fuel pressure FORD ESCORT 1996 7.G Owners Manual

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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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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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[SV05840(ALL)04/95]
Cleaning the Engine
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[SV05850(ALL)04/95]
A clean engine is more efficient because a
buildup of grease and dirt acts as an insulator,
keeping the engine warmer than normal.
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[SV05860(ALL)07/95]
q
Extreme care must be used if a power washer
is used to clean the engine. The high pressure
fluid could penetrate sealed parts and
assemblies causing damage or malfunctions.
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[SV05870(ALL)08/95]
q
In order to avoid possible cracking of the
engine block or fuel injection pump, do not
spray a hot engine or injection pump with
cold water.
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[SV05880(ALL)07/95]
q
The alternator, distributor and air intake must
be covered. Covering these components will
help prevent water damage.
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[SV05890(ALL)04/95]
q
Never wash or rinse the engine while it is
running. Water getting into the engine may
cause internal damage.
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[SV06100(ALL)03/95]
Filling the Fuel Tank
[SV06110(ALL)01/92]
The fuel filler door can be opened by pulling on
the finger hold located on the rear edge of the
fuel filler door.
[SV06235(ALL)07/93]
For your convenience, a fuel filler door location
indicator is included in your instrument cluster.
It indicates which side of your vehicle contains
the fuel filler door.
[SV06275(ALL)08/95]
The fuel filler door is outside the vehicle on the
driver side near the back.
[SV06300(ALL)03/95]
1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position
and remove the key. To remove the fuel cap,
turn it counterclockwise.
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[SV06325(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
If the fuel cap is venting vapor or if you
hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops
before completely removing the cap.
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[SV06350(ALL)05/95]
2. Make sure that you pump unleaded fuel and
put the nozzle all the way inside the fuel
filler pipe.
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[SV06375(ALL)05/95]
3. If you spill any fuel on the body of your
vehicle, clean it off immediately. The fuel
may dull or soften the paint if you do not
wash it off.
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[SV06400(ALL)06/95]
4. Replace the fuel cap tightly when you are
finished. Turn it clockwise until you hear at
least three clicks. The ratcheting mechanism
allows the fuel cap to be sealed without
overtightening.
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[SV06425(ALL)05/95]
5. Push the fuel door closed.
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[SV06440(ALL)07/95]
If you lose the fuel cap, replace it with an
authorized Motorcraft or equivalent part.
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[SV06450(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
If you do not use the proper fuel cap, the
pressure in the fuel tank can damage the
fuel system or cause it to work improperly
in a collision.
[SV06475(ALL)03/95]
NOTE: If you replace your fuel cap with an
aftermarket fuel filler cap, the customer
warranty may be void for any damage
to the tank and/or fuel system.
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[SV23800(ALL)03/95]
Tires
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[SV23900(ALL)03/95]
Look at your tires each time you fill your fuel
tank. If one tire looks lower than the others,
check the pressure in all of them. Always follow
these precautions:
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[SV24200(ALL)03/95]
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Keep your tires inflated to the recommended
pressures.
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[SV24300(ALL)02/95]
q
Stay within the recommended load limits (see
Load limitsin the Index).
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[SV24500(ALL)02/95]
q
Make sure the weight of your load is evenly
distributed.
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[SV24550(ALL)10/89]
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Drive at safe speeds.
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[SV24700(ALL)01/95]
If you do not take these precautions, your tires
may fail or go flat.
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[SV24800(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Driving too fast for conditions creates the
possibility of loss of vehicle control.
Driving at very high speeds for extended
periods of time may result in damage to
vehicle components.
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[SV24925(ALL)05/95]
At least once a month, check the pressure in all
your vehicle's tires, including the spare. Use an
accurate tire pressure gauge. Check the tire
pressure when tires are cold, after the vehicle
has been parked for at least one hour or has
been driven less than 3 miles (5 km). You can
find proper cold pressure and load limits of
recommended size tires on the Safety
Compliance Certification Label.
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376 Index
Emergencies, roadside
assistance............... 259
battery acid spills........... 243
fuel................. 291
jump-starting............. 243
towing................ 257
Emergency brake (parking brake)..... 235
Emission control system
catalytic converter........... 340
emissions warranty......... 4,340
Engine
check engine warning light...... 124
does not start...........111, 113
fuel injected engine, starting...... 108
fuel pump shut-off switch....... 113
preparing to start........... 108
refill capacities............ 345
service points............. 284
starting................ 105
starting after a collision........ 113
storing your vehicle.......... 350
Engine block heater........... 112
Engine coolant
checking and adding......... 297
checking hoses............ 301
disposal...........280, 300, 317
preparing for storage......... 351
recovery reservoir........... 297
refill capacities............ 345
specifications............. 348
temperature gauge.......... 130
Engine coolant temperature gauge
description.............. 130
Engine fan............... 280
Engine oil
checking and adding......... 295
dipstick............... 295
disposal...........280, 300, 317
engine oil pressure warning light.... 128
filter, specifications.......... 347
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