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one third page art:0000392-BThe temporary spare tire in the wagon
[RE06700(ALL)11/94]
To remove the cover for the temporary spare
tire in the wagon:
[RE06800(ALL)04/95]
1. Twist the three fasteners 90 degrees into a
vertical position.
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2. Lift the the cover to disengage the three
retainers.
[RE07000(ALL)05/94]
3. Pull the front of the cover out slightly and
remove the cover by sliding it toward the
front of the vehicle.
[RE07100(ALL)01/89]
4. Lift out the spare tire, jack, and lug wrench.
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[RE07400(ALL)03/95]
Preparing to Change the Tire
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[RE07500(ALL)05/94]
You should only raise your vehicle with a jack
properly placed at the front or rear jacking
points.
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[RE07600(ALL)03/95]
1. Make sure that your vehicle will not move
or roll. Put the gearshift in P (Park). Set the
parking brake and block the wheel that is
diagonally opposite the tire that you are
changing.
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Towing Your Vehicle Behind Another
Vehicle
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[RE18100(ALL)03/95]
At times, you may want to tow your vehicle
behind another vehicle, such as a recreational
vehicle, a car, or a truck.
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Before you have your vehicle towed:
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Release the parking brake.
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Move the gearshift to N (Neutral).
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Turn the key in the ignition to OFF.
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Unlock the steering wheel.
[RE18700(ALL)01/95]
Do not tow your vehicle at a speed faster than
35 mph (56 km/h) or for a distance greater than
50 miles (80 km), unless the drive wheels are
placed on dollies.
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[RE19000(ALL)03/95]
RWARNING
Never use a tow bar that attaches to
the bumper when you tow your
vehicle. You could damage the
bumper and cause an accident.
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If you must work with the engine running,
avoid wearing loose clothing or jewelry that
could get caught in moving parts. Take
appropriate precautions with long hair.
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Do not work on a vehicle in an enclosed
space with the engine running, unless you are
sure you have enough ventilation.
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q
Never get under a vehicle while it is
supported by a jack only. If you must work
under a vehicle, use safety stands.
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q
Keep all lit cigarettes and other smoking
materials away from the battery and all
fuel-related parts.
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[SV02250(ALL)03/95]
If you disconnect the battery, the engine must
ªrelearnº its idle conditions before your vehicle
will drive properly. To find out how the engine
does this, seeBatteryin this chapter.
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[SV02550(ALL)03/95]
Working with the engine off:
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[SV02600(ALL)03/95]
1. Set the parking brake fully and make sure
that the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park).
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[SV02625(ALL)03/95]
2. Remove the key from the ignition after you
turn the engine off.
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3. Block the wheels. This will prevent your
vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
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Working with the engine on:
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[SV02800(ALL)03/95]
1. Set the parking brake fully and make sure
that the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park).
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[SV02825(ALL)03/95]
2. Block the wheels. This will prevent your
vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
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Checking and Adding Engine Oil
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[SV13800(ALL)03/95]
Since the proper amount of engine oil is
important for safe engine operation, check the oil
using the dipstick each time you put fuel in
your vehicle. Remember the engine must be off,
the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be
parked on level ground.
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[SV13900(ALL)04/95]
Checking the engine oil level:
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1. Turn the engine off after it has warmed up
and allow a few minutes for the engine oil
to drain back into the oil pan.
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[SV14025(ALL)03/95]
2. Set the parking brake, making sure the
gearshift is securely latched in P (Park).
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[SV14100(ALL)02/95]
3. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine
heat.
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4. Locate the engine oil dipstick (highlighted in
yellow) and carefully pull it out of the
engine.
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5. Wipe the dipstick clean and put it back into
position, making sure it is fully seated.
[SV14400(ALL)02/95]
one inch art:0001397-A
Engine oil dipstick (3.0L Vulcan)
[SV14475(ALL)08/95]
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Engine oil dipstick (3.0L Duratec)
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Check for leaks at the draincock.
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Recheck the engine coolant level, using the
recommended procedure, after one or two
occasions of vehicle use.
