1996 Ford Bronco Owner Manual

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General Information

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Table of Contents

General Maintenance Information ............... 3

What Maintenance Schedule Do YouFollow? ................................................................ 6

Normal Schedule............................................... 7

Severe Duty Schedule ................................... 27

Owner Maintenance Checks ........................ 54

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Maintenance Schedule andRecord

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*[BK00200( ALL)01/95] General Maintenance Information

*[BK00300( ALL)01/95] The required Scheduled Maintenance Serviceslisted in this booklet are considered essential tothe proper operation, safety and performance ofyour Ford Motor Company vehicle. Werecommend that you also perform the OwnerMaintenance Checks listed. These services arematters of day-to-day care that are alsoimportant to the proper operation of yourvehicle. The recommended lubricants, fluids andservice parts conforming to Ford Specificationsare available from your dealer.

*[BK00350( ALL)01/95] This booklet gives you a place to record theservices that are performed on your vehicle sothat you can keep a record of when parts shouldbe checked or replaced. Give your MaintenanceSchedule and Record booklet to the dealer servicemanager.


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*[BK00400( ALL)01/95] Maintenance: An investment

*[BK00500( ALL)01/95] An investment which will pay dividends in theform of improved reliability, durability, andresale value.

*[BK01300( ALL)01/95] To assure the durability of your vehicle and itsemission control systems, it is necessary thatscheduled maintenance be performed at thedesignated intervals.

*[BK01400( ALL)05/95] Ford strongly recommends the use of genuineFord replacement parts. If other than Ford orMotorcraft parts or Ford authorizedremanufactured parts are used for maintenancereplacements or for the service of componentsaffecting emission control, such non-Ford partsshould be equivalent to genuine Ford MotorCompany parts in performance and durability. Itis the owner’s responsibility to determine theequivalency of such parts. Please consult yourwarranty booklet for complete warrantyinformation.

*[BK01410( ALL)05/95] No Cost PCV Valve Replacement

*[BK01415(BEF )05/95] THE PCV VALVE IS A CRITICAL EMISSIONCOMPONENT. YOUR DEALER WILLREPLACE THE VALVE AT NO COST AT60,000 MILES/96,000 KILOMETERS (EXCEPTCANADA AND CALIFORNIA VEHICLES).


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*[BK01435( ALL)06/94] Wheel Lug Nuts

*[BK01455( ALL)06/94] Wheel lug nuts must be retightened to propertorque specifications at 500 miles/800 km ofnew vehicle operation (100 miles/160 km forvehicles equipped for snowplowing). Propertorque specifications are provided in yourOwner Guide. Also retighten to proper torquespecification at 500 miles/800 km after (1) anywheel change or (2) any other time the wheellug nuts have been loosened.

*[BK01462( ALL)01/95] PRE-DELIVERY CHECK

*[BK01464( ALL)01/95] ❑Pre-Delivery Service Inspection Completed

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What MaintenanceSchedule Do You Follow?

*[BK01701(BEF )02/95] NormalSchedule

*[BK01801(BEF )01/95] Follow the Normal Schedule for most normaleveryday driving conditions.

*[BK01901(BEF )01/95] Severe DutySchedule

*[BK02001(BEF )01/95] Follow the Severe Duty Schedule if your drivinghabits FREQUENTLY include one or more of thefollowing conditions:

*[BK02101(BEF )05/93] ❑Towing a trailer or carrying a heavy load.

*[BK02201(BEF )01/95] ❑Operating in severe dust conditions.

*[BK02301(BEF )01/95] ❑Extensive idling, such as police, taxi ordoor-to-door delivery service.

*[BK02401(B F )05/93] ❑Snowplowing

*[BK02501(B F )05/93] ❑Off-Road operation

*[BK02600(BEF )01/95] ❑Short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km)when outside temperatures remain below 0˚F(-18˚C).


