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center of the NORMAL band).
2. While the engine idles, turn the
steering wheel left and right
several times.
3. Turn the engine off.
4. Check the fluid level in the
reservoir. It should be between the
MIN and MAX lines. Do not add
fluid if the level is in this range.
5. If the fluid is low, add fluid in
small amounts, continuously
checking the level until it reaches
the range between the MIN and
MAX lines. Be sure to put the cap
back on the reservoir.
TRANSMISSION FLUID
Checking and adding automatic
transmission fluid
Follow the scheduled service
intervals outlined in the ªService
Guide.º
Before adding any fluid, make sure
the correct type is used. The type
of fluid used is normally indicated
on the dipstick and/or dipstick
handle and also in theLubricant
specificationssection in the
Capacities and specifications
chapter.
Do not drive the vehicle if the fluid
level is below the hole at the
bottom of the dipstick and outside
temperatures are above 10ÉC
(50ÉF).
Your transaxle does not use up
fluid. However, it is recommended
that you check the transmission
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SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS
Snow tires must be the
same size and grade as the
tires you currently have on your
vehicle.
The tires on your vehicle have all
weather treads to provide traction
in rain and snow. However, in some
climates, you may need to use
snow tires and chains. If you need
to use snow tires and chains, you
must install steel wheels of the
same size and specifications as
those originally installed.
Follow these guidelines when using
snow tires and chains:
²Use only SAE Class S chains.
²Install chains securely, verifying
that the chains do not touch any
wiring, brake lines or fuel lines.
²Drive cautiously. If you hear the
chains rub or bang against your
vehicle, stop and re-tighten the
chains. If this does not work,
remove the chains to prevent
damage to your vehicle.
²If possible, avoid fully loading
your vehicle.
²Do not use tire chains on
aluminum wheels. Chains may
chip the wheels.
²Do not use tire chains with
38 cm (15 inch) wheel/tire
options. Using chains on this
size tire may cause damage to
steering, suspension and/or body
components.
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FluidFord Part
NameApplication Capacity
Engine oil
(includes filter
change)Motorcraft 5W30
Super Premium
Motor OilZX2 4.25L
(4.5 quarts)
Sedan/wagon 3.8L
(4.0 quarts)
Fuel tank
capacityN/A All 48.5L
(12.8 gallons)
Power steering
fluidMotorcraft
MERCONtAT FAll Fill to line in
reservoir
Transmission
fluid
Motorcraft
MERCONtAT FAutomatic
transaxles3.9L
(4.1 quarts)
Manual
transaxles3.35L
(3.55 quarts)
Windshield
washer fluidUltra-Clear
Windshield
Washer
ConcentrateAll 2.2L
(2.32 quarts)
LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS
FluidFord Part
Name or
EquivalentFord Part
NumberFord
Specification
Brake master
cylinderHigh
Performance
DOT 3 Motor
Vehicle Brake
FluidC6AZ-19542-AB ESA-M6C25-A
Door latch, hood
latch, auxiliary
hood latch,
trunk latchMulti-Purpose
GreaseDOAZ-19584-AA ESR-M1C159-A
and
ESA-M1C93-A
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FluidFord Part
Name or
EquivalentFord Part
NumberFord
Specification
Lock cylinder Penetrating
lubricantE8AZ-19A501-B N/A
Automatic
transmissionMotorcraft
MERCONtAT FXT-2-QDX MERCONt
Manual
transmissionMotorcraft
MERCONtAT FXT-2-QDX MERCONt
Engine oil Motorcraft 5W30
Super Premium
Motor OilXO-5W30-QSP WSS-M2C153-G
and API
Certification
Mark
Constant
velocity jointsCV Joint Grease
(High Temp.)E43Z-19590-A ESP-M1C207-A
Engine coolant Ford Premium
Cooling System
FluidE2FZ-19549-AA ESE-M97B44-A
Power steering
reservoirMotorcraft
MERCONtAT FXT-2-QDX MERCONt
ENGINE DATA
Engine 2.0L-2V engine 2.0L-4V Zetec engine
Cubic inches 121 121
Horsepower 110 @ 5000 rpm 130 @ 5750 rpm
Torque 125 lb. ft. @
3750 rpm127 lb-ft. @ 4250 rpm
Required fuel grade 87 octane 87 octane
Firing order 1-3-4-2 1-3-4-2
Spark plug gap 1.3-1.4 mm
(0.052-.056 inch)1.22-1.32 mm
(0.048-.052 inch)
Ignition system DIS DIS
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High beams
indicator light ...........................10
Hood
release lever ............................128
Ignition
positions of the ignition ...........26
Instrument panel
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................17
Jump-starting your
vehicle .................................118,120
attaching cables ......................119
disconnecting cables ..............120
Keys
key in ignition chime ...............12
Lamps
dome lamps ........................36,171
fog lamps .................................167
headlamps ...............................165
high-mount brakelamp ...........167
interior lamps ....................36,171
map lamps ..........................36,172
tail lamps .................................169
License plate lamps ..................171
Lights, warning and indicator
