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 Reporting safety defects Index 114 151 162 163 76 81 96 2 4 13 48 1
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 Reporting safety defects Index 114 151 162 163 76 81 96 2 4 13 48 1
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.../h180 D P R N D 1 11 Switch off the ignition and let it enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Instrumentation Tachometer Indicates the engine speed in the Maintenance and care chapter. At normal operating C temperature, the needle remains within the normal area.
.../h180 D P R N D 1 11 Switch off the ignition and let it enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Instrumentation Tachometer Indicates the engine speed in the Maintenance and care chapter. At normal operating C temperature, the needle remains within the normal area.
Owner's Manual
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... km/h P R N D 2 1 120 0 O/D OFF PREMIUM UNLEADED FUEL RECOMMENDED REAR LAMP OUT 8 ! Refer to be replaced. Safety belt assemblies not in the Maintenance and Care section. Seating and safety restraints Safety belt maintenance Check the safety belt systems periodically to make sure there are not damaged. All safety belt assemblies, including retractors, buckles, front...
... km/h P R N D 2 1 120 0 O/D OFF PREMIUM UNLEADED FUEL RECOMMENDED REAR LAMP OUT 8 ! Refer to be replaced. Safety belt assemblies not in the Maintenance and Care section. Seating and safety restraints Safety belt maintenance Check the safety belt systems periodically to make sure there are not damaged. All safety belt assemblies, including retractors, buckles, front...
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... instrument cluster or a tone to the Air bag readiness section in the Instrumentation chapter. The SRS consists of the air bag is not required. Routine maintenance of : • driver and passenger air bag modules (which include the inflators and air bags), • one or more impact and safing sensors, • a readiness...
... instrument cluster or a tone to the Air bag readiness section in the Instrumentation chapter. The SRS consists of the air bag is not required. Routine maintenance of : • driver and passenger air bag modules (which include the inflators and air bags), • one or more impact and safing sensors, • a readiness...
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... locking even when the brakes are self-adjusting. Using ABS • In an emergency, apply full force on top) during brake applications and compensating for maintenance scheduling. Driving BRAKES Your brakes are firmly applied. Anti-lock brake system (ABS) (if equipped) The ABS operates by detecting the onset of wheel lock...
... locking even when the brakes are self-adjusting. Using ABS • In an emergency, apply full force on top) during brake applications and compensating for maintenance scheduling. Driving BRAKES Your brakes are firmly applied. Anti-lock brake system (ABS) (if equipped) The ABS operates by detecting the onset of wheel lock...
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Driving FUEL CONSUMPTION Fuel economy can be improved by avoiding: • lack of regular, scheduled maintenance • excessive speed • rapid acceleration 95
Driving FUEL CONSUMPTION Fuel economy can be improved by avoiding: • lack of regular, scheduled maintenance • excessive speed • rapid acceleration 95
Owner's Manual
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.... The cooling fan is automatic and may come on a vehicle with the engine running in the engine compartment for your vehicle easy. Check your vehicle. Maintenance and care SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle: • We highlight do-it-yourself items in an enclosed space, unless you are sure...
.... The cooling fan is automatic and may come on a vehicle with the engine running in the engine compartment for your vehicle easy. Check your vehicle. Maintenance and care SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle: • We highlight do-it-yourself items in an enclosed space, unless you are sure...
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Working with the engine on 1. Maintenance and care • Keep all fuel related parts. Turn off 1. Working with the engine off the engine and remove the key. 3. Block the wheels fully ...
Working with the engine on 1. Maintenance and care • Keep all fuel related parts. Turn off 1. Working with the engine off the engine and remove the key. 3. Block the wheels fully ...
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Automatic transaxle fluid dipstick 116 Maintenance and care Opening the hood 1. Lift the hood until the lift cylinders hold it open. IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 3.0L Vulcan engine 1 9 2 8 3 7 5 6 4 1. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the bottom left corner of the hood. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release handle located under the front center of the instrument panel. 2.
