Owner's Manual
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... when figuring the total weight. Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. Do not use replacement tires with 99 Replacement tires with lower weight capacities than the originals because they may lower the vehicle's GVWR and GAWR limitations. Driving • Maximum Trailer Weight Rating...
... when figuring the total weight. Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. Do not use replacement tires with 99 Replacement tires with lower weight capacities than the originals because they may lower the vehicle's GVWR and GAWR limitations. Driving • Maximum Trailer Weight Rating...
Owner's Manual
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... to tow Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer, and make sure it is capable of towing a trailer up to your vehicle's engine, transaxle, brakes, tires and suspension. TRAILER TOWING Your vehicle is properly attached to 454 kg (1 000 lbs.) gross trailer weight with a maximum tongue load of control, and personal...
... to tow Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer, and make sure it is capable of towing a trailer up to your vehicle's engine, transaxle, brakes, tires and suspension. TRAILER TOWING Your vehicle is properly attached to 454 kg (1 000 lbs.) gross trailer weight with a maximum tongue load of control, and personal...
Owner's Manual
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...** HEAD LH 10A** * Fuse Link Cartridge ** Fuse Relays Relays are located in the power distribution box and should be replaced by qualified technicians. CHANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily.
...** HEAD LH 10A** * Fuse Link Cartridge ** Fuse Relays Relays are located in the power distribution box and should be replaced by qualified technicians. CHANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily.
Owner's Manual
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...car wash, because of the vehicle, possibly injuring yourself or others. It is smaller than a regular tire and is designed for your vehicle is labeled as such. When driving with the temporary spare tire do not: • exceed 80 km/h (50 mph) under any circumstances • load the... maximum vehicle load rating listed on the Safety Compliance Label • tow a trailer • use the temporary spare tire continuously or do not follow these precautions, the tire could fail, causing you to lose control of the vehicle's reduced ground clearance • try to repair the temporary spare...
...car wash, because of the vehicle, possibly injuring yourself or others. It is smaller than a regular tire and is designed for your vehicle is labeled as such. When driving with the temporary spare tire do not: • exceed 80 km/h (50 mph) under any circumstances • load the... maximum vehicle load rating listed on the Safety Compliance Label • tow a trailer • use the temporary spare tire continuously or do not follow these precautions, the tire could fail, causing you to lose control of the vehicle's reduced ground clearance • try to repair the temporary spare...
Owner's Manual
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... vehicle is set the parking brake. When one of the front wheels is diagonally opposite (other type of the vehicle) to the tire being changed. Place gearshift lever in both directions) the wheel that is off the ground, the transaxle alone will not prevent the ...vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack, you change procedure 1. Roadside emergencies • use the wheel for any other side and end of vehicle Tire change a tire, be seriously injured. 2. Park on a level surface, activate hazard flashers and set , then block (in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or R (...
... vehicle is set the parking brake. When one of the front wheels is diagonally opposite (other type of the vehicle) to the tire being changed. Place gearshift lever in both directions) the wheel that is off the ground, the transaxle alone will not prevent the ...vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack, you change procedure 1. Roadside emergencies • use the wheel for any other side and end of vehicle Tire change a tire, be seriously injured. 2. Park on a level surface, activate hazard flashers and set , then block (in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or R (...
Owner's Manual
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Remove the jack, jack handle and spare tire. 3 4 5 R 116 Roadside emergencies block the diagonally opposite wheel. • Automatic P R N D D L • Manual 1 2 3.
Remove the jack, jack handle and spare tire. 3 4 5 R 116 Roadside emergencies block the diagonally opposite wheel. • Automatic P R N D D L • Manual 1 2 3.
Owner's Manual
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... wheel is completely off the ground. 5. Reinstall the lug nuts until the wheel is snug against the hub. Remove the lug nuts with the spare tire, making sure the valve stem is raised off the ground. 6. Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel is facing outward. Lower the... wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. 117 Put the jack in the jack notch next to the door of the tire you are changing. Loosen each wheel lug nut one-half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel has been lowered. 8. Replace the...
... wheel is completely off the ground. 5. Reinstall the lug nuts until the wheel is snug against the hub. Remove the lug nuts with the spare tire, making sure the valve stem is raised off the ground. 6. Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel is facing outward. Lower the... wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. 117 Put the jack in the jack notch next to the door of the tire you are changing. Loosen each wheel lug nut one-half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel has been lowered. 8. Replace the...
Owner's Manual
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Put flat tire, jack and lug wrench away. Use only a 12-volt supply to start your vehicle Also see the label on the battery. 1. You could result in ...
Put flat tire, jack and lug wrench away. Use only a 12-volt supply to start your vehicle Also see the label on the battery. 1. You could result in ...
Owner's Manual
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...not apply to deep tread, winter-type snow tires, space-saver or temporary use on . Push the lock pin with tires that the United States Department of 10 to 12 inches or limited production tires as defined 149 These Tire Quality Grades are fitted with a screwdriver to ...down toward the windshield to remove it into the service position. 2. INFORMATION ABOUT TIRE QUALITY GRADES New vehicles are determined by standards that have their Tire Quality Grade (described below) molded into the tire's sidewall. When the wipers reach the vertical position, turn the wipers on passenger...
