Owner's Manual
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...such as the engine starts. START, cranks the engine. Rotate to the second position to activate your headlamps under these conditions. Key position when driving. 4. The Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) system does not activate with a reduced output. On 2 vehicles with a manual transaxle ON push ...headlamps. Warning lights illuminated. To activate: • the ignition must be in the OFF or Parking lamps position. LOCK, locks the steering wheel, 3 gearshift lever (automatic transaxle only) and allows key removal. ON, all electrical circuits operational. Release the key as soon as the ...
...such as the engine starts. START, cranks the engine. Rotate to the second position to activate your headlamps under these conditions. Key position when driving. 4. The Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) system does not activate with a reduced output. On 2 vehicles with a manual transaxle ON push ...headlamps. Warning lights illuminated. To activate: • the ignition must be in the OFF or Parking lamps position. LOCK, locks the steering wheel, 3 gearshift lever (automatic transaxle only) and allows key removal. ON, all electrical circuits operational. Release the key as soon as the ...
Owner's Manual
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...light will come on bottom) to -metal," "continuous grinding" or "continuous squeal" sound is normal and indicates proper functioning of wheel lockup during hard braking with the vehicle's brake system. Pedal pulsation coupled with an anti-lock braking system (ABS), a noise from... prevented from the hydraulic pump motor and pulsation in the steering wheel while braking, the vehicle should be heard during ABS braking events. however, they may be inspected by a qualified service technician. Driving BRAKES Your service brakes are firmly applied. Occasional brake noise is...
...light will come on bottom) to -metal," "continuous grinding" or "continuous squeal" sound is normal and indicates proper functioning of wheel lockup during hard braking with the vehicle's brake system. Pedal pulsation coupled with an anti-lock braking system (ABS), a noise from... prevented from the hydraulic pump motor and pulsation in the steering wheel while braking, the vehicle should be heard during ABS braking events. however, they may be inspected by a qualified service technician. Driving BRAKES Your service brakes are firmly applied. Occasional brake noise is...
Owner's Manual
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... is disabled and normal braking is still effective unless the brake warning light also remains BRAKE illuminated with this braking technique. The four wheel ABS will be serviced. However, avoid taking any unnecessary risks. Parking brake Apply the parking brake whenever the vehicle is turned to ...apply the brakes or always reduce stopping distance. Driving ABS warning lamp ABS The ABS warning lamp in front of your vehicle serviced immediately.) Using ABS • In an emergency or when...
... is disabled and normal braking is still effective unless the brake warning light also remains BRAKE illuminated with this braking technique. The four wheel ABS will be serviced. However, avoid taking any unnecessary risks. Parking brake Apply the parking brake whenever the vehicle is turned to ...apply the brakes or always reduce stopping distance. Driving ABS warning lamp ABS The ABS warning lamp in front of your vehicle serviced immediately.) Using ABS • In an emergency or when...
Owner's Manual
Page 100
...turned off), you can be adversely affected. Power steering uses energy from the engine to wear out quickly and reduce fuel economy. Driving with power steering. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is not recommended to release the brake. If ... latched in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or in the P ! To prevent damage to the power steering pump: • Never hold the steering wheel to stop a moving vehicle. instrument cluster illuminates and remains illuminated (when the ignition is turned ON) until the BRAKE parking brake is running. •...
...turned off), you can be adversely affected. Power steering uses energy from the engine to wear out quickly and reduce fuel economy. Driving with power steering. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is not recommended to release the brake. If ... latched in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or in the P ! To prevent damage to the power steering pump: • Never hold the steering wheel to stop a moving vehicle. instrument cluster illuminates and remains illuminated (when the ignition is turned ON) until the BRAKE parking brake is running. •...
Owner's Manual
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... the brake pedal, and remove the shift-lock override cap with the brake pedal depressed: 1. Driving If the steering wanders or pulls, the condition could be caused by any of the following: • underinflated tire(s) on any wheel(s) • uneven vehicle loading • high crown in center of road • high crosswinds...
... the brake pedal, and remove the shift-lock override cap with the brake pedal depressed: 1. Driving If the steering wanders or pulls, the condition could be caused by any of the following: • underinflated tire(s) on any wheel(s) • uneven vehicle loading • high crown in center of road • high crosswinds...
Owner's Manual
Page 103
...in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move unexpectedly and injure someone. Turn off the ignition whenever you move the gearshift lever from rotating. Driving Understanding gearshift positions Hold the brake pedal down , your vehicle. Make sure that the gearshift lever is latched in P (Park). Always ...securely latched in P (Park). You should always come to another position. P R N D D L 103 This locks the transaxle and prevents the front wheels from P (Park) to a complete stop before shifting into P (Park). If you do not hold the brake pedal down while you leave your vehicle...
