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useful. However, shift back toj(Overdrive)
whenever practical for optimum powertrain
cooling and fuel economy. This can be
accomplished by pushing the transmission
control switch again, to cancel the OVERDRIVE
OFF control and light.
[DR06850(ALL)06/95]
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[DR07100(ALL)01/95]
When to use 2 (Second)
[DR07200(ALL)06/92]
With the gearshift in the 2 (Second) gear
position more engine braking is provided. Use 2
(Second) gear to drive up moderately steep
grades, to start up slippery roads, or to provide
moderate engine braking on downgrades. DO
NOT GO FASTER THAN 55 mph (88 km/h) IN
THIS GEARSHIFT POSITION.
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[DR07400(ALL)01/95]
When to use 1 (Low)
[DR07500(ALL)06/92]
With the gearshift in the 1 (First) gear position
maximum engine braking is provided. This
position provides 1 (First) gear operation only
with no automatic upshifts. To obtain upshifts
the gearshift must be moved out of this position.
Use 1 (First) gear to drive up steep grades, or to
provide maximum engine braking on
downgrades.
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[DR38500(ALL)06/95]
Driving while you tow
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[DR38520(ALL)05/95]
Be especially careful when driving while you
tow a trailer. Never drive faster than 45 mph
(70 km/h) when you tow in hilly country on
hot days. Also, anticipate stops so that you can
brake gradually.
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[DR38540(ALL)01/95]
If you use the speed control while you are
towing on very long, steep grades, the speed
control may shut off.
[DR38600(ALL)08/95]
When towing a trailer in hilly terrain, with a
vehicle equipped with an automatic overdrive
transmission, you may wish to operate in Drive
(by cancelling Overdrive with OVERDRIVE OFF
button) rather than
k(Overdrive). This will
eliminate excessive downshifting and upshifting
to maintain speed. Switch back to Overdrive
whenever practical for optimum powertrain
cooling. This can be accomplished by pushing in
the switch located on the end of the indicator
lever.
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[DR38800(ALL)06/95]
When descending a steep grade with a trailer,
operate in Drive rather than Overdrive. If
additional braking is needed, shift the automatic
transmission gearshift into 2 (Second) gear or 1
(Low).
[DR38925(ALL)08/95]
Servicing your vehicle if you tow
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[DR38950(ALL)08/93]
If you tow a trailer for a long distance, your
vehicle will need to be serviced more frequently
than usual. Refer to theMaintenance Schedule and
Recordbooklet for additional information.
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[DR39600(ALL)11/89]
When turning, drive slightly beyond the normal
turning point so the trailer wheels will clear
curbs or other obstructions.
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[DR39725(ALL)03/95]
When stopped in traffic for long periods of time
in hot weather, place the gearshift selector lever
in P (PARK) to increase the engine idle speed.
This aids in engine cooling and air conditioner
efficiency. If the engine overheats, move the
function selector knob to VENT to stop the
compressor and increase the engine speed for a
short time.
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[DR39800(ALL)05/90]
RWARNING
Do not tow a trailer when using a
temporary spare tire.
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[DR39900(ALL)05/90]
Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a
grade. However, if you must park on a grade,
place wheel chocks under the trailer's wheels as
follows:
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[DR40000(ALL)05/95]
q
Apply the brake pedal and hold.
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[DR40100(ALL)11/89]
q
Have another person place the wheel chocks
under the trailer wheels.
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[DR40200(ALL)08/95]
q
With the chocks in place, release the brake
pedal, making sure the chocks are holding.
[DR40350(ALL)08/95]
q
Apply the parking brake by pressing the
brake pedal down firmly with your right foot
while applying the parking brake with your
right hand.
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[DR40575(ALL)06/95]
q
Shift the gearshift lever into P (Park).
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[RE00910(ALL)07/95]
If the acid touches someone's skin, eyes, or
clothing, immediately flush the area with water
for at least 15 minutes. If someone swallows the
acid, have him or her drink lots of milk or water
first, then Milk of Magnesia, a beaten egg, or
vegetable oil. Call a doctor immediately.
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[RE00950(ALL)06/95]
RWARNING
Do not push-start your vehicle. You could
damage the catalytic converter. For further
information, seeJumper Cablesin the
Index.
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[RE01000(ALL)03/95]
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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[RE01100(ALL)03/95]
Preparing Your Vehicle
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[RE01200(ALL)03/95]
1. Your vehicle has a 12-volt starting system, so
you need to use a 12-volt jumper system.
You will 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 generator set).
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[RE01300(ALL)03/95]
2. Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled
vehicle. You could damage the vehicle's
electrical system.
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[RE01400(ALL)04/95]
3. Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of
the disabled vehicle.Make sure the vehicles
do not touch each other.Set the parking
brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the
engine cooling fan and other moving parts.
