Owner's Manual
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...find out about the Ford Extended Service Plan....to buy this owner guide. Contact any Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer, or refer to purchase the Ford Extended Service Plan runs out after 18 months... purchased a Canadian vehicle and did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at the time of purchase, you can buy... about your vehicle's warranties and your basic rights and responsibilities. Buying a Ford Extended Service Plan If you bought your vehicle in the U.S., you can ... option when you buy a Ford Extended Service Plan for your vehicle. If you lose your option ...
...find out about the Ford Extended Service Plan....to buy this owner guide. Contact any Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer, or refer to purchase the Ford Extended Service Plan runs out after 18 months... purchased a Canadian vehicle and did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at the time of purchase, you can buy... about your vehicle's warranties and your basic rights and responsibilities. Buying a Ford Extended Service Plan If you bought your vehicle in the U.S., you can ... option when you buy a Ford Extended Service Plan for your vehicle. If you lose your option ...
Owner's Manual
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...vinyl cleaner for routine cleaning. If rustproofing is not removed from plastic and rubber parts, it can cause deterioration. 9 Clean with a mild detergent. Cleaning Chrome and Aluminum Parts Wash chrome and aluminum parts with a tar and road oil remover if necessary. Do not use steel wool..., abrasive cleaners, fuel or strong detergents. Cleaning Plastic Parts Some of your vehicle rustproofed, remove oversprayed rustproofing ...
...vinyl cleaner for routine cleaning. If rustproofing is not removed from plastic and rubber parts, it can cause deterioration. 9 Clean with a mild detergent. Cleaning Chrome and Aluminum Parts Wash chrome and aluminum parts with a tar and road oil remover if necessary. Do not use steel wool..., abrasive cleaners, fuel or strong detergents. Cleaning Plastic Parts Some of your vehicle rustproofed, remove oversprayed rustproofing ...
Owner's Manual
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.../shoulder belt from the retractor so that suits you hear a snap and feel it is, remove the twist. Fastening the safety belt Adjust the lap part of the belt by pulling on the shoulder belt until you best. Make sure the tongue is securely fastened to the buckle by pulling up...
.../shoulder belt from the retractor so that suits you hear a snap and feel it is, remove the twist. Fastening the safety belt Adjust the lap part of the belt by pulling on the shoulder belt until you best. Make sure the tongue is securely fastened to the buckle by pulling up...
Owner's Manual
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... can add about eight inches (20 cm) to make sure that they do not need to the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode. Ford recommends that the belts do not show damage and continue to operate properly, they work properly and are available at no cost from your ...belt extensions are not damaged. Safety Belt Maintenance Check the safety belt systems periodically to the belt length with a safety belt extension assembly (part number 611C22). See the detailed instructions under Safety Seats for Children in use during a collision should be inspected and replaced if either damage or...
... can add about eight inches (20 cm) to make sure that they do not need to the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode. Ford recommends that the belts do not show damage and continue to operate properly, they work properly and are available at no cost from your ...belt extensions are not damaged. Safety Belt Maintenance Check the safety belt systems periodically to the belt length with a safety belt extension assembly (part number 611C22). See the detailed instructions under Safety Seats for Children in use during a collision should be inspected and replaced if either damage or...
Owner's Manual
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... is started, stays on for up to 60 seconds. Pull off shortly after the engine starts and after you need both systems working , the other part can still work and stop the vehicle. If the warning light goes on if the parking brake does not release fully. You may notice that... the ignition key to stop carefully. This light will also come on , there could be a brake problem. Your vehicle has a divided brake system. If one part isn't working well. For good braking, you have fully released the parking brake, have stopped. However, it does stay on after you have the hydraulic...
... is started, stays on for up to 60 seconds. Pull off shortly after the engine starts and after you need both systems working , the other part can still work and stop the vehicle. If the warning light goes on if the parking brake does not release fully. You may notice that... the ignition key to stop carefully. This light will also come on , there could be a brake problem. Your vehicle has a divided brake system. If one part isn't working well. For good braking, you have fully released the parking brake, have stopped. However, it does stay on after you have the hydraulic...
Owner's Manual
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... skin, eyes, or clothing, immediately flush the area with water for at least 15 minutes. Make sure the vehicles do not touch each other moving parts. 2. 3. 138 If in series or a 24-volt generator set). For further information, see Jumper Cables in the order they are given. Call a...to avoid injury to yourself, follow these directions for road service. Your vehicle has a 12-volt starting motor, ignition system, and other electrical parts if you need to a 24-volt power supply (either two 12-volt batteries in doubt, call for preparing your vehicle. Do not disconnect ...
... skin, eyes, or clothing, immediately flush the area with water for at least 15 minutes. Make sure the vehicles do not touch each other moving parts. 2. 3. 138 If in series or a 24-volt generator set). For further information, see Jumper Cables in the order they are given. Call a...to avoid injury to yourself, follow these directions for road service. Your vehicle has a 12-volt starting motor, ignition system, and other electrical parts if you need to a 24-volt power supply (either two 12-volt batteries in doubt, call for preparing your vehicle. Do not disconnect ...
