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...ignition is turned on , see your dealer or qualified service technician. Refer to the Maintenance and care chapter to indicate low brake fluid level. BRAKE 9 BRAKE Engine oil pressure Briefly illuminates when the ignition is turned on . Instrumentation Front foglamps Illuminates when foglamps are switched on and the... engine is off . If the light stays on use. Illuminates after releasing the parking brake to check the engine oil level as soon as possible. Refer to Foglamps control in the Controls and features chapter for notes ...
...ignition is turned on , see your dealer or qualified service technician. Refer to the Maintenance and care chapter to indicate low brake fluid level. BRAKE 9 BRAKE Engine oil pressure Briefly illuminates when the ignition is turned on . Instrumentation Front foglamps Illuminates when foglamps are switched on and the... engine is off . If the light stays on use. Illuminates after releasing the parking brake to check the engine oil level as soon as possible. Refer to Foglamps control in the Controls and features chapter for notes ...
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Maintenance and care 2.0 litre EFI-engine compartment Power steering reservoir Engine coolant reservoir Automatic Brake fluid transaxle reservoir dipstick (if equipped) Air cleaner Windshield Engine oil washer fluid dipstick reservoir Engine oil filler cap Battery Power distribution box For ease of identification, all filler caps and the engine oil dipstick are marked yellow/black. 130
Maintenance and care 2.0 litre EFI-engine compartment Power steering reservoir Engine coolant reservoir Automatic Brake fluid transaxle reservoir dipstick (if equipped) Air cleaner Windshield Engine oil washer fluid dipstick reservoir Engine oil filler cap Battery Power distribution box For ease of identification, all filler caps and the engine oil dipstick are marked yellow/black. 130
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Maintenance and care 2.5 litre EFI-engine compartment Power steering reservoir Engine coolant reservoir Automatic Brake fluid transaxle reservoir dipstick (if equipped) Air cleaner Windshield washer fluid reservoir Engine oil dipstick Engine oil filler cap Battery Power distribution box For ease of identification, all filler caps and the engine oil dipstick are marked yellow/black. 131
Maintenance and care 2.5 litre EFI-engine compartment Power steering reservoir Engine coolant reservoir Automatic Brake fluid transaxle reservoir dipstick (if equipped) Air cleaner Windshield washer fluid reservoir Engine oil dipstick Engine oil filler cap Battery Power distribution box For ease of identification, all filler caps and the engine oil dipstick are marked yellow/black. 131
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...necessary, add enough washer fluid to fail. This may cause the brakes to fill the reservoir. The level of the reservoir. Brake fluid is not DOT 3, you use a brake fluid that meets the Ford specification (see the chapter Capacities and specifications). M AX IN M BRAKE If you will illuminate.... master cylinder run dry. If the level falls below the MIN mark, the brake fluid level warning light on the instrument panel will cause permanent damage to your brakes. Maintenance and care Brake/clutch fluid reservoir Brake and clutch fluid systems are supplied from the same reservoir.
...necessary, add enough washer fluid to fail. This may cause the brakes to fill the reservoir. The level of the reservoir. Brake fluid is not DOT 3, you use a brake fluid that meets the Ford specification (see the chapter Capacities and specifications). M AX IN M BRAKE If you will illuminate.... master cylinder run dry. If the level falls below the MIN mark, the brake fluid level warning light on the instrument panel will cause permanent damage to your brakes. Maintenance and care Brake/clutch fluid reservoir Brake and clutch fluid systems are supplied from the same reservoir.
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Set parking brake and leave the engine running. Wipe off the dipstick cap and pull the dipstick out. Note that your vehicle approximately 30 km (20 miles) when the engine has reached normal operating temperature. Wipe indicator clean. The fluid level should not be within the crosshatched ... is fully seated. Maintenance and care Checking the automatic transaxle fluid With the vehicle on the dipstick, don't add fluid. Add only enough fluid to bring the level above the bottom dimple on a level surface and the brake fully applied, start the engine and move the gearshift lever through ...
