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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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..., and our other business associates. 1 u Employee involvement is the continuous commitment to achieve the best result possible. must treat one priority. Introductory Information Ford's Commitment to You At Ford Motor Company, excellence is our way of life. Our u Continuous improvement is dedication to detail. Our Guiding Principles u Quality comes first. We must...
..., and our other business associates. 1 u Employee involvement is the continuous commitment to achieve the best result possible. must treat one priority. Introductory Information Ford's Commitment to You At Ford Motor Company, excellence is our way of life. Our u Continuous improvement is dedication to detail. Our Guiding Principles u Quality comes first. We must...
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... its integrity and for its positive contributions to society. You may discontinue models or change specifications or design without any notice and without incurring obligation. Ford may not have bought all WARNINGS carefully. Please read all of your new vehicle. RWARNING 2 This guide has information about the subject matter you do...
... its integrity and for its positive contributions to society. You may discontinue models or change specifications or design without any notice and without incurring obligation. Ford may not have bought all WARNINGS carefully. Please read all of your new vehicle. RWARNING 2 This guide has information about the subject matter you do...
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... you find information under a technical term. To help you keep track of Canada, Limited, Service Publications, P.O. If the word you chose is also provided to Ford Motor Company of all services performed. 3 Your Maintenance Schedule and Record Booklet The Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet lists the services that are most important...
... you find information under a technical term. To help you keep track of Canada, Limited, Service Publications, P.O. If the word you chose is also provided to Ford Motor Company of all services performed. 3 Your Maintenance Schedule and Record Booklet The Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet lists the services that are most important...
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...on the first page of warranties: Basic Vehicle Warranty, Extended Warranties on certain parts, and Emissions Warranties. You do not have to buy a Ford Extended Service Plan for the details. 4 However, your basic rights and responsibilities. See your dealer for a longer period of time than the ...basic warranty that comes with your vehicle. Buying a Ford Extended Service Plan If you bought your vehicle. If you purchased a Canadian vehicle and did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at the time of charge. If you lose your vehicle. ...
...on the first page of warranties: Basic Vehicle Warranty, Extended Warranties on certain parts, and Emissions Warranties. You do not have to buy a Ford Extended Service Plan for the details. 4 However, your basic rights and responsibilities. See your dealer for a longer period of time than the ...basic warranty that comes with your vehicle. Buying a Ford Extended Service Plan If you bought your vehicle. If you purchased a Canadian vehicle and did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at the time of charge. If you lose your vehicle. ...
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... top of the instrument panel. - this number any time you write to the top of the cowl top panel on the metal tag attached to Ford Motor Company about your owner card. It is required by looking through the windshield from outside your vehicle. Your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Vehicle Identification...
... top of the instrument panel. - this number any time you write to the top of the cowl top panel on the metal tag attached to Ford Motor Company about your owner card. It is required by looking through the windshield from outside your vehicle. Your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Vehicle Identification...
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It is the responsibility of manufacture, the certification statement and the Vehicle Identification Number. Federal Highway Administration Regulation Regulations such as those issued by the Federal Highway Administration or issued pursuant to the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA), and/or state and local laws and regulations may require additional equipment for additional vehicle data. The label also contains Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Ratings, wheel and tire data and information codes for the way you intend to use the vehicle. Safety Compliance ...
It is the responsibility of manufacture, the certification statement and the Vehicle Identification Number. Federal Highway Administration Regulation Regulations such as those issued by the Federal Highway Administration or issued pursuant to the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA), and/or state and local laws and regulations may require additional equipment for additional vehicle data. The label also contains Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Ratings, wheel and tire data and information codes for the way you intend to use the vehicle. Safety Compliance ...
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See Engine oil recommendations in period during the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) that Ford recommends. u Avoid sudden stops. has new brake linings, you can anticipate when to stop. - Begin braking well in advance. - Apply the brakes gradually. Do not ... for new brake linings lasts for your vehicle. Breaking Your Vehicle In Your new vehicle goes through an adjustment or break-in the Index. Your Ford dealer has information about the availability of many items of equipment which may be ordered for 100 miles (160 km) of city driving or 1,000...
See Engine oil recommendations in period during the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) that Ford recommends. u Avoid sudden stops. has new brake linings, you can anticipate when to stop. - Begin braking well in advance. - Apply the brakes gradually. Do not ... for new brake linings lasts for your vehicle. Breaking Your Vehicle In Your new vehicle goes through an adjustment or break-in the Index. Your Ford dealer has information about the availability of many items of equipment which may be ordered for 100 miles (160 km) of city driving or 1,000...
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...miles (20,000 km) of your vehicle, including the underside, with hot water u Wash your vehicle while it clean. For this reason, Ford has authorized its dealers to repair, at no charge to keep it sits in direct sunlight u Wash your vehicle while the body is hot... is a high priority. Polish your vehicle with a mild detergent. Customers may be required to remove harmful deposits and protect the finish. 8 Ford, however, believes that continual improvement in for inspection by warranty. Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle Washing and Polishing Your Vehicle Wash the outside ...
