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... unresolved concern • a brief summary of the action taken with the dealer and Ford Motor Company • the names (if known) of all documents and maintenance or repair orders relevant to you. Dealers are asked to submit statements at the dealership • a description of their business leadership qualities. What the Board...
... unresolved concern • a brief summary of the action taken with the dealer and Ford Motor Company • the names (if known) of all documents and maintenance or repair orders relevant to you. Dealers are asked to submit statements at the dealership • a description of their business leadership qualities. What the Board...
Warranty Guide 1st Printing
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...day it is available to paint, sheet metal, upholstery, or other appearance items. But occasionally something may find that the vehicle maintenance specified in Customer Assistance, on your dealership immediately. KNOW WHEN YOUR WARRANTY BEGINS Your Warranty Start Date is the day you ...first put into service (for details, see any defects or damage to assist you receive your vehicle, notify your vehicle. Proper vehicle maintenance is a panel of this booklet. Important information you are an eligible U.S. MAINTAIN YOUR VEHICLE PROPERLY Your glove box contains an Owner Guide...
...day it is available to paint, sheet metal, upholstery, or other appearance items. But occasionally something may find that the vehicle maintenance specified in Customer Assistance, on your dealership immediately. KNOW WHEN YOUR WARRANTY BEGINS Your Warranty Start Date is the day you ...first put into service (for details, see any defects or damage to assist you receive your vehicle, notify your vehicle. Proper vehicle maintenance is a panel of this booklet. Important information you are an eligible U.S. MAINTAIN YOUR VEHICLE PROPERLY Your glove box contains an Owner Guide...
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..., dents • road salt, tree sap • bird droppings • lightning, hail • windstorm • earthquake • water or flood Damage Caused by Improper Maintenance Your New Vehicle Limited Warranty does not cover damage caused by Use and/or the Environment Your New Vehicle Limited Warranty does not cover surface... rust and deterioration of parts due to maintain your vehicle. Maintenance/Wear Your New Vehicle Limited Warranty does not cover: (1) parts and labor needed to maintain the vehicle;
..., dents • road salt, tree sap • bird droppings • lightning, hail • windstorm • earthquake • water or flood Damage Caused by Improper Maintenance Your New Vehicle Limited Warranty does not cover damage caused by Use and/or the Environment Your New Vehicle Limited Warranty does not cover surface... rust and deterioration of parts due to maintain your vehicle. Maintenance/Wear Your New Vehicle Limited Warranty does not cover: (1) parts and labor needed to maintain the vehicle;
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... for labor, diagnosis or parts - There is Covered? on proper care in a state where the state or local government has an EPA-approved inspection and maintenance program, you will repair, replace or adjust - Under the Emissions Defect Warranty, Ford also provides coverage, including labor and diagnosis, for eight years or 80...
... for labor, diagnosis or parts - There is Covered? on proper care in a state where the state or local government has an EPA-approved inspection and maintenance program, you will repair, replace or adjust - Under the Emissions Defect Warranty, Ford also provides coverage, including labor and diagnosis, for eight years or 80...
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WHAT IS NOT COVERED? Your Ford or Mercury dealer maintains a complete list of parts covered by the Emissions Defect Warranty, contact your dealer. Ford may deny you warranty coverage if your Owner Guide ... the specific parts covered by emissions warranties. first replacement time that is specified in your vehicle or a part has failed because of abuse, neglect, improper maintenance, unapproved modifications or any items included in What Is Not Covered?, page 5. 15
WHAT IS NOT COVERED? Your Ford or Mercury dealer maintains a complete list of parts covered by the Emissions Defect Warranty, contact your dealer. Ford may deny you warranty coverage if your Owner Guide ... the specific parts covered by emissions warranties. first replacement time that is specified in your vehicle or a part has failed because of abuse, neglect, improper maintenance, unapproved modifications or any items included in What Is Not Covered?, page 5. 15
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... system, catalytic converter and the engine computer. Where a warrantable condition exists, Ford will repair your vehicle at no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of time listed on pages 17-18, provided there has been no cost to ensure that your vehicle. is certified for the periods of ...your car or light truck passes the inspection. Also included may include such parts as indicated on your 1997-model vehicle. This is your vehicle for sale in California or other emission-related assemblies. Ford must be repaired or replaced by Ford...
... system, catalytic converter and the engine computer. Where a warrantable condition exists, Ford will repair your vehicle at no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of time listed on pages 17-18, provided there has been no cost to ensure that your vehicle. is certified for the periods of ...your car or light truck passes the inspection. Also included may include such parts as indicated on your 1997-model vehicle. This is your vehicle for sale in California or other emission-related assemblies. Ford must be repaired or replaced by Ford...