Set parking brake and leave the engine running. Wipe off the dipstick cap and pull the dipstick out. Note that your vehicle approximately 30 km (20 miles) when the engine has reached normal operating temperature. Wipe indicator clean. The fluid level should not be within the crosshatched ... is fully seated. Maintenance and care Checking the automatic transaxle fluid With the vehicle on the dipstick, don't add fluid. Add only enough fluid to bring the level above the bottom dimple on a level surface and the brake fully applied, start the engine and move the gearshift lever through ...
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BRAKE TRACTION CONTROL O/D OFF • Strange odors. • Engine runs for more of oil pressure. 164 Maintenance and care If you notice one or more than five seconds after shut off or engine misfires, surges, stalls or backfires. • Loss of the following, the emission system may not be functioning properly; have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible: • Fluid leaks. • The charging system, engine oil pressure or low coolant warning lights illuminate in the instrument cluster and remain lit.
BRAKE TRACTION CONTROL O/D OFF • Strange odors. • Engine runs for more of oil pressure. 164 Maintenance and care If you notice one or more than five seconds after shut off or engine misfires, surges, stalls or backfires. • Loss of the following, the emission system may not be functioning properly; have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible: • Fluid leaks. • The charging system, engine oil pressure or low coolant warning lights illuminate in the instrument cluster and remain lit.
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...bugs. Large quantities of dirt and road salt are difficult to remove, and they also cause damage to dry them. After washing, apply the brakes several times to the vehicle. Maintenance and care During winter months, it is by noting when water stops beading on the surface. This could be... every three or four months depending on operating conditions. Use cleaning fluid or alcohol with a clean cloth to remove any exterior accessories, such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect remains, tar spots, road salt and ...
...bugs. Large quantities of dirt and road salt are difficult to remove, and they also cause damage to dry them. After washing, apply the brakes several times to the vehicle. Maintenance and care During winter months, it is by noting when water stops beading on the surface. This could be... every three or four months depending on operating conditions. Use cleaning fluid or alcohol with a clean cloth to remove any exterior accessories, such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect remains, tar spots, road salt and ...
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without Manual transaxle Automatic transaxle with oil cooler Power steering Cooling system with heating Windshield washer fluid Fuel tank Braking system * Total capacity ** with filter - Capacities and specifications Capacities Engine oil - with automatic transaxle 2.0 litre engine 4.25 l (4.5 qts) 3.75 l (4.0 qts) 2.5 litre engine 5.5 l (5.8 qts) 5.0 l (5.3 qts) 2.6 l (2.7 qts) 8.5 l (9.0 qts.) 9.6 l (10.2 qts) Fill to MAX mark 6.6 l (7.0 qts)* 7.1 l (7.5 qts)** 9.5 l (10.0 qts)* 9.7 l (10.2 qts)** Fill to top of reservoir 61.5 l (16.2 gallons) Fill to MAX mark 184
without Manual transaxle Automatic transaxle with oil cooler Power steering Cooling system with heating Windshield washer fluid Fuel tank Braking system * Total capacity ** with filter - Capacities and specifications Capacities Engine oil - with automatic transaxle 2.0 litre engine 4.25 l (4.5 qts) 3.75 l (4.0 qts) 2.5 litre engine 5.5 l (5.8 qts) 5.0 l (5.3 qts) 2.6 l (2.7 qts) 8.5 l (9.0 qts.) 9.6 l (10.2 qts) Fill to MAX mark 6.6 l (7.0 qts)* 7.1 l (7.5 qts)** 9.5 l (10.0 qts)* 9.7 l (10.2 qts)** Fill to top of reservoir 61.5 l (16.2 gallons) Fill to MAX mark 184
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Capacities and specifications Lubricant Specifications Item Brake fluid Engine coolant Ford part name or equivalent High performance DOT 3 brake fluid Premium engine coolant Motorcraft motor oil 5W-30 super premium MERCON® power steering fluid Motorcraft MERCON® ATF Ultra-clear windshield washer concentrate ... ESA-M6C25-A WSE-97B44-A American Petroleum Institute Certification Mark and WSS-M2C153-G Engine oil Power steering fluid Transaxle fluid automatic/ 5-speed manual Windshield washer fluid E6AZ-19582-AA MERCON® XT-2-QDX MERCON® C9AZ-19550-AA or C9AZ-19550-BA ESR...
