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... Normal Schedule Normal Schedule Additional services for: Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans Change manual transmission fluid Lubricate 4X2 wheel bearings (except F-450/F-550) Inspect and lubricate 4X2 ball joints (except F-450/F-550) Inspect camshaft belt on 4 cylinder engine (2.5L Ranger) Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F Series, Expedition, Navigator,...filter Inspect NGV tanks 125,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for optimal tire life. 28
... Normal Schedule Normal Schedule Additional services for: Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans Change manual transmission fluid Lubricate 4X2 wheel bearings (except F-450/F-550) Inspect and lubricate 4X2 ball joints (except F-450/F-550) Inspect camshaft belt on 4 cylinder engine (2.5L Ranger) Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F Series, Expedition, Navigator,...filter Inspect NGV tanks 125,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for optimal tire life. 28
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...or 3 months Every 30,000 miles Every 60,000 miles As required As required Change engine oil and replace oil filter Change automatic transmission fluid Change transfer case fluid Change manual transmission fluid Inspect and lubricate U-joints Extensive idling and/or low-speed driving for long distances... Special Operating Conditions Items Needing Special Attention If you operate your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury primarily in heavy commercial use such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery Every 3,000 miles or 3 months Change engine oil and replace oil filter Lube front lower control arm ball joints...
...or 3 months Every 30,000 miles Every 60,000 miles As required As required Change engine oil and replace oil filter Change automatic transmission fluid Change transfer case fluid Change manual transmission fluid Inspect and lubricate U-joints Extensive idling and/or low-speed driving for long distances... Special Operating Conditions Items Needing Special Attention If you operate your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury primarily in heavy commercial use such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery Every 3,000 miles or 3 months Change engine oil and replace oil filter Lube front lower control arm ball joints...
Warranty Guide 1st Printing
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...,000 lbs.: For 5 years or 50,000 miles (gasoline powered engines and vehicles) or 5 years or 100,000 miles (diesel powered engines and vehicles) (whichever first occurs): If an emissions-related part on your vehicle, but Ford cannot deny warranty coverage solely for the lack of receipts or for... terms of this warranty, you may deny you should be completed in a reasonable amount of the required maintenance listed in your owner's manual. The warranty repairs should be aware that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your warranty rights and responsibilities, or if you want ...
...,000 lbs.: For 5 years or 50,000 miles (gasoline powered engines and vehicles) or 5 years or 100,000 miles (diesel powered engines and vehicles) (whichever first occurs): If an emissions-related part on your vehicle, but Ford cannot deny warranty coverage solely for the lack of receipts or for... terms of this warranty, you may deny you should be completed in a reasonable amount of the required maintenance listed in your owner's manual. The warranty repairs should be aware that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your warranty rights and responsibilities, or if you want ...
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...the brake system should be shifted to fasten your catalytic converter. Also illuminates if the parking brake is turned ON. Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage your safety belts. ignition is turned to the ON position to remind you to... at the first available opportunity. Shift indicator light (if equipped) To maximize fuel economy, the shift indicator light illuminates when the manual transmission should drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have the system serviced immediately. For more information, ...
...the brake system should be shifted to fasten your catalytic converter. Also illuminates if the parking brake is turned ON. Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage your safety belts. ignition is turned to the ON position to remind you to... at the first available opportunity. Shift indicator light (if equipped) To maximize fuel economy, the shift indicator light illuminates when the manual transmission should drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have the system serviced immediately. For more information, ...
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... the headlamp control to the first position to also turn on with a manual transaxle ON push the key in while turning to 1 operate while the engine is in the OFF or Parking lamps position. START, cranks the engine. To activate: • the ignition must be in a collision. ON..., all electrical circuits operational. ACCESSORY, allows the electrical accessories such as the engine starts. LOCK, locks the steering wheel, 3 gearshift lever (automatic transaxle only) and allows key removal. Rotate to the second position to...
... the headlamp control to the first position to also turn on with a manual transaxle ON push the key in while turning to 1 operate while the engine is in the OFF or Parking lamps position. START, cranks the engine. To activate: • the ignition must be in a collision. ON..., all electrical circuits operational. ACCESSORY, allows the electrical accessories such as the engine starts. LOCK, locks the steering wheel, 3 gearshift lever (automatic transaxle only) and allows key removal. Rotate to the second position to...
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... safety belt unbuckled. • After step 5 the safety belt warning light will have to the RUN (or ON) position. (DO NOT START THE ENGINE) 2. Turn the ignition switch to be turned on the parklamps/headlamps, turn off . (Approximately 1-2 minutes) • Steps 3-5 must be completed within...Turn on for that : • the parking brake is set • the gearshift is in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or the neutral position (manual transmission). • the ignition switch is in the OFF position • all vehicle doors are closed • the driver's safety belt is unbuckled •...
