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... and clean body and door drain holes safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, air bag, safety belt) for operation cooling system fluid level and coolant strength battery connections and clean if necessary clutch fluid level, if equipped 5,000 Miles Adjust clutch by lifting pedal (manual transmission Mustang only) (see Owner Guide) 8
... and clean body and door drain holes safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, air bag, safety belt) for operation cooling system fluid level and coolant strength battery connections and clean if necessary clutch fluid level, if equipped 5,000 Miles Adjust clutch by lifting pedal (manual transmission Mustang only) (see Owner Guide) 8
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...more demanding "Special Operating Conditions" listed below, you will need to perform the additional maintenance. If you only occasionally operate your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury primarily in heavy commercial use such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery Every 3,000 miles or 3 months Change engine oil and... replace oil filter Lube front lower control arm ball joints with zerk fittings, if equipped Every 5,000 miles Inspect brake system Check battery electrolyte level (Patrol Cars) Every 15,000 miles Replace fuel filter Every 30,000 miles Change automatic transmission fluid Lubricate 4X2 wheel ...
...more demanding "Special Operating Conditions" listed below, you will need to perform the additional maintenance. If you only occasionally operate your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury primarily in heavy commercial use such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery Every 3,000 miles or 3 months Change engine oil and... replace oil filter Lube front lower control arm ball joints with zerk fittings, if equipped Every 5,000 miles Inspect brake system Check battery electrolyte level (Patrol Cars) Every 15,000 miles Replace fuel filter Every 30,000 miles Change automatic transmission fluid Lubricate 4X2 wheel ...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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Introduction Vehicle symbol glossary Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter
Introduction Vehicle symbol glossary Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter
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... system warning Extinguishes when the parking brake is correct and the light remains illuminated, do not start the engine. The light also illuminates when the battery is off . See your dealer or a qualified service technician. Illuminates after releasing the parking brake to check the engine oil level as soon as possible...
... system warning Extinguishes when the parking brake is correct and the light remains illuminated, do not start the engine. The light also illuminates when the battery is off . See your dealer or a qualified service technician. Illuminates after releasing the parking brake to check the engine oil level as soon as possible...
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The ignition key should not be left in this position for too long to this position only if the gearshift lever is in P (Park). 2. Ignition off, steering wheel locked. Ignition and all main electrical circuits are disabled. Controls and features STEERING COLUMN CONTROLS Ignition 1. The accessory position. Steering unlocked, radio operational. On vehicles with automatic transaxles, the ignition key can return to avoid discharging the battery unnecessarily.
The ignition key should not be left in this position for too long to this position only if the gearshift lever is in P (Park). 2. Ignition off, steering wheel locked. Ignition and all main electrical circuits are disabled. Controls and features STEERING COLUMN CONTROLS Ignition 1. The accessory position. Steering unlocked, radio operational. On vehicles with automatic transaxles, the ignition key can return to avoid discharging the battery unnecessarily.
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... sound and the direction indicators will flash for the remote entry system transmitters may be caused by one coinĆtype, threeĆvolt lithium battery. Replacement batteries for approximately two minutes. A decrease in operating range can be purchased at pharmacies, watch stores or at authorized dealers. Replacing the...
... sound and the direction indicators will flash for the remote entry system transmitters may be caused by one coinĆtype, threeĆvolt lithium battery. Replacement batteries for approximately two minutes. A decrease in operating range can be purchased at pharmacies, watch stores or at authorized dealers. Replacing the...
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... (+) side of Industry Canada. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSĆ210 of the new battery down. 4. Controls and features To replace the battery: 1. Replacing lost or • you want to purchase additional transmitters. Operation is lost transmitters Take your transmitters to the dealer for... responsible for reprogramming if: • a transmitter is subject to operate the equipment. Do not take the front part of the transmitter apart. 2. Remove the old battery. 3.
... (+) side of Industry Canada. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSĆ210 of the new battery down. 4. Controls and features To replace the battery: 1. Replacing lost or • you want to purchase additional transmitters. Operation is lost transmitters Take your transmitters to the dealer for... responsible for reprogramming if: • a transmitter is subject to operate the equipment. Do not take the front part of the transmitter apart. 2. Remove the old battery. 3.
