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... Normal Schedule Normal Schedule Additional services for: Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans Change manual transmission fluid Lubricate 4X2 wheel bearings (except F-450/F-550) Inspect and lubricate 4X2 ball joints (except F-450/F-550) Inspect camshaft belt on 4 cylinder engine (2.5L Ranger) Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F Series, Expedition, Navigator,...filter Inspect NGV tanks 125,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for optimal tire life. 28
... Normal Schedule Normal Schedule Additional services for: Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans Change manual transmission fluid Lubricate 4X2 wheel bearings (except F-450/F-550) Inspect and lubricate 4X2 ball joints (except F-450/F-550) Inspect camshaft belt on 4 cylinder engine (2.5L Ranger) Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F Series, Expedition, Navigator,...filter Inspect NGV tanks 125,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for optimal tire life. 28
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...or 3 months Every 30,000 miles Every 60,000 miles As required As required Change engine oil and replace oil filter Change automatic transmission fluid Change transfer case fluid Change manual transmission fluid Inspect and lubricate U-joints Extensive idling and/or low-speed driving for long distances... Special Operating Conditions Items Needing Special Attention If you operate your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury primarily in heavy commercial use such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery Every 3,000 miles or 3 months Change engine oil and replace oil filter Lube front lower control arm ball joints...
...or 3 months Every 30,000 miles Every 60,000 miles As required As required Change engine oil and replace oil filter Change automatic transmission fluid Change transfer case fluid Change manual transmission fluid Inspect and lubricate U-joints Extensive idling and/or low-speed driving for long distances... Special Operating Conditions Items Needing Special Attention If you operate your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury primarily in heavy commercial use such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery Every 3,000 miles or 3 months Change engine oil and replace oil filter Lube front lower control arm ball joints...
Warranty Guide 1st Printing
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... years or 100,000 miles (diesel powered engines and vehicles) (whichever first occurs): If an emissions-related part on your vehicle, but Ford cannot deny warranty coverage solely for the lack of receipts or for presenting your owner's manual. Owner's Warranty Responsibilities As the vehicle owner,... you are responsible for your warranty rights and responsibilities, or if you want to report what you believe to be repaired or replaced by Ford. Box 8001 El Monte, California...
... years or 100,000 miles (diesel powered engines and vehicles) (whichever first occurs): If an emissions-related part on your vehicle, but Ford cannot deny warranty coverage solely for the lack of receipts or for presenting your owner's manual. Owner's Warranty Responsibilities As the vehicle owner,... you are responsible for your warranty rights and responsibilities, or if you want to report what you believe to be repaired or replaced by Ford. Box 8001 El Monte, California...
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Instrumentation Light is blinking: Engine misfire is occurring which could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. Air bag readiness ... P ! Also illuminates if the parking brake is turned ON. Shift indicator light (if equipped) To maximize fuel economy, the shift indicator light illuminates when the manual transmission should be inspected immediately. Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage your safety belts.
Instrumentation Light is blinking: Engine misfire is occurring which could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. Air bag readiness ... P ! Also illuminates if the parking brake is turned ON. Shift indicator light (if equipped) To maximize fuel economy, the shift indicator light illuminates when the manual transmission should be inspected immediately. Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage your safety belts.
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... provide adequate lighting during inclement weather. Daytime running . 3. Warning lights illuminated. START, cranks the engine. Rotate to the second position to also turn on with a manual transaxle ON push the key in while turning to 1 operate while the engine is in a collision. CK O0 L AC I OFF 41 LOCK, locks the steering wheel, 3 gearshift... the radio to C II 4 lock. 2. Controls and features POSITIONS OF THE IGNITION 1. On 2 vehicles with a reduced output. ACCESSORY, allows the electrical accessories such as the engine starts.
