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It is dedication to learning what you want, determination to develop the right concept, and execution of PARK (P) until you depress the brake pedal? (Refer to Gearshift in the Index) Ford's Commitment to You At Ford Motor Company, excellence is the continuous commitment to achieve the best result... in mind, providing better products and services than our competition. 1 For your own safety and the safety of your passengers, it means if the O/D OFF light is important that you get a flat tire? (Refer to Flat tire in the Index) s What it is illuminated on your instrument panel? (Refer to ...
It is dedication to learning what you want, determination to develop the right concept, and execution of PARK (P) until you depress the brake pedal? (Refer to Gearshift in the Index) Ford's Commitment to You At Ford Motor Company, excellence is the continuous commitment to achieve the best result... in mind, providing better products and services than our competition. 1 For your own safety and the safety of your passengers, it means if the O/D OFF light is important that you get a flat tire? (Refer to Flat tire in the Index) s What it is illuminated on your instrument panel? (Refer to ...
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... checked by your vehicle. RWARNING The BRAKE light indicates that the brake fluid level is running and after you have released the parking brake fully, have the hydraulic brake system serviced. Indicator Lights and Chimes Brake System Warning Light The warning light for the brakes can show two things - Brake system and parking brake light The BRAKE light normally illuminates when you to verify that...
... checked by your vehicle. RWARNING The BRAKE light indicates that the brake fluid level is running and after you have released the parking brake fully, have the hydraulic brake system serviced. Indicator Lights and Chimes Brake System Warning Light The warning light for the brakes can show two things - Brake system and parking brake light The BRAKE light normally illuminates when you to verify that...
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... your vehicle's electrical system checked immediately. Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light (If Equipped) To check the anti-lock brake warning light, turn the ignition key to the ON position. The ABS warning light should glow momentarily. Anti-lock brake system warning light RWARNING If the anti-lock brake system warning light remains on or comes on for a long...
... your vehicle's electrical system checked immediately. Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light (If Equipped) To check the anti-lock brake warning light, turn the ignition key to the ON position. The ABS warning light should glow momentarily. Anti-lock brake system warning light RWARNING If the anti-lock brake system warning light remains on or comes on for a long...
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Daytime Running Light (DRL) System (Canadian vehicles only) The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system turns the high beam headlamps on, with a reduced light output, when: s the vehicle is "running" s the vehicle has a fully released parking brake s the headlamp system is in the OFF position NOTE: You may notice that the lights flicker when the engine is turned on when the driver's door is a normal condition. 77 Controls and Features The headlamp control knob A chime will sound if any of the exterior lamps are on or off. This is opened.
Daytime Running Light (DRL) System (Canadian vehicles only) The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system turns the high beam headlamps on, with a reduced light output, when: s the vehicle is "running" s the vehicle has a fully released parking brake s the headlamp system is in the OFF position NOTE: You may notice that the lights flicker when the engine is turned on when the driver's door is a normal condition. 77 Controls and Features The headlamp control knob A chime will sound if any of the exterior lamps are on or off. This is opened.
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...cruising speed, press the OFF switch once and then reactivate the system by driving without the speed control. the CRUISE light will go out. If you unintentionally press the brake pedal while pushing the RESUME/ACCEL button to help your speed decreasing, even if you release the pedal, the ...vehicle will return to be canceled if the vehicle slows down steep hills. the CRUISE light will go out. Both the CRUISE CONT...
...cruising speed, press the OFF switch once and then reactivate the system by driving without the speed control. the CRUISE light will go out. If you unintentionally press the brake pedal while pushing the RESUME/ACCEL button to help your speed decreasing, even if you release the pedal, the ...vehicle will return to be canceled if the vehicle slows down steep hills. the CRUISE light will go out. Both the CRUISE CONT...
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... vehicle is traveling at a speed over 30 mph (48 km/h). To reset at a lower speed, use one of the following methods: s Lightly tap the brake pedal. s Push and hold the RESUME/ACCEL button. When the CRUISE indicator blinks, press the speed control OFF switch and have the system checked.../ACCEL button. When the speedometer indicates the desired speed, push the COAST/SET button and release it will increase by your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. 95 Each time you do this , the set speed will cancel automatically. The vehicle will resume the last set speed will then...
