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332 [SV45150(ALL)04/95]q
Lubricate trunk lid or wagon liftgate hinges
with a light grade oil. (Do not lubricate hood
and door hinges.)
*
[SV45200(ALL)01/95]
q
Cover interior soft trim to prevent fading.
*
[SV45300(ALL)01/95]
q
Keep all rubber parts free from oil and
solvents.
%*
[SV45350(ALL)01/95]
Engine
*
[SV45400(ALL)01/95]
q
Start engine every 15 days. Run at fast idle
until it reaches normal operating temperature.
*
[SV45500(ALL)01/95]
q
With your foot on the brake, shift through all
the gears while the engine is running.
%*
[SV45600(ALL)01/95]
Fuel system
%*
[SV45700(ALL)07/94]
q
Fill fuel tank with high-quality unleaded fuel
until the first automatic shutoff of the fuel
pump nozzle.
*
[SV45900(ALL)03/95]
NOTE: During extended periods of vehicle
storage (60 days or more), fuel may
deteriorate due to oxidation. This can
damage rubber and other polymers in
the fuel system and may also clog
small orifices.
*
[SV46000(ALL)01/95]
Ford Gas Stabilizer should be added whenever
actual or expected storage periods exceed 60
days. Follow the instructions on the label. The
vehicle should then be operated at idle speed to
circulate the additive throughout the fuel system.
*
[SV46100(ALL)01/95]
A volatile corrosion inhibitor added to the fuel
system will protect the fuel system's inner
surfaces from corrosion. Follow the instructions
packaged with the product.
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333 %
*
[SV46200(ALL)01/95]
Cooling system
*
[SV46300(ALL)01/95]
q
Protect against freezing temperatures.
%*
[SV46400(ALL)01/95]
Battery
*
[SV46500(ALL)01/95]
q
Check and recharge as necessary.
*
[SV46600(ALL)01/95]
q
Keep connections clean and covered with a
light coat of grease.
%*
[SV46650(ALL)02/95]
q
If storing your vehicle for more than 30 days
without recharging the battery, disconnect the
battery cables to ensure battery charge is
maintained for quick starting. NOTE: If
battery cables are disconnected, it will be
necessary to reset any memory features (eg.
radio presets).
%*
[SV46700(ALL)01/95]
Brakes
*
[SV46800(ALL)01/95]
q
Make sure brakes and parking brake are fully
released.
%*
[SV46900(ALL)01/95]
Tires
*
[SV47000(ALL)05/95]
q
Maintain recommended air pressure.
*
[SV47100(ALL)01/95]
Miscellaneous
*
[SV47200(ALL)01/95]
q
Make sure all linkages, cables, levers and
clevis pins under vehicle are covered with
grease to prevent rust.
*
[SV47300(ALL)05/95]
q
Move vehicles at least 25 feet (10 m) every 15
days to lubricate working parts to prevent
corrosion.
