Owner's Manual
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...from the GCWR for trailer towing and the weight of the driver from zero to the maximum trailer weight rating. Do not use replacement tires with 99 Driving • Maximum Trailer Weight Rating: Maximum weight of a trailer the vehicle is permitted to tow. Do not exceed...vehicle. • Maximum Trailer Weight: maximum weight of a trailer the loaded vehicle (including passengers and cargo) is permitted to tow. Replacement tires with lower weight capacities than the originals because they may lower the vehicle's GVWR and GAWR limitations. It is determined by subtracting the weight ...
...from the GCWR for trailer towing and the weight of the driver from zero to the maximum trailer weight rating. Do not use replacement tires with 99 Driving • Maximum Trailer Weight Rating: Maximum weight of a trailer the vehicle is permitted to tow. Do not exceed...vehicle. • Maximum Trailer Weight: maximum weight of a trailer the loaded vehicle (including passengers and cargo) is permitted to tow. Replacement tires with lower weight capacities than the originals because they may lower the vehicle's GVWR and GAWR limitations. It is determined by subtracting the weight ...
Owner's Manual
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... to tow Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer, and make sure it is capable of towing a trailer up to your vehicle's engine, transaxle, brakes, tires and suspension.
... to tow Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer, and make sure it is capable of towing a trailer up to your vehicle's engine, transaxle, brakes, tires and suspension.
Owner's Manual
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... Cartridge ** Fuse Relays Relays are located in the power distribution box and should be replaced by qualified technicians. Instead, gradually decrease your speed. CHANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily.
... Cartridge ** Fuse Relays Relays are located in the power distribution box and should be replaced by qualified technicians. Instead, gradually decrease your speed. CHANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily.
Owner's Manual
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... remove it from its wheel 114 If you use only. Roadside emergencies Temporary spare tire information The temporary spare tire for your vehicle is designed for emergency use the temporary spare tire continuously or do not: • exceed 80 km/h (50 mph) under any circumstances • ...load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load rating listed on the Safety Compliance Label • tow a trailer • use tire chains • drive through an automatic car wash, because of the vehicle's reduced ground clearance • try to lose control of the vehicle,...
... remove it from its wheel 114 If you use only. Roadside emergencies Temporary spare tire information The temporary spare tire for your vehicle is designed for emergency use the temporary spare tire continuously or do not: • exceed 80 km/h (50 mph) under any circumstances • ...load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load rating listed on the Safety Compliance Label • tow a trailer • use tire chains • drive through an automatic car wash, because of the vehicle's reduced ground clearance • try to lose control of the vehicle,...
Owner's Manual
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... even if the vehicle is off the ground, the transaxle alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack, you change a tire, be seriously injured. 2. When one of the front wheels is in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or R (Reverse) (manual transaxle). Place ... brake. To prevent the vehicle from moving when you or someone else could be sure the parking brake is diagonally opposite (other type of vehicle Tire change procedure 1. Park on a level surface, activate hazard flashers and set , then block (in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or R (Reverse) (...
... even if the vehicle is off the ground, the transaxle alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack, you change a tire, be seriously injured. 2. When one of the front wheels is in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or R (Reverse) (manual transaxle). Place ... brake. To prevent the vehicle from moving when you or someone else could be sure the parking brake is diagonally opposite (other type of vehicle Tire change procedure 1. Park on a level surface, activate hazard flashers and set , then block (in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or R (Reverse) (...
Owner's Manual
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Roadside emergencies block the diagonally opposite wheel. • Automatic P R N D D L • Manual 1 2 3. Remove the jack, jack handle and spare tire. 3 4 5 R 116
Roadside emergencies block the diagonally opposite wheel. • Automatic P R N D D L • Manual 1 2 3. Remove the jack, jack handle and spare tire. 3 4 5 R 116
Owner's Manual
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... the wheel is completely off the ground. 5. Put the jack in the jack notch next to the door of the tire you are changing. Remove the lug nuts with the spare tire, making sure the valve stem is raised off the ground. 6. Reinstall the lug nuts until the wheel is facing outward... tighten the lug nuts until the wheel is snug against the hub. Turn the handle clockwise until the wheel has been lowered. 8. Replace the flat tire with the lug wrench. 7. Roadside emergencies 4. Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. 117
... the wheel is completely off the ground. 5. Put the jack in the jack notch next to the door of the tire you are changing. Remove the lug nuts with the spare tire, making sure the valve stem is raised off the ground. 6. Reinstall the lug nuts until the wheel is facing outward... tighten the lug nuts until the wheel is snug against the hub. Turn the handle clockwise until the wheel has been lowered. 8. Replace the flat tire with the lug wrench. 7. Roadside emergencies 4. Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. 117
Owner's Manual
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... so it does not rattle when you connect your vehicle Also see the label on the battery. 1. Do not push start your vehicle. Put flat tire, jack and lug wrench away. Preparing your battery to a 24-volt power supply you can explode if exposed to start your vehicle. If you drive...
