wiper fluid FORD FOCUS 2006 2.G Owners Manual

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER
Windshield wiper:Move the lever
down for a single wipe.
For intermittent operation, move
control up one position and adjust
the rotary control to the desired
speed.
For normal operation, move control
up two positions.
For high speed operation, move control up three positions.
Mist function:To mist, push and
release the windshield washer
control quickly. The wipers will
cycle two or three times to clear the
windshield.
Windshield washer:To activate
the windshield washer, push the
windshield washer control. Release
control to stop washer fluid spray. The wipers will provide three wipes
after the wash is turned off.
Rear window wiper/washer
(if equipped)
Wiper
Pull the lever towards you for
intermittent wiping.
Washer
Pull the lever further to operate the
washer.
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•2.0L and 2.3L I4 Engines
PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS
Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products are
available from your authorized dealer.
•For routine cleaning, use Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3–A).
•If tar or grease spots are present, use Motorcraft Bug and Tar
Remover (ZC-42).
•For plastic headlamp lenses, use Motorcraft Ultra Clear Spray Glass
Cleaner (ZC-23).
WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES
The windshield, rear and side windows and the wiper blades should be
cleaned regularly. If the wipers do not wipe properly, substances on the
vehicle’s glass or the wiper blades may be the cause. These may include
hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes, water repellant
coatings, tree sap, or other organic contamination; these contaminants
may cause squeaking or chatter noise from the blades, and streaking and
smearing of the windshield. To clean these items, follow these tips:
•The windshield, rear windows and side windows may be cleaned with
a non-abrasive cleaner such as Motorcraft Ultra-Clear Spray Glass
Cleaner (ZC-23), available from your authorized dealer.
•The wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol or
Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate (ZC-32–A),
available from your authorized dealer. This washer fluid contains
special solution in addition to alcohol which helps to remove the hot
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WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID
Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the
level is low. In very cold weather, do
not fill the reservoir completely.
Only use a washer fluid that meets
Ford specification WSB-M8B16–A2.
Do not use any special washer fluid
such as windshield water repellent
type fluid or bug wash. They may
cause squeaking, chatter noise,
streaking and smearing. Refer to
Lubricant specificationsin this
chapter.
State or local regulations on volatile organic compounds may restrict the
use of methanol, a common windshield washer antifreeze additive.
Washer fluids containing non-methanol antifreeze agents should be used
only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging the
vehicle’s paint finish, wiper blades or washer system.
If you operate your vehicle in temperatures below 40° F (4.5°C),
use washer fluid with antifreeze protection. Failure to use
washer fluid with antifreeze protection in cold weather could result in
impaired windshield vision and increase the risk of injury or accident.
Note:Do not put washer fluid in the engine coolant reservoir. Washer
fluid placed in the cooling system may harm engine and cooling system
components.
CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES
1. Pull the wiper blade and arm
away from the glass. Turn the blade
at a right angle to the arm. Push the
lock tab (A) to release the blade
from the arm loop and pull the
blade down toward the windshield
to remove it from the arm.
2. Attach the new blade to the arm
loop and pull it into place until a
click is heard.
Replace wiper blades at least once per year for optimum performance.
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A
Air cleaner filter .......................203
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ..............................82–83, 91
and child safety seats ..............84
description ..........................83, 91
disposal ......................................93
driver airbag ........................84, 92
indicator light ...........................91
operation .............................84, 92
passenger airbag .................84, 92
side airbag .................................91
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................184
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................133
Anti-theft system ........................62
arming the system ....................62
disarming a triggered system ..62
Audio system (see Radio) ...16, 20
Automatic transaxle
fluid, adding ............................201
fluid, checking ........................201
fluid, specification ..................208
Automatic transmission ............135
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................137
fluid, refill capacities ..............205
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........207
refill capacities ........................205
B
Battery .......................................182
acid, treating emergencies .....182
jumping a disabled battery ....157
maintenance-free ....................182
replacement, specifications ...203servicing ..................................182
BeltMinder ...................................78
Brakes ................................132–133
anti-lock ...................................133
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................133
fluid, checking and adding ....201
fluid, refill capacities ..............205
fluid, specifications .........207–208
lubricant specifications ..207–208
parking ....................................133
shift interlock ..........................135
Break-in period .............................5
Bulbs ............................................32
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....205
Cargo cover .................................49
Cell phone use ..............................7
Child safety restraints ................95
child safety belts ......................95
Child safety seats ........................98
attaching with tether straps ..102
in front seat ..............................99
in rear seat ................................99
LATCH .....................................104
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............171
instrument panel ....................173
interior .....................................173
plastic parts ............................172
washing ....................................170
waxing .....................................170
wheels ......................................171
wiper blades ............................172
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......25–26
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Spark plugs,
specifications .....................203, 208
Specification chart,
lubricants ...........................207–208
Speed control ..............................44
Starting your vehicle ........129–131
jump starting ..........................157
Steering wheel
controls ......................................47
tilting .........................................40
Sunroof (moonroof) ...................47
T
Temperature control
(see Climate control) .................25
Tilt steering wheel ......................40
Tires ...................................106–107
alignment ................................112
care ..........................................110
changing ..................................153
checking the pressure ............110
inspecting and inflating .........108
label .........................................119
replacing ..................................114
rotating ....................................113
safety practices .......................112
sidewall information ...............114
snow tires and chains ............120
spare tire .................................151
terminology .............................107
tire grades ...............................107
treadwear ........................106, 111
Towing .......................................125
recreational towing .................128
trailer towing ..........................125
wrecker ....................................162
Traction control ........................134Transaxle
lubricant specifications ..........208
Transmission
automatic operation ...............135
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....135
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................201
fluid, checking and adding
(manual) .................................203
fluid, refill capacities ..............205
lubricant specifications ..........207
manual operation ....................139
Trunk ...........................................54
remote release ..........................58
Turn signal ..................................31
V
Vehicle dimensions ...................208
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................212
Vehicle loading ..........................121
Ventilating your vehicle ...........132
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......10
Washer fluid ..............................179
Water, Driving through .............141
Windows
power .........................................42
rear wiper/washer .....................39
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers
checking and adding fluid .....179
operation ...................................39
replacing wiper blades ...........179
Wrecker towing .........................162
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