Owner's Manual
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only) Index 158 217 223 235 236 1 2 4 20 72 104 112 137 Contents Before driving Introduction Instrumentation Controls and features Seating and safety restraints Starting and driving Starting Driving Roadside emergencies Servicing Maintenance and care Capacities and specifications Customer assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S.
only) Index 158 217 223 235 236 1 2 4 20 72 104 112 137 Contents Before driving Introduction Instrumentation Controls and features Seating and safety restraints Starting and driving Starting Driving Roadside emergencies Servicing Maintenance and care Capacities and specifications Customer assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S.
Owner's Manual
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... illuminated when the transaxle control switch (TCS) on the side of the transaxle and will flash steadily if a malfunction is turned off . Refer to the Maintenance and care chapter to the Driving chapter. For more than three (3) seconds after the ignition is turned to the ON position or stays on and...
... illuminated when the transaxle control switch (TCS) on the side of the transaxle and will flash steadily if a malfunction is turned off . Refer to the Maintenance and care chapter to the Driving chapter. For more than three (3) seconds after the ignition is turned to the ON position or stays on and...
Owner's Manual
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... 120 10 130 BRAKE E F MPH CHECK ENGINE O/D OFF Engine oil pressure Illuminates when the ignition is off. BRAKE BRAKE Alternative design 16 Refer to the Maintenance and care chapter to check the engine oil level as soon as possible. If the engine oil level is correct and the light stays on...
... 120 10 130 BRAKE E F MPH CHECK ENGINE O/D OFF Engine oil pressure Illuminates when the ignition is off. BRAKE BRAKE Alternative design 16 Refer to the Maintenance and care chapter to check the engine oil level as soon as possible. If the engine oil level is correct and the light stays on...
Owner's Manual
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... Indicates the temperature of the problem. If it enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Refer to Checking and adding engine coolant in the Maintenance and care chapter. Switch off the ignition and determine the source of the engine coolant.
... Indicates the temperature of the problem. If it enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Refer to Checking and adding engine coolant in the Maintenance and care chapter. Switch off the ignition and determine the source of the engine coolant.
Owner's Manual
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... air filter Your vehicle is equipped with an air filter that removes pollen and road dust from outside air before it is directed to the Maintenance and care chapter for maintenance of the vehicle. These objects can block airflow and reduce your climate control system.
... air filter Your vehicle is equipped with an air filter that removes pollen and road dust from outside air before it is directed to the Maintenance and care chapter for maintenance of the vehicle. These objects can block airflow and reduce your climate control system.
Owner's Manual
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Routine maintenance of the system. CHECK ENGINE TRACTION CONTROL O/D OFF 87 If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS serviced at your dealership or ...
Routine maintenance of the system. CHECK ENGINE TRACTION CONTROL O/D OFF 87 If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS serviced at your dealership or ...
Owner's Manual
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... operational only when it senses differences in the rotational speed of the brake pedal. Refer to the "Scheduled Maintenance Guide" for this tendency. Its operation is not employed during brake applications and compensating for maintenance intervals. Driving BRAKES Your brakes are about to lock-up during normal braking. The wheels are prevented...
... operational only when it senses differences in the rotational speed of the brake pedal. Refer to the "Scheduled Maintenance Guide" for this tendency. Its operation is not employed during brake applications and compensating for maintenance intervals. Driving BRAKES Your brakes are about to lock-up during normal braking. The wheels are prevented...
Owner's Manual
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... to the severe duty schedule in this chapter. • Use extra caution when driving while trailer towing. Refer to Driving while towing a trailer in the maintenance guide and or service guide. • Do not tow a trailer until your vehicle for the proper installation and adjustment specifications. 131 Refer to Preparing to...
... to the severe duty schedule in this chapter. • Use extra caution when driving while trailer towing. Refer to Driving while towing a trailer in the maintenance guide and or service guide. • Do not tow a trailer until your vehicle for the proper installation and adjustment specifications. 131 Refer to Preparing to...
