normal everyday driving
conditions.

Severe Duty Schedule

Follow the Severe Duty Schedule if your driving habits FREQUENTLY
include one or more of the following conditions:

• Driving at top speeds for long distances during hot conditions.

• Short trips in areas of high humidity or freezing conditions.

• Police, taxi or delivery usage.

• Driving in dusty/sandy environments for long periods.

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Normal schedule

Items for Emission Control Service are shown in italics.

For items marked with a number in parentheses such as (1), see
footnote at the end of this section.

Rear axle lubricants should not be checked or changed unless a leak is
suspected, service required, or the axle has been submerged in water.
The rear axle lubricant should be changed anytime the axle has been
submerged in water.

Rear axles containing synthetic lubricant are lubricated for life. These
axles are not to be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected,
service required or the axle has been submerged in water. The rear axle
lubricant should be changed anytime the axle has been submerged in
water.

Police and Taxi Vehicles:

Replace rear axle lubricant every 160,000 km (100,000 miles). Rear axle
lubricant may be waived if the axle was filled with 75W140 synthetic
gear lubricant meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192–A, part number
F1TZ-19580–B or equivalent. Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of additive friction
modifier C8AZ-19B546–A (EST-M2C118–A) or equivalent for complete
refill of Traction-Lok rear axles. The rear axle lubricant should be
changed anytime the axle has been submerged in water.

8,000 KILOMETERS (5,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑ Rotate tires and adjust air pressure.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

16,000 KILOMETERS (10,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

Date:

Mileage:

Date:

Mileage:

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Normal schedule

24,000 KILOMETERS (15,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑ Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; check coolant

strength every 24,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months.

❑ Rotate tires and adjust air pressure.
❑ Lubricate pitman arm and steering stops.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

Date:

Mileage:

32,000 KILOMETERS (20,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

Date:

Mileage:

40,000 KILOMETERS (25,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑ Rotate tires and adjust air pressure.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

Date:

Mileage:

48,000 KILOMETERS (30,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑ Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; check coolant

strength every 24,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months.

❑ Replace air cleaner filter.

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❑ Inspect exhaust heat shield(s).
❑ Change automatic transmission fluid.
❑ Inspect front and rear brakes. (1)
❑ Lubricate pitman arm and steering stops.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

56,000 KILOMETERS (35,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑ Rotate tires and adjust air pressure.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

64,000 KILOMETERS (40,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

Normal schedule

Date:

Mileage:

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72,000 KILOMETERS (45,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑ Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; check coolant

strength every 24,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months.

❑ Rotate tires and adjust air pressure.
❑ Lubricate pitman arm and steering stops.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

Date:

Mileage:

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Normal schedule

80,000 KILOMETERS (50,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑ Change engine coolant initially at 80,000 km (50,000 miles) or

48 months. Thereafter, change engine coolant every 48,000 km
(30,000 miles) or 36 months.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

88,000 KILOMETERS (55,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑ Rotate tires and adjust air pressure.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

96,000 KILOMETERS (60,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑ Replace spark plugs. (NGV only)
❑ Replace air cleaner filter.
❑ Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; check coolant

strength every 24,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months.

❑ Replace PCV valve. (2)
❑ Inspect accessory drive belt(s). (NGV only)
❑ Change automatic transmission fluid.
❑ Inspect exhaust heat shield(s).
❑ Inspect front and rear brakes. (1)
❑ Lubricate pitman arm and steering stops.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

Date:

Mileage:

Date:

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Date:

Mileage:

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Normal schedule

104,000 KILOMETERS (65,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑ Rotate tires and adjust air pressure.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

112,000 KILOMETERS (70,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

120,000 KILOMETERS (75,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑ Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; check coolant

strength every 24,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months.

❑ Rotate tires and adjust air pressure.
❑ Lubricate pitman arm and steering stops.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

Date:

Mileage:

Date:

Mileage:

Date:

Mileage:

128,000 KILOMETERS (80,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑ Change engine coolant every 48,000 km (30,000 miles) or

36 months.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

Date:

Mileage:

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Normal schedule

136,000 KILOMETERS (85,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑ Rotate tires and adjust air pressure.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

Date:

Mileage:

144,000 KILOMETERS (90,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑ Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; check coolant

strength every 24,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months.

