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[MC17300(ALL)01/96]
If you find that the fluid level is excessively low
Ð below the seam or ridge on the outside of the
plastic reservoir Ð have the brake system
inspected.
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[MC17302(ALL)01/96]
WARNING
Do not let the reservoir for the master
cylinder run dry. This may cause the
brakes to fail.
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[MC17307(ALL)02/96]
Windshield Washer Fluid
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[MC17308(ALL)02/96]
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.
[MC17312(ALL)02/97]
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Front windshield washer fluid reservoir
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[MC17314(ALL)01/96]
WARNING
Do not put windshield washer fluid in the
container for the engine coolant.
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[MC17316(ALL)02/96]
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
(VOCs) 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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[MC17700(ALL)01/96]
Engine Coolant
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[MC17710(ALL)01/96]
Checking the Engine Coolant
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[MC17715(ALL)05/96]
NOTE: Be sure to read and understand
Precautions When Servicing Your
Vehicleat the beginning of this chapter.
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[MC17720(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.
[MC17800(ALL)02/96]
Your vehicle's coolant protects your engine from
overheating in the summer and from freezing in
the winter. Check the level of the coolant at least
once a month. Simply look at the engine coolant
reservoir located in the engine compartment. To
locate the reservoir, see the diagram of your
vehicle's engine underEngine Typein the
Capacities and Specificationschapter.
[MC18000(ALL)01/96]
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If the engine is hot, the reservoir should be
filled with engine coolant to the FULL mark,
and the radiator should be full.
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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.
[MC18400(ALL)01/96]
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Engine coolant recovery reservoir
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[MC18500(ALL)05/96]
Adding Engine Coolant
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[MC18600(ALL)05/96]
WARNING
Do not put engine coolant in the container
for the windshield washer fluid.
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[MC18610(ALL)05/96]
If sprayed to clean the glass, engine coolant or
antifreeze could make it difficult to see through
the windshield.
[MC18650(ALL)04/96]
When the engine is cool, add a 50/50 mixture of
engine coolant and water to the engine coolant
recovery reservoir Ð DO NOT ADD DIRECTLY
TO THE RADIATOR. Add straight water only in
an emergency, but you should replace it with a
50/50 mixture of coolant and distilled water as
soon as possible.
[MC18660(ALL)04/96]
Check the coolant level in the coolant recovery
reservoir the next few times you drive the
vehicle. If necessary, add enough of a 50/50
mixture of coolant and water to bring the liquid
level to the fill line on the reservoir.
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246 Index
Cleaning your vehicle (continued)
exterior lamps............ 193
fabric................ 194
headlamps.............. 193
instrument panel........... 193
instrument panel lens......... 195
interior................ 194
plastic parts............. 193
polishing............... 192
rear windows.............. 41
rustproofing............. 193
safety belts.............. 195
tail lamps.............. 193
upholstery and interior trim...... 194
washing............... 192
waxing................ 192
wheels................ 193
windows................ 41
Climate control system........... 33
Clock................... 27
Clutch................. 114
fluid reservoir............ 152
operation while driving........ 114
recommended shift speeds....... 117
shifting the gears........... 115
Cold engine starting............ 95
Combination lap and shoulder belts . . . 63, 65
Controls, mirrors............. 51
Convenience kit in cargo area...... 132
Coolant (see Engine coolant)....... 155
checking and adding......... 155
drain and flush............ 159
preparing for storage......... 197
temperature gauge........... 17
warnings............... 155
Cooling fan............... 146
Crankcase emission filter......... 199
Customer Assistance Center, Ford (U.S.) . . 213
Customer Assistance Centre,
Ford of Canada..........214, 218
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248 Index
Engine (continued)
fuel injected engine, starting.....93±94
fuel pump shut-off switch....... 100
preparing to start............ 93
starting................. 94
starting after a collision........ 100
storing your vehicle........195, 197
Engine block heater............ 97
Engine coolant............. 155
checking and adding......... 155
checking hoses............ 159
disposal...........146, 152, 162
drain and flush............ 159
preparing for storage......... 197
proper solution........146, 152, 162
recovery reservoir........... 155
temperature gauge........... 17
Engine coolant temperature gauge..... 17
description............... 17
mechanical............... 17
Engine coolant temperature
guage:electronic............. 17
Engine fan............... 146
Engine:idle speed control.......... 96
Engine knocking............. 177
Engine oil............... 149
changing oil and oil filter.....150, 152
checking and adding......... 150
check oil warning light......... 11
dipstick............... 150
disposal...........146, 152, 162
engine oil pressure warning light..... 11
filter, specifications.......... 199
low oil warning light.......... 11
specifications............. 149
synthetic oil............. 149
ªbreak-inº oils............. 5
viscosity............... 149
Exhaust fumes............. 102
Extended Service Plan, Ford........ 4
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