1997 FORD ASPIRE maintenance schedule

181
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[MC44130(ALL)01/96]
q
Underinflated tires
*
[MC44135(ALL)01/96]
q
Heavy loads
*
[MC44140(ALL)01/96]
q
Aftermarket add-ons such as bike, ski or
luggage racks, bug deflectors, etc.
[MC44145(ALL)01/96]
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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[MC47600(ALL)01/96]
Emission Control System
*
[MC47700(ALL)01/96]
Your vehicle is equipped with a catalytic
converter which enables your vehicle to comply
with applicable exhaust emission requirements.
*
[MC47750(ALL)05/96]
WARNING
Exhaust leaks may result in the entry of
harmful and potentially lethal fumes into
the passenger compartment. Under
extreme conditions excessive exhaust
temperatures could damage the fuel
system, the interior floor covering, or
other vehicle components, possibly
causing a fire.
*
[MC47800(ALL)01/96]
To make sure that the catalytic converter and the
other emission control parts continue to work
properly:
*
[MC47900(ALL)01/96]
q
Use only unleaded fuel.
*
[MC48000(ALL)01/96]
q
Avoid running out of fuel.
*
[MC48100(ALL)01/96]
q
Do not turn off the ignition while your
vehicle is moving, especially at high speeds.
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[MC48200(ALL)07/96]
q
Have the services listed in yourMaintenance
Schedulebooklet performed according to the
specified schedule.
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202
*
[CS49900(ALL)01/96]
Lubrication Specifications
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[CS50000(ALL)02/96]
The transaxle and steering systems in your
vehicle are filled at the factory with high-quality,
long-lasting lubricants or fluids that do not
require periodic draining or refilling except
under severe-duty conditions. However, when
refilling or adding is required, it should be with
the proper lubricant or fluid meeting Ford
technical specifications. See theMaintenance
Schedulebooklet for instructions on maintaining
proper fluid levels.
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Index 253
Lights, warning and indicator (continued)
service engine soon........... 13
turn signal indicator........ 45,48
Load limits............... 118
GAWR................ 118
GVWR................ 118
trailer towing............. 119
Lug nuts................ 133
standard............... 136
tightening sequence.......... 133
M
Maintenance schedule and record
(see separate Maintenance Schedule
and Record booklet).......... 3
Maintenance (see Servicing)....... 145
Maintenance (see servicing)....... 145
Manual transaxle
backing up (reverse)......... 116
clutch................ 114
shifting gears............. 115
shift speeds............. 117
Manual transmission
backing up (reverse)......... 116
clutch................ 114
shifting gears............. 115
shift speeds............. 117
Map pockets............... 54
Master cylinder, brakes......... 152
Mileage, calculating fuel economy.... 179
Mirrors.................. 51
rearview................ 51
side view mirrors............ 51
side view mirrors (manual)....... 52
Motorcraft parts............. 199
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