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Owner's Manual - Page 115

...the USA do not include a tether anchor hardware kit for use with child safety seats. However, attachment holes (at no charge from any Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. Moving the child closer to attach...If safety belts are too large for the child safety seat, use only the tether anchor kit available at each rear seating position) have been provided in your vehicle to the child...
Owner's Manual - Page 124

... adjust automatically through everyday use transaxle because it may have four-wheel power anti-lock disc brakes or power front disc and rear drum anti-lock brakes which type of the steering. You may be familiar with a steadily increasing force. Driving Procedures for vehicles that limits engine and/or vehicle speeds with transaxle control switch, or s a manual transaxle. If your...
Owner's Manual - Page 128

... km/h) the traction control system also applies the brake to wear out quickly and will remain on when the T/C OFF button is turned off during activation. The traction control system can be on for approximately three (3) seconds. The traction control system light will reduce the fuel economy. Each time the vehicle is turned to...
Owner's Manual - Page 129

..., start in D (Overdrive) gives the best fuel economy for more effort. Power steering uses energy from position to the extreme right or left for normal driving conditions. This can steer the vehicle manually but it takes more than five seconds if the engine is turned off), you move unexpectedly and injure someone. 130 Driving with the transaxle control...
Owner's Manual - Page 133

... fuel economy when you are driving on the instrument panel. To return the transaxle to use D (Overdrive - without Transaxle Control Switch Activated) D (Overdrive) is illuminated the transaxle will illuminate (O/D OFF) on hilly roads or if your vehicle cruises at cruising speeds. When to slow your vehicle is being driven. D (Drive) also gives more engine braking...
Owner's Manual - Page 138

...never be more than originals does not increase GVWR or GAWR. Disengage the clutch and use the brake as necessary. The total weight of your vehicle, plus the weight of weight your... do not downshift through the gears decreases your vehicle's fuel economy. When you drive down or climb a steep hill, always downshift before the engine starts to increase speed again. When you keep a ...
Owner's Manual - Page 165

... side with the palm of the jack handle between the ornament and wheel and pry the ornament from the wheel. The lug nuts on the wheel 7. Place any wheel covers and ornaments in the following illustration. Removing and Replacing Styled Polycast Wheel Ornaments To remove a wheel ornament, insert the tapered end of your dealer or a qualified service technician...
Owner's Manual - Page 181

... filter must still be used in your vehicle. Engine Oil Recommendations We recommend using Motorcraft oil or an equivalent oil meeting Ford Specification WSS-M2C153-F and displaying the American Petroleum Institute CERTIFICATION MARK on the front of the preferred viscosity may be changed according to -15˚F (-25˚C). They provide the best engine performance, fuel economy and engine...
Owner's Manual - Page 191

... to or below the MIN mark, top off the engine. Power Steering Fluid Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid With the power steering system at the temperature level in which you drive in extremely cold climates (less than a quart (liter) of used automotive fluids in your dealer check the engine cooling system for leaks if you have to add...
Owner's Manual - Page 192

Maintenance and Care The power steering fluid reservoir Use only MERCON power steering fluid that meets Ford's Specification or an equivalent. Checking the Automatic Transaxle Fluid With the vehicle on a level surface and the brake fully applied, start the engine and move the gear shift selector through all of fluid leakage - the fluid level should be checked. Refer to...
Owner's Manual - Page 211

... fuel economy during your vehicle and can be an accurate estimate of how much fuel your vehicle will normally use. 214 You may have an adverse effect on modern powertrain components. Running Out of Fuel NOTE: Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may need to crank the engine several times before the fuel system starts to pump fuel...
Owner's Manual - Page 212

... conditions you experience or your foot on the brake s Sudden stops s Extended engine idling s Using speed control in gallons or liters) purchased. 3. The following decrease fuel economy: s Lack of regular, scheduled maintenance s Rapid acceleration and excessive speed s Driving with your style of the A/C, defroster, rear window defroster and other accessories 215 Maintenance and...
Owner's Manual - Page 262

Defects, reporting ...Defrost, rear window ...Dipstick ...automatic transaxle fluid ...engine oil ...power steering fluid ...Disabled vehicle (see Engine coolant) ...checking and adding ...preparing for safe driving ...towing ...filter ...Customer Assistance Centre, Ford of Canada...118 89 24 24 76 74 162 191 191 233 230 231 . 19 191 178 229 244 D Daytime running light system . Index Cold engine...
Owner's Manual - Page 263

... Electronic sound system) Emergencies, roadside assistance ...battery acid spills ...fuel ...jump-starting ...towing ...Emergency brake (parking brake) ...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...
Owner's Manual - Page 265

... ...Fluid refill capacities...Fog lamps ...Ford Extended Service Plan ...Ford of Canada Customer Assistance Centre ...Foreign registration ...French owner guides, how to obtain ...Fuel ...calculating fuel economy...capacity ...choosing the right fuel ...comparisons with EPA fuel economy estimates filling your vehicle ...treating emergencies...Fuel cap ...removing...replacing ...178 . 178 62, 149...
Owner's Manual - Page 266

... coolant temperature gauge fuel gauge ...odometer ...speedometer ...tachometer ...trip odometer ...GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) calculating ...definition ...driving with a heavy load ...location ... 279 Gasoline (see Fuel economy) . . Index Fuel filter, specifications ...Fuel gauge ...Fuel pump shut-off switch engine does not start ...starting after a collision . . Fuse panels, instrument...
Owner's Manual - Page 270

... filter ...Oil (see Servicing)...Manual transaxle backing up (reverse) ...clutch ...shifting gears ...Map pockets ...Master cylinder, brakes...Mileage, calculating fuel economy ... 167 M Maintenance schedule and record (see separate Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet) ...Maintenance (see Engine oil) Oil viscosity...On-board diagnostic Overseas offices ...(OBD ...II) system ...187, ...212 21 ...
Owner's Manual - Page 271

...brake ...operation...warning light ...Parts (see Motorcraft Parts)...PCV valve, specifications ...Power door locks ...Power features antenna ...door locks ...mirrors...moon roof ...seats ...windows ...Power steering dipstick ...driving with power steering...73 ...230 ...235 79 80 80 81 82 81 235 284 Rear window ...Refill capacities for fluids ...Regulations, National Highway Traffic Safety ...
Warranty Guide 1st Printing - Page 1

... 10,000 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (page 26). 1 Our commitment to you continue to your selling dealer thank you are eligible for any authorized Ford or Mercury dealership for selecting one of our quality products. When you need warranty repairs, Ford recommends that you and your 1997-model Ford or Mercury car or light truck.
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 31

... as possible. u Check the power steering fluid. u Clean the body water drain holes. u Inspect engine cooling system, hoses and clamps; u Clean the battery connections. Owner Maintenance Checks 31 u Check air pressure in spare tire. u Inspect halfshaft dust boots. u Check the air conditioning system before the warm weather season. u Check manual transaxle fluid level. u Check...

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