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[SV02950(BEF )03/95]
Opening the Hood
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[SV03000(B F )12/91]
1. Pull the hood release handle, located next to
the parking brake pedal.
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[SV03050(BEF )12/91]
2. While applying downward pressure on the
hood, push the hood latch handle located
behind the grille near the center front of the
vehicle to the left.
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[SV03150(B F )01/89]
3. As you open the hood to its fullest extent, a
clock spring will assist you and ªsnapº into
position. The clock spring lift secures the
hood at its fullest height.
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[SV03300(BEF )03/91]
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Hood release handle
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[SV06550(BEF )02/91]
Opening the Fuel Filler Door
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[SV06600(BEF )10/94]
To open the fuel filler door of your vehicle, just
insert your finger in the divot and pull the door
open all the way.
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[SV06700( ALL)01/95]
Removing the fuel cap
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[SV06750( ALL)01/95]
The proper instructions for removing the fuel
cap are as follows:
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[SV06800( ALL)03/90]
q
Unscrew the fuel cap by exerting pressure on
the plastic lock bar and rotating the fuel cap
counterclockwise.
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[SV06850( ALL)12/91]
q
Turn the fuel cap 1/2 to 3/4 of a turn until a
hissing sound is heard. Wait until the hissing
sound stops and then continue rotating
counterclockwise to remove the fuel cap.
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[SV06900( ALL)03/93]
q
Make sure that you follow the above fuel cap
removal instructions and use caution. Such
caution will minimize the possibility of fuel
spraying during removal of the fuel cap.
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[SV06950( ALL)03/91]
To replace and secure the fuel cap; place it in
position and rotate it clockwise until it clicks
(ratchets). Doing so will not damage or break
the fuel cap. The ratcheting mechanism allows
the fuel cap to be sealed without overtightening.
[SV06975( ALL)05/95]
If you lose the fuel cap, replace it with an
authorized Motorcraft or equivalent part.
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[SV07000( ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
If you do not use the proper fuel cap, the
pressure in the fuel tank can damage the
fuel system or cause it to work improperly
in a collision.
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[SV10300( ALL)02/95]
Filling the fuel tank
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[SV10400( ALL)04/94]
RWARNING
Do not overfill the fuel tank. The pressure
in an overfilled tank may cause leakage
and lead to fuel spray and fire.
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[SV10500( ALL)01/95]
To fill the fuel tank properly:
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[SV10550( ALL)01/95]
NOTE: Extinguish all lit cigarettes, other
smoking materials, and any open
flames before fueling your vehicle.
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[SV10600( ALL)01/95]
1. Remove the fuel cap by following the
instructions above underRemoving the Fuel
Capin this chapter. Proceed to add fuel to
the tank only if your vehicle is on level
ground.
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[SV10700( ALL)03/95]
2. Make sure that you pump unleaded fuel and
put the nozzle all the way inside the fuel
filler pipe.
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[SV10800( ALL)05/95]
3. If you spill any fuel on the body of your
vehicle, clean it off immediately. The fuel
may dull or soften the paint if you do not
wash it off.
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[SV10900( ALL)05/95]
4. Replace the fuel cap completely when you
are finished. Turn it clockwise 1/4 turn until
it is tight. It will click when it is fully
tightened.
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[SV11300( ALL)05/95]
Running Out of Fuel
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[SV11400( ALL)05/95]
If your vehicle runs out of fuel, try to stop on
level ground away from traffic. Add at least two
gallons (8 liters) of fuel to start your vehicle
again. If your vehicle is not on level ground,
you may need as much as five gallons (20 liters)
of fuel to start it.
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Adding engine coolant
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[SV18400( ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Do not put engine coolant in the container
for the windshield washer fluid.
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[SV18420( ALL)05/95]
If sprayed to clean the glass, engine coolant or
antifreeze could make it difficult to see through
the windshield.
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[SV18500( ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Never remove the coolant recovery cap
while the engine is running or hot.
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[SV18600( ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Follow these steps to minimize risk of
personal injury.
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[SV18700( ALL)03/95]
1. Before you remove the cap, turn the engine
off and let it cool. Even when the engine is
cool, be careful when you remove the
radiator cap.
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[SV18800( ALL)03/95]
2. When the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth
around the cap and turn it slowly
counterclockwise to the first stop.
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[SV18900( ALL)03/95]
3. Step back while the pressure releases.
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[SV19000( ALL)04/95]
4. When you are sure that all the pressure has
been released, use the cloth to press, turn,
and remove cap.
