fuel FORD ESCORT 1996 7.G User Guide

129 [LG20175(ALL)02/94]
4. If the oil level is low, add as much oil as
necessary before you drive your vehicle
again. Do not overfill. Do not operate the
engine when the oil pressure light is on,
even if the oil level is correct. For more
information about adding oil, seeAdding
engine oilin the Index.
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[LG20176(ALL)01/95]
Fuel Gauge
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[LG20177(ALL)06/93]
The fuel gauge displays approximately how
much fuel is in the fuel tank only when the
ignition switch is ON.
[LG20178(ALL)06/93]
For proper fuel gauge indication after adding
fuel, the ignition switch should be in the OFF
position while the vehicle is being refueled.
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[LG20179(ALL)06/93]
The fuel gauge indicator may vary slightly when
the vehicle is in motion.
[LG20180(ALL)06/93]
With the ignition switch OFF, the fuel gauge
indicator may drift from the ignition switch ON
position.
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[LG20181(ALL)01/95]
Speedometer
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[LG20182(ALL)01/95]
The speedometer tells you how many miles
(kilometers) per hour your vehicle is moving.
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[LG20183(ALL)01/95]
Odometer
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[LG20184(ALL)01/95]
The odometer tells you the total number of miles
(kilometers) your vehicle has been driven.
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[LG20185(ALL)11/94]
Trip Odometer
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[LG20186(ALL)11/94]
The trip odometer tells you how many miles
(kilometers) your vehicle has been driven since
the last reset. Press the reset button to return the
trip odometer to zero.
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138 [IP00590(ALL)08/95]The A/C system provides maximum cooling,
dehumidifying and better fueling efficiency when
the function selector lever is set to the MAX
A/C position.
[IP00600(ALL)08/95]
The function selector lever controls how the air
is circulated.
[IP00610(ALL)08/95]
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RECIRC position (heating system only) or
MAX A/C (heating and air conditioning
system only) circulates the air from inside the
vehicle through the instrument panel vents.
This position prevents outside air from
entering the vehicle.
[IP00620(ALL)08/95]
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PANEL position directs air through the
instrument panel registers.
[IP00630(ALL)08/95]
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PNL/FLR position directs air through both
the instrument panel registers.
[IP00640(ALL)08/95]
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FLOOR position directs air mainly through
the floor ducts.
[IP00650(ALL)08/95]
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FLR/DEF position directs air through both
the floor ducts and the windshield defroster
outlets.
[IP00660(ALL)08/95]
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V(Defrost) position directs air to the
windshield through the defroster outlets.
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148 [IP07710(ALL)06/94]3. Move the function selector lever to the MAX
A/C position.
[IP07720(ALL)06/94]
When the function selector lever is in the
MAX A/C position, cooled interior air is
recirculated through the system. This
position is more economical than continually
cooling outside air.
[IP08300(ALL)10/93]
4. Set the fan at the desired speed.
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[IP09100(ALL)09/93]
If the inside of your vehicle is very warm,
drive for a few minutes with the windows
down. This forces most of the hot, stale air
out of the vehicle and helps the air
conditioning cool the vehicle faster.
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[IP09300(ALL)07/93]
Cooling your vehicle with outside air
[IP09350(ALL)06/94]
Use any function selector lever position except
for MAX A/C to cool your vehicle with outside
air. Cooling your vehicle in this way brings in
outside air and is quieter but less economical
than using recirculated air.
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[IP09750(ALL)07/93]
To cool your vehicle using outside air:
[IP09800(ALL)08/95]
1. Press the A/C button.
[IP09820(ALL)10/93]
2. Move the function control lever to PANEL
or to the desired position.
[IP09830(ALL)10/93]
3. Move the temperature control lever to the
blue (cool) area.
[IP09840(ALL)10/93]
4. Set the fan at the desired speed.
[IP11100(ALL)07/93]
To ventilate your vehicle with outside air
[IP11150(ALL)07/93]
In mild weather, use the outside, cooler air to
ventilate the vehicle. You will get better fuel
economy by not using the air conditioning.
