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Maintenance<br />
GENERAL INFORMATION<br />
Have your vehicle serviced regularly<br />
to help maintain its roadworthiness<br />
and resale value. There is a large<br />
network of Ford Authorised Repairers<br />
that are there to help you with their<br />
professional servicing expertise. We<br />
believe that their specially trained<br />
technicians are best qualified to<br />
service your vehicle properly and<br />
expertly. They are supported by a<br />
wide range of highly specialised tools<br />
developed specifically for servicing<br />
your vehicle.<br />
In addition to regular servicing, we<br />
recommend that you carry out the<br />
following additional checks.<br />
WARNINGS<br />
Switch the ignition off before<br />
touching or attempting<br />
adjustment of any kind.<br />
Do not touch the electronic<br />
ignition system parts after you<br />
have switched the ignition on or<br />
when the engine is running. The<br />
system operates at high voltage.<br />
Keep your hands and clothing<br />
clear of the engine cooling fan.<br />
Under certain conditions, the fan may<br />
continue to run for several minutes<br />
after you have switched the engine<br />
off.<br />
Check when refuelling<br />
• Engine oil level. See Engine oil<br />
check (page 116).<br />
• Brake fluid level. See Brake and<br />
clutch fluid check (page 118).<br />
• Washer fluid level. See Washer<br />
fluid check (page 119).<br />
• Tyre pressures (when cold). See<br />
Wheels and tyres (page 127).<br />
• Tyre condition. See Wheels and<br />
tyres (page 127).<br />
Monthly checks<br />
• Engine coolant level (engine cold).<br />
See Engine coolant check<br />
(page 117).<br />
• Pipes, hoses and reservoirs for<br />
leaks.<br />
• Power steering fluid level. See<br />
Power steering fluid check<br />
(page 118).<br />
• Air conditioning operation.<br />
• Parking brake operation.<br />
• Horn operation.<br />
• Tightness of wheel nuts. See<br />
Wheels and tyres (page 127).<br />
Daily checks<br />
• Exterior lamps.<br />
• Interior lamps.<br />
• Warning lamps and indicators.<br />
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