1997 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon Scheduled Maintenance

You want your Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon to last as long as possible. With the right maintenance at the right time, your E-150 Econoline Club Wagon has a good chance of hitting 200,000 miles or more. 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 E-150 Econoline Club Wagon maintenance, and no need to wait until something goes wrong. It’s as easy as following the recommended maintenance schedule that’s been written specifically for your 1997 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon!

This recommended maintenance schedule is written by the auto manufacturer, Ford themselves. Driving conditions, climate variations, and other variables can affect which scheduled maintenance services you’ll need; however, recommended maintenance usually includes services like oil changes, tire rotations, brake pad replacement, filter changes, and fluid checks and exchanges. Keeping up with routine service appointments is a great way to keep your E-150 Econoline Club Wagon running for longer, increase your vehicle safety, and prevent common 1997 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon problems.

Head to your nearest Firestone Complete Auto Care in your 1997 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon for factory-recommended routine maintenance and an expert technician will begin by performing a Courtesy Check. This Courtesy Check can establish a baseline of what may need to be addressed during your service appointment. Every Courtesy Check will include a visual inspection of your E-150 Econoline Club Wagon. We’ll check your head and tail lights, fluid levels, filters, tires (and their alignment!), and windshield wiper blades. We’ll also perform a free battery check to determine your battery’s charge level.

Maybe it's time to find a new auto battery for your 1997 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon. Batteries generally need to be replaced every three to five years. Yours may need to be replaced sooner depending on your driving habits and climate. Short trips and extreme temperatures can shorten the overall 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! Otherwise, you may find yourself (and your trusty E-150 Econoline Club Wagon) stuck in the middle of nowhere. 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 support your engine’s overall performance and keep your 1997 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon running newer, longer. To learn how often Ford recommends you have the oil changed in your 1997 E-150 Econoline Club Wagon, check out the information table at the beginning of this page. 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. We'll also help you understand what type of oil to use for your 1997 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon.

Periodic service to the steering system in your Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon can help you keep control of your vehicle at all times (plus, it can make for a smoother ride!). When it comes to steering and suspension, you want to catch small problems before they turn into big (and expensive) ones. Bring your car to Firestone Complete Auto Care, where our technicians can check your car’s steering components and, if necessary, perform Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon suspension and steering services. These might include wheel alignment, power steering fluid flushes and replenishments, ball joint lubrication, wheel bearing replacement, and strut replacement. To keep your car running at its best, it’s essential to have regular maintenance services on your Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon's steering and suspension system.

If you skip recommended Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon 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. 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. Got a funny smell coming from your A/C? We’re on it. Firestone Complete Auto Care is your one-stop shop for 1997 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.