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nuts in the order shown in the following
illustration. As soon as possible, have your
dealer or a qualified service technician check
the lug nuts for proper torque specifications.
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sure the jack is securely fastened so it does
not rattle when you drive.
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11. Turn the air suspension ON (if so equipped).
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Installation of the black dust shield
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When installing the full size tire, reinstall the
black dust shield by orienting and sliding the
shield until it is flush with the hub/rotor
assembly.
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extended period of time (60 days or more), refer
to the following maintenance recommendations
to ensure your vehicle stays in good operating
condition.
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General
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regular maintenance to protect against rust
and damage.
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Body
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Wash vehicle thoroughly to remove dirt,
grease, oil, tar or mud from exterior surfaces,
rear wheel housing and underside of front
fenders.
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Periodically wash vehicles stored in exposed
locations.
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Touch-up raw or primed metal to prevent
rust.
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Cover chrome and stainless steel parts with a
thick coat of auto wax to prevent
discoloration. Re-wax as necessary when the
vehicle is washed.
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Lubricate all hood, door and trunk lid hinges
and latches with a light grade oil.
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Cover interior soft trim to prevent fading.
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Keep all rubber parts free from oil and
solvents.
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Index 307
Lamps (continued)
flashing the lamps........... 95
hazard flashers............. 98
headlamps............... 87
high beams.............. 95
high-mount brakelamp........ 250
illuminated entry system....... 108
illuminated mirrors.......... 106
instrument panel, dimming....... 89
interior lamps........... 86,89
replacing bulbs............ 248
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal)............ 94
Lights, warning and indicator
airbag............... 13,25
air suspension............. 15
anti-lock brakes (ABS)........ 11,41
brake............... 10,42
charging system.......... 13,26
check engine............ 16,25
door ajar................ 39
engine oil pressure......... 20,27
hazard warning light.......... 98
high beam............. 15,25
low fuel................ 15
low washer fluid............ 39
oil pressure............ 20,27
overdrive off............ 14,38
safety belt............. 12,24
service engine soon......... 16,25
trunk ajar............... 40
turn signal indicator...... 16,28,94
Load limits............... 173
GAWR................ 173
GVWR................ 173
trailer towing............. 175
Lubricant specifications......... 259
Lug nuts................ 194
standard............... 195
tightening sequence.......... 199
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308 Index
M
Maintenance schedule and record
(see separate Maintenance Schedule
and Record booklet)........... 3
Maintenance (see Servicing)....... 209
Master cylinder, brakes......... 218
Message center
door ajar................ 39
english/metric button.......... 32
low washer fluid............ 39
reset button.............. 32
select button.............. 32
trunk ajar............... 40
Mirrors................. 104
automatic dimming rearview mirror . . 104
rearview............... 104
side view mirrors........... 110
side view mirrors (power)....... 110
vanity mirror, illuminated....... 106
Motorcraft parts............. 257
N
New vehicle break-in........... 6
O
Octane rating.............. 239
Odometer............... 19,31
description............. 19,31
trip odometer.............. 19
Oil filter..............217, 257
Oil (see Engine oil)........... 215
Oil viscosity.............. 215
On-board diagnostic (OBD II) system . . . 247
Overdrive................ 172
Overseas offices............. 274
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Index 309
P
Panic alarm feature, remote
entry system............. 120
Parking brake.............. 163
operation.............. 163
warning light............ 10,42
Parts (see Motorcraft Parts)....... 257
PCV valve, specifications........ 257
Power distribution box (see Fuses).... 179
Power door locks............ 108
Power features
antenna................ 52
door locks.............. 108
lumbar support............ 127
mirrors.............104, 110
seats................. 126
windows............... 109
Power steering
dipstick............... 226
driving with power steering...... 166
fluid, checking and adding...... 226
fluid, refill capacity.......... 258
fluid, specifications.......... 259
servicing............... 166
R
Radio (see Electronic sound systems).... 45
Rear air suspension system....... 167
Rear axle
lubricant specification......... 259
refill capacity............. 258
Rearview mirror............ 104
Rear window.............. 109
defroster................ 85
washer reservoir........... 220
Refill capacities for fluids........ 258
Relays................. 179
Remote control, trunk........... 92
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310 Index
Remote entry system........... 118
locking/unlocking doors........ 119
opening the trunk........... 119
panic alarm.............. 120
replacement/additional transmitters . . . 121
replacing the batteries......... 120
Restraints, safety (see Safety restraints)
adult...............123, 127
child................. 142
head................. 123
infant................ 142
Reverse................. 170
Roadside assistance........... 265
Roadside emergencies.......... 179
Rotating the tires............ 233
S
Safe driving tips............. 175
Safety belts (see Safety restraints)..... 127
Safety information relating to
automotive fuels........... 241
Safety restraints
adjusting the safety belts....129, 132, 135
automatic locking mode........ 131
automatic locking mode (retractor) . . . 131
cleaning the safety belts........ 254
extension assembly.......... 136
for adults.............. 127
for children.............. 142
for infants.............. 142
for pregnant women.......... 127
head................. 123
lap and shoulder belts.......127, 129
maintenance............. 137
proper use.............. 127
replacement............. 137
warning light and chime....... 12,24
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Index 313
Towing a trailer (see Trailer towing) . . . 175
Towing your vehicle.......... 207
using wheel dollies.......... 207
with a tow truck........... 207
Traction assist............. 165
Traction-lok rear axle.......... 165
Transmission
automatic operation.......... 168
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic)............ 228
fluid, refill capacities......... 258
lubricant specifications........ 259
Transmission control switch....... 171
Transmitter (see Remote entry)...... 118
Trip odometer.............. 19
Trunk
remote release lever........... 92
trunk ajar warning light......... 40
using the remote entry system to open . 119
Tune-up specifications (VECI)...... 247
Turn signal................ 94
indicator lights........... 16,28
lever................. 94
U
Used engine oil, disposal........ 217
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