1997 FORD CONTOUR wiper blades

Controls and Features
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[CF13600(ALL)01/96]
Windshield Washer
[CF13700(ALL)12/95]
When the lever is pulled to activate the windshield washer, the
wipers operate for about three cycles after the spray stops.
[CF13800(ALL)12/95]
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Washing the windshield
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[CF13900(ALL)08/95]
Do not try to clean the windshield when the washer fluid
container is empty or activate the washers at any time for more
than 15 seconds continuously. This could damage the washer
pump system.
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[CF14000(ALL)01/96]
RWARNING
Always warm up the windshield with the defroster
before you use the washer fluid. In freezing weather, the
washer solution may freeze on the windshield and
obscure your vision.
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[CF14100(ALL)03/96]
For information about refilling the washer fluid or replacing
your windshield wiper blades, seeWindshield washer fluid and
Wipersin the Index.
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[MC09100(ALL)12/95]
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The windshield washer fluid reservoir
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[MC09200(ALL)01/96]
Adding washer fluid
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[MC09300(ALL)01/96]
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Do not put windshield washer fluid in the container for
the engine coolant.
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[MC09400(ALL)05/96]
If sprayed to clean the glass, engine coolant or antifreeze could
make it difficult to see through the windshield.
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[MC09500(ALL)02/96
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Use specially formulated windshield washer fluid rather than
plain water, because specially formulated washer fluids contain
additives that dissolve road grime. For safety reasons, washer
fluids containing an appropriate antifreeze such as methanol
should be used in freezing weather (temperatures below32ÊF
[0ÊC]). State or local regulations on Volatile Organic Compounds
(VOCs) may restrict use of the most common antifreeze,
methanol. Washer fluids containing non-methanol antifreeze
agents should be used only if they provide cold weather
protection without damaging the vehicle's paint finish, wiper
blades, and windshield washer system.
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[MC17000(ALL)12/95]4.
The filter is in a housing at the back of the engine
compartment, on the left side. Pull off the two clips on the
sides of the housing. Slide out the housing and filter.
[MC17100(ALL)12/95]
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Removing the passenger compartment air filter
[MC17200(ALL)12/95]5.
Slide the filter out of the housing, replace with the new
filter, and slide the housing and passenger compartment air
filter back into place. Reinstall the clips on the housing.
[MC17210(ALL)12/95]6.
Replace the grille and wiper arms.
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[MC17300(ALL)02/96]
Wiper Blades
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[MC17400(ALL)01/96]
Check the windshield wiper blades at least twice a year. Also
check them whenever they seem less effective than usual.
Substances such as tree sap and some hot wax treatments used
by commercial car washes reduce the effectiveness of wiper
blades.
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[MC17500(ALL)01/96]
If the blades do not wipe properly, clean both the windshield
and the wiper blades. Use undiluted windshield washer solution
or a mild detergent. Rinse thoroughly with clear water. Do not
use fuel, kerosene, paint thinner, or other solvents to clean your
wiper blades. These will damage your blades.
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Maintenance and Care
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[MC17600(ALL)01/96]
To make reaching the wiper blades easy, simply turn the
ignition to the ACC position and turn your wipers on. Wait for
them to reach a vertical position and turn the ignition to the
OFF position. Do not move the wipers manually. Manually
moving the wipers across the windshield may damage them.
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[MC17700(ALL)02/96]
Wiper blade replacement
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[MC17800(ALL)01/96]
If the wiper blades still do not work properly after you clean
them, you may need to replace the wiper blade assembly or the
blade element. When replacing the wiper blade assembly, blade
refill, or wiper arm always use a Motorcraft part or equivalent.
To replace the blades, follow the instructions that come with
them.
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[MC17900(ALL)01/96]
Tires
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[MC17901(O )03/96]
Checking Tire Pressure
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[MC18100(ALL)02/96]
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Use an accurate tire pressure gauge.
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[MC18200(ALL)02/96]
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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).
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[MC18400(ALL)03/96]
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Adjust tire pressure to recommended specifications found on
the Safety Compliance Certification Label.
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[MC18900(ALL)01/96]
RWARNING
Improperly inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and
can fail suddenly, possibly resulting in loss of vehicle
control.
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Index
Windshield washer fluid and wipers........... 60
checking and adding fluid.............. 189
checking and replacing wiper blades......... 202
operation....................... 60
reservoir...................... 189
specifications.................... 231
variable interval wipers................ 60
Windshield wipers and washer.............. 60
Wrecker towing.................... 174
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