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[ER19400(MBC )12/95]
Removing the anti-theft lug nut
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[ER19500(MBC )02/96]
Insert the key over the locking lug nut. Make
sure that you hold the key square to the lug nut.
If you hold the key on an angle, you may
damage the key and the lug nut.
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[ER19600(MBC )12/95]
Place the lug nut wrench over the lug nut key
and apply pressure on the key with the wrench.
Turn the wrench in a counterclockwise direction
to remove the lug nut.
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[ER19700(MBC )12/95]
Reinstalling the anti-theft lug nut
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[ER19800(MBC )12/95]
Insert the key over the locking lug nut. Place the
lug nut wrench over the lug nut key and, while
applying pressure on the key, install the lug nut.
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[ER19900( ALL)02/96]
Jump-Starting Your Vehicle
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[ER19950( ALL)02/96]
Your vehicle's battery may die if you leave the
lights on or any electrical equipment on after
you turn the engine off. If this happens, you
may be able to jump-start your vehicle with a
booster battery.
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[ER20000( 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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[ER20100( 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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[MC12700( ALL)01/96]
Checking Hoses
[MC12800( ALL)04/96]
Inspect all engine and heater system hoses and
hose connections for deterioration, leaks, and
loose hose clamps as specified in theMaintenance
Schedulebooklet. Repair or replace with
Motorcraft hoses or equivalent as necessary.
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[MC12900( ALL)05/96]
Adding Engine Coolant
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[MC13000( ALL)05/96]
RWARNING
Do not put engine coolant in the container
for the windshield washer fluid.
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[MC13100(MBC )05/96]
If sprayed to clean the glass, engine coolant or
antifreeze could make it difficult to see through
the windshield.
[MC13200(MBC )05/96]
RWARNING
Never remove the radiator cap or vent
plug while the engine is running or hot.
[MC13400(MBC )05/96]
Follow these steps to avoid personal injury that
can be caused by escaping steam or engine
coolant.
[MC13500(MBC )12/95]
1. Before you remove the cap, turn the engine
off and let it cool. Even when the engine is
cool, be careful when you remove the
radiator cap or vent plug.
[MC13700(MBC )05/96]
2. When the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth
around the cap and turn it slowly
counterclockwise to unscrew.
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[MC13800(MBC )05/96]
3. Step back while the pressure releases.
[MC13900(MBC )05/96]
4. When you are sure that all the pressure has
been released, use the cloth to press the cap
down, turn it counterclockwise, and remove
it.
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[MC29600( ALL)01/96]
Filling the Fuel Tank
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[MC29800(MBC )12/95]
The fuel door is outside the car on the passenger
side near the back. To fill the fuel tank:
[MC29830(M )04/96]
NOTE: If the fuel tank is filled while the
ignition key remains in the ªONº
position, there will be a significant
delay in fuel indication due to the
ªanti-sloshº calculations.
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[MC29900( ALL)01/96]
1. After opening the fuel filler door, remove
the cap carefully and slowly by turning it
counterclockwise 1/2 to 3/4 turn.
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[MC30000( ALL)01/96]
RWARNING
The fuel system may be under pressure. If
the fuel cap is venting vapor or if you
hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops
before completely removing the cap.
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[MC30100( ALL)01/96]
2. Put the nozzle all the way inside the fuel
filler pipe before pumping the fuel.
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[MC30200( ALL)01/96]
NOTE: If you spill any fuel on the body of
your vehicle, clean it off immediately.
The fuel may dull or soften the paint
if you do not wash it off.
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[MC30300( ALL)03/96]
3. Replace the fuel cap completely when you
are finished. Turn it clockwise 1/4 turn until
it is tight. It will click when it is fully
tightened.
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[MC30400( ALL)01/96]
4. Push the fuel door closed.
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[MC30500( ALL)01/96]
RWARNING
If you do not use the proper fuel cap, the
pressure in the fuel tank can damage the
fuel system or cause it to work improperly
in a collision.
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[MC43400( ALL)03/96]
Removing the headlamp bulb
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[MC43500( ALL)01/96]
1. Make sure that the headlamp switch is in
the OFF position.
[MC43600(M )12/95]
2. Open the hood and locate the headlamp.
[MC43700(M )12/95]
quarter page art:0011232-C
Headlamp access covers
[MC44400(M )12/95]
3. Remove the electrical connector from the
bulb by lifting the connector clip upward
while pulling the connector rearward.
[MC44600(M )12/95]
4. Remove the retaining ring by turning
counterclockwise 1/8 of a turn to free it
from the socket. Then slide the ring off the
plastic base.Keep the ring.You must use it
again to hold the new bulb in place.
[MC44700(M )12/95]
5. Carefully remove the bulb assembly from its
socket by gently pulling it rearward without
turning.
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[MC44800( ALL)03/96]
Installing the headlamp bulb
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[MC45000(MBC )01/96]
1. With the flat side of the bulb's plastic base
facing upward, insert the glass end of the
bulb into the socket. You may need to turn
the bulb left or right to line up the grooves
in the plastic base with the tabs in the
socket. When the grooves are aligned, push
the bulb into the socket until the plastic base
contacts the rear of the socket.
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[MC45200(MBC )01/96]
2. Slip the bulb retaining ring over the plastic
base until it contacts the rear of the socket.
Lock the ring into the socket by rotating it
clockwise until you feel a ªstop.º
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[MC45300( ALL)01/96]
3. Push the electrical connector into the rear of
the plastic base until it snaps, locking it into
position.
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[MC45400(MBC )01/96]
4. Turn the headlamps on and make sure that
they work properly. If the headlamp was
correctly aligned before you changed the
bulb, you should not need to align it again.
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Index 313
Circuit breakers
checking and replacing........ 189
see also fuses............. 181
Cleaning your vehicle.......... 261
CD player and discs.......... 38
chrome and aluminum parts...... 262
engine compartment......... 264
exterior............... 261
exterior lamps............ 262
fabric................ 263
headlamps.............. 262
instrument panel.......... 55,262
instrument panel lens......... 263
interior............... 263
interior lamps............ 262
mirrors................ 82
plastic parts............. 262
polishing............... 261
rustproofing............. 262
safety belts.............. 262
tail lamps.............. 262
upholstery and interior trim...... 263
washing............... 261
waxing............... 261
wheels................ 264
Climate control system.......... 55
air conditioning............ 55
heating................ 55
heating only system........... 57
Clock.................. 62
Clutch................. 167
adjusting............... 222
fluid...............222, 237
fluid reservoir..........220, 222
operation while driving........ 167
recommended shift speeds....... 169
shifting the gears........... 168
specifications............. 267
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Update:Thu Apr 3 07:52:02 1997