1996 FORD PROBE door lock

164 %
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[DR16200(ALL)01/95]
High water
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[DR16300(ALL)01/95]
Do not drive through flooded areas unless you
are sure that the water is below the bottom of
the wheel rims.
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[DR16400(ALL)04/94]
If you must drive through high water, drive
slowly. You may have limited traction or wet
brakes, so allow extra stopping distance because
your vehicle will not stop as quickly as usual.
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[DR16500(ALL)01/95]
After you drive through the standing water,
apply your brakes gently several times as your
vehicle moves slowly. This helps to dry the
brakes.
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[DR16600(ALL)03/95]
Driving With a Heavy Load
[DR16700(ALL)05/95]
There are limits to the amount of weight your
vehicle can carry. The total weight of your
vehicle, plus the weight of the passengers and
cargo, should never be more than the Gross
Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). Also, the weight
that your vehicle carries over each axle should
never be more than the Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR) for the respective axle.
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[DR16800(ALL)07/93]
You can find your vehicle's GVWR and GAWR
on the Safety Compliance Certification Label on
the left door lock pillar.
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[DR16900(ALL)01/95]
The weight limits of your vehicle's tires affect
the GVWR or GAWR limitations. Usage of
replacement tires with higher weight limit than
originals does not increase GVWR or GAWR.
Usage of lower capacity replacement tires may
lower GVWR and GAWR limitations.
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4. Loosen the wheel lug nuts by pulling up on
the handle of the wrench one half-turn
counterclockwise. Do not remove the wheel
lug nuts until you raise the tire off the
ground. For information about removing
anti-theft lug nuts, seeRemoving and
Replacing the Anti-Theft Wheel Lug Nutsin
this section.
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[RE08600(ALL)05/95]
Removing and Replacing the Tire
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[RE08700(ALL)11/94]
1. Find the jack notch next to the door of the
tire that you are changing. Put the jack in
the jack notch and turn the handle of the
jack clockwise until the wheel is completely
off the ground.
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[RE08800(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
To lessen the risk of personal injury, do
not put any part of your body under the
vehicle while changing a tire. Do not start
the engine when your vehicle is on the
jack. The jack is only meant for changing
the tire.
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210 %
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[SV05600(ALL)04/95]
Cleaning the Engine
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[SV05610(ALL)04/95]
A clean engine is more efficient because the
engine is able to cool properly. A build up of
grease and dirt acts as an insulator, keeping the
engine warmer than normal.
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[SV05620(ALL)05/95]
q
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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[SV05630(ALL)04/95]
q
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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[SV05640(ALL)06/95]
q
The alternator, distributor and air intake must
be covered. Covering these components will
help prevent water damage.
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[SV05650(ALL)04/95]
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
[SV06200(ALL)03/90]
Fuel filler door release lever
[SV06300(ALL)11/91]
Your vehicle is equipped with a fuel filler door
release. To open the fuel filler door, pull up on
the release lever which is located in front of the
driver's seat and near the door.
[SV06350(ALL)01/94]
Remote Fuel Filler-Lid Release Override
[SV06410(ALL)01/95]
If the release does not operate, open the
hatchback, remove the trim on the left rear side,
reach into the opening and pull the latch toward
the rear (see the service manual for trim
removal). You should wear gloves to protect
your hands from any sharp edges when you use
the fuel filler-lid release override.
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Manual fuel filler-lid override (behind left rear trim panel
in hatch)
[SV06505(ALL)05/95]
To fill the fuel tank:
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[SV06550(ALL)05/95]
1. After opening the fuel filler door, remove
the cap carefully and slowly by turning it
counterclockwise 1/2 to 3/4 turn.
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[SV06650(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
The fuel system may be under pressure. If
the fuel cap is venting vapor or if you
hear a hissing sound while disengaging
the fuel cap, wait until it stops before
completely removing the cap. Otherwise,
fuel may spray out and injure you or
others.
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[SV06700(ALL)05/95]
2. Put the nozzle all the way inside the fuel
filler pipe before pumping the fuel.
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[SV06800(ALL)05/95]
NOTE: 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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[SV06850(ALL)05/95]
3. Replace the fuel cap completely when you
are finished. Turn it clockwise 1/4 turn until
it is tight. It will click when it is fully
tightened.
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[SV06875(ALL)05/95]
4. Push the fuel door closed.
[SV07545(ALL)05/95]
If you lose the fuel cap, replace it with an
authorized Motorcraft or equivalent part.
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[SV07550(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.
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[SV07560(ALL)05/95]
NOTE: If you replace your fuel cap with an
aftermarket fuel filler cap, the customer
warranty may be void for any damage
to the fuel tank and/or fuel system.
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[SV07670(ALL)05/95]
Choosing the Right Fuel
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[SV07680(ALL)05/95]
Use only UNLEADED FUEL in your vehicle.
Using leaded fuel is prohibited by federal law.
Your warranty may not apply if your vehicle is
damaged because you used the wrong fuel.
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[SV07690(ALL)05/95]
Using a high-quality fuel makes your vehicle
more responsive and maintain its good fuel
economy and emissions. It should not be
necessary to add any aftermarket products to
your fuel tank if you continue to use a
high-quality fuel.
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[SV25100(ALL)02/95]
q
Make sure the weight of your load is evenly
distributed.
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[SV25200(ALL)10/89]
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Drive at safe speeds.
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[SV25300(ALL)01/95]
If you do not take these precautions, your tires
may fail or go flat.
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[SV25390(ALL)06/95]
Ford Motor Company recommends obeying
posted speed limits.
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[SV25400(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Driving too fast for conditions creates the
possibility of loss of vehicle control.
Driving at very high speeds for extended
periods of time may result in damage to
vehicle components.
[SV25600(ALL)03/95]
At least once a month, check the pressure in all
your vehicle's tires, including the spare. Use an
accurate tire pressure gauge. Check the tire
pressure when tires are cold, that is, after the
vehicle has been parked for at least one hour or
has been driven less than 3 miles (5 km).
[SV25700(ALL)03/94]
You can find your vehicle's proper tire inflation
pressure on the tire decal on the right door lock
pillar.
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[SV25850(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Improperly inflated tires can affect vehicle
handling and can fail suddenly, possibly
resulting in loss of vehicle control.
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[SV25875(ALL)02/95]
Tire inspection and maintenance
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[SV25880(ALL)02/95]
Inspect the tire treads, and remove stones, nails,
glass or other objects that may be wedged in the
tread grooves. Check for holes or cuts that may
permit air to leak from the tire, and make the
necessary repairs.
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Index 301
Mileage, calculating fuel economy.... 216
Mirrors, remote control......... 113
Moon roof............... 102
Motorcraft parts............. 268
N
National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration............ 192
New vehicle break-in........... 5
O
Octane rating.............. 213
Odometer
description............... 62
trip odometer............. 62
Oil filter................ 268
Oil (see Engine oil)........... 217
Oil viscosity.............. 217
On-board diagnostic (OBD II) system . . . 264
Order forms, service information..... 124
Overseas offices............. 194
P
Parking brake
operation.............. 160
warning light.............. 55
Parts (see Motorcraft Parts)....... 268
PCV valve, specifications........ 268
Power door locks............. 96
Power features
door locks............... 96
mirrors............... 113
moon roof.............. 102
windows............... 101
Power steering
dipstick............... 247
driving with power steering...... 157
fluid, checking and adding...... 247
servicing............... 157
Prop rod, hood............. 206
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