Owner's Manual
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Let the discharged battery charge for a few minutes to charge the discharged battery. 2. 3. 140 It may be a different problem. The sequence for a few minutes and then start after several attempts, there may take a couple of moving engine parts, then start the booster vehicle. If the vehicle does not start the disabled vehicle. When both vehicles are not in the way of tries before the vehicle starts. Run the engine at a moderate speed. Make sure that the jumper cables are running, let them idle for connecting the jumper cables Jump-Starting 1.
Let the discharged battery charge for a few minutes to charge the discharged battery. 2. 3. 140 It may be a different problem. The sequence for a few minutes and then start after several attempts, there may take a couple of moving engine parts, then start the booster vehicle. If the vehicle does not start the disabled vehicle. When both vehicles are not in the way of tries before the vehicle starts. Run the engine at a moderate speed. Make sure that the jumper cables are running, let them idle for connecting the jumper cables Jump-Starting 1.
Owner's Manual
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... not start the engine when your body under the vehicle while changing a tire. RWARNING To lessen the risk of personal injury, do not put any part of the jack clockwise until the wheel is completely off the ground. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire. Jack mounting position 2. Position the...
... not start the engine when your body under the vehicle while changing a tire. RWARNING To lessen the risk of personal injury, do not put any part of the jack clockwise until the wheel is completely off the ground. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire. Jack mounting position 2. Position the...
Owner's Manual
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...professional servicing, your dealership can be serviced. We want to find them easily. The maintenance schedule is located in u When possible, we design parts that you : the engine compartment so that do -it-yourself items in yellow in the Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet. Check your Warranty ...vehicle as easy as u We give you a Maintenance Schedule that This chapter tells you need to check and service regularly. Servicing Your Aspire Service Made Easy Ford has two goals for your vehicle easy. Also see the Customer Assistance chapter of this Owner Guide. 173
...professional servicing, your dealership can be serviced. We want to find them easily. The maintenance schedule is located in u When possible, we design parts that you : the engine compartment so that do -it-yourself items in yellow in the Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet. Check your Warranty ...vehicle as easy as u We give you a Maintenance Schedule that This chapter tells you need to check and service regularly. Servicing Your Aspire Service Made Easy Ford has two goals for your vehicle easy. Also see the Customer Assistance chapter of this Owner Guide. 173
Owner's Manual
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... Maintenance Checks listed in the Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet be alert for replacement is serviced promptly. Motorcraft parts are some general precautions for disposing of these parts for any unusual noise, vibration, or other indication that your vehicle. Call your vehicle. Precautions When Servicing...Always turn the engine off and let it cool. 174 NOTE: Always dispose of your vehicle is your assurance that Ford-built quality stays in your local recycling center to provide the best performance in a responsible manner. The engine cooling fan may need...
... Maintenance Checks listed in the Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet be alert for replacement is serviced promptly. Motorcraft parts are some general precautions for disposing of these parts for any unusual noise, vibration, or other indication that your vehicle. Call your vehicle. Precautions When Servicing...Always turn the engine off and let it cool. 174 NOTE: Always dispose of your vehicle is your assurance that Ford-built quality stays in your local recycling center to provide the best performance in a responsible manner. The engine cooling fan may need...
Owner's Manual
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... off . materials away from the battery and all lit cigarettes and other smoking Working with long hair. Remove the key from moving parts. If you have enough ventilation. u Do not work with the engine running , avoid wearing loose clothing or jewelry that could get... 3. 175 Block the wheels. This will prevent your vehicle from the ignition after you must work under a vehicle while it is u Keep all fuel-related parts. RWARNING The cooling fan is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or 1 (First) gear (manual transaxle). u If you turn the engine off...
... off . materials away from the battery and all lit cigarettes and other smoking Working with long hair. Remove the key from moving parts. If you have enough ventilation. u Do not work with the engine running , avoid wearing loose clothing or jewelry that could get... 3. 175 Block the wheels. This will prevent your vehicle from the ignition after you must work under a vehicle while it is u Keep all fuel-related parts. RWARNING The cooling fan is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or 1 (First) gear (manual transaxle). u If you turn the engine off...
Owner's Manual
Page 178
... injection pump with cold water. A build up of the u The alternator, distributor and air intake must be covered. The high pressure fluid could penetrate sealed parts and assemblies causing damage or malfunctions. u Extreme care must Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running. Cleaning the Engine A clean engine is...
... injection pump with cold water. A build up of the u The alternator, distributor and air intake must be covered. The high pressure fluid could penetrate sealed parts and assemblies causing damage or malfunctions. u Extreme care must Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running. Cleaning the Engine A clean engine is...