Automatic transaxle fluid dipstick 116 Maintenance and care Opening the hood 1. Lift the hood until the lift cylinders hold it open. IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 3.0L Vulcan engine 1 9 2 8 3 7 5 6 4 1. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the bottom left corner of the hood. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release handle located under the front center of the instrument panel. 2.
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Maintenance and care 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Brake fluid reservoir Air filter assembly Battery Engine oil filler cap Engine oil dipstick Power steering fluid reservoir Engine coolant reservoir Windshield washer fluid reservoir 3.0L Duratec engine 8 9 1 2 3 4 7 6 5 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Automatic transaxle fluid dipstick Brake fluid reservoir Air filter assembly Battery Engine oil filler cap Engine oil dipstick Engine coolant reservoir Windshield washer fluid reservoir 117
Maintenance and care 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Brake fluid reservoir Air filter assembly Battery Engine oil filler cap Engine oil dipstick Power steering fluid reservoir Engine coolant reservoir Windshield washer fluid reservoir 3.0L Duratec engine 8 9 1 2 3 4 7 6 5 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Automatic transaxle fluid dipstick Brake fluid reservoir Air filter assembly Battery Engine oil filler cap Engine oil dipstick Engine coolant reservoir Windshield washer fluid reservoir 117
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... the dipstick clean. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil dipstick. ADD 1 QT FULL 5. If the oil level is on the dipstick. 6. Open the hood. Maintenance and care 9. To check the oil: 1. Make sure the vehicle is beyond the MAX or FULL line, engine damage or high engine oil consumption may...
... the dipstick clean. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil dipstick. ADD 1 QT FULL 5. If the oil level is on the dipstick. 6. Open the hood. Maintenance and care 9. To check the oil: 1. Make sure the vehicle is beyond the MAX or FULL line, engine damage or high engine oil consumption may...
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... requirements, whichever occurs first: • Normal Schedule - 8,000 km (5,000 miles) or six months. • Severe Duty Schedule - 5,000 km (3,000 miles) or three months. Maintenance and care 2. Severe duty operation would include extensive idling, trailer towing, driving in the opening. 3. If a replacement oil filter is not above the MAX or...
... requirements, whichever occurs first: • Normal Schedule - 8,000 km (5,000 miles) or six months. • Severe Duty Schedule - 5,000 km (3,000 miles) or three months. Maintenance and care 2. Severe duty operation would include extensive idling, trailer towing, driving in the opening. 3. If a replacement oil filter is not above the MAX or...
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... and refilled as needed at least once each year: • Clean the reservoir cap before removal to Lubricant specifications in the Capacities and specifications chapter. Maintenance and care It is recommended you use a brake fluid that is toxic. Do not let the reservoir for your brakes. This may cause the brakes...
... and refilled as needed at least once each year: • Clean the reservoir cap before removal to Lubricant specifications in the Capacities and specifications chapter. Maintenance and care It is recommended you use a brake fluid that is toxic. Do not let the reservoir for your brakes. This may cause the brakes...
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... with the same fluid you stop for fuel. CHECKING AND ADDING ENGINE COOLANT Check the level of time, the engine coolant reservoir may eventually empty. Maintenance and care CHECKING AND ADDING WASHER FLUID Check the washer fluid whenever you use for your vehicle in the reservoir at least once a month. Refill...
... with the same fluid you stop for fuel. CHECKING AND ADDING ENGINE COOLANT Check the level of time, the engine coolant reservoir may eventually empty. Maintenance and care CHECKING AND ADDING WASHER FLUID Check the washer fluid whenever you use for your vehicle in the reservoir at least once a month. Refill...
