Owner's Manual
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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 Index 148 187 192 204 205 112 117 132 2 4 23 91 All rights reserved. Reproduction by any means, electronic or ...mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Copyright 1998...
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 Index 148 187 192 204 205 112 117 132 2 4 23 91 All rights reserved. Reproduction by any means, electronic or ...mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Copyright 1998...
Owner's Manual
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... when the ignition switch is turned off, the volume will either illuminate or turn the audio system on . Those controls which have a function for the specific mode of operation selected will be lit, while the controls which have no function for that mode will be turned off. Volume/power control Press...
... when the ignition switch is turned off, the volume will either illuminate or turn the audio system on . Those controls which have a function for the specific mode of operation selected will be lit, while the controls which have no function for that mode will be turned off. Volume/power control Press...
Owner's Manual
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... to be used as a pair. 1) Use the shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only. Seating and safety restraints Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one person. The front and rear outboard safety restraints in the buckle. 2. Insert the...
... to be used as a pair. 1) Use the shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only. Seating and safety restraints Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one person. The front and rear outboard safety restraints in the buckle. 2. Insert the...
Owner's Manual
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... restraints for child safety seats (as specified by qualified personnel. Air bags MUST BE disposed of by your local and state or provincial laws for specific requirements regarding the safety of children in this chapter for special instructions about using air bags. Never let a passenger hold a child on how to the...
... restraints for child safety seats (as specified by qualified personnel. Air bags MUST BE disposed of by your local and state or provincial laws for specific requirements regarding the safety of children in this chapter for special instructions about using air bags. Never let a passenger hold a child on how to the...
Owner's Manual
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...) including instructions, may be obtained at each rear seating position) have been provided in forward direction to attach anchor hardware, if desired. Be sure to specifications. Seating and safety restraints 5. Otherwise, the safety seat may not be properly secured and the child may be injured in place. Contact the manufacturer of... the child seat in Canada include a tether anchor hardware kit. Before placing the child into the child seat, forcibly tilt the child seat from any Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer.
...) including instructions, may be obtained at each rear seating position) have been provided in forward direction to attach anchor hardware, if desired. Be sure to specifications. Seating and safety restraints 5. Otherwise, the safety seat may not be properly secured and the child may be injured in place. Contact the manufacturer of... the child seat in Canada include a tether anchor hardware kit. Before placing the child into the child seat, forcibly tilt the child seat from any Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer.
Owner's Manual
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...on the driver's door pillar. • GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) : Carrying capacity for each vehicle and is not a limit or a specification. • GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) : Maximum total weight of cargo, passengers and optional equipment. The GVW is listed on the Safety ...AXLE (IF EQUIPPED) This axle provides added traction on a poor traction surface. VEHICLE LOADING Before loading a vehicle, familiarize yourself with one wheel is specific to the driver. Selecting 1 (Low) at higher speeds causes the transmission to shift to a lower gear, and will shift to 1 (Low) ...
...on the driver's door pillar. • GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) : Carrying capacity for each vehicle and is not a limit or a specification. • GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) : Maximum total weight of cargo, passengers and optional equipment. The GVW is listed on the Safety ...AXLE (IF EQUIPPED) This axle provides added traction on a poor traction surface. VEHICLE LOADING Before loading a vehicle, familiarize yourself with one wheel is specific to the driver. Selecting 1 (Low) at higher speeds causes the transmission to shift to a lower gear, and will shift to 1 (Low) ...
Owner's Manual
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.../h (55 mph) when towing a trailer. When towing a trailer: • Use a lower gear when towing up trailer lamps. Do not attach safety chains to the manufacturer's specifications. Your vehicle may cause internal transmission damage and void your warranty coverage. See your dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for...
.../h (55 mph) when towing a trailer. When towing a trailer: • Use a lower gear when towing up trailer lamps. Do not attach safety chains to the manufacturer's specifications. Your vehicle may cause internal transmission damage and void your warranty coverage. See your dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for...
Owner's Manual
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Motorcraft parts are designed and built to specifications. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). 2. Working with the engine on a vehicle with the engine off the engine ...
Motorcraft parts are designed and built to specifications. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). 2. Working with the engine on a vehicle with the engine off the engine ...
