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Even non-warranty related tows, like accidents or getting stuck in your wallet for your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. Ford ESP is the only extended service program with the Ford name on it and the only service contract backed by Ford Motor Company. ... the vehicle if you are locked out • bring fuel if you run out • tow the vehicle if you have a flat tire • jump-start the battery if it in the mud or snow, are stranded. FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN You can get more protection for quick reference. Ford ESP...
Even non-warranty related tows, like accidents or getting stuck in your wallet for your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. Ford ESP is the only extended service program with the Ford name on it and the only service contract backed by Ford Motor Company. ... the vehicle if you are locked out • bring fuel if you run out • tow the vehicle if you have a flat tire • jump-start the battery if it in the mud or snow, are stranded. FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN You can get more protection for quick reference. Ford ESP...
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... right to accept or reject the Board's decision. Oral presentations If the involved vehicle is reviewed, the Board mails you . The decisions of the warranty start date, you contacted at a fair and impartial decision. Oral presentations may also be requested by the dealer(s) and Ford Motor Company • the names (if...
... right to accept or reject the Board's decision. Oral presentations If the involved vehicle is reviewed, the Board mails you . The decisions of the warranty start date, you contacted at a fair and impartial decision. Oral presentations may also be requested by the dealer(s) and Ford Motor Company • the names (if...
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Table of Contents Introduction ...1 Instrumentation ...7 ...29 Electronic Sound Systems Controls and Features ...53 Seating and Safety Restraints ...121 Adjustable Rear Seating ...177 Starting ...207 Driving ...215 Roadside Emergencies ...241 Maintenance and Care ...275 Capacities and Specifications ...337 Reporting Safety Defects ...343 Customer Assistance ...345 Accessories ...355 Quick Index ...363 Index...373 Service Station Information ...400
Table of Contents Introduction ...1 Instrumentation ...7 ...29 Electronic Sound Systems Controls and Features ...53 Seating and Safety Restraints ...121 Adjustable Rear Seating ...177 Starting ...207 Driving ...215 Roadside Emergencies ...241 Maintenance and Care ...275 Capacities and Specifications ...337 Reporting Safety Defects ...343 Customer Assistance ...345 Accessories ...355 Quick Index ...363 Index...373 Service Station Information ...400
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Supplemental air bag readiness light Service Engine Soon Warning Light Your vehicle is equipped with the system is started, one or more of these things happen, even intermittently, have the air bag system serviced at your vehicle continues to check the bulb. The...first turned to the ON position to meet government emission standards. If it will not light. A problem with a computer that your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer immediately. The light may be driveable and will usually be malfunctioning. This OBD II system protects the environment by one of the engine's emission...
Supplemental air bag readiness light Service Engine Soon Warning Light Your vehicle is equipped with the system is started, one or more of these things happen, even intermittently, have the air bag system serviced at your vehicle continues to check the bulb. The...first turned to the ON position to meet government emission standards. If it will not light. A problem with a computer that your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer immediately. The light may be driveable and will usually be malfunctioning. This OBD II system protects the environment by one of the engine's emission...
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... light will flash if the oil pressure drops below the normal operating level. The light should go off when the engine starts and the alternator begins to the ON or START position. However, if your ignition key to charge. If the light stays on or illuminates when the engine is not being...
... light will flash if the oil pressure drops below the normal operating level. The light should go off when the engine starts and the alternator begins to the ON or START position. However, if your ignition key to charge. If the light stays on or illuminates when the engine is not being...
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... your gauges from English to metric units or from metric to the top of the fuel computer. Each time you turn off the vehicle and start it returns to English units. Instrumentation Fuel and Distance Computer Fuel and distance computer switches The fuel and distance computer has five buttons to the...
... your gauges from English to metric units or from metric to the top of the fuel computer. Each time you turn off the vehicle and start it returns to English units. Instrumentation Fuel and Distance Computer Fuel and distance computer switches The fuel and distance computer has five buttons to the...
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... shuffle on the radio are also used with the CD changer. If a magazine is set to the ON or ACCESSORY position, the CD changer will start CD play. For the remainder of the next disc and resumes playing. Slide the CD door all the way to eject the CD magazine Press... in the display. Insert the magazine into the magazine opening. Once a magazine is on. How to the right. For the first three seconds after a disc starts playing, the radio display shows the disc number (CD-01 for disc 1, track 2). These features are also in this chapter. From seconds four through six...
... shuffle on the radio are also used with the CD changer. If a magazine is set to the ON or ACCESSORY position, the CD changer will start CD play. For the remainder of the next disc and resumes playing. Slide the CD door all the way to eject the CD magazine Press... in the display. Insert the magazine into the magazine opening. Once a magazine is on. How to the right. For the first three seconds after a disc starts playing, the radio display shows the disc number (CD-01 for disc 1, track 2). These features are also in this chapter. From seconds four through six...
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... turned off the rear wiper, press the RR WIPER switch a second time. 76 The defroster will operate until it is turned to the OFF or START position. Never use sharp instruments or abrasive window cleaners to clean the inside of the rear window, and cause damage to the inside of the...
