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[ER07300(ALL)01/96]
10-1/2 pica
art:0040172-B
The spare tire in the lowered position
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[ER07400(ALL)01/96]4.
Continue to turn the hex nut counterclockwise until the
spare tire retainer can be seen for removal.
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[ER07500(ALL)01/96]5.
Remove the retainer from the center of the wheel. It may be
necessary to lift one end of the tire to disengage the retainer.
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[ER07600(ALL)01/96]
10-1/2 pica
art:0040173-B
Removing the spare tire retainer
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[ER08900(ALL)01/96]
13-1/2 pica
art:0050045-A
Wheel cover removal (optional cast aluminum wheels)
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[ER09000(ALL)01/96]4.
Fit the hex-shaped end of the lug wrench over the wheel lug
nuts and loosen them one-half turn (counterclockwise). Do
not remove the wheel lug nuts until you raise the tire off the
ground.
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[ER09100(ALL)01/96]
If your vehicle has the optional locking lug nuts, you must
use the lug nut removal tool provided with your vehicle's
tool kit.
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[ER09200(ALL)01/96]
7-1/2 pica art:0040182-A
Anti-theft lug nut
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[ER09300(ALL)01/96]5.
Fit the jack under the proper jacking point indicated by the
notch in the bottom of the door frame panel.
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[ER10300(ALL)01/96]
17-1/2 pica
art:0050118-A
The jack and handle assembly
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[ER10400(ALL)01/96]7.
Turn the lug nut wrench (attached to the jack handle)
clockwise to raise the vehicle off the ground.
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[ER10500(ALL)01/96]8.
Remove the wheel lug nuts with the lug nut wrench.
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[ER10600(ALL)01/96]9.
Remove the flat tire and replace it with the spare tire.
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[ER10700(ALL)01/96]10.
Place the wheel lug nuts on the spare tire. Use the lug nut
wrench to screw the lug nuts snug against the wheel, but do
not tighten fully.
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[ER10800(ALL)01/96]11.
Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle
counterclockwise.
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[ER10900(ALL)01/96]12.
Use the wheel lug wrench to tighten lug nuts in the
appropriate sequence. Re-check for complete tightness.
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[ER11000(ALL)01/96]
7-1/2 pica art:0040176-A
Lug nut tightening sequence
[ER11100(ALL)01/96]
The lug nuts should be tightened to 83-113 ft-lb (113-153 Nm).
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[ER11200(ALL)01/96]13.
Replace the wheel cover by pressing it into place. If you
have the standard wheel covers, you must align the notch in
the wheel cover with the tire's valve stem and align the
recess in the back of the wheel cover with one of the lug
nuts. If you have the optional aluminum wheel, press the
center wheel cap into place after matching up the design of
the wheel cap to the wheel.
[ER11300(ALL)01/96]14.
Replace the jack in the storage compartment and make sure
the jack is securely fastened.
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[ER11400(ALL)01/96]15.
Store the flat tire under the vehicle just as you would store
the spare tire. Refer to the section onStowing the Spare Tire
in this chapter.
[ER11500(ALL)01/96]16.
Unblock the wheels.
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[ER11600(ALL)01/96]
Retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque at 500 miles
(800 km) of operation, after any wheel change, or any time the
lug nuts are loosened.
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[MC09800(ALL)05/96]
Never remove the radiator cap while the engine is running or
hot. If you must remove the radiator cap, follow these steps to
avoid personal injury that can be caused by escaping steam or
engine coolant.
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[MC09900(ALL)05/96]1.
Turn the engine off and let it cool before removing the
radiator cap. You should exercise care when removing the
cap, even from a cooled engine.
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[MC10000(ALL)05/96]2.
When the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth around the cap
and turn it slowly counterclockwise to the first stop.
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[MC10100(ALL)05/96]3.
Step back while the pressure is released.
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[MC10200(ALL)05/96]4.
When you are sure that all the pressure has been released,
use the cloth to press, turn, and remove cap.
[MC10300(ALL)01/96]5.
Stand away from the radiator opening while removing the
cap. Hot steam may blow out or hot engine coolant may
splash out.
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[MC10400(ALL)05/96
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Freezing Protection
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[MC10500(ALL)05/96]
The factory-installed solution of Ford Premium Cooling System
Fluid and water will protect your vehicle tos35ÊF (s37ÊC).
Check the freeze protection rating of the engine coolant at least
once a year, just before winter.