❑ Replace air cleaner filter.
❑ Inspect accessory drive belt(s). (NGV only)
❑ Change automatic transmission fluid.
❑ Inspect exhaust heat shield(s).
❑ Inspect front and rear brakes. (1)
❑ Lubricate pitman arm and steering stops.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

Date:

Mileage:

152,000 KILOMETERS (95,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑ Rotate tires and adjust air pressure.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

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Date:

Mileage:

Normal schedule

160,000 KILOMETERS (100,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑ Replace spark plugs. (except NGV)
❑ Inspect accessory drive belt(s). (except NGV)

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

Date:

Mileage:

168,000 KILOMETERS (105,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑ Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; check coolant

strength every 24,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months.

❑ Rotate tires and adjust air pressure.
❑ Lubricate pitman arm and steering stops.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

Date:

Mileage:

176,000 KILOMETERS (110,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑ Change engine coolant every 48,000 km (30,000 miles) or

36 months.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

Date:

Mileage:

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Normal schedule

184,000 KILOMETERS (115,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑ Rotate tires and adjust air pressure.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

Date:

Mileage:

192,000 KILOMETERS (120,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑ Replace spark plugs. (NGV only)
❑ Replace PCV valve.
❑ Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; check coolant

strength every 24,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months.

❑ Inspect accessory drive belt(s).
❑ Replace air cleaner filter.
❑ Drain coalescent filter bowl. (NGV only)
❑ Replace fuel filter element and housing O-ring seal. (NGV only)
❑ Change automatic transmission fluid.
❑ Inspect exhaust heat shield(s).
❑ Inspect front and rear brakes. (1)
❑ Lubricate pitman arm and steering stops.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

Date:

Mileage:

(1) If your driving habits include continuous stop-and-go driving or
driving in hilly areas, more frequent intervals may be required.

(2) At 96,000 kilometers (60,000 miles) your dealer will replace the PCV
valve at no cost except on Canada and California vehicles.

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Severe duty schedule

Items for Emission Control Service are shown in italics.

For items marked with a number in parentheses such as (1), see
footnote at the end of this section.

Non-synthetic rear axle lubricants should be replaced every 5,000
kilometers (3,000 miles) or 3 months, whichever occurs first, during
extended trailer tow operation above 21°C (70°F) ambient and wide
open throttle for extended periods above 72 km/h (45 mph) The 5,000
kilometer (3,000 mile) lube change may be waived if the axle was filled
with 75W140 synthetic gear lubricant meeting Ford specification
WSL-M2C192–A, part number F1TZ-19580–B or equivalent. Add 118 ml
(4 oz.) of additive friction modifier C8AZ-19B546–A (EST-M2C118–A) or
equivalent for complete refill of Traction-Lok rear axles. The axle
lubricant should be changed anytime the axle has been submerged in
water.

Rear axles containing synthetic lubricant are lubricated for life. These
lubricants are not to checked or changed unless a leak is suspected,
service required or the axle assembly has been submerged in water. The
axle lubricant should be changed anytime the axle has been submerged
in water.

Police and taxi vehicles:

Replace rear axle lubricant every 160,000 kilometers (100,000 miles).
Rear axle lube change may be waived if the axle was filled with 75W140
synthetic gear lubricant meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192–A, part
number F1TZ-19580–B or equivalent. Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of additive
friction modifier C8AZ-19B546–A (EST-M2C118–A) or equivalent for
complete refill of Traction-Lok rear axles. The axle lubricant should be
changed anytime the axle has been submerged in water.

5,000 KILOMETERS (3,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

Date:

Mileage:

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Severe duty schedule

10,000 KILOMETERS (6,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑ Rotate tires and adjust air pressure.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

15,000 KILOMETERS (9,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

20,000 KILOMETERS (12,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

Date:

Mileage:

Date:

Mileage:

Date:

Mileage:

25,000 KILOMETERS (15,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑ Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; check coolant

strength every 25,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months.

