Owner's Manual
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...start the engine. The key should return to ON when you do not damage the starter. If your vehicle's warning lights (except the brake system warning light) to make sure they work before you to test your vehicle has an automatic transaxle: 1. Put the gearshift lever in... START position also allows you can use ACCESSORY to turn on whether your vehicle has a manual transaxle: 1. Set the parking brake fully. 3. For example, you to test the brake warning light. 6 ACCESSORY allows some of your vehicle's electrical accessories to operate while the engine is started and remains in 1 (First...
...start the engine. The key should return to ON when you do not damage the starter. If your vehicle's warning lights (except the brake system warning light) to make sure they work before you to test your vehicle has an automatic transaxle: 1. Put the gearshift lever in... START position also allows you can use ACCESSORY to turn on whether your vehicle has a manual transaxle: 1. Set the parking brake fully. 3. For example, you to test the brake warning light. 6 ACCESSORY allows some of your vehicle's electrical accessories to operate while the engine is started and remains in 1 (First...
Owner's Manual
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...beginning of this section. 2. Keep your foot on the instrument panel to the ON position. 3. 6 Starting Your Contour Before you start your engine: 1. Turn the key to the Warning Lights and Gauges chapter. Refer to the START position (cranking) until the engine starts. DO NOT use the accelerator ...while the vehicle is parked. 4. If you should test the warning lights on the brake pedal and turn the ignition key to make sure that they work. Starting Your Engine To start your engine. DO NOT depress the ...
...beginning of this section. 2. Keep your foot on the instrument panel to the ON position. 3. 6 Starting Your Contour Before you start your engine: 1. Turn the key to the Warning Lights and Gauges chapter. Refer to the START position (cranking) until the engine starts. DO NOT use the accelerator ...while the vehicle is parked. 4. If you should test the warning lights on the brake pedal and turn the ignition key to make sure that they work. Starting Your Engine To start your engine. DO NOT depress the ...
Owner's Manual
Page 59
... should be working properly. It normally goes off shortly after you have fully released the parking brake, have the hydraulic brake system serviced by a qualified service technician. RWARNING The BRAKE light indicates that the brake fluid level is not set, it comes on after the engine starts and you turn the ignition to the START...
... should be working properly. It normally goes off shortly after you have fully released the parking brake, have the hydraulic brake system serviced by a qualified service technician. RWARNING The BRAKE light indicates that the brake fluid level is not set, it comes on after the engine starts and you turn the ignition to the START...
Owner's Manual
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... tachometer in the red zone, you may have an Anti-lock Brake System feature. If it does, check the Anti-lock Brake System light each time you start your engine. Normal braking is not affected unless the brake warning light is not working and should be heard and felt. If it ... noise may be serviced immediately to restore the benefits of the self-check feature. Anti-lock Brake System Warning Light (If equipped) Your vehicle may damage the engine. At this check the anti-lock light will come on the ABS pump motor for vehicles equipped with the traction control system).
... tachometer in the red zone, you may have an Anti-lock Brake System feature. If it does, check the Anti-lock Brake System light each time you start your engine. Normal braking is not affected unless the brake warning light is not working and should be heard and felt. If it ... noise may be serviced immediately to restore the benefits of the self-check feature. Anti-lock Brake System Warning Light (If equipped) Your vehicle may damage the engine. At this check the anti-lock light will come on the ABS pump motor for vehicles equipped with the traction control system).
Owner's Manual
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... can put the gearshift lever in the R (Reverse) position, the vehicle will roll freely, even on the slightest incline, unless the parking brake or brakes are not locked. 6 Console-mounted automatic transaxle shift control lever R (Reverse) With the gearshift in any of the transaxle are on the gearshift... handle. Your vehicle will move backward. The OD OFF light is located on . When the TCS is pressed, the 142 You should...
... can put the gearshift lever in the R (Reverse) position, the vehicle will roll freely, even on the slightest incline, unless the parking brake or brakes are not locked. 6 Console-mounted automatic transaxle shift control lever R (Reverse) With the gearshift in any of the transaxle are on the gearshift... handle. Your vehicle will move backward. The OD OFF light is located on . When the TCS is pressed, the 142 You should...
Owner's Manual
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...for climbing hills, depress the TCS. D (Drive) also gives more engine braking to use D (Overdrive - without Transaxle Control Switch activated) D (Overdrive) is being driven. 6 Driving Your Contour transaxle control indicator light will not be illuminated. When this OD OFF is started, the overdrive system... for certain terrain. This switch may not be used to normal operation (first through third gears and provide coast braking in the normal overdrive mode and the light will illuminate (OD OFF) on the instrument panel. When to use D (Drive - with Transaxle Control Switch ...
