1998 Ford Ranger Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing - Page 19
1998 Ford Ranger Manual
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Severe duty schedule your unique maintenance interval. Do not go beyond 50,000 km (30,000 miles) as described in the chart. If in doubt, see your dealer. (2) If you operate your vehicle "off-road" in water that is deeper than the hubs (1/2 wheel height) than these items must be serviced daily. (3) City delivery vehicles and other unique applications that require constant turning may need more frequent tire rotation. You may need to develop your own tire rotation interval based on your own observations of tire wear. If in doubt, see your dealer. (4) Wheel lug nuts must be retightened to proper torque specifications at 800 km (500 miles) of new vehicle operation. See your dealer for proper torque specifications. Also retighten to proper torque specifications at 800 km (500 miles) after (A) any wheel change or (B) any other time the wheel lug nuts have been loosened. (5) At 96,000 km (60,000 miles) your dealer will replace the PCV valve at no cost except on Canadian and California vehicles. 5,000 KILOMETERS (3,000 MILES) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 10,000 KILOMETERS (6,000 MILES) u u u u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. Rotate tires and adjust air pressure (3)(4). Check clutch reservoir fluid level. Lubricate driveshaft u-joint if equipped with grease fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped) (2). u Lubricate rear driveshaft double cardan joint centering ball (SWB 4x4)(2). u Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or loose parts. Remove any foreign material trapped by exhaust system shielding. 19