❑ Rotate tires and adjust air pressure.
❑ Lubricate pitman arm and steering stops.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

Date:

Mileage:

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Severe duty schedule

30,000 KILOMETERS (18,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

35,000 KILOMETERS (21,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑ Change automatic transmission fluid.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

40,000 KILOMETERS (24,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑ Rotate tires and adjust air pressure.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

Date:

Mileage:

Date:

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Date:

Mileage:

45,000 KILOMETERS (27,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

Date:

Mileage:

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Severe duty schedule

50,000 KILOMETERS (30,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑ Replace air cleaner filter.
❑ Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; check coolant

strength every 25,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months.

❑ Inspect exhaust heat shield(s).
❑ Inspect front and rear brakes. (1)
❑ Lubricate pitman arm and steering stops.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

Date:

Mileage:

55,000 KILOMETERS (33,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑ Rotate tires and adjust air pressure.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

Date:

Mileage:

60,000 KILOMETERS (36,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑ Replace spark plugs. (NGV only)

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

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Date:

Mileage:

Severe duty schedule

65,000 KILOMETERS (39,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

70,000 KILOMETERS (42,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑ Change automatic transmission fluid.
❑ Rotate tires and adjust air pressure.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

75,000 KILOMETERS (45,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑ Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; check coolant

strength every 25,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months.

❑ Lubricate pitman arm and steering stops.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

Date:

Mileage:

Date:

Mileage:

Date:

Mileage:

80,000 KILOMETERS (48,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑ Change engine coolant initially at 80,000 km (48,000 miles) or

48 months. Thereafter, change engine coolant every 50,000 km
(30,000 miles) or 36 months.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

Date:

Mileage:

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Severe duty schedule

85,000 KILOMETERS (51,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑ Rotate tires and adjust air pressure.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

90,000 KILOMETERS (54,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

95,000 KILOMETERS (57,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

Date:

Mileage:

Date:

Mileage:

Date:

Mileage:

100,000 KILOMETERS (60,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑ Replace spark plugs. (except NGV)
❑ Replace air cleaner filter.
❑ Replace PCV valve. (2)
❑ Inspect accessory drive belt(s). (NGV only)
❑ Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; check coolant

strength every 25,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months.

❑ Inspect exhaust heat shield(s).

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Severe duty schedule

❑ Inspect front and rear brakes. (1)
❑ Rotate tires and adjust air pressure.
❑ Lubricate pitman arm and steering stops.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

105,000 KILOMETERS (63,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑ Change automatic transmission fluid.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

110,000 KILOMETERS (66,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

Date:

Mileage:

Date:

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Date:

Mileage:

115,000 KILOMETERS (69,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑ Rotate tires and adjust air pressure.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

Date:

Mileage:

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Severe duty schedule

120,000 KILOMETERS (72,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑ Replace spark plugs. (NGV only)

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

125,000 KILOMETERS (75,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑ Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; check coolant

strength every 25,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months.

❑ Lubricate pitman arm and steering stops.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

130,000 KILOMETERS (78,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑ Change engine coolant every 50,000 km (30,000 miles) or 36

months.

❑ Rotate tires and adjust air pressure.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

Date:

Mileage:

Date:

Mileage:

Date:

Mileage:

135,000 KILOMETERS (81,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

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Date:

Mileage:

Severe duty schedule

140,000 KILOMETERS (84,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑ Change automatic transmission fluid.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

Date:

Mileage:

145,000 KILOMETERS (87,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑ Rotate tires and adjust air pressure.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

Date:

Mileage:

150,000 KILOMETERS (90,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑ Inspect accessory drive belt(s).
❑ Replace air cleaner filter.
❑ Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; check coolant

strength every 25,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months.

