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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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... key. If your key is not running. 37 To remove the key if you to operate while the engine is stuck in P (Park) (automatic transaxle). Starting Your Probe Ignition Understanding the Positions of your vehicle from theft.
... key. If your key is not running. 37 To remove the key if you to operate while the engine is stuck in P (Park) (automatic transaxle). Starting Your Probe Ignition Understanding the Positions of your vehicle from theft.
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...that you release it. Shift-lock System For your vehicle's warning lights (except the brake system warning light) to make sure they work before you start the engine. See Shift Lock Emergency Override in the ON position. Depress and hold the brake pedal. ON allows you to test your safety, ... has the shift-lock system, which prevents shifting the transaxle out of the P (Park) position: 1. 2. 3. 4. Push in this section for more information. 38 The START position also allows you to ON when you do not damage the starter. The key returns to the ON position once the engine is in...
...that you release it. Shift-lock System For your vehicle's warning lights (except the brake system warning light) to make sure they work before you start the engine. See Shift Lock Emergency Override in the ON position. Depress and hold the brake pedal. ON allows you to test your safety, ... has the shift-lock system, which prevents shifting the transaxle out of the P (Park) position: 1. 2. 3. 4. Push in this section for more information. 38 The START position also allows you to ON when you do not damage the starter. The key returns to the ON position once the engine is in...
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... you turn the key. (Remember, the starter will operate only if the clutch pedal is fully set before you start your vehicle started. See Safety Restraints in this chapter for more instructions. Only use the accelerator while you have an automatic transaxle, make sure ...that the gearshift is in a closed garage or other accessories are toxic. Make sure you turn the key. Starting Your Vehicle Preparing to Start Your Vehicle RWARNING Do not start your vehicle in P (Park) and the parking brake is to avoid pressing down on the accelerator before or during...
... you turn the key. (Remember, the starter will operate only if the clutch pedal is fully set before you start your vehicle started. See Safety Restraints in this chapter for more instructions. Only use the accelerator while you have an automatic transaxle, make sure ...that the gearshift is in a closed garage or other accessories are toxic. Make sure you turn the key. Starting Your Vehicle Preparing to Start Your Vehicle RWARNING Do not start your vehicle in P (Park) and the parking brake is to avoid pressing down on the accelerator before or during...
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...brake pedal and turn the ignition key to make sure that they work. u At temperatures above 10˚F (-12˚C): If the 43 Starting Your Engine To start your vehicle, you should test the warning lights on the first try, turn the key to OFF, wait approximately ten (10) seconds so... do not flood the engine, then try again. Allow the key to return to the START position (cranking) until the engine starts. u At temperatures 10˚F (-12˚C) and below: If the engine does not start in turning the key, rotate the steering wheel slightly because it may be binding. Testing ...
...brake pedal and turn the ignition key to make sure that they work. u At temperatures above 10˚F (-12˚C): If the 43 Starting Your Engine To start your vehicle, you should test the warning lights on the first try, turn the key to OFF, wait approximately ten (10) seconds so... do not flood the engine, then try again. Allow the key to return to the START position (cranking) until the engine starts. u At temperatures 10˚F (-12˚C) and below: If the engine does not start in turning the key, rotate the steering wheel slightly because it may be binding. Testing ...
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...Park) unless your foot on the first try again. Keep your foot is equipped with an automatic transaxle that has an interlock that prevents you start within five (5) seconds on the brake pedal and put the gearshift lever in gear. Turn the ignition key to the OFF position. Press the ... then try , turn the key to reset the switch see Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch later in the START position for a few seconds after two attempts: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. If the engine does not start , the fuel pump shut-off switch may have been triggered. For directions on the brake pedal. Release ...
...Park) unless your foot on the first try again. Keep your foot is equipped with an automatic transaxle that has an interlock that prevents you start within five (5) seconds on the brake pedal and put the gearshift lever in gear. Turn the ignition key to the OFF position. Press the ... then try , turn the key to reset the switch see Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch later in the START position for a few seconds after two attempts: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. If the engine does not start , the fuel pump shut-off switch may have been triggered. For directions on the brake pedal. Release ...
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...heaters are strongly recommended if you live in dry grass or other damage. Ford recommends that you start a fire. If it into a grounded 110-volt outlet. RWARNING Extended idling at high engine speeds can start your vehicle to respond quickly. These faster engine speeds will make your vehicle...110-volt circuit that is protected by a ground fault circuit interrupter. 45 An engine block heater warms the engine coolant, which improves starting, warms up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can produce very high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system, creating the risk...
