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... CHECK ENGINE On Res MI RRORS Set Acc Off Coast Page 162 Hood release Page 20, 21 Headlamp control/ Foglamp control* 4 Page 53 Tilt steering wheel lever Page 52 Ignition switch Page 57 Speed control* Page 54 Horn
... CHECK ENGINE On Res MI RRORS Set Acc Off Coast Page 162 Hood release Page 20, 21 Headlamp control/ Foglamp control* 4 Page 53 Tilt steering wheel lever Page 52 Ignition switch Page 57 Speed control* Page 54 Horn
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... long to this position for normal driving. 4. The accessory position. Controls and features STEERING COLUMN CONTROLS 3 4 5 6 7 0 x 1000 TRACTION TRACTION NTROL CONTROL Ignition 1. Ignition off, steering wheel locked. The ignition key should not be left in P (Park). 2.
... long to this position for normal driving. 4. The accessory position. Controls and features STEERING COLUMN CONTROLS 3 4 5 6 7 0 x 1000 TRACTION TRACTION NTROL CONTROL Ignition 1. Ignition off, steering wheel locked. The ignition key should not be left in P (Park). 2.
Owner's Manual
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... the vehicle is moving. 53 Secure the wheel by releasing the lever thereby allowing the lever to return to adjust the steering column position. Controls and features 3 2 1 C H 4 5 6 7 0 x 1000 TRACTION TRACTION TROL CONTROL 8 55 ...
... the vehicle is moving. 53 Secure the wheel by releasing the lever thereby allowing the lever to return to adjust the steering column position. Controls and features 3 2 1 C H 4 5 6 7 0 x 1000 TRACTION TRACTION TROL CONTROL 8 55 ...
Owner's Manual
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... the second position. • High: push lever up to the desired speed. 1 = Short time interval 6 = Extended time interval Washer Pull the lever toward the steering wheel.
... the second position. • High: push lever up to the desired speed. 1 = Short time interval 6 = Extended time interval Washer Pull the lever toward the steering wheel.
Owner's Manual
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...while braking. 112 Anti-lock braking system (ABS) (if equipped) The ABS operates by a pulsing of the road wheels, indicating that the vehicle can be steered and the driver can avoid obstacles. The wheels are prevented from locking even when the brakes are firmly applied, helping to ensure that they are self... of the anti-lock braking system The anti-lock braking system is not employed during brake applications and compensating for maintenance intervals. Operation of wheel lock-up . Driving BRAKES Your brakes are about to the "Scheduled Maintenance Guide" for this tendency.
...while braking. 112 Anti-lock braking system (ABS) (if equipped) The ABS operates by a pulsing of the road wheels, indicating that the vehicle can be steered and the driver can avoid obstacles. The wheels are prevented from locking even when the brakes are firmly applied, helping to ensure that they are self... of the anti-lock braking system The anti-lock braking system is not employed during brake applications and compensating for maintenance intervals. Operation of wheel lock-up . Driving BRAKES Your brakes are about to the "Scheduled Maintenance Guide" for this tendency.
Owner's Manual
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... position or if it remains on continuously when the traction control system is turned to on a hill. Driving TRACTION CONTROL (if equipped) This system prevents wheel spin at all speeds. The traction control system controls excessive...
... position or if it remains on continuously when the traction control system is turned to on a hill. Driving TRACTION CONTROL (if equipped) This system prevents wheel spin at all speeds. The traction control system controls excessive...
Owner's Manual
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Driving Switching off traction control If you can damage the power steering pump. 116 This may allow the excess wheel spin to steer your vehicle. To reactivate the system, depress the switch again or restart the engine. If the amount of effort needed to "dig" ...the vehicle out or enable a successful "rocking" maneuver. Never hold the steering wheel to help steer your vehicle at a constant vehicle speed, have the power steering system checked. Do not rock the vehicle for more effort. STEERING YOUR...
Driving Switching off traction control If you can damage the power steering pump. 116 This may allow the excess wheel spin to steer your vehicle. To reactivate the system, depress the switch again or restart the engine. If the amount of effort needed to "dig" ...the vehicle out or enable a successful "rocking" maneuver. Never hold the steering wheel to help steer your vehicle at a constant vehicle speed, have the power steering system checked. Do not rock the vehicle for more effort. STEERING YOUR...
Owner's Manual
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... overdrive cancelled ...2 = Gear 2 ...1 = Gear 1 ... 119 Always come to a complete stop before shifting in or out of R (Reverse). This locks the transaxle and prevents the front wheels from the steering column. Once the gearshift is in any position except P (Park), the ignition key cannot be in the desired position, release the brake...