Normal Schedule 7

Normal Schedule

*[BK29000(BEF )01/95] NOTE: Items for Emission Control Service areshown in this type and style.

*[BK29100(BEF )02/91] For items marked with number in parenthesessuch as (1), see footnote at end of this section.

NOTE: Rear axle lube quantities must bereplaced every 100,000 miles(160,000 km) or if the axle has beensubmerged in water. Otherwise, thelube should not be checked or changedunless a leak is suspected or repairrequired.

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Intervalsfor the Normal

Schedule

*[BK29400(BEF )01/95] 5,000 MILES (8,000 Kilometers)

*[BK29500(BEF )01/95] ❑Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

*[BK29700(BEF )05/94] ❑Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (1)(2)

*[BK29900(B F )08/94] ❑Check clutch reservoir fluid level.

*[BK30000(BEF )04/93] ❑ Inspect and lubricate automatic transmissionshift linkage.

*[BK30150(BEF )04/94] ❑Lubricate steering linkage suspension,driveshaft U-joint if equipped with greasefittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped).


8 Normal Schedule

*[BK30200(BEF )05/93] ❑ Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage orloose parts. Remove any foreign materialtrapped by exhaust system shielding.

*[BK30225(BEF )05/94] NOTE: It is normal for a certain amount ofmoisture and staining to be presentaround the muffler seams. Thepresence of soot, light surface rust ormoisture does not indicate a faultymuffler.

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*[BK31300(B )01/95] ❑ Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps;and check coolant strength every 15,000 miles(24,000 km) or 12 months.



*[BK31800(B F )04/93] ❑Lubricate transfer case shift lever pivot boltand control rod connecting pins (4x4).



Normal Schedule 9


*[BK32200(BEF )04/94] ❑ Inspect disc brake system, lubricate caliperslide rails.

*[BK32300(BEF )04/94] ❑ Inspect drum brake systems, hoses and lines.



*[BK32650(BEF )04/94] ❑Change fuel filter (Recommended but notrequired for California Certified Vehicles).

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*[BK34650(BEF )01/95] ❑ Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps;and check coolant strength every 15,000 miles(24,000 km) or 12 months.

*[BK34700(BEF )03/94] ❑Replace air cleaner filter every 30,000 miles(48,000 km) or 30 months. If operating in dustyconditions, consult your dealer and/or followsevere duty maintenance schedule.

*[BK34800(BEF )03/94] ❑Replace crankcase emission air filter. If operatingin dusty conditions consult your dealer and/orfollow severe duty maintenance schedule. (4.9L,5.0L man. trans., and 7.5L only.)

*[BK34850(BEF )01/95] ❑Change automatic transmission fluid.

*[BK34851(BEF )03/94] NOTE: Except C6 and E4OD transmissions.




*[BK36000(BEF )05/94] ❑ Inspect and lubricate front wheel bearings.

*[BK36500(BEF )04/93] ❑ Inspect parking brake system for damage andoperation.

*[BK36700(BEF )05/93] ❑Lubricate throttle kickdown or TV lever ballstuds.

*[BK36800(B F )04/93] ❑Lubricate front axle R.H. axle shaft slip yoke(4x4).

*[BK36900(B F )04/93] ❑ Inspect and lubricate spindle needle bearings(4x4).

*[BK37000(B F )04/93] ❑ Inspect and lubricate hub locks (4x4).


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*[BK40700(BEF )06/94] ❑Change engine coolant initially at 50,000 miles(80,000 km) or 48 months. Thereafter, changeengine coolant every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or36 months (Gasoline engines only).

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*[BK42300(BEF )04/95] ❑Replace spark plugs (Gasoline engines only).



*[BK42700(BEF )05/94] ❑Replace PCV valve. (3)

*[BK42900(BEF )06/94] ❑Check thermactor hoses and clamps.(Recommended, not required.)

*[BK43100(BEF )05/93] ❑ Inspect accessory drive belt condition.




