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![FORD BRONCO 1996 5.G Owners Manual 321
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[SV38600(B F )10/90]
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Power steering reservoir
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[SV38800( ALL)07/94]
5. If the power steering fluid is low, add fluid
in small amounts, continuously checking the
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5. If the power steering fluid is low, add fluid
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Power steering reservoir
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[SV38800( ALL)07/94]
5. If the power steering fluid is low, add fluid
in small amounts, continuously checking the
level, until you reach the FULL HOT range.
Do not overfill.
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[SV38900(BEF )01/95]
Use only power steering fluid that:
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[SV39000(BEF )01/95]
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meets Ford's Specification ESW-M2C33-F,
such as Ford Premium Power Steering Fluid,
E6AZ-19582-AA or an equivalent Type F
Automatic Transmission Fluid with a Ford
registration number (an 8-digit number
beginning with ª2Pº printed on the fluid
container).
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[SV39200( ALL)01/95]
If the power steering fluid is low, do not drive
your vehicle for a long period of time before
adding fluid. This can damage the power
steering pump.
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[SV39300( ALL)03/95]
6. When you are finished, put the dipstick back
in and make sure that it fits snugly.
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[SV39400( ALL)02/95]
If you check the power steering fluid when it is
cold, make sure that the fluid reaches the FULL
COLD range on the dipstick. The reading will
only be accurate if the fluid temperature is
approximately 50 to85ÊF (10 to 30ÊC).
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342of driving required to reach the ready condition
varies with individual driving patterns. To
complete this requirement in the minimum
amount of time, refer to the OBD II Drive Cycle
defined below. If the vehicle owner cannot or
does not want to do the additional driving
required by law, a service center can perform
this drive cycle as it would any other type of
repair work.
[SV51458( ALL)05/95]
OBD II Drive Cycle
[SV51459( ALL)04/95]
The engine must be warmed up and at
operating temperature before proceeding with
the drive modes of the following OBD II Drive
Cycle.
[SV51461( ALL)04/95]
1. Start the engine. Drive or idle (in neutral)
the vehicle for 4 minutes.
[SV51463( ALL)04/95]
2. Idle the vehicle in drive (neutral for manual
transmission) for 40 seconds.
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[SV51465( ALL)05/95]
3. Accelerate the vehicle to 45 mph (72 km/h)
at 1/4 to 1/2 throttle for 10 seconds.
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[SV51467( ALL)05/95]
4. Drive the vehicle with a steady throttle at
45 mph (72 km/h) for 30 seconds.
[SV51469( ALL)04/95]
5. Idle the vehicle in drive (neutral for manual
transmissions) for 40 seconds.
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[SV51471( ALL)05/95]
6. Continue to drive the vehicle in city traffic at
speeds between 25 and 40 mph
(40-64 km/h) for 15 minutes. During the 15
minute drive cycle the following modes must
be achieved:
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[SV51473( ALL)05/95]
a. at least 5 stop and idle modes at 10
seconds each
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[SV51475( ALL)05/95]
b. acceleration from idles at 1/4 to 1/2
throttle position, and
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[SV51477( ALL)05/95]
c. choose 3 different speeds to do 1.5
minute steady state throttle drives.
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Index 363
Index
A
ABS warning light
(see Anti-lock brake system)....... 77
Accessory position on the ignition..... 60
Accessory power source,
power point outlet.......... 148
Additives, engine oil.......... 291
Air bag supplemental restraint system
description............... 25
disposal................ 32
driver air bag............. 25
indicator light............. 81
operation............... 27
proper seating............. 27
service and information labels...... 32
tone generator............. 29
wearing safety belts........... 26
Air conditioning, manual heating and air
conditioning system........... 90
Alarm, activating remote personal.... 122
Alcohol, in fuel............. 285
Ambulance packages........... 5
Antifreeze (see Engine coolant)...... 295
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
description.............. 204
noise................ 205
see also Brake............ 203
warning light.............. 77
Assistance (see Customer assistance) . . . 255
Audio system
(see Electronic sound system)..... 149
Automatic transmission, fluid, refill capacities 344
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic overdrive.... 175
fluid, adding............. 315
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364 Index
Automatic transmission (continued)
fluid, checking............ 314
fluid, specification........... 347
Axle
lubricant specifications......... 347
traction lok............212, 305
B
Backing up............... 178
Basic vehicle warranty........... 4
Battery
acid, treating emergencies.....237, 312
battery saver............. 125
charging system warning light...... 81
