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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 124 179 186 187 85 93 107 2 4 15 53 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 124 179 186 187 85 93 107 2 4 15 53 1
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.... 10 Warning chimes CHECK COOLANT Safety belt warning chime For information on the SRS warning chime, refer to Checking and adding engine coolant in the Maintenance and care chapter. Instrumentation Engine coolant Illuminates when there is open. Many of the lights illuminate briefly when you start the vehicle in the ON...
.... 10 Warning chimes CHECK COOLANT Safety belt warning chime For information on the SRS warning chime, refer to Checking and adding engine coolant in the Maintenance and care chapter. Instrumentation Engine coolant Illuminates when there is open. Many of the lights illuminate briefly when you start the vehicle in the ON...
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... the fuel gauge needle is on the E (empty) portion of the gauge, there are between approximately 2 L (.6 gallons) and 4 L (1 gallon) of usable fuel left in the Maintenance and care chapter. Check and add engine coolant as is not properly maintained, the engine coolant temperature gauge will not read properly. If the coolant...
... the fuel gauge needle is on the E (empty) portion of the gauge, there are between approximately 2 L (.6 gallons) and 4 L (1 gallon) of usable fuel left in the Maintenance and care chapter. Check and add engine coolant as is not properly maintained, the engine coolant temperature gauge will not read properly. If the coolant...
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The lap belt must fit snugly and as low as possible around your waist. Seating and safety restraints Buckle the belt. Do not wear the lap belt around the hips. Safety belt maintenance Check the safety belt systems periodically for damage and to ensure that they work properly. 60 Pull the loose end of the belt until snug. • To lengthen the belt: Tip and pull the tongue.
The lap belt must fit snugly and as low as possible around your waist. Seating and safety restraints Buckle the belt. Do not wear the lap belt around the hips. Safety belt maintenance Check the safety belt systems periodically for damage and to ensure that they work properly. 60 Pull the loose end of the belt until snug. • To lengthen the belt: Tip and pull the tongue.
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... seat in use during a collision should be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted. Built-in child seats not in the Maintenance and care section. 84
... seat in use during a collision should be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted. Built-in child seats not in the Maintenance and care section. 84
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FUEL CONSUMPTION Fuel economy can be improved by avoiding: • lack of regular, scheduled maintenance • excessive speed • rapid acceleration • driving with the brake pedal depressed • sudden stops • extended engine idling • use of speed control ...
FUEL CONSUMPTION Fuel economy can be improved by avoiding: • lack of regular, scheduled maintenance • excessive speed • rapid acceleration • driving with the brake pedal depressed • sudden stops • extended engine idling • use of speed control ...
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... precautions for servicing your vehicle Be particularly careful when inspecting or servicing your vehicle. However when servicing is required, Ford's goal is to Ford specifications. Maintenance and care SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS Whenever possible, Ford has designed parts that makes tracking routine service of your vehicle easy.
... precautions for servicing your vehicle Be particularly careful when inspecting or servicing your vehicle. However when servicing is required, Ford's goal is to Ford specifications. Maintenance and care SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS Whenever possible, Ford has designed parts that makes tracking routine service of your vehicle easy.
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Maintenance and care • Never get under a vehicle, use safety stands. • Keep all fuel-related parts. P R N D D L P R N D D L 125 Working with the engine off and remove the key from the battery and all lit cigarettes and other smoking materials away from the ignition. Turn the engine off 1. Set the parking brake and make sure that is securely latched in P (automatic transaxle), or first gear (manual transaxle). 2. If you must work under a vehicle that the gearshift is supported only by a jack.
Maintenance and care • Never get under a vehicle, use safety stands. • Keep all fuel-related parts. P R N D D L P R N D D L 125 Working with the engine off and remove the key from the battery and all lit cigarettes and other smoking materials away from the ignition. Turn the engine off 1. Set the parking brake and make sure that is securely latched in P (automatic transaxle), or first gear (manual transaxle). 2. If you must work under a vehicle that the gearshift is supported only by a jack.
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Maintenance and care 3. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. 5 126
Maintenance and care 3. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. 5 126
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Do not work on 1. Set the parking brake and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in an enclosed space with the engine running. P R N D D L P R N D D L 127 Maintenance and care Working with the engine on a vehicle in P (automatic transaxle), or N (manual transaxle). 2.
Do not work on 1. Set the parking brake and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in an enclosed space with the engine running. P R N D D L P R N D D L 127 Maintenance and care Working with the engine on a vehicle in P (automatic transaxle), or N (manual transaxle). 2.
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... handle located under the center of the instrument panel. 2. To close the hood, remove the prop rod and shut so that it in moving unexpectedly. 4. Maintenance and care 3. If work must be sure that the auxiliary latch is closed . Block the wheels to be done with long hair. 5 Opening the hood...
... handle located under the center of the instrument panel. 2. To close the hood, remove the prop rod and shut so that it in moving unexpectedly. 4. Maintenance and care 3. If work must be sure that the auxiliary latch is closed . Block the wheels to be done with long hair. 5 Opening the hood...