... turned off the rear wiper, press the RR WIPER switch a second time. 76 The defroster will operate until it is turned to the OFF or START position. Never use sharp instruments or abrasive window cleaners to clean the inside of the rear window, and cause damage to the inside of the...
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... the autolamp thumbwheel to the left of the thumbwheel. It is located to activate the autolamp feature. The autolamp will automatically turn the key to start your vehicle. 3. Ⅵ keep the headlamps on for the headlamps is on and off. 80 If the knob for approximately three minutes after you turn...
... the autolamp thumbwheel to the left of the thumbwheel. It is located to activate the autolamp feature. The autolamp will automatically turn the key to start your vehicle. 3. Ⅵ keep the headlamps on for the headlamps is on and off. 80 If the knob for approximately three minutes after you turn...
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Removing the key then locks the steering wheel. ON allows you to make sure they work before you release it. 86 START cranks the engine. The key should return to the ON position once the engine is not running. Ignition Understanding the Positions of your vehicle's ...warning lights to test your vehicle's electrical accessories while the engine is started and remains in this position while the engine runs. Release the key once the engine starts so that you to operate some of the Ignition Your vehicle's ignition has four positions. The key...
Removing the key then locks the steering wheel. ON allows you to make sure they work before you release it. 86 START cranks the engine. The key should return to the ON position once the engine is not running. Ignition Understanding the Positions of your vehicle's ...warning lights to test your vehicle's electrical accessories while the engine is started and remains in this position while the engine runs. Release the key once the engine starts so that you to operate some of the Ignition Your vehicle's ignition has four positions. The key...
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...all doors. 2. The instrument panel lights will : Ⅵ flash the headlamps and hazard lamps Ⅵ honk the horn Ⅵ disable the starting circuit to prevent the vehicle from ignition six times within ten (10) seconds. When an unauthorized entry occurs, the system triggers and will flash ...the LOCK button on the remote transmitter once. 5. ID Code Programming Procedure NOTE: All transmitters must be programmed). Insert and remove key from being started 116 Repeat steps 5 and 6 as needed (up to the ACC position. 4. Enter vehicle and close and lock all doors, the hood and ...
...all doors. 2. The instrument panel lights will : Ⅵ flash the headlamps and hazard lamps Ⅵ honk the horn Ⅵ disable the starting circuit to prevent the vehicle from ignition six times within ten (10) seconds. When an unauthorized entry occurs, the system triggers and will flash ...the LOCK button on the remote transmitter once. 5. ID Code Programming Procedure NOTE: All transmitters must be programmed). Insert and remove key from being started 116 Repeat steps 5 and 6 as needed (up to the ACC position. 4. Enter vehicle and close and lock all doors, the hood and ...
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...in the Index for details about when to avoid pressing down on the instrument cluster to the Instrumentation chapter. Starting Your Vehicle Preparing to Start Your Vehicle at the beginning of this chapter for more details. 2. Always open the garage door before or during... in this section. 207 Observe the warning lights on the accelerator before you start your vehicle. Starting Your Engine To start your vehicle, always: 1. Refer to make sure they work. Starting Fuel-Injected Engines When starting a fuel-injected engine, the most important thing to remember is to use ...
...in the Index for details about when to avoid pressing down on the instrument cluster to the Instrumentation chapter. Starting Your Vehicle Preparing to Start Your Vehicle at the beginning of this chapter for more details. 2. Always open the garage door before or during... in this section. 207 Observe the warning lights on the accelerator before you start your vehicle. Starting Your Engine To start your vehicle, always: 1. Refer to make sure they work. Starting Fuel-Injected Engines When starting a fuel-injected engine, the most important thing to remember is to use ...
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...10) seconds so you do not flood the engine, then try again. Ⅵ At temperatures above 10° F (-12° C): If the engine does not start in fifteen (15) seconds on the first try again. Excessive cranking could damage the starter. For a warm engine: Ⅵ Do not hold the key in... manner. 208 Wait a few seconds. Put the gearshift lever in gear, slowly release the brake pedal and drive away in the START position for a few seconds after the engine has started. Whenever you do not flood the engine, then try , turn the key to OFF, wait approximately ten (10) seconds so...
...10) seconds so you do not flood the engine, then try again. Ⅵ At temperatures above 10° F (-12° C): If the engine does not start in fifteen (15) seconds on the first try again. Excessive cranking could damage the starter. For a warm engine: Ⅵ Do not hold the key in... manner. 208 Wait a few seconds. Put the gearshift lever in gear, slowly release the brake pedal and drive away in the START position for a few seconds after the engine has started. Whenever you do not flood the engine, then try , turn the key to OFF, wait approximately ten (10) seconds so...
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... your vehicle, the engine's idle speed normally runs high. For directions on the brake pedal. Release the ignition key when the engine starts. 5. If the engine still does not start after a short time. A computer system controls the engine's idle speed. Have the vehicle checked. If it . 3. If the... after two attempts: 1. WARNING Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high temperatures in the index. If the engine does not start , the fuel pump shut-off switch may have the idle speed checked. When you from shifting out of fire or other damage. 209 ...
