1998 Ford Service Guide

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Your satisfaction is our #1 goal. If you have questions orconcerns about your vehicle, we suggest you follow these steps:

1. Contact your Sales Representative or Service Advisor at yourselling/servicing dealership.

2. If the inquiry or concern remains unresolved, contact theSales Manager or Service Manager at the dealership.

3. If the inquiry or concern cannot be resolved at the dealershiplevel, please contact the Ford Customer Assistance Center.

In the US, contact:Ford Motor Company

Customer Assistance Center300 Renaissance Center

P.O. Box 43360Detroit, Michigan 482431-800-392-3673 (FORD)

TDD for the hearing impaired: 1-800-232-5952

In Canada, contact:Customer Assistance Center

Ford Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000

Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E41-800-565-3673 (FORD)

Outside the US or Canada, contact:Ford Motor Company

Worldwide Direct Market Operations1555 Fairlane Drive

Allen Park, Michigan 48101 U.S.A.Telephone: (313) 594-4857

Fax: (313) 390-0804

General maintenance information

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General maintenance information 3

Normal schedule 5

Severe duty schedule 14

Owner maintenance checks 26

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Table of contents

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GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATIONThis Service Guide indicates the scheduledmaintenance required for your vehicle. Propermaintenance guards against major repair expensesresulting from neglect or inadequate maintenance,and may help increase the value you receive whenyou sell or trade your vehicle.

It is your responsibility to make sure that all of thescheduled maintenance is performed and that thematerials used meet Ford engineering specifications.Failure to perform scheduled maintenance, asspecified in the Service Guide, will invalidatewarranty coverage on parts affected by the lack ofmaintenance. Make sure that receipts for completedmaintenance work are retained with the vehicle andconfirmation of maintenance work is always enteredin your Service Guide.

Your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealership, or Ford orLincoln-Mercury Auto Care service center, hasfactory-trained technicians who can perform therequired maintenance using genuine Ford parts. Thedealership looks forward to meeting your everyservice need to maximize your satisfaction with yourvehicle.

MAINTENANCE: AN INVESTMENTMaintenance is an investment that will pay dividendsin the form of improved reliability, durability andresale value.

To assure the durability of your vehicle and itsemission control systems, it is necessary thatscheduled maintenance be performed at thedesignated intervals.

Ford strongly recommends the use of genuine Fordreplacement parts. If other than Ford or Motorcraftparts or Ford authorized remanufactured parts areused for maintenance replacements or for theservice of components affecting emission control,the non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine


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Ford Motor Company parts in performance anddurability. It is the owner’s responsibility todetermine the equivalency of such parts. Pleaseconsult your “Warranty Information Booklet” forcomplete warranty information.

NO COST PCV VALVE REPLACEMENTThe PCV valve is a critical emission component. Yourdealer will replace the valve at no cost at 96,000kilometers (60,000 miles), except in Canada andCalifornia.

PRE-DELIVERY SERVICE CHECK

❑ Pre-Delivery Service Inspection Completed

DEALER AUTHORIZATIONDate:

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WHAT MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE DO YOUFOLLOW?Normal Schedule

Follow the Normal Schedule for most normaleveryday driving conditions.

Severe Duty Schedule

Follow the Severe Duty Schedule if your drivinghabits FREQUENTLY include one or more of thefollowing conditions:

Driving at top speeds for long distances during hotconditions.

Short trips in areas of high humidity or freezingconditions.

Police, taxi or delivery usage.

Driving in dusty/sandy environments for longperiods.


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Items for Emission Control Service are shown initalics.

For items marked with a number in parenthesessuch 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.


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❑ Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, andclamps; check coolant strength every 24,000km (15,000 miles) or 12 months.


❑ Replace cabin air filter.


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❑ Inspect exhaust heat shields.

❑ Replace air cleaner filter every 48,000 km (30,000miles) or 30 months. If operating in dustyconditions, consult your dealer.

❑ Change automatic transaxle fluid.

❑ Inspect front and rear brakes. (1)

❑ Replace spark plugs (3.0L Flexible FuelVehicle—FFV only)


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❑ Change engine coolant initially at 80,000 km(50,000 miles) or 48 months. Thereafter,change engine coolant every 50,000 km(30,000 miles) or 36 months.


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❑ Replace air cleaner filter every 48,000 km(30,000 miles) or 30 months. If operating industy conditions, consult your dealer.


❑ Replace spark plugs (3.0L-Flexible FuelVehicles—FFV only).


❑ Inspect exhaust heat shield(s).



❑ Inspect accessory drive belt(s) (3.0L-4Vengines)

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❑ Change engine coolant every 48,000 km(30,000 miles) or 36 months.


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❑ Inspect accessory drive belt(s) (3.0L-4Vengines)

❑ Replace spark plugs (3.0L Flexible FuelVehicles—FFV only)

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❑ Replace spark plugs (except 3.0L FFV).

