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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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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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RWARNING
On vehicles without original equipment
floor covering or insulation, do not let
passengers ride in your truck in a manner
that allows contact between skin and the
metal floor.
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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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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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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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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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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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Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance
Testing
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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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Vehicle Storage
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Maintenance Tips
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If you plan on storing your vehicle for an
extended period of time (60 days or more), refer
to the following maintenance recommendations
to ensure your vehicle stays in good operating
condition.
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General
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Store all vehicles in a dry, ventilated place.
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Protect from sunlight, if possible.
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If vehicles are stored outside, they require
regular maintenance to protect against rust
and damage.
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Body
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Wash vehicle thoroughly to remove dirt,
grease, oil, tar or mud from exterior surfaces,
rear wheel housing and underside of front
fenders.
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Periodically wash vehicles stored in exposed
locations.
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Touch-up raw or primed metal to prevent
rust.
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Cover chrome and stainless steel parts with a
thick coat of auto wax to prevent
discoloration. Re-wax as necessary when the
vehicle is washed.
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Lubricate all hood, door and trunk lid hinges
and latches with a light grade oil.
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Cover interior soft trim to prevent fading.
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Keep all rubber parts free from oil and
solvents.
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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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374 Index
Lug nuts, tightening sequence...... 249
Lumbar support, seats.......... 134
M
Maintenance schedule and record
(see separate Maintenance Schedule
and Record booklet)........... 3
Maintenance (see Servicing)....... 275
Manual transmission
clutch................ 316
driving................ 182
fluid, checking and adding....... 316
lubricant specifications......... 347
shifting gears............. 183
shift speeds.............. 185
Master cylinder, brakes......... 318
Mileage, calculating fuel economy..... 289
Mirrors
automatic dimming rearview mirror . . 136
dual electric remote control...... 139
rearview............... 135
side view mirrors (manual)...... 137
Motorcraft parts............. 346
N
National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration............ 262
O
Octane rating.............. 284
Odometer................. 87
Off road driving, 4-wheel drive...... 200
Oil filter................ 346
Oil (see Engine oil)........... 290
On-board diagnostic (OBD II) system . . . 341
Order forms, service information..... 267
Overdrive................ 179
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376 Index
Remote entry system
illuminated entry........... 125
locking/unlocking doors........ 122
panic alarm.............. 122
replacement/additional transmitters . . . 124
replacing the batteries......... 123
Restraints, safety (see Safety restraints)
adult.................. 11
child.................. 34
infant................. 34
Roadside assistance........... 255
Roadside emergencies.......... 237
Rotating the tires............ 305
S
Safe driving tips............. 210
Safety belts (see Safety restraints)...... 11
Safety chains, when towing a trailer.... 230
Safety defects, reporting......... 262
Safety information relating to automotive
fuels................. 286
Safety restraints
automatic locking mode (retractor).... 13
center front lap belt........... 19
center rear lap belt........... 19
cleaning the safety belts......... 25
dual locking mode retractors....... 13
extension assembly........... 24
for children............... 34
for infants............... 34
for pregnant women........... 11
lap and shoulder belts.......... 17
maintenance.............. 25
untwisting or unjamming the safety
belt................. 21
warning light and chime......... 78
Safety seats for children, attaching with
tether straps.............. 57
Seats
adjusting the seat, manual....... 128
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378 Index
Steering wheel
horn................. 110
speed controls............ 111
tilting................ 110
Storage compartments
center console............. 140
overhead storage compartment..... 146
Storing your vehicle........... 351
Supplemental air bag readiness light.... 81
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS).... 25
T
Tailgate................. 119
Tail lamps, cleaning............ 99
Temperature control (see Climate control) . . 90
Testing the warning lights......... 64
Tether anchor installation
(see Child restraints).......... 57
Tires
changing............... 241
checking the pressure......... 304
cleaning............... 311
inspection and maintenance...... 304
replacing............... 307
rotating............... 305
snow tires and chains......... 310
spare tire............... 241
storing your vehicle.......... 353
wheel and tire matching........ 310
Towing your vehicle, with a tow truck . . 251
Trailer Towing............. 215
Transmission, fluid, refill capacities.... 344
Transfer case
fluid checking............ 316
lever operated............ 189
touch drive electric shift........ 196
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380 Index
Wheels
cleaning............... 311
inspection and maintenance...... 303
Windows................ 126
power windows, operating....... 127
Windshield washer fluid and wipers
checking and adding fluid....... 301
checking and replacing wiper blades . . 302
operation............... 107
reservoir............... 301
specifications...........301, 347
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