1986 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon Scheduled Maintenance

When it comes to your Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon, how you treat your car makes all the difference in its performance. With proactive maintenance, you could hit 200,000 miles (or beyond!) in your E-150 Econoline Club Wagon. Not an expert in what services your car needs and when? No problem. It can be overwhelming, but fortunately, there’s a resource that takes the guesswork out of routine E-150 Econoline Club Wagon maintenance. It’s as easy as following the recommended maintenance schedule that’s been written specifically for your 1986 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon!

This recommended maintenance schedule is written by the auto manufacturer, Ford themselves. Scheduled maintenance services can vary depending on driving conditions, climate, and other factors; however, recommended maintenance usually includes services like fluid exchanges, filter changes, new brake pads, oil changes, and tire rotations. Keeping up with routine service appointments is a great way to keep your E-150 Econoline Club Wagon running for longer, keep you safer on the road, and help you avoid expensive repairs caused by 1986 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon problems later.

Head to your nearest Firestone Complete Auto Care in your 1986 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon for factory-recommended routine maintenance 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 E-150 Econoline Club Wagon's windshield wiper blades, head and tail lights, filters, fluid levels, tires, and alignment.

Maybe it's time to find a new auto battery for your 1986 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon. If your current battery is more than three years old, it may be time for a replacement (batteries typically last somewhere between three and five years). Yours may need to be replaced sooner depending on your driving habits and climate. Taking short trips or exposing your car to extreme temperatures (like in the dead of winter or heat of summer) could reduce the life expectancy of your Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon battery. While you could wait until your battery fails and you hear the dreaded "click," you're better off replacing it before then! If you keep driving on a battery that can't hold a charge, you run the risk of being stranded when your battery finally gives out (and no one can predict where that might be!). Your Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon could quickly go from being a trusty ride to a source of stress in a matter of minutes.

In addition to maintaining a strong battery, investing in regular oil changes can prevent premature wear on your 1986 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon engine. Reference the chart toward the top of the page if you're not sure about the optimal oil change intervals for your 1986 E-150 Econoline Club Wagon. Don’t forget, though, that weather conditions in your area or your personal driving habits can affect this interval. Talk to a Firestone Complete Auto Care technician to know when to change your oil. Not sure what type of oil to use for your 1986 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon? We can help with that, too!

Maintaining your Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon steering and suspension system can improve ride comfort and help you maintain control of your vehicle. That's important if you plan on taking the road less traveled! Bring your car to Firestone Complete Auto Care, where our technicians can check your car’s steering components and, if necessary, provide Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon steering and suspension services including wheel alignment, strut replacement, power steering fluid changes, ball joint lubrication, and wheel bearing replacement. Prevent damage or premature wear and tear on your Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon's steering system with regular maintenance.

If you skip recommended Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon services, you might find yourself with a hot mess on your hands – quite literally. A damaged A/C system is never fun, and an overheated engine can cause significant issues (like a total car breakdown!). Don’t sweat it, though! Our technicians can take care of those issues, too. At Firestone Complete Auto Care, we have what it takes to provide top-notch service for your Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon engine heating and cooling systems, as well as your air conditioning. Is it time to replace the radiator in your Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon? We got it. A/C smelling musty? We'll fix it. Firestone Complete Auto Care is your one-stop shop for 1986 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon maintenance and repairs.

Don’t wait until something goes wrong with your car. Visit your nearest location for proactive maintenance today.