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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
The required scheduled maintenance services listed in this guide are
considered essential to the proper operation, safety and performance of
your Ford Motor Company vehicle. We recommend that you also perform
the Owner Maintenance Checks listed. These services are matters of
day-to-day care that are also important to the proper operation of your
vehicle. The recommended lubricants, fluids and service parts
conforming to Ford Specifications are available from your Ford or
Lincoln-Mercury dealer.
This guide gives you a place to record the services that are performed on
your vehicle so that you can keep a record of when parts should be
checked or replaced. Give your “Service Guide” to your Ford or
Lincoln-Mercury service manager.
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 Guide” 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:
❑ Towing a trailer or using a car-top carrier.
❑ Operating in severe dust conditions.
❑ Extensive idling, such as police, taxi or door-to-door delivery service.
❑ Short trips of less than 16 km (10 miles) when outside temperatures
remain below -18°C (0°F).

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 Normal schedule
Items for Emission Control Service are shown in italics.
For items marked with a number in parethenses such as (1), see
footnote at the end of this section.

8,000 KILOMETERS (5,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

❑ Rotate tires and adjust air pressure.
DEALER AUTHORIZATION
Date:
Mileage:

16,000 KILOMETERS (10,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

❑ Inspect front and rear brakes. (1)
DEALER AUTHORIZATION
Date:
Mileage:

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.
DEALER AUTHORIZATION
Date:
Mileage:

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 Normal schedule

32,000 KILOMETERS (20,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

❑ Replace passenger compartment air filter (if equipped).
❑ Inspect front and rear brakes. (1)
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.

❑ 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.
❑ Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; check coolant
strength every 24,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months.
❑ Inspect exhaust heat shield(s).
❑ Inspect front and rear brakes. (1)
DEALER AUTHORIZATION
Date:
Mileage:

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56,000 KILOMETERS (35,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

❑ Rotate tires and adjust air pressure.
DEALER AUTHORIZATION
Date:
Mileage:

64,000 KILOMETERS (40,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

❑ Replace passenger compartment air filter (if equipped).
❑ Inspect front and rear brakes. (1)
DEALER AUTHORIZATION
Date:
Mileage:

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.
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 (48,000 miles) or
48 months. Thereafter, change engine coolant every 50,000 km
(30,000 miles) or 36 months.
❑ Inspect front and rear brakes. (1)
DEALER AUTHORIZATION
Date:
Mileage:

88,000 KILOMETERS (55,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

❑ Rotate tires and adjust air pressure.
DEALER AUTHORIZATION
Date:
Mileage:

96,000 KILOMETERS (60,000 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 24,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months.
❑ Replace passenger compartment air filter (if equipped).
❑ Inspect exhaust heat shield(s).
❑ Inspect front and rear brakes. (1)
DEALER AUTHORIZATION
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
Date:
Mileage:

112,000 KILOMETERS (70,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

❑ Inspect front and rear brakes. (1)
DEALER AUTHORIZATION
Date:
Mileage:

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.
DEALER AUTHORIZATION
Date:
Mileage:

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 Normal schedule

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.
❑ Replace passenger compartment air filter (if equipped).
❑ Inspect front and rear brakes. (1)
DEALER AUTHORIZATION
Date:
Mileage:

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.
❑ Inspect accessory drive belt(s).
❑ Replace air cleaner filter.
❑ Inspect exhaust heat shield(s).
❑ Inspect front and rear brakes. (1)
DEALER AUTHORIZATION
Date:
Mileage:

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 Normal schedule

152,000 KILOMETERS (95,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

❑ Rotate tires and adjust air pressure.
DEALER AUTHORIZATION
Date:
Mileage:

160,000 KILOMETERS (100,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

❑ Replace spark plugs.
❑ Replace PCV valve.
❑ Replace passenger compartment air filter (if equipped).
❑ Inspect front and rear brakes. (1)
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.
DEALER AUTHORIZATION
Date:
Mileage:

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 Normal schedule

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.
❑ Inspect front and rear brakes. (1)
DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date:
Mileage:

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.

❑ Inspect accessory drive belt(s).
❑ 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 passenger compartment air filter.
❑ Inspect exhaust heat shield(s).
❑ 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.

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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.

5,000 KILOMETERS (3,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION
Date:
Mileage:

10,000 KILOMETERS (6,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

❑ Rotate tires and adjust air pressure.
DEALER AUTHORIZATION
Date:
Mileage:

15,000 KILOMETERS (9,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

❑ Inspect front and rear brakes. (1)
DEALER AUTHORIZATION
Date:
Mileage:

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 Severe duty schedule

20,000 KILOMETERS (12,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION
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.
❑ Replace passenger compartment air filter (if equipped).
❑ Rotate tires and adjust air pressure.
DEALER AUTHORIZATION
Date:
Mileage:

30,000 KILOMETERS (18,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

❑ Inspect front and rear brakes. (1)
DEALER AUTHORIZATION
Date:
Mileage:

35,000 KILOMETERS (21,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION
Date:
Mileage:

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 Severe duty schedule

40,000 KILOMETERS (24,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

❑ Rotate tires and adjust air pressure.
DEALER AUTHORIZATION
Date:
Mileage:

45,000 KILOMETERS (27,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

❑ Inspect front and rear brakes. (1)
DEALER AUTHORIZATION
Date:
Mileage:

50,000 KILOMETERS (30,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

❑ Replace air cleaner filter.(2)
❑ Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; check coolant
strength every 25,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months.
❑ Replace passenger compartment air filter (if equipped).
❑ Change automatic transaxle fluid.
❑ Inspect exhaust heat shield(s).
DEALER AUTHORIZATION
Date:
Mileage:

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 Severe duty schedule

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.

