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Vehicle Storage
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Maintenance Tips
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If you plan on storing your vehicle for an
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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Store all vehicles in a dry, ventilated place.
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Protect from sunlight, if possible.
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If vehicles are stored outside, they require
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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How to use Roadside Assistance
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[HS00250(FM)06/94]
Your Roadside Assistance identification card can
be found in the Owner Guide portfolio in your
glove compartment. Complete the card and place
it in your wallet for quick reference.
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[HS00255(FM)04/95]
To receive roadside assistance in the United
States call 1-800-241-FORD (in Canada call
1-800-665-2006).
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Should you need to arrange for roadside
assistance yourself, Ford Motor Company will
reimburse the reasonable cost. To obtain
information about reimbursement call
1-800-241-FORD (in Canada call 1-800-665-2006).
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If You Have a Service Problem
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[HS00400(FM)01/95]
Ford Motor Company has authorized Ford and
Lincoln-Mercury dealerships that can service
your vehicle for you. This chapter tells you how
to get service or maintenance for your vehicle.
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Service/Maintenance Concerns
(U.S. or Canada)
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Ford recommends taking your vehicle to your
selling dealer who wants to ensure your
continued satisfaction. You may, however, take
your vehicle to any authorized Ford or
Lincoln-Mercury dealer. In most cases, your
dealer will be able to resolve your concern.
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[HS00700(FM)03/95]
If you are not satisfied with the service you
received from your dealership's service
department, talk to the service manager at the
dealership. If you still are not satisfied, talk to
the owner or general manager of the dealership.
In most cases, you will have your concern
resolved at this level.
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How does the Board Work?
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The Board consists of:
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three consumer representatives
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a Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer
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Consumer candidates for Board membership are
recruited and trained by an independent
consulting firm. Dealers are chosen because of
their business leadership qualities.
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What the Board Needs
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To have your case reviewed you must complete
the application in the DSB brochure and mail it
to the address provided on the application form.
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Your application is reviewed and, if it is
determined to be eligible, you will receive an
acknowledgment indicating:
[HS04750(FM)01/96]
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The file number assigned to your application
[HS04850(FM)01/96]
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The toll-free phone number of the DSB's
independent administrator
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Your dealership and a Ford Motor Company
representative are asked to submit statements at
this time.
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To review your case properly, the Board needs
the following information:
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legible copies of all documents and
maintenance or repair orders relevant to the
case
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the year, make, model, and Vehicle
Identification Number (VIN) listed on your
vehicle ownership license
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[HS05700(FM)05/96]
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the date of repair(s) and mileage at the time
of occurrence(s)
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the current mileage
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368 Index
Axle
lubricant specifications......... 324
refill capacities............ 318
traction lok.............. 220
B
Backing up............... 154
Basic vehicle warranty........... 4
Battery................. 285
acid, treating emergencies . . . 250, 286±287
battery saver.............. 93
charging system warning light...... 18
disconnecting............. 253
how to service............ 285
jumping a disabled battery....... 249
maintenance-free........... 285
proper disposal, recycling....... 286
replacement, specifications....... 317
servicing............... 285
voltage gauge.............. 18
when storing your vehicle....... 332
Brake fluid............... 268
brake warning light........... 15
checking and adding......... 268
description.............. 268
specifications...........269, 324
Brakelamp............... 310
bulb replacement........... 310
high-mount brakelamp........ 310
Brakes................. 145
adjustment.............. 145
anti-lock............... 145
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light............. 16
applying the brakes.......... 148
brake warning light........... 15
fluid, checking and adding....... 268
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Lights, warning and indicator (continued)
hazard warning light.......... 74
high beam............... 20
oil pressure............... 19
overdrive off............. 153
rear ABS................ 16
safety belt............... 17
service engine soon........... 17
testing the warning lights....... 138
turn signal indicator........... 71
Load limits............... 175
GAWR................ 175
GVWR................ 175
trailer towing............. 178
Locking hubs
lever operated with automatic..... 167
lever operated with manual...... 170
Lubricant specifications......... 324
Lug nuts................ 240
standard............... 243
tightening sequence......240, 247±248
Lumbar support, seats.......... 106
Lumbar support pad........... 106
M
Maintenance schedule and record
(see separate Maintenance Schedule
and Record booklet)........... 3
Maintenance (see Servicing)....... 257
Manual transmission
clutch..............158, 270
driving................ 158
fluid, checking and adding....... 285
fluid capacities............ 318
lubricant specifications......... 324
shifting gears............. 159
shift speeds.............. 161
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Index 383
Reporting safety defects......... 333
Restraints, safety (see Safety restraints)
adult............... 95,107
child................. 120
infant..............120, 122
Roadside emergencies.......... 223
Rotating the tires............ 288
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Safe driving tips............ 218
Safety belts (see Safety restraints)..... 107
Safety Compliance Certification Label.... 7
Safety defects, reporting......... 333
Safety information relating to
automotive fuels........... 297
Safety restraints
adjusting the safety belts....... 111
automatic locking mode (retractor) . . . 110
center front lap belt.......... 114
center rear lap belt.......... 114
cleaning the safety belts........ 314
dual locking mode retractors...... 109
extension assembly.......... 119
for adults.............. 107
for children............. 120
for infants............120, 122
for pregnant women........ 96,107
lap and shoulder belts......107, 111
lap belt............... 114
maintenance............. 135
proper use.............. 107
replacement............. 135
untwisting or unjamming the safety belt 116
warning light and chime........ 17
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386 Index
Tilt steering wheel............. 76
Tires.................. 287
changing............... 236
checking the pressure......... 287
cleaning............... 315
inspection and maintenance...... 287
replacing............... 289
rotating............... 288
snow tires and chains......... 292
spare tire.............236±237
storing your vehicle.......... 332
tire grades............289±290
treadwear............289±290
wear bands.............. 289
Towing your vehicle........... 254
using wheel dollies.......... 254
with a tow truck........... 254
Traction control............. 220
Traction-lok rear axle.......... 220
Trailer towing
calculating maximum trailer weight . . . 184
tips................. 212
Transfer case
fluid checking............ 285
lever operated............ 164
Transmission
automatic operation.......... 152
fluid, checking and adding (automatic) . 283
fluid, checking and adding (manual) . . 285
fluid, refill capacities......... 318
lubricant specifications......... 324
manual operation........... 158
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388 Index
Warranties................ 4
basic.................. 4
Canada................. 4
radio.................. 56
Warranty Information Booklet....... 4
Washer fluid............... 72
rear window reservoir......... 271
reservoir............... 271
windshield.............. 271
Weight limits (GAWR, GVWR)...... 175
Wheel bearings, lubricant specifications . . 324
Wheel dollies (see Towing)........ 254
Wheels
cleaning............... 315
covers..............240, 243
inspection and maintenance...... 287
lug nuts............... 240
Windows................. 84
manual windows, operating....... 84
one-touch down............. 85
power windows, operating......84±85
Windshield, washing............ 72
Windshield washer fluid and wipers.... 72
checking and adding fluid....... 271
checking and replacing wiper blades . . 273
liftgate reservoir........... 271
operation................ 72
reservoir............... 271
specifications...........272, 324
variable interval wipers.......72±73
Windshield wipers and washer....... 72
Wrecker towing............. 254
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