1996 FORD CONTOUR wiper fluid

Steering Column Controls
85
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[SC04950(ALL)05/95]
Windshield Washer
[SC05000(ALL)01/95]
When the lever is pulled to activate the windshield washer, the
wipers operate for about three cycles after the spray stops.
[SC05110(ALL)05/95]
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Washing the windshield
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[SC05310(ALL)01/95]
Do not try to clean the windshield when the washer fluid
container is empty or activate the washers at any time for more
than 15 seconds continuously. This could damage the washer
pump system.
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[SC05350(ALL)01/93]
RWARNING
In freezing weather, the washer solution may freeze on
the windshield and obscure your vision. Always warm
up the windshield with the defroster before you use the
washer fluid. If you cannot see through the windshield
clearly, it can increase the risk of being involved in a
collision.
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[SC05500(ALL)04/95]
For information about refilling the washer fluid or replacing
your windshield wiper blades, seeWindshield washer fluid and
Wipersin the Index.
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Servicing Your Contour
219
[SV20660(ALL)06/95]
Disconnecting the Battery
[SV20675(ALL)02/95]
Because your vehicle engine is electronically controlled by a
computer, some control conditions are maintained by power
from the battery. If you ever disconnect the battery or install a
new battery, you must allow the computer to ªrelearnº its idle
conditions before your vehicle will drive properly. To begin this
process, put the gearshift in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or
Neutral (manual transaxle), set the emergency brake, turn off all
the accessories, and start the vehicle. Bring the engine to normal
operating temperature. Allow the manual transaxle to idle for
one minute in Neutral. Allow the automatic transaxle engine to
idle for one minute in N (Neutral) and one minute in D (Drive).
Perform the previous procedure with the air conditioning (if
equipped) on and off (conditions permitting). The relearning
process will complete automatically as you drive the vehicle.
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[SV20700(ALL)03/95]
If you do not let the engine relearn its idle, the idle quality of
your vehicle may be adversely affected until the idle is
relearned. Your vehicle will eventually relearn its idle while you
drive it, but it takes much longer than if you use the previous
procedure.
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[SV21700(ALL)03/95]
Windshield Washer Fluid and Wipers
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[SV21800(ALL)03/95]
Washer Fluid
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[SV22100(ALL)01/95]
Check the level of the windshield washer fluid every time you
stop for fuel. The reservoir for washer fluid is located on the
passenger's side of the engine compartment. Visual inspection
can determine if the washer fluid is adequate. Do not operate
the washer when the reservoir is empty.
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220
[SV22200(ALL)02/94]
10-1/2 pica
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The windshield washer fluid reservoir
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[SV22300(ALL)03/95]
Adding washer fluid
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[SV22400(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Do not put windshield washer fluid in the container for
the engine coolant.
[SV22450(ALL)05/95]
If sprayed to clean the glass, engine coolant or antifreeze could
make it difficult to see through the windshield.
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[SV22500(ALL)01/95]
Use specially formulated windshield washer fluid rather than
plain water, because specially formulated washer fluids contain
additives that dissolve road grime. For safety reasons, washer
fluids containing an appropriate antifreeze such as methanol
should be used in freezing weather (temperatures below32ÊF
[0ÊC]). State or local regulations on Volatile Organic Compounds
(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.
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290
U
Used engine oil, disposal................ 212
V
Variable interval wipers................. 84
VECI (Vehicle Emission Control Information) decal.... 249
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)........181, 186
Vehicle loading
automatic transaxles................. 156
calculating the load................. 156
manual transaxles.................. 156
Vehicle storage.................... 255
Ventilating your vehicle (see Climate control)....... 71
Viscosity (see Engine oil)................ 209
Visor (see Sun visor).................. 109
W
Warm engine, starting.................. 47
Warning chimes
headlamps on.................... 60
key in ignition.................... 43
safety belt...................... 56
Warning lights (see Lights)................ 53
Warranties
basic......................... 3
Canada....................... 3
radio........................ 137
Warranty Information Booklet.............. 3
Washer fluid
reservoir...................... 219
windshield..................... 219
Weight limits (GAWR, GVWR)............. 155
Wheel dollies (see Towing)............... 175
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291
Wheels
anti-theft lugnuts.................. 174
cleaning...................... 229
covers....................... 171
inspection and maintenance............. 223
lug nuts...................... 170
Windows........................ 98
power windows, operating............... 98
Windshield washer fluid and wipers
checking and adding fluid.............. 219
checking and replacing wiper blades......... 221
operation....................... 84
reservoir...................... 219
specifications.................... 220
variable interval wipers................ 84
Wrecker towing.................... 175
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