Owner's Manual
Page 4
Instrumentation Engine coolant Exterior lamps and temperature gauge turn signal lever (pg. 13) (pg. 26 and Speedometer pg. 9) Fuel gauge (pg. 13) Foglamp switch (pg. 13) (if equipped) (pg. 27) 50 E FUEL FILL Tachometer (if equipped) (pg. 14) Warning lights (pg. 6) 60 70 100 80 120 1 / 2 40 F 80 140 3 C H 30 40 60 90...
Instrumentation Engine coolant Exterior lamps and temperature gauge turn signal lever (pg. 13) (pg. 26 and Speedometer pg. 9) Fuel gauge (pg. 13) Foglamp switch (pg. 13) (if equipped) (pg. 27) 50 E FUEL FILL Tachometer (if equipped) (pg. 14) Warning lights (pg. 6) 60 70 100 80 120 1 / 2 40 F 80 140 3 C H 30 40 60 90...
Owner's Manual
Page 6
... FUEL 120 THEFT CHECK COOLANT 6 Instrumentation INSTRUMENT CLUSTERS Instrument cluster lights Base cluster lights 60 7 100 80 1 50 E FUEL FILL 12 / F 40 30 40 60 0 0 0 0 0 0 20 20 SERVICE ENGINE SOON 10 BRAKE P ! ABS 0 0 0 0 MPH km/h Sport cluster lights 60 70 100 80 12 50 E FUEL FILL 12 / 40... F C H 30 40 60 0 0 0 0 0 0 20 20 LOW FUEL SERVICE ENGINE SOON 10 BRAKE P ABS 0 0 0 0 MPH km/h Base cluster lights 60 70 100 80 120 50 E FUEL...
... FUEL 120 THEFT CHECK COOLANT 6 Instrumentation INSTRUMENT CLUSTERS Instrument cluster lights Base cluster lights 60 7 100 80 1 50 E FUEL FILL 12 / F 40 30 40 60 0 0 0 0 0 0 20 20 SERVICE ENGINE SOON 10 BRAKE P ! ABS 0 0 0 0 MPH km/h Sport cluster lights 60 70 100 80 12 50 E FUEL FILL 12 / 40... F C H 30 40 60 0 0 0 0 0 0 20 20 LOW FUEL SERVICE ENGINE SOON 10 BRAKE P ABS 0 0 0 0 MPH km/h Base cluster lights 60 70 100 80 120 50 E FUEL...
Owner's Manual
Page 7
... 0 0 0 160 100 20 20 SERVICE ENGINE SOON BRAKE ! The lights will also briefly illuminate when the ignition key is off . The light will also briefly illuminate when the ignition key is turned to ON and the engine is turned to ON and the engine is almost empty (approximately 8 liters [2 gallons...] remain). LOW FUEL SERVICE ENGINE SOON 7 The light will also illuminate, and will remain illuminated, when the ignition key is ...
... 0 0 0 160 100 20 20 SERVICE ENGINE SOON BRAKE ! The lights will also briefly illuminate when the ignition key is off . The light will also briefly illuminate when the ignition key is turned to ON and the engine is turned to ON and the engine is almost empty (approximately 8 liters [2 gallons...] remain). LOW FUEL SERVICE ENGINE SOON 7 The light will also illuminate, and will remain illuminated, when the ignition key is ...
Owner's Manual
Page 8
... the parking brake off . • If the lap/shoulder belt is buckled before the key is turned to the ON position, neither light or chime will illuminate when the engine is a reminder to the next highest manual transaxle gear for the maximum fuel economy. Upshift (if equipped) Illuminates when it is low... safety belt is buckled. • If the lap/shoulder belt is is illuminated buckled while and the chime is sounding, both will turn off , the light will activate.
... the parking brake off . • If the lap/shoulder belt is buckled before the key is turned to the ON position, neither light or chime will illuminate when the engine is a reminder to the next highest manual transaxle gear for the maximum fuel economy. Upshift (if equipped) Illuminates when it is low... safety belt is buckled. • If the lap/shoulder belt is is illuminated buckled while and the chime is sounding, both will turn off , the light will activate.
