Routine maintenance and servicing

This Chapter is designed to help the home mechanic maintain his/her vehicle for safety, economy, long life and peak performance.

The Chapter contains a master maintenance schedule, followed by Sections dealing specifically with each task on the schedule. Visual checks, adjustments, component renewal and other helpful items are included. Refer to the accompanying illustrations of the engine compartment and the underside of the vehicle for the locations of the various components.

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Engine/manual gearbox assembly - removal and separation
Note: Refer to the warning at the beginning of Section 5 before proceeding. A suitable hoist and lifting tackle will be required for this operation. Removal 1 Proceed as described in paragraphs 1 ...

Interior mirror - removal and refitting
Removal 1 The interior mirror is bonded to the windscreen glass. If it must be removed, grip the mirror firmly and push it forward to break the adhesive bond. 2 When refitting the mirror, the fol ...

Engine - removal leaving manual gearbox in vehicle
Note: The air conditioning system should always be discharged by a Ford dealer or air conditioning specialist. Note: Refer to the warning in Section 8 before proceeding. A suitable hoist and lifti ...