1996 FORD PROBE service

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[SV38800(ALL)03/95]
Lights and Bulb Replacement
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[SV38900(ALL)01/95]
It is a good idea to check the operation of the
following lights frequently:
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[SV39000(ALL)01/95]
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headlamps
[SV39050(ALL)05/95]
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high-mount brakelamp
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[SV39100(ALL)01/95]
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tail lamps
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[SV39200(ALL)01/95]
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brakelamps
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[SV39300(ALL)01/95]
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hazard flasher
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[SV39400(ALL)01/95]
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turn signals
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[SV39500(ALL)01/95]
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side markers
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[SV39600(ALL)01/95]
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license plate lamp
[SV39700(ALL)01/89]
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fog lamps (GT model)
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[SV39800(ALL)01/95]
The alignment of your headlamps should be
checked if:
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[SV39900(ALL)01/95]
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oncoming motorists frequently signal you to
turn off your vehicle's high beams when you
do not have the high beams on
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[SV40000(ALL)01/95]
q
the headlamps do not seem to give you
enough light to see clearly at night
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[SV40100(ALL)01/95]
q
the headlamp beams are pointed substantially
away from a position slightly down and to
the right
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[SV40200(ALL)03/95]
Headlamp Bulb
[SV40300(ALL)03/94]
Your vehicle has retractable halogen headlamps.
If you need to replace a headlamp, have it done
by a Ford service technician.
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[SV47800(ALL)05/95]
To make sure that the catalytic converter and the
other emission control parts continue to work
properly:
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[SV47900(ALL)01/95]
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Use only unleaded fuel.
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[SV48000(ALL)01/95]
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Avoid running out of fuel.
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[SV48100(ALL)01/95]
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Do not turn off the ignition while your
vehicle is moving, especially at high speeds.
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[SV48150(ALL)01/95]
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Do not push start your vehicle.
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[SV48200(ALL)03/95]
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Have the services listed in yourMaintenance
Schedule and Recordbooklet performed
according to the specified schedule.
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[SV48300(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in
dry grass or other dry ground cover. The
emission system heats up the engine
compartment and exhaust system, which
can start a fire.
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[SV48400(ALL)05/95]
Watch for fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke, loss
of oil pressure, the charge warning light, the
check engine light, or the temperature warning
light. These sometimes indicate that the emission
system is not working properly.
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[SV48500(ALL)01/95]
Do not make any unauthorized changes to your
vehicle or engine. Changes that cause more
unburned fuel to reach the exhaust system can
increase the temperature of the engine or
exhaust system.
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[SV48550(ALL)05/95]
In general, maintenance, replacement, or service
of the emission control devices or systems in
your new Ford Motor Company vehicle or
engine may be performed at your expense by
any automotive repair establishment or
individual using automotive parts equivalent to
those with which your vehicle or engine was
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originally equipped. If other than Ford or
Motorcraft or Ford authorized remanufactured
parts are used for maintenance, replacement, or
for the service of components affecting emission
control, the owner should be assured that such
parts are warranted by their manufacturer to be
equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company
parts in performance and durability. Please
consult your warranty information booklet for
complete warranty information.
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[SV48600(ALL)01/95]
By law, anyone who manufactures, repairs,
services, sells, leases, trades vehicles, or
supervises a fleet of vehicles is not permitted to
intentionally remove an emission control device
or prevent it from working. In some of the
United States and in Canada, vehicle owners
may be liable if their emission control device is
removed or is prevented from working.
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[SV48700(ALL)02/92]
Never use a metal exhaust collector when you
service your vehicle. If the metal collector
contacts any of your vehicle's plastic trim or
bumper parts they could melt or deform.
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[SV48800(ALL)01/95]
Do not drive your vehicle if it does not operate
properly. See your dealer if the engine runs on
for more than five seconds after you shut it off
or if it misfires, surges, stalls, or backfires.
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[SV48810(ALL)05/95]
Information about your vehicle's emission
control system is on the Vehicle Emission
Control Information decal located on or near the
engine. This decal identifies engine displacement
and gives some tune-up specifications.
