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Fuel pump shut-off switch reset button location
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If you see or smell fuel, do not reset the switch or try to
start your vehicle. Have all the passengers get out of the
vehicle and call the local fire department or a towing
service.
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If your engine cranks, but does not start after a collision:
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Turn the key in the ignition to the OFF position.
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Check under the vehicle for leaking fuel.
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If you do not see or smell fuel, push the fuel pump shut-off
reset button down. If the red button is already set, you may
have a different mechanical or electrical problem.
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Turn the ignition key to the ON position for a few seconds,
then turn it to the OFF position.
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Check under the vehicle again for leaking fuel. If you see or
smell fuel, do not start your vehicle again. If there is no fuel,
you can try to start your vehicle again.
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Check all vehicle warning lights before driving your vehicle.
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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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To prepare your vehicle for jump-starting:
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Use only a 12-volt battery to jump-start your vehicle. Your
vehicle has a 12-volt starting system, so you need to use a
12-volt jumper system. You can 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 motor generator set).
[ER13300(ALL)04/96]2.
Do not disconnect the battery of the vehicle that needs a
jump-start. You could damage the vehicle's electrical system.
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Park the second vehicle close to the hood of your vehicle,
but make sure the vehicles do not touch each other. Set the
parking brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the engine
cooling fan.
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Check the battery terminals and remove any excessive
corrosion before you attach the jumper cables.
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Turn on the heater blower in both vehicles. Turn off all other
switches and lights in both vehicles to prevent possible
damage to either vehicle's electrical systems.
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After you connect the jumper cables to the batteries:
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Make sure that the jumper cables are not in the way of
moving engine parts, then start the vehicle that has the
booster battery. Run the engine at a moderate speed.
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Let the dead battery charge for a few minutes and then start
the vehicle that has the dead battery. If the starter does not
crank, check for good, solid jumper cable clamp attachments.
It may take a couple of tries before your vehicle starts. If
your vehicle does not start after several attempts, you may
have a different mechanical problem.
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When both vehicles are running, let them idle for a few
minutes to charge the dead battery.
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Take the jumper cables off in the following order:
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Remove the negative (s) end of the jumper cable from the
metallic surface in the engine compartment of the vehicle
that needed a jump-start.
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Remove the other end of the negative (s) cable from the
booster battery.
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Remove the positive (+) cable from the booster battery.
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Remove the other end of the positive (+) cable from the
vehicle that needed a jump-start.
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After your vehicle is started, let it idle for a while to let the
engine ªrelearnº its idle conditions and drive it around for a
little 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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Maintenance and Care
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How Ford Makes Servicing Your Vehicle
Easy
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Ford has two goals for servicing your vehicle.
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When we can, we design parts that do not need to be
serviced.
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We want to make servicing your vehicle as easy as possible.
To help you:
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We highlight do-it-yourself items in yellow in your engine
compartment so that you can find them easily.
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When possible, we design parts that can be replaced without
tools.
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We give you aMaintenance Schedulebooklet that makes
tracking routine service for your vehicle easy.
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This chapter tells you about the basic parts that you need to
check and service regularly.
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If you need professional servicing, see the chapter onCustomer
Assistancein this Owner Guide.
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Check yourWarranty InformationBooklet to find out which parts
are covered.
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Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
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Be especially careful when inspecting or servicing your vehicle.
Here are some general precautions for your safety:
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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.
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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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What to Check When You Stop at a Service
Station
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Engine Oil Recommendations
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We recommend using Motorcraft oil or an equivalent oil
meeting Ford Specification WSS-M2C153-F and displaying the
American Petroleum Institute CERTIFICATION MARK on the
front of the container.
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Use only engine oils displaying the American Petroleum
Institute CERTIFICATION MARK on the front of the container:
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The API Certification Mark
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Neveruse:
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ªNon-Detergentº oils
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Oils labeled API SA, SB, SC, SD, SE, SF or SG
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Additional engine oil additives, oil treatments or engine
treatments
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Engine oils with anSAE 5W-30viscosity arePREFERREDfor
your vehicle. They provide the best engine performance, fuel
economy and engine protection for all climates down to-15ÊF
(-26ÊC).