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186 [FV24975(ALL)08/95]To adjust the driver-side mirror, set the mirror
selection switch to the L position. To adjust the
passenger-side mirror, set the selection switch to
the R position.
[FV25025(ALL)03/91]
After you choose the mirror you want to adjust,
you can move the mirror in any of four
directions. Move the knob in the direction you
would like the mirror to move. After completing
adjustment, move the switch to the center
position to avoid moving the mirror by mistake.
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[FV25700(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
The side view mirror on the right makes
objects appear smaller and farther away
than they actually are.
[FV27280(ALL)06/95]
Do not clean the plastic housing of any rearview
mirror with fuel or other petroleum-based
cleaning products.
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223
Driving Your Escort
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[DR00200(ALL)09/93]
Procedures for driving your vehicle will vary
depending on which type oftransaxleyour
vehicle has. You may be familiar with the term
ªtransmission.º We usetransaxlebecause it is a
more accurate term for vehicles that have
front-wheel drive.
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[DR00300(ALL)07/95]
Your vehicle will have one of the following
types of transaxles:
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[DR00500(ALL)11/94]
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an automatic overdrive transaxle, or
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[DR00600(ALL)11/94]
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a manual transaxle.
[DR00650(ALL)08/95]
Your vehicle is equipped with an Electronic
Engine Control Module that limits engine speeds
with a cut-out mode to promote durability.
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[DR03500(ALL)01/95]
Driving with an Automatic
Overdrive Transaxle
[DR03600(ALL)06/93]
Your automatic overdrive transaxle provides
fully automatic operation in either
k
(Overdrive) or D (Drive). Driving with the shift
selector in
k(Overdrive) gives the best fuel
economy for normal driving conditions. For
manual control, start in L (Low) and then shift
manually.
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226 [DR05045(ALL)06/94]NOTE: You may use the override handle
provided in your Owner Guide
portfolio in place of a screwdriver.
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[DR05050(ALL)03/93]
3. Push and hold the thumb button.
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[DR05060(ALL)09/93]
4. Move the gearshift lever.
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[DR05070(ALL)07/95]
If you need to shift out of P (Park) by using the
alternate procedure described above, it is
possible that a fuse has blown and that your
brakelamps may also not be functional. Please
refer to the chapter titledServicing Your Escortin
this Owner Guide for instructions on checking
and replacing fuses.
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[DR05075(ALL)09/95]
RWARNING
DO NOT DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE UNTIL
YOU VERIFY THAT THE BRAKELAMPS
ARE WORKING.
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[DR05300(ALL)01/95]
Driving
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[DR05400(ALL)04/95]
When to usej(Overdrive)
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[DR05500(ALL)04/95]
j(Overdrive) is the usual driving position for
an automatic overdrive transaxle. It works the
same way D (Drive) works, automatically
upshifting or downshifting as the vehicle speeds
or slows.
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[DR05600(ALL)04/95]
However,j(Overdrive) also shifts into a fourth
gear Ð an overdrive gear Ð when your vehicle
cruises at a consistent speed for any length of
time. This fourth gear will increase your fuel
economy when you travel at cruising speeds.
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[DR05700(ALL)04/95]
j(Overdrive) may not be appropriate for
certain terrain. If the transaxle shifts back and
forth between third and fourth gears while you
are driving on hilly roads or if your vehicle
requires additional power for climbing hills, shift
to D (Drive).
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231 [DR08700(ALL)06/93]
For cruising, you should upshift at the following
speeds:
[DR08800(ALL)06/93]
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Upshift indicator light (If equipped)
[DR09500(ALL)09/93]
After the engine warms up, the upshift light will
come on if you could get better fuel economy by
shifting to the next higher gear. The vehicle will
not be harmed if the transaxle is not shifted
when the light comes on, but the vehicle will
use more fuel.
[DR09600(ALL)09/93]
The shift indicator light can be ignored when
you are downshifting, on steep hills, using the
engine to ºbrakeª the vehicle, or need more
power for a difficult acceleration.
