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[MC58000(ALL)01/96]
Ford Gas Stabilizer should be added whenever
actual or expected storage periods exceed 60
days. Follow the instructions on the label. The
vehicle should then be operated at idle speed to
circulate the additive throughout the fuel system.
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[MC58100(ALL)01/96]
A volatile corrosion inhibitor added to the fuel
system will protect the fuel system's inner
surfaces from corrosion. Follow the instructions
packaged with the product.
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[MC58200(ALL)01/96]
Cooling system
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[MC58300(ALL)01/96]
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Protect against freezing temperatures.
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[MC58400(ALL)01/96]
Battery
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[MC58500(ALL)01/96]
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Check and recharge as necessary.
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[MC58600(ALL)01/96]
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Keep connections clean and covered with a
light coat of grease.
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[MC58700(ALL)01/96]
Brakes
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[MC58800(ALL)01/96]
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Make sure brakes and parking brake are fully
released.
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[MC58900(ALL)01/96]
Tires
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[MC59000(ALL)01/96]
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Maintain recommended air pressure.
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[MC59100(ALL)01/96]
Miscellaneous
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[MC59200(ALL)01/96]
q
Make sure all linkages, cables, levers and
clevis pins under vehicle are covered with
grease to prevent rust.
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[MC59300(ALL)01/96]
q
Move vehicles at least 25 feet (8 m) every 15
days to lubricate working parts and prevent
corrosion.
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342 Index
Engine oil
changing oil and oil filter....... 234
checking and adding......... 234
dipstick............... 234
disposal.............230, 248
engine oil pressure gauge........ 16
filter, specifications.......... 293
refill capacities............ 294
specifications...........233, 296
synthetic oil............. 233
ªbreak-inº oils............. 5
viscosity............... 233
Entry system, illuminated......... 73
Exhaust fumes............. 160
Extended Service Plan, Ford........ 3
F
Fan, engine fan, avoiding injury..... 230
Federal Communications Commission.... 58
Federal Highway Administration
Regulation............... 5
Flashers, hazard........... 78,199
Flat tire................. 209
Fluid refill capacities........... 294
Ford Customer Assistance Center..... 305
Ford Dispute Settlement Board...... 306
Ford Extended Service Plan........ 3
Ford Motor Company of Canada..... 310
Ford of Canada Customer
Assistance Centre........... 310
Foreign registration........... 312
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles, special notice . . 5
Four-wheeling with Ford supplement.... 5
French owner guides, how to obtain.... 3
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352 Index
T
Tail lamps
bulb replacement........... 272
cleaning............... 281
Temperature control (see Climate control) . . 61
Tether anchor installation
(see Child restraints)......... 139
Tilt steering wheel............. 79
Tires
changing............... 209
checking the pressure......... 252
cleaning............... 281
inspection and maintenance...... 252
replacing............... 256
rotating............... 255
snow tires and chains......... 259
spare tire.............209, 211
storing your vehicle.......... 285
tire grades.............. 256
treadwear.............. 256
wear bands.............. 256
wheel and tire matching........ 259
Towing your vehicle
using wheel dollies.......... 226
with a tow truck........... 226
Traction control...........177, 254
Traction-lok rear axle........177, 254
Trailer towing
calculating maximum trailer weight . . . 187
safety chains............. 194
trailer brakes............. 195
trailer lamps............. 195
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