...for climbing hills, depress the TCS. D (Drive) also gives more engine braking to use D (Overdrive - without Transaxle Control Switch activated) D (Overdrive) is being driven. 6 Driving Your Contour transaxle control indicator light will not be illuminated. When this OD OFF is started, the overdrive system... for certain terrain. This switch may not be used to normal operation (first through third gears and provide coast braking in the normal overdrive mode and the light will illuminate (OD OFF) on the instrument panel. When to use D (Drive - with Transaxle Control Switch ...
Owner's Manual
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...slight kick and then a hard resistance in the accelerator pedal, and a mechanical noise. The traction control system light on the instrument panel comes on or flashes on the brakes. If you do not downshift through the gears decreases your vehicle inoperative. At speeds below 35 mph (55... km/h) the traction control system also applies the brake to a stop, do , it could cause a complete clutch failure, making your vehicle's fuel economy. Downshifting reduces the chance of slippery...
...slight kick and then a hard resistance in the accelerator pedal, and a mechanical noise. The traction control system light on the instrument panel comes on or flashes on the brakes. If you do not downshift through the gears decreases your vehicle inoperative. At speeds below 35 mph (55... km/h) the traction control system also applies the brake to a stop, do , it could cause a complete clutch failure, making your vehicle's fuel economy. Downshifting reduces the chance of slippery...
Owner's Manual
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...the left for approximately three (3) seconds. If the amount of the steering wheel. Steering Your Vehicle Your vehicle comes with power steering. Brakes Applying the Brakes Your vehicle may have the system serviced by pushing the T/C OFF button on the instrument panel to steer your vehicle changes at a...if it takes more than five seconds if the engine is turned to the ON position, the traction control system light comes on for more effort. 6 Driving Your Contour The traction control system can be on. If the power steering system breaks down (or if the engine is ...
...the left for approximately three (3) seconds. If the amount of the steering wheel. Steering Your Vehicle Your vehicle comes with power steering. Brakes Applying the Brakes Your vehicle may have the system serviced by pushing the T/C OFF button on the instrument panel to steer your vehicle changes at a...if it takes more than five seconds if the engine is turned to the ON position, the traction control system light comes on for more effort. 6 Driving Your Contour The traction control system can be on. If the power steering system breaks down (or if the engine is ...
Owner's Manual
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... a qualified service technician. In spite of the brake system and is normal. Use the "squeeze" technique - push on the brake pedal; Occasional brake squeal during light to moderate stops does not affect the function of this improvement in braking performance, you should continue to be cautious in ...a skid) the anti-lock brake system prevents the lock-up by your wheels...
... a qualified service technician. In spite of the brake system and is normal. Use the "squeeze" technique - push on the brake pedal; Occasional brake squeal during light to moderate stops does not affect the function of this improvement in braking performance, you should continue to be cautious in ...a skid) the anti-lock brake system prevents the lock-up by your wheels...
Owner's Manual
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...mobile radio transmitting equipment installed on , that the radio is a normal part of slippery and dry surfaces. Normal braking is not affected unless the brake warning light is a normal condition. As described above, the system turns on the ABS pump motor for vehicles equipped with... light each time you start your vehicle when braking on . This is installed according 151 Ford Motor Company has not found during this time, a mechanical noise may not have an Anti-lock Brake System feature. The Anti-lock Brake System has self-check capabilities. 6 Driving Your Contour hazardous...
...mobile radio transmitting equipment installed on , that the radio is a normal part of slippery and dry surfaces. Normal braking is not affected unless the brake warning light is a normal condition. As described above, the system turns on the ABS pump motor for vehicles equipped with... light each time you start your vehicle when braking on . This is installed according 151 Ford Motor Company has not found during this time, a mechanical noise may not have an Anti-lock Brake System feature. The Anti-lock Brake System has self-check capabilities. 6 Driving Your Contour hazardous...
Owner's Manual
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...'s instructions. They may not be used whenever you have had a mobile radio transmitter installed and the check ABS light comes on , have the brakes checked immediately. To set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is located between the front seats. To release the parking...dealer inspect the radio installation. RWARNING To prevent personal injury, do not release the parking brake while outside the vehicle. Also, if the ABS system is fully released, but the Brake System light remains on (at any time other than immediately after turning the key to the ON position...
...'s instructions. They may not be used whenever you have had a mobile radio transmitter installed and the check ABS light comes on , have the brakes checked immediately. To set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is located between the front seats. To release the parking...dealer inspect the radio installation. RWARNING To prevent personal injury, do not release the parking brake while outside the vehicle. Also, if the ABS system is fully released, but the Brake System light remains on (at any time other than immediately after turning the key to the ON position...
