2008 Mercury Mountaineer Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing
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system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation. Copyright © 2007 Ford Motor Company Scheduled Maintenance 1 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 2
need to be properly maintained to help ensure they operate at the highest level. Additional Information Available on the Web For lots of helpful tips and information on operating, maintaining, and servicing your Ford, Lincoln, or Mercury vehicle, visit www.genuineservice.com. You'll also find the - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 3
, Milan, MKX, MKZ, Mustang, Sable, Taurus, Taurus X, and Town Car Special Operating Conditions & Exceptions Special Operating Conditions ...42 Exceptions ...47 Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant Change Record ...48 Scheduled Maintenance 3 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 4
automotive service provider you choose, it is your responsibility to see that all scheduled maintenance is performed and that the materials used meet Ford Engineering specifications. Failure to perform scheduled maintenance specified in this guide will invalidate warranty coverage on parts affected - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 5
below better describes how you typically operate your vehicle, you will need to perform some maintenance services more often than the Normal Schedule calls for. Towing a trailer or carrying heavy loads Extensive idling and/or driving at low-speeds for long distances Driving in dusty conditions - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 6
, you will find further information under Exceptions on page 47. • Engine oil and Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant - time and mileage based interval If you're unsure which maintenance schedule to follow, ask your Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealership, or visit the Maintenance area of www - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 7
services. With factory-trained technicians and one-stop service for everything from routine maintenance like oil changes and tire rotations to your most complex needs, Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealerships offer outstanding value. Scheduled Maintenance 7 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 8
be performed at the designated time intervals. See your "Owner's Guide" for more information. Check every month for all vehicles Check Check Check Check function of all interior and exterior lights. tires for wear and proper air pressure, including spare. engine oil fluid level. windshield - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 9
Service Engine Soon Light All Wheel Drive/Four-Wheel Drive Automatic Transmission Engine Cooling/Cabin Heating Suspension/Steering Charge/Start/Battery Wheel Alignment Brakes And when your vehicle needs replacement parts, insist that only parts meeting Ford Motor Company's specifications are used - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 10
or wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. Additionally the use of non-recommended tires and wheels could cause steering, suspension, axle or - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 11
, all Ford Original Equipment replacement brake pads, shoes, rotors, and drums are vehicle tested for durability and noise suppression. The right brake parts and installation are essential to proper brake system operation. Scheduled Maintenance 11 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 12
. 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. 12 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 13
for cracks, chips and pitting. Inspect for oil and fluid leaks. Inspect engine air filter. Inspect half shaft dust boots, if equipped. Check shocks and struts and other suspension components for leaks and damage. Inspect steering and linkage. Inspect accessory drive belt(s). Inspect clutch - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 14
Be sure to ask your Ford or Lincoln Mercury Dealership Service Advisor or Technician about the multi-point vehicle inspection. It's a comprehensive way to perform a thorough inspection of to keep your vehicle running great! 14 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 15
with dual rear wheels should only rotate if unusual wear is noted) Inspect wheels for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 15,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) ❑ Inspect steering linkage, suspension - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 16
❑ Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure ❑ tread depth (vehicles with dual rear wheels should only rotate if unusual wear is noted) Inspect wheels for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 30,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Vehicles - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 17
SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 37,500 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) ❑ Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure ❑ tread depth (vehicles with dual rear wheels should only rotate if unusual wear is noted) Inspect wheels - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 18
up to 100 months with unlimited mileage. Should your battery need to be replaced, consider any one of the batteries that bear the Motorcraft name. 45,000 miles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 19
SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 52,500 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) ❑ Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure ❑ tread depth (vehicles with dual rear wheels should only rotate if unusual wear is noted) Inspect wheels - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 20
4x4 front axle U-joints Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth (vehicles with dual rear wheels should only rotate if unusual wear is noted) Inspect wheels for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 20 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 21
your brake system operates as it should. 67,500 miles Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) ❑ Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure ❑ tread depth (vehicles with dual rear wheels should - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 22
and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 82,500 miles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth (vehicles with dual rear wheels should only rotate if unusual wear is - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 23
RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs 97,500 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) ❑ Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure ❑ tread depth (vehicles with dual rear wheels should only rotate if - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 24
engine oil and replace oil filter Change manual transmission fluid (except Escape) Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace PCV valve on all light trucks under 6,000 lbs. Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) (except 3V engines) Change rear axle fluid only on vehicles equipped with DANA axles which use - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 25
