1996 FORD CONTOUR ESP

Servicing Your Contour
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[SV29400(ALL)01/95]
Adding Automatic Transaxle Fluid
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[SV29410(ALL)01/95]
Before adding any fluid, be sure that the correct type will be
used. Correct type is shown on the dipstick.
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[SV29420(ALL)03/95]
Add fluid in 1/2 pint (.25L) increments through the filler tube
to bring the level to the correct area on the dipstick. DO NOT
OVERFILL. If the level is above the top hole on the dipstick,
excess fluid should be removed by a qualified technician.
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[SV29425(ALL)04/95]
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.
[SV29800(ALL)02/95]
Manual Transaxle Fluid
[SV29900(ALL)05/94]
The lubricant level and quality should not deteriorate under
normal driving conditions. However, you should have the fluid
level checked occasionally. If lubricant is required, seeLubricant
Specificationsin this chapter.
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[SV34401(ALL)01/95]
Relays Outside the Fuse Boxes
[SV34501(ALL)04/94]
sixteen pica
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[SV35200(ALL)06/95]
Checking and Replacing Fuses
[SV35301(ALL)04/94]1.
Use the charts to decide which fuse you should check.
[SV35311(ALL)02/94]2.
On the fuse panel decal located on the cover of the power
distribution box or on the end of the instrument panel fuse
panel, find the number of the fuse you want to check.
[SV35351(ALL)02/94]3.
Find the corresponding fuse and remove it with the fuse
pulling tool that is provided.
[SV35370(ALL)11/92]4.
Check the fuse to see if it is blown. Look through the clear
side of the fuse to see if the metal wire inside is separated. If
it is, the fuse should be replaced.
[SV35390(ALL)02/93]5.
Replace the fuse with one that has the right amperage rating.
See the following chart.
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[SV41000(ALL)03/95]
Emission Control System
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[SV41100(ALL)05/95]
Your vehicle is equipped with a catalytic converter which
enables your vehicle to comply with applicable exhaust emission
requirements.
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[SV41200(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Exhaust leaks may result in the entry of harmful and
potentially lethal fumes into the passenger compartment.
Under extreme conditions excessive exhaust temperatures
could damage the fuel system, the interior floor covering,
or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire.
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[SV41300(ALL)05/95]
To make sure that the catalytic converter and the other emission
control parts continue to work properly:
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[SV41400(ALL)01/95]
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Use only unleaded fuel.
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[SV41500(ALL)01/95]
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Avoid running out of fuel.
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[SV41600(ALL)01/95]
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Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving,
especially at high speeds.
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[SV41700(ALL)03/95]
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Have the services listed in theMaintenance Schedule and
Recordbooklet performed according to the specified schedule.
The scheduled maintenance services are required because
they are considered essential to the life and performance of
your vehicle and to its emissions system.
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[SV41720(ALL)05/95]
Ford strongly recommends the use of genuine Ford replacement
parts. If other than Ford or Motorcraft parts or Ford authorized
remanufactured parts are used for maintenance replacements or
for the service of components affecting emission control, such
non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor
Company parts in performance and durability. It is the owner's
responsibility to determine the equivalency of such parts. Please
consult your warranty booklet for complete warranty
information.
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