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Maintenance and Care
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[MC37950(ALL)01/96]
Comparisons With Environmental Protection Agency
(EPA) Fuel Economy Estimates
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[MC38000(ALL)05/96]
EPA fuel economy figures are obtained from laboratory tests
under simulated road conditions and may not reflect the actual
conditions you experience or your style of driving. The EPA
fuel economy estimate is not a guarantee that you will achieve
the fuel economy shown.
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[MC38050(ALL)01/96]
The following decrease fuel economy:
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[MC38100(ALL)01/96]
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Lack of regular, scheduled maintenance
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[MC38150(ALL)01/96]
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Rapid acceleration and excessive speed
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[MC38200(ALL)01/96]
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Driving with your foot on the brake
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[MC38250(ALL)01/96]
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Sudden stops
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[MC38300(ALL)01/96]
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Extended engine idling
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[MC38350(ALL)01/96]
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Using speed control in hilly terrain
[MC38400(ALL)01/96]
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Extended use of the A/C, defroster, rear window defroster
and other accessories
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[MC38425(ALL)01/96]
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Underinflated tires
[MC38450(ALL)01/96]
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Heavy loads
[MC38475(ALL)01/96]
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Aftermarket add-ons such as bike, ski or luggage racks, bug
deflectors, etc.
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[MC38500(ALL)01/96]
Emission Control System
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[MC38505(ALL)01/96]
Your vehicle is equipped with a catalytic converter which
enables your vehicle to comply with applicable exhaust emission
requirements.
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[MC38510(ALL)05/96]
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.
[MC38515(ALL)05/96]
Malfunctions in the engine or exhaust system can result in
excessive exhaust system temperatures. Under extreme
conditions (for example, towing a trailer up a steep hill on a
very hot day with a malfunctioning engine or exhaust system),
high exhaust system temperatures could be damaging.
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[MC38525(ALL)01/96]
To make sure that the catalytic converter and the other emission
control parts continue to work properly:
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[MC38530(ALL)01/96]
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Use only unleaded fuel.
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[MC38535(ALL)01/96]
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Avoid running out of fuel.
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[MC38540(ALL)01/96]
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Never turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving,
especially at high speeds.
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[MC38545(ALL)03/96]
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Have the services listed in yourMaintenance Schedulebooklet
performed according to the specified schedule.
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[MC38550(ALL)01/96]
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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Maintenance and Care
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[MC38555(ALL)01/96]
RWARNING
Do not remove the floor carpet in your vehicle. Emission
controls cause high exhaust temperatures under the floor.
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[MC38560(ALL)01/96]
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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[MC38565(ALL)01/96]
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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[MC38570(ALL)01/96
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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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[MC38575(ALL)01/96]
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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[MC38580(ALL)01/96]
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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[MC38585(ALL)01/96]
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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How to Prepare Your Vehicle for
Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
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[MC38595(ALL)05/96]
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 that additional mixed city and highway driving is
required to complete the check of the OBD II system.
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[MC38602(ALL)03/96]
The driving modes required to reach the ready condition consist
of a minimum of 30 minutes of city and highway driving as
described below.
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[MC38607(ALL)03/96]
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20 minutes of driving in stop and go city-type traffic with at
least four idle periods.
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[MC38612(ALL)03/96]
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10 minutes of driving on an expressway or highway.
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[MC38617(ALL)05/96]
Before completing the above driving modes, the engine must be
warmed up and at operating temperature. Once started, the
vehicle must not be turned off during the above driving modes.
If the vehicle owner is unable to meet the I/M requirements by
using these driving patterns, an authorized service center can
perform a detailed OBD II drive cycle as it would any other
type of repair work.
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[MC38700(ALL)03/96]
Lights and Bulb Replacement
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[MC38800(ALL)01/96]
It is a good idea to check the operation of the following lights
frequently:
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[MC38900(ALL)01/96]
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headlamps
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[MC38950(ALL)01/96]
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high-mount brakelamp
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[MC39000(ALL)01/96]
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tail lamps
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[MC39100(ALL)01/96]
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brakelamps
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Removing the headlamp bulb
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[MC40400(ALL)01/96]1.
Make sure that the engine is off and the headlamp switch on
the instrument panel is in the OFF position.
[MC40500(ALL)01/96]2.