... vehicle is traveling at a speed over 30 mph (48 km/h). To reset at a lower speed, use one of the following methods: s Lightly tap the brake pedal. s Push and hold the RESUME/ACCEL button. When the CRUISE indicator blinks, press the speed control OFF switch and have the system checked.../ACCEL button. When the speedometer indicates the desired speed, push the COAST/SET button and release it will increase by your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. 95 Each time you do this , the set speed will cancel automatically. The vehicle will resume the last set speed will then...
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...vehicle, always: 1. Before you turn the ignition key to ON. 211 See Safety belts in P (Park) and the parking brake is set before you start your foot on the brake pedal and turn the key. 4. Starting Your Engine To start your vehicle in a closed garage or in this section. 2. ... engine, the most important thing to remember is to avoid pressing down on the instrument cluster to make sure they work. Test the warning lights on the accelerator before you have problems getting your safety belts. Always open the garage door before or during starting . 3. See Starting Your...
...vehicle, always: 1. Before you turn the ignition key to ON. 211 See Safety belts in P (Park) and the parking brake is set before you start your foot on the brake pedal and turn the key. 4. Starting Your Engine To start your vehicle in a closed garage or in this section. 2. ... engine, the most important thing to remember is to avoid pressing down on the instrument cluster to make sure they work. Test the warning lights on the accelerator before you have problems getting your safety belts. Always open the garage door before or during starting . 3. See Starting Your...
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... the engine. After the engine is depressed, the high-mount brake lamp should illuminate. Front Disc Brakes The front disc brakes are self-adjusting. Driving Brakes When the foot (service) brake pedal is started and the ABS warning light turns off, the system performs another test the first time the...turns on the driver's foot. If a malfunction is resumed or when the vehicle comes to a stop when normal braking is found during this check, the ABS warning light will come on. 219 The pedal pulsations are considered normal ABS operation, and will stop . A mechanical noise may...
... the engine. After the engine is depressed, the high-mount brake lamp should illuminate. Front Disc Brakes The front disc brakes are self-adjusting. Driving Brakes When the foot (service) brake pedal is started and the ABS warning light turns off, the system performs another test the first time the...turns on the driver's foot. If a malfunction is resumed or when the vehicle comes to a stop when normal braking is found during this check, the ABS warning light will come on. 219 The pedal pulsations are considered normal ABS operation, and will stop . A mechanical noise may...
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... any time other than immediately after turning the key to the ON position) have the braking system checked by a qualified service technician as soon as possible. RWARNING If the anti-lock brake system warning light remains on or comes on (at any negative effects of mobile radio transmitting equipment installed...loose surfaces such as snow or gravel, or roads with the ABS system providing that the radio is activated other than during light to lose control of the brake system and is normal. However, if the squeal becomes very loud or if it may indicate the need for inspection. ...
... any time other than immediately after turning the key to the ON position) have the braking system checked by a qualified service technician as soon as possible. RWARNING If the anti-lock brake system warning light remains on or comes on (at any negative effects of mobile radio transmitting equipment installed...loose surfaces such as snow or gravel, or roads with the ABS system providing that the radio is activated other than during light to lose control of the brake system and is normal. However, if the squeal becomes very loud or if it may indicate the need for inspection. ...
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... the ignition whenever you lift up on , have the brakes checked immediately. To release the parking brake, press the brake pedal with your right foot and hold it is fully released, but the Brake System light remains on the parking brake release handle. If you do not use the gearshift in... Park (P). RWARNING If the parking brake is running. The parking brake RWARNING When parking, do not take these precautions, your vehicle...
... the ignition whenever you lift up on , have the brakes checked immediately. To release the parking brake, press the brake pedal with your right foot and hold it is fully released, but the Brake System light remains on the parking brake release handle. If you do not use the gearshift in... Park (P). RWARNING If the parking brake is running. The parking brake RWARNING When parking, do not take these precautions, your vehicle...
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... Overdrive Off whenever you drive your gearshift selection indicator (instead of the lever and the O/D OFF light in the instrument cluster will automatically upshift to use D (Overdrive) Overdrive is placed in Drive (O/D OFF) provides more engine braking than Overdrive for descending hills, or city driving. NOTE: Overdrive will find a button labeled OVERDRIVE...
