to the new Model T owner.
It appears that service intervals have been extended for modern cars.
...an excerpt from the Ford Owner's manual.
Link
In driving a new car the following points of care are of particular
importance: Do not drive over 20 miles per hour for the first 500 miles.
Change the oil in the crankcase at the end of the first 400 miles and
every 750 miles thereafter, except during cold weather, when it is
advisable to change oil every 500 miles.
Keep car well oiled and greased throughout.
Have adjustments made as soon as possible after need for them
is noticed.
Drain and refill radiator frequently, especially while your car is
new. ·Have the battery inspected every two weeks and fresh distilled
water added. Keep all boltl! and nuts properly tightened.
We invite you to take advantage of our thirty-day free inspection
and adjustment service, and suggest that you drive your car into our
service station every ten days during this period. This will insure your
receiving maximum service from your car at the minimum of expense.
The knowledge and skill of our mechanics is at your service at
all times, and we want you to always consider our service department
the proper home for your Ford car.
It appears that service intervals have been extended for modern cars.
...an excerpt from the Ford Owner's manual.
Link
In driving a new car the following points of care are of particular
importance: Do not drive over 20 miles per hour for the first 500 miles.
Change the oil in the crankcase at the end of the first 400 miles and
every 750 miles thereafter, except during cold weather, when it is
advisable to change oil every 500 miles.
Keep car well oiled and greased throughout.
Have adjustments made as soon as possible after need for them
is noticed.
Drain and refill radiator frequently, especially while your car is
new. ·Have the battery inspected every two weeks and fresh distilled
water added. Keep all boltl! and nuts properly tightened.
We invite you to take advantage of our thirty-day free inspection
and adjustment service, and suggest that you drive your car into our
service station every ten days during this period. This will insure your
receiving maximum service from your car at the minimum of expense.
The knowledge and skill of our mechanics is at your service at
all times, and we want you to always consider our service department
the proper home for your Ford car.