how to service............ 311
jumping a disabled battery....... 237
maintenance-free........... 311
proper disposal, recycling....... 312
replacement, specifications....... 346
voltage gauge.............. 82
when storing your vehicle....... 352
Brake fluid
brake warning light........... 76
specifications............. 319
Brakelamp, high-mount brakelamp . . 101, 336
Brakes
adjustment.............. 203
anti-lock............... 204
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light............. 77
applying the brakes.......... 207
brake warning light........... 76
fluid, checking and adding....... 318
fluid, refill capacities......... 344
fluid, specifications.......... 319
front disc............... 203
if brakes do not grip well....... 206
new brake linings............ 7
parking............... 208
stopping distances........... 207
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Index 367
Controls
instrument panel............ 89
mirrors............... 139
steering column........... 105
Coolant (see Engine coolant)
checking and adding......... 295
drain and flush............ 299
preparing for storage......... 352
proper solution............ 297
refill capacities............ 344
specifications............. 298
temperature gauge........... 85
Cruise control (see Speed control).... 111
Customer Assistance Center, Ford (U.S.). . 257
Customer Assistance Centre,
Ford of Canada............ 257
D
Dashboard (see Instrument panel)..... 89
Daytime running light system....... 99
Defrost, rear window........... 97
Dipstick
automatic transmission fluid....313, 315
power steering fluid......... 320
Dispute Settlement Board........ 258
Doors................. 119
Driveline universal joint and slip yoke . . 317
Driving under special conditions
bad weather............. 211
heavy load.............. 214
high speed.............. 211
high water.............. 213
slippery roads............ 211
E
Electrical system
circuit breakers............ 332
fuses................ 322
operating when the engine is off..... 60
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374 Index
Lug nuts, tightening sequence...... 249
Lumbar support, seats.......... 134
M
Maintenance schedule and record
(see separate Maintenance Schedule
and Record booklet)........... 3
Maintenance (see Servicing)....... 275
Manual transmission
clutch................ 316
driving................ 182
fluid, checking and adding....... 316
lubricant specifications......... 347
shifting gears............. 183
shift speeds.............. 185
Master cylinder, brakes......... 318
Mileage, calculating fuel economy..... 289
Mirrors
automatic dimming rearview mirror . . 136
dual electric remote control...... 139
rearview............... 135
side view mirrors (manual)...... 137
Motorcraft parts............. 346
N
National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration............ 262
O
Octane rating.............. 284
Odometer................. 87
Off road driving, 4-wheel drive...... 200
Oil filter................ 346
Oil (see Engine oil)........... 290
On-board diagnostic (OBD II) system . . . 341
Order forms, service information..... 267
Overdrive................ 179
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378 Index
Steering wheel
horn................. 110
speed controls............ 111
tilting................ 110
Storage compartments
center console............. 140
overhead storage compartment..... 146
Storing your vehicle........... 351
Supplemental air bag readiness light.... 81
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS).... 25
T
Tailgate................. 119
Tail lamps, cleaning............ 99
Temperature control (see Climate control) . . 90
Testing the warning lights......... 64
Tether anchor installation
(see Child restraints).......... 57
Tires
changing............... 241
checking the pressure......... 304
cleaning............... 311
inspection and maintenance...... 304
replacing............... 307
rotating............... 305
snow tires and chains......... 310
spare tire............... 241
storing your vehicle.......... 353
wheel and tire matching........ 310
Towing your vehicle, with a tow truck . . 251
Trailer Towing............. 215
Transmission, fluid, refill capacities.... 344
Transfer case
fluid checking............ 316
lever operated............ 189
touch drive electric shift........ 196
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Index 379
Transmission
automatic operation.......... 176
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic)............ 314
fluid, checking and adding (manual) . . 316
lubricant specifications........ 347
manual operation........... 182
Transmission control switch....... 179
Transmitter (see Remote entry)...... 121
Tune-up specifications (VECI)...... 341
Turn signal, lever............ 105
U
Used engine oil, disposal....294, 298, 315
V
Variable interval wipers......... 107
VECI (Vehicle Emission Control
Information) decal.......... 341
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).... 5
Vehicle loading............. 216
Vehicle storage............. 351
Voltmeter (see Battery voltage gauge).... 82
W
Warm engine, starting........... 66
Warning chimes
key in ignition............. 61
safety belt............... 78
Warning lights, testing........... 64
Warning lights (see Lights)......... 73
Warranties, radio............ 174
Warranty Information Booklet....... 4
Washer fluid, reservoir......... 301
Weight limits (GAWR, GVWR)...... 214
Wheel and tire matching......... 310
Wheel bearings lubricant specifications . . 347
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