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Maintenance and care IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4 1 3 7 8 6 5 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Engine oil dipstick Engine oil filler cap Brake fluid reservoir Windshield washer fluid Coolant reservoir Steering fluid reservoir Automatic transmission dipstick Battery Air filter assembly 2 9 129
Maintenance and care IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4 1 3 7 8 6 5 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Engine oil dipstick Engine oil filler cap Brake fluid reservoir Windshield washer fluid Coolant reservoir Steering fluid reservoir Automatic transmission dipstick Battery Air filter assembly 2 9 129
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Maintenance and care CHECKING AND ADDING ENGINE OIL Use SAE 5W-30 motor oil CERTIFIED FOR GASOLINE ENGINES by your vehicle. 130 Checking the engine oil ...
Maintenance and care CHECKING AND ADDING ENGINE OIL Use SAE 5W-30 motor oil CERTIFIED FOR GASOLINE ENGINES by your vehicle. 130 Checking the engine oil ...
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... this chapter. If you need assistance, refer to Opening the Hood in P. Protect yourself from the engine. 6. Insert the dipstick fully, then remove it clean. Maintenance and care To check the engine oil, follow these steps: 1. Make sure the vehicle is warm, turn the engine off. Manual transaxle: • Engage the...
... this chapter. If you need assistance, refer to Opening the Hood in P. Protect yourself from the engine. 6. Insert the dipstick fully, then remove it clean. Maintenance and care To check the engine oil, follow these steps: 1. Make sure the vehicle is warm, turn the engine off. Manual transaxle: • Engage the...
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If the fluid level is full, but be careful not to Checking the engine oil in laboratory rats. 132 Continuous contact with USED motor oil has caused cancer in this chapter. 2. For instructions, refer to overfill the engine. Confirm that the oil level is not within the normal range, add engine oil by removing the engine oil filler cap and pouring in oil. 3. Maintenance and care Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil.
If the fluid level is full, but be careful not to Checking the engine oil in laboratory rats. 132 Continuous contact with USED motor oil has caused cancer in this chapter. 2. For instructions, refer to overfill the engine. Confirm that the oil level is not within the normal range, add engine oil by removing the engine oil filler cap and pouring in oil. 3. Maintenance and care Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil.
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Maintenance and care CHECKING AND ADDING BRAKE FLUID Brake fluid should be checked and refilled as needed at least once a year: • Clean the reservoir cap ...
Maintenance and care CHECKING AND ADDING BRAKE FLUID Brake fluid should be checked and refilled as needed at least once a year: • Clean the reservoir cap ...
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... is poisonous. During normal operation, the fluid level in this chapter. For more information on brake fluid maintenance, refer to Checking and adding brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir will rise slowly. Maintenance and care CHECKING AND ADDING MANUAL TRANSAXLE CLUTCH FLUID The brake fluid reservoir and clutch master cylinder are...
... is poisonous. During normal operation, the fluid level in this chapter. For more information on brake fluid maintenance, refer to Checking and adding brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir will rise slowly. Maintenance and care CHECKING AND ADDING MANUAL TRANSAXLE CLUTCH FLUID The brake fluid reservoir and clutch master cylinder are...
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If washer fluid needs to be filled slowly to allow trapped air to escape. 135 Maintenance and care Washer fluid for the liftgate (if equipped) The wagon's rear reservoir is located on the passenger side of the engine compartment. Washer fluid ...
If washer fluid needs to be filled slowly to allow trapped air to escape. 135 Maintenance and care Washer fluid for the liftgate (if equipped) The wagon's rear reservoir is located on the passenger side of the engine compartment. Washer fluid ...
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... is running or hot. Before you must remove the coolant recovery cap, follow these steps to see through the windshield. If sprayed on the reservoir. Maintenance and care ADDING ENGINE COOLANT Be careful not to add engine coolant to the engine coolant recovery reservoir - DO NOT ADD DIRECTLY TO THE RADIATOR...
... is running or hot. Before you must remove the coolant recovery cap, follow these steps to see through the windshield. If sprayed on the reservoir. Maintenance and care ADDING ENGINE COOLANT Be careful not to add engine coolant to the engine coolant recovery reservoir - DO NOT ADD DIRECTLY TO THE RADIATOR...
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... These additives may void the warranty of an improper coolant may harm your vehicle. When you are sure that Ford and Lincoln-Mercury dealers use alcohol or methanol antifreeze or any engine coolants mixed with alcohol or methanol antifreeze. Do not use recycled engine coolant ... Do not use of your vehicle's engine cooling system. Use Ford Premium Engine Coolant E2FZ-19549-AA (in your engine cooling system. Maintenance and care 2. The use supplemental coolant additives in Canada, Motorcraft CXC-8-B) or an equivalent premium engine coolant that will protect all coolant ...
... These additives may void the warranty of an improper coolant may harm your vehicle. When you are sure that Ford and Lincoln-Mercury dealers use alcohol or methanol antifreeze or any engine coolants mixed with alcohol or methanol antifreeze. Do not use recycled engine coolant ... Do not use of your vehicle's engine cooling system. Use Ford Premium Engine Coolant E2FZ-19549-AA (in your engine cooling system. Maintenance and care 2. The use supplemental coolant additives in Canada, Motorcraft CXC-8-B) or an equivalent premium engine coolant that will protect all coolant ...