Owner's Manual
Page 9
...the ignition key is turned to ON and the engine is off. 9 ABS THEFT High beams Illuminates when the headlamp high beams are illuminated. Stop the vehicle and check the oil level as soon as possible. Do not drive the vehicle if the light remains on . Instrumentation Anti-lock brake system (... and the electrical system requires service. Charging Illuminates when there is low, not the low oil level. The light will also briefly illuminate when the ignition key is turned to ON and the engine is off . The light will also briefly illuminate when the ignition key is turned to ON and the...
...the ignition key is turned to ON and the engine is off. 9 ABS THEFT High beams Illuminates when the headlamp high beams are illuminated. Stop the vehicle and check the oil level as soon as possible. Do not drive the vehicle if the light remains on . Instrumentation Anti-lock brake system (... and the electrical system requires service. Charging Illuminates when there is low, not the low oil level. The light will also briefly illuminate when the ignition key is turned to ON and the engine is off . The light will also briefly illuminate when the ignition key is turned to ON and the...
Owner's Manual
Page 10
...illuminate when the ignition key is turned to ON and the engine is low coolant level or a problem with the engine coolant system. Warning chimes CHECK COOLANT Safety belt warning chime For information on warning light illumination, refer to Preparing to the Seating and safety restraints ...chapter. 10 Many of the lights illuminate briefly when you start the vehicle in the Starting chapter. Instrumentation Engine coolant Illuminates when there is off. For more information on the SRS warning chime, refer to start...
...illuminate when the ignition key is turned to ON and the engine is low coolant level or a problem with the engine coolant system. Warning chimes CHECK COOLANT Safety belt warning chime For information on warning light illumination, refer to Preparing to the Seating and safety restraints ...chapter. 10 Many of the lights illuminate briefly when you start the vehicle in the Starting chapter. Instrumentation Engine coolant Illuminates when there is off. For more information on the SRS warning chime, refer to start...
Owner's Manual
Page 26
For more information on the high beam headlamps, with a reduced light output, when: • the vehicle is running light (DRL) system (if equipped) The DRL system turns on the vehicle ignition and starting the engine. Headlamp switch Rotate the headlamp switch to start the vehicle in the OFF position 26 ON allows testing of... running • the vehicle has a fully released parking brake • the headlamp system is released. Controls and features ACC allows operation of the vehicle's warning lights. START cranks the engine.
For more information on the high beam headlamps, with a reduced light output, when: • the vehicle is running light (DRL) system (if equipped) The DRL system turns on the vehicle ignition and starting the engine. Headlamp switch Rotate the headlamp switch to start the vehicle in the OFF position 26 ON allows testing of... running • the vehicle has a fully released parking brake • the headlamp system is released. Controls and features ACC allows operation of the vehicle's warning lights. START cranks the engine.
Owner's Manual
Page 88
If a light fails to the ON position. 2. After idling for a few seconds, apply the brake and release the parking brake. 88 K AC C LOC 0 I ON II T AR ST III 5 40 30 40 60 80 20 20 LOW FUEL SERVICE ENGINE SOON ABS 10 MP km/ 0 120 80 140 90 100 1 10 CHECK COOLANT 160... 180 200 120 THEFT STARTING THE VEHICLE After completing the steps under Preparing to START and release. Starting 4. If the driver's safety belt is light does not fastened, the illuminate. Do...
If a light fails to the ON position. 2. After idling for a few seconds, apply the brake and release the parking brake. 88 K AC C LOC 0 I ON II T AR ST III 5 40 30 40 60 80 20 20 LOW FUEL SERVICE ENGINE SOON ABS 10 MP km/ 0 120 80 140 90 100 1 10 CHECK COOLANT 160... 180 200 120 THEFT STARTING THE VEHICLE After completing the steps under Preparing to START and release. Starting 4. If the driver's safety belt is light does not fastened, the illuminate. Do...
