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Multi-point inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running right, it is important to have the
systems on your vehicle checked regularly. This can help identify
potential issues and prevent major problems. Ford Motor Company
recommends the following multi-point inspection be performed at every
scheduled maintenance interval to help ensure your vehicle keeps
running great.
Check every month
❑Check function of all interior and exterior lights❑Check tires for wear and correct air pressure, including spare tire
❑Check windshield washer fluid level
❑Check engine oil level
Check every six months
❑Check lap/shoulder belts and seat latches for wear and function❑Check parking brake for proper operation
❑Check safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag, safety belt) for operation
❑Check cooling system fluid level and coolant strength
❑Check battery connections and clean if necessary
❑Check washer spray, wiper operation and clean all wiper blades (replace as necessary)
❑Check and lubricate all hinges, latches and outside locks. Inspect for correct operation
❑Check and lubricate door rubber weatherstrips. Inspect for excessive wear
❑Check and clean body and door drain holes. Inspect for clogs and obstructions
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Be sure to ask your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership service advisor
or technician about the multi-point vehicle inspection. It’s a
comprehensive way to perform a thorough inspection of your vehicle. It’s
your checklist that gives you immediate feedback on the overall
condition of your vehicle. You’ll know what’s been checked, what’s okay,
as well as those things that may require future or immediate attention.
The multi-point vehicle inspection is one more way to keep your vehicle
running great!
Multi-point inspection - Recommended at every visit
❑Check and top-up fluid levels: brake, coolant recovery reservoir, manual and automatic transmission (if equipped with an
underhood dipstick), power steering (if equipped) and window washer
❑Inspect tires for wear and check air pressure, including spare.
❑Check exhaust system for leaks, damage, loose parts and foreign material.
❑Check battery performance.
❑Check operation of horn, exterior lamps, turn signals and hazard warning lights.
❑Check radiator, coolers, heater and air conditioning hoses.
❑Inspect windshield washer spray and wiper operation.
❑Check windshield for cracks, chips and pitting.
❑Inspect for oil and fluid leaks.
❑Inspect engine air filter.
❑Inspect half shaft dust boots, if equipped.
❑Check shocks and struts and other suspension components for leaks and damage.
❑Inspect steering and linkage.
❑Inspect accessory drive belt(s).
❑Inspect clutch operation, if equipped.
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replacing bulbs .........................44
LATCH anchors .........................102
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........156
Limited-slip axle .......................163
Load limits .................................132
Loading instructions .................139
Locks
doors ..........................................55
Lubricant specifications ...........260
Lug nuts ....................................200
M
Manual transmission .................168
fluid capacities ........................260
lubricant specifications ..........260
reverse .....................................170
Mirrors .........................................51
fold away ...................................52
side view mirrors
(power) ...............................51–52
Motorcraftparts ......221, 239, 259
O
Octane rating ............................243
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................227
P
Parking brake ............................157
Parts
(see Motorcraftparts) ...........259
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor ...................69Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................185
Power door locks ........................55
Power mirrors .......................51–52
Power point .................................50
Power steering ..........................163
fluid, checking and adding ....250
fluid, refill capacity ................260
fluid, specifications .................260
Power Windows ...........................50
Preparing to drive your
vehicle ........................................164
R
Radio ......................................19, 21
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ........................................96
Relays ........................................181
Remote entry system .................55
illuminated entry ......................58
locking/unlocking doors ...........56
panic alarm ...............................56
replacing the batteries .............57
Roadside assistance ..................179
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ..........109
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ......68, 71–72, 74, 76–77
Safety Canopy .............................91
Safety defects, reporting ..........213
Safety
restraints ............. 68, 71–74, 76–77
Belt-Minder.............................78
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manual operation ....................168
Turn signal ..................................42
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................267
Vehicle loading ..........................132
camper bodies ........................149
Ventilating your vehicle ...........153
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......12Washer fluid
..............................226
Water, Driving through
.............178
Windows
power
.........................................50
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers
..........................................48
checking and adding fluid
.....226
replacing wiper blades
...........227
Wrecker towing
.........................204
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