Six Month Checks
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Mercury Milan, 2009 Lincoln MKZ, and 2009 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Check each of the following items at least every 6 months:
- Lap/shoulder belts and seat latches for wear and function
- External mounted spare tire is stowed correctly (tight to body)
- Power steering fluid level
- Washer spray, wiper operation and clean all wiper blades (install new wiper blades as necessary)
- Parking brake for correct operation
- Lubricate all hinges, latches, door check straps and outside locks
- Lubricate upper and lower sliding door tracks (if equipped)
- Clean sliding door contact switches (if equipped)
- Lubricate door rubber weatherstrips
- Clean body and door drain holes
- Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, air bag, safety belt) for correct operation
- Coolant system fluid level and correct strength
- Battery connections. Clean if necessary
- Clutch fluid level, if equipped