Owner's Manual
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Operates only when the exterior lights are switched on position to operate the rear window defroster. To manually turn off position. Controls and features Rear window defroster (if equipped) Press the defroster control to clear the rear window of the panel lighting. The defroster turns off automatically after 10 minutes or when the ignition is turned to vary the intensity of thin ice and fog. Panel dimmer control Adjust the control to the off the defroster, push the control again. The ignition must be in the on . 19
Operates only when the exterior lights are switched on position to operate the rear window defroster. To manually turn off position. Controls and features Rear window defroster (if equipped) Press the defroster control to clear the rear window of the panel lighting. The defroster turns off automatically after 10 minutes or when the ignition is turned to vary the intensity of thin ice and fog. Panel dimmer control Adjust the control to the off the defroster, push the control again. The ignition must be in the on . 19
Owner's Manual
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... SIDE 1-2 POWER AUDIO VOLUME AM/FM 1 4 2 5 3 6 SCAN ANS SEEK EJECT Climate controls Your vehicle has one of the following climate control systems: • Manual heating system • Manual heating and air conditioning system In some modes, the two systems function similarly. In modes where the systems do not function similarly, the different...
... SIDE 1-2 POWER AUDIO VOLUME AM/FM 1 4 2 5 3 6 SCAN ANS SEEK EJECT Climate controls Your vehicle has one of the following climate control systems: • Manual heating system • Manual heating and air conditioning system In some modes, the two systems function similarly. In modes where the systems do not function similarly, the different...
Owner's Manual
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Pull the lever on the outside of the seat to recline the seat. Never adjust the driver's seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. 47 Swivel the head restraint forward or backward to the desired height. SEATING Manually adjusting the seats Pull the lever located inside the front edge of the seat to move the seat forward or backward. Seating and safety restraints HEAD RESTRAINTS Adjusting the head restraints Push or pull the head restraint to the desired angle.
Pull the lever on the outside of the seat to recline the seat. Never adjust the driver's seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. 47 Swivel the head restraint forward or backward to the desired height. SEATING Manually adjusting the seats Pull the lever located inside the front edge of the seat to move the seat forward or backward. Seating and safety restraints HEAD RESTRAINTS Adjusting the head restraints Push or pull the head restraint to the desired angle.
Owner's Manual
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Starting If starting a vehicle with an automatic transaxle: • Make sure the parking brake is in P (Park). If starting a vehicle with a manual transaxle: • Make sure the parking brake is set . • Make sure the gearshift is set . • Push the clutch pedal to the floor otherwise the engine will not crank (turn over). • Put the gearshift into neutral. 83
Starting If starting a vehicle with an automatic transaxle: • Make sure the parking brake is in P (Park). If starting a vehicle with a manual transaxle: • Make sure the parking brake is set . • Make sure the gearshift is set . • Push the clutch pedal to the floor otherwise the engine will not crank (turn over). • Put the gearshift into neutral. 83
Owner's Manual
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... will enable you to avoid obstacles. • We recommend that you familiarize yourself with this braking technique. Two important rules when braking in emergencies with manual transaxles, you to retain full steering control of your vehicle and, providing there is maintained. 88 No matter how hard you brake, steering control is...
... will enable you to avoid obstacles. • We recommend that you familiarize yourself with this braking technique. Two important rules when braking in emergencies with manual transaxles, you to retain full steering control of your vehicle and, providing there is maintained. 88 No matter how hard you brake, steering control is...
Owner's Manual
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Push handle downward to disengage the brake. 3. Pull the handle upward to the off position. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or in 1 (first) (manual transaxle). To release the parking brake: 1. Press and hold the release button. 2. To prevent personal injury, do not release the parking brake while outside the vehicle. 89 Driving Parking brake To engage the parking brake: Pull the handle upward.
Push handle downward to disengage the brake. 3. Pull the handle upward to the off position. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or in 1 (first) (manual transaxle). To release the parking brake: 1. Press and hold the release button. 2. To prevent personal injury, do not release the parking brake while outside the vehicle. 89 Driving Parking brake To engage the parking brake: Pull the handle upward.
Owner's Manual
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... have a starter interlock that prevents cranking the engine unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed. Driving Manual transaxle (if equipped) Vehicles equipped with your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on the accelerator pedal. Do not use the clutch to hold... your foot resting on the clutch pedal. Using the clutch When starting a vehicle with a manual transaxle: 1. Hold down on a hill. Put the gearshift lever in 1 (First) or R (Reverse). 6. Release the clutch slowly while pressing gradually down the brake pedal...
... have a starter interlock that prevents cranking the engine unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed. Driving Manual transaxle (if equipped) Vehicles equipped with your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on the accelerator pedal. Do not use the clutch to hold... your foot resting on the clutch pedal. Using the clutch When starting a vehicle with a manual transaxle: 1. Hold down on a hill. Put the gearshift lever in 1 (First) or R (Reverse). 6. Release the clutch slowly while pressing gradually down the brake pedal...