Change engine oil and replace oil filter Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter Replace PCV valve on all light trucks over 6,000 lbs. Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) (except 3V engines) Change - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 26
with dual rear wheels should only rotate if unusual wear is noted) Inspect wheels for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 135,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) ❑ Inspect steering linkage, suspension - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 27
SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 142,500 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) ❑ Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure ❑ tread depth (vehicles with dual rear wheels should only rotate if unusual wear is noted) Inspect wheels - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 28
4x4 front axle U-joints Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth (vehicles with dual rear wheels should only rotate if unusual wear is noted) Inspect wheels for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 28 - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 29
SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS Brakes Technicians at your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer can install the right brake parts for your vehicle. Ford Original Equipment and Motorcraft replacement brake pads, shoes, rotors, and drums meet the stringent standards of Ford Motor Company engineers. In - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 30
wheels for end play and noise RO#: DATE: DEALER VALIDATION: tread depth P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 15,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) ❑ Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if ❑ Inspect engine cooling system and hoses ❑ Inspect brake - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 31
oil filter ❑ Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) ❑ Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure ❑ Inspect wheels for end play and noise RO#: DATE: DEALER VALIDATION: tread depth P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 30,000 miles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Replace cabin air filter - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 32
wheels for end play and noise RO#: DATE: DEALER VALIDATION: tread depth P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 45,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) ❑ Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if ❑ Inspect engine cooling system and hoses ❑ Inspect brake - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 33
name. 52,500 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) ❑ Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure ❑ Inspect wheels for end play and noise RO#: DATE: DEALER VALIDATION: tread depth P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Normal Schedule Cars & CUVs - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 34
fluid level (if equipped with an underhood dipstick). Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth Inspect wheels for end play and noise RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 67,500 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Perform - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 35
and hoses and parking brake system. equipped, driveshaft and U-joints DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) ❑ Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure ❑ Inspect wheels for end play and - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 36
fluid level (if equipped with an underhood dipstick). Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth Inspect wheels for end play and noise RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 97,500 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Perform - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 37
end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 112,500 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) ❑ Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure ❑ Inspect wheels for end play and noise RO#: DATE: DEALER VALIDATION - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 38
fluid level (if equipped with an underhood dipstick). Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth Inspect wheels for end play and noise RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 38 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 39
engineers. 127,500 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) ❑ Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure ❑ Inspect wheels for end play and noise RO#: DATE: DEALER VALIDATION: tread depth Normal Schedule Cars & CUVs P&A CODE: MILEAGE - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 40
and hoses and parking brake system. equipped, driveshaft and U-joints DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) ❑ Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure ❑ Inspect wheels for end play and - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 41
brake system. Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth Inspect wheels for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Normal - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 42
Dealership Service Advisor or Technician. Towing a trailer or using a camper or car-top carrier Every 5,000 miles Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Every 5,000 miles or 6 months Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 43
inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Lubricate control arm and steering ball joints (if equipped with zerk fittings) Every 5,000 miles or 6 months Inspect and lubricate U-joints Every 5,000 miles, 6 months or Change engine oil and replace oil filter - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 44
miles Change rear axle lubricant (E-450 and F-450/550 only) Every 60,000 miles Change transfer case fluid As required Replace engine air filter Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Off-road operation Every 5,000 miles or 6 months Change engine oil and replace oil filter Rotate tires, inspect tires - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 45
Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Every 3,000 miles Fill fuel tank with a full tank of regular unleaded fuel Every 5,000 miles or 6 months Change engine oil and replace oil filter Special Operating Conditions & Exceptions Scheduled Maintenance 45 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 46
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gear lubricant meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part number F1TZ-19580-B or equivalent. Add friction modifier C8AZ-19B546-A (EST-M2C118-A) or equivalent for complete refill of Traction-Lok rear axles (see Owner's Guide for quantity). The axle lubricant should be changed anytime an axle - 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing - Page 48
here => Add 45,000 miles to the current miles + 45,000 Next change due at this mileage => Or Today's date goes here => Add 3 years + 00 / 00 / 03 Date of next change => whichever comes first Dealer Stamp P & A CODE R.O.# 48 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus)
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