1988 FORD BRONCO exterior

9 %
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[IN08200(BEF )04/95]
Cleaning Chrome and Aluminum Parts
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[IN08300(BEF )04/95]
Wash chrome and aluminum parts with the
same detergent you use to wash the vehicle
body, such as Ford Premium Car Wash
Concentrate. You can use Ford Extra Strength
Tar and Road Oil Remover or equivalent to
clean grease, oil, and tar from chrome-plated
parts, including wheelcovers, aluminum wheels,
bumpers, or anodized aluminum parts.
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[IN08400(BEF )04/95]
Cleaning Plastic Parts
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[IN08500(BEF )04/95]
Some of your vehicle's exterior trim parts are
plastic. Clean with a tar and road oil remover if
necessary. Use a vinyl cleaner for routine
cleaning.
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[IN08600(BEF )04/95]
Do not clean plastic parts with thinners, solvents
or petroleum-based cleaners.
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[IN08700(BEF )04/95]
If you have your vehicle rustproofed, remove
oversprayed rustproofing with a tar and road oil
remover. If rustproofing is not removed from
plastic and rubber parts, it can cause
deterioration.
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[IP13300(B )02/05]
The defroster turns off automatically after
approximately 10 minutes. If the window is not
clear, turn on the defroster again. It will also
automatically shut off any time the engine is
shut off.
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[IP13400(B )03/94]
NOTE: Never use sharp instruments or
window cleaners with abrasives to
clean the inside of your rear window.
If you do, you may damage the heating
elements that are bonded to the inside
of the rear window and cause damage
to the rear window defroster.
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[IP16800(BEF )01/95]
The Interior and Exterior Lights
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[IP16900( ALL)01/95]
Turning On the Exterior Lights
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[IP17000( ALL)02/95]
To turn on your headlamps, parking lamps,
marker lamps, and tail lamps, use the headlamp
switch to the left of the steering column.
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[IP17100( ALL)06/94]
1. Pull the headlamp control knob toward you
to the first position. Parking lamps, tail
lamps and marker lamps are now on.
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[IP17200( ALL)06/94]
2. Pull the headlamp control knob toward you
to the outer position. Headlamps are now on
in addition to the above.
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[IP17250(BEF )02/95]
3. Rotate the knob when it is in an on position
to brighten or dim the instrument panel
lamps. Rotate fully counterclockwise to
operate courtesy and cargo lamps.
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[IP17260(B FM)10/92]
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Headlamp switch
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[IP17400(BEF )05/95]
Cleaning the Exterior Lamps
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[IP17500(BEF )05/95]
Do not use dry paper towel, chemical solvents
or abrasive cleaners to clean the lamps, as these
may cause scratches or crack the lamps.
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[IP17815( ALL)01/95]
Daytime Running Light System
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[IP17820( ALL)03/95]
(Canadian vehicles only)
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[IP17830( ALL)03/95]
The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system turns
the high beam headlamps on, with a reduced
light output, when:
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[IP17835( ALL)03/95]
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The headlamp system is in the OFF position,
and
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[IP17840( ALL)03/95]
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The vehicle is running, and
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[IP17850( ALL)01/95]
q
The vehicle has a fully released parking
brake.
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[SV56000( ALL)01/95]
Vehicle Storage
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[SV56100( ALL)01/95]
Maintenance Tips
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[SV56150( ALL)01/95]
If you plan on storing your vehicle for an
extended period of time (60 days or more), refer
to the following maintenance recommendations
to ensure your vehicle stays in good operating
condition.
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[SV56200( ALL)01/95]
General
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[SV56300( ALL)01/95]
q
Store all vehicles in a dry, ventilated place.
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[SV56400( ALL)01/95]
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Protect from sunlight, if possible.
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[SV56500( ALL)01/95]
q
If vehicles are stored outside, they require
regular maintenance to protect against rust
and damage.
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[SV56600( ALL)01/95]
Body
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[SV56700( ALL)01/95]
q
Wash vehicle thoroughly to remove dirt,
grease, oil, tar or mud from exterior surfaces,
rear wheel housing and underside of front
fenders.
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[SV56800( ALL)01/95]
q
Periodically wash vehicles stored in exposed
locations.
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[SV56900( ALL)01/95]
q
Touch-up raw or primed metal to prevent
rust.
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[SV57000( ALL)01/95]
q
Cover chrome and stainless steel parts with a
thick coat of auto wax to prevent
discoloration. Re-wax as necessary when the
vehicle is washed.
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[SV57100( ALL)04/95]
q
Lubricate all hood, door and trunk lid hinges
and latches with a light grade oil.
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[SV57200( ALL)01/95]
q
Cover interior soft trim to prevent fading.
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[SV57300( ALL)01/95]
q
Keep all rubber parts free from oil and
solvents.
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Rear exterior view
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Index 365
Brakes (continued)
trailer................ 231
when storing your vehicle....... 352
Brake-shift interlock.......... 66,178
Break-in period.............. 7
Bulbs, replacing
headlamps.............. 334
high-mount brakelamp........ 336
C
Canada, customer assistance....... 264
Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan
(CAMVAP).............. 265
Capacities for refilling fluids....... 344
Carbon monoxide in exhaust........ 71
Car seats for children
(see Child safety seats)......... 37
Cassette tape player (see Electronic
sound system)..........163, 168
Catalytic converter........... 339
CD player (see Electronic sound system) . 156
Chains, tires.............. 310
Changing a tire............. 241
Charging system gauge.......... 82
Charging system warning light....... 81
Child safety restraints........... 34
child safety belts............ 36
child safety seats............ 37
Child safety seats, attaching with
tether straps.............. 57
Chime
headlamps on............. 84
key in ignition............. 61
safety belt............... 78
Circuit breakers, checking and replacing. . 332
Cleaning your vehicle
CD player and discs......... 160
chrome and aluminum parts....... 9
engine compartment......... 281
exterior................ 8
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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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