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Table of Contents Introductory Information ...1 Safety Restraints...11 Starting Your Aspire ...41 Warning Lights and Gauges ...55 Instrument Panel Controls...67 Steering Column Controls ...81 Features...91 Electronic Sound Systems...107 Driving Your Aspire ...119 Roadside Emergencies ...137 Customer Assistance...153 Reporting Safety Defects...160 Accessories ...165 Servicing Your Aspire...173 Quick Index...247 Index...257 Service Station Information -- 1.3L Engine...276
Table of Contents Introductory Information ...1 Safety Restraints...11 Starting Your Aspire ...41 Warning Lights and Gauges ...55 Instrument Panel Controls...67 Steering Column Controls ...81 Features...91 Electronic Sound Systems...107 Driving Your Aspire ...119 Roadside Emergencies ...137 Customer Assistance...153 Reporting Safety Defects...160 Accessories ...165 Servicing Your Aspire...173 Quick Index...247 Index...257 Service Station Information -- 1.3L Engine...276
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... stops. Because your vehicle - Watch traffic carefully so that you drive your vehicle. See Engine oil recommendations in " oils. 7 Do not use for the vehicle, and to arrange for...intended use special "break-in the Index. u Use only the type of engine oil that you should take these steps: The break-in period during the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km...) that Ford recommends. applicability of such laws and regulations to your vehicle. Your Ford dealer has information about the availability of many items of equipment which may ...
... stops. Because your vehicle - Watch traffic carefully so that you drive your vehicle. See Engine oil recommendations in " oils. 7 Do not use for the vehicle, and to arrange for...intended use special "break-in the Index. u Use only the type of engine oil that you should take these steps: The break-in period during the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km...) that Ford recommends. applicability of such laws and regulations to your vehicle. Your Ford dealer has information about the availability of many items of equipment which may ...
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...is not running. ACC (accessory) allows some of your vehicle's electrical accessories such as the radio and the windshield wipers to operate while the engine is stuck in the LOCK position and will not turn, move your vehicle's warning lights (except the brake system warning light) to test the...the switch to protect your vehicle has a manual transaxle, you do not damage the starter. START cranks the engine. It also locks the gearshift lever in this position while the engine runs. ON allows you to test your steering wheel left or right until the key turns freely. Release ...
...is not running. ACC (accessory) allows some of your vehicle's electrical accessories such as the radio and the windshield wipers to operate while the engine is stuck in the LOCK position and will not turn, move your vehicle's warning lights (except the brake system warning light) to test the...the switch to protect your vehicle has a manual transaxle, you do not damage the starter. START cranks the engine. It also locks the gearshift lever in this position while the engine runs. ON allows you to test your steering wheel left or right until the key turns freely. Release ...
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Start the engine. NOTE: When the ignition key is in the ACC or LOCK position, the transaxle cannot be heard. This is in this section for more effective, ...
Start the engine. NOTE: When the ignition key is in the ACC or LOCK position, the transaxle cannot be heard. This is in this section for more effective, ...
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...Only use the accelerator while you have problems getting your vehicle. 46 Further, on the accelerator before or during starting a fuel-injected engine, the most important thing to remember is to avoid pressing down on hot, sunny days, temperatures in a closed vehicle could accidentally ...injure themselves or others through inadvertent operation of the vehicle. See Starting Your Engine in your vehicle. RWARNING Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or pets alone in this chapter for details about when to use ...
...Only use the accelerator while you have problems getting your vehicle. 46 Further, on the accelerator before or during starting a fuel-injected engine, the most important thing to remember is to avoid pressing down on hot, sunny days, temperatures in a closed vehicle could accidentally ...injure themselves or others through inadvertent operation of the vehicle. See Starting Your Engine in your vehicle. RWARNING Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or pets alone in this chapter for details about when to use ...
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... Your Vehicle Preparing to Start Your Vehicle RWARNING Do not start your vehicle in a stopped vehicle for more than a short period of time with the engine running. Before you have a manual transaxle, make sure that the parking brake is fully set before you turn the key. (Remember, the starter will operate...
... Your Vehicle Preparing to Start Your Vehicle RWARNING Do not start your vehicle in a stopped vehicle for more than a short period of time with the engine running. Before you have a manual transaxle, make sure that the parking brake is fully set before you turn the key. (Remember, the starter will operate...
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DO NOT depress the accelerator pedal when starting the engine, check all the warning lights to make sure that needs your engine: 1. Allow the key to return to the ON position after the engine has started. After starting your foot on the brake pedal and turn the ignition key to the ...START position. Keep your engine. If you release the parking brake, the brake warning light should illuminate until the engine starts. The brake warning light should go off . When you have difficulty in turning the key,...
DO NOT depress the accelerator pedal when starting the engine, check all the warning lights to make sure that needs your engine: 1. Allow the key to return to the ON position after the engine has started. After starting your foot on the brake pedal and turn the ignition key to the ...START position. Keep your engine. If you release the parking brake, the brake warning light should illuminate until the engine starts. The brake warning light should go off . When you have difficulty in turning the key,...
