Owner's Manual
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Instrumentation Page 19 Rear window defroster control* Page 20 Power mirrors* Page 30 Turn signal/high beam Page 6 Instrument cluster Page 29 Hazard flasher control Page 31 Windshield wiper/washer control 3 2 NORMAL 4 5 6 7 1 0 x 1000 8 55 60 70 80 50 100 120 90 140 40 60 800 0 0 1 2 3 160100 30 40 10 180 1 20 20 0 0 0 0 200 120 1 0 130 BRAKE E 1/ 2 F MPH CHECK ENGINE UNLEADED FUEL ONLY TRACTION CONTROL O/D OFF On Res MI RRORS...
Instrumentation Page 19 Rear window defroster control* Page 20 Power mirrors* Page 30 Turn signal/high beam Page 6 Instrument cluster Page 29 Hazard flasher control Page 31 Windshield wiper/washer control 3 2 NORMAL 4 5 6 7 1 0 x 1000 8 55 60 70 80 50 100 120 90 140 40 60 800 0 0 1 2 3 160100 30 40 10 180 1 20 20 0 0 0 0 200 120 1 0 130 BRAKE E 1/ 2 F MPH CHECK ENGINE UNLEADED FUEL ONLY TRACTION CONTROL O/D OFF On Res MI RRORS...
Owner's Manual
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To advance rapidly, depress and hold the corresponding button. Controls and features Digital clock Switch the ignition on the audio system, refer to the "Audio Guide". 21 To advance the hours, press the H button; H M I0:20 Audio system For information on : The clock can be set to advance the minutes press the M button. to either 12 or 24 hour format. Hours Minutes To toggle between 12 or 24 hour format, depress the H button and the M button simultaneously and then release them.
To advance rapidly, depress and hold the corresponding button. Controls and features Digital clock Switch the ignition on the audio system, refer to the "Audio Guide". 21 To advance the hours, press the H button; H M I0:20 Audio system For information on : The clock can be set to advance the minutes press the M button. to either 12 or 24 hour format. Hours Minutes To toggle between 12 or 24 hour format, depress the H button and the M button simultaneously and then release them.
Owner's Manual
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Ignition off, steering wheel locked. The ignition key should not be left in P (Park). 2. Starter motor activated. Steering unlocked, radio operational. Warning and indicator lights illuminate. Ignition and all electrical circuits operational. Release the key as soon as the engine starts. 2 NORMAL 1 8 55 60 70 80 50 100 120 90 140 40 60 800 0 0 1 2 3 160100 30 40 180 110 20 20 0 0 0 0 200 120 10 130 BRAKE E 1/ 2 F MPH CHECK ENGINE UNLEADED FUEL ONLY IR...
Ignition off, steering wheel locked. The ignition key should not be left in P (Park). 2. Starter motor activated. Steering unlocked, radio operational. Warning and indicator lights illuminate. Ignition and all electrical circuits operational. Release the key as soon as the engine starts. 2 NORMAL 1 8 55 60 70 80 50 100 120 90 140 40 60 800 0 0 1 2 3 160100 30 40 180 110 20 20 0 0 0 0 200 120 10 130 BRAKE E 1/ 2 F MPH CHECK ENGINE UNLEADED FUEL ONLY IR...
Owner's Manual
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... FLOOR FLR/ DEF DEF SIDE 1-2 EJECT Automatic arming The system is indicated when the control light flashes every two seconds. The armed status is armed five seconds after switching off the ignition. Keys Your vehicle is recognized. Automatic disarming Switching on the ignition disarms the system if the correct code is supplied with 2.5 l engines. It is an additional theft protection feature which prevents the engine from being started unless a coded key...
... FLOOR FLR/ DEF DEF SIDE 1-2 EJECT Automatic arming The system is indicated when the control light flashes every two seconds. The armed status is armed five seconds after switching off the ignition. Keys Your vehicle is recognized. Automatic disarming Switching on the ignition disarms the system if the correct code is supplied with 2.5 l engines. It is an additional theft protection feature which prevents the engine from being started unless a coded key...
