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the fuse panel, seeChecking and replacing fusesin
this chapter to find out how to locate the fuse
panel.
[SV43200( ALL)12/94]
Circuit breakers will reset themselves and allow
the electrical parts to work again once the
overload on the circuit is removed. If the circuit
breakers continue to cut off electricity, have your
vehicle's electrical system checked.
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Diagnostic equipment is needed to check circuit
breakers. Refer to the manufacturer's
instructions.
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If you replace a circuit breaker, use one with the
same amperage rating. To remove a circuit
breaker mounted in the fuse panel, grip it with
your finger and thumb and pull it straight out
of its socket.
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Since the circuit breaker for the headlamps is
mounted in the headlamp switch, you must
replace the entire switch to install a new circuit
breaker.
[SV43900( GV)06/93]
Fuse Links
[SV43950( GV)03/93]
Fuse links are circuit protectors that are part of
the wiring harness for some electrical equipment.
These, like fuses, open when the circuit lead
exceeds their amperage rating. Fuse links may be
purchased from your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury
dealer. See the following charts to find out
which electrical parts are protected by a fuse
link.
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316 Index
Chime
key in ignition............. 38
safety belt............. 51,65
Circuit breakers
checking and replacing........ 280
see also fuses............. 271
Cleaning your vehicle
chrome and aluminum parts....... 6
engine compartment.......... 239
exterior................ 5
exterior lamps............ 103
fabric................ 139
headlamps.............. 103
instrument panel............ 88
instrument panel lens......... 108
interior lamps............. 107
mirrors................ 141
plastic parts.............. 6
polishing................ 6
rustproofing.............. 6
safety belts............... 17
tail lamps.............. 103
upholstery and interior trim...... 139
washing................ 5
wheels................ 266
Climate control system
air conditioning........... 88,90
electronic automatic temperature
control................ 90
heating............... 88,90
Clock.................. 108
Cold engine starting............ 40
Coolant (see Engine coolant)
checking and adding......... 249
drain and flush............ 253
preparing for storage......... 295
proper solution............ 251
refill capacities............ 291
refill procedure............ 253
specifications............. 293
temperature gauge......... 58,64
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Index 317
Cruise control (see Speed control).... 116
Cupholder(s).............. 143
Customer Assistance Center, Ford (U.S.). . 217
Customer Assistance Centre,
Ford of Canada............ 217
D
Dashboard (see Instrument panel)..... 87
Daytime running light system...... 102
Defrost
rear window............. 101
windshield............. 89,98
Dipstick, automatic transmission fluid . . . 267
Dispute Settlement Board........ 219
Doors
door ajar warning message....... 82
lubricant specifications........ 293
Driving under special conditions
bad weather............. 186
heavy load.............. 188
high water.............. 187
slippery roads............ 186
towing a trailer............ 190
Dust shield, black............ 210
E
Electrical system
circuit breakers............ 280
fuses................ 271
power point outlet.......... 144
Electronic message center
(see Message center).......... 74
Electronic sound system
antenna............... 155
radio reception............ 169
tuning the radio.........151, 162
warranty and service information . . . 172
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320 Index
Fuel and distance computer (continued)
select button.............. 75
to empty indicator........... 76
trip distance.............. 79
trip/reset button............ 79
Fuel cap, removing........... 239
Fuel filter, specifications......... 292
Fuel gauge.............. 58,71
Fuel system shut-off switch, starting after a
collision................ 45
Fuse panels
engine compartment.......... 275
high current fuse panel........ 276
instrument panel........... 271
Fuses
charts................ 273
checking and replacing........ 278
circuit breakers............ 280
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap).......... 239
Gasoline (see Fuel)............ 239
Gauges, Electronic
engine coolant temperature gauge.... 64
fuel gauge............... 71
odometer................ 73
speedometer.............. 73
Gauges, Mechanical
battery voltage gauge.......... 60
engine coolant temperature gauge.... 58
engine oil pressure gauge........ 61
fuel gauge............... 58
odometer................ 60
speedometer.............. 60
trip odometer.............. 60
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
calculating.............. 189
definition............... 188
location............... 188
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Index 325
O
Odometer
description............. 60,73
trip odometer............. 60
Oil filter................ 292
Oil (see Engine oil)........... 246
Oil viscosity.............. 246
On-board diagnostic (OBD II) system . . . 288
Overdrive............... 177
P
Panic alarm feature, remote entry system . 130
Parking brake
operation.............. 182
warning light............ 49,85
Parts (see Motorcraft Parts)....... 292
PCV valve, specifications........ 292
Power distribution box (see Fuses).... 271
Power door locks............ 122
Power features
antenna............... 155
door locks.............. 122
lumbar support............ 137
mirrors............... 141
seats................. 136
windows............... 132
Power point electrical outlet....... 144
Power steering
driving with power steering...... 180
fluid, checking and adding...... 270
fluid, refill capacity.......... 291
fluid, specifications.......... 293
servicing............... 180
Programmable memory seat....... 138
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