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Table of Contents Introductory Information ...1 Safety Restraints ...9 Starting Your Probe ...37 Warning Lights and Gauges ...51 Instrument Panel Controls ...63 Steering Column Controls ...77 Features ...95 Electronic Sound Systems ...121 Driving Your Probe ...147 Roadside Emergencies ...169 Customer Assistance ...185 Accessories ...197 Servicing Your Probe ...203 Quick Index ...281 Index ...291 Service Station Information ...308
Table of Contents Introductory Information ...1 Safety Restraints ...9 Starting Your Probe ...37 Warning Lights and Gauges ...51 Instrument Panel Controls ...63 Steering Column Controls ...77 Features ...95 Electronic Sound Systems ...121 Driving Your Probe ...147 Roadside Emergencies ...169 Customer Assistance ...185 Accessories ...197 Servicing Your Probe ...203 Quick Index ...281 Index ...291 Service Station Information ...308
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... or sudden stop. Install the child safety seat in which the child safety seat will be installed). Other manufacturers offer the tether strap as an accessory. Refer to automatic locking mode. Front Seats To install a tether from the lap/shoulder belt. Attaching Safety Seats With Tether Straps Some manufacturers make safety...
... or sudden stop. Install the child safety seat in which the child safety seat will be installed). Other manufacturers offer the tether strap as an accessory. Refer to automatic locking mode. Front Seats To install a tether from the lap/shoulder belt. Attaching Safety Seats With Tether Straps Some manufacturers make safety...
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Starting Your Probe Ignition Understanding the Positions of your vehicle's electrical accessories to operate while the engine is not running. 37 If your key is the only position that allows you have a manual transaxle, push the key ... the key if you to protect your steering wheel left or right until the key turns freely. LOCK is stuck in P (Park) (automatic transaxle). ACC (Accessory) allows some of the Ignition Ignition lock cylinder LOCK locks the steering wheel. The LOCK feature helps to remove the key. It also locks the...
Starting Your Probe Ignition Understanding the Positions of your vehicle's electrical accessories to operate while the engine is not running. 37 If your key is the only position that allows you have a manual transaxle, push the key ... the key if you to protect your steering wheel left or right until the key turns freely. LOCK is stuck in P (Park) (automatic transaxle). ACC (Accessory) allows some of the Ignition Ignition lock cylinder LOCK locks the steering wheel. The LOCK feature helps to remove the key. It also locks the...
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Only use the accelerator while you start your vehicle, do the following: 1. Never sit in a closed garage or other accessories are toxic. Make sure you and all the way to the floor.) 2. 3. 42 Starting Your Vehicle Preparing to Start Your Vehicle RWARNING Do not start ...
Only use the accelerator while you start your vehicle, do the following: 1. Never sit in a closed garage or other accessories are toxic. Make sure you and all the way to the floor.) 2. 3. 42 Starting Your Vehicle Preparing to Start Your Vehicle RWARNING Do not start ...
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...the road as soon as safely possible. When you start your ignition key to the NORMAL range if you are not operating any electrical accessories. (If electrical accessories are operating, have in the NORMAL range (indicating normal engine oil pressure). If the pointer moves into the red area when no electrical... accessories are operating and the engine is not running, the pointer may vary slightly while the vehicle is the result of oil pressure. Pull ...
...the road as soon as safely possible. When you start your ignition key to the NORMAL range if you are not operating any electrical accessories. (If electrical accessories are operating, have in the NORMAL range (indicating normal engine oil pressure). If the pointer moves into the red area when no electrical... accessories are operating and the engine is not running, the pointer may vary slightly while the vehicle is the result of oil pressure. Pull ...
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... opening is loaded, the unit automatically enters the play mode and the play , press the "PLAY/STOP" button once again. How to the ON or ACCESSORY position, the CD player will resume playing in the mode it was in when ignition was turned off the player and "TOO HOT" will scroll...
... opening is loaded, the unit automatically enters the play mode and the play , press the "PLAY/STOP" button once again. How to the ON or ACCESSORY position, the CD player will resume playing in the mode it was in when ignition was turned off the player and "TOO HOT" will scroll...
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Remove the negative (-) end of the jumper cable from the discharged battery. After the vehicle is started, let it around for a while with all electrical accessories turned off the ignition, set the parking brake, and turn off to a safe place on the hazard flashers. 173 Always remove the jumper cables in ...
Remove the negative (-) end of the jumper cable from the discharged battery. After the vehicle is started, let it around for a while with all electrical accessories turned off the ignition, set the parking brake, and turn off to a safe place on the hazard flashers. 173 Always remove the jumper cables in ...
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... protect its finishes. See your local authorized dealer. They are warranted for complete warranty information and accessory availability. 197 Accessories Ford Accessories for Your Vehicle Ford has many fine products available from high quality materials and meets or exceeds Ford's rigid engineering and safety specifications. For best results, use the following, or products of equivalent quality...
... protect its finishes. See your local authorized dealer. They are warranted for complete warranty information and accessory availability. 197 Accessories Ford Accessories for Your Vehicle Ford has many fine products available from high quality materials and meets or exceeds Ford's rigid engineering and safety specifications. For best results, use the following, or products of equivalent quality...