Remove the electrical connector from the bulb by pulling the
connector away from the bulb assembly.
[MC40600(ALL)01/96]
13-1/2 pica
art:0040222-B
The headlamp bulb assembly
[MC40700(ALL)01/96]3.
Remove the bulb retaining ring by turning it
counterclockwise 1/8 of a turn to free it from the socket.
Then slide the ring off the plastic base.Keep the ring.You
must use it again to hold the new bulb in place.
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Cleaning the Wheels
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[MC62100(ALL)03/96]
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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[MC62200(ALL)05/96]
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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[MC62300(ALL)03/96]
NOTE: Before going to a car wash, find out if the brushes are
abrasive.
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[MC63000(ALL)01/96]
Cleaning the Engine
[MC63100(ALL)04/96]
A clean engine is more efficient because a buildup of grease and
dirt acts as an insulator, keeping the engine warmer than
normal.
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[MC63200(ALL)01/96]
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Extreme care must be used if a power washer is used to
clean the engine. The high pressure fluid could penetrate
sealed parts and assemblies causing damage or malfunctions.
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[MC63300(ALL)04/96]
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In order to avoid possible cracking of the engine block or
fuel injection pump, do not spray a hot engine or injection
pump with cold water.
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[MC63400(ALL)04/96]
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The alternator, distributor and air intake must be covered.
Covering these components will help prevent water damage.
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[MC63500(ALL)01/96]
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Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running. Water
getting into the engine may cause internal damage.
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Maintenance and Care
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[MC71100(ALL)01/96]
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Lubricate all hood, door and trunk lid hinges and latches
with a light grade oil.
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[MC71200(ALL)01/96]
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Cover interior soft trim to prevent fading.
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[MC71300(ALL)01/96]
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Keep all rubber parts free from oil and solvents.
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Engine
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[MC71500(ALL)01/96]
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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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[MC71600(ALL)01/96]
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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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[MC71700(ALL)01/96
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Fuel system
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[MC71800(ALL)01/96
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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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[MC71900(ALL)01/96]
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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Capacities and Specifications
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[CS47000(ALL)03/96]
Engine Compartment
[CS47100(ALL)03/96]
Your vehicle has a 3.0 liter EFI, V-6 engine. The following
illustration will show a diagram of your engine and where you
can find items that you should service regularly.
[CS47200(ALL)03/96]
fourteen pica
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[CS47300(ALL)03/96]
33-1/2 pica art:0040191-F
The engine compartment
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Customer Assistance
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[HS08400(ALL)05/96]
The CAMVAP program is a straight-forward and relatively
speedy alternative to resolve a disagreement when all other
efforts to produce a settlement have failed. This procedure is
without cost to you and is designed to eliminate the need for
lengthy and expensive legal proceedings.
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[HS08410(ALL)05/96]
In the CAMVAP program, impartial third-party Arbitrators
conduct hearings at mutually convenient times and places in an
informal environment. These impartial Arbitrators review the
positions of the parties, make decisions and, where appropriate,
render awards to resolve disputes. CAMVAP decisions are fast,
fair and final as the arbitrator's award is binding on both you
and Ford of Canada.
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[HS08420(ALL)05/96]
CAMVAP services are available in all territories and provinces,
except Quebec. For more information, without charge or
obligation, call your CAMVAP Provincial Administrator directly
at 1-800-207-0685.
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[HS08430(ALL)05/96]
Getting Help Outside the U.S. and Canada
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[HS08440(ALL)05/96]
Before you export your vehicle to a foreign country, contact the
appropriate foreign embassy or consulate to make sure local
regulations do not prevent you from registering your vehicle.
Officials at the embassy can also help you decide whether you
should import your vehicle to that country.
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[HS08450(ALL)05/96]
Officials at the embassy or consulate can tell you where to get
unleaded fuel. If you cannot get unleaded fuel or can get only
fuel with an anti-knock index that is lower than your vehicle
needs, contact a district or customer assistance center before you
leave the U.S. or Canada.
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[HS08460(ALL)05/96]
Use of leaded fuel in your vehicle without a proper conversion
may damage the effectiveness of your emissions control system
and may cause engine knocking or serious engine damage. Ford
Motor Company is not responsible for any damage that is
caused by use of improper fuel.
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