Owner's Manual
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O/D off (if equipped) Illuminates when the transaxle control switch has been pushed. When the light is best to shift to Speed control in the Controls and features chapter. Upshift (if equipped) Illuminates when it is on . Instrumentation Speed control (if equipped) Illuminates when the speed control system is switched on , the transaxle does not switch into overdrive. 14 Refer to the next highest manual transaxle gear for the maximum fuel economy.
O/D off (if equipped) Illuminates when the transaxle control switch has been pushed. When the light is best to shift to Speed control in the Controls and features chapter. Upshift (if equipped) Illuminates when it is on . Instrumentation Speed control (if equipped) Illuminates when the speed control system is switched on , the transaxle does not switch into overdrive. 14 Refer to the next highest manual transaxle gear for the maximum fuel economy.
Owner's Manual
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... more than a few seconds when the engine is equipped with power steering. Power steering uses energy from the engine to wear out quickly and reduce fuel economy. To prevent damage to the power steering pump: • Never hold the steering wheel to release the brake. If the power steering system breaks down...
... more than a few seconds when the engine is equipped with power steering. Power steering uses energy from the engine to wear out quickly and reduce fuel economy. To prevent damage to the power steering pump: • Never hold the steering wheel to release the brake. If the power steering system breaks down...
Owner's Manual
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... Three. D (Drive) Transaxle operates in gears 2, 3, and 4. The O/D OFF light will illuminate on the instrument cluster. Driving D (Overdrive) The normal driving position for the best fuel economy. D (Overdrive) can be deactivated by pressing the transaxle control switch on the gearshift lever.
... Three. D (Drive) Transaxle operates in gears 2, 3, and 4. The O/D OFF light will illuminate on the instrument cluster. Driving D (Overdrive) The normal driving position for the best fuel economy. D (Overdrive) can be deactivated by pressing the transaxle control switch on the gearshift lever.
Owner's Manual
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These actions will seriously reduce clutch life. Driving Do not drive with your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on the clutch pedal and do not use the clutch to fifth km/h 23 40 58 72 mph 14 25 36 45 141 Recommended shift speeds Upshift and downshift according to the following charts for your specific engine/drivetrain combination: Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for best fuel economy) 5-speed manual transaxle Shift from: First to second Second to third Third to fourth Fourth to hold your foot resting on a hill.
These actions will seriously reduce clutch life. Driving Do not drive with your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on the clutch pedal and do not use the clutch to fifth km/h 23 40 58 72 mph 14 25 36 45 141 Recommended shift speeds Upshift and downshift according to the following charts for your specific engine/drivetrain combination: Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for best fuel economy) 5-speed manual transaxle Shift from: First to second Second to third Third to fourth Fourth to hold your foot resting on a hill.
Owner's Manual
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... their instructions carefully. Be sure to your vehicle's brake system. Towing a trailer will result in a deterioration in fuel economy. 151 If you do not install trailer lights correctly, you may cause damage to your Ford dealer. Trailer lamps Do not connect a trailer's lighting system directly to the vehicle's lighting system or other vehicle...
... their instructions carefully. Be sure to your vehicle's brake system. Towing a trailer will result in a deterioration in fuel economy. 151 If you do not install trailer lights correctly, you may cause damage to your Ford dealer. Trailer lamps Do not connect a trailer's lighting system directly to the vehicle's lighting system or other vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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This will clear curbs and other obstacles. 152 Servicing after towing If you tow a trailer for long distances, your Scheduled Maintenance Guide" for optimum fuel economy and transaxle cooling. • Anticipate stops and brake gradually. Trailer towing tips • Practice turning, stopping and backing up or down steep hills. Refer to ...
This will clear curbs and other obstacles. 152 Servicing after towing If you tow a trailer for long distances, your Scheduled Maintenance Guide" for optimum fuel economy and transaxle cooling. • Anticipate stops and brake gradually. Trailer towing tips • Practice turning, stopping and backing up or down steep hills. Refer to ...