Owner's Manual
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...be adversely affected. 6 Driving Your Contour The parking brake is not designed to stop a...vehicle. Driving in an emergency if the normal brakes fail. Driving Under Special Conditions Tips for Safe Driving ...the same caution while driving on will cause the brakes to wear out quickly and will increase greatly ...steering wheel unless necessary. However, since the parking brake applies only the rear brakes, the stopping distance will reduce the fuel economy... the parking brake to stop your vehicle within reasonable limits. s Drive slower than a vehicle with the parking brake on slippery ...
...be adversely affected. 6 Driving Your Contour The parking brake is not designed to stop a...vehicle. Driving in an emergency if the normal brakes fail. Driving Under Special Conditions Tips for Safe Driving ...the same caution while driving on will cause the brakes to wear out quickly and will increase greatly ...steering wheel unless necessary. However, since the parking brake applies only the rear brakes, the stopping distance will reduce the fuel economy... the parking brake to stop your vehicle within reasonable limits. s Drive slower than a vehicle with the parking brake on slippery ...
Owner's Manual
Page 153
... the tires. If you are still stuck after a minute or two of the spot. s Consider using one of your wheels. Shift, in each gear, press lightly on the accelerator and release. Do not rock the vehicle for a tow truck. 154 Do not downshift into 1 (First) with the manual transaxle when moving... roads. By moving faster than a few minutes. You could lose control of the lower gears. This may fail and injure a passenger or bystander. 6 s Pump the brake pedal steadily and evenly to "rock" it on slippery roads, do not use it out of rocking, call for more than 20 mph (32 km/h).
... the tires. If you are still stuck after a minute or two of the spot. s Consider using one of your wheels. Shift, in each gear, press lightly on the accelerator and release. Do not rock the vehicle for a tow truck. 154 Do not downshift into 1 (First) with the manual transaxle when moving... roads. By moving faster than a few minutes. You could lose control of the lower gears. This may fail and injure a passenger or bystander. 6 s Pump the brake pedal steadily and evenly to "rock" it on slippery roads, do not use it out of rocking, call for more than 20 mph (32 km/h).
Owner's Manual
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...Ford dealer. To get the proper equipment for your vehicle's drivetrain. Driving While You Tow Be especially careful when driving while you need to drive excessively in 1 (First) or 2 (Second), it may cause damage to follow their instructions carefully. RWARNING Do not connect a trailer's hydraulic brake...heavily loaded for hooking up your trailer's lights, see your local trailer dealer and your trailer's brakes meet local and federal regulations. 6 Connecting the trailer's brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic, or surge-type hydraulic brakes are towing a trailer, you should ...
...Ford dealer. To get the proper equipment for your vehicle's drivetrain. Driving While You Tow Be especially careful when driving while you need to drive excessively in 1 (First) or 2 (Second), it may cause damage to follow their instructions carefully. RWARNING Do not connect a trailer's hydraulic brake...heavily loaded for hooking up your trailer's lights, see your local trailer dealer and your trailer's brakes meet local and federal regulations. 6 Connecting the trailer's brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic, or surge-type hydraulic brakes are towing a trailer, you should ...
Owner's Manual
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...the fuel system. Engine s Start engine every 15 days. Follow the instructions on the brake, shift through all the gears while the engine is maintained for quick starting. 256 Cooling... necessary. s Keep connections clean and covered with the product. Follow the instructions packaged with a light coat of vehicle storage (60 days or more than 30 days without recharging the battery, it ...), fuel may also clog small orifices. NOTE: During extended periods of grease. Ford Gas Stabilizer should then be added whenever actual or expected storage periods exceed 60 days. s If...
...the fuel system. Engine s Start engine every 15 days. Follow the instructions on the brake, shift through all the gears while the engine is maintained for quick starting. 256 Cooling... necessary. s Keep connections clean and covered with the product. Follow the instructions packaged with a light coat of vehicle storage (60 days or more than 30 days without recharging the battery, it ...), fuel may also clog small orifices. NOTE: During extended periods of grease. Ford Gas Stabilizer should then be added whenever actual or expected storage periods exceed 60 days. s If...
Owner's Manual
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... 136 . 213 . . 66 . 174 . 182 . 179 . 115 ...139 231 229 252 254 273 INDEX A ABS warning light (see Anti-lock brake system) Additives, engine oil ...Air bag supplemental restraint system and child safety seats ...description ...disposal ...driver air bag ...indicator... light...operation ...passenger air bag ...proper seating ...tone generator ...wearing safety belts ...Air cleaner filter location ...specifications ...Alarm, activating remote personal...Antenna, radio (see Electronic sound system) . . Antifreeze (see Engine coolant) ...Anti-lock brake system (ABS), warning...
