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Charging System Warning LightThis light comes on when you turn your ignition
key from OFF to ON (engine off). The light should
go out when the engine starts and the alternator
begins to charge.
If this light stays on or comes on while your engine
is running, this tells you that your battery is not
being charged and that you need to have the
electrical system checked as soon as possible.
Engine Oil Pressure LightThis light indicates the lack of engine oil pressure,
not the oil level. However, if your engine's oil level
is low, it could affect the oil pressure. The light
should come on every time your ignition key is
turned to ON or START, and should go out when
the engine starts. If the light stays on or turns on
while the engine is running, you have lost oil
pressure and continued operation will cause severe
engine damage.
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232BatteryYour vehicle may have a Motorcraft
maintenance-free battery. When the original
equipment battery is replaced under warranty it
may be replaced by a low-maintenance battery. See
Motorcraft Partsat the end of this chapter for the
proper replacement battery.
The low-maintenance battery has removable vent
caps for checking the electrolyte level and adding
water. The electrolyte level should be checked at
least every 24 months or 24,000 miles
(40,000 km) in temperatures up to90ÊF(32ÊC)
and more often in temperatures above90ÊF(32ÊC).
Keep the electrolyte level in each cell up to the
level indicator. Do not overfill.
If the level gets low, refill the battery with distilled
water. If necessary, you can add tap water to the
battery, provided the water is not hard or does not
have a high mineral or alkali content. If the battery
needs water quite often, have the charging system
checked for a possible malfunction.
Help Us Protect Our EnvironmentFord Motor Company strongly recommends that
used lead-acid batteries be returned to an
authorized recycling facility for disposal.
Battery recycling symbolBecause your vehicle's engine is electronically
controlled by a computer, some control conditions
are maintained by power from the battery. If you
ever disconnect the battery or install a new battery,
you must allow the computer to ªrelearnº its idle
conditions before your vehicle will drive properly.
To let the engine do this, put the gearshift in P
(Park), turn off all the accessories, and start the
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Engineq
Start engine every 15 days. Run at fast idle
until it reaches normal operating temperature.
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With your foot on the brake, shift through all
the gears while the engine is running.
Fuel systemq
Fill fuel tank with high-quality, premium
unleaded fuel until the first automatic shutoff of
the fuel pump nozzle.
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.
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.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.
Cooling systemq
Protect against freezing temperatures.
Batteryq
Check and recharge as necessary.
q
Keep connections clean and covered with a
light coat of grease.
q
If storing your vehicle for more than 30 days
without recharging the battery, disconnect the
battery cables to ensure battery charge is
maintained for quick starting. NOTE: If battery
cables are disconnected, it will be necessary to
reset any memory features (eg. radio presets).
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296Anti-theft system
arming the system.......... 116
description............. 116
disarming an untriggered system.... 118
disarming a triggered system...... 118
triggering............. 118
Appeals (see Dispute settlement board) . . 266
Ashtray(s)............... 73
Assistance (see Customer assistance) . . . 265
Audio system (see Electronic
sound system)............ 33
Autolamp system (see Headlamps).... 70
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic overdrive..... 173
fluid, adding............. 231
fluid, checking............ 230
fluid, refill capacities......... 258
fluid, specification.......... 259Axle
lubricant specifications........ 259
refill capacities............ 258
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Basic vehicle warranty........... 3
Battery................ 232
battery saver............. 115
charging system warning light..... 15
disconnecting............ 232
how to service............ 232
jumping a disabled battery....... 204
maintenance-free........... 232
proper disposal, recycling....... 232
replacement, specifications....... 257
servicing.............. 232
when storing your vehicle....... 261
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298Charging system warning light...... 15
Childproof locks............ 96
Child safety restraints.......... 140
child safety belts........... 158
child safety seats........... 141
Child safety seats
and air bags............. 141
attaching with tether straps...... 158
automatic locking mode
(retractor)........130, 141, 143
in front seat..........141, 143
in rear outboard seat......141, 151
in rear seat............. 141
tether anchorage hardware...... 158
Chime
headlamps on............ 32
key in ignition............ 75
safety belt.............. 13
Circuit breakers, checking and replacing . . 191Cleaning your vehicle
chrome and aluminum parts...... 253
exterior............... 253
exterior lamps............ 254
fabric................ 255
headlamps.............. 254
instrument panel........... 254
interior............... 255
interior lamps............ 254
mirrors............... 90
plastic parts............. 254
polishing.............. 253
rustproofing............. 254
safety belts............. 254
tail lamps.............. 254
upholstery and interior trim...... 255
washing............... 253
waxing............... 253
wheels............... 255
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302Fuel
calculating fuel economy....... 244
capacity............... 258
choosing the right fuel........ 240
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates......... 244
filling your vehicle with fuel...... 239
filter, specifications.......... 257
fuel filler door release lever...... 239
fuel gauge.............. 17
octane rating............ 241
quality............... 241
running out of fuel.......... 243
safety information relating to
automotive fuels.......... 242
storing your vehicle......... 261
treating emergencies......... 242
Fuel cap
removing.............. 239
replacing.............. 239Fuel filler door
remote release............ 239
Fuel filter, specifications......... 257
Fuel gauge............... 17
Fuel pump shut-off switch
engine does not start......... 181
starting after a collision........ 181
Fuse panels
engine compartment......... 187
instrument panel........... 190
Fuses
charts............185, 190
checking and replacing........ 190
circuit breakers........... 191
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Gas cap (see Fuel cap).......... 239
Gas mileage (see Fuel economy)..... 244
Gasoline (see Fuel)........... 239
Gauges, Electronic
charging system gauge........ 15
engine coolant temperature gauge . . . 10
fuel gauge.............. 17
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Lamps
autolamp delay system........ 70
checking.............. 248
daytime running light system..... 68
flashing the lamps.......... 76
hazard flashers............ 78
headlamps............. 69
high beams............. 76
interior lamps............ 71
replacing bulbs........... 248
Lane change indicator (see Turn signal) . . 75
Lap belts............... 134
Lights, warning and indicator
airbag............... 14
brake................ 12
charging system........... 15
check engine............ 14
door ajar.............. 32
engine oil pressure.......... 15
hazard warning light......... 78
high beam............. 13low washer fluid........... 31
oil pressure............. 15
overdrive off............. 31
safety belt.............. 13
trunk ajar.............. 32
turn signal indicator......... 17
Load limits
GAWR............... 177
GVWR............... 177
trailer towing............ 179
Lubricant specifications......... 259
Luggage compartment.......... 104
Lug nuts
anti-theft.............. 203
standard.............. 196
tightening sequence......... 194
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