FORD ESCORT 1996 7.G Owners Manual

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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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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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Never use a metal exhaust collector when you
service your vehicle. If the metal collector
contacts any of your vehicle's plastic trim or
bumper parts they could melt or deform.
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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
of driving required to reach the ready condition
varies with individual driving patterns. To
complete this requirement in the minimum
amount of time, refer to the OBD II Drive Cycle
defined below. If the vehicle owner cannot or
does not want to do the additional driving
required by law, a service center can perform
this drive cycle as it would any other type of
repair work.
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OBD II Drive Cycle (1.9L Engine only)
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The following steps must be run in the order
shown. If any steps are interrupted, repeat the
preceding step. Any safe driving mode is
acceptable between steps.
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NOTE: Always drive vehicle in a safe manner
according to traffic conditions and obey
all traffic laws.
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The engine must be warmed up and at
operating temperature before proceeding with
the drive modes of the following OBD II Drive
Cycle.
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1. Start the engine. Drive the vehicle or idle in
neutral for 4 minutes.
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2. Idle the vehicle in D (drive) (neutral for
manual transaxles) for 40 seconds.
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3. Accelerate the vehicle to 35 mph (55 km/h)
(manual transaxles upshift from 1st to 3rd
gear) at 1/2 to 3/4 throttle for 10 seconds.
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4. Drive the vehicle with a steady throttle at
35 mph (55 km/h) (manual transaxles use
3rd gear) for 30 seconds.
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5. Idle the vehicle in D (drive) (neutral for
manual transaxles) for 40 seconds.
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6. Continue to drive the vehicle in city traffic at
speeds between 25 and 40 mph
(40-64 km/h) (manual transaxles primarily
use 3rd and 4th gear when possible) for 15
minutes. During the 15 minute drive cycle
the following modes must be achieved:
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a. at least 5 stop and idle modes at 10
seconds each
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b. acceleration from idles at 1/2 to 3/4
throttle position, and
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c. choose 3 different speeds to do 1.5
minute steady state throttle drives.
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7. Accelerate the vehicle up to between 45 and
60 mph (72-97 km/h) (manual transaxles
upshift to 5th gear). This should take
approximately 5 minutes.
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8. Drive vehicle and hold the throttle steady at
the selected speed between 45 and 60 mph
(72-97 km/h) for approximately 5 minutes.
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9. Drive the vehicle for 5 minutes at varying
speeds between 45 and 60 mph
(72-97 km/h).
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10. Bring the vehicle back to idle. Idle in drive
for 40 seconds.
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11. OBD II drive cycle has been completed.
Vehicle can be turned off when convenient.
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Refill Capacities, Motorcraft Parts,
and Lubricant Specifications
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Refill Capacities
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eighteen pica chart:0070028-I
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Motorcraft Parts
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eighteen pica chart:0070094-F[SV42850(ALL)08/95]
If an original 1.9L engine spark plug is removed
for examination, it must be reinstalled in the
same cylinder. Spark plugs in cylinders 1 and 3
have a EG suffix. Spark plugs in cylinders 2 and
4 have a E suffix. If a spark plug needs to be
replaced, use only spark plugs with the service
part number suffix EE as shown on the engine
decal.
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Lubricant Specifications
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thirty-six pica chart:0070036-H
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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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Engine
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Start engine every 15 days. Run at fast idle
until it reaches normal operating temperature.
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With your foot on the brake, shift through all
the gears while the engine is running.
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Fuel system
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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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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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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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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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Cooling system
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Protect against freezing temperatures.
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