Owner's Manual
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Driving FUEL CONSUMPTION Fuel economy can be improved by avoiding: • lack of regular, scheduled maintenance, • excessive speed, • rapid acceleration, • driving with the brake pedal depressed, • sudden stops, • extended engine idling, • use of speed control in hilly terrain, • extended use of the air conditioner, defroster, rear window defroster and other accessories, • underinflated tires, • heavy loads, • aftermarket add-ons such as bike, ski or luggage racks, bug deflectors, etc. 136
Driving FUEL CONSUMPTION Fuel economy can be improved by avoiding: • lack of regular, scheduled maintenance, • excessive speed, • rapid acceleration, • driving with the brake pedal depressed, • sudden stops, • extended engine idling, • use of speed control in hilly terrain, • extended use of the air conditioner, defroster, rear window defroster and other accessories, • underinflated tires, • heavy loads, • aftermarket add-ons such as bike, ski or luggage racks, bug deflectors, etc. 136
Owner's Manual
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...makes tracking routine service for easy location. • As possible, we design parts that can provide necessary parts and service. Maintenance and care SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS • We highlight do-it-yourself items in your vehicle easy. Motorcraft parts are covered. Check your... Ford dealership can be replaced without tools. • We provide you with a maintenance guide and or service guide which parts and services are designed and built to provide the best performance...
...makes tracking routine service for easy location. • As possible, we design parts that can provide necessary parts and service. Maintenance and care SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS • We highlight do-it-yourself items in your vehicle easy. Motorcraft parts are covered. Check your... Ford dealership can be replaced without tools. • We provide you with a maintenance guide and or service guide which parts and services are designed and built to provide the best performance...
Owner's Manual
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Always disconnect the negative terminal of the battery before your vehicle will drive properly, as explained under Battery in this chapter. 159 Maintenance and care Precautions when servicing your vehicle Be especially careful when inspecting or servicing your safety: • Do not work on a vehicle with the engine ...
Always disconnect the negative terminal of the battery before your vehicle will drive properly, as explained under Battery in this chapter. 159 Maintenance and care Precautions when servicing your vehicle Be especially careful when inspecting or servicing your safety: • Do not work on a vehicle with the engine ...
Owner's Manual
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Set the parking brake fully and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in 1 (first) or R (Reverse). 2. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. 160 Working with engine off the engine and remove the key. 3. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. Turn off (manual transaxle) 1. Maintenance and care Working with engine off the engine and remove the key. 3. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in P (Park). 2. Turn off (automatic transaxle) 1.
Set the parking brake fully and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in 1 (first) or R (Reverse). 2. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. 160 Working with engine off the engine and remove the key. 3. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. Turn off (manual transaxle) 1. Maintenance and care Working with engine off the engine and remove the key. 3. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in P (Park). 2. Turn off (automatic transaxle) 1.
Owner's Manual
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Working with engine on (automatic transaxle) 1. Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is securely latched in neutral. 2. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in P (Park). 2. Maintenance and care Working with engine on (manual transaxle) 1. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. Set the parking brake fully and ensure the gearshift is running. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. 161
Working with engine on (automatic transaxle) 1. Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is securely latched in neutral. 2. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in P (Park). 2. Maintenance and care Working with engine on (manual transaxle) 1. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. Set the parking brake fully and ensure the gearshift is running. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. 161
Owner's Manual
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... it to drop into the catch for the last 20 - 30 cm (8 - 12 inches). Always check to ensure that the hood lock is secure. Maintenance and care Opening the hood • Pull the handle (1) located under the instrument panel. 4 55 60 70 80 50 100 120 90 140 40 60...3 2 1 C H 5 6 7 0 x 1000 TRACTION TRACTION TROL CONTROL 8 E F MPH CHECK ENGINE O/D OFF MI RRORS 1 • Release the safety catch by reaching under the hood (2) (adjacent to the Ford emblem) and pushing it to the left. 2 • Raise the hood and support it with the strut (3) in its retaining clip, lower the hood and...
... it to drop into the catch for the last 20 - 30 cm (8 - 12 inches). Always check to ensure that the hood lock is secure. Maintenance and care Opening the hood • Pull the handle (1) located under the instrument panel. 4 55 60 70 80 50 100 120 90 140 40 60...3 2 1 C H 5 6 7 0 x 1000 TRACTION TRACTION TROL CONTROL 8 E F MPH CHECK ENGINE O/D OFF MI RRORS 1 • Release the safety catch by reaching under the hood (2) (adjacent to the Ford emblem) and pushing it to the left. 2 • Raise the hood and support it with the strut (3) in its retaining clip, lower the hood and...
