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Customer Assistance
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[HS00205(ALL)06/94]
Roadside Assistance
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[HS00210(ALL)08/95]
Ford Motor Company has set up a 24-hour,
seven-day-a-week hotline with trained operators
who put you in touch with the help you need if
you experience a problem with your vehicle.
This complimentary service is provided to you
throughout your warranty period of 3 years or
36,000 miles (60,000 km), whichever comes first.
To purchase Roadside Assistance coverages
beyond this period (available through Ford Auto
Club in the United States or Ford and
Lincoln-Mercury dealers in Canada), contact
your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer.
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[HS00215(ALL)06/94]
Roadside Assistance will cover the following:
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[HS00220(ALL)06/94]
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Mount your spare if you have a flat tire.
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[HS00225(ALL)06/94]
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Jump-start your battery if it is dead.
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[HS00230(ALL)06/94]
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Unlock your vehicle if you are locked out.
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[HS00235(ALL)06/94]
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Bring you fuel if you run out.
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[HS00240(ALL)06/94]
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Tow your vehicle if you are stranded. Even
non-warranty related tows, like accidents or
getting stuck in mud or snow, are covered
(some exclusions apply, such as impound
towing and repossession).
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[SV01900(ALL)06/95]
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If you must work with the engine running,
avoid wearing loose clothing or jewelry that
could get caught in moving parts. Take
appropriate precautions with long hair.
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[SV02000(ALL)06/95]
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Do not work on a vehicle in an enclosed
space with the engine running, unless you are
sure you have enough ventilation.
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[SV02100(ALL)08/95]
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Never get under a vehicle while it is
supported only by a jack. If you must work
under a vehicle, use safety stands.
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[SV02200(ALL)06/95]
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Keep all lit cigarettes and other smoking
materials away from the battery and all
fuel-related parts.
[SV02250(ALL)03/95]
If you disconnect the battery, the engine must
ªrelearnº its idle conditions before your vehicle
will drive properly. To find out how the engine
does this, seeStarting your vehicle's fuel-injected
enginein the Index.
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[SV02525(ALL)03/95]
Working with the engine off:
[SV02550(ALL)03/95]
1. Set the parking brake fully and make sure
that the gearshift is securely latched in Park
(automatic transaxle) or First (manual
transaxle).
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[SV02650(ALL)06/95]
2. Remove the key from the ignition after you
turn the engine off.
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[SV02675(ALL)06/95]
3. Block the wheels. This will prevent your
vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
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[SV02700(ALL)03/95]
Working with the engine on:
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[SV02825(ALL)04/95]
1. Set the parking brake fully and make sure
the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park)
(automatic transaxle) or Neutral (manual
transaxle).
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[SV02850(ALL)03/95]
2. Block the wheels. This will prevent your
vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
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[SV03000(ALL)02/95]
RWARNING
Do not start your engine with the air
cleaner removed and do not remove it
while the engine is running.
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[SV03100(ALL)03/95]
Opening the Hood
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[SV03200(ALL)01/95]
1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release
handle located under the bottom left corner
of the instrument panel.
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[SV03300(ALL)02/95]
2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the
auxiliary latch that is located under the hood
at the center of the vehicle.
[SV03350(ALL)09/89]
3. Lift the hood and secure it in the open
position with the prop rod.
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[SV04100(ALL)11/90]
When you close the hood, make sure the prop
rod is in its retainer and that the hood latches
securely.
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[SV05840(ALL)04/95]
Cleaning the Engine
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[SV05850(ALL)04/95]
A clean engine is more efficient because a
buildup of grease and dirt acts as an insulator,
keeping the engine warmer than normal.
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[SV05860(ALL)07/95]
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Extreme care must be used if a power washer
is used to clean the engine. The high pressure
fluid could penetrate sealed parts and
assemblies causing damage or malfunctions.
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[SV05870(ALL)08/95]
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In order to avoid possible cracking of the
engine block or fuel injection pump, do not
spray a hot engine or injection pump with
cold water.
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[SV05880(ALL)07/95]
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The alternator, distributor and air intake must
be covered. Covering these components will
help prevent water damage.
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[SV05890(ALL)04/95]
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Never wash or rinse the engine while it is
running. Water getting into the engine may
cause internal damage.
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[SV06100(ALL)03/95]
Filling the Fuel Tank
[SV06110(ALL)01/92]
The fuel filler door can be opened by pulling on
the finger hold located on the rear edge of the
fuel filler door.
[SV06235(ALL)07/93]
For your convenience, a fuel filler door location
indicator is included in your instrument cluster.
It indicates which side of your vehicle contains
the fuel filler door.
[SV06275(ALL)08/95]
The fuel filler door is outside the vehicle on the
driver side near the back.
[SV06300(ALL)03/95]
1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position
and remove the key. To remove the fuel cap,
turn it counterclockwise.
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[SV06325(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
If the fuel cap is venting vapor or if you
hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops
before completely removing the cap.
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[SV06350(ALL)05/95]
2. Make sure that you pump unleaded fuel and
put the nozzle all the way inside the fuel
filler pipe.