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Index 357
Index
A
ABS warning light
(see Anti-lock brake system)....... 81
Accessory position on the ignition..... 59
Additives, engine oil.......... 273
Air bag supplemental
restraint system............. 23
and child safety seats........ 26,33
description............... 23
disposal................ 31
driver air bag............. 23
indicator light............. 77
operation............... 27
passenger air bag............ 23
proper seating............. 24
service and information labels...... 27
tone generator............. 30
wearing safety belts........... 24
Air cleaner filter
location............... 260
replacing............... 296
specifications............. 329
Air conditioning
electronic automatic temperature
control system............ 95
manual heating and air
conditioning system......... 93
Alarm, activating remote personal.... 135
Antenna, radio
(see Electronic sound system)..... 176
Antifreeze (see Engine coolant)...... 276
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
description.............. 203
see also Brake............ 202
warning light.............. 81
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Anti-theft lug nuts and key........ 232
Anti-theft system
arming the system.......... 138
triggering.............. 138
Appeals (see Dispute settlement board) . . 240
Assistance (see Customer assistance).... 237
Audio system
(see Electronic sound system)..... 169
Autolamp system (see Headlamps).... 108
Automatic transaxle
driving with...........191, 195
fluid, adding............. 298
fluid, checking............ 296
fluid, refill capacities......... 328
fluid, specification........... 330
Axle
lubricant specifications......... 330
refill capacities............ 328
B
Backing up.............193, 198
Basic vehicle warranty........... 4
Battery
acid, treating emergencies....... 217
battery saver............. 113
charging system warning light...... 74
disconnecting............. 282
jumping a disabled battery....... 217
proper disposal, recycling....... 283
replacement, specifications....... 329
servicing............... 282
when storing your vehicle....... 333
Brake fluid
brake warning light........... 73
checking and adding......... 298
description.............. 298
specifications............. 330
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Brakelamp
high-mount brakelamp........ 319
lamp out warning light......... 87
Brakes
adjustment.............. 202
anti-lock............... 203
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light............ 81
applying the brakes.......... 202
brake warning light........... 73
fluid, checking and adding...... 298
fluid, refill capacities......... 298
fluid, specifications.......... 330
front disc.............. 202
master cylinder............ 298
new brake linings............ 5
noise................ 203
parking............... 205
servicing............... 298
trailer................ 215
when storing your vehicle....... 333
Brake-shift interlock.........192, 196
Break-in period.............. 5
Brights (high beams)......... 76,115
Built-in child seat............. 46
Built-in child seat, cleaning......... 57
Bulbs, replacing
headlamps.............. 313
high-mount brakelamp........ 319
specifications............. 322
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Index 367
H
Hazard flashers............. 118
Headlamps
aiming................ 316
autolamp system........... 108
bulb specification........... 322
checking alignment.......... 313
cleaning............... 108
daytime running lights........ 107
flashing............... 116
high beam.............. 115
replacing bulbs............ 313
turning on and off.......... 106
warning chime............. 77
Head restraints............. 145
Heated mirrors............. 104
Heating
electronic automatic temperature
control system............ 95
manual heating and air
conditioning system......... 93
High beams.............. 115
indicator light............. 76
operation.............. 115
High-mount brakelamp,
replacing the bulb.......... 319
Hitch................. 214
Hood
latch location............. 259
lubrication specifications........ 330
release lever............. 258
working under the hood....... 256
Horn.................. 119
Hoses, checking............. 277
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L
Lamps
autolamp delay system........ 108
bulb replacement specifications chart . . 322
daytime running light system..... 107
dome lamps............. 111
flashing the lamps.......... 116
hazard flashers............ 118
headlamps.............. 106
high beams............. 115
illuminated mirrors.......... 155
instrument panel, dimming...... 110
interior lamps............ 110
map lamps.............. 111
trailer................ 215
Lane change indicator (see Turn signal) . . 115
Lap belts................. 21
Lights, warning and indicator
airbag................. 77
anti-lock brakes (ABS).......... 81
brake................. 73
charging system............ 74
door ajar................ 77
engine oil pressure........... 75
hazard warning light......... 118
high beam............... 76
lamp out................ 87
low fuel................ 80
low washer fluid............ 87
oil pressure.............. 75
safety belt............... 73
service engine soon........... 78
speed control (see cruise control)..... 81
turn signal indicator.......... 81
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O
Octane rating.............. 266
Odometer
description............... 84
trip odometer............. 84
Oil filter................ 329
Oil (see Engine oil)........... 272
Oil viscosity.............. 273
On-board diagnostic (OBD II) system . . . 325
Overdrive.............194, 199
Overseas offices............. 247
P
Panic alarm feature, remote
entry system............. 135
Parking brake
operation.............. 205
warning light.............. 73
Parts (see Motorcraft Parts)....... 329
PCV valve, specifications........ 329
Phone, cellular............. 158
Power distribution box (see Fuses).... 308
Power door locks............ 126
Power features
door locks.............. 126
lumbar support............ 149
mirrors............... 153
moon roof.............. 144
seats................. 148
windows............... 142
Power steering
dipstick............... 301
driving with power steering...... 201
fluid, checking and adding...... 300
fluid, refill capacity.......... 328
fluid, specifications.......... 330
servicing............... 201
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