1997 FORD ASPIRE warning

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[GF12005(ALL)01/96]
Parking
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[GF12010(ALL)01/96]
To park your vehicle, shift into 1 (First), set the
parking brake fully, and turn off the ignition.
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[GF12015(ALL)01/96]
WARNING
Do not park your vehicle in Neutral, it
may move unexpectedly and injure
someone. Use 1 (First) gear and set the
parking brake fully.
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[GF30000(ALL)01/96]
Driving With a Heavy Load
[GF30100(ALL)04/96]
There are limits to the amount of weight your
vehicle can carry. The total weight of your
vehicle, plus the weight of the passengers and
cargo, should never be more than the Gross
Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). Also, the weight
that your vehicle carries over the front axle and
rear axle should never be more than the Gross
Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for the respective
axle.
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[GF30200(ALL)01/96]
You can find your vehicle's GVWR and GAWR
on the Safety Compliance Certification Label on
the left door lock pillar.
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[GF30300(ALL)01/96]
The weight limits of your vehicle's tires affect
the GVWR or GAWR limitations. Usage of
replacement tires with higher weight limits than
originals does not increase GVWR or GAWR.
Usage of lower capacity replacement tires may
lower GVWR and GAWR limitations.
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[GF40500(ALL)01/96]
Do not tow your manual transaxle equipped
vehicle at a speed faster than 55 mph
(88 km/h). The maximum towing distance is
unlimited.
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[GF40600(ALL)05/96]
WARNING
Never use a tow bar that attaches to the
bumper when you tow your vehicle. This
could damage the bumper and cause an
accident.
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4. Look through the transparent side of the
fuse to see if the metal wire inside is
separated. If it is, replace the fuse with one
of the same amperage only. You can use the
amp rating number on the fuse as well as
the color to identify the correct replacement.
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[ER03150(ALL)01/96]
WARNING
Always replace a fuse with one that has
the specified amperage rating. Using a
fuse with a higher amperage rating can
cause severe wire damage and could start
a fire.
[ER03155(ALL)01/96]
5. Reinstall the fuse puller on the inside of the
fuse panel cover.
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6. Install the fuse panel cover.
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[ER03165(ALL)04/96]
Even after you replace a fuse, it may continue to
blow if you do not find what caused the
overload. If the fuse continues to blow, have
your electrical system checked.
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[ER03170(ALL)01/96]
The following chart indicates the colors and
amperage ratings of standard fuses.
[ER03172(ALL)04/96]
NOTE: Some of your vehicle's components
may be protected by a fuse link. Ford
recommends that fuse links be replaced
by a qualified technician.
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twelve pica chart:0032119-B
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[ER03800(ALL)02/96]
Changing a Tire
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[ER03900(ALL)02/96]
If you get a flat tire while you are driving, do
not apply the brake heavily. Instead, gradually
decrease the speed. Hold the steering wheel
firmly and slowly move to a safe place on the
side of the road. Park on a level spot, turn off
the ignition, set the parking brake, and turn on
the hazard flashers.
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[ER04000(ALL)02/96]
The Temporary Spare Tire
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[ER04100(ALL)02/96]
You may have a high pressure temporary spare
tire. This spare tire is smaller than a regular tire
and is designed for emergency use only. Use it
only when you get a flat tire and replace it as
soon as you can. This spare tire is marked with
the words ªTEMPORARY USE ONLYº so that
you can easily identify it.
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[ER04200(ALL)02/96]
WARNING
If you use the temporary spare tire
continuously or do not follow these
precautions, the tire could fail, causing
you to lose control of the vehicle, possibly
injuring yourself or others.
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[ER08100(ALL)03/96]
WARNING
If the vehicle slips off the jack, you or
someone else could be seriously injured.
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[ER08250(ALL)01/96]
2. Get out the spare tire and jack.
[ER08275(ALL)04/96]
Remove the wheel lug wrench from the tool
kit. To remove the spare tire, turn the
hold-down bolt counterclockwise with the
wheel lug wrench. To remove the jack, turn
the jack hold-down bolt counterclockwise.
