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... placing small objects on top of the instrument panel, as these objects may become projectiles in the OFF position. • Don't put objects under the hood). • Do not place objects over the defroster outlets. These objects can be used to clear ice or fog from the air intake area (at...
... placing small objects on top of the instrument panel, as these objects may become projectiles in the OFF position. • Don't put objects under the hood). • Do not place objects over the defroster outlets. These objects can be used to clear ice or fog from the air intake area (at...
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... and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other accessories off. 119 You could damage the vehicle's electrical system. 3. Do not attempt to the hood of the disabled vehicle as this could damage the catalytic converter. Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle making sure the two vehicles...
... and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other accessories off. 119 You could damage the vehicle's electrical system. 3. Do not attempt to the hood of the disabled vehicle as this could damage the catalytic converter. Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle making sure the two vehicles...
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Maintenance and care OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release handle located under the front center of the instrument panel. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the bottom left corner of the hood. 3. Lift the hood and secure it with the prop rod. 129
Maintenance and care OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release handle located under the front center of the instrument panel. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the bottom left corner of the hood. 3. Lift the hood and secure it with the prop rod. 129
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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. Protect yourself from engine heat. 5. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is on level ground. 2. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil indicator (dipstick). • 2.0L SOHC I4 engine ADD FULL 132 Maintenance and care ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to drain into the oil pan. 3. Open the hood. Make sure the vehicle is securely latched in P (automatic transaxle) or 1st (manual transaxle). 4.
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. Protect yourself from engine heat. 5. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is on level ground. 2. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil indicator (dipstick). • 2.0L SOHC I4 engine ADD FULL 132 Maintenance and care ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to drain into the oil pan. 3. Open the hood. Make sure the vehicle is securely latched in P (automatic transaxle) or 1st (manual transaxle). 4.
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Open the hood and disconnect the headlamp wiring socket from the rear). 4. This will be replaced immediately. Remove the protective dust shield from the housing by pulling rearward. ...
Open the hood and disconnect the headlamp wiring socket from the rear). 4. This will be replaced immediately. Remove the protective dust shield from the housing by pulling rearward. ...
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... level and the vertical adjustment screw. They are located below the headlamp upper attachment. The "L" and "R" under the viewing window on a level surface. 2. With the hood open , locate the horizontal indicator and the adjusting screw. Park the vehicle on the top of the headlamp refer to turn the horizontal adjusting screw...
... level and the vertical adjustment screw. They are located below the headlamp upper attachment. The "L" and "R" under the viewing window on a level surface. 2. With the hood open , locate the horizontal indicator and the adjusting screw. Park the vehicle on the top of the headlamp refer to turn the horizontal adjusting screw...
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... water for a list of the vertical aim. 4. Any gasoline spilled on the bubble indicate the directional change (up or down) of Ford-approved cleaners, polishes and waxes. Always use strong detergents or soap. Deposits not removed promptly can cause damage to the other headlamp, if... the vertical adjusting screw clockwise or counterclockwise until the bubble is especially important to the vehicle. To avoid spots, avoid washing when the hood is particularly dirty, use a quality car wash detergent. After washing, apply the brakes several times to strong sunlight. If your vehicle...
... water for a list of the vertical aim. 4. Any gasoline spilled on the bubble indicate the directional change (up or down) of Ford-approved cleaners, polishes and waxes. Always use strong detergents or soap. Deposits not removed promptly can cause damage to the other headlamp, if... the vertical adjusting screw clockwise or counterclockwise until the bubble is especially important to the vehicle. To avoid spots, avoid washing when the hood is particularly dirty, use a quality car wash detergent. After washing, apply the brakes several times to strong sunlight. If your vehicle...
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... Name or Equivalent Brake fluid High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Door latch, hood Multi-Purpose Grease latch, auxiliary hood latch, trunk latch, seat tracks. DO NOT USE Ford Extended Life Engine Coolant (orange in the Maintenance and Care chapter. Refer to line on reservoir 3.9L ...(4.1 quarts) 3.35L (3.55 quarts) 2.2L (2.32 quarts) Windshield washer fluid Use Ford Premium Engine Coolant...
... Name or Equivalent Brake fluid High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Door latch, hood Multi-Purpose Grease latch, auxiliary hood latch, trunk latch, seat tracks. DO NOT USE Ford Extended Life Engine Coolant (orange in the Maintenance and Care chapter. Refer to line on reservoir 3.9L ...(4.1 quarts) 3.35L (3.55 quarts) 2.2L (2.32 quarts) Windshield washer fluid Use Ford Premium Engine Coolant...
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... ...11,42 replacing bulbs ...163 turning on and off ...41 warning chime ...12 Heating ...36 heater only system ...36 heating and air conditioning system ...37 Hood ...129 Ignition ...177,178 positions of the ignition ...41 Infant seats (see Safety seats) ..78 Inspection/maintenance (I/M) testing ...162 196 Instrument panel ...8 cleaning ...173 cluster...
... ...11,42 replacing bulbs ...163 turning on and off ...41 warning chime ...12 Heating ...36 heater only system ...36 heating and air conditioning system ...37 Hood ...129 Ignition ...177,178 positions of the ignition ...41 Infant seats (see Safety seats) ..78 Inspection/maintenance (I/M) testing ...162 196 Instrument panel ...8 cleaning ...173 cluster...
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... the left side of driver's door. 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 line on reservoir. 3.9L (4.1 quarts) 3.35L (3.55... Engine Coolant (green in color). DO NOT USE Ford Extended Life Engine Coolant (orange in color). Filling station information Item Required fuel Fuel tank capacity Tire size and pressure Hood release Oil capacity (includes filter change) Engine oil Information Unleaded fuel only - 87 octane ...
... the left side of driver's door. 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 line on reservoir. 3.9L (4.1 quarts) 3.35L (3.55... Engine Coolant (green in color). DO NOT USE Ford Extended Life Engine Coolant (orange in color). Filling station information Item Required fuel Fuel tank capacity Tire size and pressure Hood release Oil capacity (includes filter change) Engine oil Information Unleaded fuel only - 87 octane ...