Owner's Manual
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... securely fastened. Recheck tightness of rear adjusting thumbwheel before driving. The load must be placed directly on the luggage rack will result in a deterioration in fuel economy. Driving LUGGAGE RACK (if equipped) The maximum load is loaded. 155
... securely fastened. Recheck tightness of rear adjusting thumbwheel before driving. The load must be placed directly on the luggage rack will result in a deterioration in fuel economy. Driving LUGGAGE RACK (if equipped) The maximum load is loaded. 155
Owner's Manual
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... 1 600 km (1 000 miles) of information about actual fuel economy is you, the driver. Fuel expense, frequency of fuel economy. You must gather information as accurately and consistently as a measure of fillups or fuel gauge readings are NOT accurate as possible. Maintenance and care ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniques Your best source of driving (engine break...
... 1 600 km (1 000 miles) of information about actual fuel economy is you, the driver. Fuel expense, frequency of fuel economy. You must gather information as accurately and consistently as a measure of fillups or fuel gauge readings are NOT accurate as possible. Maintenance and care ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniques Your best source of driving (engine break...
Owner's Manual
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...The amount of Empty Reserve varies and should also have the vehicle facing the same direction each time the tank is also true when calculating fuel economy. 224 Allow three automatic click offs when filling. Always use the same side of a known quality gasoline, preferably a national brand. It... may seem insignificant, but you should use fuel with the recommended octane rating of the same pump and have the vehicle loading and distribution the same every time. This is filled. Filling...
...The amount of Empty Reserve varies and should also have the vehicle facing the same direction each time the tank is also true when calculating fuel economy. 224 Allow three automatic click offs when filling. Always use the same side of a known quality gasoline, preferably a national brand. It... may seem insignificant, but you should use fuel with the recommended octane rating of the same pump and have the vehicle loading and distribution the same every time. This is filled. Filling...
Owner's Manual
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... conditions. Divide total miles traveled by total kilometers traveled. After at least one of fuel added (in liters or gallons). 3. Keep a record for at least three to determine fuel economy: Multiply liters used by 100, then divide by total gallons used. Each time you... fill the tank, record the amount of the simple calculations in fuel economy. 225 This will show how temperature impacts fuel economy. In general, lower temperatures give a deterioration in order to five tank fill ups, fill the fuel tank and record the current kilometer (mileage) reading. 4. Additionally...
... conditions. Divide total miles traveled by total kilometers traveled. After at least one of fuel added (in liters or gallons). 3. Keep a record for at least three to determine fuel economy: Multiply liters used by 100, then divide by total gallons used. Each time you... fill the tank, record the amount of the simple calculations in fuel economy. 225 This will show how temperature impacts fuel economy. In general, lower temperatures give a deterioration in order to five tank fill ups, fill the fuel tank and record the current kilometer (mileage) reading. 4. Additionally...
Owner's Manual
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... time (greater than traveling at 105 km/h [65 mph] uses 15% more fuel than one minute) will always give the best fuel economy. • Idling for long periods of variables and improve your fuel economy. Maintenance and care Driving style - good driving and fuel economy habits Give consideration to the lists that follow and you may deteriorate...
... time (greater than traveling at 105 km/h [65 mph] uses 15% more fuel than one minute) will always give the best fuel economy. • Idling for long periods of variables and improve your fuel economy. Maintenance and care Driving style - good driving and fuel economy habits Give consideration to the lists that follow and you may deteriorate...
Owner's Manual
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...between third and fourth gears may occur causing deterioration in your foot on the brake pedal while driving will deteriorate fuel economy. • Use recommended engine oil. You may want to Lubricant Specifications. • Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance...maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in fuel economy. • Warming up a vehicle on cold mornings is not required and deteriorates fuel economy. • Resting your vehicle Scheduled Maintenance Guide". 227 Speed control can improve fuel economy. Maintenance • Keep tires properly inflated ...
...between third and fourth gears may occur causing deterioration in your foot on the brake pedal while driving will deteriorate fuel economy. • Use recommended engine oil. You may want to Lubricant Specifications. • Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance...maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in fuel economy. • Warming up a vehicle on cold mornings is not required and deteriorates fuel economy. • Resting your vehicle Scheduled Maintenance Guide". 227 Speed control can improve fuel economy. Maintenance • Keep tires properly inflated ...
