battery replacement FORD PROBE 1996 2.G Owners Manual

240soda and water. Reinstall the cables when you
are done cleaning them, and apply a small
quantity of grease to the top of each battery
terminal to help prevent corrosion.
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[SV29616(ALL)02/95]
Battery replacement
[SV29620(ALL)11/91]
When the original equipment maintenance-free
battery is replaced under warranty, it may be
replaced by a low-maintenance battery.
[SV29625(ALL)03/95]
The low-maintenance battery has removable vent
caps for checking the electrolyte level and
adding water, if necessary.
[SV29630(ALL)04/93]
The electrolyte level should be checked at least
every 24 months or 24,000 miles (40,000 km) in
temperatures up to90ÊF (32ÊC) andmore in
temperatures above90ÊF (32ÊC).Keep the
electrolyte level in each cell up to the level
indicator. Do not overfill.
[SV29635(ALL)03/95]
If the level gets low, you can add plain tap
water to the battery, provided the water isn't
hard or doesn't have a high mineral or alkali
content. However, if possible, refill with distilled
water. If the battery needs water quite often,
have the charging system checked for a possible
problem.
[SV29636(ALL)01/95]
If you ever disconnect the battery or install a
new battery, you must allow the computer to
ªrelearnº its idle condition before your vehicle
will drive properly. To begin this process, put
the gearshift in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or
N (Neutral) (manual transaxle), set the
emergency brake, turn off all the accessories, and
start the vehicle. Bring the engine to normal
operating temperature.
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[SV29675(ALL)06/95]
If the acid touches someone's skin, eyes, or
clothing, immediately flush the area with water
for at least 15 minutes. If someone swallows the
acid, have him or her drink lots of milk or water
first, then Milk of Magnesia, a beaten egg, or
vegetable oil. Call a doctor immediately.
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[SV29690(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Applying too much pressure on the ends
when lifting a battery could cause acid to
spill. Lift the battery with a carrier or
with your hands on the opposite corners.
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[SV29700(ALL)03/01]
Automatic Transaxle Fluid
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[SV29800(ALL)03/95]
Under normal circumstances, you do not need to
check the fluid level of the transaxle, since your
vehicle does not use up transaxle fluid. Refer to
theMaintenance Schedule and Recordbooklet for
replacement intervals. However, if the transaxle
is not working properly Ð for instance, the
transaxle may slip or shift slowly, or you may
notice some sign of fluid leakage Ð the fluid
level should be checked.
[SV29900(ALL)01/94]
If you must check the transaxle fluid in an
emergency, make sure that your vehicle is on
level ground, start the engine, and move the
gearshift through all of the gears allowing
sufficient time for each position to engage.
Securely latch the gearshift in P (Park). Set the
parking brake and leave the engine running.
[SV29950(ALL)04/93]
Wipe off the dipstick cap, pull the dipstick out
and wipe the indicator end clean. Put the
dipstick back into the filler tube. Make sure the
dipstick is fully seated in the filler tube;
otherwise, you will not get an accurate reading.
Pull the dipstick out and read the fluid level.
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292 Index
Automatic transaxle
driving with............. 147
fluid, adding............. 242
fluid, checking............ 242
B
Backing up.............149, 155
Basic vehicle warranty........... 4
Battery................. 239
acid, treating emergencies.....169, 241
disconnecting............. 173
how to service............ 239
jumping a disabled battery....... 169
maintenance-free........... 239
proper disposal, recycling....... 241
replacement, specifications....... 268
servicing............... 239
when storing your vehicle....... 272
Brake fluid
brake warning light........... 55
checking and adding......... 245
description.............. 245
Brakes
adjustment.............. 157
anti-lock............... 157
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light............. 57
applying the brakes.......... 157
brake warning light........... 55
fluid, checking and adding....... 245
front disc............... 157
new brake linings............ 5
noise...............157±158
parking............... 160
servicing............... 245
when storing your vehicle....... 273
Break-in period.............. 5
Brights (high beams)............ 80
Bulbs, replacing............. 256
headlamps.............. 256
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