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[MC71200(ALL)01/96]
q
Lubricate all hood, door and trunk lid hinges
and latches with a light grade oil.
*
[MC71300(ALL)01/96]
q
Cover interior soft trim to prevent fading.
*
[MC71400(ALL)01/96]
q
Keep all rubber parts free from oil and
solvents.
%*
[MC71500(ALL)01/96]
Engine
*
[MC71600(ALL)01/96]
q
Start engine every 15 days. Run at fast idle
until it reaches normal operating temperature.
*
[MC71700(ALL)01/96]
q
With your foot on the brake, shift through all
the gears while the engine is running.
%*
[MC71800(ALL)01/96]
Fuel system
%*
[MC71900(ALL)01/96]
q
Fill fuel tank with high-quality unleaded fuel
until the first automatic shutoff of the fuel
pump nozzle.
*
[MC72000(ALL)01/96]
NOTE: During extended periods of vehicle
storage (60 days or more), fuel may
deteriorate due to oxidation. This can
damage rubber and other polymers in
the fuel system and may also clog
small orifices.
*
[MC72100(ALL)01/96]
Ford Gas Stabilizer should be added whenever
actual or expected storage periods exceed 60
days. Follow the instructions on the label. The
vehicle should then be operated at idle speed to
circulate the additive throughout the fuel system.
*
[MC72200(ALL)01/96]
A volatile corrosion inhibitor added to the fuel
system will protect the fuel system's inner
surfaces from corrosion. Follow the instructions
packaged with the product.
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236 %
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[MC72300(ALL)01/96]
Cooling system
*
[MC72400(ALL)01/96]
q
Protect against freezing temperatures.
%*
[MC72500(ALL)01/96]
Battery
*
[MC72600(ALL)01/96]
q
Check and recharge as necessary.
*
[MC72700(ALL)01/96]
q
Keep connections clean and covered with a
light coat of grease.
%*
[MC72800(ALL)01/96]
Brakes
*
[MC72900(ALL)01/96]
q
Make sure brakes and parking brake are fully
released.
%*
[MC73000(ALL)01/96]
Tires
*
[MC73100(ALL)01/96]
q
Maintain recommended air pressure.
*
[MC73200(ALL)01/96]
Miscellaneous
*
[MC73300(ALL)01/96]
q
Make sure all linkages, cables, levers and
clevis pins under vehicle are covered with
grease to prevent rust.
*
[MC73400(ALL)01/96]
q
Move vehicles at least 25 feet (10 m) every 15
days to lubricate working parts to prevent
corrosion.
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Index 275
Index
A
ABS warning light
(see Anti-lock brake system)....... 13
Accessory position on the ignition..... 61
Additives, engine oil.......... 190
Air bag supplemental restraint system
and child safety seats......... 113
description............104, 106
driver air bag..........104, 106
indicator light............. 11
operation.............. 106
passenger air bag........... 106
service and information labels..... 106
tone generator............ 110
Air cleaner filter, specifications...... 237
Air conditioning, electronic automatic
temperature control system....... 49
Aluminum wheels............ 214
Antenna, radio (see Electronic
sound system)........... 21,43
Antifreeze (see Engine coolant)...... 196
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
description.............. 133
see also Brake............ 133
warning light.............. 13
warninig light............. 12
Assistance (see Customer assistance) . . . 245
Audio system (see Electronic
sound system)............. 21
Autolamp system (see Headlamps)..... 63
Automatic transaxle
driving with............. 138
fluid, adding............. 201
fluid, checking............ 201
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B
Backing up............... 149
Basic vehicle warranty........... 4
Battery
acid, treating emergencies.....175, 205
disconnecting............. 178
how to service............ 203
jumping a disabled battery....... 174
maintenance-free........... 203
proper disposal, recycling....... 205
replacement, specifications....... 237
servicing............... 203
when storing your vehicle....... 236
Brake fluid
brake warning light........... 12
checking and adding......... 193
description.............. 193
Brakes
adjustment.............. 133
anti-lock............... 133
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light............. 13
applying the brakes.......... 133
brake warning light........... 12
fluid, checking and adding....... 193
fluid, refill capacities......... 193
front disc............... 133
if brakes do not grip well....... 133
master cylinder............ 193
new brake linings............ 6
noise................. 133
