1996 FORD PROBE Owners Manual

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one third page art:0032151-BAutomatic transaxle fluid dipstick on 2.0L engine vehicles
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[SV30400(ALL)03/95]
If you must add transaxle fluid in an emergency,
use only MERCONHfluid, such as Motorcraft
MERCONHMulti-Purpose ATF. Add the fluid in
1/2-pint increments until you raise the fluid
level to within the crosshatched area on the
dipstick. Never overfill the transaxle. If the fluid
level gets too high, remove the excess fluid as
soon as possible; otherwise, you could damage
the transaxle.
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[SV30500(ALL)01/89]
Manual Transaxle Fluid
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[SV30600(ALL)08/91]
The lubricant level and quality should not
deteriorate under normal use. However, you
should periodically have your Ford Dealer check
the fluid level during regular oil changes.
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[SV31350(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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245 [SV31400(ALL)02/95]
Constant Velocity Joints
[SV31500(ALL)02/95]
Inspect all rubber boots for signs of cracks, tears,
or splits. Inspect underneath of your car for any
indication of grease splatter in the areas of
constant velocity joint boots, outboard and
inboard locations; grease splatter is an indication
of boot and/or clamp damage.
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[SV31600(ALL)02/95]
Brake Fluid
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[SV31700(ALL)03/95]
Under normal circumstances, your vehicle
should not use up brake fluid rapidly. However,
expect the level of the brake fluid to slowly fall
as you put more mileage on your vehicle and
the brake pads wear.
[SV31800(ALL)04/93]
Check the brake fluid at least once a year. You
can do this by looking at the fluid level in the
plastic reservoir on the master cylinder. (SeeThe
Engine Typesearlier in this chapter to locate the
master cylinder.) The fluid level should be at or
near the MAX mark.
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[SV31850(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Brake fluid is toxic.
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[SV31860(ALL)06/95]
If brake fluid contacts eyes, flush eyes with
running water for 15 minutes. Get medical
attention if irritation persists. If taken internally,
drink water and induce vomiting. Get medical
attention immediately.
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246 [SV32000(ALL)08/91]
one third page art:0032042-ABrake fluid level
[SV32100(ALL)01/95]
If the fluid is low, carefully clean and remove
the cap from the reservoir. Fill the reservoir to
the MAX line with Ford High Performance DOT
3 Brake Fluid C6AZ-19542-AA or DOT 3
equivalent fluid meeting Ford specification
ESA-M6C25-A.
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[SV32400(ALL)01/95]
RWARNING
If you use a brake fluid that is not DOT
3, you will cause permanent damage to
your brakes.
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[SV32500(ALL)01/95]
Do not fill the reservoir above the MAX line.
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[SV32600(ALL)01/95]
If you find that the fluid level is excessively low
Ð below the seam or ridge on the outside of the
plastic reservoir Ð have the brake system
inspected.
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[SV32700(ALL)01/95]
RWARNING
Do not let the reservoir for the master
cylinder run dry. This may cause the
brakes to fail.
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[SV32800(ALL)03/95]
Power Steering Fluid
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[SV32900(ALL)01/95]
Check the level of the power steering fluid at
least twice a year (i.e., every Spring and Fall).
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[SV33000(ALL)03/95]
Checking and Adding Power Steering
Fluid
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[SV33100(ALL)02/95]
1. Start the engine and let it run until the
power steering fluid reaches normal
operating temperature. The power steering
fluid will be at the right temperature when
the engine coolant temperature gauge in the
instrument cluster is near the center of the
NORMAL operating temperature range.
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[SV33200(ALL)01/95]
2. While the engine idles, turn the steering
wheel back and forth several times. Make
sure that the cap assembly is installed at this
time.
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[SV33300(ALL)01/95]
3. Turn the engine off and check the level on
the power steering reservoir.
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one third page art:0032043-A
Where to check for power steering fluid
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248 [SV33610(ALL)01/94]4. Remove the dipstick to read the power
steering fluid level. If the power steering
fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts,
continuously checking the level, until you
reach the HIGH line. Do not overfill. To find
out how much fluid your vehicle's power
steering fluid reservoir will hold, seeRefill
capacities for fluidsin the Index.
[SV33700(ALL)01/95]
5. When you are finished, put the dipstick back
in and make sure that it fits snugly.
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[SV34000(ALL)01/95]
If the power steering fluid is low, do not drive
your vehicle for a long period of time before
adding fluid. This can damage the power
steering pump.
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[SV34200(ALL)01/94]
If you must check the power steering fluid
before it reaches normal operating temperature,
make sure that the fluid reaches the ªLº (or
LOW) line range in the reservoir. The reading
will only be accurate if the fluid temperature is
approximately 70Ê to100ÊF (21Ê to 38ÊC).
[SV34210(ALL)11/91]
Air Conditioning Refrigerant
[SV34215(ALL)04/93]
Whenever service to the air conditioning system
is required, make sure the service facility uses a
refrigerant recycling system. These systems will
capture the refrigerant for reuse. Releasing
certain refrigerants into the atmosphere can
damage our environment.
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[SV34225(ALL)02/93]
Fuses
[SV34250(ALL)05/95]
If electrical parts in your vehicle are not
working, the system may have been overloaded
and blown a fuse. If a fuse blows, all the parts
of your vehicle that use the fuse will not work.
[SV35550(ALL)03/94]
Your vehicle has two fuse panels. The interior
fuse panel is below the instrument panel in front
of the driver's door. The main panel is under
the hood behind the battery.
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249 [SV35700(ALL)08/91]
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Fuse panel under instrument panel
[SV35750(ALL)04/93]
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Inside of the instrument fuse panel cover
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250 [SV35760(ALL)05/95]
thirty-six pica chart:0032186-B
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251 [SV35800(ALL)08/91]
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Fuse panel located under hood
[SV35850(ALL)06/93]
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Fuse panel cover located under the hood
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