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Comfort and Convenience Protection and Appearance NOTE: When adding accessories, equipment, passengers, and luggage to your dealer for specific weight information. 198 Consult your vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of the front or rear axle (GVWR, GAWR as shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label).
Comfort and Convenience Protection and Appearance NOTE: When adding accessories, equipment, passengers, and luggage to your dealer for specific weight information. 198 Consult your vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of the front or rear axle (GVWR, GAWR as shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label).
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Engine Oil Recommendations We recommend using Motorcraft oil or an equivalent oil meeting Ford Specification ESE-M2C153-E and displaying the American Petroleum Institute CERTIFICATION MARK on the brake u Sudden stops u Extended engine idling u Using speed control in hilly terrain u ...: u Lack of regular, scheduled maintenance u Rapid acceleration and excessive speed u Driving with your foot on the front of the A/C, defroster, rear window defroster and other accessories u Underinflated tires u Heavy loads u Aftermarket add-ons such as bike, ski or luggage racks, bug deflectors, etc.
Engine Oil Recommendations We recommend using Motorcraft oil or an equivalent oil meeting Ford Specification ESE-M2C153-E and displaying the American Petroleum Institute CERTIFICATION MARK on the brake u Sudden stops u Extended engine idling u Using speed control in hilly terrain u ...: u Lack of regular, scheduled maintenance u Rapid acceleration and excessive speed u Driving with your foot on the front of the A/C, defroster, rear window defroster and other accessories u Underinflated tires u Heavy loads u Aftermarket add-ons such as bike, ski or luggage racks, bug deflectors, etc.
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... to normal operating temperature. 240 Keep the electrolyte level in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or N (Neutral) (manual transaxle), set the emergency brake, turn off all the accessories, and start the vehicle.
... to normal operating temperature. 240 Keep the electrolyte level in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or N (Neutral) (manual transaxle), set the emergency brake, turn off all the accessories, and start the vehicle.
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...) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Replace PCV valve - Thereafter, change engine coolant every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 36 months. u Inspect accessory drive belts. u Adjust clutch by lifting pedal every 5,000 55,000 MILES (88,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
...) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Replace PCV valve - Thereafter, change engine coolant every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 36 months. u Inspect accessory drive belts. u Adjust clutch by lifting pedal every 5,000 55,000 MILES (88,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
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... automatic transmission fluid. u Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; and check coolant strength every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months. u Inspect accessory drive belts. u Adjust clutch by lifting pedal every 5,000 miles (8,000 km). u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. 90,000 MILES (144,000 Kilometers) u Change...
... automatic transmission fluid. u Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; and check coolant strength every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months. u Inspect accessory drive belts. u Adjust clutch by lifting pedal every 5,000 miles (8,000 km). u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. 90,000 MILES (144,000 Kilometers) u Change...
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u Inspect accessory drive belt(s) - 4.6L (4V) engines only. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. 100,000 MILES (160,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Replace rear axle lubricant. u Adjust clutch by lifting pedal every 5,000 miles (8,000 km). 14 Normal Schedule 95,000 MILES (152,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Replace spark plugs. u Replace PCV valve - 3.8L engines only. u Adjust clutch by lifting pedal every 5,000 miles (8,000 km).
u Inspect accessory drive belt(s) - 4.6L (4V) engines only. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. 100,000 MILES (160,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Replace rear axle lubricant. u Adjust clutch by lifting pedal every 5,000 miles (8,000 km). 14 Normal Schedule 95,000 MILES (152,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Replace spark plugs. u Replace PCV valve - 3.8L engines only. u Adjust clutch by lifting pedal every 5,000 miles (8,000 km).
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u Inspect accessory drive belts. u Inspect exhaust heat shield(s). u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. 120,000 MILES (192,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ...
u Inspect accessory drive belts. u Inspect exhaust heat shield(s). u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. 120,000 MILES (192,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ...
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u Replace air cleaner filter. u Replace PCV valve - Severe Duty Schedule 27 miles (5,000 km). 60,000 MILES (100,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. all 4.6L engines only. (2) u Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; u Inspect accessory drive belts. u Inspect exhaust heat shield(s). u Replace spark plugs. and check coolant strength every 15,000 miles (25,000 km) or 12 months. u Inspect front and rear brakes. (1) u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. u Adjust clutch by lifting pedal every 3,000 u Replace rear axle lubricant.
u Replace air cleaner filter. u Replace PCV valve - Severe Duty Schedule 27 miles (5,000 km). 60,000 MILES (100,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. all 4.6L engines only. (2) u Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; u Inspect accessory drive belts. u Inspect exhaust heat shield(s). u Replace spark plugs. and check coolant strength every 15,000 miles (25,000 km) or 12 months. u Inspect front and rear brakes. (1) u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. u Adjust clutch by lifting pedal every 3,000 u Replace rear axle lubricant.
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u Inspect accessory drive belts. and check coolant strength every 15,000 miles (25,000 km) or 12 months. miles (5,000 km). u Adjust clutch by lifting pedal every 3,...
u Inspect accessory drive belts. and check coolant strength every 15,000 miles (25,000 km) or 12 months. miles (5,000 km). u Adjust clutch by lifting pedal every 3,...