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Find Your Way Find Your Way Symbol Key Cars and Minivans Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans 4x4 Vehicles Diesel Natural Gas Vehicles (NGV) and Propane Towing a trailer or using a camper or car-top carrier Extensive idling and/or low-speed driving for long distances as in heavy commercial use such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery Operating in dusty conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads Off-road operation 3
Find Your Way Find Your Way Symbol Key Cars and Minivans Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans 4x4 Vehicles Diesel Natural Gas Vehicles (NGV) and Propane Towing a trailer or using a camper or car-top carrier Extensive idling and/or low-speed driving for long distances as in heavy commercial use such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery Operating in dusty conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads Off-road operation 3
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General Maintenance Information General Maintenance Information Special Operating Conditions If you operate your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury primarily in one of the more demanding "Special Operating Conditions" listed below, you have some items maintained more frequently, see your vehicle... Taxi vehicle axles - change the brake fluid • Normal vehicle axle - These exceptions are : • Towing or carrying heavy loads • Extensive idling and/or driving at low-speeds for specific vehicles or special applications on page 33. maintenance and lubrication If you will need to have any...
General Maintenance Information General Maintenance Information Special Operating Conditions If you operate your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury primarily in one of the more demanding "Special Operating Conditions" listed below, you have some items maintained more frequently, see your vehicle... Taxi vehicle axles - change the brake fluid • Normal vehicle axle - These exceptions are : • Towing or carrying heavy loads • Extensive idling and/or driving at low-speeds for specific vehicles or special applications on page 33. maintenance and lubrication If you will need to have any...
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... oil and replace oil filter Change automatic transmission fluid Change transfer case 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 3 months...have some items maintained more frequently. 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 "Special Operating Conditions" listed below, you only ...
... oil and replace oil filter Change automatic transmission fluid Change transfer case 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 3 months...have some items maintained more frequently. 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 "Special Operating Conditions" listed below, you only ...
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...have the vehicle checked by your vehicle in the engine and exhaust system, creating the risk of fire or other dry ground cover. Extended idling at high engine speeds can start a fire. 138 The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can produce very ...high temperatures in dry grass or other damage. Do not park, idle, or drive your dealer or a qualified service technician. Do not allow the vehicle to warm the engine. Starting IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS A computer ...
...have the vehicle checked by your vehicle in the engine and exhaust system, creating the risk of fire or other dry ground cover. Extended idling at high engine speeds can start a fire. 138 The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can produce very ...high temperatures in dry grass or other damage. Do not park, idle, or drive your dealer or a qualified service technician. Do not allow the vehicle to warm the engine. Starting IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS A computer ...
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Always open the windows at least 2.5 cm (1 inch). Refer to bring in this chapter for long periods of time, open the garage door before you start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. IMPORTANT VENTILATION INFORMATION If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped in the Controls and Features chapter. 139 See Guarding against exhaust fumes in fresh air. Starting Do not start the engine. Adjust the heating or air conditioning to climate controls in an open area for more instructions.
Always open the windows at least 2.5 cm (1 inch). Refer to bring in this chapter for long periods of time, open the garage door before you start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. IMPORTANT VENTILATION INFORMATION If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped in the Controls and Features chapter. 139 See Guarding against exhaust fumes in fresh air. Starting Do not start the engine. Adjust the heating or air conditioning to climate controls in an open area for more instructions.
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... to crank with the accelerator depressed about 1/4 of the way down . Vehicles equipped with the 2.0 l engine: If the engine fails to the on (3) position. 2. After idling for more than 30 seconds or you could damage the starter. 4. If the engine does not start position (4) without pressing the accelerator pedal and release...
... to crank with the accelerator depressed about 1/4 of the way down . Vehicles equipped with the 2.0 l engine: If the engine fails to the on (3) position. 2. After idling for more than 30 seconds or you could damage the starter. 4. If the engine does not start position (4) without pressing the accelerator pedal and release...
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Driving 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 in hilly terrain, • extended use of the air conditioner, defroster, rear window defroster and other accessories, • underinflated tires, • heavy loads, • aftermarket addĆons such as bike, ski or luggage racks, bug deflectors, etc. 168
Driving 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 in hilly terrain, • extended use of the air conditioner, defroster, rear window defroster and other accessories, • underinflated tires, • heavy loads, • aftermarket addĆons such as bike, ski or luggage racks, bug deflectors, etc. 168
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Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the disabled vehicle's battery. After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn" its idle conditions. 187 Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of the booster vehicle's battery. 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster vehicle's battery. 3. Roadside emergencies 2.
Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the disabled vehicle's battery. After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn" its idle conditions. 187 Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of the booster vehicle's battery. 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster vehicle's battery. 3. Roadside emergencies 2.
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... hair. • Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed space, unless you disconnect the battery, the engine must relearn" its idle conditions before your vehicle will drive properly, as explained under Battery in moving parts. Always disconnect the negative terminal of the battery before working near...
... hair. • Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed space, unless you disconnect the battery, the engine must relearn" its idle conditions before your vehicle will drive properly, as explained under Battery in moving parts. Always disconnect the negative terminal of the battery before working near...
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... The relearning" process will automatically complete as you drive the vehicle. • If you do not allow the engine to relearn" its idle conditions before your vehicle can drive properly. Turn off all accessories and start the vehicle. 3. Put the automatic transaxle gearshift in neutral. 2. ... If the battery has been disconnected or if a new battery has been installed, the clock and preset radio stations must relearn" its idle, the idle quality of your vehicle's engine is reconnected. 216 When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the computer must be ...
... The relearning" process will automatically complete as you drive the vehicle. • If you do not allow the engine to relearn" its idle conditions before your vehicle can drive properly. Turn off all accessories and start the vehicle. 3. Put the automatic transaxle gearshift in neutral. 2. ... If the battery has been disconnected or if a new battery has been installed, the clock and preset radio stations must relearn" its idle, the idle quality of your vehicle's engine is reconnected. 216 When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the computer must be ...
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... contain oxygenates such as a maximum of gasolines to improve air quality, including reformulated gasolines that meet the AAMA specification if they are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation problems try a different brand of your vehicle. Cleaner air Ford approves the use of 10% ethanol or 15% MTBE. If the condition persists...
... contain oxygenates such as a maximum of gasolines to improve air quality, including reformulated gasolines that meet the AAMA specification if they are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation problems try a different brand of your vehicle. Cleaner air Ford approves the use of 10% ethanol or 15% MTBE. If the condition persists...
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... equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in the entry of the charging system" warning light or the check engine" warning light. 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 fluid leaks...
... equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in the entry of the charging system" warning light or the check engine" warning light. 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 fluid leaks...
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... for I/M testing, a minimum of 30 minutes of city and highway driving is complete. 236 The engine must warm up to sit for at least four idle periods. Your vehicle may be a legal requirement to pass an I/M test of the Instrumentation chapter. If the vehicle's powertrain system or battery has just been...
... for I/M testing, a minimum of 30 minutes of city and highway driving is complete. 236 The engine must warm up to sit for at least four idle periods. Your vehicle may be a legal requirement to pass an I/M test of the Instrumentation chapter. If the vehicle's powertrain system or battery has just been...
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Capacities and specifications Engine data Engine Cubic capacity Power output Max torque Fuel grade Continuous engine speed Max. intermittent engine speed Idle speed (manual transaxle) Mixture preparation Firing order Spark plug gap Ignition system Valve clearance (cold) * Mechanical valve adjuster 2.0 litre engine cm3 kW(HP) at rpm ...
Capacities and specifications Engine data Engine Cubic capacity Power output Max torque Fuel grade Continuous engine speed Max. intermittent engine speed Idle speed (manual transaxle) Mixture preparation Firing order Spark plug gap Ignition system Valve clearance (cold) * Mechanical valve adjuster 2.0 litre engine cm3 kW(HP) at rpm ...
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... ...17 Headlamps, aiming ...239, 244 Headlamps, replacing bulbs ...237 High beams ...12, 77 High mounted brake lamp ...242 Hood, opening ...195 Horn ...75 Icons ...2 Idle speed ...257 Idle, relearning ...216 Ignition positions ...74 Instrument cluster ...8 Instrument cluster gauges ...18 Instrument panel controls ...24 Instrumentation ...6 Interior lamps ...82 Interior lamps, replacing bulbs . 243...
... ...17 Headlamps, aiming ...239, 244 Headlamps, replacing bulbs ...237 High beams ...12, 77 High mounted brake lamp ...242 Hood, opening ...195 Horn ...75 Icons ...2 Idle speed ...257 Idle, relearning ...216 Ignition positions ...74 Instrument cluster ...8 Instrument cluster gauges ...18 Instrument panel controls ...24 Instrumentation ...6 Interior lamps ...82 Interior lamps, replacing bulbs . 243...