Owner's Manual
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... vehicle. Do not connect a trailer's hydraulic brake system directly to your chances of having a collision greatly increase. Driving Using trailer brakes Use electric brakes or manual, automatic or surge type hydraulic brakes that meet Federal and local regulations. Using safety chains Always connect the trailer's safety chains to the vehicle frame...
... vehicle. Do not connect a trailer's hydraulic brake system directly to your chances of having a collision greatly increase. Driving Using trailer brakes Use electric brakes or manual, automatic or surge type hydraulic brakes that meet Federal and local regulations. Using safety chains Always connect the trailer's safety chains to the vehicle frame...
Owner's Manual
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Do not drive faster than 72 km/h (45 mph) with a manual transaxle: • Select a gear that avoids jerking or excessive engine speed. • Avoid driving excessively in first or second gear. If driving with any weight ...
Do not drive faster than 72 km/h (45 mph) with a manual transaxle: • Select a gear that avoids jerking or excessive engine speed. • Avoid driving excessively in first or second gear. If driving with any weight ...
Owner's Manual
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.... 8. Loosen the wheel nuts slightly. 7. The jack must leave the vehicle. 4. Secure the vehicle against rolling or sliding. 5. Apply the parking brake and 1 (first) gear (manual transaxle) or the P (Park) position (automatic transaxle). 2.
.... 8. Loosen the wheel nuts slightly. 7. The jack must leave the vehicle. 4. Secure the vehicle against rolling or sliding. 5. Apply the parking brake and 1 (first) gear (manual transaxle) or the P (Park) position (automatic transaxle). 2.
Owner's Manual
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Working with engine off (automatic transaxle) 1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in P (Park). 2. Turn off the engine and remove the key. 3. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. Set the parking brake fully and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in 1 (first) or R (Reverse). 2. Turn off the engine and remove the key. 3. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. 130 Maintenance and care Working with engine off (manual transaxle) 1.
Working with engine off (automatic transaxle) 1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in P (Park). 2. Turn off the engine and remove the key. 3. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. Set the parking brake fully and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in 1 (first) or R (Reverse). 2. Turn off the engine and remove the key. 3. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. 130 Maintenance and care Working with engine off (manual transaxle) 1.
Owner's Manual
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Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is securely latched in neutral. 2. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. Maintenance and care Working with engine on (manual transaxle) 1. Working with engine on (automatic transaxle) 1. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. 131 Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in P (Park). 2. Set the parking brake fully and ensure the gearshift is running.
Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is securely latched in neutral. 2. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. Maintenance and care Working with engine on (manual transaxle) 1. Working with engine on (automatic transaxle) 1. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. 131 Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in P (Park). 2. Set the parking brake fully and ensure the gearshift is running.
Owner's Manual
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... computer must "relearn" its idle conditions before your vehicle's engine is electronically controlled, some control conditions are maintained by power from the battery. Put the manual transaxle gearshift in P (Park). Maintenance and care Relearning the idle function Because your vehicle can drive properly.
... computer must "relearn" its idle conditions before your vehicle's engine is electronically controlled, some control conditions are maintained by power from the battery. Put the manual transaxle gearshift in P (Park). Maintenance and care Relearning the idle function Because your vehicle can drive properly.
Owner's Manual
Page 187
without Manual transaxle Automatic transaxle with oil cooler Power steering Cooling system with heating Windshield washer fluid Fuel tank Braking system * Total capacity ** with filter - Capacities and specifications Capacities Engine oil - with automatic transaxle 2.0 litre engine 4.25 l (4.5 qts) 3.75 l (4.0 qts) 2.5 litre engine 5.5 l (5.8 qts) 5.0 l (5.3 qts) 2.6 l (2.7 qts) 8.5 l (9.0 qts.) 9.6 l (10.2 qts) Fill to MAX mark 6.6 l (7.0 qts)* 7.1 l (7.5 qts)** 9.5 l (10.0 qts)* 9.7 l (10.2 qts)** Fill to top of reservoir 61.5 l (16.2 gallons) Fill to MAX mark 187
without Manual transaxle Automatic transaxle with oil cooler Power steering Cooling system with heating Windshield washer fluid Fuel tank Braking system * Total capacity ** with filter - Capacities and specifications Capacities Engine oil - with automatic transaxle 2.0 litre engine 4.25 l (4.5 qts) 3.75 l (4.0 qts) 2.5 litre engine 5.5 l (5.8 qts) 5.0 l (5.3 qts) 2.6 l (2.7 qts) 8.5 l (9.0 qts.) 9.6 l (10.2 qts) Fill to MAX mark 6.6 l (7.0 qts)* 7.1 l (7.5 qts)** 9.5 l (10.0 qts)* 9.7 l (10.2 qts)** Fill to top of reservoir 61.5 l (16.2 gallons) Fill to MAX mark 187
Owner's Manual
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... premium MERCON® power steering fluid Motorcraft MERCON® ATF Ultra-clear windshield washer concentrate Ford part number C6AZ-19542-AB E2FZ-19549-AA CXC-8-B* XO-5W30-QSP Ford specification ESA-M6C25-A WSE-97B44-A American Petroleum Institute Certification Mark and WSS-M2C153-G Engine oil... Power steering fluid Transaxle fluid automatic/ 5-speed manual Windshield washer fluid E6AZ-19582-AA MERCON® XT-2-QDX ...