Owner's Manual
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... removed from the engine by the American Petroleum Institute. 152 For instructions, refer to Checking the engine oil in and ensure it is fully seated. Ford oil specification is not above the MAX mark may cause engine damage. Use SAE 5W-30 motor oil certified for this chapter. 2. Recheck the engine oil...
... removed from the engine by the American Petroleum Institute. 152 For instructions, refer to Checking the engine oil in and ensure it is fully seated. Ford oil specification is not above the MAX mark may cause engine damage. Use SAE 5W-30 motor oil certified for this chapter. 2. Recheck the engine oil...
Owner's Manual
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... engine treatments. Maintenance and care Do not use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter (or another brand meeting Ford specifications) for your engine application. Change your warranty. Clean the reservoir cap before removal to the appropriate schedule listed in the...should be experienced. Refer to engine damage which is used that does not meet Ford specifications. Visually inspect the fluid level. 3. They are designed for the service interval schedules: 1. Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oil filters are unnecessary and could, under certain conditions...
... engine treatments. Maintenance and care Do not use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter (or another brand meeting Ford specifications) for your engine application. Change your warranty. Clean the reservoir cap before removal to the appropriate schedule listed in the...should be experienced. Refer to engine damage which is used that does not meet Ford specifications. Visually inspect the fluid level. 3. They are designed for the service interval schedules: 1. Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oil filters are unnecessary and could, under certain conditions...
Owner's Manual
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... system. Do not use supplemental coolant additives in Canada, Motorcraft CXC-10) or an equivalent premium engine coolant that meets Ford specification ESE-M97B44-A. Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your vehicle's cooling system can hold, refer to Refill capacities...according to the appropriate schedule listed in non-extreme climates. 156 DO NOT USE Ford Extended Life Engine Coolant F6AZ-19544-AA, meeting Ford specification WSS-M97B44-D (orange in which meets Ford specification ESE-M97B44-A, and use of used automotive fluids in a responsible manner. Never increase...
... system. Do not use supplemental coolant additives in Canada, Motorcraft CXC-10) or an equivalent premium engine coolant that meets Ford specification ESE-M97B44-A. Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your vehicle's cooling system can hold, refer to Refill capacities...according to the appropriate schedule listed in non-extreme climates. 156 DO NOT USE Ford Extended Life Engine Coolant F6AZ-19544-AA, meeting Ford specification WSS-M97B44-D (orange in which meets Ford specification ESE-M97B44-A, and use of used automotive fluids in a responsible manner. Never increase...
Owner's Manual
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...(1/2 pint) increments through the filler tube until the level is normally indicated on the dipstick and/or dipstick handle and also in the Lubricant specifications section in this range if at ambient temperature (10°C-35°C [50°F-95°F]). High fluid levels can be removed by an...adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is used is correct. If an overfill occurs, excess fluid should be in the Capacities and specifications chapter. DON'T ADD High fluid level Fluid levels above the safe range may cause shift and/or engagement concerns and/or possible damage. ...
...(1/2 pint) increments through the filler tube until the level is normally indicated on the dipstick and/or dipstick handle and also in the Lubricant specifications section in this range if at ambient temperature (10°C-35°C [50°F-95°F]). High fluid levels can be removed by an...adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is used is correct. If an overfill occurs, excess fluid should be in the Capacities and specifications chapter. DON'T ADD High fluid level Fluid levels above the safe range may cause shift and/or engagement concerns and/or possible damage. ...
Owner's Manual
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... as indicated in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide. To make sure your vehicle's tires perform different jobs, they often wear differently. The grade C corresponds to recommended specifications found on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. If you notice that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
... as indicated in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide. To make sure your vehicle's tires perform different jobs, they often wear differently. The grade C corresponds to recommended specifications found on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. If you notice that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Owner's Manual
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... when using snow tires and chains: • Use only SAE Class S chains. • Install chains securely, verifying that steel wheels (of the same size and specifications) be the same size and grade as chains may chip aluminum wheels. The tires on your vehicle have on dry roads. • The suspension insulation...
... when using snow tires and chains: • Use only SAE Class S chains. • Install chains securely, verifying that steel wheels (of the same size and specifications) be the same size and grade as chains may chip aluminum wheels. The tires on your vehicle have on dry roads. • The suspension insulation...
