2003 Ford Excursion Maintenance

You want your Ford Excursion to last as long as possible. With the right maintenance at the right time, your Excursion could be on the road well past the 200,000 mile mark. But how do you know what service to get and when? Instead of waiting for an issue to arise with your Excursion, you can stay ahead of problems before they even begin. Just follow your 2003 Ford Excursion maintenance schedule!

The recommended maintenance schedule is put together by Ford, your vehicle manufacturer. Driving conditions, climate variations, and other variables can affect which scheduled maintenance services you’ll need; however, recommended maintenance usually includes services like tire rotations, vital fluid checks/exchanges, filter changes, brake pad replacement, and oil changes. Keeping up with routine service appointments is a great way to keep your Excursion running for longer, keep you safer on the road, and help you avoid expensive repairs caused by 2003 Ford Excursion problems later.

Come to Firestone Complete Auto Care for manufacturer-recommended routine maintenance on your 2003 Ford Excursion 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 Excursion's windshield wiper blades, head and tail lights, filters, fluid levels, tires, and alignment.

Could your 2003 Ford Excursion be ready for a new battery? In general, car batteries only last three to five years. Depending on the climate where you live and your habits while driving, your Excursion may need a replacement battery sooner. Extremely hot or cold temperatures can take a toll on your Ford Excursion battery, and so can frequent short drives. It can be tempting to try and get as much life out of your battery as possible, but it’s smart to check it regularly and replace it before it gets too weak. Otherwise, your battery could die unexpectedly, leaving you and your Excursion stranded. Your Ford Excursion won’t even be able to start with a weak battery, much less get you where you need to go.

In addition to maintaining a strong battery, investing in regular oil changes can prevent premature wear on your 2003 Ford Excursion engine. See Ford's recommendations for oil change intervals for your 2003 Excursion in the chart at the top of this page. Keep in mind that your oil change interval could be different given your driving style and climate. Talk to a Firestone Complete Auto Care technician to know when to change your oil. We can also answer any questions you have about what type of oil to use for your 2003 Ford Excursion.

Routine upkeep for your Ford Excursion suspension and steering system can help you keep control of your vehicle at all times (plus, it can make for a smoother ride!). 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, provide Ford Excursion 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 Excursion's steering system with regular maintenance.

If you fall behind on routine Ford Excursion maintenance (or worse, don’t do it at all!), 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 Excursion engine heating and cooling systems, as well as your air conditioning. Need a new Ford Excursion radiator? We’ve got your back. Got a funny smell coming from your A/C? We’re here to fix that, too. Firestone Complete Auto Care is the place to go for 2003 Ford Excursion maintenance.

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