1997 Ford Mustang Maintenance Schedule

Take care of your Ford Mustang and it'll take care of you. With the right maintenance at the right time, your Mustang could be on the road well past the 200,000 mile mark. Not an expert in what services your car needs and when? No problem. There's no need to guess when it's time to get Mustang maintenance, and no need to wait until something goes wrong. Rely on the recommended maintenance schedule that’s been created just for your 1997 Ford Mustang!

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; in most cases, though, recommended maintenance will consist of services like fluid exchanges, filter changes, new brake pads, oil changes, and tire rotations. Staying on track with routine service appointments can help your Mustang perform better, decrease your risk of dangerous malfunctions on the road, and prevent common 1997 Ford Mustang problems.

Bring your 1997 Ford Mustang to Firestone Complete Auto Care for factory-recommended maintenance services and our technicians will jump right in with a Courtesy Check. The Courtesy Check helps us see what we’re working with under the hood, and allows us to alert you to any potential problems before they worsen. Each Courtesy Check includes a free battery test and an inspection of your Mustang's windshield wiper blades, head and tail lights, filters, fluid levels, tires, and alignment.

Think you could be due for a new battery in your 1997 Ford Mustang? In general, car batteries only last three to five years. Depending on the climate where you live and your habits while driving, your Mustang may need a replacement battery sooner. Short trips and extreme temperatures can shorten the overall life expectancy of your Ford Mustang battery. 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, you may find yourself (and your trusty Mustang) stuck in the middle of nowhere. Your Ford Mustang won't be going anywhere without a strong battery.

Staying on schedule for battery replacements and motor oil changes can help your 1997 Ford Mustang's engine run smoother. To learn how often Ford recommends you have the oil changed in your 1997 Mustang, check out the information table at the beginning 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 1997 Ford Mustang.

Maintaining your Ford Mustang steering and suspension system can improve ride comfort and help you maintain control of your vehicle. 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 Mustang suspension and steering services. These might include wheel alignment, power steering fluid flushes and replenishments, ball joint lubrication, wheel bearing replacement, and strut replacement. Components within your Ford Mustang's steering system require regular maintenance.

If you skip recommended Ford Mustang 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!). Our technicians have you covered there, too, with the tools and expertise to care for your entire Ford Mustang cooling, heating, and climate control system. Is your Ford Mustang radiator in need of replacement? We got it. Got a funny smell coming from your A/C? We'll fix it. Firestone Complete Auto Care is your spot for 1997 Ford Mustang maintenance.

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