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[RE01010(ALL)06/95]
If the acid touches someone's skin, eyes, or
clothing, immediately flush the area with water
for at least 15 minutes. If someone swallows the
acid, have him or her drink lots of milk or water
first, then Milk of Magnesia, a beaten egg, or
vegetable oil. Call a doctor immediately.
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[RE01100(ALL)12/89]
RWARNING
Do not push-start your vehicle. You could
damage the catalytic converter. For further
information, seeJumper Cablesin the
Index.
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[RE01200(ALL)03/95]
To avoid damaging your vehicle or your battery,
and to avoid injury to yourself, follow these
directions for preparing your vehicle to
jump-start and connecting the jumper cables in
the order they are given. If in doubt, call for
road service.
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[RE01300(ALL)03/95]
Preparing Your Vehicle
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[RE01400(ALL)03/95]
1. Your vehicle has a 12-volt starting system, so
you need to use a 12-volt jumper system.
You will damage your starting motor,
ignition system, and other electrical parts if
you connect them to a 24-volt power supply
(either two 12-volt batteries in series or a
24-volt generator set).
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[RE01500(ALL)03/95]
2. Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled
vehicle. You could damage the vehicle's
electrical system.
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3. Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of
the disabled vehicle.Make sure the vehicles
do not touch each other.Set the parking
brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the
engine cooling fan and other moving parts.
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3. When both vehicles are running, let them
idle for a few minutes to charge the
discharged battery.
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Removing jumper cables
[RE03300(ALL)01/95]
1.Always remove the jumper cables in
reverse order.Remove the negative (-) end
of the jumper cable from the metallic surface
on the engine or frame of the disabled
vehicle.
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[RE03400(ALL)05/95]
2. Remove the negative (-) cable from the
booster battery.
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[RE03500(ALL)03/95]
3. Remove the positive (+) cable from the
booster battery.
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4. Remove the other end of the positive (+)
cable from the discharged battery.
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[RE03700(ALL)04/95]
After the vehicle is started, let it idle for a while
to let the engine ªrelearnº its idle conditions.
Drive it around for a while with all electrical
accessories turned off to let the battery recharge.
You may need to use a battery charger to fully
recharge the battery.
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[RE03750(ALL)03/95]
If you need to replace your battery, seeBattery
in theServicing Your Vehiclechapter.
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[RE03800(ALL)03/95]
Changing a Tire
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[RE03900(ALL)01/95]
If you get a flat tire while you are driving, do
not apply the brake heavily. Instead, gradually
decrease the speed. Hold the steering wheel
firmly and slowly move to a safe place on the
side of the road. Park on a level spot, turn off
the ignition, set the parking brake, and turn on
the hazard flashers.
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RWARNING
The cooling fan is automatic and may
come on at any time. Always disconnect
the negative terminal of the battery before
working near the fan.
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[SV01900(ALL)03/95]
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If you must work with the engine running,
avoid wearing loose clothing or jewelry that
could get caught in moving parts. Take
appropriate precautions with long hair.
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Do not work on a vehicle in an enclosed
space with the engine running, unless you are
sure you have enough ventilation.
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[SV02100(ALL)01/95]
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Never get under a vehicle while it is
supported by a jack only. If you must work
under a vehicle, use safety stands.
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[SV02200(ALL)01/95]
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Keep all lit cigarettes and other smoking
materials away from the battery and all
fuel-related parts.
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[SV02500(ALL)03/95]
If you disconnect the battery, the engine must
ªrelearnº its idle conditions before your vehicle
will drive properly. To find out how the engine
does this, seeBatteryin this chapter.
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[SV02700(ALL)03/95]
Working with the engine off:
[SV02750(ALL)02/95]
1. Set the parking brake fully and make sure
the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park)
(automatic transaxle) or Neutral (manual
transaxle).
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2. Remove the key from the ignition after you
turn the engine off.
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3. Block the wheels. This will prevent your
vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
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Wiper blade maintenance
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Check the windshield wiper blades at least twice
a year. Also check them whenever they seem
less effective than usual. Such substances as tree
sap and some hot wax treatments used by
commercial car washes reduce the effectiveness
of wiper blades.
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[SV24200(ALL)03/95]
If the blades do not wipe properly, clean both
the windshield and the wiper blades. Use
undiluted windshield washer solution or a mild
detergent. Rinse thoroughly with clear water. Do
not use fuel, kerosene, paint thinner, or other
solvents to clean your wiper blades. These will
damage your blades.
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[SV24300(ALL)02/95]
To make reaching the wiper blades easy, simply
turn the ignition switch to ACC and turn your
wipers on. Wait for them to reach a vertical
position and turn the ignition to OFF. Do not
move the wipers manually. Moving the wipers
manually may damage them.
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[SV24400(ALL)03/01]
Wiper blade replacement
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[SV24500(ALL)01/95]
If the wipers still do not work properly after
you clean them, you may need to replace the
wiper blade assembly. When replacing the wiper
blade assembly always use a Motorcraft part or
equivalent.
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[SV24525(ALL)10/93]
To replace the wiper blades:
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[SV24535(ALL)04/95]
1. Pull the wiper arm away from the
windshield and lock into the service position.
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[SV24550(ALL)03/94]
2. Turn the blade at an angle from the wiper
arm. Push the lock pin with a screwdriver to
release the blade and pull the wiper blade
down toward the windshield to remove it
from the arm.
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To make sure that the catalytic converter and the
other emission control parts continue to work
properly:
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Use only unleaded fuel.
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Avoid running out of fuel.
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[SV48100(ALL)01/95]
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Do not turn off the ignition while your
vehicle is moving, especially at high speeds.
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[SV48150(ALL)01/95]
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Do not push start your vehicle.
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[SV48200(ALL)03/95]
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Have the services listed in yourMaintenance
Schedule and Recordbooklet performed
according to the specified schedule.
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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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[SV48400(ALL)05/95]
Watch for fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke, loss
of oil pressure, the charge warning light, the
check engine light, or the temperature warning
light. These sometimes indicate that the emission
system is not working properly.
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[SV48500(ALL)01/95]
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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[SV48550(ALL)05/95]
In general, maintenance, replacement, or service
of the emission control devices or systems in
your new Ford Motor Company vehicle or
engine may be performed at your expense by
any automotive repair establishment or
individual using automotive parts equivalent to
those with which your vehicle or engine was
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Index 299
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Identification Number, Vehicle (VIN) . . . 193
Idle
relearning.............. 173
speed................. 45
Ignition
positions of the ignition......... 37
removing the key............ 41
Infant seats (see Safety seats)........ 24
Instrument cluster............. 51
mechanical............... 52
Instrument panel
lighting up panel and interior...... 72
location of components......... 63
J
Jack
operation.............. 177
positioning.............. 177
Jump-starting your vehicle
attaching cables............ 171
disconnecting cables.......... 173
K
Keys
positions of the ignition......... 37
removing from the ignition....... 41
stuck in lock position.......... 37
L
Lamps
checking............... 256
daytime running light system...... 78
flashing the lamps........... 81
fog lamps............... 74
hazard flashers............. 81
high beams.............. 80
instrument panel, dimming....... 72
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