...heaters are strongly recommended if you live in dry grass or other damage. Ford recommends that you start a fire. If it into a grounded 110-volt outlet. RWARNING Extended idling at high engine speeds can start your vehicle to respond quickly. These faster engine speeds will make your vehicle...110-volt circuit that is protected by a ground fault circuit interrupter. 45 An engine block heater warms the engine coolant, which improves starting, warms up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can produce very high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system, creating the risk...
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... your vehicle has been involved in at least three hours before you can plug it in a substantial jolt. If the Engine Cranks but Does Not Start or Does Not Start After a Collision The Fuel Pump Shut-off switch is triggered, you must reset the switch by hand before you can... start your vehicle. 46 The shut-off Switch If the engine cranks but does not start or does not start your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged (cheater) adapters. Once the shut-off switch...
... your vehicle has been involved in at least three hours before you can plug it in a substantial jolt. If the Engine Cranks but Does Not Start or Does Not Start After a Collision The Fuel Pump Shut-off switch is triggered, you must reset the switch by hand before you can... start your vehicle. 46 The shut-off Switch If the engine cranks but does not start or does not start your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged (cheater) adapters. Once the shut-off switch...
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Have all the passengers get out of the fuel pump shut-off switch RWARNING If you see or smell fuel, do not reset the switch or try to start your vehicle. The location of the vehicle and call the local fire department or a towing service. 47
Have all the passengers get out of the fuel pump shut-off switch RWARNING If you see or smell fuel, do not reset the switch or try to start your vehicle. The location of the vehicle and call the local fire department or a towing service. 47
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...reset switch on your vehicle again. 5. Take precautions to the LOCK position. Turn the key in this chapter for more instructions. 48 Attempt to start after a collision or substantial jolt: 1. 2. 3. Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes Carbon monoxide, although colorless and odorless, is located on the fuel pump ... down. Never sit in exhaust fumes. Check under the vehicle again for leaking fuel. See Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes in the ignition to start your vehicle is present in a stopped vehicle for more than a short period of the rubber cover. 4. If you can try to ...
...reset switch on your vehicle again. 5. Take precautions to the LOCK position. Turn the key in this chapter for more instructions. 48 Attempt to start after a collision or substantial jolt: 1. 2. 3. Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes Carbon monoxide, although colorless and odorless, is located on the fuel pump ... down. Never sit in exhaust fumes. Check under the vehicle again for leaking fuel. See Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes in the ignition to start your vehicle is present in a stopped vehicle for more than a short period of the rubber cover. 4. If you can try to ...
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...is fully released, it may take longer to stop carefully. If the light stays on for up to START. Have the brakes checked immediately. 56 This light will also come on then, have it fixed so ...'t come on if the parking brake does not release fully. If it does stay on after you start the vehicle. Pull off shortly after you turn the ignition key to 60 seconds. If it may stay... have the hydraulic brake system serviced. Try the brakes again after the engine starts and you if there's a problem. Brake system and parking brake light This light comes on briefly when ...
...is fully released, it may take longer to stop carefully. If the light stays on for up to START. Have the brakes checked immediately. 56 This light will also come on then, have it fixed so ...'t come on if the parking brake does not release fully. If it does stay on after you start the vehicle. Pull off shortly after you turn the ignition key to 60 seconds. If it may stay... have the hydraulic brake system serviced. Try the brakes again after the engine starts and you if there's a problem. Brake system and parking brake light This light comes on briefly when ...
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The warning light could remain on for two to four seconds. Under these circumstances, you should drive your vehicle must be jump-started , the anti-lock brake system control unit will come on while driving, have the braking system checked by a qualified service technician as soon as possible. ... battery voltage and does not indicate a malfunction in the anti-lock system, and the brake warning light is not lit, the anti-lock system is started because of the system are operating correctly.
The warning light could remain on for two to four seconds. Under these circumstances, you should drive your vehicle must be jump-started , the anti-lock brake system control unit will come on while driving, have the braking system checked by a qualified service technician as soon as possible. ... battery voltage and does not indicate a malfunction in the anti-lock system, and the brake warning light is not lit, the anti-lock system is started because of the system are operating correctly.
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... longer present. If the light turns on and off briefly while you are driving, it comes on and stays on when the O/D OFF button is started even if the O/D OFF mode was selected when the vehicle was last shut off when the engine...