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If you must remove the coolant recovery cap,
follow these steps to avoid personal injury
casued by escaping steam or engine coolant:
[SV20200()08/95]
1. Before you remove the cap, turn the engine
off and let it cool.
[SV20225()08/95]
2. When the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth
around the cap and turn it slowly,
counterclockwise to the first stop.
[SV20250()08/95]
3. Step back while the pressure releases.
[SV20275()08/95]
4. When you are sure that all the pressure has
been released, use the cloth to press the cap
down, turn it counterclockwise, and remove
it.
[SV20295()08/95]
UseFord Premium Engine Coolant
E2FZ-19549-AA(in Canada, Motorcraft CXC-8-B)
or an equivalent premium engine coolant that
meets Ford Specification ESE-M97B44-A. Ford
Premium Engine Coolant is an optimized
formula that will protect all metals and rubber
elastomers used in Ford cooling systems for 4
years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km).
[SV20300()08/95]
Do not use alcohol or methanol antifreeze or any
engine coolants mixed with alcohol or methanol
antifreeze. Do not use supplemental coolant
additives in your vehicle. These additives may
harm your engine cooling system.The use of an
improper coolant may void the warranty of
your vehicle's engine cooling system.
[SV20325()08/95]
Recycled engine coolant
[SV20350()08/95]
Ford Motor Company recommends that Ford
and Lincoln-Mercury dealers use recycled engine
coolant produced by Ford-approved processes.
Not all coolant recycling processes produce
coolant which meets Ford specification
ESE-M97B44-A, and use of such coolant may
harm engine and cooling system components.
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288 [SV20375()08/95]Always dispose of used automotive fluids in a
responsible manner. Follow your community's
regulations and standards for recycling and
disposing of automotive fluids.
[SV20400()08/95]
Coolant refill capacity
[SV20425()08/95]
To find out how much fluid your vehicle's
cooling system can hold, seeRefill capacities for
fluidsin the Index.
[SV20450()08/95]
Have your dealer check the engine cooling
system for leaks if you have to add more than a
quart (liter) of engine coolant per month.
[SV20475()08/95]
Severe winter climate
[SV20490()08/95]
If you drive in extremely cold climates (less than
-34ÊF [-36ÊC]), it may benecessary to increase
the coolant concentration above 50%. Refer to
the chart on the coolant container to ensure the
coolant concentration in your vehicle is such that
the coolant will not freeze at the temperature
level in which you drive during winter months.
Never increase the engine coolant concentration
above 60%. Leave a 50/50 mixture of engine
coolant and water in your vehicle year-round in
non-extreme climates.
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[SV20500(ALL)08/95]
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)08/95]
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(ALL)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)05/95]
Proper procedures for flushing the cooling
system can be found in theService Manual.
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[SV21300(ALL)08/95]
Engine coolant refill procedure
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[SV21400(ALL)10/89]
After you have drained the engine cooling
system:
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[SV21500(ALL)01/89]
1. Fill the radiator with a 50/50 mixture of the
specified engine coolant concentrate and
water. Allow several minutes for trapped air
to escape (bubble out) and for engine coolant
to flow through the radiator.
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[SV21900(ALL)03/94]
2. Replace the radiator cap to its fully installed
position, then back off to the first stop. This
will prevent high pressure from building up
in the cooling system during this part of the
fill procedure.
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290 [SV22000(ALL)03/91]3. Turn the heater (temperature and mode
selection) knobs to maximum heat positions
and operate the engine at fast idle
(approximately 2000 RPM) for three to four
minutes.
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[SV22200(ALL)05/95]
4. Shut off the engine and allow the engine to
cool. Cover the radiator cap with a thick
cloth and cautiously remove it. Step back
while the pressure releases.
[SV22300(ALL)05/89]
5. Add the engine coolant mixture to a level
approximately 1 to 1 1/2 inches (38 mm)
below the filler neck seat.
[SV22400(ALL)05/89]
6. Reinstall the radiator cap fully and back off
to the first stop. Once again, turn the engine
at fast idle until the upper radiator hose is
warm and the thermostat is open.
[SV22550(ALL)05/89]
7. Finally, check the radiator and add more
engine coolant if needed, following the
procedures noted above. Reinstall the
radiator cap securely, when finished.
[SV22555(ALL)05/95]
8. If more engine coolant is necessary, remove
the small plug from the top of the engine
coolant recovery reservoir (not the large cap
of the windshield washer reservoir) and add
1.1 quarts (1 liter) of the 50/50 engine
coolant mixture. Replace the plug in its
original position.
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[SV22565(ALL)08/95]
NOTE: Due to air being trapped in the 4.0L
engine cooling system, it is not
unusual to experiencea4to7ounce
(120 to 210 ml) coolant loss up to 7,500
miles (12,000 km) after initial system
fill.
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