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... power steering system breaks down (or if the engine is maintained by using an adaptive learning strategy. When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is designed to adjust during the first few hundred kilometers (miles) of operation. It is running. Optimal shifting ... have the power steering checked. This feature is installed, the transaxle must relearn its adaptive strategy. Power steering uses energy from the battery. TRANSAXLE OPERATION Automatic transaxle (if equipped) Your 2.5 l V6 automatic transaxle electronically controls the shift feel by power from the engine...
... power steering system breaks down (or if the engine is maintained by using an adaptive learning strategy. When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is designed to adjust during the first few hundred kilometers (miles) of operation. It is running. Optimal shifting ... have the power steering checked. This feature is installed, the transaxle must relearn its adaptive strategy. Power steering uses energy from the battery. TRANSAXLE OPERATION Automatic transaxle (if equipped) Your 2.5 l V6 automatic transaxle electronically controls the shift feel by power from the engine...
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... hold the brake pedal down, your 2.5 l V6 automatic transaxle electronically controls the shift feel by power from rotating. When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is securely latched in P (Park). P (Park) Always come to another position. Make sure the gearshift is installed, the ... someone. During the first few hundred kilometers (miles) of P (Park). This locks the transaxle and prevents the front wheels from the battery. The adaptive learning strategy is normal for customer driving habits and conditions, your vehicle may move the gearshift lever from P (Park) to...
... hold the brake pedal down, your 2.5 l V6 automatic transaxle electronically controls the shift feel by power from rotating. When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is securely latched in P (Park). P (Park) Always come to another position. Make sure the gearshift is installed, the ... someone. During the first few hundred kilometers (miles) of P (Park). This locks the transaxle and prevents the front wheels from the battery. The adaptive learning strategy is normal for customer driving habits and conditions, your vehicle may move the gearshift lever from P (Park) to...
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Always replace the cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs. 1 D1 R7 D2 R8 R9 R10 R11 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 R1 R2 R3 R4 R5 R6 All fuses are a push fit. A blown fuse can be identified by releasing the latch (1) and lifting up. Roadside emergencies Power distribution box To check or replace a fuse or a relay, remove the cover of the fuse box in the engine compartment by a break in the wire.
Always replace the cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs. 1 D1 R7 D2 R8 R9 R10 R11 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 R1 R2 R3 R4 R5 R6 All fuses are a push fit. A blown fuse can be identified by releasing the latch (1) and lifting up. Roadside emergencies Power distribution box To check or replace a fuse or a relay, remove the cover of the fuse box in the engine compartment by a break in the wire.
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Batteries contain sulfuric acid which burns skin, eyes, and clothing, if contacted. Automatic transaxles do not have pushĆstart your vehicle. Use only a 12Ć..., sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could damage the vehicles electrical system. Do not push start your vehicle 1. Preparing your vehicle. Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this could result in injury or vehicle damage. Roadside emergencies JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The gases around the...
Batteries contain sulfuric acid which burns skin, eyes, and clothing, if contacted. Automatic transaxles do not have pushĆstart your vehicle. Use only a 12Ć..., sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could damage the vehicles electrical system. Do not push start your vehicle 1. Preparing your vehicle. Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this could result in injury or vehicle damage. Roadside emergencies JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The gases around the...
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... touch. Check all other moving parts. 4. Turn the heater fan on both vehicles to the positive (+) terminal of the discharge battery. Connecting the jumper cables 1. Connect the positive (+) booster cable to protect from any excessive corrosion before you attach the... battery cables. Park the booster vehicle close to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. Ensure that vent caps are used to the hood of the engine cooling fan and other accessories off. ...
... touch. Check all other moving parts. 4. Turn the heater fan on both vehicles to the positive (+) terminal of the discharge battery. Connecting the jumper cables 1. Connect the positive (+) booster cable to protect from any excessive corrosion before you attach the... battery cables. Park the booster vehicle close to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. Ensure that vent caps are used to the hood of the engine cooling fan and other accessories off. ...
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... (+) cable to ground" the circuit) are the accessible engine mount studs or an engine lifting eye". Roadside emergencies 2. Connect the other end of the assisting battery. 3. Do not use fuel lines, engine rocker covers, or the intake manifold as grounding" points. Connect the negative (-) cable to an exposed metal part of...
... (+) cable to ground" the circuit) are the accessible engine mount studs or an engine lifting eye". Roadside emergencies 2. Connect the other end of the assisting battery. 3. Do not use fuel lines, engine rocker covers, or the intake manifold as grounding" points. Connect the negative (-) cable to an exposed metal part of...