Owner's Manual
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Maintenance and care 2.0 litre EFI-engine compartment Power steering reservoir Engine coolant reservoir Automatic Brake fluid transaxle reservoir dipstick (if equipped) Air cleaner Windshield Engine oil washer fluid dipstick reservoir Engine oil filler cap Battery Power distribution box For ease of identification, all filler caps and the engine oil dipstick are marked yellow/black. 163
Maintenance and care 2.0 litre EFI-engine compartment Power steering reservoir Engine coolant reservoir Automatic Brake fluid transaxle reservoir dipstick (if equipped) Air cleaner Windshield Engine oil washer fluid dipstick reservoir Engine oil filler cap Battery Power distribution box For ease of identification, all filler caps and the engine oil dipstick are marked yellow/black. 163
Owner's Manual
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Maintenance and care 2.5 litre EFI-engine compartment Power steering reservoir Engine coolant reservoir Automatic Brake fluid transaxle reservoir dipstick (if equipped) Air cleaner Windshield washer fluid reservoir Engine oil dipstick Engine oil filler cap Battery Power distribution box For ease of identification, all filler caps and the engine oil dipstick are marked yellow/black. 164
Maintenance and care 2.5 litre EFI-engine compartment Power steering reservoir Engine coolant reservoir Automatic Brake fluid transaxle reservoir dipstick (if equipped) Air cleaner Windshield washer fluid reservoir Engine oil dipstick Engine oil filler cap Battery Power distribution box For ease of identification, all filler caps and the engine oil dipstick are marked yellow/black. 164
Owner's Manual
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... carefully remove the engine oil dipstick. 5. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is on the dipstick. Maintenance and care Engine oil Use SAE 5W-30 motor oil CERTIFIED FOR GASOLINE ENGINES by Ford Warranty. Make sure the vehicle is securely latched in P (Park). To check the oil: 1. Wipe the dipstick...
... carefully remove the engine oil dipstick. 5. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is on the dipstick. Maintenance and care Engine oil Use SAE 5W-30 motor oil CERTIFIED FOR GASOLINE ENGINES by Ford Warranty. Make sure the vehicle is securely latched in P (Park). To check the oil: 1. Wipe the dipstick...
Owner's Manual
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... is beyond the maximum line, engine damage or high oil consumption may occur and some oil must be removed from the engine by a service technician. 7. Maintenance and care 6. Check the engine oil. Recheck the oil level. If the oil level is not above the MAX mark on the dipstick. Make sure...
... is beyond the maximum line, engine damage or high oil consumption may occur and some oil must be removed from the engine by a service technician. 7. Maintenance and care 6. Check the engine oil. Recheck the oil level. If the oil level is not above the MAX mark on the dipstick. Make sure...
Owner's Manual
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... running. To open the cap while the engine is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter (or another brand meeting Ford specifications) for your local recycling center to the maintenance guide and or service guide for disposing of these types of the arrow and pull. Follow your community's standards for additional... design of at an authorized waste disposal facility. 167 Always dispose of used oil containers must be disposed of the filler cap varies by engine. Maintenance and care Refer to find out more about recycling automotive fluids.
... running. To open the cap while the engine is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter (or another brand meeting Ford specifications) for your local recycling center to the maintenance guide and or service guide for disposing of these types of the arrow and pull. Follow your community's standards for additional... design of at an authorized waste disposal facility. 167 Always dispose of used oil containers must be disposed of the filler cap varies by engine. Maintenance and care Refer to find out more about recycling automotive fluids.
Owner's Manual
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... level of the fluid must lie between the MIN and MAX marks on the washer fluid label. If you use brake fluid that meets the Ford specification (see the chapter Capacities and specifications). If the level falls below the MIN mark, the brake fluid level warning light on the instrument cluster... system If necessary, add enough washer fluid to fill the reservoir. Do not put engine coolant in the container for the master cylinder run dry. Maintenance and care Brake/clutch fluid reservoir Brake and clutch fluid systems are supplied from the same reservoir.
... level of the fluid must lie between the MIN and MAX marks on the washer fluid label. If you use brake fluid that meets the Ford specification (see the chapter Capacities and specifications). If the level falls below the MIN mark, the brake fluid level warning light on the instrument cluster... system If necessary, add enough washer fluid to fill the reservoir. Do not put engine coolant in the container for the master cylinder run dry. Maintenance and care Brake/clutch fluid reservoir Brake and clutch fluid systems are supplied from the same reservoir.