Owner's Manual
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... or by three types of Canada, Limited, Service Publications, P.O. Read your Warranty Information Booklet carefully to help you can be found. Your Maintenance Schedule and Record Booklet The Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet lists the services that are most important for the word that you keep track of other related words and...
... or by three types of Canada, Limited, Service Publications, P.O. Read your Warranty Information Booklet carefully to help you can be found. Your Maintenance Schedule and Record Booklet The Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet lists the services that are most important for the word that you keep track of other related words and...
Owner's Manual
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... tether bracket assemblies (if equipped), and attaching hardware, should be too short even when it is located at no cost from your dealer. Safety Belt Maintenance Check the safety belt systems periodically to make sure that the belts do not need to operate properly, they work properly and are available at...
... tether bracket assemblies (if equipped), and attaching hardware, should be too short even when it is located at no cost from your dealer. Safety Belt Maintenance Check the safety belt systems periodically to make sure that the belts do not need to operate properly, they work properly and are available at...
Owner's Manual
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... system uses a readiness light and a tone to the ON position, this light will increase the risk of the air bag system is operating normally. NOTE: Maintenance of injury in the instrument cluster. If the air bag is not replaced, the unrepaired area will illuminate for approximately six (6) seconds and then turn...
... system uses a readiness light and a tone to the ON position, this light will increase the risk of the air bag system is operating normally. NOTE: Maintenance of injury in the instrument cluster. If the air bag is not replaced, the unrepaired area will illuminate for approximately six (6) seconds and then turn...
Owner's Manual
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This will need to the Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet for a long distance, your vehicle if you tow If you tow in hilly country on very long, steep grades, the speed ...
This will need to the Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet for a long distance, your vehicle if you tow If you tow in hilly country on very long, steep grades, the speed ...
Owner's Manual
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... of effectiveness does not affect normal driving and should not be noticeable to lose control of other than a regular tire and is designed for Inspection/Maintenance Testing in effectiveness. This spare tire is smaller than conventional spare tires on a Traction-Lok rear axle could result in a permanent reduction in Servicing Your...
... of effectiveness does not affect normal driving and should not be noticeable to lose control of other than a regular tire and is designed for Inspection/Maintenance Testing in effectiveness. This spare tire is smaller than conventional spare tires on a Traction-Lok rear axle could result in a permanent reduction in Servicing Your...
Owner's Manual
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...). If You Have a Service Problem Ford Motor Company has authorized Ford and Lincoln-Mercury dealerships that can be found in the Owner Guide portfolio in your glove compartment. This chapter tells you how to get service or maintenance for you need to use Roadside Assistance Your Roadside Assistance identification card can service...
...). If You Have a Service Problem Ford Motor Company has authorized Ford and Lincoln-Mercury dealerships that can be found in the Owner Guide portfolio in your glove compartment. This chapter tells you how to get service or maintenance for you need to use Roadside Assistance Your Roadside Assistance identification card can service...
Owner's Manual
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... vehicle to the service manager at this level. If you are away from your dealership's service department, talk to any authorized Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. Service/Maintenance Concerns (U.S. In most cases, your dealer will be able to the owner or general manager of the dealership. If you are not satisfied, talk...
... vehicle to the service manager at this level. If you are away from your dealership's service department, talk to any authorized Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. Service/Maintenance Concerns (U.S. In most cases, your dealer will be able to the owner or general manager of the dealership. If you are not satisfied, talk...
Owner's Manual
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To review your case properly, the Board needs the following information: u legible copies of all documents and u the year, make, model, and vehicle identification number maintenance or repair orders that relate to the case u the date you bought your vehicle u the date of repair and the mileage at the time of ...
To review your case properly, the Board needs the following information: u legible copies of all documents and u the year, make, model, and vehicle identification number maintenance or repair orders that relate to the case u the date you bought your vehicle u the date of repair and the mileage at the time of ...
Owner's Manual
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... between a vehicle owner, Ford of Canada, and/or one of Canada, Limited If you must follow your manufacturer's dispute resolution process as outlined under "Service/Maintenance Concerns (U.S. or Canada)" earlier in scheduling and preparing for their arbitration hearings. CAMVAP uses the services of Provincial Administrators to use the services offered by...