air bag ..........................................9
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ............10
anti-theft ...................................10
brake ..........................................10
charging system ........................11
check coolant ............................11
liftgate ajar ................................11
low fuel ........................................7
oil pressure ...............................11
safety belt ...................................9
service engine soon .................7,8
turn signal indicator .................10
Lubricant specifications ...........181
Luggage rack .............................103
Mirrors
side view mirrors (power) .......17
Moon roof ....................................35Odometer .....................................15
Panic alarm feature, remote
entry system ................................42
Parking brake ..............................89
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....180
Power steering
fluid, checking and adding ....142
Rear window
wiper ..........................................35
Refill capacities for fluids ........180
Relays .................................106,113
Remote entry system .................39
illuminated entry ......................44
locking/unlocking doors ......40,41
replacement/additional
transmitters ...............................43
replacing the batteries .............42
Reporting safety defects ..........187
Safety restraints
automatic locking mode
(retractor) ............................53,54
extension assembly ..................56
for children ...............................63
for second row bench
seats ............................73,74,78,79
lap and shoulder belts .............52
maintenance ..............................57
proper use .................................51
warning light and chime .....11,57
Safety seats for children
attaching with tether straps ....70
automatic locking mode
(retractor) .................................67
tether anchorage
hardware ..............................70,71
Seats ............................................47
adjusting the seat, manual .......47
folding rear seats ......................50
head restraints ..........................47
Servicing your vehicle ..............123
precautions when servicing ...123
Index
189

Sliding moon roof (see
Moonroof) ....................................35
Speed control ..............................28
canceling a set speed ...............32
resuming a set speed ...............33
tap up/tap down ..................30,31
turning off .................................29
Speedometer ...............................15
Starting your vehicle ........80,81,84
Tachometer
mechanical cluster ...................16
Tilt steering wheel ......................33
Tires ....................................149,152
checking the pressure ............152
replacing ..................................153
rotating ....................................152
snow tires and chains ............154
treadwear ................................150
Trailer towing ............................100
tips ....................................102,122
Transaxle .....................................90
automatic operation ..94,95,96,97
manual operation .......90,91,92,93
Transmission .............................143
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) ......................143,145Trip odometer .............................15
Trunk
using the remote entry
system to open .........................41
Turn signal
lever ...........................................27
Vehicle dimensions ...................183
Vehicle headlamp aiming
device (VHAD) .........................172
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................186
Vehicle loading ............................97
Ventilating your vehicle .............86
Warning chimes .............................6
Windows
power windows, operating .......37
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers
checking and adding fluid .....137
checking and replacing wiper
blades ......................................148
operation ...................................34
Wrecker towing .........................121
Index
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Recommended fuel Unleaded fuel only - 87 octane
Fuel tank capacity 48.5L (12.8 gallons)
Engine oil Use Motorcraft 5W30 Super
Premium Motor Oil, Ford
Specification WSS-M2C153-G
Tire size and pressure Refer to Tire Pressure Decal on
passenger's door panel
Hood release Pull handle under the left side of
the instrument panel
Oil capacity (with filter change) Sedan/wagon-3.8L (4.0 quarts)
ZX2-4.25L (4.5 quarts)
Coolant capacity Automatic transaxle-6.0L
(6.3 quarts)
Manual transaxle-5.0L (5.3 quarts)
Power steering fluid capacity Fill to line on reservoir
Automatic transmission capacity 3.9L (4.1 quarts)
Manual transmission capacity 3.35L (3.55 quarts)
Filling station information
192