Owner's Manual
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... a child safety seat, refer to Child safety seats later in this mode, the shoulder belt is not available on the driver's safety belt. For example, if the driver brakes suddenly, turns a corner sharply or your vehicle receives an impact of 8 km/h (5 mph) or more the combination safety belts will react to use of the driver and passengers. When to remove any slack in the shoulder belt. Automatic locking mode...
... a child safety seat, refer to Child safety seats later in this mode, the shoulder belt is not available on the driver's safety belt. For example, if the driver brakes suddenly, turns a corner sharply or your vehicle receives an impact of 8 km/h (5 mph) or more the combination safety belts will react to use of the driver and passengers. When to remove any slack in the shoulder belt. Automatic locking mode...
Owner's Manual
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Seating and safety restraints Using automatic locking mode The automatic locking mode must be used when installing a child safety seat in the automatic locking mode. Grasp the shoulder belt portion and pull downward until the entire belt is now in any passenger seat. 1. This will hear a clicking sound. As the belt retracts, you will cancel the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode. 53 Allow the...
Seating and safety restraints Using automatic locking mode The automatic locking mode must be used when installing a child safety seat in the automatic locking mode. Grasp the shoulder belt portion and pull downward until the entire belt is now in any passenger seat. 1. This will hear a clicking sound. As the belt retracts, you will cancel the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode. 53 Allow the...
Owner's Manual
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... obstacle. No matter how hard you must also depress the clutch pedal. Driving Braking with ABS • In an emergency, apply full force on both brake and clutch pedal (if equipped). 2. In vehicles with manual transaxles, you brake, steering control is sufficient space, will enable you to retain full steering control of your vehicle and, providing there is maintained. 88 Apply full force on...
... obstacle. No matter how hard you must also depress the clutch pedal. Driving Braking with ABS • In an emergency, apply full force on both brake and clutch pedal (if equipped). 2. In vehicles with manual transaxles, you brake, steering control is sufficient space, will enable you to retain full steering control of your vehicle and, providing there is maintained. 88 Apply full force on...
Owner's Manual
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Driving Using trailer brakes Use electric brakes or manual, automatic or surge type hydraulic brakes that meet Federal and local regulations. Install and adjust brakes according to turn corners. 107 Your vehicle may not have enough braking power and your vehicle's brake system. Do not connect a trailer's hydraulic brake system directly to your chances of having a collision greatly increase. Make sure there is enough slack to allow the vehicle to...
Driving Using trailer brakes Use electric brakes or manual, automatic or surge type hydraulic brakes that meet Federal and local regulations. Install and adjust brakes according to turn corners. 107 Your vehicle may not have enough braking power and your vehicle's brake system. Do not connect a trailer's hydraulic brake system directly to your chances of having a collision greatly increase. Make sure there is enough slack to allow the vehicle to...
Owner's Manual
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... light blue violet light blue yellow light blue red red red red Main power supply to vehicle electrical system Engine cooling fan ABS braking system, heater blower Ignition and EEC module Foglamp Not used ABS system not used Electronic Engine Control (EEC) Ignition switch EEC ignition module (memory) Horn and hazard flasher warning system HEGO sensor Electrically operated fuel pump Low beam headlamp - (passenger's side) Low beam headlamp - (driver's side) High beam headlamp - (passenger's side) High beam headlamp - (driver's side) * Have these fuses replaced...
... light blue violet light blue yellow light blue red red red red Main power supply to vehicle electrical system Engine cooling fan ABS braking system, heater blower Ignition and EEC module Foglamp Not used ABS system not used Electronic Engine Control (EEC) Ignition switch EEC ignition module (memory) Horn and hazard flasher warning system HEGO sensor Electrically operated fuel pump Low beam headlamp - (passenger's side) Low beam headlamp - (driver's side) High beam headlamp - (passenger's side) High beam headlamp - (driver's side) * Have these fuses replaced...
