parking brake Mercury Villager 1997 Scheduled Maintenance Guide

Owner Maintenance Checks 29
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[BK25200(ALL)05/93]
q
When stopping, listen and check for strange
sounds, pulling to one side, increased brake
pedal travel or ªhard-to-pushº brake pedal.
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[BK25300(ALL)05/93]
q
If any slipping or changes in the operation of
your transaxle occurs, check the transaxle
fluid level.
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[BK25400(ALL)08/95]
q
Check automatic transaxle P (Park) function.
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[BK25500(ALL)04/93]
q
Check parking brake.
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[BK25600(ALL)09/93]
At Least Monthly:
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[BK25800(ALL)06/95]
q
Check coolant level in the coolant recovery
reservoir.
[BK25900(ALL)05/93]
q
Check operation of lamps, horn, turn signals,
windshield wipers and washers, and hazard
warning flashers.
[BK26000(ALL)05/93]
q
Check windshield defroster to be sure that air
comes out of the defroster outlets properly
and that enough air is discharged when also
running the heater or air conditioner.
[BK26100(ALL)05/93]
q
Check warning lights and chimes to be sure
they are operating properly.
[BK26200(ALL)05/93]
q
Check for fluid leaks by inspecting the
surface beneath your vehicle for oil, coolant,
or other fluid drips. Clean water dripping
from the air conditioning system is normal.
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[BK26300(ALL)01/95]
At least twice a year:
(i.e., every Spring and Fall)
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[BK26400(ALL)06/95]
q
Check power steering fluid level.
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[BK26500(ALL)05/93]
q
Check radiator, heater and air conditioning
hoses for leaks or damage.
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[BK26600(ALL)06/95]
q
Check for worn tires and loose wheel lug
nuts.
File:18vxbkn.ex
Update:Thu May 30 10:03:02 1996

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