❑ Inspect exhaust heat shield(s).
❑ Inspect front and rear brakes. (1)
❑ Lubricate pitman arm and steering stops.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

Date:

Mileage:

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Severe duty schedule

155,000 KILOMETERS (93,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

160,000 KILOMETERS (96,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑ Rotate tires and adjust air pressure.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

165,000 KILOMETERS (99,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

Date:

Mileage:

Date:

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Date:

Mileage:

170,000 KILOMETERS (102,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

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Date:

Mileage:

Severe duty schedule

175,000 KILOMETERS (105,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑ Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; check coolant

strength every 25,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months.

❑ Change automatic transmission fluid.
❑ Rotate tires and adjust air pressure.
❑ Lubricate pitman arm and steering stops.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

180,000 KILOMETERS (108,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑ Change engine coolant every 50,000 km (30,000 miles) or

36 months.

❑ Replace spark plugs. (NGV only)

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

Date:

Mileage:

Date:

Mileage:

185,000 KILOMETERS (111,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

190,000 KILOMETERS (114,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑ Rotate tires and adjust air pressure.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

Date:

Mileage:

Date:

Mileage:

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Severe duty schedule

195,000 KILOMETERS (117,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

Date:

Mileage:

200,000 KILOMETERS (120,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
❑ Replace spark plugs. (except NGV)
❑ Inspect accessory drive belt(s).
❑ Replace air cleaner filter.
❑ Replace PCV valve.
❑ Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; check coolant

strength every 25,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months.

❑ Replace fuel filter element and housing O-ring seal. (NGV only)
❑ Drain coalescent filter bowl. (NGV only)
❑ Inspect exhaust heat shield(s).
❑ Lubricate pitman arm and steering stops.
❑ Inspect front and rear brakes. (1)

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

Date:

Mileage:

(1) If your driving habits include continuous stop-and-go driving or
driving in hilly areas, more frequent intervals may be required.

(2) At 96,000 kilometers (60,000) your dealer will replace the PCV valve
at no cost except Canada and California vehicles.

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Owner maintenance checks

Owner maintenance checks

Listed below are vehicle maintenance checks and inspections that should
be performed by the owner or qualified service technician at the
indicated intervals. Service information and supporting specifications are
provided in the “Owner Guide”.

Any adverse conditions should be brought to the attention of your dealer
or qualified service technician for expert service advice as soon as possible.

The owner maintenance checks are generally not covered by warranties
and you may be charged for labor, parts and lubricants used.

WHEN YOU STOP FOR FUEL:

❑ Check the engine oil level.
❑ Check the windshield washer fluid level.
❑ Check coolant level in the coolant recovery reservoir.
❑ Look for low or under-inflated tires.

WHILE OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE:

❑ Note any changes in the sound of the exhaust or any smell of exhaust

fumes in the vehicle.

❑ Check for vibrations in the steering wheel. Notice any increased

steering effort or looseness in the steering wheel.

❑ Notice if your vehicle constantly turns slightly or “pulls” to one side

when travelling on smooth level road.

❑ 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 for fluid leaks under your vehicle (water dripping from the air

conditioning system after use is normal).

❑ Check warning lights and gauges.

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Owner maintenance checks

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 brake lamps,

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 power steering fluid level.
❑ Check windshield washer spray and wiper operation. Clean wiper

blades with clean cloth dampened with washer fluid.

❑ Check for worn tires and loose wheel lug nuts.
❑ Check muffler, exhaust pipes, shields and clamps.
❑ Check headlamp alignment.
❑ Check the lap-shoulder belts for wear and function.
❑ Check air pressure in the spare tire.

AT LEAST ONCE A YEAR:

❑ Lubricate all hinges, checks, latches, and all outside key locks.
❑ Lubricate door rubber weatherstrips.
❑ Clean the body water drain holes.
❑ Check the air conditioning system before the warm weather season.
❑ Inspect engine cooling system, hoses and clamps; and check coolant

strength

❑ Check the brake fluid level.
❑ Check the battery connections.
❑ Lubricate the transmission controls and linkage.

If any of these conditions are noted, bring them to the attention of your
dealer or qualified service technician as soon as possible.

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