... longer present. If the light turns on and off briefly while you are driving, it comes on and stays on when the O/D OFF button is started even if the O/D OFF mode was selected when the vehicle was last shut off when the engine...
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...). Engine Oil Pressure Gauge The gauge needle should move into the red area). The fuel gauge indicator may move to the NORMAL range if you start your ignition key to get a more accurate reading with the vehicle on . If the needle drops below the NORMAL range into the red area when...
...). Engine Oil Pressure Gauge The gauge needle should move into the red area). The fuel gauge indicator may move to the NORMAL range if you start your ignition key to get a more accurate reading with the vehicle on . If the needle drops below the NORMAL range into the red area when...
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... the instrument panel lighting can be adjusted. NOTE: Never use sharp instruments or window cleaners with abrasives to clean the inside of your vehicle and start the engine. Dimmer control thumbwheel 72 Get in your rear window. It will also automatically shut off any snow from the rear window. To brighten...
... the instrument panel lighting can be adjusted. NOTE: Never use sharp instruments or window cleaners with abrasives to clean the inside of your vehicle and start the engine. Dimmer control thumbwheel 72 Get in your rear window. It will also automatically shut off any snow from the rear window. To brighten...
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Handle the disc by pressing the "CLOCK" button.) Indicators for play starts at the beginning of the first track (selection). Refer to read and follow all of the care and cleaning instructions under How To Take Care ... CD player will override that of the radio. NOTE: The volume, bass, treble, balance and fader controls on Your New Compact Disc Player Your new Ford Compact Disc Player is inserted, operation of the CD player will either show the track (selection) number or the elapsed time. (The display mode can...
Handle the disc by pressing the "CLOCK" button.) Indicators for play starts at the beginning of the first track (selection). Refer to read and follow all of the care and cleaning instructions under How To Take Care ... CD player will override that of the radio. NOTE: The volume, bass, treble, balance and fader controls on Your New Compact Disc Player Your new Ford Compact Disc Player is inserted, operation of the CD player will either show the track (selection) number or the elapsed time. (The display mode can...
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Automatic shift lever Your automatic transaxle vehicle has a console-mounted shift selector lever. You must step on the brake pedal, start the engine, and then push in the thumb button to move the shift selector lever to position. If you choose. RWARNING Hold the brake pedal down , your vehicle may move the gearshift lever from position to the position you do not hold the brake pedal down while you move unexpectedly and injure someone. 148
Automatic shift lever Your automatic transaxle vehicle has a console-mounted shift selector lever. You must step on the brake pedal, start the engine, and then push in the thumb button to move the shift selector lever to position. If you choose. RWARNING Hold the brake pedal down , your vehicle may move the gearshift lever from position to the position you do not hold the brake pedal down while you move unexpectedly and injure someone. 148
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... the O/D OFF light in the instrument cluster illuminates. When the O/D OFF button is pressed, Overdrive is located on the gearshift. When the O/D OFF light is started, the Overdrive system will automatically be in the instrument cluster. Each time your vehicle serviced at the first opportunity. The O/D OFF button may be illuminated...
... the O/D OFF light in the instrument cluster illuminates. When the O/D OFF button is pressed, Overdrive is located on the gearshift. When the O/D OFF light is started, the Overdrive system will automatically be in the instrument cluster. Each time your vehicle serviced at the first opportunity. The O/D OFF button may be illuminated...
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.... When to "hunt" between third and fourth gears while driving over hilly terrain. You can upshift from frequently shifting up moderately steep hills or when starting on downgrades. It also gives your vehicle more engine braking than Overdrive does. Do not go faster than 64 mph (102 km/h) with Overdrive OFF...
.... When to "hunt" between third and fourth gears while driving over hilly terrain. You can upshift from frequently shifting up moderately steep hills or when starting on downgrades. It also gives your vehicle more engine braking than Overdrive does. Do not go faster than 64 mph (102 km/h) with Overdrive OFF...
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... vehicle, lift your foot resting on the brake pedal, push the clutch pedal to the floor with a Manual Transaxle Using the Clutch After the engine starts, allow it to press down while you move the gearshift lever from the accelerator. 153 Driving with your right foot off the brake pedal and...
... vehicle, lift your foot resting on the brake pedal, push the clutch pedal to the floor with a Manual Transaxle Using the Clutch After the engine starts, allow it to press down while you move the gearshift lever from the accelerator. 153 Driving with your right foot off the brake pedal and...