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[SV39500(ALL)01/95]
The alignment of your headlamps should be checked if:
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[SV39600(ALL)01/95]
n
oncoming motorists frequently signal you to turn off your
vehicle's high beams when you do not have the high beams
on
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[SV39700(ALL)01/95]
n
the headlamps do not seem to give you enough light to see
clearly at night
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[SV39800(ALL)01/93]
n
the headlamp beams are not pointed slightly down and to
the right
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[SV39900(ALL)03/95]
Replacing the Headlamp Bulb
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[SV40000(ALL)01/93]
The headlamps on your vehicle use replaceable bulbs. When the
lamp burns out, simply replace the bulb, rather than the whole
lamp.
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[SV40100(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out
of children's reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic
base and do not touch the glass. The oil from your hand
could cause the bulb to break the next time the
headlamps are operated.
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[SV40200(ALL)01/93]
Do not remove the burned out bulb unless you can immediately
replace it with a new one. If a bulb is removed for an extended
period of time, contaminants may enter the headlamp and affect
its performance.
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[SV40300(ALL)03/95]
To remove the headlamp bulb:
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[SV40400(ALL)01/93]1.
Make sure that the engine is off and the headlamp switch on
the instrument panel is in the OFF position.
[SV40500(ALL)11/93]2.
Lift the hood and locate the headlamp bulb installed in the
rear of the headlamp. Remove the electrical connector from
the bulb by pulling the connector away from the bulb
assembly.
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[SV43925(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Exhaust leaks may result in the entry of harmful and
potentially lethal fumes into the passenger compartment.
Under extreme conditions excessive exhaust temperatures
could damage the fuel system, the interior floor covering,
or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire.
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[SV43950(ALL)03/95]
The Scheduled Maintenance Services listed in theMaintenance
Schedule and Recordbooklet are required because they are
considered essential to the life and performance of your vehicle
and to its emissions system.
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[SV44000(ALL)05/95]
Watch for fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke and loss of oil
pressure. Also watch for 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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[SV44100(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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[SV44200(ALL)01/93]
By law, anyone who manufactures, repairs, services, sells, leases
vehicles, 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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[SV44225(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
originally equipped.
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[SV47350(ALL)10/93]
RWARNING
Fuel system components may be damaged by torches and
welding equipment.
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[SV47400(ALL)01/95]
Cooling system
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[SV47500(ALL)01/93]
n
Protect your vehicle against freezing temperatures.
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[SV47600(ALL)01/95]
Battery
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[SV47700(ALL)01/93]
n
Check and recharge the battery as necessary.
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[SV47800(ALL)01/95]
n
Keep connections clean and covered with a light coat of
grease.
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[SV47900(ALL)01/95]
Brakes
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[SV48000(ALL)01/93]
n
Make sure the brakes and parking brake are fully released.
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[SV48100(ALL)01/95]
Tires
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[SV48200(ALL)05/95]
n
Maintain recommended air pressure.
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[SV48300(ALL)01/95]
Miscellaneous
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[SV48400(ALL)01/93]
n
Make sure all linkages, cables, levers and clevis pins under
the vehicle are covered with grease to prevent rust.
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[SV48500(ALL)01/93]
n
Lubricate working parts to prevent corrosion.
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Index
381
A
ABS warning light (see Anti-lock brake system).... 69,88
Accessory position on the ignition............. 55
Additives, engine oil.................. 317
Air bag supplemental restraint system......... 19,40
and child safety seats............... 20,39
description.................... 19,21
disposal....................... 25
driver air bag................... 19,21
indicator light................... 74,85
operation....................... 21
passenger air bag................... 21
proper seating.................... 20
tone generator.................... 25
wearing safety belts.................. 19
Air conditioning, manual heating and
air conditioning system............. 108
Alarm, activating remote personal............ 152
Alcohol, in fuel.................... 312
Aluminum wheels................... 272
Antenna, radio (see Electronic sound system).....128, 195
Antifreeze (see Engine coolant)............. 319
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
description..................... 240
noise........................ 241
see also Brake.................... 240
warning light................... 69,88
Anti-theft lug nuts and key............... 273
Anti-theft system
arming the system.................. 156
description..................... 156
disarming an untriggered system........... 157
disarming a triggered system............. 157
triggering....................156, 157
warning light.................... 104
Assistance (see Customer assistance)........... 283
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Audio system (see Electronic sound system)....... 195
Autolamp system (see Headlamps)........... 123
Autolock (see Keyless entry).............. 154
Automatic transaxle
driving with.................... 235
fluid, adding.................... 337
fluid, checking................... 336
fluid, refill capacities................ 363
fluid, specification.................. 365
B
Backing up...................... 236
Basic vehicle warranty.................. 3
Battery
acid, treating emergencies............261, 325
battery saver.................... 151
charging system warning light........... 72,85
how to service................... 323
jumping a disabled battery.............. 261
maintenance-free.................. 323
proper disposal, recycling.............. 324
when storing your vehicle.............. 368
Brake fluid
brake warning light................ 68,84
checking and adding................ 337
specifications..................338, 365
Brakelamp, bulb replacement.............. 354
