Vehicle Maintenance Ford Scorpio 1

Car maintenance intervals
When buying a car that was in operation, it is necessary to carry out the entire range of maintenance work, regardless of mileage and period. If there is a suspicion of...

Maintenance every 10,000 km or once a year
Change engine oil and filter. Check the condition of the auxiliary drive belt and, if necessary, adjust its tension. On the OHC engine, tighten the intake manifold...

Maintenance every 40,000 km
Replace air filter. Adjust the tension of the brake band in the automatic transmission. Check ignition system and ignition timing. Replace the fuel filter on fuel...

Maintenance every 60,000 km or 2 years
Replace coolant. Change brake fluid. Replace toothed timing belt. Check and, if necessary, top up the transmission oil level. Check the rear brake drums for wear.

Checking the engine oil level
Oil level gauge The engine must be warmed up to normal operating temperature. 1. Park the vehicle on a level, level surface. 2. 3 minutes after turning off the engine,...

Changing engine oil and filter
Engine oil must be changed every 10,000 km for petrol engines and every 7,500 km for diesel engines. In case of insignificant use of the car, change the oil at least...

Locations of possible engine oil leaks and their identification
Possible engine oil leaks: porous or damaged oil filler cap gasket; connecting the crankcase ventilation hose to the cylinder head cover; cylinder head cover seal;...

Checking the level and replacing the coolant
Coolant drain plug on radiator (V6 engine) The coolant drain plug is indicated by an arrow. Vent screw on top of thermostat (OHC engine) The bleed screw is indicated by...

Checking the tightness of the cooling system
Coolant leaks can be identified by the presence of white deposits. 1. Bending and squeezing the hoses and nozzles, check them for cracks and elasticity. 2. Check the...

Spark plug
Spark plug gap Checking the spark plug gap with a template Before removing the spark plugs, remove dirt using a clean brush, vacuum cleaner or compressed air, which...

Air filter replacement
Mounting the air filter cover on an engine with a carburetor Nut of fastening of a hose of ventilation on engines DOHC Removing the air filter cover on DOHC engines...

Fuel filter replacement
Engine with fuel injection system 1. Remove the negative terminal from the battery. 2. Place wedges under the front wheels and raise the rear of the vehicle. 3. Install...

Replacing the crankcase ventilation valve
Ventilation plug on the discharge pipeline 1 - ventilation plug on the outlet pipeline; 2 and 3 - inlet and outlet fuel hoses 1. Remove air valve from oil separator. 2....

Checking fluid in the air conditioning system
The check is carried out at engine and fluid temperatures from 18°C to 24°C. 1. Remove grille. 2. Start the engine and keep it running at idle speed. 3. Turn on the air...

Checking the oil level in the gearbox
Checking the oil level in a manual transmission Periodic oil change is not provided. Type of oil used: – gearbox type N transmission oil SAE 80 Ford SQM 2 C 9008 A or...

Checking the oil level in the rear axle
Periodic oil change is not provided. Type of oil used: at temperatures above -18°C - APL GL-5 SAE 90; at temperatures below -18°C - APL GL-5 SAE 80. Unscrew the oil...

Check of a condition of a protective cover of a power shaft
Raise the rear of the car, and slowly rotating the wheel, check the condition of the protective cover of the constant velocity joints, as well as the fastening of the...

Adjusting the brake band in an automatic transmission
Adjusting the brake band in an automatic transmission 1 - adjusting bolt, 2 - locknut 1. Install the car over a viewing hole or on a stationary lift. 2. Disconnect the...

Checking the condition of the front and rear brake pads
1. Raise the vehicle and remove the front or rear wheels. 2. Check the amount of wear on the brake pads. If only one pad is badly worn, all four pads must be replaced...

Checking the level and replacing the brake fluid
Warning! Brake fluid is highly toxic and can damage painted surfaces. Attention! When changing the brake fluid, you must have at least two liters of fresh brake fluid....

Suspension condition check
Checking the front suspension 1. Raise the front of the car and secure it on stands. 2. On vehicles with power steering, check the condition of the hoses and their...

Checking the Fluid Level in the Power Steering System
Compensation tank cover with level gauge A - on a cold engine, B - on a hot engine 1. Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature by driving approximately 15 km....

Cleaning the drain for condensate from the air conditioner
Drains for removing condensation moisture formed during the operation of the air conditioner are located in the engine compartment. 1. Squeeze out of the drain pipes of...

Engine Oil Recommendations
Oil viscosity Viscosity characterizes the fluidity of an oil. Depending on the temperature, the oil tends to decrease in fluidity. As the temperature increases, the oil...

Filling tanks and operating fluids
Liquid Quantity, dm 3 Type Replacement frequency Fuel 70 Engine oil: – OHC engine: Multigrade engine oil according to specification SAE10W40/50 or 15W40/5010W30 or...

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