❑ Inspect front and rear brakes. (1)
DEALER AUTHORIZATION
Date:
Mileage:

65,000 KILOMETERS (39,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION
Date:
Mileage:

70,000 KILOMETERS (42,000 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

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.
❑ Replace passenger compartment air filter (if equipped).
❑ Inspect front and rear brakes. (1)
DEALER AUTHORIZATION
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:

85,000 KILOMETERS (51,000 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

90,000 KILOMETERS (54,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

❑ Inspect front and rear brakes. (1)
DEALER AUTHORIZATION
Date:
Mileage:

95,000 KILOMETERS (57,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION
Date:
Mileage:

100,000 KILOMETERS (60,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

❑ Inspect accessory drive belt(s).
❑ Replace air cleaner filter. (2)
❑ Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; check coolant
strength every 25,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months.
❑ Replace spark plugs- 2.5L engines only.
❑ Replace passenger compartment air filter (if equipped).
❑ Change automatic transaxle fluid.
❑ Inspect exhaust heat shield(s).
❑ Rotate tires and adjust air pressure.
DEALER AUTHORIZATION
Date:
Mileage:

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 Severe duty schedule

105,000 KILOMETERS (63,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

❑ Inspect front and rear brakes. (1)
DEALER AUTHORIZATION
Date:
Mileage:

110,000 KILOMETERS (66,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION
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:

120,000 KILOMETERS (72,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

❑ Inspect front and rear brakes. (1)
DEALER AUTHORIZATION
Date:
Mileage:

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 Severe duty schedule

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.
❑ Replace passenger compartment air filter (if equipped).
DEALER AUTHORIZATION
Date:
Mileage:

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:

135,000 KILOMETERS (81,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

❑ Inspect front and rear brakes. (1)
DEALER AUTHORIZATION
Date:
Mileage:

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 Severe duty schedule

140,000 KILOMETERS (84,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

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. (2)
❑ Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; check coolant
strength every 25,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months.
❑ Replace passenger compartment air filter (if equipped).
❑ Change automatic transaxle fluid.
❑ Inspect exhaust heat shield(s).
❑ Inspect front and rear brakes. (1)
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
Date:
Mileage:

160,000 KILOMETERS (96,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

❑ Rotate tires and adjust air pressure.
DEALER AUTHORIZATION
Date:
Mileage:

165,000 KILOMETERS (99,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

❑ Replace spark plugs - 2.0L engines only.
❑ Replace PCV valve.
❑ Inspect front and rear brakes. (1)
DEALER AUTHORIZATION
Date:
Mileage:

170,000 KILOMETERS (102,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION
Date:
Mileage:

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 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.
❑ Replace passenger compartment air filter (if equipped).
❑ Rotate tires and adjust air pressure.
DEALER AUTHORIZATION
Date:
Mileage:

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.
❑ Inspect front and rear brakes. (1)
DEALER AUTHORIZATION
Date:
Mileage:

185,000 KILOMETERS (111,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION
Date:
Mileage:

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 Severe duty schedule

190,000 KILOMETERS (114,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

❑ Rotate tires and adjust air pressure.
DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date:
Mileage:

195,000 KILOMETERS (117,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

❑ Inspect front and rear brakes. (1)
DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date:
Mileage:

200,000 KILOMETERS (120,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

❑ Replace spark plugs - 2.5L only.
❑ Inspect accessory drive belt(s).
❑ Replace air cleaner filter. (2)
❑ Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; check coolant
strength every 25,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months.
❑ Replace passenger compartment air filter (if equipped).
❑ Change automatic transaxle fluid.
❑ Inspect exhaust heat shield(s).
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) If operating in severe dust, more frequent intervals may be required.
Consult your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury Dealer.

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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 coolant level in the recovery bottle.
❑ Check the windshield washer fluid level.
❑ 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 of
the 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 transaxle occur,
check the transaxle fluid level.
❑ Check automatic transaxle PARK function.
❑ Check parking brake.
❑ Check for fluid leaks under your vehicle (water dripping from the air
conditioning system after use is normal.

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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 windshield washer spray and wiper operation. Check and
replace worn wiper blades.
❑ 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.
❑ Inspect halfshaft dust boots.

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.
❑ Check the power steering fluid level.
❑ Inspect engine cooling system, hoses and clamps; and check coolant
strength

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❑ Check the brake fluid level.
❑ Check the battery connections.
❑ Lubricate the transaxle 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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