fuel Mercury Mariner 2010 Scheduled Maintenance Guide

Determine which maintenance schedule to follow
It’s important to follow the maintenance schedule that most closely mirrors your driving habits and the
conditions under which you drive. For this reason, the Scheduled Maintenance Guide is divided into two basic
maintenance schedules: the
Normal Schedule(further segmented intoTrucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVsandCars & CUVs) andSpecial Operating Conditions
Determining which maintenance schedule is right for you is easy. For the most part, do you drive your
Ford, Lincoln or Mercury vehicle under typical, everyday conditions? If so, follow theNormal Schedule Trucks,
Fullsize Vans & SUVs,orNormal Schedule Cars & CUVs.
Special Operating Conditions
However, if one or more of the Special Operating Conditions outlined below better describes how you
typically operate your vehicle, you will need to perform some maintenance services more often than the Normal
Schedule recommends.
•Towing a trailer or carrying heavy loads
•Extensive idling and/or driving at low-speeds for long distances
•Driving in dusty conditions
•Off-road operation
•Use of E85 fuel 50% of the time or greater (flex fuel vehicles only)
Important:For further details and information regarding these Special Operating Conditions see page 41.
Maximum Oil Change Interval
❑Normal Schedule: 7,500 miles or 6 months, whichever occurs first.❑Special Operating Conditions: 5,000 miles, 6 months, or 200 hours of engine operation, whichever occurs first
see appropriate schedule on page 41.
Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant
❑6 years or 105,000 miles - change Premium Gold coolant (whichever comes first)❑After initial change - change Premium Gold coolant every 3 years or 45,000 miles (see page 48)
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General Owner’s
Information

Oil & Lubricants
It is important to follow a regular maintenance schedule for changing your vehicle’s oil and lubricants.
Motorcraft Oils and Lubricants meet the stringent standards set by Ford Motor Company. Motorcraft Oils are
formulated to reduce engine friction, improve fuel economy, and protect against deposits and wear. The
American Petroleum Industry certifies them, so you know Motorcraft oil stands up to the tests of both Ford
and independent engineers.
Collision
An accident is an upsetting experience and collision repair is often complicated and confusing. Here are a
few pointers to help you better understand the collision repair process and make sure your vehicle is
properly repaired with the right parts. Properly repairing your vehicle will help maintain its value.
Your rights as a consumer
As a consumer, you are within your rights to insist on original equipment replacement parts. These genuine
parts are made by the manufacturer to meet stringent criteria for fit, finish, structural integrity,
corrosion protection and dent resistance, just like the parts that were originally on your vehicle. Insist on
genuine Ford replacement parts.
The collision shop
Many Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealerships offer collision repair services. Ask your selling dealership about
their capabilities to help with collision repair.
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30,000 miles
❑Change engine oil and replace oil filter❑Inspect automatic transmission fluid level on
vehicles if equipped with dipstick. Consult
your dealer for particular requirements.
❑Replace cabin air filter (if equipped)❑Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped)❑Replace engine air filter❑Replace fuel filter (except Escape, Mariner,
F-Series [non Super Duty],
Expedition/Navigator [short wheel base only],
E-Series)
❑Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension,
tie rod ends, driveshaft, and U-joints (lubricate if
equipped with Zerk fittings)
❑Torque the rear U-bolts (Transit Connect only)❑Inspect engine cooling system and hoses❑Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake
lines and hoses and parking brake system.
❑Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped)❑Inspect exhaust system and heat shields❑Inspect and lubricate 4x4 front axle U-joints❑Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure
tread depth
❑Inspect the wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness, or drag
❑Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
DEALERVALIDATION:
RO#: P&A C
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37,500 miles
❑Change engine oil and replace oil filter❑Inspect cabin air filter (if equipped)❑Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure
tread depth
❑Inspect the wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness, or drag
❑Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
DEALERVALIDATION:
RO#: P&A C
ODE:
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Oil & Lubricants
It is important to stick to a regular maintenance schedule for changing your vehicle’s oil and lubricants.
Motorcraft Oils and Lubricants meet the stringent standards set by Ford Motor Company. Motorcraft Oils are
formulated to reduce engine friction, improve fuel economy, and protect against deposits and wear. The
American Petroleum Industry certifies them, so you know Motorcraft oil stands up to the tests of both Ford
and independent engineers.
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Normal Schedule
Trucks, Fullsize
Vans & SUVs