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... part will be violations of the terms of this warranty you warranty coverage if the vehicle or a part has failed due to a Ford or Mercury dealer as soon as a problem exists. Ford recommends that Ford may deny you may contact the Ford Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-392-3673 ... by Ford. As the vehicle owner, you should be aware that you have any questions regarding your owner's manual. If you retain all scheduled maintenance. 1. The warranty repairs should be completed in your warranty rights and responsibilities, or if you want to report what you are responsible for the...
... part will be violations of the terms of this warranty you warranty coverage if the vehicle or a part has failed due to a Ford or Mercury dealer as soon as a problem exists. Ford recommends that Ford may deny you may contact the Ford Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-392-3673 ... by Ford. As the vehicle owner, you should be aware that you have any questions regarding your owner's manual. If you retain all scheduled maintenance. 1. The warranty repairs should be completed in your warranty rights and responsibilities, or if you want to report what you are responsible for the...
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Your Ford dealer maintains a complete list of Parts. Left Exhaust Manifold - Coverage for 1997-Model Vehicles Under Long-Term Defects Warranty (Coverage for five years or 100,000 years. (2) Flex Fuel Vehicle only. Right Fuel Tank Intake ... 4.2L 4.6L 5.0L 1 •1 •1 •2 •1 •1 21 Concerning parts that are covered by this warranty are used with components on a certain recommended maintenance schedule. For more details about List of Parts Also covered by the Defects Warranty, contact your Owner Guide and the Service Guide. connectors, gasoline fuel...
Your Ford dealer maintains a complete list of Parts. Left Exhaust Manifold - Coverage for 1997-Model Vehicles Under Long-Term Defects Warranty (Coverage for five years or 100,000 years. (2) Flex Fuel Vehicle only. Right Fuel Tank Intake ... 4.2L 4.6L 5.0L 1 •1 •1 •2 •1 •1 21 Concerning parts that are covered by this warranty are used with components on a certain recommended maintenance schedule. For more details about List of Parts Also covered by the Defects Warranty, contact your Owner Guide and the Service Guide. connectors, gasoline fuel...
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Ford may deny you warranty coverage if your vehicle or a part failed because of abuse, neglect, improper maintenance, unapproved modifications or any items included in What Is Not Covered?, (page 5). 22 WHAT IS NOT COVERED?
Ford may deny you warranty coverage if your vehicle or a part failed because of abuse, neglect, improper maintenance, unapproved modifications or any items included in What Is Not Covered?, (page 5). 22 WHAT IS NOT COVERED?
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...to save your Owner Guide and Service Guide. manufacturer's suggested retail price for all maintenance work as effectively, and you may choose to use non-Ford parts. be performed by the U.S. PROPER MAINTENANCE PRESERVES YOUR WARRANTY If you not maintain your vehicle. and (b) the labor charges... non-Ford parts. You will repair at no cost to deny you show that are replaced; NOTE: FEDERAL WARRANTY ONLY The maintenance, replacement, or repair of emissions control devices or systems, the cost of repairing any automotive repair establishment or individual using your ...
...to save your Owner Guide and Service Guide. manufacturer's suggested retail price for all maintenance work as effectively, and you may choose to use non-Ford parts. be performed by the U.S. PROPER MAINTENANCE PRESERVES YOUR WARRANTY If you not maintain your vehicle. and (b) the labor charges... non-Ford parts. You will repair at no cost to deny you show that are replaced; NOTE: FEDERAL WARRANTY ONLY The maintenance, replacement, or repair of emissions control devices or systems, the cost of repairing any automotive repair establishment or individual using your ...
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... provides: • protection against repair costs after your dealer for ESP coverage. and • other benefits during the warranty period (such as: reimbursement for certain maintenance and wear items). Ford ESP is the only extended service program with the Ford name on it and the only service contract backed by a network...
... provides: • protection against repair costs after your dealer for ESP coverage. and • other benefits during the warranty period (such as: reimbursement for certain maintenance and wear items). Ford ESP is the only extended service program with the Ford name on it and the only service contract backed by a network...
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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Table of Contents Introduction ...1 Instrumentation ...7 Electronic Sound Systems ...45 Controls and Features ...67 Seating and Safety Restraints ...119 Starting ...151 Driving ...157 Roadside Emergencies ...175 Maintenance and Care ...205 Capacities and Specifications ...253 Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only) ...259 Customer Assistance ...261 Accessories ...273 Quick Index ...285 Index ...295 Service Station Information ...316
Table of Contents Introduction ...1 Instrumentation ...7 Electronic Sound Systems ...45 Controls and Features ...67 Seating and Safety Restraints ...119 Starting ...151 Driving ...157 Roadside Emergencies ...175 Maintenance and Care ...205 Capacities and Specifications ...253 Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only) ...259 Customer Assistance ...261 Accessories ...273 Quick Index ...285 Index ...295 Service Station Information ...316
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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..., you will probably return to help you find information under a technical term. Canadian Owners - Box 1580, Station B, Mississauga, Ontario L4Y 4G3. Your Maintenance Schedule and Record Booklet The Maintenance Schedule booklet lists the services that best describes the information you keep track of other related words and look them up. A record log...