... safety belt unbuckled. • After step 5 the safety belt warning light will have to the RUN (or ON) position. (DO NOT START THE ENGINE) 2. Turn the ignition switch to be turned on the parklamps/headlamps, turn off . (Approximately 1-2 minutes) • Steps 3-5 must be completed within...Turn on for that : • the parking brake is set • the gearshift is in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or the neutral position (manual transmission). • the ignition switch is in the OFF position • all vehicle doors are closed • the driver's safety belt is unbuckled •...
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... the parking brake on will be caused by any of the following: • underinflated tire(s) on the end of your vehicle in 1 (First) (manual transaxle). Push the button on any wheel(s) • high crown in the P ! If the steering wanders or pulls, the condition could be adversely ...a low power steering pump fluid level. However, if the normal brakes fail, the parking brake can steer the vehicle manually, but it takes more than a few seconds when the engine is not recommended to release the brake. Driving with power steering. To prevent damage to the power steering pump: ...
... the parking brake on will be caused by any of the following: • underinflated tire(s) on the end of your vehicle in 1 (First) (manual transaxle). Push the button on any wheel(s) • high crown in the P ! If the steering wanders or pulls, the condition could be adversely ...a low power steering pump fluid level. However, if the normal brakes fail, the parking brake can steer the vehicle manually, but it takes more than a few seconds when the engine is not recommended to release the brake. Driving with power steering. To prevent damage to the power steering pump: ...
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... 3. These actions will seriously reduce clutch life. Depress the clutch pedal. 4. Do not drive with a manual transaxle have a starter interrupt interlock that prevents cranking of the engine unless the clutch pedal is depressed. Hold down slowly on a hill. ART ST III CK O0 L AC... I 97 Put the gearshift lever in the neutral position. 1 2 3 4 5 R 2. Driving MANUAL TRANSAXLE OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) Using the clutch ...
... 3. These actions will seriously reduce clutch life. Depress the clutch pedal. 4. Do not drive with a manual transaxle have a starter interrupt interlock that prevents cranking of the engine unless the clutch pedal is depressed. Hold down slowly on a hill. ART ST III CK O0 L AC... I 97 Put the gearshift lever in the neutral position. 1 2 3 4 5 R 2. Driving MANUAL TRANSAXLE OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) Using the clutch ...
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... recommended gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of the vehicle and could result in your vehicle's engine, transaxle, brakes, tires and suspension. Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes are safe if installed properly and adjusted to the bumper....on the certification label. Preparing to tow Use the proper equipment for turning corners. The trailer brakes must distribute the load in engine damage, transaxle damage, structural damage, loss of the vehicle. Driving TRAILER TOWING Your vehicle is properly attached to your vehicle. ...
... recommended gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of the vehicle and could result in your vehicle's engine, transaxle, brakes, tires and suspension. Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes are safe if installed properly and adjusted to the bumper....on the certification label. Preparing to tow Use the proper equipment for turning corners. The trailer brakes must distribute the load in engine damage, transaxle damage, structural damage, loss of the vehicle. Driving TRAILER TOWING Your vehicle is properly attached to your vehicle. ...
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Roadside emergencies 2. Place gearshift lever in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or R (Reverse) (manual transaxle), turn engine OFF, and 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 117
Roadside emergencies 2. Place gearshift lever in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or R (Reverse) (manual transaxle), turn engine OFF, and 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 117
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Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in 1 (First). 126 Turn off the engine and remove the key. 3. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. • Manual transaxle: 1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in P (Park). P R N D D L 2. Maintenance and care 1.
Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in 1 (First). 126 Turn off the engine and remove the key. 3. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. • Manual transaxle: 1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in P (Park). P R N D D L 2. Maintenance and care 1.
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Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in N (Neutral). 2. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. 1 2 3 4 5 R Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running . • Manual transaxle: 1. Maintenance and care Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running . 128
Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in N (Neutral). 2. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. 1 2 3 4 5 R Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running . • Manual transaxle: 1. Maintenance and care Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running . 128
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Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for checking the engine oil. 1. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. 5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil indicator (dipstick). • 2.0L SOHC I4 engine ADD FULL 132 Make sure the vehicle is securely latched in P (automatic transaxle) or 1st (manual transaxle). 4. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is on level ground. 2. Maintenance and care ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the appropriate intervals for the oil to drain into the oil pan. 3.
Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for checking the engine oil. 1. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. 5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil indicator (dipstick). • 2.0L SOHC I4 engine ADD FULL 132 Make sure the vehicle is securely latched in P (automatic transaxle) or 1st (manual transaxle). 4. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is on level ground. 2. Maintenance and care ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the appropriate intervals for the oil to drain into the oil pan. 3.
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... the end walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps, resulting in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or the neutral position (manual transaxle), turn off all accessories and start the engine. 3. If acid is electronically controlled by a computer, some control conditions are maintained by power from the battery. If the battery has...
... the end walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps, resulting in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or the neutral position (manual transaxle), turn off all accessories and start the engine. 3. If acid is electronically controlled by a computer, some control conditions are maintained by power from the battery. If the battery has...