Remove the tire retaining tool from the tool
kit.
[ER08350(ALL)01/96]
3. Remove the wheelcover with the tapered
end of a wheel nut wrench. Insert the handle
of the wrench and twist it against the inner
wheelcover flange. Remove any chrome nuts
or plastic caps covering the wheel lug bolts.
[ER08400(ALL)01/96]
4. Remove the top lug bolt and insert the tire
retaining tool in its place. This will hold the
tire in place when the other lug bolts are
removed.
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[ER08650(ALL)01/96]
Removing and Replacing the Tire
[ER08700(ALL)04/96]
1. Find the jacking location near the door of
the tire that you are changing. Position the
jack and turn the handle of the jack
clockwise until the wheel is completely off
the ground.
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[ER08800(ALL)01/96]
WARNING
To lessen the risk of personal injury, do
not put any part of your body under the
vehicle while changing a tire. Do not start
the engine when your vehicle is on the
jack. The jack is only meant for changing
the tire.
[ER09200(ALL)01/96]
one third page art:0032213-A
Jack mounting position
[ER09600(ALL)04/96]
2. Remove the wheel lug bolts by using the lug
wrench. Never loosen the hub nuts. See the
illustration following Step 1Preparing to
Change the Tireif you are not sure where to
find the wheel bolts.
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3. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire. Keep
the retaining tool in place.
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WARNING
Installation of an English thread lug bolt
into a metric hub will not properly secure
the wheel to the hub. Damaged lug bolts
may result in wheel separation and
possible injury.
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[ER10200(ALL)03/96]
6. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle
counterclockwise.
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7. Remove the jack and fully tighten the wheel
lug bolts in the order shown in the
illustration under Step 1.
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8. Put the tire, jack, retaining tool and wrench
away.
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9. Secure the conventional tire where the spare
was stored with the bolt provided.
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[ER10850(ALL)03/96]
10. Unblock the wheels.
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[ER12255(ALL)02/96]
Jump-Starting Your Vehicle
[ER12260(ALL)01/96]
Your vehicle's battery may become discharged
(ªdieº) if you leave the lights or any electrical
equipment on after you turn the engine off. If
this happens, you may be able to jump-start
from a booster battery to start your vehicle.
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[ER12265(ALL)02/96]
WARNING
The gases around the battery can explode
if exposed to flames, sparks, or lit
cigarettes. An explosion could result in
injury or vehicle damage.
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[ER12270(ALL)02/96]
WARNING
To protect yourself when charging a
battery, always shield your face and eyes.
Make sure that you can breathe fresh air.
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[ER12275(ALL)02/96]
WARNING
Applying too much pressure on the ends
when lifting a battery could cause acid to
spill. Lift the battery with a carrier or
with your hands on the opposite corners.
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[ER12280(ALL)02/96]
WARNING
Batteries contain sulfuric acid which burns
skin, eyes, and clothing.
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[ER12285(ALL)02/96]
If the acid touches someone's skin, eyes, or
clothing, immediately flush the area with water
for at least 15 minutes. If someone swallows the
acid, have him or her drink lots of milk or water
first, then Milk of Magnesia, a beaten egg, or
vegetable oil. Call a doctor immediately.
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[ER12290(ALL)01/96]
WARNING
Do not push-start your vehicle. You could
damage the catalytic converter. For further
information, seeJumper Cablesin the
Index.
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[ER12295(ALL)02/96]
To avoid damaging your vehicle or your battery,
and to avoid injury to yourself, follow these
directions for preparing your vehicle to
jump-start and connecting the jumper cables in
the order they are given. If in doubt, call for
road service.
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[ER12300(ALL)02/96]
Preparing Your Vehicle
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[ER12305(ALL)02/96]
1. Your vehicle has a 12-volt starting system, so
you need to use a 12-volt jumper system.
You will damage your starting motor,
ignition system, and other electrical parts if
you connect them to a 24-volt power supply
(either two 12-volt batteries in series or a
24-volt generator set).
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Update:Tue Mar 4 08:55:59 1997