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    Ford Fairmont 1997 Problems

    Are you having problems with your 1997 Ford Fairmont? Let our team of motoring experts keep you up to date with all of the latest 1997 Ford Fairmont issues & faults. We have gathered all of the most frequently asked questions and problems relating to the 1997 Ford Fairmont in one spot to help you decide if it's a smart buy.

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    Ford Fairmont 1997: What oil should I use?
    Answered by Graham Smith · 10 January 2019

    It has to be an automatic transmission fluid. Your local auto parts and accessories shop would be able to offer you a choice of suitable fluids, but one you could use is Castrol Transmax TQ 95.

    Weird sound when I crank the engine
    Answered by Graham Smith · 6 November 2017

    It won’t be the distributor or the spark plugs. If it happens when you turn the key to the start position to crank the engine it could be the starter solenoid.

    Changing gearbox on a Fairmont
    Answered by Carsguide.com.au · 9 December 2010

    Carmakers claim that you don't need to change the fluid or service the auto trans for "life", but what "life" means is anybody's guess.  Auto trans service specialists strongly suggest that the fluid be changed as often as every 20,000 km, much as it used to be. It's more critical if you are towing regularly, but 40,000 km on a car that is being driven normally would be a good guide to when you should consider having the fluid changed.

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