Capacities and specifications Lubricant Specifications Item Brake fluid Engine coolant Ford part name or equivalent High performance DOT 3 brake fluid Premium engine coolant Motorcraft motor oil 5W-30 super premium MERCON® power steering fluid Motorcraft MERCON® ATF Ultra-clear windshield washer concentrate ... ESA-M6C25-A WSE-97B44-A American Petroleum Institute Certification Mark and WSS-M2C153-G Engine oil Power steering fluid Transaxle fluid automatic/ 5-speed manual Windshield washer fluid E6AZ-19582-AA MERCON® XT-2-QDX MERCON® C9AZ-19550-AA or C9AZ-19550-BA ESR...
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... ...121 proper disposal, recycling ...145 replacement, specifications . .183 servicing ...143 190 Brake fluid checking and adding ...135 specifications ...185 Brake-shift interlock ...88 Brakelamps (see Bulb replacement) Brakes anti-lock brake system (ABS) .84 brake warning light ...9 fluid, checking and adding ...135 fluid, refill capacities ...184 fluid, specification ...185 parking ...86 Built-in child seat folding up the seat...
... ...121 proper disposal, recycling ...145 replacement, specifications . .183 servicing ...143 190 Brake fluid checking and adding ...135 specifications ...185 Brake-shift interlock ...88 Brakelamps (see Bulb replacement) Brakes anti-lock brake system (ABS) .84 brake warning light ...9 fluid, checking and adding ...135 fluid, refill capacities ...184 fluid, specification ...185 parking ...86 Built-in child seat folding up the seat...
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... (OBD II) system ...166 Overdrive ...7, 90 Overhead controls ...33 P Panel dimmer control ...16 Panic alarm, remote entry sytem 39 Parking brake ...86 Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ...138 Passenger compartment air filter (see Cabin air filter) . .147 Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS)......17 seats ...45 sunroof ...33 windows ...34 Power steering fluid, checking and adding ...140 fluid, refill capacity ...184 fluid, specification ...185 R Radio (see Audio system) ...18 Rear window defroster ...16 Refill capacities for fluids ...184 Relays ...109 Remote control luggage compartment ...36 Remote entry...
... (OBD II) system ...166 Overdrive ...7, 90 Overhead controls ...33 P Panel dimmer control ...16 Panic alarm, remote entry sytem 39 Parking brake ...86 Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ...138 Passenger compartment air filter (see Cabin air filter) . .147 Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS)......17 seats ...45 sunroof ...33 windows ...34 Power steering fluid, checking and adding ...140 fluid, refill capacity ...184 fluid, specification ...185 R Radio (see Audio system) ...18 Rear window defroster ...16 Refill capacities for fluids ...184 Relays ...109 Remote control luggage compartment ...36 Remote entry...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing
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u Inspect front and rear brakes. (1) DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 50,000 KILOMETERS (30,000 MILES) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Change automatic transaxle fluid. u Inspect exhaust heat shield(s). u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. check coolant strength every 25,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months. DEALER AUTHORIZATION ...
u Inspect front and rear brakes. (1) DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 50,000 KILOMETERS (30,000 MILES) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Change automatic transaxle fluid. u Inspect exhaust heat shield(s). u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. check coolant strength every 25,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months. DEALER AUTHORIZATION ...
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... Inspect accessory drive belt(s). u Replace spark plugs- 2.5L engines only. u Replace passenger compartment air filter (if equipped). u Change automatic transaxle fluid. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. check coolant strength every 25,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months. u Inspect exhaust heat ...shield(s). u Inspect front and rear brakes. (1) DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 95,000 KILOMETERS (57,000 MILES) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. Replace air cleaner filter...