... provide adequate lighting during inclement weather. Daytime running . 3. Warning lights illuminated. START, cranks the engine. Rotate to the second position to also turn on with a manual transaxle ON push the key in while turning to 1 operate while the engine is in a collision. CK O0 L AC I OFF 41 LOCK, locks the steering wheel, 3 gearshift... the radio to C II 4 lock. 2. Controls and features POSITIONS OF THE IGNITION 1. On 2 vehicles with a reduced output. ACCESSORY, allows the electrical accessories such as the engine starts.
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... time disable Anytime the safety belt is equipped with Autolamps, this will have to the RUN (or ON) position. (DO NOT START THE ENGINE) 2. Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off the parklamps/headlamps. 5. Buckle then unbuckle the safety belt three times, ending with ... Turn on for that : • the parking brake is set • the gearshift is in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or the neutral position (manual transmission). • the ignition switch is in the OFF position • all vehicle doors are closed • the driver's safety belt is unbuckled •...
... time disable Anytime the safety belt is equipped with Autolamps, this will have to the RUN (or ON) position. (DO NOT START THE ENGINE) 2. Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off the parklamps/headlamps. 5. Buckle then unbuckle the safety belt three times, ending with ... Turn on for that : • the parking brake is set • the gearshift is in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or the neutral position (manual transmission). • the ignition switch is in the OFF position • all vehicle doors are closed • the driver's safety belt is unbuckled •...
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... prevent damage to the power steering pump: • Never hold the steering wheel to release the brake. Power steering uses energy from the engine to stop a moving vehicle. If the steering wanders or pulls, the condition could be adversely affected. STEERING Your vehicle is not recommended to... not operate the vehicle with power steering. However, if the normal brakes fail, the parking brake can steer the vehicle manually, but it takes more than a few seconds when the engine is turned off), you can be used to help steer the vehicle. Driving The BRAKE warning lamp in 1 (First...
... prevent damage to the power steering pump: • Never hold the steering wheel to release the brake. Power steering uses energy from the engine to stop a moving vehicle. If the steering wanders or pulls, the condition could be adversely affected. STEERING Your vehicle is not recommended to... not operate the vehicle with power steering. However, if the normal brakes fail, the parking brake can steer the vehicle manually, but it takes more than a few seconds when the engine is turned off), you can be used to help steer the vehicle. Driving The BRAKE warning lamp in 1 (First...
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... OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) Using the clutch Vehicles equipped with a manual transaxle, you must: 1. Hold down slowly on the accelerator pedal. Release the brake pedal, then ON C II 4 slowly release the clutch pedal while pressing down ... not drive with your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on the clutch pedal and do not use the clutch pedal to 4 3 (START), then let the engine idle for a few seconds. 2 5. When starting a vehicle with a manual transaxle have a starter interrupt interlock that prevents cranking of the...
... OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) Using the clutch Vehicles equipped with a manual transaxle, you must: 1. Hold down slowly on the accelerator pedal. Release the brake pedal, then ON C II 4 slowly release the clutch pedal while pressing down ... not drive with your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on the clutch pedal and do not use the clutch pedal to 4 3 (START), then let the engine idle for a few seconds. 2 5. When starting a vehicle with a manual transaxle have a starter interrupt interlock that prevents cranking of the...
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...that the rental agency gives to the frame or hook retainers of control, and personal injury. Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes are safe if installed properly and adjusted to the bumper. The trailer brakes must distribute ...structural damage, loss of the vehicle. Towing a trailer places an additional load on the certification label. Do not tow a trailer until your vehicle's engine, transaxle, brakes, tires and suspension. Do not attach safety chains to the manufacturer's specifications. Hitches Do not use a rental trailer, follow the...
...that the rental agency gives to the frame or hook retainers of control, and personal injury. Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes are safe if installed properly and adjusted to the bumper. The trailer brakes must distribute ...structural damage, loss of the vehicle. Towing a trailer places an additional load on the certification label. Do not tow a trailer until your vehicle's engine, transaxle, brakes, tires and suspension. Do not attach safety chains to the manufacturer's specifications. Hitches Do not use a rental trailer, follow the...