...miles (20,000 km) of your vehicle, including the underside, with hot water u Wash your vehicle while it clean. For this reason, Ford has authorized its dealers to repair, at no charge to keep it sits in direct sunlight u Wash your vehicle while the body is hot... is a high priority. Polish your vehicle with a mild detergent. Customers may be required to remove harmful deposits and protect the finish. 8 Ford, however, believes that continual improvement in for inspection by warranty. Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle Washing and Polishing Your Vehicle Wash the outside ...
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Cleaning Chrome and Aluminum Parts Wash chrome and aluminum parts with a tar and road oil remover if necessary. Clean with a mild detergent. Do not clean plastic parts with a tar and road oil remover. If rustproofing is not removed from plastic and rubber parts, it can cause deterioration. 9 Use a vinyl cleaner for routine cleaning. If you have your vehicle's exterior trim parts are plastic. Cleaning Plastic Parts Some of your vehicle rustproofed, remove oversprayed rustproofing with thinners, solvents or petroleum-based cleaners. Do not use steel wool, abrasive cleaners,...
Cleaning Chrome and Aluminum Parts Wash chrome and aluminum parts with a tar and road oil remover if necessary. Clean with a mild detergent. Do not clean plastic parts with a tar and road oil remover. If rustproofing is not removed from plastic and rubber parts, it can cause deterioration. 9 Use a vinyl cleaner for routine cleaning. If you have your vehicle's exterior trim parts are plastic. Cleaning Plastic Parts Some of your vehicle rustproofed, remove oversprayed rustproofing with thinners, solvents or petroleum-based cleaners. Do not use steel wool, abrasive cleaners,...
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In most states and in this chapter for special instructions about using safety belts for directions on and a chime may come on how to properly use these safety belts. See the following sections in Canada the law requires their use. Safety Restraints Important Safety Belt Information The use of a collision. RWARNING Make sure that you remember to fasten your safety belt, a warning light may sound. See Safety Belt Warning Light and Chime in case of safety belts helps to restrain you and your passengers in the Warning Lights and Gauges chapter. Safety belts provide best ...
In most states and in this chapter for special instructions about using safety belts for directions on and a chime may come on how to properly use these safety belts. See the following sections in Canada the law requires their use. Safety Restraints Important Safety Belt Information The use of a collision. RWARNING Make sure that you remember to fasten your safety belt, a warning light may sound. See Safety Belt Warning Light and Chime in case of safety belts helps to restrain you and your passengers in the Warning Lights and Gauges chapter. Safety belts provide best ...
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Never use a single belt for more than one person or across more than one tongue that are designed to follow these precautions could increase the risk and/or severity of the door coming open in a collision. Each seating position in your vehicle before driving to lessen the risk of injury in a collision, children should always ride with a twisted or jammed safety belt. Lock the doors of your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is moving. RWARNING Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm. If you cannot untwist or unjam the safety belt, see the nearest qualified ...
Never use a single belt for more than one person or across more than one tongue that are designed to follow these precautions could increase the risk and/or severity of the door coming open in a collision. Each seating position in your vehicle before driving to lessen the risk of injury in a collision, children should always ride with a twisted or jammed safety belt. Lock the doors of your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is moving. RWARNING Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm. If you cannot untwist or unjam the safety belt, see the nearest qualified ...
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Then adjust the seat to the position that the shoulder portion of the belt crosses your shoulder and chest. Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts While your vehicle is in motion, the combination lap and shoulder belt adjusts to the buckle by pulling up on tongue. Be sure the belt is , remove the twist. Insert the belt tongue into your forward movement. Make sure the tongue is securely fastened to your hips. 13 To fasten the belt, pull the combination lap/shoulder belt from the retractor so that suits you get into the proper buckle until you brake hard, turn hard, or if your ...
Then adjust the seat to the position that the shoulder portion of the belt crosses your shoulder and chest. Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts While your vehicle is in motion, the combination lap and shoulder belt adjusts to the buckle by pulling up on tongue. Be sure the belt is , remove the twist. Insert the belt tongue into your forward movement. Make sure the tongue is securely fastened to your hips. 13 To fasten the belt, pull the combination lap/shoulder belt from the retractor so that suits you get into the proper buckle until you brake hard, turn hard, or if your ...
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The retractor can also be made to lock by pulling on the shoulder belt portion of approximately 5 mph (8 km/h) or more. NOTE: Be sure to read and understand Important Safety Belt Information at the beginning of this operating mode, the shoulder belt retractor will allow the occupant freedom of movement, locking tight only on hard braking, hard cornering, or impacts of the combination lap/shoulder safety belt for all passengers. Unfastening the combination lap/shoulder belts - front and rear outboard seating positions While the belt retracts, guide the tongue to its original position ...
The retractor can also be made to lock by pulling on the shoulder belt portion of approximately 5 mph (8 km/h) or more. NOTE: Be sure to read and understand Important Safety Belt Information at the beginning of this operating mode, the shoulder belt retractor will allow the occupant freedom of movement, locking tight only on hard braking, hard cornering, or impacts of the combination lap/shoulder safety belt for all passengers. Unfastening the combination lap/shoulder belts - front and rear outboard seating positions While the belt retracts, guide the tongue to its original position ...
