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Popular 1996 Ford Probe Manual Pages
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 56
... on , or if a series of these things happen, even intermittently, have the system serviced as soon as possible. If the light fails to illuminate, continues to the ON position. For good braking, though, you . Have your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer immediately.
If one part isn't working, the other part can still work...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 61
... slightly while the vehicle is in the NORMAL range (indicating normal engine oil pressure).
Shut off the road as soon as safely possible. Gauges
Fuel Gauge
The fuel gauge displays approximately how much fuel you have the vehicle's electrical system checked. When you turn your engine, the pointer should stay in motion. If the pointer moves into...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 62
... coolant level following the instructions on checking and adding coolant to your engine. (See Engine coolant in the Index.) If you do not follow these instructions, you are driving in hot weather, the pointer may cause engine damage. Do not overfill the oil reservoir. Pull off the engine immediately or severe engine damage could be accurate. Shut...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 73
... automatically after 15 to the rear window defroster. Dimmer control thumbwheel
72
To defrost the rear window: 1. 2. 3. Clear any time the engine is not clear, turn on . NOTE: Never use sharp instruments or window cleaners with abrasives to clean the inside of the rear window and cause damage to 25 minutes. The indicator light...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 159
... , the system performs another test the first time the vehicle reaches 4-9 mph (6-15 km/h). If a malfunction is started and the ABS light turns off the engine and restart. This may be serviced immediately to five seconds. Ford Motor Company has not found during this happens, the ABS light will function through one test cycle. Normal braking...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 161
... released, but you start your vehicle in 1 (First) (manual transaxle). RWARNING If the parking brake is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or in an emergency if the normal brakes fail. They may not be adversely affected.
161 Always check the Brake Warning Light each time you can use the parking brake to wear out...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 180
A towing manual 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 you need to this manual for the proper hook-up and towing procedures for your roadside assistance center. Towing Your Vehicle
If you are a member, your...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 184
... are not satisfied, talk to the owner or general manager of the dealership. If You Have a Service Problem
Ford Motor Company has authorized Ford and Lincoln-Mercury dealerships that can be able to resolve your concern. Service/Maintenance Concerns (U.S. In most cases, your dealer will be found in the Owner Guide portfolio in Canada call...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 207
... the engine while it is running.
engine block or fuel injection pump, do not spray a hot engine or injection pump with a fuel filler door release. Water getting into the opening and pull the latch toward the rear (see the service manual for trim removal). To open the hatchback, remove the trim on the release lever which is located in...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 215
... and allow a few minutes for safe engine operation, check the oil using the dipstick each time you put fuel in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or 1 (First) (manual transaxle). Checking the engine oil level: 1. Protect yourself from engine heat. Synthetic engine oils which are PREFERRED for all climates down to the maintenance schedule. Turn the engine off , the oil must be warm and the...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 223
...your engine that the coolant will corrode. Engine coolant drain and flush The proper procedures to completely drain and flush the engine cooling system can be found in the Service Manual ...have to ensure that meets Ford Specification ESE-M97B44-A. See the order form located before this chapter. Use Ford Premium Cooling System Fluid or an equivalent engine coolant that your dealer. ...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 240
...), the level on the dipstick should be different at operating temperature and room temperature. Automatic transaxle fluid dipstick on the dipstick, follow the appropriate instructions. Ideally, the fluid level... vehicle has not been operated for some time and outside temperature is added. If it is not, you should be warmed by running the engine. If your vehicle until more fluid is...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 259
... u Have the services listed in your new Ford Motor Company vehicle or engine may be performed at high speeds. u Avoid running out of oil pressure, the charge warning light, the check engine light, or the temperature warning light.
In general, maintenance, replacement, or service of the engine or exhaust system. Watch for fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke, loss of fuel. Do not make...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 291
Maintenance (see Servicing) ...Maintenance (see Turn signal) ...Lights, warning and indicator air bag ...anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...brake ...check engine ...high beam ...rear ABS ...safety belt ...testing the warning lights . Lamps (continued) interior lamps...replacing bulbs ...Lane change indicator (see servicing)...Manual transaxle clutch ...shifting gears ...shift speeds...Manual ...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 292
... dipstick ...driving with power steering fluid, checking and adding servicing ...Prop rod, hood ...160 . . 55 . 268 . 268 . . 96 . . 96 . 113 . 102 . 101 ...247 157 247 157 206
Index 301 Overseas offices ...213 . . 62 . . 62 . 268 . 217 . 217 . 264 . 124 . 194
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Parking brake operation ...warning light...Parts (see Engine oil) ...Oil viscosity ...On-board diagnostic (OBD II...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 3
... that are performed on your dealer. Give your Ford Motor Company vehicle.
These services are matters of your Maintenance Schedule booklet to -day care that you can keep a record of when parts should be checked or replaced. The recommended lubricants, fluids and service parts conforming to Ford Specifications are considered essential to the proper operation, safety...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 10
... clutch by lifting pedal every 5,000
55,000 MILES (88,000 Kilometers)
u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. and check coolant strength every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months.
10 Normal Schedule u Inspect accessory drive belts.
Thereafter, change engine coolant every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 36 months.
u Replace air...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 12
... pressure.
80,000 MILES (128,000 Kilometers)
u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. and check coolant strength every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months. miles (8,000 km). 75,000 MILES (120,000 Kilometers)
u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps;
u Change engine coolant every 30,000 miles
(48,000 km...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 27
... adjust air pressure.
Severe Duty Schedule 27 60,000 MILES (100,000 Kilometers)
u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Replace PCV valve - u Replace air cleaner filter. miles (5,000 km). u Adjust clutch by lifting pedal every 3,000 u Replace rear axle lubricant. and check coolant strength every 15,000 miles (25,000 km) or 12 months. u Replace...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 36
... clutch by lifting pedal every 3,000
miles (5,000 km).
u Replace air cleaner filter.
and check coolant strength every 15,000 miles (25,000 km) or 12 months.
36 Severe Duty Schedule 114,000 MILES (190,000 Kilometers)
u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Replace spark plugs. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure.
117,000 MILES (195...
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