... premium MERCON® power steering fluid Motorcraft MERCON® ATF Ultra-clear windshield washer concentrate Ford part number C6AZ-19542-AB E2FZ-19549-AA CXC-8-B* XO-5W30-QSP Ford specification ESA-M6C25-A WSE-97B44-A American Petroleum Institute Certification Mark and WSS-M2C153-G Engine oil... Power steering fluid Transaxle fluid automatic/ 5-speed manual Windshield washer fluid E6AZ-19582-AA MERCON® XT-2-QDX ...
Owner's Manual
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Capacities and specifications Engine data Engine Capacity Power output Max. torque Fuel required Continuous engine speed Max. intermittent engine speed Idle speed (manual transaxle) Mixture preparation Firing order Spark plug gap Ignition system Valve clearances 0.14 mm Inlet Exhaust 0.30 mm mm rpm rpm rpm 6150 6375 800...
Capacities and specifications Engine data Engine Capacity Power output Max. torque Fuel required Continuous engine speed Max. intermittent engine speed Idle speed (manual transaxle) Mixture preparation Firing order Spark plug gap Ignition system Valve clearances 0.14 mm Inlet Exhaust 0.30 mm mm rpm rpm rpm 6150 6375 800...
Owner's Manual
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Index M Page P Page Maintenance (see Servicing) Manual transaxle backing up (reverse) ...98 clutch ...96 fluid, capacity ...187 fluid, checking and adding ...138 shift speeds ...97 Mileage, calculating fuel economy ...165 Mirrors side ...
Index M Page P Page Maintenance (see Servicing) Manual transaxle backing up (reverse) ...98 clutch ...96 fluid, capacity ...187 fluid, checking and adding ...138 shift speeds ...97 Mileage, calculating fuel economy ...165 Mirrors side ...
Owner's Manual
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... ...77 automatic locking mode (retractors) ...53, 74 built-in child seat ...68 in front seat ...59, 75 tether anchorage hardware ...78 Seats adjusting the seats, manual ...47 adjusting the seats, power ...48 folding rear seats ...49 head restraints ...47 Servicing your vehicle ...128 Shift-lock system ...91 Shift positions (see Gearshift...
... ...77 automatic locking mode (retractors) ...53, 74 built-in child seat ...68 in front seat ...59, 75 tether anchorage hardware ...78 Seats adjusting the seats, manual ...47 adjusting the seats, power ...48 folding rear seats ...49 head restraints ...47 Servicing your vehicle ...128 Shift-lock system ...91 Shift positions (see Gearshift...
Owner's Manual
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... ...156 Towing your vehicle ...127 Trailer towing ...103 Transaxle automatic, operation ...90 fluid, checking and adding (automatic) ...144 fluid, refill capacities ...187 lubricant specifications ...188 manual, operation ...93 Transmitter (see Remote entry) Trip odometer ...15 Trunk (see Luggage compartment) remote release lever ...39 using the remote entry system .42 Turn signal...
... ...156 Towing your vehicle ...127 Trailer towing ...103 Transaxle automatic, operation ...90 fluid, checking and adding (automatic) ...144 fluid, refill capacities ...187 lubricant specifications ...188 manual, operation ...93 Transmitter (see Remote entry) Trip odometer ...15 Trunk (see Luggage compartment) remote release lever ...39 using the remote entry system .42 Turn signal...
Customer Assistance Guide 1st Printing
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See your vehicle and meets or exceeds Ford's rigid engineering and safety specifications. Ford accessories for your dealer for up to three years or 60,000 km (36,000 miles), whichever comes first. Not all models. Safety Remote keyless ... Air filtration systems Cargo nets Cargo organizers Cargo shades Cargo trays Cassette holders Dash trim Engine block heaters Gear shift knob Luggage presenter (Continental only) Manual sliding rear window Tire step Travel equipment Console Console armrest Daytime running lights Factory luggage rack Factory luggage rack adaptors Fog lights 10...
See your vehicle and meets or exceeds Ford's rigid engineering and safety specifications. Ford accessories for your dealer for up to three years or 60,000 km (36,000 miles), whichever comes first. Not all models. Safety Remote keyless ... Air filtration systems Cargo nets Cargo organizers Cargo shades Cargo trays Cassette holders Dash trim Engine block heaters Gear shift knob Luggage presenter (Continental only) Manual sliding rear window Tire step Travel equipment Console Console armrest Daytime running lights Factory luggage rack Factory luggage rack adaptors Fog lights 10...