...in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move unexpectedly and injure someone. Turn off the ignition whenever you move the gearshift lever from rotating. Driving Understanding gearshift positions Hold the brake pedal down , your vehicle. Make sure that the gearshift lever is latched in P (Park). Always ...securely latched in P (Park). You should always come to another position. P R N D D L 103 This locks the transaxle and prevents the front wheels from P (Park) to a complete stop before shifting into P (Park). If you do not hold the brake pedal down while you leave your vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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...transaxle cooling. • Anticipate stops and brake gradually. Exceeding the GCWR rating may not have enough braking power and your speed control. Driving Do not connect a trailer's hydraulic brake system directly to local and Federal regulations. Make sure your trailer lamps conform to your scheduled ... trailer attached. • If you tow a trailer for operation at the GVWR not GCWR. When turning, make wider turns so the trailer wheels will clear curbs and other obstacles. • Allow more information. The braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for long distances, your...
...transaxle cooling. • Anticipate stops and brake gradually. Exceeding the GCWR rating may not have enough braking power and your speed control. Driving Do not connect a trailer's hydraulic brake system directly to local and Federal regulations. Make sure your trailer lamps conform to your scheduled ... trailer attached. • If you tow a trailer for operation at the GVWR not GCWR. When turning, make wider turns so the trailer wheels will clear curbs and other obstacles. • Allow more information. The braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for long distances, your...
Owner's Manual
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... deep water where the transmission vent tube is unknown. DRIVING THROUGH WATER Do not drive quickly through deep or standing water is higher than the bottom of the hubs (for trucks) or the bottom of the wheel rims (for long periods of the loaded trailer weight. • After ...engine may also enter your engine's air intake and severely damage your hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts. • When stopped in P (Park) and increase idle speed. If driving through standing water, especially if the depth is submerged may allow water into the transmission and cause ...
... deep water where the transmission vent tube is unknown. DRIVING THROUGH WATER Do not drive quickly through deep or standing water is higher than the bottom of the hubs (for trucks) or the bottom of the wheel rims (for long periods of the loaded trailer weight. • After ...engine may also enter your engine's air intake and severely damage your hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts. • When stopped in P (Park) and increase idle speed. If driving through standing water, especially if the depth is submerged may allow water into the transmission and cause ...
Owner's Manual
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... could fail, causing you get a flat tire while driving, do not: • exceed 80 km/h (50 mph) under any other type of the road. When driving with the temporary spare tire do not apply the brake heavily. Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly move to repair the temporary spare tire... or remove it from its wheel • use only. Roadside emergencies Relays Relays are located in...
... could fail, causing you get a flat tire while driving, do not: • exceed 80 km/h (50 mph) under any other type of the road. When driving with the temporary spare tire do not apply the brake heavily. Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly move to repair the temporary spare tire... or remove it from its wheel • use only. Roadside emergencies Relays Relays are located in...
Owner's Manual
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... off the ground. 5. Turn the handle clockwise until the wheel is fastened 3 4 so it does not rattle when you are changing. Remove the jack and fully tighten 1 the lug nuts in the jack notch next to the door of the tire you drive. Put flat tire, jack and lug wrench away. Unblock... the wheels. 2 128 Remove the lug nuts with the spare tire, making sure the valve stem is raised off the ground. 6. Make...
... off the ground. 5. Turn the handle clockwise until the wheel is fastened 3 4 so it does not rattle when you are changing. Remove the jack and fully tighten 1 the lug nuts in the jack notch next to the door of the tire you drive. Put flat tire, jack and lug wrench away. Unblock... the wheels. 2 128 Remove the lug nuts with the spare tire, making sure the valve stem is raised off the ground. 6. Make...
Owner's Manual
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... towed, contact a professional towing service or, if you are a member, your vehicle is to be towed from the rear using wheel lift equipment, the front wheels (drive wheels) must be towed with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure. It is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicle damage may occur. Roadside...
... towed, contact a professional towing service or, if you are a member, your vehicle is to be towed from the rear using wheel lift equipment, the front wheels (drive wheels) must be towed with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure. It is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicle damage may occur. Roadside...
Owner's Manual
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While the engine idles, turn the steering wheel left and right several times. 3. It should be near the center of fluid leakage. If your vehicle has been operated for an extended period at ... about 30 minutes to allow fluid to your scheduled maintenance guide for scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes. To obtain an accurate fluid check, drive the vehicle until it reaches normal operating temperature (the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator will be turned off . 4. Check the fluid level in small amounts...
While the engine idles, turn the steering wheel left and right several times. 3. It should be near the center of fluid leakage. If your vehicle has been operated for an extended period at ... about 30 minutes to allow fluid to your scheduled maintenance guide for scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes. To obtain an accurate fluid check, drive the vehicle until it reaches normal operating temperature (the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator will be turned off . 4. Check the fluid level in small amounts...
Owner's Manual
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Traction AA A B C The traction grades, from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices, and differences in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure. 162 Those grades represent the tire's ability... Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. A tire marked C may depart significantly from highest to sudden tire failure. Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire...
Traction AA A B C The traction grades, from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices, and differences in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure. 162 Those grades represent the tire's ability... Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. A tire marked C may depart significantly from highest to sudden tire failure. Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire...