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Place gearshift lever in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or R (Reverse) (manual transaxle), turn engine OFF, and 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 117 Roadside emergencies 2.
Place gearshift lever in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or R (Reverse) (manual transaxle), turn engine OFF, and 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 117 Roadside emergencies 2.
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Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. • Manual transaxle: 1. Turn off the engine and remove the key. 3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in 1 (First). 126 P R N D D L 2. Maintenance and care 1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in P (Park).
Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. • Manual transaxle: 1. Turn off the engine and remove the key. 3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in 1 (First). 126 P R N D D L 2. Maintenance and care 1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in P (Park).
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Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in N (Neutral). 2. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. 1 2 3 4 5 R Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running . • Manual transaxle: 1. Maintenance and care Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running . 128
Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in N (Neutral). 2. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. 1 2 3 4 5 R Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running . • Manual transaxle: 1. Maintenance and care Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running . 128
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Open the hood. Make sure the vehicle is securely latched in P (automatic transaxle) or 1st (manual transaxle). 4. Protect yourself from engine heat. 5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil indicator (dipstick). • 2.0L SOHC I4 engine ADD FULL 132 Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is on level ground. 2. Maintenance and care ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to drain into the oil pan. 3. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the appropriate intervals for checking the engine oil. 1.
Open the hood. Make sure the vehicle is securely latched in P (automatic transaxle) or 1st (manual transaxle). 4. Protect yourself from engine heat. 5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil indicator (dipstick). • 2.0L SOHC I4 engine ADD FULL 132 Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is on level ground. 2. Maintenance and care ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to drain into the oil pan. 3. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the appropriate intervals for checking the engine oil. 1.
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... idle quality of 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention. When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is reconnected. 147 Run the engine until the idle trim is swallowed, call a physician immediately. Keep batteries out of reach of acid solution. Because your eyes when working near... could cause acid to flow through the vent caps, resulting in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or the neutral position (manual transaxle), turn off all accessories and start the engine. 3. Avoid contact with your vehicle may need to be driven 16 km (10 miles) or more to relearn the idle...
... idle quality of 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention. When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is reconnected. 147 Run the engine until the idle trim is swallowed, call a physician immediately. Keep batteries out of reach of acid solution. Because your eyes when working near... could cause acid to flow through the vent caps, resulting in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or the neutral position (manual transaxle), turn off all accessories and start the engine. 3. Avoid contact with your vehicle may need to be driven 16 km (10 miles) or more to relearn the idle...
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... in the same cylinder.If a spark plug needs to line on the engine decal. REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Brake fluid Ford Part Name High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Premium Engine Coolant Application All Capacity Fill to be replaced, use only spark plugs with... the same service part number suffix letter as shown on reservoir Engine coolant1 Engine oil (includes filter change) Fuel tank capacity Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 Super Premium Motor Oil N/A Automatic transaxles Manual transaxles ZX2 Sedan All 6.0L (6.3 quarts) 5.0L (5.3 quarts) 4.25L (4.5 quarts) ...
... in the same cylinder.If a spark plug needs to line on the engine decal. REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Brake fluid Ford Part Name High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Premium Engine Coolant Application All Capacity Fill to be replaced, use only spark plugs with... the same service part number suffix letter as shown on reservoir Engine coolant1 Engine oil (includes filter change) Fuel tank capacity Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 Super Premium Motor Oil N/A Automatic transaxles Manual transaxles ZX2 Sedan All 6.0L (6.3 quarts) 5.0L (5.3 quarts) 4.25L (4.5 quarts) ...
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...quarts) 3.35L (3.55 quarts) 2.2L (2.32 quarts) Windshield washer fluid Use Ford Premium Engine Coolant (green in color). Capacities and specifications Fluid Power steering fluid Transmission fluid Ford Part Name Motorcraft MERCON ATF Motorcraft MERCON ATF Ultra-Clear Windshield ...Washer Concentrate Application All Automatic transaxles Manual transaxles All Capacity Fill to Adding engine coolant, in the Maintenance and Care chapter. LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Item Ford Part Name or Equivalent Brake fluid High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle...
