Special operating conditions, Scheduled maintenance guide – FORD 2011 Focus v.2 User Manual

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SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS

If you operate your vehicle primarily in one of the more demanding
conditions listed below, you will need to have some items maintained
more frequently. If you only occasionally operate your vehicle under
these conditions, it is not necessary to perform the additional
maintenance. For specific recommendations, see your dealership service
advisor or technician.

Towing a trailer or using a camper or car-top carrier

Inspect frequently, service as

required

– Inspect and lubricate U-joints

– See axle maintenance items under

Exceptions

Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) – Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal

noise, wear, looseness or drag
– Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth

Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or

6 months

– Change engine oil and filter

– Inspect and lubricate U-joints

Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) – Change automatic transmission fluid (except 6R80

transmission)

Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) – Change manual transmission fluid

Scheduled Maintenance Guide

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