... 136 . 213 . . 66 . 174 . 182 . 179 . 115 ...139 231 229 252 254 273 INDEX A ABS warning light (see Anti-lock brake system) Additives, engine oil ...Air bag supplemental restraint system and child safety seats ...description ...disposal ...driver air bag ...indicator... light...operation ...passenger air bag ...proper seating ...tone generator ...wearing safety belts ...Air cleaner filter location ...specifications ...Alarm, activating remote personal...Antenna, radio (see Electronic sound system) . . Antifreeze (see Engine coolant) ...Anti-lock brake system (ABS), warning...
Owner's Manual
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... ...proper disposal, recycling ...replacement, specifications ...when storing your vehicle ...Brake fluid brake warning light ...checking and adding ...description ...specifications ...Brakelamp, high-mount brakelamp ...Brakes anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light applying the brakes ...brake warning light ...fluid, checking and adding...fluid, refill capacities ...fluid, specifications ...master cylinder ...new brake linings ...noise...parking ...trailer ...when storing your vehicle ...142, 146...
... ...proper disposal, recycling ...replacement, specifications ...when storing your vehicle ...Brake fluid brake warning light ...checking and adding ...description ...specifications ...Brakelamp, high-mount brakelamp ...Brakes anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light applying the brakes ...brake warning light ...fluid, checking and adding...fluid, refill capacities ...fluid, specifications ...master cylinder ...new brake linings ...noise...parking ...trailer ...when storing your vehicle ...142, 146...
Owner's Manual
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..., ...26 37 26 29 29 37 ...60 ...43 ...56 275 Catalytic converter ...Chains, tires...Changing a tire ...Charging system warning light ...Childproof locks ...Child safety restraints child safety belts ...child safety seats ...Child safety seats and air bags ...attaching with tether straps ...automatic...headlamps on ...key in exhaust ...Car seats for children (see Child safety seats) ...Cassette tape player (see Electronic sound system) . . Brake-shift interlock ...Break-in period ...Brights (high beams) ...Bulbs, replacing halogen ...headlamps ...high-mount brakelamp. ...140 ...4 ...59, 84...
..., ...26 37 26 29 29 37 ...60 ...43 ...56 275 Catalytic converter ...Chains, tires...Changing a tire ...Charging system warning light ...Childproof locks ...Child safety restraints child safety belts ...child safety seats ...Child safety seats and air bags ...attaching with tether straps ...automatic...headlamps on ...key in exhaust ...Car seats for children (see Child safety seats) ...Cassette tape player (see Electronic sound system) . . Brake-shift interlock ...Break-in period ...Brights (high beams) ...Bulbs, replacing halogen ...headlamps ...high-mount brakelamp. ...140 ...4 ...59, 84...
Owner's Manual
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Emission control system catalytic converter...emissions warranty ...Engine check engine warning light ...does not start...fuel injected engine, starting ...fuel pump shut-off switch ...preparing to start ...refill capacities ...service points ...starting ...starting ...towing ...Emergency brake (parking brake) . . Electronic stereo cassette radio (see Electronic sound system) Electronic stereo radio (see Electronic Emergencies, roadside assistance...
Emission control system catalytic converter...emissions warranty ...Engine check engine warning light ...does not start...fuel injected engine, starting ...fuel pump shut-off switch ...preparing to start ...refill capacities ...service points ...starting ...starting ...towing ...Emergency brake (parking brake) . . Electronic stereo cassette radio (see Electronic sound system) Electronic stereo radio (see Electronic Emergencies, roadside assistance...
Owner's Manual
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...-mount brakelamp...illuminated entry system ...instrument panel, dimming...interior lamps...replacing bulbs ...trailer ...Lane change indicator (see Turn signal) Lap belts ...Lights, warning and indicator air bag ...anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...brake ...charging system...check engine ...engine oil pressure ...high beam ...low coolant ...oil pressure ...safety belt ...turn signal indicator ...Load limits GAWR...
...-mount brakelamp...illuminated entry system ...instrument panel, dimming...interior lamps...replacing bulbs ...trailer ...Lane change indicator (see Turn signal) Lap belts ...Lights, warning and indicator air bag ...anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...brake ...charging system...check engine ...engine oil pressure ...high beam ...low coolant ...oil pressure ...safety belt ...turn signal indicator ...Load limits GAWR...