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Instrumentation
13 vehicle serviced as soon as possible. This indicates a possible
problem with one of the engine's emission control systems. You
do not need to have your vehicle towed.
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[IS02700(ALL)01/96]
Charging System Light
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[IS02800(ALL)04/96]
This light indicates that your battery is not being charged and
that you need to have the electrical system checked.
[IS02900(ALL)01/96]
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Charging system light
[IS03000(ALL)04/96]
This light illuminates every time you turn your ignition key to
the ON or START position. The light should go off when the
engine starts and the alternator begins to charge.
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[IS03100(ALL)03/96]
If the light stays on or illuminates when the engine is running,
have the electrical system checked as soon as possible.
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[ER00870(ALL)01/96]
Jump-Starting Your Battery
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[ER00875(ALL)01/96]
Your vehicle's battery may discharge if you leave the lights or
any electrical equipment on after you turn the engine off. If this
happens, you may be able to jump-start from a booster battery
to start your vehicle.
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[ER00900(ALL)02/96]
RWARNING
The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to
flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result
in injury or vehicle damage.
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[ER01000(ALL)02/96]
RWARNING
To protect yourself when charging a battery, always
shield your face and eyes. Make sure that you can
breathe fresh air.
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[ER01100(ALL)02/96]
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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[ER01200(ALL)05/96]
RWARNING
Batteries contain sulfuric acid which burns skin, eyes,
and clothing.
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[ER01210(ALL)02/96]
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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298battery cells. When operating at ambient temperatures above
90ÊF (32ÊC),check the electrolyte level more frequently.
[MC21340(ALL)05/96]
If the level of the electrolyte in a cell of the battery is low, add
distilled water until the proper level in each cell is restored.
Plain tap water will work; but if it is ªhard waterº having a
high mineral or alkali content, the life of the battery may be
reduced and the frequency of maintenance required on the
battery will increase.
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[MC21345(ALL)01/96
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Help Us Protect Our Environment
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[MC21350(ALL)01/96]
Ford Motor Company strongly recommends that used lead-acid
batteries be returned to an authorized recycling facility for
disposal.
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[MC21355(ALL)01/96]
7-1/2 pica art:0040201-A
Battery recycling symbol
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[MC21360(ALL)02/96]
RWARNING
The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to
flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result
in injury or vehicle damage.
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[MC21365(ALL)05/96]
RWARNING
To protect yourself when charging a battery, always
shield your face and eyes. Make sure that you can
breathe fresh air.
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Automatic transaxle
driving with.................... 224
fluid, adding.................... 295
fluid, checking................... 295
fluid, specification.................. 343
B
Backing up...................... 225
Battery
acid, treating emergencies............270, 298
charging system warning light............. 13
disconnecting.................... 274
how to service................... 297
proper disposal, recycling.............. 298
servicing...................... 297
voltage gauge.................... 13
when storing your vehicle.............. 338
Brake fluid
brake warning light.................. 9
checking and adding................ 285
description..................... 285
specifications..................286, 343
Brakes
adjustment..................... 219
anti-lock...................... 219
anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light....... 10
applying the brakes................. 221
brake warning light.................. 9
fluid, checking and adding.............. 285
fluid, refill capacities................ 285
fluid, specifications...............286, 343
front disc...................... 219
if brakes do not grip well.............. 220
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Index
Brakes (continued)
lubricant specifications................ 343
master cylinder................... 285
new brake linings................... 5
noise........................ 219
parking...................... 221
servicing....................220, 285
stopping distances.................. 221
trailer....................... 237
when storing your vehicle.............. 338
Brights (high beams)................... 17
Bulbs, replacing
halogen...................... 319
headlamps..................... 319
specifications.................... 325
C
Canada, customer assistance.............. 356
Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP) . . . 356
Carbon monoxide in exhaust.............. 216
Cargo net....................... 112
Car seats for children (see Child safety seats)...... 156
Catalytic converter................... 316
Chains, tires...................... 307
Changing a tire.................... 256
Charging system warning light.............. 13
Childproof locks.................... 100
Child safety restraints
child safety belts.................. 169
child safety seats.................. 156
Child safety seats
and air bags.................... 156
attaching with tether straps............. 163
automatic locking mode (retractor)........138, 156
in front seat.................... 156
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Lights, warning and indicator (continued)
charging system................... 13
check engine..................... 12
door ajar....................... 15
engine oil pressure.................. 14
hazard warning light............... 76,243
high beam...................... 17
low fuel....................... 16
lowoil........................ 14
low washer fluid................... 17
oil pressure...................... 14
rear ABS....................... 10
safety belt...................... 11
service engine soon.................. 12
turn signal indicator.................. 87
Load limits
GAWR....................... 229
GVWR....................... 229
trailer towing.................... 235
Lubricant specifications................ 343
Luggage rack..................... 241
Lug nuts
anti-theft...................... 263
tightening sequence...............260, 267
M
Maintenance (see Servicing).............. 277
Master cylinder, brakes................ 285
Message center, low washer fluid............. 17
Methanol in fuel................... 312
Mileage, calculating fuel economy............ 314
Mirrors
dual electric remote control............. 111
rearview...................... 110
side view mirrors.................. 110
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