... Overdrive Off whenever you drive your gearshift selection indicator (instead of the lever and the O/D OFF light in the instrument cluster will automatically upshift to use D (Overdrive) Overdrive is placed in Drive (O/D OFF) provides more engine braking than Overdrive for descending hills, or city driving. NOTE: Overdrive will find a button labeled OVERDRIVE...
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... this condition, it will shift to Second (2), and then shift back to First (1) after the vehicle decelerates to provide maximum engine braking on an extremely slippery surface, the Electronic Transaxle Control Module may receive a signal indicating a rapid increase or decrease in Drive. Do...in this happens, stop your dealer as soon as possible. First (1) gear provides only first gear operation. NOTE: If the O/D OFF indicator light is on steep downgrades. If this position. 227 If the condition still exists, contact your vehicle as soon as possible. When to use ...
... this condition, it will shift to Second (2), and then shift back to First (1) after the vehicle decelerates to provide maximum engine braking on an extremely slippery surface, the Electronic Transaxle Control Module may receive a signal indicating a rapid increase or decrease in Drive. Do...in this happens, stop your dealer as soon as possible. First (1) gear provides only first gear operation. NOTE: If the O/D OFF indicator light is on steep downgrades. If this position. 227 If the condition still exists, contact your vehicle as soon as possible. When to use ...
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... light bulb (# 1157, 3157, 2357, or 3357) on most trailers weighing over 1,500 lbs. (680 kg). Class I Trailer Tow electrical wiring provides two circuits (right hand and left hand) to prevent exhaust fumes from entering the vehicle. Your vehicle may not have enough braking power... local regulations. Trailer Lamps Make sure your trailer lamps conform to your vehicle's brake system. Cross chains under the trailer tongue and allow slack for turning corners. Trailer Brakes Separate trailer brakes are properly sealed to operate trailer stop /turn tail lamps. Never attach chains ...
... light bulb (# 1157, 3157, 2357, or 3357) on most trailers weighing over 1,500 lbs. (680 kg). Class I Trailer Tow electrical wiring provides two circuits (right hand and left hand) to prevent exhaust fumes from entering the vehicle. Your vehicle may not have enough braking power... local regulations. Trailer Lamps Make sure your trailer lamps conform to your vehicle's brake system. Cross chains under the trailer tongue and allow slack for turning corners. Trailer Brakes Separate trailer brakes are properly sealed to operate trailer stop /turn tail lamps. Never attach chains ...
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... 12-volt starting motor, ignition system, and other . Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle. Set the parking brake on the heater blower in doubt, call for preparing your starting system, so you need to use a 12-volt jumper system. Check all other... not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle. Turn on both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other switches and lights in both vehicles. Roadside Emergencies To avoid damaging your vehicle or your battery, and to avoid injury to yourself, follow these directions for road...
... 12-volt starting motor, ignition system, and other . Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle. Set the parking brake on the heater blower in doubt, call for preparing your starting system, so you need to use a 12-volt jumper system. Check all other... not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle. Turn on both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other switches and lights in both vehicles. Roadside Emergencies To avoid damaging your vehicle or your battery, and to avoid injury to yourself, follow these directions for road...
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... vehicle is low. The fluid level should not use up brake fluid rapidly. RWARNING Continuous contact with a brake fluid level indicator in the master cylinder which lights the BRAKE warning light on the master cylinder. RWARNING Brake fluid is filled to prevent oil contamination of the engine ventilating system while refilling. 7. Follow directions in Checking and...
... vehicle is low. The fluid level should not use up brake fluid rapidly. RWARNING Continuous contact with a brake fluid level indicator in the master cylinder which lights the BRAKE warning light on the master cylinder. RWARNING Brake fluid is filled to prevent oil contamination of the engine ventilating system while refilling. 7. Follow directions in Checking and...
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The reservoir for washer fluid is located in the container for the engine coolant. If sprayed to clean the glass, engine coolant or antifreeze could make it difficult to see through the windshield. 287 This reservoir contains the fluid for fuel, or when the warning light indicates low washer fluid. RWARNING Do not put windshield washer fluid in the engine compartment. Maintenance and Care Brake fluid master cylinder reservoir Windshield Washer Fluid Check the level of the windshield washer fluid every time you stop for both the windshield and liftgate washers.
