1998 Ford Windstar Maintenance Schedule

When it comes to your Ford Windstar, how you treat your car makes all the difference in its performance. With proactive maintenance, your Windstar has a good chance of hitting 200,000 miles or more. Not an expert in what services your car needs and when? No problem. Instead of waiting for an issue to arise with your Windstar, you can stay ahead of problems before they even begin. Just follow your 1998 Ford Windstar 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. Staying on track with routine service appointments can help your Windstar perform better, decrease your risk of dangerous malfunctions on the road, and help you avoid expensive repairs caused by 1998 Ford Windstar problems later.

Come to Firestone Complete Auto Care for manufacturer-recommended routine maintenance on your 1998 Ford Windstar and a skilled technician will start the appointment 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. Every Courtesy Check will include a visual inspection of your Windstar. 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.

Could your 1998 Ford Windstar 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 Windstar may need a replacement battery sooner. Short trips and extreme temperatures can shorten the overall life expectancy of your Ford Windstar 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. 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 Windstar 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 1998 Ford Windstar engine. Reference the chart toward the top of the page if you're not sure about the optimal oil change intervals for your 1998 Windstar. 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 1998 Ford Windstar.

Periodic service to the steering system in your Ford Windstar 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. You can count on Firestone Complete Auto Care’s trained technicians to inspect this system and, if needed, provide Ford Windstar steering and suspension services including wheel alignment, strut replacement, power steering fluid changes, ball joint lubrication, and wheel bearing replacement. To keep your car running at its best, it’s essential to have regular maintenance services on your Ford Windstar's steering and suspension system.

Without routine Ford Windstar maintenance, you (and your engine) could quickly lose your cool when there's a problem on the road–especially if that problem is an overheated engine or broken A/C. 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 Windstar engine heating and cooling systems, as well as your air conditioning. Is your Ford Windstar radiator in need of replacement? We can take care of that. A/C smelling musty? We'll fix it. Firestone Complete Auto Care is the place to go for 1998 Ford Windstar maintenance.

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