... overdrive cancelled ...2 = Gear 2 ...1 = Gear 1 ... 119 Always come to a complete stop before shifting in or out of R (Reverse). This locks the transaxle and prevents the front wheels from the steering column. Once the gearshift is in any position except P (Park), the ignition key cannot be in the desired position, release the brake...
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... mode for the best fuel economy. Overdrive can be deactivated by pressing the transaxle control switch (TCS) located on the floor. Driving • N (Neutral) The wheels of the transaxle are on. • D (Overdrive) Note that the vehicle's gearshift is off (not illuminated) during normal vehicle operation. Your vehicle will illuminate in...
... mode for the best fuel economy. Overdrive can be deactivated by pressing the transaxle control switch (TCS) located on the floor. Driving • N (Neutral) The wheels of the transaxle are on. • D (Overdrive) Note that the vehicle's gearshift is off (not illuminated) during normal vehicle operation. Your vehicle will illuminate in...
Owner's Manual
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... injuring yourself or others. 146 This tire should be replaced as soon as possible. Roadside emergencies CHANGING TIRES Park your vehicle further by blocking the wheels. Secure your vehicle in such a position that the vehicle is on a slope is designed for emergency use the temporary spare tire continuously or do not... transaxle or, if the vehicle has an automatic transaxle, select the P (Park) position. This spare is smaller than a regular tire and is unavoidable, block the wheels.
... injuring yourself or others. 146 This tire should be replaced as soon as possible. Roadside emergencies CHANGING TIRES Park your vehicle further by blocking the wheels. Secure your vehicle in such a position that the vehicle is on a slope is designed for emergency use the temporary spare tire continuously or do not... transaxle or, if the vehicle has an automatic transaxle, select the P (Park) position. This spare is smaller than a regular tire and is unavoidable, block the wheels.
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... type of the floor cover in the luggage compartment. MAX 80 km/h MAX 50 mph Removing the spare tire and tools 1. Lift out the spare wheel. 4. Unscrew the jack bolt and remove jack. 5. Roadside emergencies When driving with a temporary spare tire: • Do not exceed the maximum speed of 80 ...only drive the shortest possible distance. • Do not exceed the permissible gross weight of the vehicle. • Do not install more than one spare wheel on your vehicle at any one time. • Do not use snow chains on the floor under the floor cover in the luggage compartment. 2. ...
... type of the floor cover in the luggage compartment. MAX 80 km/h MAX 50 mph Removing the spare tire and tools 1. Lift out the spare wheel. 4. Unscrew the jack bolt and remove jack. 5. Roadside emergencies When driving with a temporary spare tire: • Do not exceed the maximum speed of 80 ...only drive the shortest possible distance. • Do not exceed the permissible gross weight of the vehicle. • Do not install more than one spare wheel on your vehicle at any one time. • Do not use snow chains on the floor under the floor cover in the luggage compartment. 2. ...
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... slightly. 7. Place jack with complete support surface on the ground. 8. Roadside emergencies Tire changing procedure Removing a tire 1. Unscrew and remove the wheel nuts and remove the wheel. 148 Jack up the vehicle until the tire is clear of the jack handle between the rim and hub cover and push in. The driver...
... slightly. 7. Place jack with complete support surface on the ground. 8. Roadside emergencies Tire changing procedure Removing a tire 1. Unscrew and remove the wheel nuts and remove the wheel. 148 Jack up the vehicle until the tire is clear of the jack handle between the rim and hub cover and push in. The driver...
