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Where To Check Gear Fluid On 1998 Ford Zx2
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Owner's Manual - Page 7
... that monitors the engine's emission control system. The Service Engine Soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is equipped with a computer that your vehicle. Instrumentation
ZX2 coupe instrument cluster
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FUEL FILL
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4 5
RPMx1000
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Owner's Manual - Page 10
...Anti-theft system (if equipped) Refer to be serviced.
If one or both of the indicators stay on continuously or flash faster, check for a burned-out turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on or continues to flash, the ABS needs to Anti-theft system... . Also illuminates when the parking brake is engaged. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level.
Owner's Manual - Page 13
...THEFT
ZX2 coupe instrument cluster gauges
60 50 40
80 100
70 80
120 140
THEFT
90
160
E
FUEL FILL
1 / 2
3 2 1
4 5
RPMx1000
6 7 8
F
C
H
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km/h
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LOW FUEL CHECK ...ENGINE SOON
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ABS
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CHECK COOLANT
THEFT
Sport instrument cluster gauges
50 40
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FUEL FILL
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Owner's Manual - Page 70
...rear outboard seating position) have been provided in Canada include a tether anchor hardware kit. Check to pull more belt out). Other manufacturers offer the tether strap as an accessory. Seating ...at each use. Tether anchorage hardware (Coupe) Attachment holes (at no charge from any Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. Be sure to attach anchor hardware, if required. Contact the manufacturer...
Owner's Manual - Page 123
...RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle. • Do not work on at any time. Check your "Warranty Guide" to find out which makes tracking routine service easy. If your vehicle... requires professional service, your vehicle. Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and service parts conforming to provide the best performance in moving parts. 123 Always disconnect...
Owner's Manual - Page 134
...the oil level is WSS-M2C153-G. Ford oil specification is not above the F in this certification mark. Use SAE 5W-30 motor oil certified for this chapter. 2. Check the engine oil.
They are ...unnecessary and could, under certain conditions, lead to Checking the engine oil in FULL mark on the dipstick. Recheck the oil level. If the fluid level is...
Owner's Manual - Page 136
... permanent damage to meet Ford specifications. MAX
MIN
If you use a brake fluid that is toxic. Do not fill above this line. • Use only a DOT 3 brake fluid certified to your brakes....master cylinder run dry. Refer to fail.
136 Maintenance and care
BRAKE FLUID Checking and adding brake fluid Brake fluid should be checked and refilled as needed at least once each year: • Clean...
Owner's Manual - Page 137
... way. Do not put engine coolant in the brake fluid reservoir will rise slowly.
WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Checking and adding washer fluid Check the washer fluid whenever you stop for the windshield washer fluid.
137 During normal operation, the fluid level in the container for fuel. Maintenance and care
CLUTCH FLUID (IF EQUIPPED) The clutch master cylinder and brake...
Owner's Manual - Page 139
If sprayed on the reservoir. Check the coolant level in this chapter. Adding engine coolant Do not put engine ...Add straight water only in the container for the windshield washer fluid. do not use engine coolant, antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of its specified function and vehicle location. Automotive fluids are not interchangeable; Maintenance and care
to the fill line...
Owner's Manual - Page 140
..., turn it counterclockwise and remove it cool. 2. When the engine is an optimized formula that meets Ford specification ESE-M97B44-A. When you are sure that all the pressure has been released, use supplemental coolant...80,000 km (50,000 miles). Do not use of your vehicle. Use Ford Premium Cooling System Fluid E2FZ-19549-AA (in your vehicle's engine cooling system.
140 The use alcohol ...
Owner's Manual - Page 141
... coolant recycling processes produce coolant which meets Ford specification ESE-M97B44-A, and use recycled engine coolant produced by Ford-approved processes. Maintenance and care
Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company recommends that Ford and Lincoln-Mercury dealers use of used automotive fluids in a responsible manner. Follow your dealer check the engine cooling system for recycling...
Owner's Manual - Page 142
Leave a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant and water in your vehicle year-round in which you drive during winter months. CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid at the temperature level in non-extreme climates. Start the engine and let it run until it reaches normal operating temperature (the engine...
Owner's Manual - Page 143
... back on the dipstick and/or dipstick handle and also in the Lubricant specifications section in the reservoir. Do not add fluid if the level is in small amounts, continuously checking the level until it is below the hole at the bottom of the dipstick and outside temperatures are above 10°...
Owner's Manual - Page 144
... you notice some sign of driving. Maintenance and care
fluid at high speeds, in P (Park) and leave the engine running. 4. With the parking brake engaged and your vehicle has been operated for each gear to cool before checking. 1. The normal operating temperature can be checked if the transmission is fully seated in the filler...
Owner's Manual - Page 145
... during its life of service. Do not overfill the battery cells. If an overfill occurs, excess fluid should be removed by a qualified technician. Checking and adding manual transmission fluid The lubricant level and quality should have the fluid checked occasionally. If the electrolyte level in .25L (1/2 pint) increments through the filler tube until the level...
Owner's Manual - Page 176
..., tree sap, insect remains, tar spots, road salt and industrial fallout immediately. Remove any tar spots. Use cleaning fluid or alcohol with touch-up, paint repair foil or aerosol paint spray from the Ford accessory line. Use tar remover to remove grease and tar. Observe the application instructions on the products. The...
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 Oil Sedan/wagon N/A Motorcraft MERCON ATF Motorcraft MERCON ATF Ultra-Clear Windshield Washer Concentrate All All Automatic transaxles Manual transaxles All Capacity 4....
Owner's Manual - Page 191
... 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 quarts) ZX2-4.25L (4.5 quarts) Automatic transaxle-6.0L (6.3 quarts) Manual transaxle-5.0L (5.3 quarts) Fill to line on ...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing - Page 3
...Guide" for the service of components affecting emission control, the non-Ford parts should be checked or replaced. General maintenance information
GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION The required scheduled ... intervals. The recommended lubricants, fluids and service parts conforming to Ford Specifications are also important to determine the equivalency of your Ford Motor Company vehicle. To assure...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing - Page 26
... tires and loose wheel lug nuts. u Inspect halfshaft dust boots. Check and replace worn wiper blades. Check the air conditioning system before the warm weather season. Check the power steering fluid level. check tires when cold, not after use is normal. and check coolant strength
26 u Check coolant level in the spare tire. AT LEAST ONCE A YEAR...
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