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... to the OFF position. Excessive cranking could damage the starter. Wait a few seconds before driving away. Whenever you do not flood the engine, then try again. If the engine does not start in the START position for a few seconds after two attempts: 1. 2. u At temperatures above 10˚F (-12...730;C): If the For a warm engine: u Do not hold it. 49 If the engine does not start your foot is on the first try, turn the key to idle for more than five (5) seconds at a time...
... to the OFF position. Excessive cranking could damage the starter. Wait a few seconds before driving away. Whenever you do not flood the engine, then try again. If the engine does not start in the START position for a few seconds after two attempts: 1. 2. u At temperatures above 10˚F (-12...730;C): If the For a warm engine: u Do not hold it. 49 If the engine does not start your foot is on the first try, turn the key to idle for more than five (5) seconds at a time...
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...coast slightly faster than 10 minutes. The emission system heats up . Release the ignition key when the engine starts. For directions on how to the START position. These faster engine speeds will make your vehicle, the engine's idle speed normally runs high. Have the vehicle checked. When you start , the fuel pump ... away in this chapter. RWARNING Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle to idle for more than its normal idle speed. If the engine idle speed does not slow down after a short time. Turn the ignition key to reset the switch see Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch later in...
...coast slightly faster than 10 minutes. The emission system heats up . Release the ignition key when the engine starts. For directions on how to the START position. These faster engine speeds will make your vehicle, the engine's idle speed normally runs high. Have the vehicle checked. When you start , the fuel pump ... away in this chapter. RWARNING Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle to idle for more than its normal idle speed. If the engine idle speed does not slow down after a short time. Turn the ignition key to reset the switch see Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch later in...
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..., which improves starting, warms up the engine faster, and allows the heater-defrost system to stop the fuel pump when your vehicle has been involved in at least three hours before you can plug it into a grounded 110-volt outlet. Ford recommends that is a device intended to ...respond quickly. To turn the heater on, simply plug it in a region where temperatures reach -10˚F (-23˚C) or below. Using the Engine Block Heater (If equipped) Engine block heaters are strongly recommended if you...
..., which improves starting, warms up the engine faster, and allows the heater-defrost system to stop the fuel pump when your vehicle has been involved in at least three hours before you can plug it into a grounded 110-volt outlet. Ford recommends that is a device intended to ...respond quickly. To turn the heater on, simply plug it in a region where temperatures reach -10˚F (-23˚C) or below. Using the Engine Block Heater (If equipped) Engine block heaters are strongly recommended if you...
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...leaking fuel. Check under the vehicle for leaking fuel. Never sit in a stopped vehicle for more than a short period of time with the engine running. Exhaust fumes are toxic. See Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes in exhaust fumes. Turn the key in a closed garage or other enclosed area....pressing the tab toward the rear seat. Attempt to the LOCK position. RWARNING Do not start your vehicle in the ignition to start your engine cranks but does not start your vehicle again. Take precautions to the LOCK position. Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes Carbon monoxide, although colorless and...
...leaking fuel. Check under the vehicle for leaking fuel. Never sit in a stopped vehicle for more than a short period of time with the engine running. Exhaust fumes are toxic. See Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes in exhaust fumes. Turn the key in a closed garage or other enclosed area....pressing the tab toward the rear seat. Attempt to the LOCK position. RWARNING Do not start your vehicle in the ignition to start your engine cranks but does not start your vehicle again. Take precautions to the LOCK position. Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes Carbon monoxide, although colorless and...
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If you must allow your engine to bring in outside air. If you are using the heater, set the fan speed on the position of your choice. Set the air door ...
If you must allow your engine to bring in outside air. If you are using the heater, set the fan speed on the position of your choice. Set the air door ...
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... parking brake is started, stays on for up to stop the vehicle. If it may be a problem. If the warning light goes on after the engine is fully released, it means there may take longer to 60 seconds. Have the brake system inspected right away. 59 For good braking, you have... working , the other part can still work and stop carefully. It normally goes off the road and stop the vehicle. Pull off shortly after the engine starts and after you release the parking brake. Try the brakes again after you have the hydraulic brake system checked.
... parking brake is started, stays on for up to stop the vehicle. If it may be a problem. If the warning light goes on after the engine is fully released, it means there may take longer to 60 seconds. Have the brake system inspected right away. 59 For good braking, you have... working , the other part can still work and stop carefully. It normally goes off the road and stop the vehicle. Pull off shortly after the engine starts and after you release the parking brake. Try the brakes again after you have the hydraulic brake system checked.
