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[SC04920(ALL)02/95]
Rear Windshield Wipers
(If equipped)
[SC04940(ALL)07/93]
The rear window wiper and washer can be
activated by turning the knob at the end of the
wiper/washer lever.
[SC04960(ALL)02/95]
To turn the rear wiper on, turn the knob up to
the ON position.
[SC04980(ALL)02/95]
To wash the rear window, turn the knob up to
thecposition. When you release it, the
washers will stop.
[SC05010(ALL)02/95]
For a single wash/wipe cycle, turn the knob
down to thedposition.
[SC05050(ALL)05/93]
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Rear windshield wiper/washer controls
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[FV03100(ALL)02/95]
Windows
[FV03250(ALL)03/91]
Operating the Windows
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[FV03300(ALL)07/93]
The side windows on your vehicle can be raised
or lowered manually by turning the hand crank
located on each door.
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[FV03400(ALL)08/91]
NOTE: If you notice buffeting or pulsation
(wind shock) with either side window
open, you should open the opposite
window slightly to reduce the
condition.
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[FV05600(ALL)01/95]
Seats
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[FV05625(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Never adjust the driver's seat or seatback
when the vehicle is moving.
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[FV05650(ALL)06/95]
RWARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury in a
collision, always drive and ride with your
seatback upright and the lap belt snug
and low across the hips.
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[FV05675(ALL)07/95]
RWARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury in a
collision, children should always ride with
the seatback upright.
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one third page art:0032211-AManual side view mirror
[FV19500(ALL)02/95]
Some models come with a convex side view
mirror on the right-hand side. This mirror gives
you a wider view of the lanes on your right and
behind you.
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[FV19600(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
The side view mirror on the right makes
objects appear smaller and farther away
than they actually are.
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[FV21200(ALL)05/95]
Sun Visors
[FV21300(ALL)05/95]
To block bright sunlight shining through your
windshield, simply pull the sun visor down. The
sun visor can also be pivoted to the side
window to block sunlight from that direction.
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[FV24450(ALL)07/93]
Cupholders
[FV24550(ALL)03/94]
Your vehicle has cupholders located just above
the ashtray in the center of the instrument panel.
[FV24570(ALL)03/94]
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Cupholders
[FV24590(ALL)05/93]
NOTE: Do not place heavy objects in the
cupholders.
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[FV24650(ALL)01/95]
Storage Compartments
*
[FV24700(ALL)01/95]
Your vehicle may have several small storage
compartments:
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[FV24800(ALL)09/93]
q
two map pockets on the door panels (if
equipped)
[FV25400(ALL)08/91]
q
a glove compartment (non-locking)
*
[FV25550(ALL)11/91]
q
a storage bin in the center console
*
[FV25600(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Do not put objects on the ledge between
the back seat and the rear window, as
they can become dangerous projectiles and
injure someone.
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![FORD ASPIRE 1996 1.G Owners Manual 186 %
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[SV12300(ALL)07/95]
Comparisons With Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) and Transport
Canada (TC) Fuel Economy Estimates
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[SV12400(ALL)05/95]
EPA fuel economy figures are obtained from
lab FORD ASPIRE 1996 1.G Owners Manual 186 %
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[SV12300(ALL)07/95]
Comparisons With Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) and Transport
Canada (TC) Fuel Economy Estimates
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[SV12400(ALL)05/95]
EPA fuel economy figures are obtained from
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186 %
*
[SV12300(ALL)07/95]
Comparisons With Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) and Transport
Canada (TC) Fuel Economy Estimates
*
[SV12400(ALL)05/95]
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.
%*
[SV12500(ALL)06/95]
Improving Fuel Economy
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[SV12515(ALL)05/95]
Fuel economy is affected by a number of
variables which can reduce efficiency. You can
improve fuel economy by understanding these
variables and minimizing their effect.
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[SV12525(ALL)05/95]
The following decrease fuel economy:
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[SV12550(ALL)05/95]
q
Lack of regular, scheduled maintenance
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[SV12575(ALL)05/95]
q
Excessive speed
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[SV12625(ALL)05/95]
q
Rapid acceleration and excessive speed
*
[SV12650(ALL)05/95]
q
Driving with your foot on the brake
*
[SV12675(ALL)05/95]
q
Sudden stops
*
[SV12725(ALL)05/95]
q
Using speed control in hilly terrain
*
[SV12750(ALL)05/95]
q
Extended use of the A/C, defroster, rear
window defroster and other accessories
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[SV12775(ALL)05/95]
q
Underinflated tires
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[SV12825(ALL)05/95]
q
Heavy loads
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[SV12850(ALL)05/95]
q
Aftermarket add-ons such as bike, ski or
luggage racks, bug deflectors, etc.
[SV13550(ALL)05/95]
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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(VOC's) may restrict use of the most common
antifreeze, methanol. Washer fluids containing
non-methanol antifreeze agents should be used
only if they provide cold weather protection
without damaging the vehicle's paint finish,
wiper blades, and windshield washer system.
[SV23200(ALL)04/95]
Rear window wiper (If equipped)
[SV23300(ALL)07/93]
Your Aspire may have a rear wiper/washer
system. The washer fluid reservoir is located in
the right side of the luggage compartment. To
open the reservoir compartment cover, pull out
the knob and pull the door open.
[SV23400(ALL)07/93]
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Rear washer fluid reservoir
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