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[SV06375(ALL)05/95]
3. If you spill any fuel on the body of your
vehicle, clean it off immediately. The fuel
may dull or soften the paint if you do not
wash it off.
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[SV06400(ALL)06/95]
4. Replace the fuel cap tightly when you are
finished. Turn it clockwise until you hear at
least three clicks. The ratcheting mechanism
allows the fuel cap to be sealed without
overtightening.
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[SV06425(ALL)05/95]
5. Push the fuel door closed.
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[SV06440(ALL)07/95]
If you lose the fuel cap, replace it with an
authorized Motorcraft or equivalent part.
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[SV06450(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
If you do not use the proper fuel cap, the
pressure in the fuel tank can damage the
fuel system or cause it to work improperly
in a collision.
[SV06475(ALL)03/95]
NOTE: If you replace your fuel cap with an
aftermarket fuel filler cap, the customer
warranty may be void for any damage
to the tank and/or fuel system.
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[SV09300(ALL)02/95]
Fuel Quality
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[SV09475(ALL)06/95]
If you are experiencing starting, rough idle or
hesitation problems when the engine is cold, it
may be caused by fuel with low volatility. Try a
different brand of fuel. If the condition persists,
see your dealer or a qualified service technician.
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[SV09477(ALL)08/95]
Using a high-quality fuel makes your vehicle
more responsive and maintains its good fuel
economy and emissions by:
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[SV09479(ALL)08/95]
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protecting your fuel system from rusting.
[SV09481(ALL)06/95]
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protecting your fuel lines from freezing.
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improving vehicle starting and warm-up.
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[SV09486(ALL)08/95]
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protecting the fuel system from vapor lock in
very hot weather, which causes the engine to
hesitate or stall and makes restarts difficult.
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[SV09487(ALL)04/95]
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minimizing deposits in fuel injectors,
combustion chambers and on intake valves.
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[SV09489(ALL)06/95]
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preventing the fuel system from ªgumming
upº when your vehicle is not used for long
periods of time.
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[SV09510(ALL)06/95]
It should not be necessary to add any
aftermarket products to your fuel tank if you
continue to use a high-quality fuel.
[SV09520(ALL)06/95]Gasolines for Clean Air
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[SV09530(ALL)04/95]
Fuels in certain areas of the country are required
to contain oxygenates to improve air quality.
Common oxygenates are ethanol or grain alcohol
(blended at no more than 10%), methanol or
wood alcohol (blended at no more than 5% with
cosolvents and additives) and MTBE or methyl
tertiary butyl ether (blended at no more than
15%).
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[SV17570(ALL)09/95]
1. Before you remove the radiator cap, turn the
engine off and let it cool. Even when the
engine is cool, be careful when you remove
the radiator cap.
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[SV17580(ALL)09/95]
2. When the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth
around the cap and turn it slowly
counterclockwise to the first stop.
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[SV17590(ALL)09/95]
3. Step back while the pressure releases.
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[SV17600(ALL)09/95]
4. When you are sure that all the pressure has
been released, use the cloth to press, turn,
and remove cap.
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[SV17610(ALL)09/95]
5. Stand away from the radiator opening. Hot
steam may blow out or hot engine coolant
may even splash out.
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[SV18100(ALL)08/95]
Adding Engine Coolant
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[SV18300(ALL)09/95]
RWARNING
Never remove the coolant recovery cap
while the engine is running or hot.
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[SV18950(ALL)08/95]
To find out how much engine coolant mixture
your vehicle's coolant system can hold, seeRefill
capacities for fluidsin the Index.
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[SV19350(ALL)02/95]
Ford Premium Cooling System Fluid is an
optimized formula that will protect all metals
and rubber elastomers used in Ford engines for
four years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km). It is not
necessary and not recommended to use
supplemental coolant additives in your gasoline
powered vehicle. These additives may harm
your engine cooling system. Follow the
recommended service interval for changing your
engine coolant.
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[SV23600(ALL)03/01]
Wiper blade replacement
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[SV23700(ALL)09/95]
If the wiper blades still do not work properly
after you clean them, you may need to replace
the wiper blade assembly or the blade element.
When replacing the wiper blade assembly, blade
refill, or wiper arm always use a Motorcraft part
or equivalent.
[SV23750(ALL)08/93]
NOTE: There are two different length wiper
blades on your vehicle. The driver-side
wiper blade is 20 inches (50 cm) long,
and the passenger-side wiper blade is
17 inches (45 cm) long. Ensure that you
install the correct size wiper blade in
the correct location.
[SV23755(ALL)08/95]
To replace the wiper blades:
[SV23760(ALL)08/95]
1. Pull the wiper arm away from the
windshield and lock into the service position.
[SV23765(ALL)08/95]
2. Turn the blade at an angle from the wiper
arm. Push the lock pin with a screwdriver to
relase the blade and pull the wiper blade
down toward the windshield to remove it
from the arm.
[SV23770(ALL)08/95]
3. Attach a new wiper blade to the wiper arm
and press it into place until you hear it click.
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