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... Brake fluid Ford Part Name High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Premium Engine Coolant Application All Capacity Fill to be replaced, use only spark plugs with the same service part number suffix letter as shown on reservoir Engine coolant1 Engine oil (includes... filter change) Fuel tank capacity Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 Super Premium Motor Oil N/A Automatic transaxles Manual transaxles ZX2 Sedan All 6.0L (6.3 quarts) 5.0L (5.3 quarts) 4.25L (4.5 quarts...
... Brake fluid Ford Part Name High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Premium Engine Coolant Application All Capacity Fill to be replaced, use only spark plugs with the same service part number suffix letter as shown on reservoir Engine coolant1 Engine oil (includes... filter change) Fuel tank capacity Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 Super Premium Motor Oil N/A Automatic transaxles Manual transaxles ZX2 Sedan All 6.0L (6.3 quarts) 5.0L (5.3 quarts) 4.25L (4.5 quarts...
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... Grease latch, auxiliary hood latch, trunk latch, seat tracks. Capacities and specifications Fluid Power steering fluid Transmission fluid Ford Part Name Motorcraft MERCON ATF Motorcraft MERCON ATF Ultra-Clear Windshield Washer Concentrate Application All Automatic transaxles Manual transaxles All Capacity Fill to Adding engine coolant, in the Maintenance and Care chapter.
... Grease latch, auxiliary hood latch, trunk latch, seat tracks. Capacities and specifications Fluid Power steering fluid Transmission fluid Ford Part Name Motorcraft MERCON ATF Motorcraft MERCON ATF Ultra-Clear Windshield Washer Concentrate Application All Automatic transaxles Manual transaxles All Capacity Fill to Adding engine coolant, in the Maintenance and Care chapter.
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...052-0.056 inch) DIS 9.35:1 2.0L DOHC Zetec engine 121 87 octane 1-3-4-2 1.22-1.32 mm (0.048-0.052 inch) DIS 9.6:1 177 1 Capacities and specifications Ford Part Name or Equivalent Manual transaxle Motorcraft MERCON ATF Engine oil Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 Super Premium Motor Oil ...Constant CV Joint Grease velocity joints (High Temp.) Engine coolant1 Ford Premium Engine Coolant Item Ford Part Number XT-2-QDX XO-5W30-QSP Ford Specification MERCON...
...052-0.056 inch) DIS 9.35:1 2.0L DOHC Zetec engine 121 87 octane 1-3-4-2 1.22-1.32 mm (0.048-0.052 inch) DIS 9.6:1 177 1 Capacities and specifications Ford Part Name or Equivalent Manual transaxle Motorcraft MERCON ATF Engine oil Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 Super Premium Motor Oil ...Constant CV Joint Grease velocity joints (High Temp.) Engine coolant1 Ford Premium Engine Coolant Item Ford Part Number XT-2-QDX XO-5W30-QSP Ford Specification MERCON...
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Index Manual transaxle ...97 fluid capacities ...175 lubricant specifications ...177 reverse ...99 Mirrors cleaning ...172 side view mirrors (power) ...17 Moon roof ...49 Motorcraft parts ...158,175 Octane rating ...156 Odometer ...14 Oil (see Engine oil) ...132 Panic alarm feature, remote entry system ...55 Parking brake ...90 Parts (see ......152 tire grades ...150 treadwear ...150 Towing ...151 wrecker ...124 Transaxle automatic operation ...92 fluid, refill capacities ...175 lubricant specifications ...177 manual operation ...97 Transmission fluid, checking and adding (automatic) ...143 197
Index Manual transaxle ...97 fluid capacities ...175 lubricant specifications ...177 reverse ...99 Mirrors cleaning ...172 side view mirrors (power) ...17 Moon roof ...49 Motorcraft parts ...158,175 Octane rating ...156 Odometer ...14 Oil (see Engine oil) ...132 Panic alarm feature, remote entry system ...55 Parking brake ...90 Parts (see ......152 tire grades ...150 treadwear ...150 Towing ...151 wrecker ...124 Transaxle automatic operation ...92 fluid, refill capacities ...175 lubricant specifications ...177 manual operation ...97 Transmission fluid, checking and adding (automatic) ...143 197
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...) ZX2-4.25L (4.5 quarts) Use Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 Super Premium Motor Oil, Ford specification WSS-M2C153-G Automatic transaxle-6.0L (6.3 quarts) Manual transaxle-5.0L (5.3 quarts) Fill to Adding engine coolant, in the Maintenance and Care chapter. 200 DO NOT USE Ford Extended Life Engine Coolant (orange in color). Refer to line on reservoir. 3.9L (4.1 quarts) 3.35L...
...) ZX2-4.25L (4.5 quarts) Use Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 Super Premium Motor Oil, Ford specification WSS-M2C153-G Automatic transaxle-6.0L (6.3 quarts) Manual transaxle-5.0L (5.3 quarts) Fill to Adding engine coolant, in the Maintenance and Care chapter. 200 DO NOT USE Ford Extended Life Engine Coolant (orange in color). Refer to line on reservoir. 3.9L (4.1 quarts) 3.35L...