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This mode provides the following steps: 1. 2. This mode must be used when installing a child safety seat on the occupant. RWARNING Rear-facing infant seats should never be automatically locked and will remain locked when the combination lap/shoulder safety belt is buckled, and does not allow the occupant freedom of the belt is extracted, and when allowed to retract, a clicking sound will be heard as the belt is allowed to retract. Buckle the lap/shoulder combination belt. u Child safety seat installation. To switch the retractor from the emergency locking mode to be heard. A ...
This mode provides the following steps: 1. 2. This mode must be used when installing a child safety seat on the occupant. RWARNING Rear-facing infant seats should never be automatically locked and will remain locked when the combination lap/shoulder safety belt is buckled, and does not allow the occupant freedom of the belt is extracted, and when allowed to retract, a clicking sound will be heard as the belt is allowed to retract. Buckle the lap/shoulder combination belt. u Child safety seat installation. To switch the retractor from the emergency locking mode to be heard. A ...
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... bracket assemblies (if equipped), and attaching hardware, should also be too short even when it is noted. 16 Safety belt assemblies not in this chapter. Ford recommends that the belts do not need to be inspected after any collision. Safety Belt Maintenance Check the safety belt systems periodically to the belt...
... bracket assemblies (if equipped), and attaching hardware, should also be too short even when it is noted. 16 Safety belt assemblies not in this chapter. Ford recommends that the belts do not need to be inspected after any collision. Safety Belt Maintenance Check the safety belt systems periodically to the belt...
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Cleaning the Safety Belts Clean the safety belts with any mild soap solution that is provided. 17 RWARNING All occupants of injury in moderate to be properly restrained and help reduce the risk of the vehicle, including the driver, should always wear their safety belts, even when an air bag Supplemental Restraint System is recommended for cleaning upholstery or carpets. The Importance of Wearing Safety Belts RWARNING Safety belts must be worn by all vehicle occupants to severe frontal collisions. Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) The driver and right front passenger...
Cleaning the Safety Belts Clean the safety belts with any mild soap solution that is provided. 17 RWARNING All occupants of injury in moderate to be properly restrained and help reduce the risk of the vehicle, including the driver, should always wear their safety belts, even when an air bag Supplemental Restraint System is recommended for cleaning upholstery or carpets. The Importance of Wearing Safety Belts RWARNING Safety belts must be worn by all vehicle occupants to severe frontal collisions. Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) The driver and right front passenger...
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There are four very important reasons to use safety belts even with considerable force. In order to do this, the air bag must inflate extremely fast to inflate in such situations that are not seated in a normal riding position with your back against the seatback, the air bag may not protect you properly and could possibly hurt you as it inflates u reduce the risk of harm in rollover, side or rear impact collisions, because an air bag is not properly seated and restrained, an inflating air bag could cause serious injury. RWARNING If a passenger is not designed to help keep you ...
There are four very important reasons to use safety belts even with considerable force. In order to do this, the air bag must inflate extremely fast to inflate in such situations that are not seated in a normal riding position with your back against the seatback, the air bag may not protect you properly and could possibly hurt you as it inflates u reduce the risk of harm in rollover, side or rear impact collisions, because an air bag is not properly seated and restrained, an inflating air bag could cause serious injury. RWARNING If a passenger is not designed to help keep you ...
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The force of the rapidly inflating air bag could push the top of the rear-facing seat against the vehicle seatback, armrests, or console. NEVER SECURE REAR-FACING INFANT SEATS IN THE FRONT SEAT. Rear-facing infant seats must always be secured in the rear seat. 19 REAR-FACING INFANT CARRIERS MUST ALWAYS BE SECURED IN THE REAR SEAT, and other child safety seats and infant seats should be secured in the rear seat whenever possible. RWARNING When using forward-facing child seats move the passenger seat as far back from the instrument panel as possible. The force of the rapidly ...
The force of the rapidly inflating air bag could push the top of the rear-facing seat against the vehicle seatback, armrests, or console. NEVER SECURE REAR-FACING INFANT SEATS IN THE FRONT SEAT. Rear-facing infant seats must always be secured in the rear seat. 19 REAR-FACING INFANT CARRIERS MUST ALWAYS BE SECURED IN THE REAR SEAT, and other child safety seats and infant seats should be secured in the rear seat whenever possible. RWARNING When using forward-facing child seats move the passenger seat as far back from the instrument panel as possible. The force of the rapidly ...
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... front seat of this chapter of the Owner Guide, especially sections entitled Safety Belts for Children and Safety Seats for brochure FPS-8602. Failure to Ford's brochure entitled Some Important Information About Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System which connects the components. For additional important safety information on the steering wheel or...
... front seat of this chapter of the Owner Guide, especially sections entitled Safety Belts for Children and Safety Seats for brochure FPS-8602. Failure to Ford's brochure entitled Some Important Information About Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System which connects the components. For additional important safety information on the steering wheel or...