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Lubricate all hood, door and trunk lid hinges
and latches with a light grade oil.
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Cover interior soft trim to prevent fading.
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and latches with a light grade oil.
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Cover interior soft trim to prevent fading.
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q
Keep all rubber parts free from oil and
solvents.
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Engine
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Start engine every 15 days. Run at fast idle
until it reaches normal operating temperature.
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With your foot on the brake, shift through all
the gears while the engine is running.
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Fuel system
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Fill fuel tank with high-quality unleaded fuel
until the first automatic shutoff of the fuel
pump nozzle.
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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.
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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.
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Cooling system
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Protect against freezing temperatures.
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Battery
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Check and recharge as necessary.
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Keep connections clean and covered with a
light coat of grease.
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Check and recharge as necessary.
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Keep connections clean and covered with a
light coat of grease.
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Check and recharge as necessary.
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q
Keep connections clean and covered with a
light coat of grease.
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q
If storing your vehicle for more than 30 days
without recharging the battery, it may be
advisable to disconnect the battery cables to
ensure battery charge is maintained for quick
starting.
[SV59675( ALL)05/94]
NOTE: If battery cables are disconnected, it
will be necessary to reset memory
features.
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Brakes
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Make sure brakes and parking brake are fully
released.
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Tires
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Maintain recommended air pressure.
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Miscellaneous
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[SV60200( ALL)01/95]
q
Make sure all linkages, cables, levers and
clevis pins under vehicle are covered with
grease to prevent rust.
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Move vehicles at least 25 feet (8 m) every 15
days to lubricate working parts and prevent
corrosion.
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full page art:0011127-CFront Exterior View
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Rear Exterior View
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Driver's Door
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