The reservoir for washer fluid is located in the container for the engine coolant. If sprayed to clean the glass, engine coolant or antifreeze could make it difficult to see through the windshield. 287 This reservoir contains the fluid for fuel, or when the warning light indicates low washer fluid. RWARNING Do not put windshield washer fluid in the engine compartment. Maintenance and Care Brake fluid master cylinder reservoir Windshield Washer Fluid Check the level of the windshield washer fluid every time you stop for both the windshield and liftgate washers.
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Fuel system s Fill fuel tank with a light grade oil. s Keep all gears while the engine is running. Engine s Start the engine every fifteen days. NOTE: During extended periods of the fuel pump ... system and may deteriorate due to prevent fading. s Cover interior soft trim to oxidation. Run it reaches normal operating temperature. s With your foot on the brake, shift the transaxle into all rubber parts free from oil and solvents.
Fuel system s Fill fuel tank with a light grade oil. s Keep all gears while the engine is running. Engine s Start the engine every fifteen days. NOTE: During extended periods of the fuel pump ... system and may deteriorate due to prevent fading. s Cover interior soft trim to oxidation. Run it reaches normal operating temperature. s With your foot on the brake, shift the transaxle into all rubber parts free from oil and solvents.
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s Keep connections clean and covered with the product. Brakes s Make sure the brakes and parking brake are fully released. 338 Ford Gas Stabilizer should then be added whenever actual or expected storage periods exceed 60 days. A volatile corrosion inhibitor added to ... fuel system's inner surfaces from corrosion. Cooling system s Protect your vehicle against freezing temperatures. Follow the instructions on the label. Follow the instructions packaged with a light coat of grease. Battery s Check and recharge the battery as necessary.
s Keep connections clean and covered with the product. Brakes s Make sure the brakes and parking brake are fully released. 338 Ford Gas Stabilizer should then be added whenever actual or expected storage periods exceed 60 days. A volatile corrosion inhibitor added to ... fuel system's inner surfaces from corrosion. Cooling system s Protect your vehicle against freezing temperatures. Follow the instructions on the label. Follow the instructions packaged with a light coat of grease. Battery s Check and recharge the battery as necessary.
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Index A ABS warning light (see Anti-lock brake system) Accessory position on the ignition...Additives, engine oil ...Air bag supplemental restraint system and child safety seats ...description ...driver air bag ...indicator light...operation ...passenger air bag ...service and ... 219 . . 10 . 263 . 118 . 352 . 349 . . 29 385 Antifreeze (see Engine coolant) ...Anti-lock brake system (ABS) description ...noise ...see also Brake...warning light ...Anti-theft lug nuts and key...Anti-theft system, triggering ...Appeals (see Dispute settlement board) ...Assistance (see Customer assistance)...Audio ...
Index A ABS warning light (see Anti-lock brake system) Accessory position on the ignition...Additives, engine oil ...Air bag supplemental restraint system and child safety seats ...description ...driver air bag ...indicator light...operation ...passenger air bag ...service and ... 219 . . 10 . 263 . 118 . 352 . 349 . . 29 385 Antifreeze (see Engine coolant) ...Anti-lock brake system (ABS) description ...noise ...see also Brake...warning light ...Anti-theft lug nuts and key...Anti-theft system, triggering ...Appeals (see Dispute settlement board) ...Assistance (see Customer assistance)...Audio ...
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... ...proper disposal, recycling ...servicing ...voltage gauge ...when storing your vehicle ...Brake fluid brake warning light ...checking and adding ...description ...specifications ...Brakes adjustment ...anti-lock ...anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light applying the brakes ...brake warning light ...fluid, checking and adding...fluid, refill capacities ...fluid, specifications ...front disc...if brakes do not grip well ...270, ... ...9 ...285 ...285 . 286, 343 ...286...
... ...proper disposal, recycling ...servicing ...voltage gauge ...when storing your vehicle ...Brake fluid brake warning light ...checking and adding ...description ...specifications ...Brakes adjustment ...anti-lock ...anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light applying the brakes ...brake warning light ...fluid, checking and adding...fluid, refill capacities ...fluid, specifications ...front disc...if brakes do not grip well ...270, ... ...9 ...285 ...285 . 286, 343 ...286...