FORD ASPIRE 1996 1.G Owners Manual

222 [SV37200(ALL)05/95]4. Look through the transparent side of the
fuse to see if the metal wire inside is
separated. If it is, replace the fuse with one
of the same amperage only. You can use the
amp rating number on the fuse as well as
the color to identify the correct replacement.
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RWARNING
Always replace a fuse with one that has
the specified amperage rating. Using a
fuse with a higher amperage rating can
cause severe wire damage and could start
a fire.
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5. Reinstall the fuse puller on the inside of the
fuse panel cover.
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6. Install the fuse panel cover.
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[SV37500(ALL)05/93]
Even after you replace a fuse, it will continue to
blow if you do not find what caused the
overload. If the fuse continues to blow, have
your electrical system checked.
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[SV37525(ALL)03/94]
The following chart indicates the colors and
amperage ratings of standard fuses.
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Circuit Breaker
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The climate control systems require high
amperage. If the rated amperage is exceeded, a
protective circuit breaker will open.
[SV37800(ALL)07/93]
If the circuit is broken by the circuit breaker,
turn all heater and air-conditioner switches off
and restore the circuit by pushing the reset
button located in the interior fuse panel. If the
circuit breaks again, have it inspected by your
dealer.
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Reset button for circuit breaker
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Lights and Bulb Replacement
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It is a good idea to check the operation of the
following lights frequently:
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headlamps
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high mount brakelamp
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tail lamps
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brakelamps
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hazard flasher
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turn signals
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side markers
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license plate lamp
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fog lamps
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[SV39800(ALL)01/95]
The alignment of your headlamps should be
checked if:
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oncoming motorists frequently signal you to
turn off your vehicle's high beams when you
do not have the high beams on
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the headlamps do not seem to give you
enough light to see clearly at night
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the headlamp beams are pointed substantially
away from a position slightly down and to
the right
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Headlamp Bulb
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The headlamps on your vehicle use replaceable
bulbs. When the lamp burns out, simply replace
the bulb, rather than the whole lamp.
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RWARNING
Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully
and keep out of children's reach. Grasp
the bulb only by its plastic base and do
not touch the glass. The oil from your
hand could cause the bulb to break the
next time the headlamps are operated.
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[SV40600(ALL)01/95]
Do not remove the burned-out bulb unless you
can immediately replace it with a new one. If a
bulb is removed for an extended period of time,
contaminants may enter the headlamp housing
and affect its performance.
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Removing the headlamp bulb
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1. Make sure that the headlamp knob is in the
OFF position.
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2. Lift the hood and find the bulb in the
headlamp socket.
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3. Remove the electrical connector from the
bulb housing by pushing the locking tabs on
either side and pulling out the connector.
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4. Remove the retaining ring by turning it 1/8
of a turn to free it from the socket. Then
slide the ring off.Keep the ring.You must
use it again to hold the new bulb in place.
[SV41125(ALL)05/93]
5. Remove the rubber boot. Save it because
you'll need it to cover the new bulb.
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6. Release the metal retaining clip that holds
the bulb in place.
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226 [SV41200(ALL)07/93]7. Carefully remove the bulb assembly from its
socket by gently pulling the assembly
rearward without turning.
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Headlamp bulb assembly location
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Headlamp bulb assembly removal
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Installing the headlamp bulb
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1. Insert the glass end of the bulb assembly
into the socket.
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2. Secure the bulb assembly in place with the
metal retaining clip.
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3. Attach the rubber boot over the bulb
assembly.
[SV41700(ALL)05/93]
4. Slip the bulb retaining ring over the boot
and bulb assembly. Lock the ring into the
socket by rotating it clockwise until you feel
a ªstopº.
[SV41800(ALL)05/93]
5. Push the electrical connector into the rear of
the bulb assembly until it locks into position.
[SV41900(ALL)02/95]
6. Turn the headlamps on and make sure they
work properly. If the headlamp was
correctly aligned before you changed the
bulb, you should not need to align it again.
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High-Mount Brakelamp Bulbs
[SV42100(ALL)02/95]
To replace the high-mount brakelamp bulb, refer
to the instructions below or take your vehicle to
your Ford dealer or a qualified technician.
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To remove the high-mount brakelamp:
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1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
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2. Raise the hatchback.
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3. Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove three
attaching screws from the rear wiper motor
cover (if equipped). Lay the cover aside.
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4. Gently pull the hatchback trim panel away
from the hatchback.
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5. Disconnect the luggage compartment lamp
electrical connector (if equipped) and lay the
trim panel aside.
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228 [SV42800(ALL)05/94]6. Rotate the high-mount lamp socket
counterclockwise and remove it from the
housing.
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7. Carefully remove the bulb by gently pulling
it straight from the socket.
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To install a bulb:
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1. Firmly install the replacement bulb into the
socket.
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2. Place the socket assembly in the high-mount
stoplamp housing and turn clockwise to lock
into position.
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3. Position the hatchback trim panel and
connect the luggage compartment lamp
electrical connector (if equipped).
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4. Insert the trim panel retaining clips into the
locating holes in the hatchback and push
each clip firmly into position.
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5. Install the rear wiper motor cover (if
equipped).
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6. Close the hatchback and reconnect the
negative battery cable.
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Bulb Specifications
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Emission Control System
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Your vehicle is equipped with a catalytic
converter which enables your vehicle to comply
with applicable exhaust emission requirements.
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RWARNING
Exhaust leaks may result in the entry of
harmful and potentially lethal fumes into
the passenger compartment. Under
extreme conditions excessive exhaust
temperatures could damage the fuel
system, the interior floor covering, or
other vehicle components, possibly
causing a fire.
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To make sure that the catalytic converter and the
other emission control parts continue to work
properly:
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Use only unleaded fuel.
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Avoid running out of fuel.
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Do not turn off the ignition while your
vehicle is moving, especially at high speeds.
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Have the services listed in yourMaintenance
Schedule and Recordbooklet performed
according to the specified schedule.
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[SV48300(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in
dry grass or other dry ground cover. The
emission system heats up the engine
compartment and exhaust system, which
can start a fire.
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Watch for fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke, loss
of oil pressure, the charge warning light, the
check engine light, or the temperature warning
light. These sometimes indicate that the emission
system is not working properly.
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Do not make any unauthorized changes to your
vehicle or engine. Changes that cause more
unburned fuel to reach the exhaust system can
increase the temperature of the engine or
exhaust system.
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[SV48550(ALL)03/95]
In general, maintenance, replacement, or service
of the emissions control devices or systems in
your new Ford Motor Company vehicle or
engine may be performed at your expense by
any automotive repair establishment or
individual using automotive parts equivalent to
those which your vehicle or engine was
originally equipped.
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[SV48575(ALL)05/95]
If other than Ford or Motorcraft or Ford
authorized remanufactured parts are used for
maintenance, replacement, or for the service of
components affecting emissions control, the
owner should be assured that such parts are
warranted by their manufacturer to be
equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company
parts in performance and durability. Please
consult your warranty information booklet for
complete warranty information.
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[SV48600(ALL)01/95]
By law, anyone who manufactures, repairs,
services, sells, leases, trades vehicles, or
supervises a fleet of vehicles is not permitted to
intentionally remove an emission control device
or prevent it from working. In some of the
United States and in Canada, vehicle owners
may be liable if their emission control device is
removed or is prevented from working.
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