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How To Lift Up Steering Wheel On A 98 Ford Escort

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Owner's Manual - Page 1

... Servicing Maintenance and care Capacities and specifications Reporting safety defects Index 123 180 187 188 80 87 104 2 3 17 47 All rights reserved. Copyright 1997 Ford Motor Company Elemental Chlorine Free 1 Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation...
Owner's Manual - Page 2

... authorized disposal of the brakes for a full explanation. This is necessary to give the moving parts a chance to recycling and other environmental concerns will follow. Ford may reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possible damage to others, your vehicle. Introduction ICONS Indicates a warning. During the first 1 600 km (1 000...
Owner's Manual - Page 26

.... Warning lights illuminated. To activate: • the engine must be running . 3. Controls and features POSITIONS OF THE IGNITION 1. START, cranks the engine. LOCK, locks the steering wheel, gearshift lever (automatic transaxle only) and allows key removal. Release the key as soon as the radio to lock. 2. ACCESSORY, allows the electrical accessories such...
Owner's Manual - Page 33

Hold the control while adjusting the wheel to the desired position, then push the control back up or down. Controls and... on the hazard flasher control, refer to lock the steering wheel in the Roadside emergencies chapter. 33 RSM SET ACC CST TILT STEERING (IF EQUIPPED) Pull the tilt steering control down to move the steering wheel up to Hazard lights control in position. Never adjust ...
Owner's Manual - Page 48

Lift handle to adjust seatback. 48 Seating and safety restraints Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. Pull lever up to move seat forward or backward.
Owner's Manual - Page 60

...you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move seat all information on the steering wheel or in front seat areas that may come into contact with a deploying air bag. Air bag can... kill or injure a child in a collision. See your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. Seating and safety restraints Do not place objects or mount equipment on or...
Owner's Manual - Page 88

... and, providing there is also illuminated. ABS warning lamp The ABS warning lamp in the steering wheel, the vehicle most likely needs service. Normal braking is still effective unless the BRAKE warning ... full force on and your vehicle should be activated immediately, thus allowing you to retain full steering control of an ABS equipped vehicle (on bottom) to a non-ABS equipped vehicle (on top...
Owner's Manual - Page 113

... Headlamps 113 Instead, gradually decrease your speed. CHANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily. Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road. Roadside emergencies Fuse/Fuse Link Fuse Amp Cartridge Rating Location MAIN 100A...
Owner's Manual - Page 121

It is available from Ford Motor Company for a tow truck, tell the operator what kind of vehicle you have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towing service or, if...for your vehicle. 121 A towing manual is recommended that your tow truck driver refer to have . Have your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed equipment. When calling for all authorized tow truck operators.
Owner's Manual - Page 143

... Your transaxle does not use up fluid. However, it is low, add fluid in the Capacities and specifications chapter. While the engine idles, turn the steering wheel left and right several times. 3. Check the fluid level in this range. 5. It should be between the MIN and MAX lines. Do not add fluid...
Owner's Manual - Page 154

... possible, avoid fully loading your vehicle. • Do not use tire chains with 38 cm (15 inch) wheel/tire options. Using chains on this does not work, remove the chains to prevent damage to steering, suspension and/or body components. 154 Chains may need to use snow tires and chains, you must...
Owner's Manual - Page 176

...Use tar remover to clean the engine. Remove particles such as the body of special wheel surfaces. Cleaning the engine Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease ...than normal. Repairing paint chips Minor scratches or paint damage from the Ford accessory line. The 176 Never use acid-based wheel cleaners, steel wool, fuel or strong detergents. When washing: •...
Owner's Manual - Page 181

...oil (includes filter change) Fuel tank capacity Power steering fluid Transmission fluid Ford Part Application Name Motorcraft 5W30 ZX2 Super Premium Motor...in reservoir 3.9L (4.1 quarts) 3.35L (3.55 quarts) 2.2L (2.32 quarts) Windshield washer fluid LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Ford Part Name or Equivalent Brake master High cylinder Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Door latch, hood Multi-...
Owner's Manual - Page 182

... N/A MERCON MERCON WSS-M2C153-G and API Certification Mark ESP-M1C207-A ESE-M97B44-A Constant velocity joints Engine coolant Power steering reservoir ENGINE DATA CV Joint Grease E43Z-19590-A (High Temp.) Ford Premium E2FZ-19549-AA Cooling System Fluid Motorcraft XT-2-QDX MERCON ATF MERCON Engine Cubic inches Horsepower Torque Required fuel grade Firing...
Owner's Manual - Page 190

... a set speed ...33 tap up/tap down ...30,31 turning off ...29 Speedometer ...15 Starting your vehicle ...80,81,84 Tachometer mechanical cluster ...16 Tilt steering wheel ...33 Tires ...149,152 checking the pressure ...152 replacing ...153 rotating ...152 snow tires and chains ...154 treadwear ...150 Trailer towing ...100 tips ...102,122...
Owner's Manual - Page 191

...Unleaded fuel only - 87 octane 48.5L (12.8 gallons) Use Motorcraft 5W30 Super Premium Motor Oil, Ford Specification WSS-M2C153-G Refer to Tire Pressure Decal on passenger's door panel Pull handle under the left side ...Tire size and pressure Hood release Oil capacity (with filter change) Coolant capacity Power steering fluid capacity Automatic transmission capacity Manual transmission capacity 192
Customer Assistance Guide 1st Printing - Page 10

... for all models. See your vehicle and meets or exceeds Ford's rigid engineering and safety specifications. Not all accessories are warrented for up to three years or 60,000 km (36,000 miles), whichever comes first. Safety Remote keyless entry Styled wheel protector locks Vehicle security systems Comfort and convenience Air conditioner...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing - Page 24

... months. u Replace the PCV valve. u Inspect clutch pedal. u Inspect steering operation and linkage. DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: (1) If operating in Canada...lines, hoses and connections. u Inspect exhaust heat shield(s). Inspect accessory drive belt(s). Consult your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury Dealer. (2) The PCV valve is a critical emission component. DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing - Page 25

...STOP FOR FUEL: u u u u Check the engine oil level. u Check for vibrations in the steering wheel. u When stopping, listen and check for strange sounds, pulling to one side of the road. Any...exhaust or any slipping or changes in the recovery bottle. Notice any increased steering effort or looseness in the steering wheel. u Notice if your vehicle constantly turns slightly or "pulls" to one...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing - Page 26

...operation of all outside key locks. u Check the lap-shoulder belts for leaks or damage. Check the power steering fluid level. u Check coolant level in the spare tire. AT LEAST ONCE A YEAR: u u u u... from the air conditioning system after a long drive. u Check for worn tires and loose wheel lug nuts. u Check headlamp alignment. u Check air pressure in the coolant recovery reservoir. ...

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