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Engine Oil Recommendations
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We recommend using Motorcraft oil or an
equivalent oil meeting Ford Specification
ESE-M2C153-E and displaying the American
Petroleum Institute CERTIFICATION MARK on
the front of the container.
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The API Certification Mark
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[SV13670(ALL)01/95]
Neveruse:
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ªNon-Detergentº oils
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Oils labeled API SA, SB, SC, SD, SE, SF or SG
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Additional engine oil additives, oil treatments
or engine treatments
[SV13710(ALL)02/95]
Engine oils with an SAE 5W-30 viscosity are
PREFERREDfor your vehicle. They provide the
best engine performance, fuel economy and
engine protection for all climates down to-15ÊF
(-25ÊC).
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Synthetic engine oils which are CERTIFIED and
of the preferred viscosity may be used in your
engine. The engine oil and oil filter must still be
changed according to the maintenance schedule.
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5. Reinstall the water shield, sliding it from the
center of the vehicle toward the fender. As
you position it over the filter, guide the
hinged flap on the left side of the shield
down between the filter and the fender.
Slide the shield toward the fender until the
holes on the shield align with the holes on
the vehicle body. Reinstall the two screws
that hold the shield in place.
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6. Reinstall the leaf screen. Tuck the left rear
corner of the screen under the top of the
fender, then lower the screen into position.
Reinstall the four retainers, turning them 90Ê
to lock them into place. Reinstall the vacuum
line hose clips and the one loose clip in the
notches in the leaf screen.
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Tires
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Look at your tires each time you fill your fuel
tank. If one tire looks lower than the others,
check the pressure in all of them. Always follow
these precautions:
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Keep your tires inflated to the recommended
pressures.
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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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Tire chains may affect vehicle handling. Drive
carefully and avoid hard braking.
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Do not use chains on temporary spare tires.
They may damage the vehicle and the tire.
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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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Cleaning the Wheels
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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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NOTE: Before going to a car wash, find out if
the brushes are abrasive.
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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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352 Index
Engine coolant
checking and adding......... 276
checking hoses............ 277
preparing for storage......... 334
recovery reservoir........... 276
refill capacities............ 329
specifications............. 331
Engine coolant temperature gauge,
description............... 84
Engine fan............... 256
Engine oil
changing oil and oil filter....... 275
checking and adding......... 274
dipstick............... 274
engine oil pressure warning light..... 77
filter, specifications.......... 330
refill capacities............ 329
specifications............. 331
synthetic oil............. 273
ªbreak-inº oils............. 6
Entry system, keyless.......... 128
Exhaust fumes.............. 71
Extended Service Plan, Ford........ 5
F
Flashers, hazard............. 118
Flashing the lights............ 116
Flat tire................. 221
Floor mats............... 152
Fluid refill capacities........... 329
Ford Customer Assistance Center..... 238
Ford Dispute Settlement Board...... 239
Ford Extended Service Plan........ 5
Ford Motor Company of Canada..... 243
Ford of Canada Customer
Assistance Centre........... 243
Foreign registration........... 245
French owner guides, how to obtain.... 3
Fuel
calculating fuel economy........ 270
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Fuel (continued)
capacity............... 329
filling your vehicle with fuel...... 263
filter, specifications.......... 330
fuel gauge............... 84
octane rating............. 265
running out of fuel.......... 270
storing your vehicle.......... 333
treating emergencies......... 268
Fuel cap
removing.............. 263
replacing............... 265
Fuel filter, specifications......... 330
Fuel gauge................ 84
Fuel pump shut-off switch, starting after a
collision................ 68
Fuse panels
instrument panel........... 305
power distribution box........ 309
Fuses, checking and replacing...... 312
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap).......... 263
Gas mileage (see Fuel economy)..... 270
Gasoline (see Fuel)........... 263
Gauges, Mechanical
engine coolant temperature gauge.... 84
fuel gauge............... 84
odometer............... 85
speedometer.............. 85
tachometer............... 86
trip odometer............. 86
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
definition.............. 209
location............... 209
Gearshift
column-mounted........... 193
console-mounted........... 199
locking the gearshift.......... 61
shift-lock.............192, 197
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Index 357
M
Maintenance (see Servicing)....... 255
Master cylinder, brakes......... 299
Methanol in fuel............ 267
MicronHair filter............ 286
Mileage, calculating fuel economy.... 270
Mirrors
dual electric remote control...... 153
heated................ 104
vanity mirror, illuminated....... 155
Moon roof............... 143
Motorcraft parts............. 330
N
National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration............ 243
O
Octane rating.............. 265
Odometer
description............... 85
trip odometer............. 86
Oil filter................ 330
Oil (see Engine oil)........... 273
Oil viscosity.............. 273
On-board diagnostic (OBD II) system . . . 327
Overdrive.............194, 200
P
Panic alarm feature, remote
entry system............. 135
Parking brake
operation.............. 205
warning light.............. 75
Parts (see Motorcraft Parts)....... 330
PCV valve, specifications........ 330
Phone, cellular............. 158
Power distribution box (see Fuses).... 309
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