1997 Mercury Villager maintenance

30 Owner Maintenance Checks
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[BK26700(ALL)06/95]
q
Check windshield washer spray and wiper
operation. Clean wiper blades with clean
cloth dampened with washer fluid.
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[BK26800(ALL)04/93]
q
Clean body and door drain holes.
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[BK26900(ALL)04/93]
q
Flush complete underside of vehicle.
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[BK27000(ALL)04/93]
q
Inspect underbody components for damage.
[BK27100(ALL)05/93]
q
Check exhaust system for leaks, damaged or
loose parts and remove any foreign material
trapped by shielding.
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[BK27200(ALL)09/95]
NOTE: It is normal for a certain amount of
moisture and staining to be present
around the muffler seams. The
presence of soot, light surface rust or
moisture does not indicate a faulty
muffler.
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[BK27300(ALL)04/93]
q
Check parking brake system.
[BK27400(ALL)05/93]
q
Check that the brake does not pull the vehicle
to one side when applied. See that brake
pedal operates smoothly and has the proper
distance under it when depressed fully.
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[BK27500(ALL)01/95]
q
Check headlamp alignment.
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[BK27600(ALL)06/95]
q
Check lap and shoulder belts for wear and
function.
[BK27700(ALL)05/93]
q
Inspect seatback latches for proper operation.
Make sure that the seat latches securely in
every reclining position. Check that head
restraints move up and down smoothly and
lock in each position. Check seat leg latches
on removable seats to see that they lock
securely in every anchor position.
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[BK27800(ALL)01/95]
q
Check air pressure in spare tire.
File:18vxbkn.ex
Update:Thu May 30 10:03:02 1996

Owner Maintenance Checks 31
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[BK27900(ALL)09/93]
At Least Once a Year:
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[BK28000(ALL)04/93]
q
Lubricate door hinges and checks, and hood
hinges.
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[BK28100(ALL)04/93]
q
Lubricate door and hood locks and latches.
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[BK28200(ALL)01/95]
q
Lubricate door rubber weatherstrips.
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[BK28300(ALL)05/93]
q
Inspect and lubricate automatic transaxle
linkage and controls.
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[BK28400(ALL)04/93]
q
Clean battery and terminals, check electrolyte
level on low maintenance (auxiliary and
replacement) batteries.
File:18vxbkn.ex
Update:Thu May 30 10:03:02 1996