... Inspect accessory drive belt(s). u Replace spark plugs- 2.5L engines only. u Replace passenger compartment air filter (if equipped). u Change automatic transaxle fluid. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. check coolant strength every 25,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months. u Inspect exhaust heat ...shield(s). u Inspect front and rear brakes. (1) DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 95,000 KILOMETERS (57,000 MILES) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. Replace air cleaner filter...
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... replace oil filter. u Replace passenger compartment air filter (if equipped). Inspect accessory drive belt(s). u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. u Change automatic transaxle fluid. u Inspect front and rear brakes. (1) DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 21 DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 145,000 KILOMETERS (87,000 MILES) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. Severe...
... replace oil filter. u Replace passenger compartment air filter (if equipped). Inspect accessory drive belt(s). u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. u Change automatic transaxle fluid. u Inspect front and rear brakes. (1) DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 21 DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 145,000 KILOMETERS (87,000 MILES) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. Severe...
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...: 195,000 KILOMETERS (117,000 MILES) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. Inspect accessory drive belt(s). u Change automatic transaxle fluid. Replace spark plugs - 2.5L only. u Replace passenger compartment air filter (if equipped). Consult your driving habits include continuous stop-and-... strength every 25,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months. DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: (1) If your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury Dealer. 24 u Inspect front and rear brakes. (1) DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 200,000 KILOMETERS (120,000 MILES) u u u u u Change engine oil and replace oil...
...: 195,000 KILOMETERS (117,000 MILES) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. Inspect accessory drive belt(s). u Change automatic transaxle fluid. Replace spark plugs - 2.5L only. u Replace passenger compartment air filter (if equipped). Consult your driving habits include continuous stop-and-... strength every 25,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months. DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: (1) If your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury Dealer. 24 u Inspect front and rear brakes. (1) DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 200,000 KILOMETERS (120,000 MILES) u u u u u Change engine oil and replace oil...
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...FOR FUEL: u u u u Check the engine oil level. u When stopping, listen and check for fluid leaks under -inflated tires. u Check for strange sounds, pulling to one side, increased brake pedal travel or "hard to one side of your vehicle (water dripping from the air conditioning system after... use is normal. 25 Check the windshield washer fluid level. u Check automatic transaxle PARK function. WHILE OPERATING YOUR ...
...FOR FUEL: u u u u Check the engine oil level. u When stopping, listen and check for fluid leaks under -inflated tires. u Check for strange sounds, pulling to one side, increased brake pedal travel or "hard to one side of your vehicle (water dripping from the air conditioning system after... use is normal. 25 Check the windshield washer fluid level. u Check automatic transaxle PARK function. WHILE OPERATING YOUR ...
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... for wear and function. u Check muffler, exhaust pipes, shields and clamps. Check the power steering fluid level. u Inspect halfshaft dust boots. AT LEAST ONCE A YEAR: u u u u u u Lubricate all hinges, checks, latches, and all exterior lamps, including the brake lamps, turn signals and hazard warning flashers. u Check air pressure in the coolant recovery reservoir...
... for wear and function. u Check muffler, exhaust pipes, shields and clamps. Check the power steering fluid level. u Inspect halfshaft dust boots. AT LEAST ONCE A YEAR: u u u u u u Lubricate all hinges, checks, latches, and all exterior lamps, including the brake lamps, turn signals and hazard warning flashers. u Check air pressure in the coolant recovery reservoir...
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u Lubricate the transaxle controls and linkage. If any of these conditions are noted, bring them to the attention of your dealer or qualified service technician as soon as possible. 27 u Check the battery connections. Owner maintenance checks u Check the brake fluid level.
u Lubricate the transaxle controls and linkage. If any of these conditions are noted, bring them to the attention of your dealer or qualified service technician as soon as possible. 27 u Check the battery connections. Owner maintenance checks u Check the brake fluid level.