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[MC11200(ALL)05/96]
Leave the coolant in all year. Make sure that the coolant will
not freeze at the temperature level in which you usually drive
during winter months. Keep an engine coolant in your engine
that has a protection rating of at leasts20ÊF (s29ÊC).
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[MC11300(ALL)05/96]
To find out how much engine coolant mixture your vehicle's
coolant system can hold, seeRefill CapacitiesinCapacities and
Specificationschapter.
[MC11400(ALL)01/96]
You may add water by itself only in an emergency, but you
should replace it with a 50/50 mixture of water and coolant as
soon as possible.
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[MC11500(ALL)05/96]
Have your dealer check the engine cooling system for leaks if
you have to add engine coolant more than once a month, or
you have to add more than a quart (liter) at a time.
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[MC11600(ALL)01/96
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Checking Hoses
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[MC11700(ALL)01/96]
Inspect all engine and heater system hoses for deterioration,
leaks and loose clamps before adding or replacing engine
coolant. Make whatever repairs or replacements are necessary
using Motorcraft parts or their equivalents.
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[MC11800(ALL)05/96
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Engine Coolant Drain and Flush
[MC11900(ALL)01/96]
To drain and flush your engine coolant, youMUSTsee your
Ford dealer or refer to the procedure in the service manual.
Failing to do so could result in engine damage.
% [MC12000(ALL)04/96]
Power Steering Fluid
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[MC12100(ALL)01/96]
Check the level of the power steering fluid at least twice a
year (i.e., every Spring and Fall).
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[MC12200(ALL)01/96]
To check the level of your power steering fluid:
[MC12300(ALL)01/96]1.
Start the engine and let it run until the power steering fluid
reaches normal operating temperature. The power steering
fluid will reach the right temperature after at least five
minutes of idling or at least one mile (1 km) of driving.
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[CS03200(ALL)01/96]
Cooling system
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[CS03300(ALL)01/96]
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Protect your vehicle against freezing temperatures.
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[CS03400(ALL)01/96]
Battery
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[CS03500(ALL)01/96]
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Check and recharge the battery as necessary.
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[CS03600(ALL)01/96]
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Keep connections clean and covered with a light coat of
grease.
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[CS03700(ALL)01/96]
Brakes
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[CS03800(ALL)01/96]
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Make sure the brakes and parking brake are fully released.
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[CS03900(ALL)01/96]
Tires
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[CS04000(ALL)01/96]
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Maintain recommended air pressure.
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[CS04100(ALL)01/96]
Miscellaneous
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[CS04200(ALL)01/96]
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Make sure all linkages, cables, levers and clevis pins under
the vehicle are covered with grease to prevent rust.
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[CS04300(ALL)01/96]
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Lubricate working parts to prevent corrosion.
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Coolant (see Engine coolant) (continued)
refill capacities................... 334
specifications..................293, 335
temperature gauge................ 21,29
warnings...................... 292
Cooling fan...................... 279
Cupholder(s)...................... 99
Customer Assistance Center, Ford (U.S.)......... 342
Customer Assistance Centre, Ford of Canada...... 349
D
Daytime running light system.............. 97
Defrost
rear window..................... 93
windshield...................... 85
Dipstick....................... 287
automatic transaxle fluid............... 298
engine oil..................... 287
Disabled vehicle (see Towing)............. 278
Dispute Settlement Board............... 344
Doors........................ 121
door ajar warning light................ 16
lubricant specifications................ 335
Driving under special conditions
bad weather.................... 243
heavy load..................... 245
high speed..................... 243
high water..................... 244
slippery roads................... 243
tips for safe driving................. 242
towing a trailer................... 246
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