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... ESP coverage. This information is serviced properly. GETTING THE SERVICE YOU NEED At home Ford Motor Company has authorized Ford and Lincoln-Mercury dealerships to change. Your dealer has factory-trained technicians and the latest diagnostic equipment to Bumper Warranty expires; In most cases, your...such as: reimbursement for towing and rental. (In Hawaii, rules vary. Ask your concern will be tailored to fit your dealer for certain maintenance and wear items.) You may , however, take your vehicle to the selling dealership because they have a vested interest in various time-and-...
... ESP coverage. This information is serviced properly. GETTING THE SERVICE YOU NEED At home Ford Motor Company has authorized Ford and Lincoln-Mercury dealerships to change. Your dealer has factory-trained technicians and the latest diagnostic equipment to Bumper Warranty expires; In most cases, your...such as: reimbursement for towing and rental. (In Hawaii, rules vary. Ask your concern will be tailored to fit your dealer for certain maintenance and wear items.) You may , however, take your vehicle to the selling dealership because they have a vested interest in various time-and-...
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... Ford Motor Company. The dispute settlement board To properly review your case, the Board needs the following information: • legible copies of all documents and maintenance or repair orders relevant to the case • the year, make an oral presentation before the Board. Every effort will be presented as evidence 7
... Ford Motor Company. The dispute settlement board To properly review your case, the Board needs the following information: • legible copies of all documents and maintenance or repair orders relevant to the case • the year, make an oral presentation before the Board. Every effort will be presented as evidence 7
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Contents Before driving Introduction Instrumentation Controls and features Seating and safety restraints Starting and driving Starting Driving Roadside emergencies Servicing Maintenance and care Capacities and specifications Reporting safety defects (U. S. only) Index 125 183 189 190 1 2 4 14 44 76 84 107
Contents Before driving Introduction Instrumentation Controls and features Seating and safety restraints Starting and driving Starting Driving Roadside emergencies Servicing Maintenance and care Capacities and specifications Reporting safety defects (U. S. only) Index 125 183 189 190 1 2 4 14 44 76 84 107
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... transaxle serviced by your transaxle may be damaged. Low coolant (if equipped) Briely illuminates when the ignition is turned on as possible. Refer to the Maintenance and care chapter to Safety belt indicator light and warning chime in the Seating and safety restraints chapter. TRACTION CONTROL O/D OFF TRACTION CONTROL O/D OFF 7 If...
... transaxle serviced by your transaxle may be damaged. Low coolant (if equipped) Briely illuminates when the ignition is turned on as possible. Refer to the Maintenance and care chapter to Safety belt indicator light and warning chime in the Seating and safety restraints chapter. TRACTION CONTROL O/D OFF TRACTION CONTROL O/D OFF 7 If...
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... service technician. Illuminates after releasing the parking brake to check the engine oil level as soon as possible. Refer to be serviced. Refer to the Maintenance and care chapter to indicate low brake fluid level. BRAKE Anti-lock brake system (ABS) (if equipped) Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is off . If...
... service technician. Illuminates after releasing the parking brake to check the engine oil level as soon as possible. Refer to be serviced. Refer to the Maintenance and care chapter to indicate low brake fluid level. BRAKE Anti-lock brake system (ABS) (if equipped) Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is off . If...
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Refer to Checking and adding engine coolant in the Maintenance and care chapter. NORMAL 12 If it enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Instrumentation 55 60 70 80 50 100 120 90 140 ...
Refer to Checking and adding engine coolant in the Maintenance and care chapter. NORMAL 12 If it enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Instrumentation 55 60 70 80 50 100 120 90 140 ...
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... (if equipped) will function to dehumidify the windows provided the outside air before it is above 10°C (50°F). Refer to the Maintenance and care chapter for maintenance of your vehicle also has the capability to demist the front side windows. LO PANEL A/C HI MAX A/C OFF PNL/FLR FLOOR FLR DEF...
... (if equipped) will function to dehumidify the windows provided the outside air before it is above 10°C (50°F). Refer to the Maintenance and care chapter for maintenance of your vehicle also has the capability to demist the front side windows. LO PANEL A/C HI MAX A/C OFF PNL/FLR FLOOR FLR DEF...
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.... Repeat until all chosen keys have your dealer clear and reprogram the code for two seconds, and the vehicle can be coded. The system is maintenance free. If keys become lost, you must have been programmed. If successful, the theft warning indicator will glow for security reasons. 1 2 3 4 43 Repeat the procedure...
.... Repeat until all chosen keys have your dealer clear and reprogram the code for two seconds, and the vehicle can be coded. The system is maintenance free. If keys become lost, you must have been programmed. If successful, the theft warning indicator will glow for security reasons. 1 2 3 4 43 Repeat the procedure...
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...: • The readiness light will either flash or stay lit. • The readiness light will repeat periodically until the problem and light are repaired. Routine maintenance of a collision. 55 60 70 80 50 100 120 90 140 40 60 800 0 0 1 2 3 100 160 30 40 10 180 1 20 20 0 0 0 0 200 120 1 0 130...
...: • The readiness light will either flash or stay lit. • The readiness light will repeat periodically until the problem and light are repaired. Routine maintenance of a collision. 55 60 70 80 50 100 120 90 140 40 60 800 0 0 1 2 3 100 160 30 40 10 180 1 20 20 0 0 0 0 200 120 1 0 130...
