1996 FORD ESCORT Climate

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[SV19450(ALL)04/94]
NOTE: When you change or add engine
coolant, it is important to maintain
your engine coolant concentration
between 40%(-11ÊF [-24ÊC]) and 60%
(-62ÊF [-52ÊC]),depending on your local
climate conditions. Below 40% you will
lose freeze protection and above 60%
your engine may overheat on a warm
day.
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[SV19452(ALL)03/95]
NOTE: The use of an improper coolant may
void your warranty for the engine
cooling system. Use only a premium,
nationally recognized brand name
engine coolant. Do not use alcohol,
methanol antifreeze or engine coolant
mixed with alcohol or methanol
antifreeze. If you do not use the proper
coolant, the aluminum engine on your
vehicle will corrode.
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[SV19455(ALL)02/94]
Ford Motor Company expressly authorizes the
Ford Rotunda engine coolant recycling process
and chemicals. Use only Ford Rotunda recycled
engine coolant or an equivalent non-Ford
Rotunda recycled engine coolant that is certified
by the supplier to meet Ford specification
ESE-M97B44-A.
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[SV19456(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.
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[SV19460(ALL)03/95]
Use Ford Premium Cooling System Fluid
E2FZ-19549-AA (in Canada, Motorcraft CXC-8-B)
or an equivalent engine coolant that meets Ford
Specification ESE-M97B44-A.
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[SV19480(ALL)04/93]
Leave the engine coolant in all year. Make sure
that the coolant will not freeze at the
temperature level in which you drive during
winter months. Keep an engine coolant in your
engine that has a protection rating of at least
-20ÊF (-29ÊC), orwhatever protection rating is
appropriate for the climate in which you live.
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[SV19900(ALL)02/95]
You may add water by itself only in an
emergency, but you should replace it with a
50/50 mixture as soon as possible.
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[SV20000(ALL)01/95]
Have your dealer check the engine cooling
system for leaks if you have to add a quart
(liter) of engine coolant more than once a month.
%*
[SV20210(ALL)08/95]
Checking Hoses
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[SV20220(ALL)01/93]
Inspect all engine and heater system hoses for
deterioration, leaks and loose clamps before
adding or replacing engine coolant. Make
whatever repairs or replacements are necessary
using Motorcraft parts or their equivalents.
%
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[SV21700(ALL)03/95]
Windshield Washer Fluid and
Wipers
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[SV21800(ALL)03/95]
Washer Fluid
[SV22100(ALL)01/95]
The windshield washer reservoir is located in
the engine compartment.
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[SV22350(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Do not put windshield washer fluid in the
container for the engine coolant.
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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
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[SV27799(ALL)01/95]
Treadwear
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[SV27800(ALL)01/95]
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating
based on the wear rate of the tire when tested
under controlled conditions on a specified
government test course. For example, a tire
graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1 1/2)
times as well on the government course as a tire
graded 100. The relative performance of tires
depends upon the actual conditions of their use,
however, and may depart significantly from the
norm due to variations in driving habits, service
practices and differences in road characteristics
and climate.
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[SV27999(ALL)01/95]
Traction A B C
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[SV28000(ALL)01/95]
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are
A, B, and C, and they represent the tire's ability
to stop on wet pavement as measured under
controlled conditions on specified government
test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire
marked C may have poor traction performance.
Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tire
is based on braking (straightahead) traction tests
and does not include cornering (turning)
traction.
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[SV28299(ALL)01/95]
Temperature A B C
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[SV28300(ALL)01/95]
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B,
and C, representing the tire's resistance to the
generation of heat and its ability to dissipate
heat when tested under controlled conditions on
a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire
life, and excessive temperature can lead to
sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to
a level of performance which all passenger car
tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle
Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A
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represent higher levels of performance on the
laboratory test wheel than the minimum
required by law. Warning: The temperature
grade for this tire is established for a tire that is
properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive
speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either
separately or in combination, can cause heat
buildup and possible tire failure.
