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Scheduled Maintenance Guide 6th Printing - Page 14

... Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 6th Printing - Page 21

...Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change green engine coolant, if equipped Check air filter minder, replace filter...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 6th Printing - Page 23

... Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 6th Printing - Page 28

... Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 6th Printing - Page 33

..., Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Change Premium Gold coolant (see exceptions page 34 and record page 48) Inspect exhaust system and heat...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 11

... you to a vehicle condition that may illuminate when a problem exists with CAP this time, seek service immediately from your dealership. A warning light may become serious enough to check the bulb. Check engine: The Check Engine indicator light illuminates when the ignition is occurring which could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 36

... vehicle. 3. Set the fan speed to full heat 3. Set the temperature control to HI 4. MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM 6 2 1 1. Recirculated air: Press to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents located in cold weather: 1. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows To increase airflow to toggle between and 5. Rear Defrost (if equipped): Refer...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 39

... is marked on the bottom of the headlamp in the center of headlamps that are equipped on the type of the lamp. HID) headlamps. The adjustment procedure depends on your vehicle. Please check the lens markings prior to deactivate. PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel during headlight and parklamp operation. • Rotate the thumbwheel from left to...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 49

... screw driver at the side opposite the switch. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position. 2. Pry out the light assembly with a flathead screwdriver. 3. Pull the bulb straight out and replace it. 3. Replacing interior lamps 1. Switch off the interior lamps (middle switch position). 3. Install in reverse order. After the bulb has been replaced, close the lamp assembly...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 77

..., and safety belt usage sensors. • Driver's seat position sensor. • Front crash severity sensor. • Restraints Control Module (RCM) with the system. How does the personal safety system work? Front air bags and pretensioners are designed to activate only in the crash event on crash severity and occupant conditions. Driver and passenger dual-stage air bag supplemental restraints...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 93

... a collision. The diagnostic module monitors its own internal circuits and the supplemental air bag electrical system warning (including the impact sensors), the system wiring, the air bag system readiness light, the air bag back up tone to the Warning light section in an accident. 93 A difficulty with a deploying air bag. The use accessory seat covers. Failure to follow these...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 116

... technician. 116 Refer to LOCK, then remove the key. Driving If you cannot move the gearshift lever, it is in P (Park). Apply the parking brake, turn ignition key to Fuses and relays in the ON position and the brake pedal depressed: 1. If the parking brake is latched in the ignition OFF position, the automatic transmission shift lever can be working . To avoid unwanted vehicle...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 118

...in gears one through four. Press lightly on the end of the gearshift lever. The O/D OFF lamp will illuminate the O/D OFF lamp and activate Drive. allows for the best fuel economy. transaxle operates in each time the key is illuminated. • Provides engine braking. • Use when driving conditions cause excessive shifting from forward and reverse gears, stopping between shifts in...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 134

...Fuse/Relay Location 64 R1 R2 R3 R4 R5 R6 R7 R8 R9 R10 R11 R12 R13 R14 R15 R16 D1 D2 D3 Fuse Amp Rating 40A Power Distribution Box Description Heater blower motor Ignition relay Air pump motor relay Cooling fan (Run-on the side of the road. 134 hold the steering wheel firmly. slowly move to a safe place on fan) relay (2.3L engine only) Not used High beams relay Low beams relay Fuel pump relay...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 185

...conditions. EPA window sticker Every new vehicle should be your vehicle. EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is moving, especially at high speeds. • Have the items listed in the top cruise gear and with other emission control components continue to work properly: • Use only the specified fuel listed. • Avoid running boards, ski/luggage racks) may reduce fuel economy...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 189

... for fluid checks and changes. Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed. If brake fluid contacts the eyes, flush eyes with brake fluid. Latch the gearshift lever in this chapter. Your transaxle does not consume fluid. Maintenance and Specifications CLUTCH FLUID (IF EQUIPPED) The clutch master cylinder and brake master cylinder are refillable through all of the gear ranges...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 209

...125 Ford accessories for your vehicle ...160 Ford Extended Service Plan ...147 Getting assistance outside the U.S. Index Clutch fluid ...188-189 operation while driving ...119 Coolant checking and adding ...172 refill capacities ...175, 196 specifications ...198, 200 Cruise control (see Lamps) ...38 Defrost rear window ...37 Dipstick automatic transmission fluid ...189 engine oil ...166 Doors...
SVT Supplement 1st Printing - Page 10

Gear ratios 10 ENGINE/TRANSMISSION/DRIVETRAIN ENGINE DATA Engine Cubic inches Horsepower Torque Recommended fuel Firing order Spark plug gap Ignition system Compression ratio 2.0 L SVT Zetec engine 121 170 @ 7000 rpm 145 lbĆft @ 5500 rpm 91 octane 1-3-4-2 1.3 mm (0.051 inch) Electronic ignition 10:2:1 6-SPEED TRANSMISSION Shift pattern The shift pattern is fully to the left, push it...
SVT Supplement 1st Printing - Page 16

..., misuse, racing, fire, negligence, accident, modification or a natural disaster." • The repairs are required due to installation of aftermarket parts and their effect on warranty coverage as delivered from the factory. A Word about Warranty Coverage A WORD ABOUT WARRANTY COVERAGE The SVT Focus carries the same warranty coverage as other Ford Focus models. The SVT Focus or any SVT...
Warranty Guide 4th Printing - Page 25

... because of Parts Engine Size 2.0L 2.3L X X Also covered by this warranty are all emissions-related bulbs, hoses, clamps, brackets, tubes, gaskets, seals, belts, connectors, fuel lines, and wiring harnesses that should be replaced on the list of covered parts. Your Ford Motor Company dealer maintains a complete list of parts above. COVERAGE FOR 2003 FOCUS (2.0L & 2.3L ENGINES - For more...

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