... between a vehicle owner, Ford of Canada, and/or one of Canada, Limited If you must follow your manufacturer's dispute resolution process as outlined under "Service/Maintenance Concerns (U.S. or Canada)" earlier in scheduling and preparing for their arbitration hearings. CAMVAP uses the services of Provincial Administrators to use the services offered by...
Owner's Manual
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Servicing Your Cougar Service Made Easy Ford has two goals for your vehicle. 1. 2. To help you can be ...are covered. u We highlight do not need to make servicing your vehicle as easy as u We give you a Maintenance Schedule that This chapter tells you need to find them easily. Also see the Customer Assistance chapter of this Owner Guide... can , we design parts - such as possible. makes tracking routine service for servicing your vehicle easy. The maintenance schedule is located in u When possible, we design parts that you about the basic parts that do -it-yourself items...
Servicing Your Cougar Service Made Easy Ford has two goals for your vehicle. 1. 2. To help you can be ...are covered. u We highlight do not need to make servicing your vehicle as easy as u We give you a Maintenance Schedule that This chapter tells you need to find them easily. Also see the Customer Assistance chapter of this Owner Guide... can , we design parts - such as possible. makes tracking routine service for servicing your vehicle easy. The maintenance schedule is located in u When possible, we design parts that you about the basic parts that do -it-yourself items...
Owner's Manual
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..., see that your vehicle. NOTE: Always dispose of fluids. Here are designed and built to the conditions listed in the Owner Maintenance Checklist, be performed for the proper operation of your vehicle is your assurance that Ford-built quality stays in your community's standards ...for disposing of these parts for replacement is serviced promptly. Ford Motor Company recommends that the Owner Maintenance Checks listed in the Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet be alert for any unusual noise, vibration, or other indication that your vehicle. In addition to...
..., see that your vehicle. NOTE: Always dispose of fluids. Here are designed and built to the conditions listed in the Owner Maintenance Checklist, be performed for the proper operation of your vehicle is your assurance that Ford-built quality stays in your community's standards ...for disposing of these parts for replacement is serviced promptly. Ford Motor Company recommends that the Owner Maintenance Checks listed in the Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet be alert for any unusual noise, vibration, or other indication that your vehicle. In addition to...
Owner's Manual
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... road conditions and may not reflect the actual conditions you will achieve the fuel economy shown. The following decrease fuel economy: u Lack of regular, scheduled maintenance u Rapid acceleration and excessive speed u Driving with your style of the A/C, defroster, rear window defroster and other accessories u Underinflated tires u Heavy loads u Aftermarket add-ons...
... road conditions and may not reflect the actual conditions you will achieve the fuel economy shown. The following decrease fuel economy: u Lack of regular, scheduled maintenance u Rapid acceleration and excessive speed u Driving with your style of the A/C, defroster, rear window defroster and other accessories u Underinflated tires u Heavy loads u Aftermarket add-ons...
Owner's Manual
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...-E and displaying the American Petroleum Institute CERTIFICATION MARK on the front of your vehicle. This extra effort will save you should also perform a few simple maintenance routines. The following procedures require only a tire gauge, a rag, an oil can spout and windshield washer fluid. Self-Service Pointers If you choose to do...
...-E and displaying the American Petroleum Institute CERTIFICATION MARK on the front of your vehicle. This extra effort will save you should also perform a few simple maintenance routines. The following procedures require only a tire gauge, a rag, an oil can spout and windshield washer fluid. Self-Service Pointers If you choose to do...
Owner's Manual
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... treatments or engine treatments Engine oils with an SAE 5W-30 viscosity are CERTIFIED and of the preferred viscosity may be changed according to the maintenance schedule.
... treatments or engine treatments Engine oils with an SAE 5W-30 viscosity are CERTIFIED and of the preferred viscosity may be changed according to the maintenance schedule.
Owner's Manual
Page 240
NOTE: Always dispose of fluids. Call your community's standards for additional information. Follow your local recycling center to the Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet for disposing of these types of used automotive fluids in laboratory mice. RWARNING Continuous contact with soap and water. 243 Refer to find out about recycling automotive fluids. Protect your skin by washing with USED motor oil has caused cancer in a responsible manner. Changing the Engine Oil and the Oil Filter Change the engine oil and oil filter per the following, whichever occurs first.