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A spark may cause an explosion of the battery to be jump. Roadside emergencies Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative (-) terminal of the gases that surround the battery. • 2.0 litre engine • 2.5 litre engine
A spark may cause an explosion of the battery to be jump. Roadside emergencies Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative (-) terminal of the gases that surround the battery. • 2.0 litre engine • 2.5 litre engine
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Roadside emergencies 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of the disabled vehicle's battery. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster vehicle's battery. 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster vehicle's battery. 3. After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn" its idle conditions.
Roadside emergencies 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of the disabled vehicle's battery. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster vehicle's battery. 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster vehicle's battery. 3. After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn" its idle conditions.
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Maintenance and care Precautions when servicing your vehicle Be especially careful when inspecting or servicing your vehicle will drive properly, as explained under Battery in this chapter. The cooling fan is automatic and may come on a hot engine. If you are some general precautions for your ...on a vehicle with the engine running, avoid wearing loose clothing or jewelry that could get caught in an enclosed space, unless you disconnect the battery, the engine must work on at any time. Here are sure you must relearn" its idle conditions before working near the fan. •...
Maintenance and care Precautions when servicing your vehicle Be especially careful when inspecting or servicing your vehicle will drive properly, as explained under Battery in this chapter. The cooling fan is automatic and may come on a hot engine. If you are some general precautions for your ...on a vehicle with the engine running, avoid wearing loose clothing or jewelry that could get caught in an enclosed space, unless you disconnect the battery, the engine must work on at any time. Here are sure you must relearn" its idle conditions before working near the fan. •...
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Maintenance and care 2.0 litre EFI-engine compartment Power steering reservoir Engine coolant reservoir Automatic transaxle dipstick (if equipped) Brake fluid reservoir Air cleaner Windshield washer fluid reservoir Engine oil dipstick Engine oil filler cap Battery Power distribution box For ease of identification, all filler caps and the engine oil dipstick are marked yellow/black.
Maintenance and care 2.0 litre EFI-engine compartment Power steering reservoir Engine coolant reservoir Automatic transaxle dipstick (if equipped) Brake fluid reservoir Air cleaner Windshield washer fluid reservoir Engine oil dipstick Engine oil filler cap Battery Power distribution box For ease of identification, all filler caps and the engine oil dipstick are marked yellow/black.
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Maintenance and care 2.5 litre EFI-engine compartment Power steering reservoir Engine coolant reservoir Brake Automatic fluid transaxle reservoir dipstick (if equipped) Air cleaner Windshield washer fluid reservoir Engine oil dipstick Engine oil filler cap Battery Power distribution box For ease of identification, all filler caps and the engine oil dipstick are marked yellow/black.
Maintenance and care 2.5 litre EFI-engine compartment Power steering reservoir Engine coolant reservoir Brake Automatic fluid transaxle reservoir dipstick (if equipped) Air cleaner Windshield washer fluid reservoir Engine oil dipstick Engine oil filler cap Battery Power distribution box For ease of identification, all filler caps and the engine oil dipstick are marked yellow/black.
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... engine coolant, make it is obtained. Do not add engine coolant when the engine is possible with a hydrometer or antifreeze tester (such as the Rotunda Battery and Antifreeze Tester, 014ĆRI060). The level of engine coolant and distilled water. Add the mixture to see through the windshield. If sprayed on...
... engine coolant, make it is obtained. Do not add engine coolant when the engine is possible with a hydrometer or antifreeze tester (such as the Rotunda Battery and Antifreeze Tester, 014ĆRI060). The level of engine coolant and distilled water. Add the mixture to see through the windshield. If sprayed on...
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... electrolyte in high temperature climates, refer to the battery terminals. The Motorcraft maintenanceĆfree battery normally does not require additional water during its life of the battery clean and dry. However, for additional information. Also, make certain the battery cables are done cleaning them, and apply a...baking soda and water. You can neutralize the acid with a wire brush. Reinstall the cables when you see any corrosion on the battery cables or terminals, remove the cables from the terminal(s) and clean with a solution of each cell up to help prevent corrosion....
... electrolyte in high temperature climates, refer to the battery terminals. The Motorcraft maintenanceĆfree battery normally does not require additional water during its life of the battery clean and dry. However, for additional information. Also, make certain the battery cables are done cleaning them, and apply a...baking soda and water. You can neutralize the acid with a wire brush. Reinstall the cables when you see any corrosion on the battery cables or terminals, remove the cables from the terminal(s) and clean with a solution of each cell up to help prevent corrosion....