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*[BK45200(B F )04/93] ❑Change transfer case oil (4x4).


*[BK45300(B F )04/93] ❑Change manual transmission oil.

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*[BK47500(BEF )05/93] ❑All rear axle lube quantities must be replacedevery 100,000 miles (160,000 km) or if theaxle has been submerged in water.Otherwise, the lube should not be checkedor changed unless a leak is suspected orrepair required.

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*[BK47925(BEF )06/94] ❑Change coolant every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or36 months.

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*[BK48400(BEF )05/93] ❑Replace spark plugs (Gasoline engines only).





*[BK48800(BEF )01/95] ❑Replace PCV valve.

*[BK49000(BEF )06/94] ❑Check thermactor hoses and clamps.(Recommended, not required.)


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26 Normal Schedule

*[BK49201(BEF )03/94] (1) Wheel lug nuts must be retightened to proper torquespecifications at 500 miles/800 km of new vehicleoperation (100 miles/160 km and 500 miles/800 km forvehicles equipped with dual rear wheels or equippedfor snowplowing). Proper torque specifications areprovided in your Owner Guide. Also retighten toproper torque specification at 500 miles/800 km after(1) any wheel change or (2) any other time the wheellug nuts have been loosened.

*[BK49425(BEF )05/94] (3) At 60,000 miles (96,000 km) your dealer will replace thePCV valve at no cost except on Canada and Californiavehicles.


Severe Duty Schedule 27

Severe Duty Schedule

*[BK49700( ALL)01/95] NOTE: Items for Emission Control Service areshown in this type and style.

*[BK49800( ALL)01/95] For items marked with a number in parenthesessuch as (1), see footnote at the end of thissection.

*[BK49900( ALL)05/93] NOTE: The Severe Duty Schedule providesmaintenance intervals for replacingyour air cleaner filter if you drive insevere dust conditions. However, theconditions you drive in may requireeven more frequent air cleanerreplacement intervals than thoseshown. Check with your dealer.

NOTE: Rear axle lube quantities must bereplaced every 99,000 miles(165,000 km) or if the axle has beensubmerged in water. Otherwise, thelube should not be checked or changedunless a leak is suspected or repairrequired.

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*[BK50100( ALL)01/95] 3,000 MILES (5,000 Kilometers)

*[BK50200( ALL)01/95] ❑Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

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*[BK50650( ALL)94/93] ❑Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (3)(5)(6)


*[BK50801( ALL)04/93] ❑ Inspect and lubricate automatic transmissionshift linkage.

*[BK50901( ALL)05/93] ❑ Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage orloose parts. Remove any foreign materialtrapped by exhaust system shielding.

*[BK50910( ALL)05/94] NOTE: It is normal for a certain amount ofmoisture and staining to be presentaround the muffler seams. Thepresence of soot, light surface rust ormoisture does not indicate a faultymuffler.

*[BK51001( ALL)08/94] ❑Lubricate steering linkage suspension,driveshaft U-joint if equipped with greasefittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped).(2)

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*[BK52550( ALL)05/95] ❑ Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps;and check coolant strength every 15,000 miles(25,000 km) or 12 months.





*[BK52801( ALL)05/93] ❑ Inspect disc brake system and lubricatecaliper slide rails. (2)

*[BK52901( ALL)04/94] ❑ Inspect drum brake systems, hoses and lines.

*[BK53001( ALL)04/94] ❑Change fuel filter (Recommended but notrequired for California Certified Vehicles).

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*[BK53801( ALL)08/94] ❑Lubricate steering linkage suspension,driveshaft U-joint if equipped with greasefittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped). (2)

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*[BK54225( ALL)01/95] ❑Change automatic transmission fluid.

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*[BK55301( ALL)05/93] ❑Lubricate throttle kickdown or TV lever ballstuds.