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[DR09700(ALL)05/95]
Downshifting
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[DR09800(ALL)03/95]
When you slow down or climb a steep hill,
always downshift before the engine starts to lose
power. Downshifting reduces the chance of
stalling and gives your vehicle better acceleration
to increase speed again.
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[DR09900(ALL)03/95]
When you drive down steep hills, downshifting
helps you keep a safe speed and helps prevent
unnecessary wear on the brakes.
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[DR18400(ALL)06/95]
RWARNING
Always set the parking brake fully and
make sure that the gearshift is securely
latched in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or
in 1 (First) (manual transaxle).
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[DR18475(ALL)06/95]
RWARNING
Never leave your vehicle unattended
while it is running.
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[DR18600(ALL)03/95]
Always check the Brake Warning Light each
time you start your engine. Driving with the
parking brake on will cause the brakes to wear
out quickly and will reduce the fuel economy.
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[DR18700(ALL)01/93]
RWARNING
If the parking brake is fully released, but
the Brake System light remains on, have
the brakes checked immediately. They
may not be working properly.
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[DR18800(ALL)11/91]
RWARNING
To prevent personal injury, do not release
the parking brake while outside the
vehicle.
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[DR19000(ALL)06/95]
The parking brake is not designed to stop a
moving vehicle, but you can use the parking
brake to stop your vehicle in an emergency if
the normal brakes fail. However, since the
parking brake applies only the rear brakes, the
stopping distance will increase greatly and the
handling of your vehicle will be adversely
affected.
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256 [RE13200(ALL)06/93]
quarter page art:0070177-AAnti-theft lug nut and key
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[RE13300(ALL)03/95]
Removing the anti-theft lug nut
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[RE13500(ALL)03/95]
Insert the key over the locking lug nut. Make
sure that you hold the key square to the lug nut.
If you hold the key on an angle, you may
damage the key and the lug nut.
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[RE13600(ALL)03/95]
Place the lug nut wrench over the lug nut key
and apply pressure on the key with the wrench.
Turn the wrench in a counterclockwise direction
to remove the lug nut.
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[RE13650(ALL)09/95]
Reinstalling the anti-theft lug nut
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[RE13700(ALL)03/95]
Insert the key over the locking lug nut. Place the
lug nut wrench over the lug nut key and, while
applying pressure on the key, install the lug nut.
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[RE15100(ALL)12/91]
If the Engine Cranks but Does
Not Start or Starting After a
Collision
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[RE15150(ALL)07/95]
The Fuel Pump Shut-off Switch
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[RE15200(ALL)07/95]
If the engine cranks but does not start or if you
have had a collision, the fuel pump shut-off
switch may have been triggered. The shut-off
switch is a device that stops the fuel pump
when your vehicle has been involved in a
substantial jolt.
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[RE15250(ALL)07/95]
For information on how to check and reset the
fuel pump shut-off switch, seeFuel pump shut-off
switchin the Index.
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259
Customer Assistance
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[HS00205(ALL)06/94]
Roadside Assistance
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[HS00210(ALL)08/95]
Ford Motor Company has set up a 24-hour,
seven-day-a-week hotline with trained operators
who put you in touch with the help you need if
you experience a problem with your vehicle.
This complimentary service is provided to you
throughout your warranty period of 3 years or
36,000 miles (60,000 km), whichever comes first.
To purchase Roadside Assistance coverages
beyond this period (available through Ford Auto
Club in the United States or Ford and
Lincoln-Mercury dealers in Canada), contact
your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer.
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[HS00215(ALL)06/94]
Roadside Assistance will cover the following:
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[HS00220(ALL)06/94]
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Mount your spare if you have a flat tire.
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[HS00225(ALL)06/94]
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Jump-start your battery if it is dead.
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[HS00230(ALL)06/94]
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Unlock your vehicle if you are locked out.
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[HS00235(ALL)06/94]
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Bring you fuel if you run out.
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[HS00240(ALL)06/94]
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Tow your vehicle if you are stranded. Even
non-warranty related tows, like accidents or
getting stuck in mud or snow, are covered
(some exclusions apply, such as impound
towing and repossession).
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