Owner's Manual
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... 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 Passenger compartment fuse panel (below instrument panel) Relay R 12 R 13 R 14 R 15 R 16 D2 Circuit switched Interior lighting Rear window defrost Heater blower motor Wiper motor Ignition Reverse voltage protection 116 Use the fuse puller (2) attached to the cover of the power distribution box to the inside cover of emergency fuse replacement. All fuses are attached to change a fuse.
... 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 Passenger compartment fuse panel (below instrument panel) Relay R 12 R 13 R 14 R 15 R 16 D2 Circuit switched Interior lighting Rear window defrost Heater blower motor Wiper motor Ignition Reverse voltage protection 116 Use the fuse puller (2) attached to the cover of the power distribution box to the inside cover of emergency fuse replacement. All fuses are attached to change a fuse.
Owner's Manual
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.... Securely latch the lever in P (Park). Maintenance and care Checking the automatic transaxle fluid With the vehicle on the dipstick and the outside temperature is fully seated. Recheck the level after driving your vehicle should be driven until some fluid has been added if the fluid level is below the bottom dimple on a level surface and the brake fully applied, start the engine and...
.... Securely latch the lever in P (Park). Maintenance and care Checking the automatic transaxle fluid With the vehicle on the dipstick and the outside temperature is fully seated. Recheck the level after driving your vehicle should be driven until some fluid has been added if the fluid level is below the bottom dimple on a level surface and the brake fully applied, start the engine and...
Owner's Manual
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intermittent engine speed Idle speed (manual transaxle) Mixture preparation Firing order Spark plug gap Ignition system Valve clearances 0.14 mm Inlet Exhaust 0.30 mm mm rpm rpm rpm 6150 6375 800±50 (880±50) cm3 kW (HP) at rpm Nm (lb-ft) at rpm 2.0 litre Engine 1988 96 (125) 5500 176 (130) 4000 2.5 litre Engine 2544 125 (170) 6250 220 (162) 4250...
intermittent engine speed Idle speed (manual transaxle) Mixture preparation Firing order Spark plug gap Ignition system Valve clearances 0.14 mm Inlet Exhaust 0.30 mm mm rpm rpm rpm 6150 6375 800±50 (880±50) cm3 kW (HP) at rpm Nm (lb-ft) at rpm 2.0 litre Engine 1988 96 (125) 5500 176 (130) 4000 2.5 litre Engine 2544 125 (170) 6250 220 (162) 4250...
Owner's Manual
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...21 Clutch operation ...96 recommended shift speeds ...97 Cold engine starting ...85 Controls instrument panel ...17 mirrors ...20 power seats ...48 steering column ...27 194 Daytime running lights ...18 Defects, reporting ...192 Defrost rear window ...19 windshield ...26 Dipstick, engine oil ...133 Door mounted controls ...37 Driving under special conditions heavy load ...102 towing a trailer ...103 E Electrical system fuses ...112 Emergencies, roadside fuel pump shut-off switch ...110 jump starting ...124 towing ...127 Emergency brake (see Parking brake) Emission control system ...166 Engine...
...21 Clutch operation ...96 recommended shift speeds ...97 Cold engine starting ...85 Controls instrument panel ...17 mirrors ...20 power seats ...48 steering column ...27 194 Daytime running lights ...18 Defects, reporting ...192 Defrost rear window ...19 windshield ...26 Dipstick, engine oil ...133 Door mounted controls ...37 Driving under special conditions heavy load ...102 towing a trailer ...103 E Electrical system fuses ...112 Emergencies, roadside fuel pump shut-off switch ...110 jump starting ...124 towing ...127 Emergency brake (see Parking brake) Emission control system ...166 Engine...
Owner's Manual
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... switch ...110 Fuse panels engine compartment ...113 instrument panel ...115 Fuses charts ...114, 117 checking and replacing ...112 G Gas mileage (see Fuel economy) Gauges engine coolant temperature ...15 fuel ...16 odometer ...15 speedometer ...15 trip odometer ...15 GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) ...100 Gearshift ...90, 96 GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) .100 H Hazard flashers ...29, 110 Head restraints ...47 Headlamps aiming ...176 bulb specifications ...175 daytime running light ...18 flashing ...30 high beam ...30 replacing bulbs ...171 turning...