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[SV20151( ALL)01/95]
You may add water by itself only in an
emergency, but you should replace it with a
50/50 or appropriate mixture as soon as
possible.
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[SV20200( ALL)01/95]
Have your dealer check the engine cooling
system for leaks if you have to add a quart
(liter) of engine coolant more than once a month.
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[SV20500( ALL)11/94]
Checking hoses
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[SV20600( ALL)10/89]
Inspect all engine and heater system hoses for
deterioration, leaks and loose clamps before
adding or replacing engine coolant. Make
whatever repairs or replacements that are
necessary using Motorcraft parts or their
equivalents.
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[SV20700( ALL)05/95]
Engine coolant drain and flush
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[SV20800( ALL)10/89]
To drain your vehicle's engine coolant:
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[SV20900( ALL)03/94]
1. Turn off the engine and let it cool. Fully
depressurize the engine cooling system by
covering the radiator cap with a thick cloth
and turning it slowly counterclockwise to the
first stop. Step back while the pressure
releases.
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[SV20950( ALL)05/90]
2. Remove the cap.
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[SV21000(B FM)05/90]
3. Attach a small hose to the drain tube at the
bottom of the radiator.
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[SV21200( ALL)05/90]
4. Let the engine coolant drain into a suitable
container. Disconnect the lower radiator hose
at the radiator connector and drain any
remaining engine coolant into a container.
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[SV21225( ALL)05/94]
5. Reconnect the lower radiator hose and close
the radiator drain cock.
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[SV21250( ALL)10/94]
Proper procedures for flushing the cooling
system can be found in theTruck Service Manual.
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[SV46300(BEF )03/95]
Removing the headlamp bulb
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[SV46400(BEF )01/95]
1. Make sure that the headlamp switch on the
instrument panel is in the OFF position.
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[SV46501(B F )12/91]
2. Lift the hood and behind the headlamp
remove the electrical connector by grasping
the wires and pulling rearward.
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[SV46700(B F )04/95]
3. Remove the bulb retaining ring by turning it
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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[SV46800(B F )04/95]
4. Carefully remove the bulb assembly from its
socket by gently pulling it rearward without
turning.
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[SV46900(BEF )03/95]
Installing the headlamp bulb
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[SV47000(BEF )02/95]
1. With the flat side of the bulb's plastic base
facing upward, insert the glass end of the
bulb into the socket. You may need to turn
the bulb left or right to line up the grooves
in the plastic base with the tabs in the
socket. When the grooves are aligned, push
the bulb into the socket until the plastic base
contacts the rear of the socket.
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[SV47100(BEF )02/95]
2. Slip the bulb retaining ring over the plastic
base until it contacts the rear of the socket.
Lock the ring into the socket by rotating it
clockwise until you feel a ªstopº.
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[SV47200(B F )02/95]
3. Push the electrical connector into the rear of
the plastic base until it snaps, locking it into
position.
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[SV47300(BEF )02/95]
4. Turn the headlamps on and make sure that
they work properly. If the headlamp was
correctly aligned before you changed the
bulb, you should not need to align it again.
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[SV47401(B )02/95]
Map Lamp Bulb (Overhead Console)
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[SV47402(B )03/93]
To remove the lens, pry with a small
screwdriver as shown:
[SV47403(B )03/93]
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[SV47404(B )03/93]
To remove the bulbs, use a screwdriver or coin
to push up and rotate counterclockwise90Ê. The
bulb and bulb holder will then drop out from
the lamp as shown:
[SV47405(B )03/93]
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366 Index
Cleaning your vehicle (continued)
exterior lamps............. 99
fabric................ 135
headlamps............... 99
instrument panel lens......... 103
interior lamps............. 103
plastic parts.............. 9
polishing................ 8
rustproofing.............. 9
safety belts............... 25
tail lamps............... 99
upholstery and interior trim...... 135
washing................ 8
wheels................ 311
Climate control system
air conditioning............. 90
heating................. 90
heating only system........... 94
Clock................155, 169
Clutch
adjusting............... 316
fluid................. 317
fluid reservoir............ 317
operation while driving........ 182
recommended shift speeds....... 185
shifting the gears........... 183
Cold engine starting............ 65
Compact disc player (see Electronic sound
system)................ 150
Compact disc radio (see Electronic sound
system)................ 150
Compass, electronic........... 142
accuracy............... 143
adjusting............... 143
Compass/temperature display...... 142
Console, description........... 140
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