52,500 miles
❑Change engine oil and replace oil filter❑Inspect cabin air filter (if equipped)❑Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure
tread depth
❑Inspect the wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness, or drag
❑Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
DEALERVALIDATION:
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60,000 miles
❑Change engine oil and replace oil filter❑Change automatic transmission fluid and filter on
all vehicles equipped with the TorqShift
transmission. Consult your dealer for your particular
requirements.
❑Replace cabin air filter (if equipped)❑Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped)❑Replace engine air filter❑Replace fuel filter (except Escape, Mariner,
F-Series [non Super Duty],
Expedition/Navigator [short wheel base only],
E-Series)
❑Replace wheel bearing grease and grease seals
on 4x2 front wheel bearings (if non-sealed
bearings)
❑Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension,
tie rod ends, driveshaft, and U-joints (lubricate if
equipped with Zerk fittings)
❑Torque the rear U-bolts (Transit Connect only)❑Inspect engine cooling system and hoses❑Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake
lines and hoses and parking brake system.
❑Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped)❑Inspect exhaust system and heat shields❑Inspect and lubricate 4x4 front axle U-joints❑Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure
tread depth
❑Inspect the wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness, or drag
❑Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
DEALERVALIDATION:
RO#: P&A C
ODE:
D
ATE:MILEAGE:
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Normal Schedule
Trucks, Fullsize
Vans & SUVs

90,000 miles
❑Change engine oil and replace oil filter❑Inspect automatic transmission fluid level on
vehicles if equipped with dipstick. Consult
your dealer for your particular requirements.
❑Replace cabin air filter (if equipped)❑Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped)❑Replace engine air filter❑Replace fuel filter (except Escape, Mariner,
F-Series [non Super Duty],
Expedition/Navigator [short wheel base only],
E-Series)
❑Replace spark plugs❑Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension,
tie rod ends, driveshaft, and U-joints (lubricate if
equipped with Zerk fittings)
❑Torque the rear U-bolts (Transit Connect only)❑Inspect engine cooling system and hoses❑Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake
lines and hoses and parking brake system.
❑Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped)❑Inspect exhaust system and heat shields❑Inspect accessory drive belts❑Inspect and lubricate 4x4 front axle U-joints❑Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure
tread depth
❑Inspect the wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness, or drag
❑Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
DEALERVALIDATION:
RO#: P&A C
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97,500 miles
❑Change engine oil and replace oil filter❑Inspect cabin air filter (if equipped)❑Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure
tread depth
❑Inspect the wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness, or drag
❑Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
DEALERVALIDATION:
RO#: P&A C
ODE:
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120,000 miles
❑Change engine oil and replace oil filter❑Replace cabin air filter (if equipped)❑Replace climate-controlled seat filters (if
equipped)
❑Replace engine air filter❑Replace fuel filter (except Escape, Mariner,
F-Series [non Super Duty],
Expedition/Navigator [short wheel base only],
E-Series)
❑Change automatic transmission fluid and filter on
all vehicles equipped with the TorqShift
transmission. Consult your dealer for your particular
requirements.
❑Replace wheel bearing grease and grease seals
on 4x2 front wheel bearings (if non-sealed
bearings)
❑Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension,
tie rod ends, driveshaft, and U-joints (lubricate if
equipped with Zerk fittings)
❑Torque the rear U-bolts Transit Connect only)❑Inspect engine cooling system and hoses❑Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake
lines and hoses and parking brake system.
❑Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped)❑Inspect exhaust system and heat shields❑Inspect accessory drive belts❑Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if
equipped with an underhood dipstick)
❑Inspect and lubricate 4x4 front axle U-joints❑Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure
tread depth
❑Inspect the wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness, or drag
❑Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
DEALERVALIDATION:
RO#: P&A C
ODE:
D
ATE:MILEAGE:
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150,000 miles
❑Change engine oil and replace oil filter❑Change Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant
(see Exceptions on page 47 and Premium Gold
Coolant Change Record on page 48)
❑Replace cabin air filter (if equipped)❑Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped)❑Replace engine air filter❑Replace fuel filter (except Escape, Mariner,
F-Series [non Super Duty],
Expedition/Navigator [short wheel base only],
E-Series)
❑Change automatic transmission fluid and filter
(filter not required on 6F35). (Except vehicles
equipped with the TorqShift transmission).
❑Change manual transmission fluid❑Change rear axle lubricant on all rear wheel
drive (RWD) vehicles (see pages 41 and
47).
❑Change transfer case fluid (4x4 only)❑Change front differential fluid (4x4 only)❑Replace wheel bearings (if non-sealed bearings)❑Replace accessory drive belt(s) if not
replaced in the last 100,000 miles (160,000 km)
❑Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tie
rod ends, driveshaft, and U-joints (lubricate if
equipped with Zerk fittings)
❑Torque the rear U-bolts (Transit Connect only)❑Inspect engine cooling system and hoses❑Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake
lines and hoses and parking brake system.
❑Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped)❑Inspect exhaust system and heat shields❑Inspect and lubricate 4x4 front axle U-joints❑Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure
tread depth
❑Inspect the wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness, or drag
❑Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
DEALERVALIDATION:
RO#: P&A C
ODE:
D
ATE:MILEAGE:
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Normal Schedule
Trucks, Fullsize
Vans & SUVs

