belt FORD BRONCO 1988 Service Manual
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RWARNING
A seatback which is folded forward even
a small degree may not lock properly in
the event of a sudden stop or collision.
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Rear Flip Fold Seat
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RWARNING
A seatback which is folded forward even
a small degree may not lock properly in
the event of a sudden stop or collision.
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Rear Flip Fold Seat
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RWARNING
A seatback which is folded forward even
a small degree may not lock properly in
the event of a sudden stop or collision.
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Rear Flip Fold Seat
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To fold the seat forward:
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1. The seat back latch is at the lower rear right
hand side of the seat. Lift the latch handle to
unlock the seat back.
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2. Fold the seat back over the seat cushion
until it locks into place.
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3. Unlock the seat from the floor striker by
lifting the seat latch handle at the center rear
edge of the seat.
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4. Lift the seat and fold forward.
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To remove and reinstall the rear flip-fold
seat:
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1. Remove the torque rod by releasing it from
the right hand floor bracket (by pushing
forward and up).
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2. Remove the pin spring retainers and the pins
from both the floor brackets.
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3. Remove the seat assembly from your Bronco.
Reverse this procedure to install the rear
flip-fold seat.
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NOTE: It is important that you do not damage
the seat belt hardware while removing
or installing the rear flip-fold seat.
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RWARNING
Passengers should not be allowed to ride
in the cargo area. Persons not riding in a
seat with a fastened seat belt are much
more likely to suffer serious injury in FORD BRONCO 1988 Service Manual 217
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RWARNING
Passengers should not be allowed to ride
in the cargo area. Persons not riding in a
seat with a fastened seat belt are much
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RWARNING
Passengers should not be allowed to ride
in the cargo area. Persons not riding in a
seat with a fastened seat belt are much
more likely to suffer serious injury in a
collision. Cargo should always be secured
to prevent it from shifting and causing
damage to the vehicle or harm to
passengers.
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Each additional item of equipment affects how
much cargo a vehicle can carry. If a vehicle is
overloaded, performance will suffer and service
concerns may arise.
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The following is a typical example of a Safety
Compliance Certification Label and an
explanation of how this information should be
used:
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half page art:0020149-C
Safety Compliance Certification Label
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RWARNING
When replacing full size tires, never mix
radial, bias-belted, or bias-type tires. Use
only the tire sizes that are listed on the
tire pressure decal. Make sure tha FORD BRONCO 1988 Service Manual 308
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RWARNING
When replacing full size tires, never mix
radial, bias-belted, or bias-type tires. Use
only the tire sizes that are listed on the
tire pressure decal. Make sure tha](/img/11/57754/w960_57754-304.png)
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RWARNING
When replacing full size tires, never mix
radial, bias-belted, or bias-type tires. Use
only the tire sizes that are listed on the
tire pressure decal. Make sure that all tires
are the same size, speed rating, and
load-carrying capacity. Use only the tire
combinations recommended on the decal.
If you do not follow these precautions,
your vehicle may not drive properly and
safely.
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RWARNING
Make sure that all replacement tires are of
the same size, type, load-carrying capacity,
and tread design (e.g. ªAll Terrainº, etc.),
as originally offered by Ford.
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RWARNING
Do not replace your tires with ªhigh
performanceº tires or larger size tires.
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RWARNING
Failure to follow these precautions may
adversely affect the handling of the
vehicle and make it easier to lose control
and roll over.
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Tires that are larger or smaller than your
vehicle's original tires may also affect the
accuracy of your speedometer.