... switch ...110 Fuse panels engine compartment ...113 instrument panel ...115 Fuses charts ...114, 117 checking and replacing ...112 G Gas mileage (see Fuel economy) Gauges engine coolant temperature ...15 fuel ...16 odometer ...15 speedometer ...15 trip odometer ...15 GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) ...100 Gearshift ...90, 96 GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) .100 H Hazard flashers ...29, 110 Head restraints ...47 Headlamps aiming ...176 bulb specifications ...175 daytime running light ...18 flashing ...30 high beam ...30 replacing bulbs ...171 turning...
Owner's Manual
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... Engine oil) Oil filter ...136, 187 On-board diagnostic (OBD II) system ...169 Overdrive ...9, 93 Overhead controls ...36 P Panel dimmer control ...19 Panic alarm, remote entry sytem 42 Parking brake ...89 Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ...186 Passenger compartment air filter (see Cabin air filter) . .150 Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) ...44 Power distribution box (see Fuses) Power door locks ...37 Power features mirrors ...20 seats ...48 sunroof ...36 windows ...37 Power steering fluid, checking and adding ...143 fluid, refill capacity ...187 fluid, specification ...188 R Radio (see Audio...
... Engine oil) Oil filter ...136, 187 On-board diagnostic (OBD II) system ...169 Overdrive ...9, 93 Overhead controls ...36 P Panel dimmer control ...19 Panic alarm, remote entry sytem 42 Parking brake ...89 Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ...186 Passenger compartment air filter (see Cabin air filter) . .150 Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) ...44 Power distribution box (see Fuses) Power door locks ...37 Power features mirrors ...20 seats ...48 sunroof ...36 windows ...37 Power steering fluid, checking and adding ...143 fluid, refill capacity ...187 fluid, specification ...188 R Radio (see Audio...
Owner's Manual
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... seats, manual ...47 adjusting the seats, power ...48 folding rear seats ...49 head restraints ...47 Servicing your vehicle ...128 Shift-lock system ...91 Shift positions (see Gearshift) Snow tires and chains ...158 198 Spare tire changing the tire ...119 removing the spare tire ...121 temporary spare tire ...120 Spark plugs, certifications ...186 Specification charts, lubricants 188 Speed control disengaging speed control ...35 return to a set speed ...35 set a speed ...33 set a higher speed ...34 set a lower speed ...34 turn speed control off ...32 turn speed control...
... seats, manual ...47 adjusting the seats, power ...48 folding rear seats ...49 head restraints ...47 Servicing your vehicle ...128 Shift-lock system ...91 Shift positions (see Gearshift) Snow tires and chains ...158 198 Spare tire changing the tire ...119 removing the spare tire ...121 temporary spare tire ...120 Spark plugs, certifications ...186 Specification charts, lubricants 188 Speed control disengaging speed control ...35 return to a set speed ...35 set a speed ...33 set a higher speed ...34 set a lower speed ...34 turn speed control off ...32 turn speed control...
Owner's Manual
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... the remote entry system .42 Turn signal indicator lights ...6 lever ...30 U Used engine oil, disposal ...137 Variable interval wipers ...31 Vehicle care ...179 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...191 Vehicle Emission Control Information(VECI) ...166 Vehicle loading ...99 Ventilating your vehicle ...80 Viscosity (see Engne oil) W Warning chimes headlamps on ...13 key in ignition ...13 safety belt ...13 Warning lights (see Lights) Washer fluid reservoir ...133 Weight limits (GAWR, GVWR) . .90 Wheels cleaning ...181 inspection and maintenance . .155 Windows one...