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*[BK55800( ALL)05/94] ❑Replace air cleaner filter every 30,000 miles(50,000 km) or 30 months. If operating in dustyconditions consult your dealer and/or follow severeduty maintenance schedule. (1)


*[BK55985( ALL)04/93] ❑Replace crankcase emission air filter. If operatingin dusty conditions consult your dealer and/orfollow severe duty maintenance schedule. (4.9L,5.0L man. trans., and 7.5L only.) (1)












*[BK57000( ALL)05/93] ❑ Inspect and lubricate front wheel bearings. (2)

*[BK57100( ALL)04/93] ❑ Inspect parking brake system for damage andoperation.





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*[BK60900( ALL)01/95] ❑Change engine coolant initially at 48,000 miles(80,000 km) or 48 months. Thereafter, changeengine coolant every 30,000 miles (50,000 km) or36 months.









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*[BK63800( ALL)04/93] ❑Replace crankcase emission air filter. If operatingin dusty conditions consult your dealer and/orfollow severe duty maintenance schedule. (1)



*[BK63900( ALL)05/94] ❑Replace PCV valve. (7)

*[BK64000( ALL)06/94] ❑Check thermactor hoses and clamps.(Recommended, not required.)

*[BK64100( ALL)05/95] ❑ Inspect accessory drive belt(s).

*[BK64125( ALL)04/95] ❑Replace spark plugs (Gasoline engines only).




















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*[BK69525( ALL)02/95] ❑Change engine coolant every 30,000 miles(50,000 km) or 36 months.







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*[BK75700( ALL)06/94] ❑Replace rear axle lube.

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*[BK77400( ALL)02/95] ❑Change engine coolant every 30,000 miles(50,000 km) or 36 months.






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*[BK80100( ALL)04/95] ❑Replace spark plugs (Gasoline engines only).


*[BK80400( ALL)05/95] ❑Replace PCV valve.

*[BK80500( ALL)06/94] ❑Check thermactor hoses and clamps.(Recommended, not required.)








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*[BK82510( ALL)05/93] (1) Extremely dusty conditions will require more frequentreplacement of your air filter. check your air filter at3,000 miles. If it is dirty replace it and then keepreplacing it at the same interval (every 3,000 miles). Ifit’s not dirty, check it again at 6,000 miles and again at9,000 miles until you determine your uniquemaintenance interval. Do not go beyond 30,000 miles asdescribed in the chart. If in doubt, see your dealer.

*[BK82520( ALL)05/93] (2) If you operate your vehicle “off road” in water that isdeeper than the hubs (1/2 wheel height) then theseitems must be serviced daily.

*[BK82530( ALL)05/93] (3) City delivery vehicles and other unique applications thatrequire constant turning may need more frequent tirerotation. You may need to develop your own tirerotation interval based on your own observations of tirewear. If in doubt, see your dealer.

*[BK82550( ALL)03/94] (5) Wheel lug nuts must be retightened to proper torquespecifications at 500 miles/800 km of new vehicleoperation (100 miles/160 km and 500 miles/800 km forvehicles equipped with dual rear wheels or equippedfor snowplowing). Proper torque specifications areprovided in your Owner Guide. Also retighten toproper torque specification at 500 miles/800 km after(1) any wheel change or (2) any other time the wheellug nuts have been loosened.

*[BK82560( ALL)05/94] (6) On dual rear wheel light trucks, rotate the front tiresside-to-side without disturbing the rear tires.

*[BK82575( ALL)05/94] (7) At 60,000 miles (96,000 km) your dealer will replace thePCV valve at no cost except on Canada and Californiavehicles.


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Owner MaintenanceChecks

*[BK82700( ALL)04/93] The following lists are vehicle checks andinspections that should be performed by theowner or qualified service technician at thefrequencies indicated to help ensure safe,dependable operation of your vehicle.

*[BK82800( ALL)01/95] Any adverse conditions should be brought to theattention of your dealer or qualified servicetechnician for service advice as soon as possible.

