trailer FORD ESCORT 1996 7.G Owners Manual

241 [DR30535(ALL)04/91]
Towing a manual transaxle vehicle behind
another vehicle, such as a Recreational Vehicle
(RV), is allowed only if towed in a forward
direction with the front wheels on the ground.
This is the only way to tow behind an RV with
the wheels on the ground without damage to the
transaxle.
[DR30537(ALL)10/91]
When towing a vehicle with a manual transaxle
without a front wheel dolly, the gear selector
should be in neutral.
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[DR30540(ALL)08/95]
RWARNING
Never use a tow bar that attaches to the
bumper when you tow your vehicle. This
could damage the bumper and cause an
accident.
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[DR30550(ALL)04/95]
Trailer Towing
[DR30575(ALL)06/94]
We do not advise using your vehicle for towing
a trailer.
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[DR31700(ALL)01/95]
Limiting Your Vehicle's Load
[DR31800(ALL)07/93]
The load that you add to your vehicle must not
exceed the maximum load stated on the tire
information decal attached to the face of the
right rear door pillar.
*
[DR31900(ALL)01/95]
To figure the weight of your vehicle's load, add
the weights of:
*
[DR32000(ALL)01/95]
q
the driver and passengers
*
[DR32100(ALL)01/95]
q
luggage and any other items that you put in
your vehicle
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[DR32300(ALL)01/95]
q
the weight of any equipment that has been
added to your vehicle since it was delivered
to your dealer
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[SV29300(ALL)05/95]
Automatic Transaxle Fluid
*
[SV29310(ALL)03/95]
Under normal circumstances, you do not need to
check the fluid level of the transaxle, since your
vehicle does not use up transaxle fluid. Refer to
theMaintenance Schedule and Recordbooklet for
replacement intervals. However, if the transaxle
is not working properly Ð for instance, the
transaxle may slip or shift slowly, or you may
notice some sign of fluid leakage Ð the fluid
level should be checked.
*
[SV29335(ALL)01/95]
NOTE: If the vehicle has been operated for an
extended period at high speeds, driven
in city traffic during hot weather, or
has been pulling a trailer, the vehicle
should be turned off for about 30
minutes to allow the fluid to cool
before checking.
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[SV29340(ALL)02/93]
Checking the Automatic Transaxle Fluid
[SV29345(ALL)03/95]
It is preferable to check the transaxle fluid level
at normal operating temperature after
approximately 20 miles (32 km) of driving.
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[SV29350(ALL)02/95]
With the vehicle on a level surface and the brake
pedal fully applied, start the engine and move
the gearshift selector through all of the gears.
Allow sufficient time for each position to engage.
Securely latch the gearshift selector in the P
(Park) position. Fully set the parking brake and
leave the engine running.
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[SV29370(ALL)01/95]
Wipe off the dipstick cap and pull the dipstick
out. Wipe the indicator end clean. Put the
dipstick back into the filler tube and make sure
it is fully seated. Pull the dipstick out and read
the fluid level.
[SV29392(ALL)12/89]
When checking fluid at the normal operating
temperature, the fluid level should be within the
normal operating temperature marks on the
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Index 375
Customer Assistance Center,
Ford (U.S.).............. 262
Customer Assistance Centre,
Ford of Canada..........262, 267
D
Dashboard (see Instrument panel).... 135
Daytime running light system...... 152
Dipstick
automatic transaxle fluid....... 315
engine oil.............. 295
power steering fluid......... 319
Disabled vehicle (see Towing)...... 257
Doors................. 169
lubricant specifications........ 348
Driving under special conditions
bad weather............. 238
heavy load.............. 240
high water.............. 239
slippery roads............ 238
tips for safe driving.......... 237
towing a trailer............ 241
E
Electrical system
circuit breakers............ 332
fuses................ 320
Electronic radio with cassette
(see Electronic sound system)..... 213
Electronic sound system
antenna............... 157
radio reception............ 220
tuning the radio.........199, 214
warranty and service information . . . 222
Electronic stereo cassette radio
(see Electronic sound system)..... 213
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380 Index
J
Jack
operation............... 251
positioning.............. 251
storage................ 250
Jump-starting your vehicle
attaching cables............ 243
disconnecting cables.......... 248
K
Keys
positions of the ignition........ 105
removing from the ignition...... 107
stuck in lock position.......105, 107
L
Lamps
checking............... 333
daytime running light system..... 152
dome lamps............. 154
hazard flashers............ 162
headlamps.............. 151
instrument panel, dimming...... 153
interior lamps............. 153
replacing bulbs............ 333
Lane change indicator (see Turn signal) . . 159
Lights, warning and indicator
airbag................ 123
anti-lock brakes (ABS)......... 127
charging system............ 121
check engine............. 124
engine oil pressure.......... 128
hazard warning light......... 162
high beam.............. 122
turn signal indicator........127, 159
Load limits
GAWR................ 240
GVWR................ 240
trailer towing............. 241
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Index 385
T
Tachometer............... 133
Tail lamps
bulb replacement........... 333
cleaning............... 153
Temperature control
(see Climate control)......... 137
Tires
changing............... 249
checking the pressure......... 306
cleaning............... 312
inspection and maintenance...... 306
replacing............... 308
rotating............... 307
snow tires and chains......... 311
spare tire.............. 250
storing your vehicle.......... 352
tire grades.............. 308
treadwear............308, 310
wear bands............. 308
wheel and tire matching........ 309
Towing a trailer (see Trailer towing) . . . 241
Towing your vehicle
using wheel dollies.......... 257
with a tow truck........... 257
Trailer towing
calculating maximum trailer weight . . 241
Transaxle
automatic operation.......... 223
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic)............ 315
fluid, refill capacities......... 345
lubricant specifications........ 349
Transaxle control switch......... 226
Trip odometer............. 129
Tune-up specifications (VECI)...... 342
Turn signal
indicator lights..........127, 159
lever................ 159
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