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After you connect the jumper cables to the batteries:
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Make sure that the jumper cables are not in the way of
moving engine parts, then start the vehicle that has the
booster battery. Run the engine at a moderate speed.
[ER14700(ALL)01/96]2.
Let the dead battery charge for a few minutes and then start
the vehicle that has the dead battery. If the starter does not
crank, check for good, solid jumper cable clamp attachments.
It may take a couple of tries before your vehicle starts. If
your vehicle does not start after several attempts, you may
have a different mechanical problem.
[ER14800(ALL)04/96]3.
When both vehicles are running, let them idle for a few
minutes to charge the dead battery.
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Take the jumper cables off in the following order:
[ER15000(ALL)01/96]1.
Remove the negative (s) end of the jumper cable from the
metallic surface in the engine compartment of the vehicle
that needed a jump-start.
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Remove the other end of the negative (s) cable from the
booster battery.
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Remove the positive (+) cable from the booster battery.
[ER15300(ALL)04/96]4.
Remove the other end of the positive (+) cable from the
vehicle that needed a jump-start.
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After your vehicle is started, let it idle for a while to let the
engine ªrelearnº its idle conditions and drive it around for a
little while with all electrical accessories turned off, to let the
battery recharge.You may need to use a battery charger to
fully recharge the battery.
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Maintenance and Care
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How Ford Makes Servicing Your Vehicle
Easy
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Ford has two goals for servicing your vehicle.
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When we can, we design parts that do not need to be
serviced.
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We want to make servicing your vehicle as easy as possible.
To help you:
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We highlight do-it-yourself items in yellow in your engine
compartment so that you can find them easily.
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When possible, we design parts that can be replaced without
tools.
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We give you aMaintenance Schedulebooklet that makes
tracking routine service for your vehicle easy.
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This chapter tells you about the basic parts that you need to
check and service regularly.
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If you need professional servicing, see the chapter onCustomer
Assistancein this Owner Guide.
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Check yourWarranty InformationBooklet to find out which parts
are covered.
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Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
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Be especially careful when inspecting or servicing your vehicle.
Here are some general precautions for your safety:
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If you must work with the engine running, avoid wearing
loose clothing or jewelry that could get caught in moving
parts.
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Do not work on a vehicle in an enclosed space with the
engine running, unless you are sure you have enough
ventilation.
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Never get under a vehicle while it is supported by a jack
only. If you must work under a vehicle, use safety stands.
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Keep all lit cigarettes and other smoking materials away
from the battery and all fuel-related parts.
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Working Under the Hood
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Before you open the hood, read this section carefully.
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If you plan to work under the hood while the engine is
off:
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Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the
gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn off the ignition
whenever you leave your vehicle.
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RWARNING
Always remove the key from the ignition after you turn
off the engine.
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If you must work under the hood while the engine is
on:
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RWARNING
Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the
gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn off the ignition
whenever you leave your vehicle.
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RWARNING
Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry that can get caught
in the moving parts.
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Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed
and do not remove it while the engine is running.
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To open the hood:
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Pull the hood release lever located below the instrument
panel to the left of the steering wheel.
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13-1/2 pica
art:0051021-A
Hood release lever location
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Go to the front of the vehicle and release the secondary
hood latch under the hood in the front center of the vehicle.
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[MC03100(ALL)01/96]3.
Lift the hood and release the prop rod from its retaining
clip. Place the end of the prop rod in the prop rod hole
provided on the underside of the hood.
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Engine Compartment
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Your vehicle has a 3.0 liter SFI, V-6 engine or an optional 3.8
liter SPI, V-6 engine. The following illustrations show diagrams
of your engine and where you can find items you should
service regularly.
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33-1/2 pica
art:0050234-B
The engine compartment (3.0 liter only)
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33-1/2 pica
art:0050038-C
The engine compartment (3.8 liter only)
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What to Check When You Stop at a Service
Station
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Engine Oil Recommendations
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We recommend using Motorcraft oil or an equivalent oil
meeting Ford Specification WSS-M2C153-F and displaying the
American Petroleum Institute CERTIFICATION MARK on the
front of the container.
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Use only engine oils displaying the American Petroleum
Institute CERTIFICATION MARK on the front of the container:
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10-1/2 pica
art:0001314-A
The API Certification Mark
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Neveruse:
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ªNon-Detergentº oils
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Oils labeled API SA, SB, SC, SD, SE, SF or SG
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Additional engine oil additives, oil treatments or engine
treatments
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