Owner's Manual
Page 100
... harmed if the transaxle is not shifted when the light illuminates, but the vehicle will use more power for the best fuel economy. The vehicle will not be ignored when The you are: • downshifting • driving on steep hills • using the engine to shift for a difficult acceleration To maximize gearshift...) 72 km/h (45 mph) At the following speed: 18 km/h (11 mph) 35 km/h (22 mph) 51 km/h (32 mph) 66 km/h (41 mph) Upshift light (if equipped) The light in the instrument cluster illuminates to indicate when to brake the vehicle • seeking more fuel.
... harmed if the transaxle is not shifted when the light illuminates, but the vehicle will use more power for the best fuel economy. The vehicle will not be ignored when The you are: • downshifting • driving on steep hills • using the engine to shift for a difficult acceleration To maximize gearshift...) 72 km/h (45 mph) At the following speed: 18 km/h (11 mph) 35 km/h (22 mph) 51 km/h (32 mph) 66 km/h (41 mph) Upshift light (if equipped) The light in the instrument cluster illuminates to indicate when to brake the vehicle • seeking more fuel.
Owner's Manual
Page 156
...that are sold with an (R+M)/2 octane rating of gasolines that optimize the performance of fuel. Do not be necessary to add any engine damage. We recommend the use of 87. However, if it knocks heavily under most driving conditions on high quality fuels that meet...starting, rough idle or hesitation problems, try a different brand of your vehicle. Fuel Quality If you continue to your vehicle sometimes knocks lightly. It should not be concerned if your fuel tank if you are available. The American Automobile Manufacturers Association (AAMA) issued a gasoline ...
...that are sold with an (R+M)/2 octane rating of gasolines that optimize the performance of fuel. Do not be necessary to add any engine damage. We recommend the use of 87. However, if it knocks heavily under most driving conditions on high quality fuels that meet...starting, rough idle or hesitation problems, try a different brand of your vehicle. Fuel Quality If you continue to your vehicle sometimes knocks lightly. It should not be concerned if your fuel tank if you are available. The American Automobile Manufacturers Association (AAMA) issued a gasoline ...
Owner's Manual
Page 157
... to the intervals in the instrument cluster and remain lit • strange odors 157 have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible: • fluid leaks , , , lights • illuminate in the Service Guide. If you notice one or more of 10% ethanol or 15% MTBE. Maintenance and care maximum of the following... properly. There should be working properly; WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT THE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM For more information on the inside left side of the engine compartment.
... to the intervals in the instrument cluster and remain lit • strange odors 157 have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible: • fluid leaks , , , lights • illuminate in the Service Guide. If you notice one or more of 10% ethanol or 15% MTBE. Maintenance and care maximum of the following... properly. There should be working properly; WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT THE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM For more information on the inside left side of the engine compartment.
Owner's Manual
Page 187
... area shade ...41 Changing a tire ...114 Charging system warning light ...9 Child safety seats and air bags ...185 Childproof locks ...33 Cleaning your vehicle ...175 built-in child seat ...178 engine compartment ...177 exterior ...177 instrument panel ...177 plastic parts ......25 Daytime running light system ...26 Defects, reporting ...186 Disabled vehicle (see Towing) 123 Driving under special conditions towing a trailer ...105 Emergencies, roadside ...107 Emission control system ...157,158 Engine ...129,182 check engine warning light ...7 Engine block heater ...91 Engine coolant checking and...
... area shade ...41 Changing a tire ...114 Charging system warning light ...9 Child safety seats and air bags ...185 Childproof locks ...33 Cleaning your vehicle ...175 built-in child seat ...178 engine compartment ...177 exterior ...177 instrument panel ...177 plastic parts ......25 Daytime running light system ...26 Defects, reporting ...186 Disabled vehicle (see Towing) 123 Driving under special conditions towing a trailer ...105 Emergencies, roadside ...107 Emission control system ...157,158 Engine ...129,182 check engine warning light ...7 Engine block heater ...91 Engine coolant checking and...
