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Safety Equipment
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[AC01500(ALL)11/93]
Vehicle Security Systems
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[AC01600(ALL)01/93]
Travel Equipment
[AC01700(ALL)05/95]
Soft Luggage Carrier
Aero Hood Deflector
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[AC01400(ALL)01/93]
Safety Equipment
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[AC01500(ALL)11/93]
Vehicle Security Systems
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[AC01600(ALL)01/93]
Travel Equipment
[AC01700(ALL)05/95]
Soft Luggage Carrier
Aero Hood Deflector
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Safety Equipment
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[AC01500(ALL)11/93]
Vehicle Security Systems
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[AC01600(ALL)01/93]
Travel Equipment
[AC01700(ALL)05/95]
Soft Luggage Carrier
Aero Hood Deflector
Factory Luggage Rack & Adaptors
Trailer Hitch (Class II)
Console
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[AC01800(ALL)05/96]
NOTE: When adding accessories, equipment, passengers, and
luggage to your vehicle, do not exceed the total
weight capacity of the vehicle or of the front or rear
axle (GVWR, GAWR as shown on the Safety
Compliance Certification Label). Consult your dealer
for specific weight information.
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[AC01900(ALL)09/95]
NOTE: Devices that emit radio frequency (RF) energy such as
AM/FM radios, mobile communication systems
(two-way radios, telephones) and radio controlled
security systems, are subject to the rules and
regulations of the Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) 47 CFR Parts 2 and 15. Any such
system installed in your vehicle should comply with
those rules and should be installed only by a
qualified technician. In addition, to insure continued
compliance with the FCC's requirements, RF devices
must not be modified or changed in a manner not
expressly approved by Ford Motor Company.
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Index
359
A
ABS warning light (see Anti-lock brake system)...... 12
Accessory position on the ignition............. 91
Additives, engine oil.................. 276
Air bag supplemental restraint system......167±168, 188
and child safety seats............168, 187±188
description...................167, 169
disposal...................... 173
driver air bag..................167, 169
indicator light..................... 17
operation...................... 169
passenger air bag.................. 169
proper seating................... 168
service and information labels............ 169
tone generator................... 173
wearing safety belts................. 167
Air cleaner filter, location............... 273
Air conditioning, manual heating and air
conditioning system............... 73
Alarm, activating remote personal............ 128
Antenna, radio (see Electronic sound system)...... 29,90
Antifreeze (see Engine coolant)............. 282
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
description..................... 211
see also Brake.................... 211
warning light..................... 12
Anti-theft lug nuts and key............... 254
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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
E
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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R
Radio (see Electronic sound systems)........... 29
Rear climate control system............... 82
Rearview mirror.................... 107
Rear window..................... 113
defroster....................... 83
washer........................ 85
washer reservoir.................. 281
Refill capacities for fluids............... 324
Relays........................ 246
Remote entry system................. 126
illuminated entry.................. 130
locking/unlocking doors............... 127
panic alarm.................... 128
replacement/additional transmitters.......... 129
Restraints, safety (see Safety restraints)
adult........................ 135
child........................ 174
infant.....................174, 187
Roadside assistance.................. 331
Roadside emergencies................. 235
Roof rack....................... 229
Rotating the tires................... 295
S
Safe driving tips.................... 230
Safety Compliance Certification Label.......... 223
Safety information relating to automotive fuels...... 303
Safety restraints
adjusting the safety belts............159, 165
center front lap belt................. 165
center rear lap belt................. 165
cleaning the safety belts............... 320
extension assembly................. 166
for children..................... 174
for infants...................174, 187
for pregnant women..............135, 158
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U
Used engine oil, disposal............278, 285, 290
V
Vanity mirror..................... 108
Variable interval wipers................. 95
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).......... 333
Vehicle loading
calculating the load................. 223
understanding loading information.......... 233
Vehicle storage.................... 326
Ventilating your vehicle (see Climate control)....... 71
Viscosity (see Engine oil)................ 276
Visor (see Sunvisor).................. 108
W
Warning chimes
headlamps on.................... 88
safety belt...................... 12
Warning lights (see Lights)................ 7
Warranties....................... 3
basic......................... 3
Canada....................... 3
radio......................... 69
Warranty Information Booklet.............. 3
Washer fluid...................... 95
rear window reservoir................ 281
reservoir...................... 281
warning light..................... 19
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