Brakes
adjustment..................... 240
anti-lock...................... 240
anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light..... 69,88
applying the brakes................. 243
brake warning light................ 68,84
fluid, checking and adding.............. 337
fluid, specifications...............338, 365
front disc...................... 240
if brakes do not grip well.............. 242
new brake linings................... 4
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Index
Brakes (continued)
noise........................ 242
parking...................... 244
stopping distances.................. 243
trailer....................... 256
when storing your vehicle.............. 368
Brake-shift interlock.................. 236
Break-in period..................... 4
Built-in child seat
cleaning....................... 37
operation....................... 27
Bulbs, replacing
headlamps..................... 352
specifications.................... 358
C
Canada, customer assistance.............. 292
Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP) . . . 292
Capacities for refilling fluids.............. 363
Carbon monoxide in exhaust............... 62
Cargo net....................... 192
Car seats for children (see Child safety seats)....... 39
Cassette tape player
(see Electronic sound system)......213, 225, 228
Catalytic converter................... 359
CD player (see Electronic sound system)......... 201
Chains, tires...................... 333
Changing a tire.................... 267
Charging system warning light............ 72,85
Childproof locks.................... 144
Child safety restraints.................. 25
built-in child seat................... 27
child safety belts................... 38
child safety seats................... 39
Child safety seats
and air bags................... 20,39
attaching with tether straps.............. 50
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Index
Controls (continued)
steering column................... 129
Coolant (see Engine coolant)
drain and flush................... 323
preparing for storage................ 368
proper solution................... 321
refill capacities................... 363
specifications..................320, 365
temperature gauge................ 78,93
Cruise control (see Speed control)............ 137
Cupholder(s)..................... 187
Customer Assistance Center, Ford (U.S.)......... 284
D
Dashboard (see Instrument panel)............ 105
Daytime running light system............. 122
Defrost
rear window.................... 117
windshield..................... 106
Dispute Settlement Board................ 286
Doors........................ 143
door ajar warning light.............. 74,90
lubricant specifications................ 365
Driving under special conditions
bad weather.................... 247
heavy load..................... 248
high speed..................... 246
high water..................... 247
slippery roads................... 247
towing a trailer................... 249
E
Electrical system
operating when the engine is off............ 55
relays....................... 350
Electronic sound system
atenna....................... 128
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Electronic sound system (continued)
radio reception................... 232
tuning the radio..............197, 209, 226
warranty and service information........... 234
Electronic stereo cassette radio
(see Electronic sound system).......... 225
Emergencies, roadside
assistance..................... 283
battery acid spills................261, 325
jump-starting.................... 261
towing....................... 281
Emergency brake (parking brake)............ 244
Emission control system
catalytic converter.................. 359
emissions warranty................. 360
Engine
check engine warning light............ 70,86
does not start..................... 61
fuel injected engine, starting.............. 57
fuel pump shut-off switch............... 61
preparing to start................... 57
service points.................... 305
starting....................... 55
starting after a collision............... 280
storing your vehicle................. 367
Engine block heater................... 60
Engine coolant
checking and adding................ 319
checking hoses................... 323
preparing for storage................ 368
proper solution...............321±322, 337
specifications.................... 365
Engine coolant temperature gauge, description..... 78,93
Engine knocking................... 311
Engine oil
changing oil and oil filter.............. 318
checking and adding................ 317
dipstick...................... 317
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Index
Engine oil (continued)
disposal...................... 318
engine oil pressure warning light.......... 73,89
filter, specifications................. 364
refill capacities................... 363
synthetic oil.................... 317
ªbreak-inº oils.................... 5
viscosity...................... 317
Entry system
illuminated..................... 154
keyless....................... 147
remote....................... 151
Exhaust fumes...................... 62
Extended Service Plan, Ford............... 4
F
Federal Communications Commission.......... 233
Flashers, hazard.................... 135
Flashing the lights................... 130
Flat tire........................ 267
Fluid refill capacities.................. 363
Foglamps....................... 121
Ford Dispute Settlement Board............. 286
Ford Extended Service Plan................ 4
Ford Motor Company of Canada............ 292
Ford of Canada Customer Assistance Centre....... 292
Foreign registration.................. 290
French owner guides, how to obtain............ 3
Fuel
calculating fuel economy............... 314
capacity...................... 363
choosing the right fuel................ 310
filling your vehicle with fuel............. 308
fuel gauge.................... 77,94
improving fuel economy............... 315
low fuel warning light................. 76
octane rating.................... 310
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Index
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
calculating..................... 253
definition...................... 251
H
Hazard flashers.................... 135
Headlamps
autolamp system.................. 123
checking alignment................. 352
cleaning...................... 125
daytime running lights................ 122
flashing...................... 130
high beam..................... 130
replacing bulbs................... 352
turning on and off................. 120
warning chime................... 122
Head restraints.................... 171
Heated mirrors.................... 190
Heating
manual heating and air conditioning system...... 106
rear seat controls.................. 116
High beams, indicator light.............. 75,90
Hitch......................... 255
Hood
latch location.................... 303
lubrication specifications............... 365
release lever.................... 303
Horn......................... 134
Hoses, checking.................... 323
I
Identification Number, Vehicle (VIN).......... 285
Idle, relearning.................... 266
Ignition
positions of the ignition................ 55
removing the key................... 56
Indicator lamp module................. 102
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