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Screw on the wheel nuts, ensuring the tapered end of the hand. 6. Stow the jack and damaged tire in a clockwise direction. 3. Roadside emergencies Replacing a tire 1. Fully tighten the wheel nuts in a crosswise pattern. 5. Push the spare tire onto the wheel studs. 2. Align the hub cap with the valve and push firmly into position with the ball of the wheel nuts are facing the wheel, and secure in the luggage compartment by turning the handle counterclockwise. 4. Lower the vehicle and remove the jack by reversing the spare tire removal instructions. 4 3 1 2 149
Screw on the wheel nuts, ensuring the tapered end of the hand. 6. Stow the jack and damaged tire in a clockwise direction. 3. Roadside emergencies Replacing a tire 1. Fully tighten the wheel nuts in a crosswise pattern. 5. Push the spare tire onto the wheel studs. 2. Align the hub cap with the valve and push firmly into position with the ball of the wheel nuts are facing the wheel, and secure in the luggage compartment by turning the handle counterclockwise. 4. Lower the vehicle and remove the jack by reversing the spare tire removal instructions. 4 3 1 2 149
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Roadside emergencies WRECKER TOWING If towing is necessary, it is recommended that your vehicle be towed with slingbelt equipment. Do not tow with a wheel lift or flatbed equipment. Ford Motor Company has not developed or approved a T-hook or slingbelt towing procedure. 156
Roadside emergencies WRECKER TOWING If towing is necessary, it is recommended that your vehicle be towed with slingbelt equipment. Do not tow with a wheel lift or flatbed equipment. Ford Motor Company has not developed or approved a T-hook or slingbelt towing procedure. 156
Owner's Manual
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... the bumper when you tow your vehicle. Manual transaxle Do not tow your vehicle at a speed faster than 80 km (50 miles) unless the drive wheels are placed on dollies. Never use a tow bar that attaches to the off position and • unlock the steering... wheel. This could damage the bumper and cause an accident. 157 Automatic transaxle Do not tow your vehicle at a speed faster than 55 km/h (35 mph) ...
... the bumper when you tow your vehicle. Manual transaxle Do not tow your vehicle at a speed faster than 80 km (50 miles) unless the drive wheels are placed on dollies. Never use a tow bar that attaches to the off position and • unlock the steering... wheel. This could damage the bumper and cause an accident. 157 Automatic transaxle Do not tow your vehicle at a speed faster than 55 km/h (35 mph) ...
Owner's Manual
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Turn off the engine and remove the key. 3. Turn off the engine and remove the key. 3. Working with engine off (manual transaxle) 1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in P (Park). 2. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. 160 Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. Set the parking brake fully and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in 1 (first) or R (Reverse). 2. Maintenance and care Working with engine off (automatic transaxle) 1.
Turn off the engine and remove the key. 3. Turn off the engine and remove the key. 3. Working with engine off (manual transaxle) 1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in P (Park). 2. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. 160 Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. Set the parking brake fully and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in 1 (first) or R (Reverse). 2. Maintenance and care Working with engine off (automatic transaxle) 1.
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Working with engine on (manual transaxle) 1. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. 161 Maintenance and care Working with engine on (automatic transaxle) 1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in P (Park). 2. Set the parking brake fully and ensure the gearshift is running. Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is securely latched in neutral. 2.
Working with engine on (manual transaxle) 1. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. 161 Maintenance and care Working with engine on (automatic transaxle) 1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in P (Park). 2. Set the parking brake fully and ensure the gearshift is running. Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is securely latched in neutral. 2.
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Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Maintenance and care Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to a ...level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under controlled conditions on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. The grade C corresponds to dissipate heat when tested under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. The ...
Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Maintenance and care Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to a ...level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under controlled conditions on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. The grade C corresponds to dissipate heat when tested under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. The ...
Owner's Manual
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Maintenance and care Dispose of worn tires in accordance with local environmental regulations. When purchasing replacement tires for use on this vehicle. Refer to the Safety Compliance Certification label to determine the specific size tire and wheel Ford Motor Company recommends for your vehicle, consult your dealer or a qualified service technician to ensure that the correct tire type is used. 187
Maintenance and care Dispose of worn tires in accordance with local environmental regulations. When purchasing replacement tires for use on this vehicle. Refer to the Safety Compliance Certification label to determine the specific size tire and wheel Ford Motor Company recommends for your vehicle, consult your dealer or a qualified service technician to ensure that the correct tire type is used. 187
Owner's Manual
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Observe the application instructions on the products. Do not use abrasives that will damage the finish of your vehicle. Never use acid-based wheel cleaners, steel wool, fuel or strong detergents. Use a tar remover to clean the body of special wheel surfaces. Cleaning the wheels Wash the wheels with touch-up paint, paint repair foil or aerosol spray from road debris may be repaired with the same detergent you use to remove grease and tar. 212 Maintenance and care Repairing paint chips Minor scratches or paint damage from the Ford accessories line.
Observe the application instructions on the products. Do not use abrasives that will damage the finish of your vehicle. Never use acid-based wheel cleaners, steel wool, fuel or strong detergents. Use a tar remover to clean the body of special wheel surfaces. Cleaning the wheels Wash the wheels with touch-up paint, paint repair foil or aerosol spray from road debris may be repaired with the same detergent you use to remove grease and tar. 212 Maintenance and care Repairing paint chips Minor scratches or paint damage from the Ford accessories line.