Owner's Manual
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... your fuel cap with the engine u parking the vehicle in the summer. NOTE: If you replace your fuel cap with an authorized Motorcraft or equivalent part. RWARNING If you do not use the proper fuel cap, the pressure in the fuel tank can damage the fuel system or cause it with...
... your fuel cap with the engine u parking the vehicle in the summer. NOTE: If you replace your fuel cap with an authorized Motorcraft or equivalent part. RWARNING If you do not use the proper fuel cap, the pressure in the fuel tank can damage the fuel system or cause it with...
Owner's Manual
Page 181
... service technician. If the condition persists, see your fuel system from freezing. 182 u preventing the fuel lines from rusting. Typical octane rating label In some parts of the country, "regular" grade fuels are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation problems when the engine is cold, it is sold with low volatility...
... service technician. If the condition persists, see your fuel system from freezing. 182 u preventing the fuel lines from rusting. Typical octane rating label In some parts of the country, "regular" grade fuels are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation problems when the engine is cold, it is sold with low volatility...
Owner's Manual
Page 197
... . Refill this reservoir with clear water. To replace the wiper blades: 1. If the blades do not work properly after you clean them, you use a Motorcraft part or equivalent. To make reaching the wiper blades easy, simply turn the ignition to the ACC position and turn the ignition to remove it from...
... . Refill this reservoir with clear water. To replace the wiper blades: 1. If the blades do not work properly after you clean them, you use a Motorcraft part or equivalent. To make reaching the wiper blades easy, simply turn the ignition to the ACC position and turn the ignition to remove it from...
Owner's Manual
Page 200
... tire treads, and remove stones, nails, glass or other damage. To make the necessary repairs. You may permit air to the tire, have them as part of vehicle control. For tire rotation intervals, see the Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet.
... tire treads, and remove stones, nails, glass or other damage. To make the necessary repairs. You may permit air to the tire, have them as part of vehicle control. For tire rotation intervals, see the Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet.
Owner's Manual
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... remounted to 12 inches or limited production tires as defined in Title 49 Code of your vehicle may also affect the accuracy of Federal Regulations Part 575.104(c)(2). 203 Use only the tire combinations recommended on the tire pressure decal. Make sure that have their Tire Quality Grade (described below) molded...
... remounted to 12 inches or limited production tires as defined in Title 49 Code of your vehicle may also affect the accuracy of Federal Regulations Part 575.104(c)(2). 203 Use only the tire combinations recommended on the tire pressure decal. Make sure that have their Tire Quality Grade (described below) molded...
Owner's Manual
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... during its life of the battery clean and dry. For longer, trouble-free operation, keep the top of service. Reinstall the cables when you are part of the cover and cannot be replaced by a Motorcraft Low-Maintenance battery. The Low-Maintenance battery has removable vent caps for checking the electrolyte level...
... during its life of the battery clean and dry. For longer, trouble-free operation, keep the top of service. Reinstall the cables when you are part of the cover and cannot be replaced by a Motorcraft Low-Maintenance battery. The Low-Maintenance battery has removable vent caps for checking the electrolyte level...
Owner's Manual
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... temperature, make sure that the fluid reaches the "L" (or LOW) line range in the reservoir. If you replace or repair any electrical parts, check the appropriate circuit protectors. 215 If the power steering fluid is low, add fluid in your vehicle's electrical system from overloading. The... be accurate if the fluid temperature is approximately 70˚ to 100˚F (21˚ to check the power steering fluid 5. If electrical parts in small amounts, continuously checking the level, until you reach the F (Full) line. Do not overfill. Before you must check the power...
... temperature, make sure that the fluid reaches the "L" (or LOW) line range in the reservoir. If you replace or repair any electrical parts, check the appropriate circuit protectors. 215 If the power steering fluid is low, add fluid in your vehicle's electrical system from overloading. The... be accurate if the fluid temperature is approximately 70˚ to 100˚F (21˚ to check the power steering fluid 5. If electrical parts in small amounts, continuously checking the level, until you reach the F (Full) line. Do not overfill. Before you must check the power...
Owner's Manual
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Remove the nuts on either side of the block. Lift the fuse block and open the flaps on either end. Your Aspire has a main fuse block under Checking and replacing fuses later in the instrument panel behind a cover. Replace the fuse with a new one of the fuse ...block. If a fuse blows, all the parts of your vehicle. fuse is blown, it must be replaced. To remove the main fuse block and replace the fuse: Main fuse block location 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Disconnect...
Remove the nuts on either side of the block. Lift the fuse block and open the flaps on either end. Your Aspire has a main fuse block under Checking and replacing fuses later in the instrument panel behind a cover. Replace the fuse with a new one of the fuse ...block. If a fuse blows, all the parts of your vehicle. fuse is blown, it must be replaced. To remove the main fuse block and replace the fuse: Main fuse block location 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Disconnect...