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Customer Assistance
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[HS00710(ALL)06/94]
Roadside Assistance
[HS00715(ALL)05/96]
Ford Motor Company has set up a 24-hour, seven-day-a-week
hotline with trained operators that put you in touch with the
help you need if you experience a problem with your vehicle.
This complimentary service is provided to you throughout your
warranty period of 3 years or 36,000 miles (60,000 km),
whichever comes first. To purchase Roadside Assistance
coverages beyond this period (available through Ford Auto Club
in the United States or Ford and Lincoln-Mercury dealers in
Canada), contact your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer.
Additional Roadside Assistance coverage is unavailable in
Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.
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[HS00720(ALL)06/94]
Roadside Assistance will cover the following:
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Mount your spare if you have a flat tire.
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Jump-start your battery if it is dead.
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Unlock your vehicle if you are locked out.
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Bring you fuel if you run out.
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Tow your vehicle if you are stranded. Even non-warranty
related tows, like accidents or getting stuck in mud or snow,
are covered (some exclusions apply, such as impound towing
and repossession).
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[HS00750(ALL)06/94]
How to use Roadside Assistance
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[HS00755(ALL)06/94]
Your Roadside Assistance identification card can be found in the
Owner Guide portfolio in your glove compartment. Complete
the card and place it in your wallet for quick reference.
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[HS00760(ALL)04/95]
To receive roadside assistance in the United States call
1-800-241-FORD (in Canada call 1-800-665-2006).
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[HS00765(ALL)04/95]
Should you need to arrange for roadside assistance yourself,
Ford Motor Company will reimburse the reasonable cost. To
obtain information about reimbursement call 1-800-241-FORD (in
Canada call 1-800-665-2006).
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[SV02250(ALL)09/93]
Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids, and service
parts that meet Ford Motor Company specifications. Motorcraft
parts are designed and built to provide the best performance in
your vehicle. Using these parts for replacement is your
assurance that Ford-built quality stays in your vehicle.
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[SV02260(ALL)09/95]
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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[SV02300(ALL)06/95]
Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
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[SV02400(ALL)06/95]
Be especially careful when inspecting or servicing your vehicle.
Here are some general precautions for your safety:
[SV02450(ALL)07/95]
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Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic cooling fan. It
may come on at any time without warning. To avoid injury,
always disconnect the negative (-) terminal of the battery
before working near the fan.
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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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Never get under a vehicle while it is supported only by a
jack. If you must work under a vehicle, use safety stands.
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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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Cleaning the Wheels
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Wash the wheels with the same detergent you use to wash your
vehicle's body. Do not use acid-based wheel cleaners, steel wool,
abrasives, fuel, or strong detergents. These substances will
damage protective coatings. Use tar and road oil remover to
remove grease and tar.
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[SV29700(ALL)04/95]
If you have whitewall tires that are difficult to clean with
regular detergent, use whitewall tire cleaner. Follow the
directions on the container and rinse the tires with plenty of
clean water.
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[SV29725(ALL)09/95]
NOTE: Before going to a car wash, find out if the brushes are
abrasive.
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[SV29800(ALL)03/95]
Battery
[SV29900(ALL)05/96]
The Motorcraft low-maintenance battery requires periodic
service as detailed below. The low-maintenance battery has
removable vent caps for checking the electrolyte level and for
adding water, if needed. For longer, trouble-free operation, keep
the top of the battery clean and dry. Also, make certain the
battery cables are tightly fastened to the battery terminals.
[SV30000(ALL)05/96]
If you see any corrosion on the battery cables or terminals,
remove the cables from the terminal and clean them both with a
wire brush. You can neutralize the acid with a solution of
baking soda and water. Reinstall the cables when you are done
cleaning them, and apply a small quantity of grease to the top
of each battery terminal to help prevent corrosion.
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[SV30100(ALL)07/95]
Battery replacement
[SV30200(ALL)05/96]
If your original equipment battery requires replacement while
under warranty, it may be replaced by a Motorcraft
low-maintenance battery. The low-maintenance battery has
removable vent caps for checking the electrolyte level and for
adding water, if needed.
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[SV44300(ALL)01/95]
Do not drive your vehicle if it does not operate properly. See
your dealer if the engine runs on for more than five seconds
after you shut it off or if it misfires, surges, stalls, or backfires.
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[SV44400(ALL)11/93]
Information about your vehicle's emissions control system is on
the Vehicle Emission Control Information decal located on or
near the engine. This decal identifies engine displacement and
gives some tune-up specifications.