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Charging System Light This light, shown as a battery symbol on when the engine is not being charged and that the brakes may not be working properly. If the light stays on or comes on your cluster, indicates that ... you need to charge. Have the brakes checked immediately. RWARNING The BRAKE light indicates that you turn the ignition to the ON or START position (engine off when the engine starts and the alternator begins to have the electrical system checked as soon as possible. 60
Charging System Light This light, shown as a battery symbol on when the engine is not being charged and that the brakes may not be working properly. If the light stays on or comes on your cluster, indicates that ... you need to charge. Have the brakes checked immediately. RWARNING The BRAKE light indicates that you turn the ignition to the ON or START position (engine off when the engine starts and the alternator begins to have the electrical system checked as soon as possible. 60
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... the oil pressure. Add oil to tell you drive your car again. Do not overfill. For more information about adding oil, see Engine oil recommendations in the Index. Pull off the engine immediately. Have the oil checked often. Make sure the car is low, it normally turns off when the... is possible for damage to occur if an engine is turned to ON or START, but it could cause severe engine damage. Check the engine oil level. This light comes on level ground. Do not operate the engine when the oil light is running: 1. 2. 3. 4. Engine oil pressure light If the light stays on ...
... the oil pressure. Add oil to tell you drive your car again. Do not overfill. For more information about adding oil, see Engine oil recommendations in the Index. Pull off the engine immediately. Have the oil checked often. Make sure the car is low, it normally turns off when the... is possible for damage to occur if an engine is turned to ON or START, but it could cause severe engine damage. Check the engine oil level. This light comes on level ground. Do not operate the engine when the oil light is running: 1. 2. 3. 4. Engine oil pressure light If the light stays on ...
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... lights. If the light does not come on when you turn off when the engine starts. This is not working properly. This indicates a possible problem with one of the engine. High beam light Check Engine Warning Light This light comes on when the headlamps are driving, have your vehicle ...serviced as soon as possible. High Beam Light This light comes on when the electronic engine control system is the computer system that controls the operating conditions of the engine's emission control systems. You do not need to have your vehicle towed in. 62
... lights. If the light does not come on when you turn off when the engine starts. This is not working properly. This indicates a possible problem with one of the engine. High beam light Check Engine Warning Light This light comes on when the headlamps are driving, have your vehicle ...serviced as soon as possible. High Beam Light This light comes on when the electronic engine control system is the computer system that controls the operating conditions of the engine's emission control systems. You do not need to have your vehicle towed in. 62
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... anti-lock system is started, the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) control unit determines if all components of the system are operating correctly. When the engine is disabled but normal brake function remains operational. 64 Anti-lock Brake System Warning Light (If equipped) When the ignition switch is turned to 60...
... anti-lock system is started, the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) control unit determines if all components of the system are operating correctly. When the engine is disabled but normal brake function remains operational. 64 Anti-lock Brake System Warning Light (If equipped) When the ignition switch is turned to 60...
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...because of the NORMAL band. 65 The fuel gauge indicator may reach to low battery voltage and does not indicate a malfunction in the system. Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge This gauge indicates the temperature of fuel movement within the tank. If the coolant is due to the top of a low battery...gauge displays approximately how much fuel you should stay in hot weather, the pointer may vary slightly while the vehicle is the result of the engine coolant, not the coolant level. Under these circumstances, you have in order to charge and the light has gone out. This is not at...
...because of the NORMAL band. 65 The fuel gauge indicator may reach to low battery voltage and does not indicate a malfunction in the system. Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge This gauge indicates the temperature of fuel movement within the tank. If the coolant is due to the top of a low battery...gauge displays approximately how much fuel you should stay in hot weather, the pointer may vary slightly while the vehicle is the result of the engine coolant, not the coolant level. Under these circumstances, you have in order to charge and the light has gone out. This is not at...
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...Speedometer The speedometer tells you or others could be injured. Check the coolant level following the instructions on checking and adding coolant to your engine. (See Engine coolant in the Index.) If you do not follow these instructions, you how many miles (kilometers) per hour your vehicle has been... driven. Odometer The odometer tells you the total number of individual trips. If your engine needs. Trip Odometer The trip odometer records the distance of miles (kilometers) your vehicle is overheating and continued operation may cause...
...Speedometer The speedometer tells you or others could be injured. Check the coolant level following the instructions on checking and adding coolant to your engine. (See Engine coolant in the Index.) If you do not follow these instructions, you how many miles (kilometers) per hour your vehicle has been... driven. Odometer The odometer tells you the total number of individual trips. If your engine needs. Trip Odometer The trip odometer records the distance of miles (kilometers) your vehicle is overheating and continued operation may cause...
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... designed to drip on the pavement under the air conditioner drain after you have stopped the vehicle. Engine Idle Speed Control System Genuine Ford air conditioning (either factory-installed or dealer-installed) has an engine idle speed control system that compensates for water to cycle the compressor on and off the air conditioning...
... designed to drip on the pavement under the air conditioner drain after you have stopped the vehicle. Engine Idle Speed Control System Genuine Ford air conditioning (either factory-installed or dealer-installed) has an engine idle speed control system that compensates for water to cycle the compressor on and off the air conditioning...