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6. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle
counterclockwise.
[RE10500(ALL)02/95]
7. Remove the jack and fully tighten the wheel
lug bolts in the order shown in the
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6. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle
counterclockwise.
[RE10500(ALL)02/95]
7. Remove the jack and fully tighten the wheel
lug bolts in the order shown in the
illustr](/manual-img/11/4753/w960_4753-148.png)
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6. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle
counterclockwise.
[RE10500(ALL)02/95]
7. Remove the jack and fully tighten the wheel
lug bolts in the order shown in the
illustration under Step 1.
[RE10700(ALL)02/95]
8. Put the tire, jack, retaining tool and wrench
away.
[RE10750(ALL)02/95]
9. Secure the conventional tire where the spare
was stored with the bolt provided.
[RE10850(ALL)02/95]
10. Unblock the wheels.
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[RE12150(ALL)12/91]
If the Engine Cranks but Does
Not Start or Starting After a
Collision
*
[RE12225(ALL)07/95]
If the engine cranks but does not start or if you
have had a collision, the fuel pump shut-off
switch may have been triggered. The shut-off
switch is a device that stops the fuel pump
when your vehicle has been involved in a
substantial jolt.
*
[RE12250(ALL)07/95]
For information on how to check and reset the
fuel pump shut-off switch, seeFuel pump shut-off
switchin the Index.
*
[RE12300(ALL)05/95]
Towing Your Vehicle
[RE12500(ALL)07/95]
If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact
a professional towing service or, if you are a
member, your roadside assistance center.
Suggested towing options include wheel lift
towing or flat bed towing.
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[SV21400(ALL)02/95]
Engine coolant refill procedure
*
[SV21500(ALL)03/95]
When the entire engine cooling system is to be
drained and refilled, use the following
procedure:
*
[SV21600(ALL)01/89]
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[SV21400(ALL)02/95]
Engine coolant refill procedure
*
[SV21500(ALL)03/95]
When the entire engine cooling system is to be
drained and refilled, use the following
procedure:
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195
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[SV21400(ALL)02/95]
Engine coolant refill procedure
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[SV21500(ALL)03/95]
When the entire engine cooling system is to be
drained and refilled, use the following
procedure:
*
[SV21600(ALL)01/89]
1. Remove the radiator cap.
*
[SV21700(ALL)06/89]
2. With the engine off and cool, add a 50/50
mixture of recommended engine cooling
system fluid and water until the radiator is
full.
*
[SV21800(ALL)07/93]
3. Replace and fully tighten the radiator cap,
then unscrew the cap to the first stop.
*
[SV21900(ALL)06/89]
4. Start and idle the engine until the radiator
upper hose is warm (this indicates the
thermostat is open and engine coolant is
flowing through the entire system).
[SV22000(ALL)03/94]
5. When you are done, stop the engine and
tighten the cap completely.
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[SV22100(ALL)11/94]
Checking hoses
*
[SV22200(ALL)01/89]
Check all engine and heater system hoses and
hose connections for deterioration, leaks, and
loose hose clamps as specified in the
maintenance schedule. Repair or replace with
Motorcraft hoses or equivalent as necessary.
*
[SV22300(ALL)03/95]
Windshield Washer Fluid and
Wipers
*
[SV22350(ALL)03/95]
Washer Fluid
*
[SV22500(ALL)01/95]
Check the level of the windshield washer fluid
every time you stop for fuel. The reservoir for
the windshield washer fluid is located in the
engine compartment.
[SV22600(ALL)05/93]
To check the washer fluid level, place your
finger over the hole in the reservoir cap and pull
out the dipstick.
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[SV48930(ALL)07/95]
OBD II Drive Cycle
[SV48932(ALL)07/95]
The following steps must be run in the order
shown. If any steps are interrupted, repeat the
preceding step. Any safe driving mode is
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[SV48930(ALL)07/95]
OBD II Drive Cycle
[SV48932(ALL)07/95]
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shown. If any steps are interrupted, repeat the
preceding step. Any safe driving mode is
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[SV48930(ALL)07/95]
OBD II Drive Cycle
[SV48932(ALL)07/95]
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.
[SV48934(ALL)07/95]
Always drive vehicle in safe manner according
to traffic conditions and obey all traffic laws.
*
[SV48940(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.
*
[SV48950(ALL)07/95]
1. Start the engine. Drive or idle in N (neutral)
the vehicle for 4 minutes.
[SV48960(ALL)07/95]
2. Idle the vehicle in D (drive) or N (neutral)
for manual transaxle for 40 seconds.
*
[SV48970(ALL)07/95]
3. Accelerate the vehicle to 45 mph (70 km/h)
at 1/4 to 1/2 throttle for 10 seconds.
*
[SV48980(ALL)07/95]
4. Drive the vehicle with a steady throttle at
45 mph (70 km/h) for 30 seconds.
*
[SV48990(ALL)07/95]
5. Idle the vehicle in Drive (Neutral for manual
transmissions) for 40 seconds.
*
[SV49000(ALL)07/95]
6. Continue to drive the vehicle in city traffic at
speeds between 25 and 40 mph
(40-60 km/h) for 15 minutes. During the 15
minute drive cycle the following modes must
be achieved:
*
[SV49010(ALL)07/95]
a. at least 5 stop and idle modes at 10
seconds each
*
[SV49020(ALL)07/95]
b. acceleration from idles at 1/4 to 1/2
throttle position, and
*
[SV49030(ALL)07/95]
c. choose 3 different speeds to do 1.5
minute steady state throttle drives.
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