... the remote entry system .42 Turn signal indicator lights ...6 lever ...30 U Used engine oil, disposal ...137 Variable interval wipers ...31 Vehicle care ...179 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...191 Vehicle Emission Control Information(VECI) ...166 Vehicle loading ...99 Ventilating your vehicle ...80 Viscosity (see Engne oil) W Warning chimes headlamps on ...13 key in ignition ...13 safety belt ...13 Warning lights (see Lights) Washer fluid reservoir ...133 Weight limits (GAWR, GVWR) . .90 Wheels cleaning ...181 inspection and maintenance . .155 Windows one...
Customer Assistance Guide 1st Printing
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Ford accessories for your vehicle Framed luggage covers Heavy-duty battery Neutral towing transfer case kit (Explorer only) Off road lights Pickup box rails Removable luggage rack Removable luggage rack adapters Retractable bed hooks and loops Running boards Shift knobs Snow traction cables Soft luggage cover Speed control Towing mirrors Trailer hitch Trailer hitch bars and balls Trailer hitch wiring adaptor Trunk mount luggage rack Protection and appearance equipment Bed mat/bedliner tailgate covers Bed mats Bedliners Car/truck covers Cargo liners, interior Carpet floor mats Cleaners, waxes ...
Ford accessories for your vehicle Framed luggage covers Heavy-duty battery Neutral towing transfer case kit (Explorer only) Off road lights Pickup box rails Removable luggage rack Removable luggage rack adapters Retractable bed hooks and loops Running boards Shift knobs Snow traction cables Soft luggage cover Speed control Towing mirrors Trailer hitch Trailer hitch bars and balls Trailer hitch wiring adaptor Trunk mount luggage rack Protection and appearance equipment Bed mat/bedliner tailgate covers Bed mats Bedliners Car/truck covers Cargo liners, interior Carpet floor mats Cleaners, waxes ...
SVT Supplement 1st Printing
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... Contour Specifications TRANSAXLE Type: MTX-75 Final drive: 4.06:1 Gear 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th Reverse SUSPENSION Front Rear STEERING Type Gear ratio Turns, lock to lock Turning diameter BRAKES Front Rear ABS 27.79 cm (10.94 in) vented discs, single-position calipers 25.10 cm (9.88 in) vented discs, single-position calipers 4-channel, 4-sensor system Power assist, rack and pinion 14.5:1 2.7 12.2 m (40 ft) Macpherson struts, lower A-arms, coil springs, tube shock...
... Contour Specifications TRANSAXLE Type: MTX-75 Final drive: 4.06:1 Gear 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th Reverse SUSPENSION Front Rear STEERING Type Gear ratio Turns, lock to lock Turning diameter BRAKES Front Rear ABS 27.79 cm (10.94 in) vented discs, single-position calipers 25.10 cm (9.88 in) vented discs, single-position calipers 4-channel, 4-sensor system Power assist, rack and pinion 14.5:1 2.7 12.2 m (40 ft) Macpherson struts, lower A-arms, coil springs, tube shock...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing
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... muffler, exhaust pipes, shields and clamps. Inspect engine cooling system, hoses and clamps; Clean the body water drain holes. AT LEAST TWICE A YEAR: (I.E., EVERY SPRING AND FALL) u Check radiator, heater and air-conditioning hoses for leaks or damage. AT LEAST ONCE A YEAR: u u u u u u Lubricate all hinges, checks, latches, and all exterior lamps, including the brake lamps, turn signals and hazard warning flashers. Check the power steering fluid level. u Check headlamp alignment. check tires when cold, not...
... muffler, exhaust pipes, shields and clamps. Inspect engine cooling system, hoses and clamps; Clean the body water drain holes. AT LEAST TWICE A YEAR: (I.E., EVERY SPRING AND FALL) u Check radiator, heater and air-conditioning hoses for leaks or damage. AT LEAST ONCE A YEAR: u u u u u u Lubricate all hinges, checks, latches, and all exterior lamps, including the brake lamps, turn signals and hazard warning flashers. Check the power steering fluid level. u Check headlamp alignment. check tires when cold, not...