Maintenance and Service Guide

It is recommended that the following basic maintenance checks and inspections be performed at the
designated time intervals. See owner’s guide for more information.
Check Every Month for All Vehicles:
❑ Check function of all interior and exterior lights.
❑ Check tires for wear and proper air pressure.
❑ Check air pressure in spare tire.
❑ Check engine oil fluid level.
❑ Check windshield washer solvent fluid level.
Check Every Six Months for All Vehicles:
❑ Check lap/shoulder belts and seat latches for wear and function.
❑ Check that externally mounted spare tire is tight (see Owner’s Guide).
❑ Check power steering fluid level.
❑ Check washer spray, wiper operation, and clean all wiper blades (replace blades as necessary).
❑ Check parking brake for proper operation.
❑ Check and lubricate all hinges, latches, door check straps (see dealer) and outside locks.
❑ Check and lubricate upper and lower sliding door tracks, if equipped.
❑ Check and clean sliding door contact switches, if equipped.
❑ Check and lubricate door rubber weatherstrips.
❑ Check and clean body and door drain holes.
❑ Check safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, air bag, safety belt) for operation.
❑ Check cooling system fluid level and coolant strength.
❑ Check battery connections and clean if necessary.
❑ Check clutch fluid level, if equipped.
Check at 5,000 Miles:
❑ Adjust clutch by lifting pedal.
(manual transmission Mustang only – see Owner’s Guide)
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