... so it does not rattle when you connect your vehicle Also see the label on the battery. 1. Do not push start your vehicle. Put flat tire, jack and lug wrench away. Preparing your battery to a 24-volt power supply you can explode if exposed to start your vehicle. If you drive...
Owner's Manual
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... 1. Pull the wiper arm away from the windshield and lock into the tire's sidewall. Tire Quality Grades apply to new pneumatic tires for use spare tires, tires with tires that the United States Department of 10 to 12 inches or limited production tires as defined 149 Attach the new wiper to the wiper arm and press... Grades are fitted with nominal rim diameters of Transportation has set. They do not apply to deep tread, winter-type snow tires, space-saver or temporary use on . Maintenance and care make replacing the wipers easy, turn the ignition to ACC, then turn the ignition to ...
... 1. Pull the wiper arm away from the windshield and lock into the tire's sidewall. Tire Quality Grades apply to new pneumatic tires for use spare tires, tires with tires that the United States Department of 10 to 12 inches or limited production tires as defined 149 Attach the new wiper to the wiper arm and press... Grades are fitted with nominal rim diameters of Transportation has set. They do not apply to deep tread, winter-type snow tires, space-saver or temporary use on . Maintenance and care make replacing the wipers easy, turn the ignition to ACC, then turn the ignition to ...
Owner's Manual
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... one and one-half (1 1/2) times as well on the government course as the government has written it. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of Transportation requires Ford to stop on a specified government test course. A tire marked C may depart significantly from highest to lowest are A, B, and C, and they represent the...
... one and one-half (1 1/2) times as well on the government course as the government has written it. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of Transportation requires Ford to stop on a specified government test course. A tire marked C may depart significantly from highest to lowest are A, B, and C, and they represent the...
Owner's Manual
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... on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance on braking (straight ahead) traction tests and does not include cornering (turning) ...traction. Maintenance and care The traction grade assigned to this tire is established for a tire that is based on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. Sustained high temperature can cause the...
... on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance on braking (straight ahead) traction tests and does not include cornering (turning) ...traction. Maintenance and care The traction grade assigned to this tire is established for a tire that is based on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. Sustained high temperature can cause the...
Owner's Manual
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... evenly and last longer, rotate them checked. 152 Maintenance and care SERVICING YOUR TIRES Checking the tire pressure • Use an accurate tire pressure gauge. • Check the tire pressure when tires are cold, after the vehicle has been parked for at least one hour or has been driven less... than 5 km (3 miles). • Adjust tire pressure to recommended specifications found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. Improperly inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly, possibly resulting in the "Service Guide." If ...
... evenly and last longer, rotate them checked. 152 Maintenance and care SERVICING YOUR TIRES Checking the tire pressure • Use an accurate tire pressure gauge. • Check the tire pressure when tires are cold, after the vehicle has been parked for at least one hour or has been driven less... than 5 km (3 miles). • Adjust tire pressure to recommended specifications found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. Improperly inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly, possibly resulting in the "Service Guide." If ...
Owner's Manual
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Failure to follow these precautions may also affect the accuracy of the vehicle and make it easier to lose control and roll over. Tires that are larger or smaller than your vehicle's original tires may adversely affect the handling of your speedometer. 153 Maintenance and care • Four tire rotation Replacing the tires Replace the tires when the wear band is visible through the tire treads.
Failure to follow these precautions may also affect the accuracy of the vehicle and make it easier to lose control and roll over. Tires that are larger or smaller than your vehicle's original tires may adversely affect the handling of your speedometer. 153 Maintenance and care • Four tire rotation Replacing the tires Replace the tires when the wear band is visible through the tire treads.
Owner's Manual
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... chains, you must be the same size and grade as those originally installed. Using chains on aluminum wheels. If you need to use tire chains on this does not work, remove the chains to prevent damage to your vehicle. • If possible, avoid fully loading your vehicle, stop...not touch any wiring, brake lines or fuel lines. • Drive cautiously. Maintenance and care SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS Snow tires must install steel wheels of the same size and specifications as the tires you currently have all weather treads to provide traction in some climates, you may need to steering, ...
... chains, you must be the same size and grade as those originally installed. Using chains on aluminum wheels. If you need to use tire chains on this does not work, remove the chains to prevent damage to your vehicle. • If possible, avoid fully loading your vehicle, stop...not touch any wiring, brake lines or fuel lines. • Drive cautiously. Maintenance and care SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS Snow tires must install steel wheels of the same size and specifications as the tires you currently have all weather treads to provide traction in some climates, you may need to steering, ...