...not apply to deep tread, winter-type snow tires, space-saver or temporary use on . Push the lock pin with tires that the United States Department of 10 to 12 inches or limited production tires as defined 149 These Tire Quality Grades are fitted with a screwdriver to ...down toward the windshield to remove it into the service position. 2. INFORMATION ABOUT TIRE QUALITY GRADES New vehicles are determined by standards that have their Tire Quality Grade (described below) molded into the tire's sidewall. When the wipers reach the vertical position, turn the wipers on passenger...
Owner's Manual
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... on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on wet pavement as measured under test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of Transportation requires Ford to variations in driving habits, service... practices, and differences in Title 49 Code of Transportation-Tire quality grades: The U.S. Department of their use, however...
... on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on wet pavement as measured under test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of Transportation requires Ford to variations in driving habits, service... practices, and differences in Title 49 Code of Transportation-Tire quality grades: The U.S. Department of their use, however...
Owner's Manual
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... indoor laboratory test wheel. Maintenance and care The traction grade assigned to this tire is established for this tire is properly inflated and not overloaded. The temperature grade for a tire that is based on braking (straight ahead) traction tests and does not include...excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can lead to sudden tire failure. Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of the tire to dissipate heat when tested under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard...
... indoor laboratory test wheel. Maintenance and care The traction grade assigned to this tire is established for this tire is properly inflated and not overloaded. The temperature grade for a tire that is based on braking (straight ahead) traction tests and does not include...excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can lead to sudden tire failure. Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of the tire to dissipate heat when tested under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard...
Owner's Manual
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... least one hour or has been driven less than 5 km (3 miles). • Adjust tire pressure to recommended specifications found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. Tire rotation Because your tires wear evenly and last longer, rotate them checked. 152 To make sure your vehicle...'s tires perform different jobs, they often wear differently. Improperly inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly...
... least one hour or has been driven less than 5 km (3 miles). • Adjust tire pressure to recommended specifications found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. Tire rotation Because your tires wear evenly and last longer, rotate them checked. 152 To make sure your vehicle...'s tires perform different jobs, they often wear differently. Improperly inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly...
Owner's Manual
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Maintenance and care • Four tire rotation Replacing the tires Replace the tires when the wear band is visible through the tire treads. Failure to follow these precautions may also affect the accuracy of the vehicle and make it easier to lose control and roll over. Tires that are larger or smaller than your vehicle's original tires may adversely affect the handling of your speedometer. 153
Maintenance and care • Four tire rotation Replacing the tires Replace the tires when the wear band is visible through the tire treads. Failure to follow these precautions may also affect the accuracy of the vehicle and make it easier to lose control and roll over. Tires that are larger or smaller than your vehicle's original tires may adversely affect the handling of your speedometer. 153
Owner's Manual
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...fuel lines. • Drive cautiously. However, in rain and snow. Chains may need to use tire chains on your vehicle have on your vehicle, stop and re-tighten the chains. If this size tire may cause damage to provide traction in some climates, you may chip the wheels. • ... your vehicle. • If possible, avoid fully loading your vehicle. • Do not use snow tires and chains, you must be the same size and grade as those originally installed. The tires on aluminum wheels. If you currently have all weather treads to steering, suspension and/or body components....
...fuel lines. • Drive cautiously. However, in rain and snow. Chains may need to use tire chains on your vehicle have on your vehicle, stop and re-tighten the chains. If this size tire may cause damage to provide traction in some climates, you may chip the wheels. • ... your vehicle. • If possible, avoid fully loading your vehicle. • Do not use snow tires and chains, you must be the same size and grade as those originally installed. The tires on aluminum wheels. If you currently have all weather treads to steering, suspension and/or body components....
Owner's Manual
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...fuel system may cause leakage and lead to work improperly in a collision. If the fuel cap is venting vapor or if you do not use tire chains on dry roads. • The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage. Do not remove these components from your vehicle when using... chains. WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS Important safety precautions Do not overfill the fuel tank. Maintenance and care • Remove the tire chains when they are no longer needed. The pressure in the fuel tank can cause serious injury or death if misused or mishandled. 155 ...
...fuel system may cause leakage and lead to work improperly in a collision. If the fuel cap is venting vapor or if you do not use tire chains on dry roads. • The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage. Do not remove these components from your vehicle when using... chains. WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS Important safety precautions Do not overfill the fuel tank. Maintenance and care • Remove the tire chains when they are no longer needed. The pressure in the fuel tank can cause serious injury or death if misused or mishandled. 155 ...
