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[SV49600( ALL)01/95]
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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[SV49700( 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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[SV49900( ALL)01/95]
Do not drive your vehicle if it does not operate
properly. See your dealer if the engine runs on
for more than five seconds after you shut it off
or if it misfires, surges, stalls, or backfires.
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[SV50000( ALL)05/95]
Information about your vehicle's emission
control system is on the Vehicle Emission
Control Information decal located on or near the
engine. This decal identifies engine displacement
and gives some tune-up specifications.
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[SV51456( ALL)05/95]
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance
Testing
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[SV51457( ALL)05/95]
In some localities it may become a legal
requirement to pass an
Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) test of the
On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) II system. If the
vehicle's powertrain system or its battery has
just been serviced, the OBD II system is reset to
a not ready for I/M testing condition. To
prepare for I/M testing, the law specifies a
ªneed for additional mixed city and highway
driving to complete the checkº of the OBD II
system. As soon as all of the OBD II system
checks are successfully completed, the OBD II
system is set to the ready condition. The amount
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[SV57350( ALL)01/95]
Engine
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[SV57400( ALL)01/95]
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Start engine every 15 days. Run at fast idle
until it reaches normal operating temperature.
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[SV57500( ALL)01/95]
q
With your foot on the brake, shift through all
the gears while the engine is running.
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[SV57600( ALL)01/95]
Fuel system
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[SV57700( ALL)07/94]
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Fill fuel tank with high-quality unleaded fuel
until the first automatic shutoff of the fuel
pump nozzle.
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[SV57900( ALL)03/95]
NOTE: During extended periods of vehicle
storage (60 days or more), fuel may
deteriorate due to oxidation. This can
damage rubber and other polymers in
the fuel system and may also clog
small orifices.
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[SV58000( ALL)01/95]
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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[SV58100( ALL)01/95]
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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[SV58200( ALL)01/95]
Cooling system
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[SV58300( ALL)01/95]
q
Protect against freezing temperatures.
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[SV58400( ALL)01/95]
Battery
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[SV58500( ALL)01/95]
q
Check and recharge as necessary.
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[SV58600( ALL)01/95]
q
Keep connections clean and covered with a
light coat of grease.
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[SV58700( ALL)01/95]
Brakes
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[SV58800( ALL)01/95]
q
Make sure brakes and parking brake are fully
released.
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364 Index
Automatic transmission (continued)
fluid, checking............ 314
fluid, specification........... 347
Axle
lubricant specifications......... 347
traction lok............212, 305
B
Backing up............... 178
Basic vehicle warranty........... 4
Battery
acid, treating emergencies.....237, 312
battery saver............. 125
charging system warning light...... 81
how to service............ 311
jumping a disabled battery....... 237
maintenance-free........... 311
proper disposal, recycling....... 312
replacement, specifications....... 346
voltage gauge.............. 82
when storing your vehicle....... 352
Brake fluid
brake warning light........... 76
specifications............. 319
Brakelamp, high-mount brakelamp . . 101, 336
Brakes
adjustment.............. 203
anti-lock............... 204
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light............. 77
applying the brakes.......... 207
brake warning light........... 76
fluid, checking and adding....... 318
fluid, refill capacities......... 344
fluid, specifications.......... 319
front disc............... 203
if brakes do not grip well....... 206
new brake linings............ 7
parking............... 208
stopping distances........... 207
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368 Index
Electrical system (continued)
power point outlet.......... 148
Electronic sound system
radio reception............ 171
tuning the radio.........151, 165
warranty and service information.... 174
Electronic stereo cassette radio
(see Electronic sound system)..... 163
Electronic stereo radio (see Electronic
sound system)............ 163
Emergencies, roadside
assistance............... 255
battery acid spills.........237, 313
jump-starting............. 237
towing................ 251
Emergency brake (parking brake)..... 208
Emission control system, catalytic
converter............... 339
Engine
check engine warning light....... 78
fuel injected engine, starting....... 63
fuel pump shut-off switch........ 69
preparing to start............ 64
service points............. 279
starting............... 59,65
starting after a collision......... 69
storing your vehicle.......... 352
Engine block heater............ 68
Engine coolant
checking and adding......... 295
checking hoses............ 299
disposal...........294, 298, 315
preparing for storage......... 352
proper solution............ 297
recovery reservoir........... 296
refill capacities............ 344
specifications............. 298
Engine coolant temperature gauge,
description............... 85
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Index 371
Gauges, Mechanical
battery voltage gauge.......... 82
charging system gauge......... 82
engine coolant temperature gauge.... 85
engine oil pressure gauge........ 83
fuel gauge............... 84
speedometer.............. 86
tachometer............... 88
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
calculating.............. 221
definition............214, 219
Gearshift
automatic operation.......... 176
manual operation........... 182
positions............... 176
shifting the gears.........176, 183
shift-lock.............. 66,178
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
calculating.............. 221
definition............214, 219
H
Hazard flashers............. 109
Headlamps
checking alignment.......... 333
cleaning................ 99
daytime running lights......... 99
flashing............... 107
high beam.............. 106
replacing bulbs............ 333
turning on and off........... 98
warning chime............. 84
Heating
heating and air conditioning system . . . 90
standard heater system......... 94
High beams, indicator light........ 84
High-mount brakelamp
description.............. 101
replacing the bulb.......... 336
Hitch................. 229
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Index 379
Transmission
automatic operation.......... 176
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic)............ 314
fluid, checking and adding (manual) . . 316
lubricant specifications........ 347
manual operation........... 182
Transmission control switch....... 179
Transmitter (see Remote entry)...... 121
Tune-up specifications (VECI)...... 341
Turn signal, lever............ 105
U
Used engine oil, disposal....294, 298, 315
V
Variable interval wipers......... 107
VECI (Vehicle Emission Control
Information) decal.......... 341
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).... 5
Vehicle loading............. 216
Vehicle storage............. 351
Voltmeter (see Battery voltage gauge).... 82
W
Warm engine, starting........... 66
Warning chimes
key in ignition............. 61
safety belt............... 78
Warning lights, testing........... 64
Warning lights (see Lights)......... 73
Warranties, radio............ 174
Warranty Information Booklet....... 4
Washer fluid, reservoir......... 301
Weight limits (GAWR, GVWR)...... 214
Wheel and tire matching......... 310
Wheel bearings lubricant specifications . . 347
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