❑ Replace PCV valve (2).

❑ Inspect accessory drive belt(s) (3.0L and 3.4LSHO engines)

❑ Check valve lash and adjust as required (3.4LSHO only).


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❑ Change engine coolant every 48,000 km(30,000 miles) or 36 months.


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❑ Inspect accessory drive belt(s) 3.0L-4V, 3.0Land 3.4L SHO engines).


❑ Replace spark plugs (3.0L Flexible Fuel Vehiclesonly).


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(1) If your driving habits include continuousstop-and-go driving or driving in hilly areas, morefrequent intervals may be required.

(2) At 160,000 kilometers (100,000 miles) yourdealer will replace the PCV valve at no cost onDuratec engines except on Canada and Californiavehicles.

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❑ Inspect front and rear brakes (1).


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❑ Inspect engine cooling system, hoses andclamps; check coolant strength every 25,000km (15,000 miles) or 12 months.

❑ Replace sparks plugs (3.0L Flexible FuelVehicle—FFV only).

❑ Replace air cleaner filter.





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❑ Inspect front and rear brakes.(1)


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❑ Change engine coolant intially at 80,000 km(48,000 miles) Thereafter, change coolant every50,000 km (30,000 miles) or 36 months.



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❑ Replace spark plugs (3.0L and 3.4L SHOengines, 3.0L Flexible Fuel Vehicles—FFV)

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❑ Change engine coolant every 50,000 km (30,000miles) or 36 months.


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❑ Replace spark plugs (3.0L Flexible FuelVehicle—FFV only)

❑ Inspect accessory drive belts (3.0L-4V, 3.0L and3.4L SHO engines).





❑ Replace PCV valve (2).


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❑ Check valve lash and adjust as required(3.4L SHO engine only).

❑ Replace spark plugs (3.0L-4V engines).


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❑ Change engine coolant every 50,000 km (30,000miles) or 36 months.


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❑ Replace spark plugs (3.0L Flexible FuelVehicle—FFV only, 3.0L and 3.4L SHO engines)

❑ Inspect accessory drive belt(s) 3.0L-4V, 3.0Land 3.4L SHO engines)


❑ Inspect engine cooling system, hoses andclamps; and check strength every 25,000 km(15,000 miles) or 12 months.





Mileage:

(1) If your driving habits include continuousstop-and-go driving or driving in hilly areas, morefrequent intervals may be required.

(2) At 150,000 km (90,000 miles) your dealer willreplace the PCV valve at no cost on exceptCalifornia and Canada vehicles.


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Owner maintenance checksListed below are vehicle maintenance checks andinspections that should be performed by the owneror qualified service technician at the indicatedintervals. Service information and supportingspecifications are provided in the “Owner Guide”.

Any adverse conditions should be brought to theattention of your dealer or qualified servicetechnician for expert service advice as soon aspossible.

The owner maintenance checks are generally notcovered by warranties and you may be charged forlabor, 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 orany smell of exhaust fumes in the vehicle.

❑ Check for vibrations in the steering wheel. Noticeany increased steering effort or looseness in thesteering wheel.

❑ Notice if your vehicle constantly turns slightly or“pulls” to one side of the road.

❑ When stopping, listen and check for strangesounds, pulling to one side, increased brakepedal travel or “hard to push” brake pedal.

❑ If any slipping or changes in the operation of yourtransaxle occur, check the transaxle fluid level.

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❑ Check automatic transaxle PARK function.

❑ Check parking brake.

❑ Check for fluid leaks under your vehicle (waterdripping from the air conditioning system afteruse is normal).

AT LEAST MONTHLY:

❑ Check the tire pressure - check tires when cold,not after a long drive.

❑ Check coolant level in the coolant recoveryreservoir.

❑ Check the operation of all exterior lamps,including the brake lamps, turn signals andhazard warning flashers.

AT LEAST TWICE A YEAR:(I.E., EVERY SPRING AND FALL)

❑ Check radiator, heater and air-conditioning hosesfor leaks or damage.

❑ Check windshield washer spray and wiperoperation. 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 andfunction.

❑ Check air pressure in the spare tire.

❑ Inspect halfshaft dust boots.


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AT LEAST ONCE A YEAR:

❑ Lubricate all hinges, checks, latches, and alloutside key locks.

❑ Lubricate door rubber weatherstrips.

❑ Clean the body water drain holes.

❑ Check the air conditioning system before thewarm weather season.

❑ Check the power steering fluid level.

❑ Inspect engine cooling system, hoses and clamps;and check coolant strength

❑ Check the brake fluid level.

❑ Check the battery connections.

❑ Lubricate the transaxle controls and linkage.

If any of these conditions are noted, bring them tothe attention of your dealer or qualified servicetechnician as soon as possible.


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