Owner's Manual
Page 188
... mats ...39 Foglamps ...27,163 Fuel capacity ...179 improving fuel economy ...106 low fuel warning light ...7 safety information relating to automotive fuels ...153 Fuel pump shut-off switch ..43,107 starting after a collision ...43 Fuse panels engine compartment ...113 instrument panel ...111 Fuses ...109 charts ...111,113 checking and replacing ...109 circuit...
... mats ...39 Foglamps ...27,163 Fuel capacity ...179 improving fuel economy ...106 low fuel warning light ...7 safety information relating to automotive fuels ...153 Fuel pump shut-off switch ..43,107 starting after a collision ...43 Fuse panels engine compartment ...113 instrument panel ...111 Fuses ...109 charts ...111,113 checking and replacing ...109 circuit...
Owner's Manual
Page 189
Index Lights, warning and indicator ...6 air bag ...7,64 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...9 anti-theft ...9 brake ...8 charging system ...9 checkcoolant ...10 high beam ...9 liftgate ajar ...10 low fuel ...7 oil pressure ...9 safety belt ...8 service engine soon ...7 turn signal indicator ...9 upshift indicator ...8 Load ......16 Motorcraft parts ...179 National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ...186 Parking brake ...94 automatic release ...38 operation ...94 warning light ...8 Parts (see Motorcraft Parts) ...179 Power door locks ...31 Power features door locks ...31 windows ...34 Power steering...
Index Lights, warning and indicator ...6 air bag ...7,64 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...9 anti-theft ...9 brake ...8 charging system ...9 checkcoolant ...10 high beam ...9 liftgate ajar ...10 low fuel ...7 oil pressure ...9 safety belt ...8 service engine soon ...7 turn signal indicator ...9 upshift indicator ...8 Load ......16 Motorcraft parts ...179 National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ...186 Parking brake ...94 automatic release ...38 operation ...94 warning light ...8 Parts (see Motorcraft Parts) ...179 Power door locks ...31 Power features door locks ...31 windows ...34 Power steering...
Owner's Manual
Page 190
..., lubricants .180 Speed control ...27 Starting your vehicle ...88 preparing to start your vehicle ...86 starting a cold engine ...89 starting a warm engine ...89 Steering wheel tilting ...29 Tail lamps bulb replacement ...167,168 Tilt steering wheel ...29 Tire types ...152 Tires...tips ...105 trailer brakes ...104 trailer lamps ...104 Transaxle ...96 fluid, checking and adding (automatic) ...139 Turn signal indicator lights ...9 Upshift indicator light ...8,100 Upshift speeds ...100 Vehicle dimensions ...182 Vehicle headlamp aiming device (VHAD) ...173 190 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ......
..., lubricants .180 Speed control ...27 Starting your vehicle ...88 preparing to start your vehicle ...86 starting a cold engine ...89 starting a warm engine ...89 Steering wheel tilting ...29 Tail lamps bulb replacement ...167,168 Tilt steering wheel ...29 Tire types ...152 Tires...tips ...105 trailer brakes ...104 trailer lamps ...104 Transaxle ...96 fluid, checking and adding (automatic) ...139 Turn signal indicator lights ...9 Upshift indicator light ...8,100 Upshift speeds ...100 Vehicle dimensions ...182 Vehicle headlamp aiming device (VHAD) ...173 190 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ......
Warranty Guide 1st Printing
Page 17
... improper maintenance of the following requirements: 1. If any emissions-related part of your vehicle is your car or light truck passes the inspection. This is defective, the part will be designed, built and equipped to ensure that ... inspection, all necessary repairs and adjustments will be hoses, belts, connectors and other state adopting both of your 1997-model vehicle. Also included may include such parts as indicated on your vehicle. Your emission control system may be... carburetor or fuel injection system, the ignition system, catalytic converter and the engine computer.
... improper maintenance of the following requirements: 1. If any emissions-related part of your vehicle is your car or light truck passes the inspection. This is defective, the part will be designed, built and equipped to ensure that ... inspection, all necessary repairs and adjustments will be hoses, belts, connectors and other state adopting both of your 1997-model vehicle. Also included may include such parts as indicated on your vehicle. Your emission control system may be... carburetor or fuel injection system, the ignition system, catalytic converter and the engine computer.