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Start engine every 15 days. Run at fast idle
until it reaches normal operating temperature.
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With your foot on the brake, shift through all
the gears while the engine is running.
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Fuel system
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Fill fuel tank with high-quality unleaded fuel
until the first automatic shutoff of the fuel
pump nozzle.
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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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Ford Gas Stabilizer should be added whenever
actual or expected storage periods exceed 60
days. Follow the instructions on the label. The
vehicle should then be operated at idle speed to
circulate the additive throughout the fuel system.
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A volatile corrosion inhibitor added to the fuel
system will protect the fuel system's inner
surfaces from corrosion. Follow the instructions
packaged with the product.
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Cooling system
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Protect against freezing temperatures.
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Battery
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Check and recharge as necessary.
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Keep connections clean and covered with a
light coat of grease.
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Brakes
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Make sure brakes and parking brake are fully
released.
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368 Index
Electrical system (continued)
power point outlet.......... 148
Electronic sound system
radio reception............ 171
tuning the radio.........151, 165
warranty and service information.... 174
Electronic stereo cassette radio
(see Electronic sound system)..... 163
Electronic stereo radio (see Electronic
sound system)............ 163
Emergencies, roadside
assistance............... 255
battery acid spills.........237, 313
jump-starting............. 237
towing................ 251
Emergency brake (parking brake)..... 208
Emission control system, catalytic
converter............... 339
Engine
check engine warning light....... 78
fuel injected engine, starting....... 63
fuel pump shut-off switch........ 69
preparing to start............ 64
service points............. 279
starting............... 59,65
starting after a collision......... 69
storing your vehicle.......... 352
Engine block heater............ 68
Engine coolant
checking and adding......... 295
checking hoses............ 299
disposal...........294, 298, 315
preparing for storage......... 352
proper solution............ 297
recovery reservoir........... 296
refill capacities............ 344
specifications............. 298
Engine coolant temperature gauge,
description............... 85
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370 Index
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles (continued)
lever operated............ 189
special notice.............. 5
towing..............252±253
Four-wheeling with Ford supplement.... 5
French owner guides, how to obtain.... 3
Fuel
calculating fuel economy........ 289
capacity............... 344
choosing the right fuel......... 283
comparisons with EPA fuel economy
estimates.............. 289
filling your vehicle with fuel...... 281
filter, specifications.......... 346
fuel gauge............... 84
improving fuel economy........ 290
octane rating............. 284
quality................ 284
running out of fuel.......... 288
storing your vehicle.......... 352
treating emergencies.......... 286
Fuel cap
removing............... 282
replacing.............282, 288
Fuel filler door............. 282
Fuel filter, specifications......... 346
Fuel gauge................ 84
Fuel pump shut-off switch, starting after a
collision................ 69
Fuse panels
instrument panel........... 323
power distribution box........ 326
Fuses
checking and replacing........ 330
circuit breakers............ 332
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Gas cap (see Fuel cap).......... 281
Gas mileage (see Fuel economy) . . . 283, 289
Gasoline (see Fuel)............ 281
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