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... up . The wheels are prevented from locking even when the brakes are self-adjusting. Its operation is not employed during brake applications and compensating for maintenance intervals. Refer to lock up during normal braking. It becomes operational only when it senses differences in the rotational speed of the anti-lock braking...
... up . The wheels are prevented from locking even when the brakes are self-adjusting. Its operation is not employed during brake applications and compensating for maintenance intervals. Refer to lock up during normal braking. It becomes operational only when it senses differences in the rotational speed of the anti-lock braking...
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Driving FUEL CONSUMPTION Fuel economy can be improved by avoiding: • lack of regular, scheduled maintenance, • excessive speed, • rapid acceleration, • driving with the brake pedal depressed, • sudden stops, • extended engine idling, • use of speed control in hilly terrain, • extended use of the air conditioner, defroster, rear window defroster and other accessories, • underinflated tires, • heavy loads, • aftermarked add-ons such as bike, ski or luggage racks, bug deflectors, etc. 106
Driving FUEL CONSUMPTION Fuel economy can be improved by avoiding: • lack of regular, scheduled maintenance, • excessive speed, • rapid acceleration, • driving with the brake pedal depressed, • sudden stops, • extended engine idling, • use of speed control in hilly terrain, • extended use of the air conditioner, defroster, rear window defroster and other accessories, • underinflated tires, • heavy loads, • aftermarked add-ons such as bike, ski or luggage racks, bug deflectors, etc. 106
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..., your Ford dealership can be replaced without tools. • We provide you with a "Service Guide" which parts and services are designed and built to specifications. Maintenance and care SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS • We highlight do-it-yourself items in your vehicle. 125
..., your Ford dealership can be replaced without tools. • We provide you with a "Service Guide" which parts and services are designed and built to specifications. Maintenance and care SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS • We highlight do-it-yourself items in your vehicle. 125
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... flames and other lit material away from the battery and all fuel related parts. The cooling fan is automatic and may come on a hot engine. Maintenance and care Precautions when servicing your vehicle Be especially careful when inspecting or servicing your vehicle.
... flames and other lit material away from the battery and all fuel related parts. The cooling fan is automatic and may come on a hot engine. Maintenance and care Precautions when servicing your vehicle Be especially careful when inspecting or servicing your vehicle.
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Turn off the engine and remove the key. 3. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. 127 Maintenance and care Working with engine off (manual transaxle) 1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in P (Park). 2. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. Working with engine off (automatic transaxle) 1. Turn off the engine and remove the key. 3. Set the parking brake fully and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in 1 (first) or R (Reverse). 2.
Turn off the engine and remove the key. 3. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. 127 Maintenance and care Working with engine off (manual transaxle) 1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in P (Park). 2. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. Working with engine off (automatic transaxle) 1. Turn off the engine and remove the key. 3. Set the parking brake fully and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in 1 (first) or R (Reverse). 2.
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Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. Do not start your engine with engine on (automatic transaxle) 1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in P (Park). 2. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. 128 Working with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is securely latched in neutral. 2. Maintenance and care Working with engine on (manual transaxle) 1. Set the parking brake fully and ensure the gearshift is running.
Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. Do not start your engine with engine on (automatic transaxle) 1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in P (Park). 2. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. 128 Working with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is securely latched in neutral. 2. Maintenance and care Working with engine on (manual transaxle) 1. Set the parking brake fully and ensure the gearshift is running.
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... secure. Hold the support at the yellow colored insulation section. Always check to drop into the catch for the last 20 - 30 cm (8 - 12 inches). Maintenance and care Opening the hood • Pull the handle (1) located under the instrument panel. 4 55 60 70 80 50 100 120 90 140 40 60... ONLY TRACTION CONTROL O/D OFF On Res Set Acc MI RRORS Off Coast 1 • Release the safety catch by reaching under the hood (2) (adjacent to the Mercury emblem) and pushing it up. 2 • Raise the hood and support it with the strut (3) in its retaining clip, lower the hood and allow it...
... secure. Hold the support at the yellow colored insulation section. Always check to drop into the catch for the last 20 - 30 cm (8 - 12 inches). Maintenance and care Opening the hood • Pull the handle (1) located under the instrument panel. 4 55 60 70 80 50 100 120 90 140 40 60... ONLY TRACTION CONTROL O/D OFF On Res Set Acc MI RRORS Off Coast 1 • Release the safety catch by reaching under the hood (2) (adjacent to the Mercury emblem) and pushing it up. 2 • Raise the hood and support it with the strut (3) in its retaining clip, lower the hood and allow it...
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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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... engine oil Check the engine oil each time you fuel your vehicle. Protect yourself from engine heat. 4. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil dipstick. 5. Maintenance and care Engine oil Use SAE 5W-30 motor oil CERTIFIED FOR GASOLINE ENGINES by Ford Warranty. To check the oil: 1. If the engine is...
... engine oil Check the engine oil each time you fuel your vehicle. Protect yourself from engine heat. 4. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil dipstick. 5. Maintenance and care Engine oil Use SAE 5W-30 motor oil CERTIFIED FOR GASOLINE ENGINES by Ford Warranty. To check the oil: 1. If the engine is...
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... is beyond the maximum line, engine damage or high oil consumption may occur and some oil must be removed from the engine by a service technician. 7. Maintenance and care 6. Adding engine oil 1.
... is beyond the maximum line, engine damage or high oil consumption may occur and some oil must be removed from the engine by a service technician. 7. Maintenance and care 6. Adding engine oil 1.