Owner's Manual
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... to your vehicle (for example bug deflectors, rollover/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) will deteriorate fuel economy. • Use of fuel blended with alcohol will deteriorate fuel economy. • Fuel economy will deteriorate with lower temperatures during the first 12 - 16 km (8 - 10 miles) of driving. ...8226; Flat terrain driving improves fuel economy over hilly roads. • Transaxles give their best fuel economy when operated in the top cruise gear and with steady pressure on the gas pedal. • Four wheel...
... to your vehicle (for example bug deflectors, rollover/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) will deteriorate fuel economy. • Use of fuel blended with alcohol will deteriorate fuel economy. • Fuel economy will deteriorate with lower temperatures during the first 12 - 16 km (8 - 10 miles) of driving. ...8226; Flat terrain driving improves fuel economy over hilly roads. • Transaxles give their best fuel economy when operated in the top cruise gear and with steady pressure on the gas pedal. • Four wheel...
Owner's Manual
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... and care EPA window sticker Every new vehicle should be your vehicle. EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is not supplied with your guide for the fuel economy comparisons with applicable exhaust emission standards. To make sure that the catalytic converter and other vehicles. The EPA window sticker should have the EPA window...
... and care EPA window sticker Every new vehicle should be your vehicle. EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is not supplied with your guide for the fuel economy comparisons with applicable exhaust emission standards. To make sure that the catalytic converter and other vehicles. The EPA window sticker should have the EPA window...
Owner's Manual
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... cooling system ...16 Fail safe cooling ...196 Floor mat ...64 Fog lights ...19 Fog lights, replacing bulbs ...235 Front seats ...77 Fuel economy ...223 Fuel economy habits ...226 Fuel filler cap ...218 Fuel filter ...222, 252 Fuel for cleaner air ...221 274 Index C Page E Page Children and safety belts ...109 Chimes ...15 Climate controls ...24 Clutch fluid...
... cooling system ...16 Fail safe cooling ...196 Floor mat ...64 Fog lights ...19 Fog lights, replacing bulbs ...235 Front seats ...77 Fuel economy ...223 Fuel economy habits ...226 Fuel filler cap ...218 Fuel filter ...222, 252 Fuel for cleaner air ...221 274 Index C Page E Page Children and safety belts ...109 Chimes ...15 Climate controls ...24 Clutch fluid...
Owner's Manual
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Index F Page H Page Fuel gauge ...18 Fuel level ...12 Fuel pump shut off switch ...158 Fuel quality ...220 Fuel tank ...253 Fuel, choosing ...219 Fuel, octane recommendations 220 Fuel, safety information ...215 Fuses ...159 Fuses and relays ...159 G Gearshift warning chime ...15 Good fuel economy ...223 Gross axle weight rating (GAWR) ...145 Gross combined weight (GCW) ...145 Gross vehicle weight (GVW...
Index F Page H Page Fuel gauge ...18 Fuel level ...12 Fuel pump shut off switch ...158 Fuel quality ...220 Fuel tank ...253 Fuel, choosing ...219 Fuel, octane recommendations 220 Fuel, safety information ...215 Fuses ...159 Fuses and relays ...159 G Gearshift warning chime ...15 Good fuel economy ...223 Gross axle weight rating (GAWR) ...145 Gross combined weight (GCW) ...145 Gross vehicle weight (GVW...
Owner's Manual
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... Lost transmitters ...68 Lubricant specifications ...254 Luggage compartment ...21 Luggage cover ...63 Luggage rack ...155 M Maintenance and care ...182 Manual transaxle operation ...140 Mileage. See Fuel economy Mirror ...62 Motorcraft parts ...252 N National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ...272 Octane rating ...220 Odometer ...18 Oil filter ...252 Opening the luggage compartment ...21 Overdrive...
... Lost transmitters ...68 Lubricant specifications ...254 Luggage compartment ...21 Luggage cover ...63 Luggage rack ...155 M Maintenance and care ...182 Manual transaxle operation ...140 Mileage. See Fuel economy Mirror ...62 Motorcraft parts ...252 N National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ...272 Octane rating ...220 Odometer ...18 Oil filter ...252 Opening the luggage compartment ...21 Overdrive...