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[SV24300(ALL)02/95]
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Stay within the recommended load limits (see
Load limitsin the Index).
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[SV24500(ALL)02/95]
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Make sure the weight of your load is evenly
distributed.
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[SV24550(ALL)10/89]
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Drive at safe speeds.
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[SV24700(ALL)01/95]
If you do not take these precautions, your tires
may fail or go flat.
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[SV24800(ALL)01/95]
RWARNING
Ford Motor Company recommends
obeying posted speed limits.
Furthermore, driving too fast for
conditions is dangerous and creates
the possibility of loss of vehicle
control which may result in personal
injury. Under some circumstances,
driving at very high speeds for
extended periods of time may also
result in damage to vehicle
components, creating a risk of failure
and potential loss of vehicle control.
[SV24850(ALL)04/95]
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, after the vehicle
has been parked for at least one hour or has
been driven less than 3 miles (5 km). You can
find the proper cold pressure and load limits of
recommended size tires on the Tire Pressure
Decal inside the glove compartment.
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[SV25100(ALL)02/95]
Tire Rotation
[SV25200(ALL)11/94]
Because your vehicle's front and rear tires
perform different jobs, they often wear
differently. To make sure your tires wear evenly
and last longer, rotate them as indicated in the
Maintenance Schedule and Recordbooklet.
[SV25300(ALL)11/94]
Rotate the tires according to the following
diagram. Do not include the spare tire as part of
your rotation. If you notice that the tires wear
unevenly, have them checked.
[SV25410(ALL)11/94]
one third page art:0001369-A
Rotating the tires
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[SV27400(ALL)02/95]
Information About Tire Quality Grades
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[SV27500(ALL)01/95]
New vehicles are fitted with tires that have their
Tire Quality Grade (described below) molded
into the tire's sidewall. These Tire Quality
Grades are determined by standards that the
United States Department of Transportation has
set.
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[SV27550(ALL)01/95]
Tire Quality Grades apply to new pneumatic
tires for use on passenger cars. They do not
apply to deep tread, winter-type snow tires,
space-saver or temporary use spare tires, tires
with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches or
limited production tires as defined in Title 49
Code of Federal Regulations Part 575.104(c)(2).
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[SV27600(ALL)01/95]
U.S. Department of Transportation Ð Tire
quality grades:The U.S. Department of
Transportation requires Ford to give you the
following information about tire grades exactly
as the government has written it.
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[SV27799(ALL)01/95]
Treadwear
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[SV27800(ALL)01/95]
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating
based on the wear rate of the tire when tested
under controlled conditions on a specified
government test course. For example, a tire
graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1 1/2)
times as well on the government course as a tire
graded 100. The relative performance of tires
depends upon the actual conditions of their use,
however, and may depart significantly from the
norm due to variations in driving habits, service
practices and differences in road characteristics
and climate.
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[SV28975(ALL)08/94]
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Do not drive faster than 30 mph (50 km/h)
or the chain manufacturer's recommended
speed limit, whichever is lower. Avoid
bumps, holes and sharp turns. If you can
hear the chains rub or bang against your
vehicle, remove the chains to prevent damage
to your vehicle.
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[SV29025(ALL)11/94]
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Tire chains may affect vehicle handling. Drive
carefully and avoid hard braking.
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[SV29050(ALL)11/94]
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Do not use chains on temporary spare tires.
They may damage the vehicle and the tire.
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[SV29150(ALL)05/94]
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Remove tire chains at the first opportunity
after using them on snow and ice. Do not use
the chains on dry roads.
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[SV29160(ALL)04/95]
Cleaning the Wheels
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[SV29170(ALL)04/95]
Wash the wheels with the same detergent you
use to wash your vehicle's body. Do not use
acid based wheel cleaners, steel wool, abrasives,
fuel, or strong detergents. These substances will
damage the protective coatings. Use tar and road
oil remover to remove grease and tar.
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[SV29180(ALL)04/95]
NOTE: Before going to a car wash, find out if
the brushes are abrasive.
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[SV29220(ALL)04/95]
Air Filter
[SV29240(ALL)02/95]
To replace the engine air filter, unclip the two
latches, separate the housing and remove the old
filter. Wipe the interior of the housing clean
before inserting the new filter. Lock the two
latches.
[SV29260(ALL)04/95]
NOTE: Do not use oil-impregnated air filters.
Filters other than the ones specified in
this Owner Guide can cause engine
damage. Your warranties may not
apply if your vehicle is damaged
because you used the wrong air filter.
SeeMotorcraft partsin the Index.
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360 Index
Shoulder and lap belts
(see Safety restraints)......... 191
Shoulder belts (see Safety restraints).... 191
Side mirrors, heated........... 104
Sliding moon roof (see Moon roof).... 143
Spare tire
changing the tire........... 224
conventional spare.......... 223
finding the spare........... 223
temporary spare........... 222
Spark plugs, specifications........ 330
Specification chart, lubricants....... 331
Speed control
accelerating.............. 122
canceling a set speed......... 124
indicator light............. 83
resetting............... 123
resuming a set speed......... 124
tap up/tap down.........123±124
turning off.............. 124
when towing a trailer.......122, 216
Speedometer............... 85
Starting your vehicle
starting a cold engine.......... 65
starting after a collision......... 68
starting a warm engine......... 65
starting your vehicle if the battery
is disabled............. 217
Steering, power............. 202
Steering wheel
horn................. 119
locking................. 61
speed controls............ 120
tilting................ 120
Storage compartments
cargo area.............. 161
cargo net............... 162
center console............. 156
locking storage............ 161
Storing your vehicle........... 332
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