Which Maintenance Schedule Should You Follow?; Owner Checks And Services - Ford 2011 Ranger Owner's Manual

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WHICH MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE SHOULD YOU FOLLOW?

Owner checks and services

Certain basic maintenance checks and inspections should be performed
by the owner or a service technician at the intervals indicated. Service
information and supporting specifications are provided in this owner's
guide.
Any adverse condition should be brought to the attention of your dealer
or qualified service technician as soon as possible for the proper service
advice. The owner maintenance service checks are generally not covered
by warranties so you may be charged for labor, parts or lubricants used.
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7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 6 months, whichever comes first
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6 years or 105,000 miles (168,000 km) - change engine coolant (whichever comes first)
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After initial change - change engine coolant every 3 years or 45,000 miles (72,000 km).
2011 Ranger (ran)
Owners Guide, 1st Printing
USA (fus)
Scheduled Maintenance Guide
Maximum oil change interval
Engine coolant change interval
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