Owner's Manual
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... engine number (the last eight numbers of the vehicle identification number) is stamped on the driver side instrument panel. BY FORD MOTOR CO. MFD. Capacities and specifications IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Safety compliance label The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Regulations require that...VIN: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX TYPE: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX MAXIMUM LOAD=OCCUPANTS + LUGGAGE=XXXKG/XXXXLB OCCUPANTS: X TOTAL X FR X 2ND X RR OCCUPANTS LUGGAGE XX XXXKG/XXXXLB TIRE: XXXX/XXXXX XXX X XXXKG/XXXXLB PRESSURE (FR) XXX kPa/33 PSI COLD PRESSURE (RR) XXX kPa/33 PSI COLD TRAILER TOWING - DATE:...
... engine number (the last eight numbers of the vehicle identification number) is stamped on the driver side instrument panel. BY FORD MOTOR CO. MFD. Capacities and specifications IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Safety compliance label The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Regulations require that...VIN: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX TYPE: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX MAXIMUM LOAD=OCCUPANTS + LUGGAGE=XXXKG/XXXXLB OCCUPANTS: X TOTAL X FR X 2ND X RR OCCUPANTS LUGGAGE XX XXXKG/XXXXLB TIRE: XXXX/XXXXX XXX X XXXKG/XXXXLB PRESSURE (FR) XXX kPa/33 PSI COLD PRESSURE (RR) XXX kPa/33 PSI COLD TRAILER TOWING - DATE:...
Owner's Manual
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... anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...88 fluid, checking and adding ...136 Break-in period ...2 Bulbs, replacing ...163 specifications ...172 Cargo cover ...39 Changing a tire ...113 Child safety seats ...66 Chime headlamps on ...12 Cleaning your vehicle ...175 built-in child seat ...179 engine compartment ...176 fabric ...178 instrument panel...
... anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...88 fluid, checking and adding ...136 Break-in period ...2 Bulbs, replacing ...163 specifications ...172 Cargo cover ...39 Changing a tire ...113 Child safety seats ...66 Chime headlamps on ...12 Cleaning your vehicle ...175 built-in child seat ...179 engine compartment ...176 fabric ...178 instrument panel...
Owner's Manual
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...,31 turning off ...29 Speedometer ...15 Starting your vehicle ...80,81,84 Tachometer mechanical cluster ...16 Tilt steering wheel ...33 Tires ...149,152 checking the pressure ...152 replacing ...153 rotating ...152 snow tires and chains ...154 treadwear ...150 Trailer towing ...100 tips ...102,122 Transaxle ...90 automatic operation ..94,95,96,97...
...,31 turning off ...29 Speedometer ...15 Starting your vehicle ...80,81,84 Tachometer mechanical cluster ...16 Tilt steering wheel ...33 Tires ...149,152 checking the pressure ...152 replacing ...153 rotating ...152 snow tires and chains ...154 treadwear ...150 Trailer towing ...100 tips ...102,122 Transaxle ...90 automatic operation ..94,95,96,97...
Owner's Manual
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...Engine oil Unleaded fuel only - 87 octane 48.5L (12.8 gallons) Use Motorcraft 5W30 Super Premium Motor Oil, Ford Specification WSS-M2C153-G Refer to Tire Pressure Decal on passenger's door panel Pull handle under the left side of the instrument panel Sedan/wagon-3.8L (4.0 ...) Automatic transaxle-6.0L (6.3 quarts) Manual transaxle-5.0L (5.3 quarts) Fill to line on reservoir 3.9L (4.1 quarts) 3.35L (3.55 quarts) Tire size and pressure Hood release Oil capacity (with filter change) Coolant capacity Power steering fluid capacity Automatic transmission capacity Manual transmission capacity 192
...Engine oil Unleaded fuel only - 87 octane 48.5L (12.8 gallons) Use Motorcraft 5W30 Super Premium Motor Oil, Ford Specification WSS-M2C153-G Refer to Tire Pressure Decal on passenger's door panel Pull handle under the left side of the instrument panel Sedan/wagon-3.8L (4.0 ...) Automatic transaxle-6.0L (6.3 quarts) Manual transaxle-5.0L (5.3 quarts) Fill to line on reservoir 3.9L (4.1 quarts) 3.35L (3.55 quarts) Tire size and pressure Hood release Oil capacity (with filter change) Coolant capacity Power steering fluid capacity Automatic transmission capacity Manual transmission capacity 192
Customer Assistance Guide 1st Printing
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... for your new car or light truck by Ford Motor Company. Ford ESP is the only extended service program with the Ford name on it and the only service contract backed by purchasing a Ford Extended Service Plan (Ford ESP). Should you have a flat tire • jump-start the battery if it becomes... discharged • unlock the vehicle if you are locked out • bring fuel if you run out • tow the vehicle if you are covered (some exclusions apply, such as impound towing or repossession). Ford ESP is available:...
... for your new car or light truck by Ford Motor Company. Ford ESP is the only extended service program with the Ford name on it and the only service contract backed by purchasing a Ford Extended Service Plan (Ford ESP). Should you have a flat tire • jump-start the battery if it becomes... discharged • unlock the vehicle if you are locked out • bring fuel if you run out • tow the vehicle if you are covered (some exclusions apply, such as impound towing or repossession). Ford ESP is available:...