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[SV28500(ALL)04/95]
Snow Tires and Chains
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[SV28600(ALL)01/95]
The tires on your vehicle have all-weather treads
that provide traction in rain or snow. However,
during the winter months in some climates, you
may need to use snow tires and occasionally
chains for your tires.
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[SV28700(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Snow tires must be the same size and
grade as the tires you currently have on
your vehicle.
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[SV28810(ALL)02/95]
Use chains on the tires only in an emergency or
if the law requires them where you live. If you
choose to use chains on your vehicle's tires, be
aware of the following:
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[SV28820(ALL)11/94]
q
Local regulations may prohibit or restrict the
use of tire chains. Investigate the laws and
regulations in your area before installing
chains.
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[SV28830(ALL)08/93]
q
Tire chains may scratch or chip aluminum
wheels. IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT TIRE
CHAINS ARE INSTALLED ON STEEL
WHEELS ONLY. Be sure to remove wheel
covers (if equipped) from steel rims before
using tire chains to avoid scratches or
damage.
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[SV28850(E )06/93]
q
Do not use tire chains if you have the GT
model.
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374 Index
Cleaning your vehicle (continued)
instrument panel lens......... 158
interior................ 183
interior lamps............. 155
plastic parts.............. 7
polishing................ 6
rustproofing.............. 7
safety belts............... 50
tail lamps.............. 153
upholstery and interior trim...... 183
washing................ 6
waxing................. 6
wheels................ 312
Climate control system.......... 137
Clock................203, 218
Clutch
fluid reservoir............ 317
fluid specifications.......... 349
operation while driving........ 229
shifting the gears........... 229
Cold engine starting........... 110
Combination lap and shoulder belts..... 9
Compact disc player
(see Electronic sound system) . . . 198, 204
Controls
instrument panel........... 135
mirrors................ 184
steering column............ 159
Convenience kit in cargo area...... 250
Coolant (see Engine coolant)
checking and adding......... 297
preparing for storage......... 351
refill capacities............ 345
specifications............. 348
temperature gauge.......... 130
warnings............... 297
Cooling fan............... 280
Crankcase emission filter......... 347
Cruise control (see Speed control)..... 164
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T
Tachometer............... 133
Tail lamps
bulb replacement........... 333
cleaning............... 153
Temperature control
(see Climate control)......... 137
Tires
changing............... 249
checking the pressure......... 306
cleaning............... 312
inspection and maintenance...... 306
replacing............... 308
rotating............... 307
snow tires and chains......... 311
spare tire.............. 250
storing your vehicle.......... 352
tire grades.............. 308
treadwear............308, 310
wear bands............. 308
wheel and tire matching........ 309
Towing a trailer (see Trailer towing) . . . 241
Towing your vehicle
using wheel dollies.......... 257
with a tow truck........... 257
Trailer towing
calculating maximum trailer weight . . 241
Transaxle
automatic operation.......... 223
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic)............ 315
fluid, refill capacities......... 345
lubricant specifications........ 349
Transaxle control switch......... 226
Trip odometer............. 129
Tune-up specifications (VECI)...... 342
Turn signal
indicator lights..........127, 159
lever................ 159
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386 Index
U
Used engine oil, disposal.....280, 300, 317
V
VECI (Vehicle Emission Control
Information) decal........... 342
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) . . . 267
Vehicle loading
calculating the load.......... 241
understanding loading information . . . 240
Vehicle storage............. 350
Ventilating your vehicle
(see Climate control)......... 137
Viscosity (see Engine oil)......... 294
W
Warm engine, starting.......... 110
Warning lights (see Lights)......117, 135
Warranties
basic.................. 4
Canada................. 4
radio................. 222
Warranty Information Booklet....... 4
Washer fluid
rear window reservoir......... 302
reservoir............... 301
windshield.............. 301
Weight limits (GAWR, GVWR)...... 240
Wheel and tire matching......... 309
Wheel bearings, lubricant specifications . . 349
Wheel dollies (see Towing)........ 257
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