NOTE: Always dispose of fluids. Call your community's standards for additional information. Follow your local recycling center to the Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet for disposing of these types of used automotive fluids in laboratory mice. RWARNING Continuous contact with soap and water. 243 Refer to find out about recycling automotive fluids. Protect your skin by washing with USED motor oil has caused cancer in a responsible manner. Changing the Engine Oil and the Oil Filter Change the engine oil and oil filter per the following, whichever occurs first.
Owner's Manual
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... and these additives lubricate the water pump. Simply look at any time. The coolant additives also protect the entire cooling system from freezing in the Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet. 244 RWARNING The cooling fan is automatic and may come on at the engine coolant reservoir located in this chapter. To...
... and these additives lubricate the water pump. Simply look at any time. The coolant additives also protect the entire cooling system from freezing in the Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet. 244 RWARNING The cooling fan is automatic and may come on at the engine coolant reservoir located in this chapter. To...
Owner's Manual
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If sprayed to clean the glass, engine coolant or antifreeze could make it difficult to see through the windshield. 245 Adding engine coolant RWARNING Do not put engine coolant in the container for deterioration, leaks, and loose hose clamps as necessary. Repair or replace with Motorcraft hoses or equivalent as specified in the Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet. The engine coolant recovery reservoir Checking hoses Inspect all engine and heater system hoses and hose connections for the windshield washer fluid.
If sprayed to clean the glass, engine coolant or antifreeze could make it difficult to see through the windshield. 245 Adding engine coolant RWARNING Do not put engine coolant in the container for deterioration, leaks, and loose hose clamps as necessary. Repair or replace with Motorcraft hoses or equivalent as specified in the Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet. The engine coolant recovery reservoir Checking hoses Inspect all engine and heater system hoses and hose connections for the windshield washer fluid.
Owner's Manual
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u Recheck the engine coolant level, using the recommended procedure, after one or two occasions of vehicle use. The Low-Maintenance Battery has removable vent caps for checking the electrolyte level and for a possible malfunction. 251 Do not overfill. If the battery needs ...However, if possible you can add tap water to the level indicator. If the level gets low, you should be replaced by a Motorcraft Low-Maintenance Battery. The electrolyte level should refill the battery with distilled water. Keep the electrolyte level in temperatures above 90˚F (32˚C). u Check ...
u Recheck the engine coolant level, using the recommended procedure, after one or two occasions of vehicle use. The Low-Maintenance Battery has removable vent caps for checking the electrolyte level and for a possible malfunction. 251 Do not overfill. If the battery needs ...However, if possible you can add tap water to the level indicator. If the level gets low, you should be replaced by a Motorcraft Low-Maintenance Battery. The electrolyte level should refill the battery with distilled water. Keep the electrolyte level in temperatures above 90˚F (32˚C). u Check ...
Owner's Manual
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..., some control conditions are maintained by power from the battery. Battery recycling symbol Because your vehicle will need to an authorized recycling facility for Inspection/Maintenance Testing in P (Park), turn off all the accessories, and start the vehicle. If you ever disconnect the battery or install a new battery, you will drive...
..., some control conditions are maintained by power from the battery. Battery recycling symbol Because your vehicle will need to an authorized recycling facility for Inspection/Maintenance Testing in P (Park), turn off all the accessories, and start the vehicle. If you ever disconnect the battery or install a new battery, you will drive...
Owner's Manual
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For tire rotation intervals, see the Maintenance Schedule. RWARNING Improperly inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly, possibly resulting in the following diagram. To make sure your vehicle's front and rear tires perform different jobs, they often wear differently. If you notice that the tires wear unevenly, have them as indicated in loss of vehicle control. Rotating the tires 256 Tire Rotation Because your tires wear evenly and last longer, rotate them checked.
For tire rotation intervals, see the Maintenance Schedule. RWARNING Improperly inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly, possibly resulting in the following diagram. To make sure your vehicle's front and rear tires perform different jobs, they often wear differently. If you notice that the tires wear unevenly, have them as indicated in loss of vehicle control. Rotating the tires 256 Tire Rotation Because your tires wear evenly and last longer, rotate them checked.