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Index 363
Index
A
ABS warning light
(see Anti-lock brake system)....... 77
Accessory position on the ignition..... 60
Accessory power source,
power point outlet.......... 148
Additives, engine oil.......... 291
Air bag supplemental restraint system
description............... 25
disposal................ 32
driver air bag............. 25
indicator light............. 81
operation............... 27
proper seating............. 27
service and information labels...... 32
tone generator............. 29
wearing safety belts........... 26
Air conditioning, manual heating and air
conditioning system........... 90
Alarm, activating remote personal.... 122
Alcohol, in fuel............. 285
Ambulance packages........... 5
Antifreeze (see Engine coolant)...... 295
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
description.............. 204
noise................ 205
see also Brake............ 203
warning light.............. 77
Assistance (see Customer assistance) . . . 255
Audio system
(see Electronic sound system)..... 149
Automatic transmission, fluid, refill capacities 344
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic overdrive.... 175
fluid, adding............. 315
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Index 365
Brakes (continued)
trailer................ 231
when storing your vehicle....... 352
Brake-shift interlock.......... 66,178
Break-in period.............. 7
Bulbs, replacing
headlamps.............. 334
high-mount brakelamp........ 336
C
Canada, customer assistance....... 264
Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan
(CAMVAP).............. 265
Capacities for refilling fluids....... 344
Carbon monoxide in exhaust........ 71
Car seats for children
(see Child safety seats)......... 37
Cassette tape player (see Electronic
sound system)..........163, 168
Catalytic converter........... 339
CD player (see Electronic sound system) . 156
Chains, tires.............. 310
Changing a tire............. 241
Charging system gauge.......... 82
Charging system warning light....... 81
Child safety restraints........... 34
child safety belts............ 36
child safety seats............ 37
Child safety seats, attaching with
tether straps.............. 57
Chime
headlamps on............. 84
key in ignition............. 61
safety belt............... 78
Circuit breakers, checking and replacing. . 332
Cleaning your vehicle
CD player and discs......... 160
chrome and aluminum parts....... 9
engine compartment......... 281
exterior................ 8
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366 Index
Cleaning your vehicle (continued)
exterior lamps............. 99
fabric................ 135
headlamps............... 99
instrument panel lens......... 103
interior lamps............. 103
plastic parts.............. 9
polishing................ 8
rustproofing.............. 9
safety belts............... 25
tail lamps............... 99
upholstery and interior trim...... 135
washing................ 8
wheels................ 311
Climate control system
air conditioning............. 90
heating................. 90
heating only system........... 94
Clock................155, 169
Clutch
adjusting............... 316
fluid................. 317
fluid reservoir............ 317
operation while driving........ 182
recommended shift speeds....... 185
shifting the gears........... 183
Cold engine starting............ 65
Compact disc player (see Electronic sound
system)................ 150
Compact disc radio (see Electronic sound
system)................ 150
Compass, electronic........... 142
accuracy............... 143
adjusting............... 143
Compass/temperature display...... 142
Console, description........... 140
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Index 373
L
Lamps
cargo lamps............. 100
checking............... 333
combination cargo and brakelamp . . . 101
courtesy lamps............ 100
daytime running light system...... 99
dome lamps............. 100
flashing the lamps.......... 107
hazard flashers............ 109
headlamps............... 98
high beams............. 106
high-mount brakelamp........ 336
interior lamps............ 100
map lamps.............. 102
replacing bulbs............ 333
trailer................ 231
Lane change indicator (see Turn signal) . . 105
Lap belts................. 19
Lights, warning and indicator
airbag................. 81
anti-lock brakes (ABS).......... 77
brake................. 76
charging system............ 81
check engine.............. 78
four-wheel drive.........191, 197
high beam............... 84
overdrive off............. 177
rear ABS................ 77
safety belt............... 78
testing the warning lights........ 64
Load limits
GAWR................ 214
GVWR................ 214
trailer towing............. 216
Locking hubs
lever operated with automatic..... 191
lever operated with manual...... 194
Lubricant specifications......... 347
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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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Index 377
Seats (continued)
child safety seats............ 37
cleaning upholstery.......... 135
lumbar support............ 134
rear flip fold seat........... 131
seatback release............ 130
Serial number (VIN)............ 5
Service concerns............ 256
Servicing your vehicle, precautions when
servicing............... 276
Shift-lock system........... 66,178
Shift positions (see Gearshift)....... 183
Shoulder and lap belts
(see Safety restraints).......... 17
Shoulder belts (see Safety restraints).... 17
Snowplowing.............. 235
Snow tires and chains.......... 310
Spare tire
changing the tire........... 244
conventional spare.......... 241
finding the spare........... 242
Spark plugs, specifications........ 346
Special driving conditions........ 210
Special notice, utility-type vehicles..... 5
Specification chart, lubricants....... 347
Speed control
accelerating............. 114
canceling a set speed......... 117
resetting............... 114
resuming a set speed......... 117
when towing a trailer......... 232
Speedometer............... 86
Starting your vehicle
preparing to start your vehicle...... 64
starting a cold engine.......... 65
starting after a collision......... 69
starting a warm engine......... 66
Steering, power............. 187
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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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