...quarts) 3.35L (3.55 quarts) 2.2L (2.32 quarts) Windshield washer fluid Use Ford Premium Engine Coolant (green in color). Capacities and specifications Fluid Power steering fluid Transmission fluid Ford Part Name Motorcraft MERCON ATF Motorcraft MERCON ATF Ultra-Clear Windshield ...Washer Concentrate Application All Automatic transaxles Manual transaxles All Capacity Fill to Adding engine coolant, in the Maintenance and Care chapter. LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Item Ford Part Name or Equivalent Brake fluid High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle...
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...052-0.056 inch) DIS 9.35:1 2.0L DOHC Zetec engine 121 87 octane 1-3-4-2 1.22-1.32 mm (0.048-0.052 inch) DIS 9.6:1 177 1 Capacities and specifications Ford Part Name or Equivalent Manual transaxle Motorcraft MERCON ATF Engine oil Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 Super Premium Motor Oil ...Constant CV Joint Grease velocity joints (High Temp.) Engine coolant1 Ford Premium Engine Coolant Item Ford Part Number XT-2-QDX XO-5W30-QSP Ford Specification MERCON...
...052-0.056 inch) DIS 9.35:1 2.0L DOHC Zetec engine 121 87 octane 1-3-4-2 1.22-1.32 mm (0.048-0.052 inch) DIS 9.6:1 177 1 Capacities and specifications Ford Part Name or Equivalent Manual transaxle Motorcraft MERCON ATF Engine oil Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 Super Premium Motor Oil ...Constant CV Joint Grease velocity joints (High Temp.) Engine coolant1 Ford Premium Engine Coolant Item Ford Part Number XT-2-QDX XO-5W30-QSP Ford Specification MERCON...
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Index Manual transaxle ...97 fluid capacities ...175 lubricant specifications ...177 reverse ...99 Mirrors cleaning ...172 side view mirrors (power) ...17 Moon roof ...49 Motorcraft parts ...158,175 Octane rating ...156 Odometer ...14 Oil (see Engine oil) ...132 Panic alarm feature, remote entry system ...55 Parking brake ...90 Parts (see ......152 tire grades ...150 treadwear ...150 Towing ...151 wrecker ...124 Transaxle automatic operation ...92 fluid, refill capacities ...175 lubricant specifications ...177 manual operation ...97 Transmission fluid, checking and adding (automatic) ...143 197
Index Manual transaxle ...97 fluid capacities ...175 lubricant specifications ...177 reverse ...99 Mirrors cleaning ...172 side view mirrors (power) ...17 Moon roof ...49 Motorcraft parts ...158,175 Octane rating ...156 Odometer ...14 Oil (see Engine oil) ...132 Panic alarm feature, remote entry system ...55 Parking brake ...90 Parts (see ......152 tire grades ...150 treadwear ...150 Towing ...151 wrecker ...124 Transaxle automatic operation ...92 fluid, refill capacities ...175 lubricant specifications ...177 manual operation ...97 Transmission fluid, checking and adding (automatic) ...143 197
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... instrument panel. Sedan/wagon-3.8L (4.0 quarts) ZX2-4.25L (4.5 quarts) Use Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 Super Premium Motor Oil, Ford specification WSS-M2C153-G Automatic transaxle-6.0L (6.3 quarts) Manual transaxle-5.0L (5.3 quarts) Fill to Adding engine coolant, in color). Pull handle under the left side of driver's door. Refer to line on reservoir. 3.9L (4.1 quarts...
... instrument panel. Sedan/wagon-3.8L (4.0 quarts) ZX2-4.25L (4.5 quarts) Use Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 Super Premium Motor Oil, Ford specification WSS-M2C153-G Automatic transaxle-6.0L (6.3 quarts) Manual transaxle-5.0L (5.3 quarts) Fill to Adding engine coolant, in color). Pull handle under the left side of driver's door. Refer to line on reservoir. 3.9L (4.1 quarts...