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Owner's Manual - Page 63
...when the engine starts. Do not install these devices by tapping into or running wires close to the engine or catalytic convertor. If the light turns on . Modification or additions to have your vehicle serviced at one of the vehicle's powertrain control system during normal operation. Additions such as possible. Have your vehicle towed in. This indicates a possible problem with one...
Owner's Manual - Page 64
... case, the Check Engine Warning Light may come on if the fuel cap is not properly installed. Remove and replace the fuel cap, making sure it means that a malfunction occurred and the condition corrected itself occurs when an engine running until the engine reaches normal operating temperature. Under certain conditions, the Check Engine Warning Light may turn on and will turn off after the...
Owner's Manual - Page 73
...flows into the vehicle. The heater will operate only when the ignition key is located at the center of the instrument panel below the radio. Heating Only System
The control for the heating only system
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Your heater will be directed. 6
Instrument Panel Controls
The Climate Control Systems
Your vehicle has one of the following:
s Heating Only System (Without Air Conditioning) s Heating...
Owner's Manual - Page 148
.... When the ignition is running. Never hold the steering wheel to the left for approximately three (3) seconds. The traction control system light will automatically be turned off manually by pushing the T/C OFF button on as a reminder that the system is turned off ), you can damage the power steering pump.
If the power steering system breaks down (or if the engine is started, the...
Owner's Manual - Page 162
... your vehicle or your battery, and to avoid injury to yourself, follow these directions for preparing your starting system, so you need to the hood of the disabled
vehicle.
Do not disconnect the battery of the engine cooling fan and other moving parts.
4. Turn on both positive terminals.) Most jumper cables have a red cable and a black cable. Connecting the jumper...
Owner's Manual - Page 193
Using these types of these parts for your local recycling center to Ford specifications. The engine cooling fan may come on at any time.
Take appropriate precautions with the engine running , unless you are designed and built to provide the best performance in moving parts. Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids, and service parts conforming to find out about recycling ...
Owner's Manual - Page 204
... gallons or
liters) purchased.
3. Every time you experience an adverse reaction. Consult a physician promptly if you buy fuel record the amount (in the throttle body or attempt to five tankfuls, fill the fuel tank and
record the final odometer reading. 207
After at least three to start the engine with the air cleaner removed. You may have an adverse effect on modern...
Owner's Manual - Page 229
... check the brake fluid at every scheduled engine oil change, but be at least once a year. You should not use a brake fluid that is not DOT 3, you put more mileage on the master cylinder. (See The Engine Types in this by looking at the fluid level in the plastic reservoir on your brakes. If brake fluid contacts eyes, flush eyes with Ford High Performance...
Owner's Manual - Page 233
The power distribution box fuses and relays
Spare fuses are located in the power distribution box under the hood.
236
Owner's Manual - Page 239
... Find the corresponding fuse and remove it is provided.
4. Check the fuse to check.
3. See the following chart. 242 If it is separated. Relays Outside the Fuse Boxes
Checking and Replacing Fuses
1. On the fuse panel decal located on the cover of the power
distribution box or on the end of the instrument panel fuse panel, find the number of the fuse to decide which fuse you want to...
Owner's Manual - Page 245
...:
s Use only unleaded fuel. s Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle to its emissions system. Ford strongly recommends the use of your warranty booklet for the service of components affecting emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to the life and performance of genuine Ford replacement parts. It is moving,
especially at high speeds. Please consult your...
Owner's Manual - Page 246
..., the charge warning light, the check engine light, or the temperature warning light. By law, anyone who manufactures, repairs, services, sells, leases, trades vehicles, or supervises a fleet of vehicles is on the Vehicle Emission Control Information decal located on for fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke, loss of the United States and in dry grass or other dry ground cover. Changes that...
Owner's Manual - Page 267
...see Engine coolant) ...Anti-lock brake system (ABS), warning light . . INDEX
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ABS warning light (see Anti-lock brake system) Additives, engine oil ...Air bag supplemental restraint system and child safety seats ...description ...disposal ...driver air bag ...indicator light...operation ...passenger air bag ...proper seating ...tone generator ...wearing safety belts ...Air cleaner filter location...
Owner's Manual - Page 269
...Catalytic converter ...Chains, tires...Changing a tire ...Charging system warning light ...Childproof locks ...Child safety restraints child safety belts ...child safety seats ...Child safety seats and air bags ...attaching with tether straps ...automatic locking mode (retractor) ...in front seat ...in rear outboard seat ...tether anchorage hardware ...Chime headlamps on ...key in exhaust ...Car...
Owner's Manual - Page 271
... ...Cooling fan ...Crankcase emission filter ...Cruise control (see Speed control) ...Customer Assistance Centre, Ford of Canada .
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Dashboard (see Instrument panel) ...Daytime running light system ...Defects, reporting ...Defrost, rear window...
Owner's Manual - Page 272
... . 199 . . 45 . . 50 . 256 . . 49 213 216 67 256 214 252 254 64
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278 Emission control system catalytic converter...emissions warranty ...Engine check engine warning light ...does not start...fuel injected engine, starting ...fuel pump shut-off switch ...preparing to start ...refill capacities ...service points ...starting ...starting ...towing ...Emergency brake (parking brake) . .
Owner's Manual - Page 274
... a heavy load ...location ...
280 Gasoline (see Fuel economy) . . Fuel (continued) safety information relating to automotive storing your vehicle ...treating emergencies...Fuel cap removing...replacing ...Fuel filler door, remote release ...Fuel filter, specifications ...Fuel gauge ...Fuel pump shut-off switch engine does not start ...starting after a collision ...Fuse panels, instrument panel...
Owner's Manual - Page 277
......illuminated entry system ...instrument panel, dimming...interior lamps...replacing bulbs ...trailer ...Lane change indicator (see Turn signal) Lap belts ...Lights, warning and indicator air bag ...anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...brake ...charging system...check engine ...engine oil pressure ...high beam ...low coolant ...oil pressure ...safety belt ...turn signal indicator ...Load limits GAWR ...GVWR...
Owner's Manual - Page 278
...Oil filter ...Oil (see Engine oil) ...Oil viscosity ...On-board diagnostic (OBD Overseas offices ...II) system ...65 . 253 . 209 . 209 . 250 . 187 96
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Panic alarm feature, remote entry system Parking brake operation...warning light ...Parts (see Servicing) ...Manual transaxle backing up (reverse)...clutch ...shifting gears ...Map pockets ...Master cylinder, brakes ...Mileage, calculating fuel...
Owner's Manual - Page 284
... basic ...Canada ...radio...Warranty Information Booklet Washer fluid reservoir ...windshield ...Weight limits (GAWR, GVWR) Wheel dollies (see Lights) . . Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...Vehicle loading automatic transaxles ...calculating the load ...manual transaxles ...Vehicle storage ...Ventilating your vehicle (see Climate control) ...Viscosity (see Engine oil)...Visor (see Sun...
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