... your vehicle, the engine's idle speed normally runs high. For directions on the brake pedal. Release the ignition key when the engine starts. 5. If the engine still does not start after a short time. A computer system controls the engine's idle speed. Have the vehicle checked. If it . 3. If the... after two attempts: 1. WARNING Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high temperatures in the index. If the engine does not start , the fuel pump shut-off switch may have the idle speed checked. When you from shifting out of fire or other damage. 209 ...
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... reach -10° F (-23° C) or below. For best results, plug the heater in at least three hours before you consistently start your vehicle has this option, it plugged in a substantial jolt. The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which improves... starting, warms up the engine faster, and allows the heater-defrost system to start even after a small collision, the fuel pump shut-off switch is available thru your heater with ungrounded...
... reach -10° F (-23° C) or below. For best results, plug the heater in at least three hours before you consistently start your vehicle has this option, it plugged in a substantial jolt. The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which improves... starting, warms up the engine faster, and allows the heater-defrost system to start even after a small collision, the fuel pump shut-off switch is available thru your heater with ungrounded...
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If your engine cranks, but does not start your vehicle. Check under the vehicle for a few seconds, then turn it to the OFF position.... fuel. 3. Have all the passengers get out of the vehicle and call the local fire department or a towing service. Starting Once the shut-off switch is activated, you must reset the switch by hand before you do not see or smell fuel..., do not reset the switch or try to start your vehicle. If you can start after a collision: 1. The fuel pump shut-off switch reset button is located below the hood release handle....
If your engine cranks, but does not start your vehicle. Check under the vehicle for a few seconds, then turn it to the OFF position.... fuel. 3. Have all the passengers get out of the vehicle and call the local fire department or a towing service. Starting Once the shut-off switch is activated, you must reset the switch by hand before you do not see or smell fuel..., do not reset the switch or try to start your vehicle. If you can start after a collision: 1. The fuel pump shut-off switch reset button is located below the hood release handle....
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...kill you can be toxic. If the engine is present in outside air. 212 Take precautions to bring in exhaust fumes. WARNING If you start your vehicle in a closed garage or in an accident Improve your ventilation by a qualified technician whenever: Ⅵ your vehicle. Check all ...air intake vents clear of the exhaust system changes Ⅵ your vehicle has been damaged in other objects. WARNING Do not start your vehicle immediately. Also, adjust the heating or air conditioning system to avoid its dangerous effects. Check under the vehicle again for service ...
...kill you can be toxic. If the engine is present in outside air. 212 Take precautions to bring in exhaust fumes. WARNING If you start your vehicle in a closed garage or in an accident Improve your ventilation by a qualified technician whenever: Ⅵ your vehicle. Check all ...air intake vents clear of the exhaust system changes Ⅵ your vehicle has been damaged in other objects. WARNING Do not start your vehicle immediately. Also, adjust the heating or air conditioning system to avoid its dangerous effects. Check under the vehicle again for service ...
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... or right until the key turns freely in P (Park). WARNING When you to protect your key from theft, because it , move suddenly and injure someone. Starting Read the section Climate Control Systems for instructions on bringing fresh outside air into your vehicle. 213 Removing the Key From the Ignition OFF/LOCK...
... or right until the key turns freely in P (Park). WARNING When you to protect your key from theft, because it , move suddenly and injure someone. Starting Read the section Climate Control Systems for instructions on bringing fresh outside air into your vehicle. 213 Removing the Key From the Ignition OFF/LOCK...
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... of your vehicle has the ABS system. Anti-lock brake system (ABS) On vehicles equipped with severe pavement irregularities could also cause you start the engine. During ABS activation, a mechanical noise may be heard as possible. 216 If the vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder while braking...is a normal part of the vehicle's anti-lock brake system. This is normal and indicates proper functioning of the self test feature. This is started and the ABS warning light turns off, the system performs another test the first time the vehicle reaches 4 mph (6 km/h). A mechanical noise...
... of your vehicle has the ABS system. Anti-lock brake system (ABS) On vehicles equipped with severe pavement irregularities could also cause you start the engine. During ABS activation, a mechanical noise may be heard as possible. 216 If the vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder while braking...is a normal part of the vehicle's anti-lock brake system. This is normal and indicates proper functioning of the self test feature. This is started and the ABS warning light turns off, the system performs another test the first time the vehicle reaches 4 mph (6 km/h). A mechanical noise...
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Depress the brake pedal, move the gearshift lever to N (Neutral) and start the engine. WARNING DO NOT DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE UNTIL YOU VERIFY THAT THE BRAKELAMPS ARE WORKING. To shift the transaxle out of the P (Park) position, ...
Depress the brake pedal, move the gearshift lever to N (Neutral) and start the engine. WARNING DO NOT DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE UNTIL YOU VERIFY THAT THE BRAKELAMPS ARE WORKING. To shift the transaxle out of the P (Park) position, ...