parking............... 135
power braking............ 133
servicing............... 193
when storing your vehicle....... 236
Break-in period.............. 6
Brights (high beams)............ 15
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Index 279
D
Daytime running light system....... 63
Defects, reporting............ 243
Dipstick
automatic transaxle fluid....... 201
engine oil.............. 191
power steering fluid......... 199
Disabled vehicle (see Towing)...... 179
Doors.................. 76
Driving under special conditions
heavy load.............. 151
towing a trailer............ 153
E
Electrical system, relays......... 165
Electronic radio with cassette
(see Electronic sound system)...... 34
Electronic sound system
antenna................ 43
radio reception............. 43
tuning the radio.......... 23,37
warranty and service information.... 46
Electronic stereo cassette radio
(see Electronic sound system)...... 34
Electronic stereo radio (see Electronic
sound system)............. 34
Emergencies, roadside
assistance.............. 245
battery acid spills.........175, 206
fuel................. 219
jump-starting............. 174
towing................ 179
Emergency brake (parking brake)..... 134
Emission control system
catalytic converter.......... 222
emissions warranty......... 4,222
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284 Index
K
Keys
positions of the ignition......... 61
stuck in lock position.......... 61
L
Lamps
checking............... 225
daytime running light system...... 63
dome lamps.............. 58
flashing the lamps............ 66
fog lamps............... 57
hazard flashers............ 155
instrument panel, dimming....... 58
interior lamps.............. 58
replacing bulbs............ 225
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal).......... 62,67
Lights, warning and indicator
airbag................. 11
anti-lock brakes (ABS).......... 13
brake................. 12
check engine.............. 15
engine oil pressure........... 17
hazard warning light......... 155
high beam............... 15
oil pressure............... 17
rear ABS................ 13
safety belt............... 11
service engine soon........... 15
testing the warning lights....... 126
turn signal indicator......... 62,67
Load limits
GAWR................ 151
GVWR................ 151
trailer towing............. 153
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Lug nuts
standard............... 171
tightening sequence.......... 170
M
Maintenance schedule and record
(see separate Maintenance Schedule
and Record booklet).......... 3
Maintenance (see Servicing)....... 183
Maintenance (see servicing)....... 183
Manual transaxle
backing up (reverse)......... 149
clutch................ 147
shifting gears............. 148
shift speeds............. 150
Map pockets............... 80
Master cylinder, brakes......... 193
Mileage, calculating fuel economy.... 220
Mirrors
rearview................ 78
side view mirrors............ 78
Moon roof................ 74
Motorcraft parts............. 237
N
National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration............ 243
New vehicle break-in........... 6
O
Octane rating.............. 217
Odometer
description............... 19
trip odometer............. 19
Oil filter..............192, 237
Oil (see Engine oil)........... 190
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286 Index
Oil viscosity.............. 190
On-board diagnostic (OBD II) system . . . 224
Order forms, service information...... 24
Overseas offices............. 254
P
Parking brake
operation............... 135
warning light.............. 12
Parts (see Motorcraft Parts)........ 237
PCV valve, specifications......... 237
Power door locks............. 76
Power features
door locks............... 76
mirrors................. 78
moon roof............... 74
windows................ 77
Power steering
dipstick............... 199
driving with power steering...... 137
fluid, checking and adding....... 199
servicing............... 137
Prop rod, hood............. 186
R
Radio (see Electronic sound systems).... 21
Rear window............... 77
washer reservoir........... 195
Regulations, National Highway Traffic
Safety Administration......... 243
Relays................. 165
Remote entry system
replacement/additional transmitters.... 88
replacing the batteries.......... 87
Reporting safety defects......... 243
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