washer fluid FORD ASPIRE 1996 1.G Owners Manual

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quarter page art:0032176-BWindshield wiper control lever
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ONE-TOUCH WIPER SWITCH (If equipped) Ð
For one wiping cycle, push the lever away from
you and release it with the lever in the OFF
position. The ignition switch must be in the ON
position for this operation.
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One-touch wiper switch
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Windshield Washer
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To clean the windshield, turn the wiper switch
on and pull the lever toward you. Washer fluid
is sprayed until the lever is released. When the
windshield is clean, turn the wiper switch to
OFF.
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Windshield washer control
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If the washer does not work, check the washer
fluid level and fill it if it is low. SeeServicing
Your Aspirelater in the owner guide. If there is
fluid in the reservoir, consult your nearest
authorized Ford dealer.
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Do not try to clean the windshield when the
washer fluid container is empty or activate the
washers at any time for more than 15 seconds
continuously. This could damage the washer
pump system.
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RWARNING
In freezing weather, the washer solution
may freeze on the windshield and obscure
your vision. Always warm up the
windshield with the defroster before you
use the washer fluid. If you cannot see
through the windshield clearly, it can
increase the risk of being involved in a
collision.
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For information about refilling the washer fluid
or replacing your windshield wiper blades, see
Windshield washer fluid and Wipersin the Index.
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Cleaning the Engine
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A clean engine is more efficient because the
engine is able to cool properly. A build up of
grease and dirt acts as an insulator, keeping the
engine warmer than normal.
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Extreme care must be used if a power washer
is used to clean the engine. The high pressure
fluid could penetrate sealed parts and
assemblies causing damage or malfunctions.
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In order to avoid possible cracking of the
engine block or fuel injection pump, do not
spray a hot engine or injection pump with
cold water.
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The alternator, distributor and air intake must
be covered. Covering these components will
help prevent water damage.
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Never wash or rinse the engine while it is
running. Water getting into the engine may
cause internal damage.
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Filling the Fuel Tank
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Your fuel hatch door is located on the driver's
side. To open the fuel door, simply pull the
hatch open.
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Fuel hatch and fuel cap
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If the engine is cold, the reservoir should be
filled with engine coolant to just above the
LOW mark, and the radiator should be full.
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Engine coolant recovery reservoir
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Adding engine coolant
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Do not put engine coolant in the container
for the windshield washer fluid.
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If sprayed to clean the glass, engine coolant or
antifreeze could make it difficult to see through
the windshield.
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Add engine coolant only to the coolant
reservoir.If the coolant level is low, add to the
reservoir a 50/50 mixture of water and the type
of engine coolant that Ford specifies. You may
add water by itself only in an emergency, but
you should replace it with a 50/50 mixture as
soon as possible. Check the engine coolant again
the next few times you drive your vehicle.
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RWARNING
Never remove the coolant recovery cap
while the engine is running or hot.
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Engine coolant refill procedure
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When the entire engine cooling system is to be
drained and refilled, use the following
procedure:
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1. Remove the radiator cap.
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2. With the engine off and cool, add a 50/50
mixture of recommended engine cooling
system fluid and water until the radiator is
full.
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3. Replace and fully tighten the radiator cap,
then unscrew the cap to the first stop.
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4. Start and idle the engine until the radiator
upper hose is warm (this indicates the
thermostat is open and engine coolant is
flowing through the entire system).
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5. When you are done, stop the engine and
tighten the cap completely.
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Checking hoses
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Check all engine and heater system hoses and
hose connections for deterioration, leaks, and
loose hose clamps as specified in the
maintenance schedule. Repair or replace with
Motorcraft hoses or equivalent as necessary.
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Windshield Washer Fluid and
Wipers
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Washer Fluid
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Check the level of the windshield washer fluid
every time you stop for fuel. The reservoir for
the windshield washer fluid is located in the
engine compartment.
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To check the washer fluid level, place your
finger over the hole in the reservoir cap and pull
out the dipstick.
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two third page art:0032217-CFront windshield washer fluid reservoir
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RWARNING
Do not put windshield washer fluid in the
container for the engine coolant.
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Use specially formulated windshield washer
fluid rather than plain water, because specially
formulated washer fluids contain additives that
dissolve road grime. For safety reasons, washer
fluids containing an appropriate antifreeze such
as methanol should be used in freezing weather
(temperatures below32ÊF [0ÊC]).State or local
regulations on Volatile Organic Compounds
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(VOC's) may restrict use of the most common
antifreeze, methanol. Washer fluids containing
non-methanol antifreeze agents should be used
only if they provide cold weather protection
without damaging the vehicle's paint finish,
wiper blades, and windshield washer system.
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Rear window wiper (If equipped)
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Your Aspire may have a rear wiper/washer
system. The washer fluid reservoir is located in
the right side of the luggage compartment. To
open the reservoir compartment cover, pull out
the knob and pull the door open.
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Rear washer fluid reservoir
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