*[BK82900( ALL)01/95] These Owner Maintenance Checks are generallynot covered by warranties and you may becharged for labor, parts and lubricants used.

*[BK83000( ALL)01/95] When You Stop for Fuel:

*[BK83100( ALL)01/95] ❑Check the engine oil level.

❑Check coolant level in the coolant recoveryreservoir.

*[BK83200( ALL)01/95] ❑Check the windshield washer fluid level.

*[BK83300( ALL)01/95] ❑Look for low or under-inflated tires.

*[BK83400( ALL)01/95] While Operating Your Vehicle:

*[BK83500( ALL)01/95] ❑Note any changes in the sound of the exhaustor any smell of exhaust fumes in the vehicle.

*[BK83600( ALL)04/93] ❑Check for vibrations in the steering wheel.Notice any increased steering effort orlooseness in the steering wheel, or change inits straight ahead position.

*[BK83700( ALL)04/93] ❑Notice if your vehicle constantly turnsslightly or “pulls” to one side when travelingon smooth, level road.


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*[BK83800( ALL)01/95] ❑When stopping, listen and check for strangesounds, pulling to one side, increased brakepedal travel or “hard to push” brake pedal.

*[BK83900( ALL)04/93] ❑ If any slipping or changes in the operation ofyour transmission occur, check thetransmission fluid level.

*[BK84000( ALL)04/93] ❑Check automatic transmission P (Park)function.

*[BK84100( ALL)04/93] ❑Check parking brake.

*[BK84200(B F )04/93] ❑Verify proper “Brake” and “AntiLock” bulbcheck response when starting vehicle.

*[BK84400( ALL)01/95] At least monthly:

*[BK84600( ALL)01/95] ❑Check coolant level in the coolant recoveryreservoir.

*[BK84700( ALL)04/93] ❑Check the operation of all exterior lamps,including the brakelamps, turn signals andhazard warning flashers.

*[BK84800( ALL)04/93] ❑Check for fluid leaks by inspecting thesurface beneath your vehicle for oil, coolant,or other fluid drips. Clean water from the airconditioning system is normal.

*[BK84900( ALL)01/95] At least twice a year:(i.e., every Spring and Fall)

*[BK85000( ALL)04/93] ❑Check power steering fluid level.

❑Check windshield washer spray and wiperoperation. Clean wiper blades with cleancloth dampened with washer fluid.

*[BK85100(B F )04/93] ❑Check fluid level in clutch master cylinder.

*[BK85200( ALL)01/95] ❑Check radiator, heater and air-conditioninghoses for leaks or damage.

*[BK85300( ALL)04/93] ❑Check for worn tires and loose wheel lugnuts.


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*[BK85400( ALL)04/93] ❑Clean body and door drain holes.

*[BK85500( ALL)04/93] ❑Flush complete underside of vehicle.

*[BK85600( ALL)04/93] ❑ Inspect underbody components for damage.

*[BK85900( ALL)04/93] ❑Check parking brake system.

*[BK86000( ALL)01/95] ❑Check headlamp alignment.

*[BK86100(BEF )04/93] ❑Check lap-shoulder belts for wear andfunction.

*[BK86200( ALL)04/93] ❑ Inspect seatback latches for proper operation.

*[BK86300( ALL)01/95] ❑Check air pressure in spare tire.

*[BK86400( ALL)01/95] At least once a year:

*[BK86700(B F )04/93] ❑Lubricate door, hood, and tailgate hinges andchecks.

*[BK86900(B F )04/93] ❑Lubricate door, hood and tailgate hinge locksand latches.

*[BK87000( ALL)01/95] ❑Lubricate door rubber weatherstrips.

*[BK87200( ALL)04/93] ❑Clean battery and terminals, check electrolytelevel on low maintenance (auxiliary andreplacement) batteries.

*[BK87300( ALL)01/95] If any of these conditions are noted, bring themto the attention of your dealer or qualifiedservice technician as soon as possible.


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