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[SV48820(ALL)06/95]
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance
Testing
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[SV48830(ALL)06/95]
In some localities it may become a legal
requirement to pass an
Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) test of the
On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) II system. If the
vehicle's powertrain system or its battery has
just been serviced, the OBD II system is reset to
a not ready for I/M testing condition. To
prepare for I/M testing, the law specifies a
ªneed for additional mixed city and highway
driving to complete the checkº of the OBD II
system. As soon as all of the OBD II system
checks are successfully completed, the OBD II
system is set to the ready condition. The amount
of driving required to reach the ready condition
varies with individual driving patterns. To
complete this requirement in the minimum
amount of time, refer to the OBD II Drive Cycle
defined below. If the vehicle owner cannot or
does not want to do the additional driving
required by law, a service center can perform
this drive cycle as it would any other type of
repair work.
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[SV48840(ALL)06/95]
OBD II Drive Cycle
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[SV48845(ALL)06/95]
The following steps must be run in the order
shown. If any steps are interrupted, repeat the
preceding step. Any safe driving mode is
acceptable between steps.
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[SV48850(ALL)06/95]
Always drive vehicle in safe manner according
to traffic conditions and obey all traffic laws.
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292 Index
Automatic transaxle
driving with............. 147
fluid, adding............. 242
fluid, checking............ 242
B
Backing up.............149, 155
Basic vehicle warranty........... 4
Battery................. 239
acid, treating emergencies.....169, 241
disconnecting............. 173
how to service............ 239
jumping a disabled battery....... 169
maintenance-free........... 239
proper disposal, recycling....... 241
replacement, specifications....... 268
servicing............... 239
when storing your vehicle....... 272
Brake fluid
brake warning light........... 55
checking and adding......... 245
description.............. 245
Brakes
adjustment.............. 157
anti-lock............... 157
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light............. 57
applying the brakes.......... 157
brake warning light........... 55
fluid, checking and adding....... 245
front disc............... 157
new brake linings............ 5
noise...............157±158
parking............... 160
servicing............... 245
when storing your vehicle....... 273
Break-in period.............. 5
Brights (high beams)............ 80
Bulbs, replacing............. 256
headlamps.............. 256
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Index 295
Dispute Settlement Board........ 188
Doors.................. 95
Driving under special conditions
bad weather............. 162
heavy load.............. 164
high water.............. 164
slippery roads............ 162
tips for safe driving.......... 162
towing a trailer............ 166
E
Electronic radio with cassette
(see Electronic sound system)..... 134
Electronic sound system
antenna................ 75
atenna................. 75
radio reception............ 143
tuning the radio.........123, 137
warranty and service information . . . 146
Electronic stereo cassette radio
(see Electronic sound system)..... 134
Electronic stereo radio
(see Electronic sound system)..... 134
Emergencies, roadside
assistance.............. 185
battery acid spills.........169, 242
jump-starting............. 169
towing................ 181
Emergency brake (parking brake) . . . 158, 160
Emission control system
catalytic converter.......... 261
emissions warranty........261±262
Engine
check engine warning light....... 58
does not start............. 44
fuel injected engine, starting.....42±43
fuel pump shut-off switch........ 46
preparing to start............ 42
starting.............. 37,43
starting after a collision......... 46
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Engine (continued)
storing your vehicle........271±272
Engine block heater............ 45
Engine coolant
checking and adding......... 221
checking hoses............ 229
disposal.........204, 220, 225, 244
drain and flush............ 226
preparing for storage......... 272
temperature gauge........... 61
Engine coolant temperature gauge..... 61
description............... 61
mechanical............... 61
Engine fan............... 204
Engine knocking............. 213
Engine oil
changing oil and oil filter....... 220
checking and adding......... 218
dipstick............... 218
disposal.........204, 220, 225, 244
engine oil pressure gauge........ 60
filter, specifications.......... 268
synthetic oil...........217±218
ªbreak-inº oils............ 5±6
viscosity............... 217
Exhaust fumes.............. 48
Extended Service Plan, Ford........ 4
F
Federal Communications Commission . . . 145
Federal Highway Administration
Regulation............... 5
Flashers, hazard.............. 81
Flashing the lights............. 81
Flat tire................. 173
Foglamps................. 74
Ford Customer Assistance Center..... 187
Ford Dispute Settlement Board...... 188
Ford Extended Service Plan........ 4
Ford Motor Company of Canada..... 192
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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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