30,000 miles
❑Change engine oil and replace oil filter❑Replace cabin air filter (if equipped)❑Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped)❑Replace engine air filter (except Focus with
PZEV engine)
❑Replace fuel filter (Crown Victoria, Grand
Marquis, Town Car and Mustang)
❑Inspect and lubricate steering linkage, ball joints,
suspension, tie rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints
(lubricate if equipped with Zerk fittings)
❑Inspect engine cooling system and hoses❑Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake
lines and hoses and parking brake system.
❑Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped)❑Inspect exhaust system and heat shields❑Inspect transmission fluid level (if equipped with
an underhood dipstick).
❑Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure
tread depth
❑Inspect the wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness, or drag
❑Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
DEALERVALIDATION:
RO#: P&A C
ODE:
D
ATE:MILEAGE:
37,500 miles
❑Change engine oil and replace oil filter❑Inspect cabin air filter (if equipped)❑Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure
tread depth
❑Inspect the wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness, or drag
❑Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
DEALERVALIDATION:
RO#: P&A C
ODE:
D
ATE:MILEAGE:
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Normal Schedule
Cars & CUVs

52,500 miles
❑Change engine oil and replace oil filter❑Inspect cabin air filter (if equipped)❑Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure
tread depth
❑Inspect the wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness, or drag
❑Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
DEALERVALIDATION:
RO#: P&A C
ODE:
D
ATE:MILEAGE:
60,000 miles
❑Change engine oil and replace oil filter❑Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped)❑Replace cabin air filter (if equipped)❑Replace engine air filter (except Focus with PZEV
engine)
❑Replace fuel filter (Crown Victoria, Grand
Marquis, Town Car and Mustang)
❑Inspect and lubricate steering linkage, ball joints,
suspension, tie rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints
(lubricate if equipped with Zerk fittings)
❑Inspect engine cooling system and hoses❑Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake
lines and hoses and parking brake system.
❑Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped)❑Inspect exhaust system and heat shields❑Inspect transmission fluid level (if equipped with
an underhood dipstick).
❑Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure
tread depth
❑Inspect the wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness, or drag
❑Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
DEALERVALIDATION:
RO#: P&A C
ODE:
D
ATE:MILEAGE:
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Normal Schedule
Cars & CUVs