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Synthetic engine oils which are CERTIFIED and of the preferred
viscosity may be used in your engine. The engine oil and oil
filter must still be changed according to the maintenance
schedule.
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Checking and Adding Engine Oil
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Since the proper amount of engine oil is important for safe
engine operation, check the oil using the dipstick each time you
put fuel in your vehicle. Remember the engine must be off, the
oil must be warm and the vehicle must be parked on level
ground.
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Checking the engine oil level:
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Turn the engine off after it has warmed up and allow a few
minutes for the engine oil to drain back into the oil pan.
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Set the parking brake, making sure the gearshift is securely
latched in P (Park).
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Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.
[MC05700(ALL)01/96]4.
Locate the dipstick labelled ªEngine Oilº and carefully pull it
out of the engine.
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Wipe the dipstick clean and put it back into position, making
sure it is fully seated.
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Engine oil dipstick
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Carefully, pull the dipstick out again. If the oil level is below
the ªADD 1 QT.º line, add engine oil as necessary. If the oil
level is beyond the letter ªFº in FULL, engine damage or
high oil consumption may occur and some oil must be
removed from the engine.
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Put the dipstick back in and make sure it is fully seated.
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It may be necessary to add some oil between oil changes. Make
sure you use a CERTIFIED engine oil of the preferred viscosity.
Your vehicle's warranty coverage may not apply if engine
damage is caused by the use of improper engine oil.
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Add engine oil through the oil filler cap highlighted in yellow.
To add oil, remove the filler cap and use a funnel to pour oil
into the opening. Be careful not to overfill the engine. Recheck
the oil level after you finish adding oil.
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Changing the Engine Oil and the Oil Filter
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Refer to theMaintenance Schedulebooklet for additional
information.
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NOTE: Always dispose of used automotive fluids in a
responsible manner. Follow your community's
standards for disposing of these types of fluids. Call
your local recycling center to find out about recycling
automotive fluids.
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Windshield Washer Fluid
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Washer Fluid
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Check the level of the windshield washer fluid every time you
stop for fuel. The reservoir for washer fluid is located on the
front, passenger side of the engine compartment. This reservoir
contains the fluid for both the windshield and liftgate washers.
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Do not put windshield washer fluid in the container for
the engine coolant.
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Windshield washer fill location
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Use specially formulated windshield washer fluid rather than
plain water, because specially formulated washer fluids contain
additives that dissolve road grime. For safety reasons, washer
fluids containing an appropriate antifreeze such as methanol
should be used in freezing weather (temperatures below32ÊF
[0ÊC]). State or local regulations on Volatile Organic Compounds
(VOCs) may restrict use of the most common antifreeze,
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282methanol. 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, and windshield washer system.
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Windshield washer fluid contains methanol which is
poisonous.
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When adding windshield washer solution, be sure to observe all
warnings indicated on the washer solution container.
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Engine Coolant
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Checking the Engine Coolant
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Your vehicle's engine coolant protects the engine from
overheating in the summer and from freezing in the winter.
Check the level of the engine coolant at least once a month, but
preferably each time you stop for fuel. Simply check the coolant
reservoir, located in the engine compartment. The coolant
should stay slightly above the ºFULL COLDª mark.
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Adding Engine Coolant
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Do not put engine coolant in the container for the
windshield washer fluid.
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If sprayed to clean the glass, engine coolant or antifreeze could
make it difficult to see through the windshield.
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Engine coolant recovery reservoir fill location
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Use Ford Premium Cooling System Fluid or an equivalent
engine coolant that meets Ford Specification ESE-M97B44-A. Do
not use alcohol or methanol antifreeze and do not use engine
coolant mixed with alcohol or methanol antifreeze. If you do
not use the proper coolant, the aluminum radiator on your
vehicle will corrode.
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Whenever you remove the radiator cap, make sure that you also
check the condition of the radiator cap rubber seals. Make sure
they are clean and free of any dirt. Rinse off with water, if
necessary. When you replace the radiator cap, make sure the
radiator filler neck seats are clean. Also check that the overflow
hose is not kinked or turned in such a way that prevents an
easy flow.
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