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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.
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Replace the jack in the storage compartment and make sure
the jack is securely fastened.
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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.
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Unblock the wheels.
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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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Stowing the spare tire
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To raise the tire to the stowed position, lay the tire on the
ground with the interior side facing up. Install the retainer
through the wheel center and slide the tire under the vehicle.
Fit the hex-shaped end of the wheel lug wrench over the hex
nut in the floor of the cargo area. Turn the wheel lug
wrench clockwise until the tire is raised to its original
position underneath the vehicle.
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If your vehicle has 16" wheels, lift one end of the tire, route the
cable end through the center of the wheel and install the 16"
wheel retainer.
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NOTE: The hex nut ratchets when the tire is raised to the
stowed position. It will not allow you to over-tighten.
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Check for proper seating against the underbody supports
and retighten if necessary.
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Check the tire seating position for looseness and make
sure the tire is not too far forward to avoid axle contact.
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Make sure the spare tire and jacking equipment are
stowed and secured in the proper storage location.
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Towing Your Vehicle
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If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional
towing service or, if you are a member, your roadside assistance
center.
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When calling for a tow truck, tell the operator what kind of
vehicle you have. A towing manual is available from Ford
Motor Company for all authorized tow truck operators. Have
your tow truck driver refer to this manual for the proper
hook-up and towing procedures for your vehicle.
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Ford Motor Company has set up a 24-hour, seven-day-a-week
hotline with trained operators who put you in touch with the
help you need if you experience a problem with your vehicle.
This complimentary service is provided to you throughout your
warranty period of 3 years or 36,000 miles (60,000 km),
whichever comes first. To purchase Roadside Assistance
coverages beyond this period (available through Ford Auto Club
in the United States or Ford and Lincoln-Mercury dealers in
Canada), contact your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer.
Additional Roadside Assistance coverage is unavailable in
Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.
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Roadside Assistance will cover the following:
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Bring you fuel if you run out.
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Tow your vehicle if you are stranded. Even non-warranty
related tows, like accidents or getting stuck in mud or snow,
are covered (some exclusions apply, such as impound towing
and repossession).
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How to use Roadside Assistance
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Your Roadside Assistance identification card can be found in the
Owner Guide portfolio in your glove compartment. Complete
the card and place it in your wallet for quick reference.
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To receive roadside assistance in the United States call
1-800-241-FORD (in Canada call 1-800-665-2006).
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Should you need to arrange for roadside assistance yourself,
Ford Motor Company will reimburse the reasonable cost. To
obtain information about reimbursement call 1-800-241-FORD (in
Canada call 1-800-665-2006).
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364
Compact disc player (see Electronic sound system) . . . 30, 36
Compact disc radio (see Electronic sound system)..... 30
Console, description.................. 121
Controls, mirrors................... 117
Coolant (see Engine coolant).............. 282
checking and adding................ 282
drain and flush................... 286
preparing for storage................ 328
proper solution................... 284
refill capacities................... 324
specifications..................283, 325
temperature gauge.................. 22
warnings...................... 282
Cupholder(s)...................... 90
Customer Assistance Center, Ford (U.S.)......... 332
Customer Assistance Centre, Ford of Canada...... 339
D
Daytime running light system.............. 88
Defrost
rear window..................... 83
windshield...................... 71
Dipstick....................... 277
automatic transaxle fluid............... 289
engine oil..................... 277
Disabled vehicle (see Towing)............. 268
Dispute Settlement Board............... 334
Doors........................ 108
door ajar warning light................ 17
lubricant specifications................ 325
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Index
Driving under special conditions............ 230
bad weather.................... 231
heavy load..................... 233
high speed..................... 231
high water..................... 232
slippery roads................... 231
tips for safe driving................. 230
towing a trailer................... 234
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Electrical system
fuses........................ 237
operating when the engine is off............ 91
relays....................... 246
Electronic radio with cassette
(see Electronic sound system)........... 60
Electronic sound system
antenna....................... 90
tuning the radio................ 31,43,61
warranty and service information............ 69
Electronic stereo cassette radio
(see Electronic sound system)........... 60
Electronic stereo radio (see Electronic sound system).... 60
Emergencies, roadside
assistance...................... 331
battery acid spills................262, 292
fuel........................ 303
jump-starting.................... 262
towing....................... 268
Emergency brake (parking brake)............ 214
Emission control system................ 307
catalytic converter.................. 307
emissions warranty.................. 3
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Lights, warning and indicator (continued)
low fuel....................... 20
low washer fluid................... 19
oil pressure...................... 16
safety belt...................... 12
theft system..................... 27
traction control system................ 25
turn signal indicator................ 17,93
Load limits
GAWR....................... 233
GVWR....................... 233
trailer towing..................224, 234
Lubricant specifications................ 325
Luggage rack..................... 229
Lug nuts
anti-theft...................... 254
tightening sequence................. 260
Lumbar support pad.................. 137
M
Maintenance schedule and record (see separate Maintenance
Schedule and Record booklet)........... 3
Maintenance (see servicing)............... 269
Mileage, calculating fuel economy............ 305
Mirrors........................ 117
automatic dimming rearview mirror......... 107
dual electric remote control............. 118
side view mirrors (manual)............. 117
vanity mirror, illuminated.............. 108
Motorcraft parts.................... 323
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Spare tire
changing the tire.................. 247
conventional spare................. 247
Spark plugs, specifications............... 323
Special driving conditions............... 230
Specification chart, lubricants.............. 325
Speed control
turning off..................... 102
when towing a trailer................ 226
Speedometer...................... 23
Starting your vehicle
preparing to start your vehicle............ 205
starting a cold engine................ 206
starting your vehicle if the battery is disabled..... 262
Steering, power.................... 215
Steering wheel
horn......................... 99
locking........................ 91
tilting....................... 100
Storage compartments................. 156
cargo net...................... 124
center console................... 121
Storing your vehicle.................. 326
Supplemental air bag readiness light........... 17
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS).......... 167
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Tail lamps
bulb replacement................314, 318
cleaning...................... 320
Temperature control (see Climate control)......... 71
Tether anchor installation (see Child restraints)...... 199
Tilt steering wheel................... 100
Tires......................... 294
changing...................... 247
checking the pressure................ 294
cleaning...................... 322
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