Owner's Manual
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... your vehicle when using snow tires and chains: • Do not use tire chains on aluminum wheels. If you hear the chains rub or bang against your vehicle. • Remove the tire chains...they are used on P185/65R14 tires. • Do not use tire chains with 38 cm (15 inch) wheel/tire options. Using chains on this does not work, remove the chains to prevent damage to your vehicle. ...is recommended that the chains do not touch any wiring, brake lines or fuel lines. • Drive cautiously. Maintenance and care SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS Snow tires must be used of the same size and...
... your vehicle when using snow tires and chains: • Do not use tire chains on aluminum wheels. If you hear the chains rub or bang against your vehicle. • Remove the tire chains...they are used on P185/65R14 tires. • Do not use tire chains with 38 cm (15 inch) wheel/tire options. Using chains on this does not work, remove the chains to prevent damage to your vehicle. ...is recommended that the chains do not touch any wiring, brake lines or fuel lines. • Drive cautiously. Maintenance and care SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS Snow tires must be used of the same size and...
Owner's Manual
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...16 km (8-10 miles) of this type could result in hilly terrain if unnecessary shifting between third and fourth gear occurs. Unnecessary shifting of driving. 173 Conditions • Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy at 105 km/h [65 mph]). • ...luggage racks) may reduce fuel economy. • Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy. • Fuel economy may decrease with the wheels out of time (greater than traveling at any speed. • Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy (approximately 0.4 km/L [1 mpg] is ...
...16 km (8-10 miles) of this type could result in hilly terrain if unnecessary shifting between third and fourth gear occurs. Unnecessary shifting of driving. 173 Conditions • Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy at 105 km/h [65 mph]). • ...luggage racks) may reduce fuel economy. • Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy. • Fuel economy may decrease with the wheels out of time (greater than traveling at any speed. • Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy (approximately 0.4 km/L [1 mpg] is ...
Owner's Manual
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... (see Speed control) ...46 Customer Assistance ...114 Ford accessories for your vehicle ...203 Ford Extended Service Plan ...196 Getting assistance outside the U.S. Index safety belts ...188 washing ...184 waxing ...184 wheels ...185 windows ...188 wiper blades ...186 woodtone trim... ...188 Climate control (see Air conditioning or Heating) ...38 Clock ...25, 33 Clutch fluid ...146 operation while driving...
... (see Speed control) ...46 Customer Assistance ...114 Ford accessories for your vehicle ...203 Ford Extended Service Plan ...196 Getting assistance outside the U.S. Index safety belts ...188 washing ...184 waxing ...184 wheels ...185 windows ...188 wiper blades ...186 woodtone trim... ...188 Climate control (see Air conditioning or Heating) ...38 Clock ...25, 33 Clutch fluid ...146 operation while driving...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 5th Printing
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...LS only) Additional services for: Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans Inspect and lubricate 4X2 ball joints (except F-450/F-550) Lubricate 4X2 wheel bearings, replace grease seals, and adjust bearings Change manual transmission fluid Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F Series, Expedition, Navigator, ...with dipstick. Normal Schedule Normal Schedule Replace fuel filter* Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Replace accessory drive belt(s) (Villager and Escort) Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid on all other vehicles, if equipped with AX4S, 4F50N, 4R70W,4R100, 4F27E.
...LS only) Additional services for: Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans Inspect and lubricate 4X2 ball joints (except F-450/F-550) Lubricate 4X2 wheel bearings, replace grease seals, and adjust bearings Change manual transmission fluid Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F Series, Expedition, Navigator, ...with dipstick. Normal Schedule Normal Schedule Replace fuel filter* Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Replace accessory drive belt(s) (Villager and Escort) Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid on all other vehicles, if equipped with AX4S, 4F50N, 4R70W,4R100, 4F27E.
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 5th Printing
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... the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle's useful life. We, however, urge that all rear wheel drive (RWD) vehicles (See page 34) Replace accessory drive belt(s) (if not replaced within last 100,000 miles) Replace climate-controlled seat filters (Navigator, if equipped) Additional services for: Light...
... the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle's useful life. We, however, urge that all rear wheel drive (RWD) vehicles (See page 34) Replace accessory drive belt(s) (if not replaced within last 100,000 miles) Replace climate-controlled seat filters (Navigator, if equipped) Additional services for: Light...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 5th Printing
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...fluid Change manual transmission fluid Inspect and lubricate U-joints Extensive idling and/or low-speed driving for long distances as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery Every 3,000 miles or...000 miles Replace fuel filter Every 30,000 miles Change automatic transmission fluid Lubricate 4X2 wheel bearings, replace grease seals, and adjust bearings Every 60,000 miles Replace spark plugs.... Special Operating Conditions Special Operating Conditions Items Needing Special Attention If you operate your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury primarily in heavy commercial use such as in one of the more demanding...
...fluid Change manual transmission fluid Inspect and lubricate U-joints Extensive idling and/or low-speed driving for long distances as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery Every 3,000 miles or...000 miles Replace fuel filter Every 30,000 miles Change automatic transmission fluid Lubricate 4X2 wheel bearings, replace grease seals, and adjust bearings Every 60,000 miles Replace spark plugs.... Special Operating Conditions Special Operating Conditions Items Needing Special Attention If you operate your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury primarily in heavy commercial use such as in one of the more demanding...