battery replacement FORD ASPIRE 1997 1.G Owners Manual
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146vibration, or other indication that your vehicle
may need service. If you do notice something
unusual, see that your vehicle is serviced
promptly.
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[MC01100(ALL)01/96]
Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids,
and service parts that meet Ford Motor
Company specifications. Motorcraft parts are
designed and built to provide the best
performance in your vehicle. Using these parts
for replacement is your assurance that Ford-built
quality stays in your vehicle.
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[MC01200(ALL)05/96]
NOTE: Always dispose of used automotive
fluids in a responsible manner. Follow
your community's standards for
disposing of these types of fluids. Call
your local recycling center to find out
about recycling automotive fluids.
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[MC01600(ALL)01/96]
Precautions When Servicing Your
Vehicle
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[MC01700(ALL)01/96]
Be especially careful when inspecting or
servicing your vehicle. Here are some general
precautions for your safety:
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[MC01800(ALL)01/96]
q
Do not work on a hot engine. The engine
cooling fan may come on unexpectedly.
Always turn the engine off and let it cool.
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[MC01850(ALL)05/96]
WARNING
The cooling fan is automatic and may
come on at any time. Always disconnect
the negative terminal of the battery before
working near the fan.
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[MC01900(ALL)01/96]
q
If you must work with the engine running,
avoid wearing loose clothing or jewelry that
could get caught in moving parts. Take
appropriate precautions with long hair.
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[MC29613(ALL)02/97]
For longer, trouble-free operation, keep the top
of the battery clean and dry. Also, make certain
the battery cables are always tightly fastened to
the battery terminals.
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[MC29614(ALL)02/97]
If you see any corrosion on the battery cables or
terminals, remove the cables from the terminal(s)
and clean with a wire brush. You can neutralize
the acid with a solution of baking soda 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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[MC29616(ALL)01/97]
Battery Replacement
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[MC29620(ALL)02/97]
If your original equipment battery requires
replacement while under warranty, it will be
replaced with a Motorcraft service battery,
identical in design technology. Like the original
equipment battery, it should not require water
addition during its normal life of service;
however, for severe service usage or in high
temperature climates, check your battery
electrolyte level, at least every 24 months or
24,000 miles (40,000 km). Do not overfill the
battery cells.
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[MC29625(ALL)02/97]
NOTE: If your battery has a cover/shield, make
sure it is re-installed after the battery
is replaced.
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[MC29630(ALL)02/97]
If the electrolyte level in your battery gets low,
you ca add plain tap water to the battery, as
long as you do not use hard water (water with a
high mineral or alkali content). If possible,
however, try to only fill the battery cells with
distilled water. If the battery needs water often,
have the charging system checked.
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High-Mount Brakelamp Bulbs
[MC63600(ALL)01/96]
To replace the high-mount brakelamp bulb, refer
to the instructions below or take your vehicle to
your Ford dealer or a qualified technician.
[MC63700(ALL)01/96]
To remove the high-mount brakelamp:
[MC63800(ALL)01/96]
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
[MC63900(ALL)01/96]
2. Raise the hatchback.
[MC64000(ALL)04/96]
3. Gently pull the hatchback trim panel away
from the hatchback.
[MC64100(ALL)04/96]
4. Disconnect the luggage compartment lamp
electrical connector (if equipped) and lay the
trim panel aside.
[MC64200(ALL)04/96]
5. Rotate the high-mount lamp socket
counterclockwise and remove it from the
housing.
[MC64300(ALL)04/96]
6. Carefully remove the bulb by gently pulling
it straight from the socket.
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To install a bulb:
[MC64500(ALL)01/96]
1. Firmly install the replacement bulb into the
socket.
[MC64600(ALL)01/96]
2. Place the socket assembly in the high-mount
stoplamp housing and turn clockwise to lock
into position.
[MC64700(ALL)01/96]
3. Position the hatchback trim panel and
connect the luggage compartment lamp
electrical connector (if equipped).
[MC64800(ALL)01/96]
4. Insert the trim panel retaining clips into the
locating holes in the hatchback and push
each clip firmly into position.
[MC64820(ALL)04/96]
5. Close the hatchback and reconnect the
negative battery cable.
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244 Index
B
Backing up.............112, 116
Basic vehicle warranty........... 3
Battery................. 162
acid, treating emergencies . . . 139, 164±165
charging system warning light...... 11
disconnecting............. 142
how to service............ 162
jumping a disabled battery....... 138
maintenance-free........... 162
proper disposal, recycling....... 164
replacement, specifications....... 199
servicing............... 162
voltage gauge.............. 11
when storing your vehicle....... 197
Brake fluid............... 152
brake warning light........... 9
checking and adding......... 152
description.............. 152
Brakelamp............... 191
bulb replacement........... 191
high-mount brakelamp........ 191
Brakes................. 105
adjustment.............. 105
anti-lock............... 105
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light............. 15
applying the brakes.......... 105
brake warning light........... 9
fluid, checking and adding....... 152
fluid, refill capacities......... 152
front disc............... 105
if brakes do not grip well....... 105
master cylinder............ 152
new brake linings............ 5
noise................. 105
parking............... 108
power braking............ 105
servicing............... 152
when storing your vehicle....... 198
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256 Index
Servicing your vehicle.......... 145
precautions when servicing...... 146
servicing when you tow........ 143
Shift positions (see Gearshift).....111, 115
Shoulder and lap belts
(see Safety restraints)........ 63,65
Shoulder belts (see Safety restraints)..... 65
Side mirrors............... 51
adjusting................ 52
Snow tires and chains.......... 173
Spare tire................ 130
changing the tire.........130, 133
conventional spare.......... 132
finding the spare........... 132
removing the spare tire........ 132
storing the flat tire........132, 136
temporary spare........... 130
Spark plugs, specifications........ 199
Speedometer............... 18
Starting your vehicle
preparing to start your vehicle...... 93
starting a cold engine.......... 95
starting after a collision........ 100
starting a warm engine......... 95
starting your vehicle if the battery
is disabled............. 138
Steering wheel, locking........... 44
Storage compartments........... 54
map pockets.............. 54
Storing your vehicle........... 195
Supplemental air bag readiness light.... 14
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS).... 69
T
Tail lamps
bulb replacement........... 184
cleaning............... 193
Temperature control (see Climate control) . . 33
Tether anchor installation
(see Child restraints).......... 87
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