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Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance Testing
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[SV44410(ALL)07/95]
In some localities it may become a legal requirement to pass an
Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) test of the On-Board Diagnostic
(OBD) II system. If the vehicle's powertrain system or its battery
has just been serviced, the OBD II system is reset to a not ready
for I/M testing condition. To prepare for I/M testing, the law
specifies a ªneed for additional mixed city and highway driving
to complete the checkº of the OBD II system. As soon as all of
the OBD II system checks are successfully completed, the OBD
II system is set to the ready condition. The amount of driving
required to reach the ready condition varies with individual
driving patterns. To complete this requirement in the minimum
amount of time, refer to the OBD II Drive Cycle defined below.
If the vehicle owner cannot or does not want to do the
additional driving required by law, a service center can perform
this drive cycle as it would any other type of repair work.
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[SV44415(ALL)09/95]
OBD II Drive Cycle
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[SV44420(ALL)06/95]
The following steps must be run in the order shown. If any
steps are interrupted, repeat the preceding step. Any safe
driving mode is acceptable between steps.
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[SV44425(ALL)06/95]
Always drive vehicle in safe manner according to traffic
conditions and obey all traffic laws.
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[SV44430(ALL)07/95]
The engine must be warmed up and at operating temperature
before proceeding with the drive modes of the following OBD II
Drive Cycle.
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Engine
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Start the engine every fifteen days. Run it at fast idle until it
reaches normal operating temperature.
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With your foot on the brake, shift the transaxle into all gears
while the engine is running.
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Fuel system
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Fill fuel tank with high-quality unleaded fuel until the first
automatic shutoff of the fuel pump nozzle.
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[SV47100(ALL)09/95]
NOTE: During extended periods of vehicle storage (60 days or
more), fuel may deteriorate due to oxidation. This can
damage rubber and other polymers in the fuel system
and may also clog small orifices.
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Ford Gas Stabilizer should be added whenever actual or
expected storage periods exceed 60 days. Follow the instructions
on the label. The vehicle should then be operated at idle speed
to circulate the additive throughout the fuel system.
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[SV47300(ALL)01/95]
A volatile corrosion inhibitor added to the fuel system will
protect the fuel system's inner surfaces from corrosion. Follow
the instructions packaged with the product.
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Cooling system
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Protect your vehicle against freezing temperatures.
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[SV47600(ALL)01/95]
Battery
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Check and recharge the battery as necessary.
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Keep connections clean and covered with a light coat of
grease.
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Automatic transaxle
driving with.................... 229
fluid, adding..................331, 333
fluid, checking................... 331
fluid, specification.................. 368
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Backing up...................... 230
Battery
acid, treating emergencies............255, 330
charging system warning light............. 73
disconnecting.................... 259
how to service................... 329
proper disposal, recycling.............. 330
servicing...................... 329
voltage gauge.................... 73
when storing your vehicle.............. 370
Brake fluid
brake warning light.................. 69
checking and adding................ 333
description..................... 333
specifications..................334, 368
Brakes
adjustment..................... 234
anti-lock...................... 234
anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light....... 70
applying the brakes................. 237
brake warning light.................. 69
fluid, checking and adding.............. 333
fluid, refill capacities................ 333
fluid, specifications...............334, 368
front disc...................... 234
if brakes do not grip well.............. 236
lubricant specifications................ 368
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Electrical system
circuit breakers................... 346
fuses......................337±338
relays....................... 347
Electronic sound system
antenna...................... 121
radio reception................... 226
tuning the radio.................. 210
warranty and service information........... 228
Emergencies, roadside
assistance..................... 275
battery acid spills................255, 331
fuel........................ 307
towing....................... 273
Emergency brake (parking brake)............ 237
Emission control system
catalytic converter.................. 362
emissions warranty................. 362
Engine
check engine warning light.............. 72
does not start................... 61,63
fuel injected engine, starting.............. 59
fuel pump shut-off switch............... 63
preparing to start................... 59
service points.................... 300
starting....................... 60
starting after a collision............... 273
storing your vehicle................. 369
Engine block heater................... 62
Engine coolant.................... 314
checking and adding................ 314
disposal...................... 296
drain and flush................... 318
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Used engine oil, disposal..............296, 333
V
Variable interval wipers................ 125
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)........277, 283
Vehicle loading, calculating the load.......... 247
Vehicle storage.................... 369
Ventilating your vehicle (see Climate control)....... 91
Viscosity (see Engine oil)................ 310
Voltmeter (see Battery voltage gauge)........... 73
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Warning chimes
headlamps on.................... 77
key in ignition.................... 58
safety belt...................... 70
Warning lights (see Lights)................ 67
Warranties, radio................... 228
Warranty Information Booklet.............. 4
Washer fluid
rear window reservoir................ 319
reservoir...................... 319
windshield..................... 319
Weight limits (GAWR, GVWR)............. 241
Wheel and tire matching................ 325
Wheel bearings lubricant specifications......... 368
Wheel dollies (see Towing)............... 273
Wheels........................ 325
anti-theft lugnuts.................. 267
cleaning...................... 329
inspection and maintenance............. 322
lug nuts...................... 263
replacement.................... 325
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