Owner's Manual
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... fuel system may cause leakage and lead to work improperly in a collision. If the fuel cap is venting vapor or if you do not use tire chains on dry roads. • The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage. If you hear a hissing sound, wait until it to... and fire. WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS Important safety precautions Do not overfill the fuel tank. Maintenance and care • Remove the tire chains when they are no longer needed. Automotive fuels can damage the fuel system or cause it stops before completely removing the cap. Do not...
... fuel system may cause leakage and lead to work improperly in a collision. If the fuel cap is venting vapor or if you do not use tire chains on dry roads. • The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage. If you hear a hissing sound, wait until it to... and fire. WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS Important safety precautions Do not overfill the fuel tank. Maintenance and care • Remove the tire chains when they are no longer needed. Automotive fuels can damage the fuel system or cause it stops before completely removing the cap. Do not...
Owner's Manual
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...the last eight numbers of the vehicle identification number) is located on the front door latch pillar on the driver side instrument panel. BY FORD MOTOR CO. IN U.S.A. VIN: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX TYPE: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX MAXIMUM LOAD=OCCUPANTS + LUGGAGE=XXXKG/XXXXLB OCCUPANTS: X TOTAL X FR X 2ND X RR OCCUPANTS... LUGGAGE XX XXXKG/XXXXLB TIRE: XXXX/XXXXX XXX X XXXKG/XXXXLB PRESSURE (FR) XXX kPa/33 PSI COLD PRESSURE (RR) XXX kPa/33 PSI COLD TRAILER TOWING - MFD. ...
...the last eight numbers of the vehicle identification number) is located on the front door latch pillar on the driver side instrument panel. BY FORD MOTOR CO. IN U.S.A. VIN: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX TYPE: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX MAXIMUM LOAD=OCCUPANTS + LUGGAGE=XXXKG/XXXXLB OCCUPANTS: X TOTAL X FR X 2ND X RR OCCUPANTS... LUGGAGE XX XXXKG/XXXXLB TIRE: XXXX/XXXXX XXX X XXXKG/XXXXLB PRESSURE (FR) XXX kPa/33 PSI COLD PRESSURE (RR) XXX kPa/33 PSI COLD TRAILER TOWING - MFD. ...
Owner's Manual
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... anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...88 fluid, checking and adding ...136 Break-in period ...2 Bulbs, replacing ...163 specifications ...172 Cargo cover ...39 Changing a tire ...113 Child safety seats ...66 Chime headlamps on ...12 Cleaning your vehicle ...175 built-in child seat ...179 engine compartment ...176 fabric ...178 instrument panel...
... anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...88 fluid, checking and adding ...136 Break-in period ...2 Bulbs, replacing ...163 specifications ...172 Cargo cover ...39 Changing a tire ...113 Child safety seats ...66 Chime headlamps on ...12 Cleaning your vehicle ...175 built-in child seat ...179 engine compartment ...176 fabric ...178 instrument panel...
Owner's Manual
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...,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 Transaxle ...90 automatic operation ..94,95,96,97...
...,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 Transaxle ...90 automatic operation ..94,95,96,97...
Owner's Manual
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...Engine oil 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 of the instrument panel Sedan/wagon-3.8L (4.0 ...) Automatic transaxle-6.0L (6.3 quarts) Manual transaxle-5.0L (5.3 quarts) Fill to line on reservoir 3.9L (4.1 quarts) 3.35L (3.55 quarts) Tire size and pressure Hood release Oil capacity (with filter change) Coolant capacity Power steering fluid capacity Automatic transmission capacity Manual transmission capacity 192
...Engine oil 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 of the instrument panel Sedan/wagon-3.8L (4.0 ...) Automatic transaxle-6.0L (6.3 quarts) Manual transaxle-5.0L (5.3 quarts) Fill to line on reservoir 3.9L (4.1 quarts) 3.35L (3.55 quarts) 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
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...Should you need roadside assistance GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE To fully assist you should you have a flat tire • jump-start the battery if it and the only service contract backed by Ford. Using roadside assistance Complete the roadside assistance identification card (found in the Owner Guide portfolio in ...glove compartment) and place it in the mud or snow, are stranded. To obtain information about reimbursement, call 1-800-241-FORD. FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN You can get more protection for quick reference. It provides: 2 To receive roadside assistance, call 1-800-241...
...Should you need roadside assistance GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE To fully assist you should you have a flat tire • jump-start the battery if it and the only service contract backed by Ford. Using roadside assistance Complete the roadside assistance identification card (found in the Owner Guide portfolio in ...glove compartment) and place it in the mud or snow, are stranded. To obtain information about reimbursement, call 1-800-241-FORD. FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN You can get more protection for quick reference. It provides: 2 To receive roadside assistance, call 1-800-241...