Vehicle maintenance plan Maintenance must be carried out at least once a year. If more than 10,000 km are driven at this time (diesel models) or more than 15,000 km (carbureted engine), then...
Resetting the service interval indicator Depending on the model and equipment, an additional alarm system is installed in the car. It monitors the functioning of the external lighting, indicates the door...
General information about maintenance This section describes all maintenance operations that must be carried out according to the maintenance plan. They are divided into separate parts of the car. Attention...
Engine and exhaust system It is necessary to carry out the following points according to the maintenance plan: Engine: oil change, visual inspection for oil leakage. Control of the coolant level...
Engine oil change The following tool is required to change the engine oil: Car pit or hydraulic repair jack with stands. Special tool for unscrewing the oil filter (oil filter pliers,...
Visual check for oil leaks If there are traces of oil on the engine and if oil consumption is high, check where the leak is coming from. Check out the following places: Open the oil filler cap and...
Checking the engine oil level The engine oil level should be checked approximately every 1000 km and topped up if necessary. For every 1000 km, the engine should not consume more than 1 liter of oil....
Checking the coolant level The coolant level should be checked at regular intervals - about every four weeks - at least before every long trip. For topping up - also in the warm season - use a...
Visual inspection of the cooling system for leaks Examine coolant hoses for porosity by bending and squeezing, replace hardened hoses. The hoses must not be too short at the fittings. Check the tightness of the hose...
Checking antifreeze The following test tool is required: A test hydrometer, which can be purchased relatively inexpensively from a spare parts store, can also be made available at a petrol...
Diesel engine: checking and adjusting valve clearances If this operation is performed incorrectly, significant engine failures are possible. Therefore, exactly follow the method of adjusting valve clearances described in...
Replacing spark plugs and checking electrical components As a special tool, you need: 16 mm spark plug wrench, which can be bought from specialist dealers. You need to buy the following spare parts: Four spark plugs. Proper...
Replacing the Air Filter Insert There is no need for special equipment. The following spare parts should be purchased: Air filter insert. When buying an insert, make sure that it matches the car model...
Fuel filter replacement There is no need for a special tool. The following spare part is required: Fuel filter for the respective engine. When buying, please indicate the model of the car and...
Checking and replacing the V-belt and toothed belt V-belt check There is no need for a special tool. Required spare parts: V-belt. Its length depends on the type of engine. Keep this in mind when buying a belt. Too...
Diesel engine: CVT filter replacement There is no need for a special tool. The following spare part is required: CVT filter for diesel engine. The CVT valve -1- is a low pressure valve that is actuated by...
Replacing the pulse air filter The pulse air filter is mounted in gasoline engines on the front side of the engine near the exhaust manifold. It refers to a pulse system, in which fresh air is metered...
Visual inspection of the exhaust system Special tools and spare parts are not needed. Raise the vehicle. Check the tightness of the installation of the fixing clamps. Inspect the release device under a lamp...
Clutch, gearbox and final drive Clutch: Check clutch adjustment. Automatic transmission: check the oil level. Manual and automatic transmissions: visual inspection for oil leakage. Vehicle with...
Visual control of transmission tightness Oil leakage is possible in the following places: The junction of the engine block and gearbox (flywheel seal / shaft seal - gearbox). Joint halves of the gearbox...
Checking the rubber cuff of the cardan shaft Raise the vehicle. Pay attention to visible traces of greasing on a cuff -1- and near it. Check the tightness of the fixing clamps -2-. Examine the cuff rubber for...
Automatic transmission: checking the oil level It is necessary to have in stock: Transmission oil for automatic transmission specification Ford ESP-M2C166-H. Examination Warm up the engine after driving about 20 km...
Clutch linkage adjustment This requires a special tool. Checking/adjustment is described in chapter " Clutch ", see point 9.3 .
Brakes, tires and wheels Brake system: Check brake fluid level and lining thickness. Brake system: Check lines, hoses, brake cylinders and connections for leaks and damage. Remove and visually...
Checking the brake fluid level The brake fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment. It has two chambers, one for each braking circuit. The screw cap of the tank is equipped with a...
Checking the thickness of the brake linings Mark with paint the position of the disc in relation to the wheel rim to set the balanced wheel back to the same position. Loosen the wheel nuts. Raise the car and...
Visual inspection of the brake lines Raise the vehicle. Clean the brake lines with a cold cleaner. Attention! The brake pipes are coated with a synthetic coating for corrosion protection. If this coating is...
Brake Fluid Replacement Required special tool: Overhead wrench for bleed screws. It is necessary to have in stock: brake fluid specification DOT4, SUPER DOT4 or FORD SAM-6C-9103-A, ESD-M6C57-A....
Tire tread depth check Tires of balanced wheels at prescribed air pressure. correct installation of wheels and good depreciation wear evenly over the entire tread surface. In the event of...
Tire pressure check Check air pressure only on cold tires. Check tire pressure once a month and also as part of maintenance. The tire pressure table is given in clause 16.1 . Additionally,...
Tire valve check Unscrew the dust cap from the tire valve. Apply a little soapy water to the valve. If a soap bubble forms, close the valve by turning the protective cap. Attention! Only...
Steering and front axle Tie Rod Ends: Check clearance and fastening and dust caps. Axial joints: check dust caps. Check up backlashes in axial hinges. Steering: Check bellows for damage and...
Checking the clearance of the axle joint Raise the car in front. Install a suitable arm so that it rests on the inner edge of the rim and on the lower wishbone. Gently press the lever upwards and check the...
Checking the tie rod bellows Pay attention to visible traces of grease (oily mud) on and near the bellows. Check the tightness of the installation of screw or clamp clamps. Examine the bellows...
Steering clearance check Set the steering wheel to the middle position. Turn the steering wheel in both directions and at the same time watch the front wheels. The steering wheel must have a...
Checking the oil level in the power steering Need to have in stock: ATF oil specification FORD ESP-M2C166-H. Examination Drive for about 15 km until the engine and steering reach normal operating temperature....
Electrical system Lighting: Check all headlights, rear lights, flashing direction indicators, adjust headlights if necessary. Check the function of all current consumers. Check the...
Checking the battery Required special tool: Acid-protective grease, such as BOSCH pole grease. Steel wire brush for cleaning poles and terminals. You must have in stock: distilled water....
Body and interior of the car Lightly coat the door latches, door locks, lock wedges, bottom and top of the lid lock with a small amount of Multi-Purpose Grease. Protective coating of the base of the...