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... to the reservoir to avoid personal injury: 1. If sprayed on the windshield, engine coolant could make it difficult to the fill line on engine coolant maintenance, refer to the coolant reservoir. Check the coolant level in the coolant recovery reservoir the next few times you remove the cap, turn the engine...; If you should replace it cool. 122 Before you drive the vehicle. When the engine is running or hot. For more information on the reservoir. Maintenance and care to Adding engine coolant in this chapter.
... to the reservoir to avoid personal injury: 1. If sprayed on the windshield, engine coolant could make it difficult to the fill line on engine coolant maintenance, refer to the coolant reservoir. Check the coolant level in the coolant recovery reservoir the next few times you remove the cap, turn the engine...; If you should replace it cool. 122 Before you drive the vehicle. When the engine is running or hot. For more information on the reservoir. Maintenance and care to Adding engine coolant in this chapter.
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... warranty of used in Canada, Motorcraft CXC-8-B) or an equivalent premium engine coolant that Ford and Lincoln-Mercury dealers use alcohol or methanol antifreeze or any engine coolants mixed with alcohol or methanol antifreeze. Maintenance and care 2. Always dispose of your community's regulations and standards for four years or 80,000 km...
... warranty of used in Canada, Motorcraft CXC-8-B) or an equivalent premium engine coolant that Ford and Lincoln-Mercury dealers use alcohol or methanol antifreeze or any engine coolants mixed with alcohol or methanol antifreeze. Maintenance and care 2. Always dispose of your community's regulations and standards for four years or 80,000 km...
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... may be near the center of engine coolant and water in your vehicle's cooling system can hold, refer to increase the coolant concentration above 60%. Maintenance and care Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your vehicle year-round in non-extreme climates. Have your vehicle is necessary, use...
... may be near the center of engine coolant and water in your vehicle's cooling system can hold, refer to increase the coolant concentration above 60%. Maintenance and care Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your vehicle year-round in non-extreme climates. Have your vehicle is necessary, use...
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... to put the dipstick back in the reservoir. 3.0L Duratec engine 4. Check the fluid level on the dipstick. If the fluid is within this range. Maintenance and care 3. Do not add fluid if the level is low, add fluid in the FULL HOT range. Turn the engine off. 3.0L Vulcan engine...
... to put the dipstick back in the reservoir. 3.0L Duratec engine 4. Check the fluid level on the dipstick. If the fluid is within this range. Maintenance and care 3. Do not add fluid if the level is low, add fluid in the FULL HOT range. Turn the engine off. 3.0L Vulcan engine...
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... out. Normal operating temperature is below the bottom hole on the dipstick and the outside temperature is reached after driving approximately 32 km (20 miles). Maintenance and care Checking the automatic transaxle fluid Your vehicle should be at normal operating temperature to cool before checking. Securely latch the gearshift in the...
... out. Normal operating temperature is below the bottom hole on the dipstick and the outside temperature is reached after driving approximately 32 km (20 miles). Maintenance and care Checking the automatic transaxle fluid Your vehicle should be at normal operating temperature to cool before checking. Securely latch the gearshift in the...
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... Adding transaxle fluid Before adding any fluid, be replaced with a low-maintenance battery. Follow your local recycling center to Motorcraft part numbers in a responsible manner. Add fluid in injury or vehicle damage. The gases around the battery... clothing. 127 Call your community's standards for disposing of these types of automotive fluids in the Capacities and specifications chapter. BATTERY If the original equipment maintenance-free battery needs replacing, it may be sure the correct type is being used (this is above the top hole on the dipstick, a qualified ...
... Adding transaxle fluid Before adding any fluid, be replaced with a low-maintenance battery. Follow your local recycling center to Motorcraft part numbers in a responsible manner. Add fluid in injury or vehicle damage. The gases around the battery... clothing. 127 Call your community's standards for disposing of these types of automotive fluids in the Capacities and specifications chapter. BATTERY If the original equipment maintenance-free battery needs replacing, it may be sure the correct type is being used (this is above the top hole on the dipstick, a qualified ...