1996 FORD ASPIRE brake

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
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.
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[SV12500(ALL)06/95]
Improving Fuel Economy
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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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The following decrease fuel economy:
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Lack of regular, scheduled maintenance
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Excessive speed
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Rapid acceleration and excessive speed
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Driving with your foot on the brake
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Sudden stops
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Using speed control in hilly terrain
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Extended use of the A/C, defroster, rear
window defroster and other accessories
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Underinflated tires
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Heavy loads
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Aftermarket add-ons such as bike, ski or
luggage racks, bug deflectors, etc.
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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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Checking and Adding Engine Oil
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[SV13800(ALL)03/95]
Since the proper amount of engine oil is
important for safe engine operation, check the oil
using the dipstick each time you put fuel in
your vehicle. Remember the engine must be off,
the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be
parked on level ground.
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[SV13900(ALL)04/95]
Checking the engine oil level:
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1. Turn the engine off after it has warmed up
and allow a few minutes for the engine oil
to drain back into the oil pan.
[SV14050(ALL)04/95]
2. Set the parking brake fully and make sure
the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park)
or 1 (First).
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[SV14100(ALL)02/95]
3. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine
heat.
[SV14200(ALL)03/95]
4. Locate the dipstick (highlighted in yellow)
and carefully pull it out of the engine.
[SV14300(ALL)05/93]
5. Wipe the dipstick clean and put it back into
position, making sure it is fully seated.
[SV14400(ALL)07/93]
quarter page art:0032227-B
Engine oil dipstick
[SV14500(ALL)02/95]
6. Carefully pull the dipstick out again. If the
oil level is at or below the ªLº line, add
engine oil as necessary. If the oil level is
beyond the letter ªFº, engine damage or
high oil consumption may occur and some
oil must be removed from the engine.
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210 [SV29850(ALL)02/95]Checking the Automatic Transaxle Fluid
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With the vehicle on a level surface and the brake
pedal fully applied, start the engine and move
the gearshift selector through all of the gears.
Allow sufficient time for each position to engage.
Securely latch the gearshift selector in the P
(Park) position. Fully set the parking brake and
leave the engine running.
[SV29925(ALL)03/94]
Pull the dipstick out and wipe the indicator end
clean. Put the dipstick back into the filler tube
and make sure it is fully seated; otherwise, you
will not get an accurate reading. Pull the
dipstick out and read the fluid level.
[SV29950(ALL)03/94]
one third page art:0032228-B
Automatic transaxle fluid dipstick
[SV30000(ALL)05/93]
The fluid level must be above the ªLº mark. If it
is not, you should not drive your vehicle until
more fluid is added. Ideally, the fluid level
should be within the specified area of the
dipstick.
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half page art:0030228-BChecking manual transaxle oil level
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NOTE: Always dispose of used automotive
fluids in a responsible manner. Follow
your community's standards for
disposing of these types of fluids. Call
your local recycling center to find out
about recycling automotive fluids.
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[SV31600(ALL)03/95]
Brake Fluid
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[SV31700(ALL)03/95]
Under normal circumstances, your vehicle
should not use up brake fluid rapidly. However,
expect the level of the brake fluid to slowly fall
as you put more mileage on your vehicle and
the brake pads wear.
[SV31800(ALL)09/93]
Check the brake fluid at least once a year. You
can do this by looking at the fluid level in the
plastic reservoir on the master cylinder. (See
Your Engine Typeearlier in this chapter to locate
the master cylinder.) The fluid level should be at
or near the MAX mark.
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RWARNING
Brake fluid is toxic.
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If brake fluid contacts eyes, flush eyes with
running water for 15 minutes. Get medical
attention if irritation persists. If taken internally,
drink water and induce vomiting. Get medical
attention immediately.
[SV31900(ALL)08/91]
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Brake fluid level
[SV32100(ALL)03/95]
If the fluid is low, carefully clean and remove
the cap from the reservoir. Fill the reservoir to
the MAX line with Ford High Performance DOT
3 Brake Fluid C6AZ-19542-AA, C6AZ-19542-BA,
or equivalent DOT 3 fluid meeting Ford
specification ESA-M6C25-A.
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[SV32400(ALL)01/95]
RWARNING
If you use a brake fluid that is not DOT
3, you will cause permanent damage to
your brakes.
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Do not fill the reservoir above the MAX line.
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If you find that the fluid level is excessively low
Ð below the seam or ridge on the outside of the
plastic reservoir Ð have the brake system
inspected.
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RWARNING
Do not let the reservoir for the master
cylinder run dry. This may cause the
brakes to fail.
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Power Steering Fluid
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[SV32900(ALL)01/95]
Check the level of the power steering fluid at
least twice a year (i.e., every Spring and Fall).
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[SV33000(ALL)03/95]
Checking and Adding Power Steering
Fluid
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[SV33100(ALL)02/95]
1. Start the engine and let it run until the
power steering fluid reaches normal
operating temperature. The power steering
fluid will be at the right temperature when
the engine coolant temperature gauge in the
instrument cluster is near the center of the
NORMAL operating temperature range.
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2. While the engine idles, turn the steering
wheel back and forth several times. Make
sure that the cap assembly is installed at this
time.
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3. Turn the engine off.
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4. Check the fluid level on the reservoir. The
fluid level should be at the F (Full) line on
the reservoir.
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Lights and Bulb Replacement
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[SV38900(ALL)01/95]
It is a good idea to check the operation of the
following lights frequently:
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headlamps
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high mount brakelamp
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[SV39100(ALL)01/95]
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tail lamps
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[SV39200(ALL)01/95]
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brakelamps
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[SV39300(ALL)01/95]
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hazard flasher
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turn signals
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side markers
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license plate lamp
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[SV39700(ALL)02/95]
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fog lamps
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The alignment of your headlamps should be
checked if:
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oncoming motorists frequently signal you to
turn off your vehicle's high beams when you
do not have the high beams on
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the headlamps do not seem to give you
enough light to see clearly at night
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the headlamp beams are pointed substantially
away from a position slightly down and to
the right
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Installing the headlamp bulb
[SV41600(ALL)07/93]
1. Insert the glass end of the bulb assembly
into the socket.
[SV41650(ALL)05/93]
2. Secure the bulb assembly in place with the
metal retaining clip.
[SV41675(ALL)05/93]
3. Attach the rubber boot over the bulb
assembly.
[SV41700(ALL)05/93]
4. Slip the bulb retaining ring over the boot
and bulb assembly. Lock the ring into the
socket by rotating it clockwise until you feel
a ªstopº.
[SV41800(ALL)05/93]
5. Push the electrical connector into the rear of
the bulb assembly until it locks into position.
[SV41900(ALL)02/95]
6. Turn the headlamps on and make sure 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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[SV42000(ALL)02/95]
High-Mount Brakelamp Bulbs
[SV42100(ALL)02/95]
To replace the high-mount brakelamp bulb, refer
to the instructions below or take your vehicle to
your Ford dealer or a qualified technician.
[SV42200(ALL)05/94]
To remove the high-mount brakelamp:
[SV42300(ALL)05/93]
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
[SV42400(ALL)05/94]
2. Raise the hatchback.
[SV42450(ALL)05/94]
3. Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove three
attaching screws from the rear wiper motor
cover (if equipped). Lay the cover aside.
[SV42600(ALL)05/94]
4. Gently pull the hatchback trim panel away
from the hatchback.
[SV42700(ALL)05/94]
5. Disconnect the luggage compartment lamp
electrical connector (if equipped) and lay the
trim panel aside.
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