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Add engine coolant only to the engine coolant recovery
reservoir Ð not to the radiator. If the coolant level is low, add
to the engine coolant recovery reservoir a 50/50 mixture of
water and the type of engine coolant that Ford specifies. If the
coolant recovery reservoir is empty, you should also check the
radiator to see if it is low. Check the coolant level again the
next few times you drive your vehicle.
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Maintenance and Care
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[MC16700(ALL)07/96]
Wiper Blade Replacement
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[MC16800(ALL)01/96]
If the wipers still do not work properly after you clean them,
you may need to replace the wiper blade assembly. When
replacing the wiper blade assembly always use a Motorcraft part
or equivalent.
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[MC16900(ALL)08/95]
To replace the wiper blades:
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[MC17000(ALL)01/96]1.
Pull the wiper arm away from the windshield and into the
lock position.
[MC17100(ALL)01/96]2.
Turn the blade at an angle from the wiper arm. Squeeze the
lock tabs of the plastic clip together to release the blade and
pull the wiper blade down toward the windshield to remove
it from the arm.
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[MC17200(ALL)08/95]3.
Attach a new wiper blade to the wiper arm and press it into
place until you hear it click.
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[MC17300(ALL)01/96]
Tires
[MC17400(ALL)04/96]
Look at your tires each time you fill your fuel tank. If one tire
looks lower than the others, check the pressure in all of them.
[MC17500(ALL)01/96]
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Keep your tires inflated to the recommended pressures. See
Checking the pressure of the tireslater in this chapter.
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[MC17600(ALL)01/96]
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Stay within the recommended load limits. SeeDriving with a
heavy loadin the Index.
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[MC17700(ALL)03/96]
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Make sure the weight of your load is evenly distributed.
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[MC17800(ALL)03/96]
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Adjust tire pressure to recommended specifications found on
the Safety Compliance Certification Label.
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[MC17900(ALL)03/96]
If you do not take these precautions, your tires may fail or go
flat.
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[MC24700(ALL)01/96]
In some parts of the country, ªregularº grade fuels are sold
with octane ratings of 86 or even less especially in high altitude
areas. We recommend that you do not use these fuels. Always
use a fuel with an octane rating of at least 87, even if it is sold
as a ªmidgradeº or ªpremium.º
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[MC24800(ALL)03/96
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Do not be concerned if your vehicle sometimes knocks lightly.
However, if it knocks heavily under most driving conditions on
the recommended octane rated fuel, see your dealer or a
qualified service technician to prevent any engine damage.
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[MC24900(ALL)05/96
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Fuel quality
[MC25000(ALL)04/96]
If your vehicle has problems starting, rough idle, or hesitation
problems when the engine is cold, it may be caused by fuel
with low volatility. Try a different brand of fuel. If the
condition persists, see your dealer or qualified service
technician.
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[MC25100(ALL)05/96]
It should not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to
your fuel tank if you continue to use a high-quality fuel.
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[MC25200(ALL)05/96]
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minimizing deposits in fuel injectors, combustion chambers
and on intake valves.
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[MC25300(ALL)05/96]
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assuring quick starting and smooth warm-up.
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[MC25400(ALL)05/96]
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protecting the fuel system from vapor lock in very hot
weather, which causes the engine to hesitate or stall and
makes restarts difficult.
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[MC25500(ALL)05/96]
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protecting your fuel system from rusting.
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[MC25600(ALL)05/96]
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preventing the fuel lines from freezing.
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[MC25700(ALL)05/96]
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preventing the fuel system from ªgumming upº when your
vehicle is not used for long periods of time.
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[MC25800(ALL)05/96]
It should not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to
your fuel tank if you continue to use a high-quality fuel.
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[MC35700(ALL)01/96]
To install a bulb:
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[MC35800(ALL)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. Do not touch the
glass with your fingers.
[MC35900(ALL)01/96]2.
Snap the retaining clip over the plastic base.
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[MC36000(ALL)01/96]3.
Push the electrical connector into the rear of the plastic base
until it snaps, locking it into place.
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[MC36100(ALL)01/96]4.
Turn the headlamps on and make sure that they work
properly. If the headlamp was correctly aligned before you
changed bulbs, you should not need to align it again.
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Replacing the Taillamp Bulbs
[MC36300(ALL)01/96]
To remove a bulb:
[MC36400(ALL)01/96]1.
Open the liftgate.
[MC36500(ALL)01/96]2.
Remove two screws along top edge of taillamp lens.
[MC36600(ALL)01/96]3.
Grasp lens with fingers at point B and pull side of lens out
until snap attachment releases.
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