Owner's Manual
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... sticker Every new vehicle should be your guide for high speed driving. To make sure that the catalytic converter and other vehicles. Refer to Lubricant Specifications. • Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in the lower left corner of operation and...
... sticker Every new vehicle should be your guide for high speed driving. To make sure that the catalytic converter and other vehicles. Refer to Lubricant Specifications. • Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in the lower left corner of operation and...
Owner's Manual
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... vehicle or engine. Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are used for maintenance replacements or for complete emission warranty information. 177 Illumination of the charging... fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke or loss of components affecting emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide are not permitted to your Scheduled Maintenance Guide... device or prevent it from working properly. The emission system heats up specifications.
... vehicle or engine. Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are used for maintenance replacements or for complete emission warranty information. 177 Illumination of the charging... fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke or loss of components affecting emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide are not permitted to your Scheduled Maintenance Guide... device or prevent it from working properly. The emission system heats up specifications.
Owner's Manual
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DO NOT USE Ford Extended Life Engine Coolant (orange in color). Traction-Lok axles use 2.2-2.4L (4.75-5.0 pints) of 187 Capacities and specifications MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component Air filter element Fuel filter Battery (standard) Battery (optional) Oil filter PCV valve Spark plugs* 4.6L SOHC V8 engine... is used for normal service. See your Scheduled Maintenance Guide for spark plug gap information. Refer to line on Washer Concentrate reservoir Ford Part Name Motorcraft 5W-30 Super Premium Motor Oil High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Motorcraft MERCON ATF 1 Use...
DO NOT USE Ford Extended Life Engine Coolant (orange in color). Traction-Lok axles use 2.2-2.4L (4.75-5.0 pints) of 187 Capacities and specifications MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component Air filter element Fuel filter Battery (standard) Battery (optional) Oil filter PCV valve Spark plugs* 4.6L SOHC V8 engine... is used for normal service. See your Scheduled Maintenance Guide for spark plug gap information. Refer to line on Washer Concentrate reservoir Ford Part Name Motorcraft 5W-30 Super Premium Motor Oil High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Motorcraft MERCON ATF 1 Use...
Owner's Manual
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... name High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Silicone Lubricant Ford Premium Engine Coolant Ford part number C6AZ-19542-AB Ford specification ESA-M6C25-A and DOT 3 Door weatherstrips Engine coolant Engine oil Hinges, latches, striker plates, fuel filler door hinge and... MERCON ATF Motorcraft MERCON V ATF 188 Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of additive friction modifier C8AZ-19B546-A, Ford specification EST-M2C118-A for complete refill of the filler hole. Capacities and specifications rear axle lubricant. Service refill capacities are determined by filling the rear axle 6 mm to 14 mm (1/4...
... name High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Silicone Lubricant Ford Premium Engine Coolant Ford part number C6AZ-19542-AB Ford specification ESA-M6C25-A and DOT 3 Door weatherstrips Engine coolant Engine oil Hinges, latches, striker plates, fuel filler door hinge and... MERCON ATF Motorcraft MERCON V ATF 188 Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of additive friction modifier C8AZ-19B546-A, Ford specification EST-M2C118-A for complete refill of the filler hole. Capacities and specifications rear axle lubricant. Service refill capacities are determined by filling the rear axle 6 mm to 14 mm (1/4...
Owner's Manual
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... 87 octane 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 1.3-1.4 mm (0.052-0.056 inch) Coil on plug 9.0:1 1 189 Capacities and specifications Item Rear axle lubricant1 Windshield washer fluid Ford part name Motorcraft SAE 80W90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant Ultra-Clear Windshield Washer Concentrate Ford part number XY-80W90-QL Ford specification WSP-M2C197_A C9AZ-19550-AC ESR-M17P5-A Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of...
... 87 octane 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 1.3-1.4 mm (0.052-0.056 inch) Coil on plug 9.0:1 1 189 Capacities and specifications Item Rear axle lubricant1 Windshield washer fluid Ford part name Motorcraft SAE 80W90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant Ultra-Clear Windshield Washer Concentrate Ford part number XY-80W90-QL Ford specification WSP-M2C197_A C9AZ-19550-AC ESR-M17P5-A Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of...