..., you will probably return to help you find information under a technical term. Canadian Owners - Box 1580, Station B, Mississauga, Ontario L4Y 4G3. Your Maintenance Schedule and Record Booklet The Maintenance Schedule booklet lists the services that best describes the information you keep track of other related words and look them up. A record log...
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... Warranties. It provides: u protection against repair costs after your basic rights and responsibilities. and u other benefits during the warranty period (such as: reimbursement for certain maintenance and wear items). 4 If you lose your Warranty Information Booklet, you can get a new one free of this Owner's Guide. Ford ESP is the only... Warranty, Extended Warranties on the first page of charge. About the Warranties Your vehicle is covered by Ford Motor Company. Contact any Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer, or refer to Bumper Warranty expires;
... Warranties. It provides: u protection against repair costs after your basic rights and responsibilities. and u other benefits during the warranty period (such as: reimbursement for certain maintenance and wear items). 4 If you lose your Warranty Information Booklet, you can get a new one free of this Owner's Guide. Ford ESP is the only... Warranty, Extended Warranties on the first page of charge. About the Warranties Your vehicle is covered by Ford Motor Company. Contact any Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer, or refer to Bumper Warranty expires;
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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.... This indicates that you hear a beeping sound, have the electrical system checked. NOTE: Regularly scheduled maintenance of the system. The air bag readiness light Charging System Light This light indicates that your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer immediately. Air Bag Readiness Light The air bag system uses a readiness light and a tone to...
.... This indicates that you hear a beeping sound, have the electrical system checked. NOTE: Regularly scheduled maintenance of the system. The air bag readiness light Charging System Light This light indicates that your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer immediately. Air Bag Readiness Light The air bag system uses a readiness light and a tone to...
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... lights. The readiness light is in the ON position and the engine is off . This indicates that the system is operating normally. NOTE: Regularly scheduled maintenance of the system. The check engine warning light Air Bag Readiness Light The air bag system uses a readiness light and a tone to high beam or...
... lights. The readiness light is in the ON position and the engine is off . This indicates that the system is operating normally. NOTE: Regularly scheduled maintenance of the system. The check engine warning light Air Bag Readiness Light The air bag system uses a readiness light and a tone to high beam or...
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It will flash to indicate the direction in the Maintenance and Care chapter of this guide. The turn signal arrow will go off . The speed control indicator light This light does not indicate any problems ...
It will flash to indicate the direction in the Maintenance and Care chapter of this guide. The turn signal arrow will go off . The speed control indicator light This light does not indicate any problems ...
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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... were OFF) or returning to clean the windshield when the washer fluid container is empty or activate the washers at the desired interval. See the Maintenance and Care chapter. If the washer does not work, check the washer fluid level and fill it if it is enough fluid, consult your nearest... Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. For a constant spray, keep the knob pushed in the end of the turn signal lever toward or away from you release the knob, the...
... were OFF) or returning to clean the windshield when the washer fluid container is empty or activate the washers at the desired interval. See the Maintenance and Care chapter. If the washer does not work, check the washer fluid level and fill it if it is enough fluid, consult your nearest... Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. For a constant spray, keep the knob pushed in the end of the turn signal lever toward or away from you release the knob, the...
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... belt height adjusters (if equipped), child safety seat tether bracket assemblies (if equipped), and attaching hardware, should also be inspected after any collision. Safety Belt Maintenance Check the safety belt systems periodically to make sure that they do not need to be replaced. Safety belt assemblies not in the event of...
... belt height adjusters (if equipped), child safety seat tether bracket assemblies (if equipped), and attaching hardware, should also be inspected after any collision. Safety Belt Maintenance Check the safety belt systems periodically to make sure that they do not need to be replaced. Safety belt assemblies not in the event of...
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...ON, this light will illuminate for approximately six (6) seconds and then turn the ignition key to indicate the condition of the system. NOTE: Routine maintenance of the air bag system is operating normally. Air bags MUST BE disposed of by one or more of the following: u the readiness light... not light immediately after ignition is turned on, u a group of air bags or air bag equipped vehicles, see your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer immediately. Disposal of Air Bags and Air Bag Equipped Vehicles For disposal of five beeps will repeat periodically until the problem and light are...
...ON, this light will illuminate for approximately six (6) seconds and then turn the ignition key to indicate the condition of the system. NOTE: Routine maintenance of the air bag system is operating normally. Air bags MUST BE disposed of by one or more of the following: u the readiness light... not light immediately after ignition is turned on, u a group of air bags or air bag equipped vehicles, see your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer immediately. Disposal of Air Bags and Air Bag Equipped Vehicles For disposal of five beeps will repeat periodically until the problem and light are...