[SV19950(ALL)04/95]
About Your Battery
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[SV20001(ALL)02/95]
Your vehicle may have a Motorcraft
maintenance-free battery. When the original
equipment battery is replaced under warranty, it
may be replaced by a Motorcraft
Low-Maintenance Battery.
[SV20850(ALL)04/95]
Because your vehicle's engine is electronically
controlled by a computer, some control
conditions are maintained by power from the
battery. If you ever disconnect the battery or
install a new battery, you must allow the
computer to ªrelearnº its idle conditions before
your vehicle will drive properly. To begin this
process, put the gearshift in P (Park), set the
parking brake, turn off all the accessories, and
start the vehicle. Bring the engine to normal
operating temperature. Allow the engine to idle
for one minute in N (Neutral) and one minute in
Drive or Overdrive. Perform the previous
procedure with the air conditioning on and off
(conditions permitting). The relearning process
will complete automatically as you drive the
vehicle.
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[SV21000(ALL)03/95]
If you do not let the engine relearn its idle, the
idle quality of your vehicle may be adversely
affected until the idle is relearned. Your vehicle
will eventually relearn its idle while you drive
it, but it takes much longer than if you use the
previous procedure.
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[SV29300(ALL)03/01]
Automatic Transaxle Fluid
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[SV29310(ALL)03/95]
Under normal circumstances, you do not need to
check the fluid level of the transaxle, since your
vehicle does not use up transaxle fluid. Refer to
theMaintenance Schedule and Recordbooklet for
replacement intervals. However, if the transaxle
is not working properly Ð for instance, the
transaxle may slip or shift slowly, or you may
notice some sign of fluid leakage Ð the fluid
level should be checked.
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[SV29340(ALL)02/93]
Checking the Automatic Transaxle Fluid
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[SV29350(ALL)02/95]
With the vehicle on a level surface and the brake
pedal fully applied, start the engine and move
the gearshift selector through all of the gears.
Allow sufficient time for each position to engage.
Securely latch the gearshift selector in the P
(Park) position. Fully set the parking brake and
leave the engine running.
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[SV29370(ALL)01/95]
Wipe off the dipstick cap and pull the dipstick
out. Wipe the indicator end clean. Put the
dipstick back into the filler tube and make sure
it is fully seated. Pull the dipstick out and read
the fluid level.
[SV29380(ALL)04/95]
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Automatic overdrive transaxle fluid dipstick
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Cooling system
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[SV46300(ALL)01/95]
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Protect against freezing temperatures.
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Battery
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[SV46500(ALL)01/95]
q
Check and recharge as necessary.
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[SV46600(ALL)01/95]
q
Keep connections clean and covered with a
light coat of grease.
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[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).
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[SV46700(ALL)01/95]
Brakes
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[SV46800(ALL)01/95]
q
Make sure brakes and parking brake are fully
released.
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Tires
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[SV47000(ALL)01/95]
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Maintain recommended air pressure.
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Miscellaneous
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[SV47200(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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[SV47300(ALL)08/95]
q
Move vehicles at least 25 feet (10 m) every 15
days to lubricate working parts to prevent
corrosion.
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348 Index
Automatic transaxle
driving with...........191, 196
fluid, adding............. 298
fluid, checking............ 297
fluid, refill capacities......... 329
fluid, specification........... 331
B
Basic vehicle warranty........... 4
Battery
acid, treating emergencies....... 218
battery saver............. 113
charging system warning light...... 76
disconnecting............. 282
jumping a disabled battery....... 217
proper disposal, recycling....... 283
replacement, specifications....... 330
servicing............... 282
when storing your vehicle....... 334
Brake fluid
brake warning light........... 75
checking and adding......... 299
specifications............. 331
Brakelamp
high-mount brakelamp........ 320
lamp out warning light......... 89
Brakes
anti-lock............... 204
anti-lock brake system
(ABS) warning light.......... 83
applying the brakes.......... 203
brake warning light........... 75
fluid, checking and adding....... 299
fluid, refill capacities......... 329
fluid, specifications.......... 331
new brake linings............ 5
noise................. 204
parking............... 205
trailer................ 215
when storing your vehicle....... 334
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