1988 Ford Aerostar Maintenance Schedule

You want your Ford Aerostar to last as long as possible. With the right maintenance at the right time, you could hit 200,000 miles (or beyond!) in your Aerostar. So, you want to care for your car, but you’re not sure when to get certain services. There's no need to guess when it's time to get Aerostar maintenance, and no need to wait until something goes wrong. Rely on the recommended maintenance schedule that’s been created just for your 1988 Ford Aerostar!

This recommended maintenance schedule is written by the auto manufacturer, Ford themselves. Depending on driving conditions and climate in your area (as well as other contributing factors, like your personal travel habits), your car’s scheduled maintenance needs may vary; however, there’s a good chance that your vehicle’s recommended maintenance services will include tire rotations, vital fluid checks/exchanges, filter changes, brake pad replacement, and oil changes. Scheduling routine service appointments is one of the best ways to help extend your Aerostar's life, increase your vehicle safety, and prevent common 1988 Ford Aerostar problems.

Bring your 1988 Ford Aerostar to Firestone Complete Auto Care for factory-recommended maintenance services and our technicians will jump right in with a Courtesy Check. A Courtesy Check helps "set the stage" for your service and catch any small problems before they turn into big repairs. Each Courtesy Check includes a free battery test and an inspection of your Aerostar's windshield wiper blades, head and tail lights, filters, fluid levels, tires, and alignment.

Could your 1988 Ford Aerostar be ready for a new battery? Batteries generally need to be replaced every three to five years. Depending on the climate where you live and your habits while driving, your Aerostar may need a replacement battery sooner. Extremely hot or cold temperatures can take a toll on your Ford Aerostar battery, and so can frequent short drives. While you could wait until your battery fails and you hear the dreaded "click," you're better off replacing it before then! Otherwise, your battery could die unexpectedly, leaving you and your Aerostar stranded. Your Ford Aerostar won't be going anywhere without a strong battery.

Ensuring you always have a well-charged battery can help your car’s overall performance, and regularly scheduled oil changes can prevent premature wear on your 1988 Ford Aerostar engine. See Ford's recommendations for oil change intervals for your 1988 Aerostar in the chart at the top of this page. Remember, things like average outside temperature or frequency of trips could increase or decrease this interval for your specific vehicle. Talk to a Firestone Complete Auto Care technician to know when to change your oil. We'll also help you understand what type of oil to use for your 1988 Ford Aerostar.

Routine upkeep for your Ford Aerostar suspension and steering system can improve ride comfort and help you maintain control of your vehicle. Don’t let a misalignment or pulling steering wheel put you in danger. You can count on Firestone Complete Auto Care’s trained technicians to inspect this system and, if needed, perform Ford Aerostar suspension and steering services. These might include wheel alignment, power steering fluid flushes and replenishments, ball joint lubrication, wheel bearing replacement, and strut replacement. Prevent damage or premature wear and tear on your Ford Aerostar's steering system with regular maintenance.

If you skip recommended Ford Aerostar services, you could be feeling the heat on the road – literally! A malfunctioning A/C system or overheating engine can wreak havoc on your car. We can help you with all those issues. Our technicians have the knowledge and tools to repair and maintain the heating and cooling systems for your Ford Aerostar’s engine, and we can service your A/C system, too. Need a new Ford Aerostar radiator? We can take care of that. A/C smelling musty? We'll fix it. Firestone Complete Auto Care is your spot for 1988 Ford Aerostar maintenance.

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