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2. Remove the jumper cable on the
negative (-) connection of the
booster vehicleÕs battery.
4. Remove the jumper cable from
the positive (+) terminal of the
disabled vehicleÕs battery.
3. Remove the jumper cable from
the positive (+) terminal of the
booster vehicleÕs battery
After the disabled vehicle has been
started and the jumper cables
removed, allow it to idle for several
minutes so the engine computer
can ÒrelearnÓ its idle conditions.
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SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS
¥ We highlight do-it-yourself items
in the engine compartment for easy
location.
¥ As possible, we design parts that
can be replaced without tools.
¥ We provide you with a
maintenance guide and or service
guide which makes tracking routine
service for your vehicle easy.
If your vehicle requires professional
service, your Ford dealership can
provide necessary parts and
service. Check your ÒWarranty
GuideÓ to find out which parts and
services are covered.
Use only recommended fuels,
lubricants, fluids and service parts
conforming to specifications.
Motorcraft parts are designed and
built to provide the best
performance in your vehicle.
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Precautions when servicing
your vehicle
Be especially careful when
inspecting or servicing your
vehicle. Here are some general
precautions for your safety:
¥ Do not work on a hot engine.
The cooling fan is automatic
and may come on at any
time. Always disconnect the
negative terminal of the battery
before working near the fan.
¥ If you must work with the engine
running, avoid wearing loose
clothing or jewelry that could get
caught in moving parts. Take
precautions with long hair.
¥ Do not work on a vehicle with the
engine running in an enclosed
space, unless you are sure you have
enough ventilation.
¥ Keep all lit cigarettes, open
flames and other lit material away
from the battery and all fuel related
parts.
If you disconnect the battery, the
engine must ÒrelearnÓ its idle
conditions before your vehicle will
drive properly, as explained under
Battery in this chapter.
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Working with engine off
(automatic transaxle)
1. Set the parking brake fully and
ensure the gearshift is securely
latched in P (Park).
2. Turn off the engine and remove
the key.
3. Block the wheels to prevent the
vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
Working with engine off
(manual transaxle)
1. Set the parking brake, depress
the clutch and place the gearshift
in 1 (first) or R (Reverse).
2. Turn off the engine and remove
the key.
3. Block the wheels to prevent the
vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
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Working with engine on
(automatic transaxle)
1. Set the parking brake fully and
ensure the gearshift is securely
latched in P (Park).
2. Block the wheels to prevent the
vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
Do not start your engine
with the air cleaner removed
and do not remove it while the
engine is running.
Working with engine on
(manual transaxle)
1. Set the parking brake, depress
the clutch and place the gearshift
in neutral.
2. Block the wheels to prevent the
vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
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Opening the hood
¥ Pull the handle (1) located under
the instrument panel.
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80
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10 0
110
120
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80120 10 0
14 0
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18 0
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5
6
7
8
CHECK
ENGINE TRACTION
CONTROLO/D
OFF
MIRRORS
1
TRACTION
TROLCH
¥ Release the safety catch by
reaching under the hood (2)
(adjacent to the Ford emblem) and
pushing it to the left.
2
3
¥ Raise the hood and support it
with the strut (3) in the yellow
colored retainer, ensuring it is
secure. Hold the support at the
yellow colored insulation section.
To close, replace the support strut
in its retaining clip, lower the hood
and allow it to drop into the catch
for the last 20 Ð 30 cm
(8 Ð 12 inches).
Always check to ensure that the
hood lock is fully engaged.
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For ease of identification, all filler caps and the engine oil dipstick are
marked yellow/black.
2.0 litre EFI-engine compartment
Power
steering
reservoirEngine
coolant
reservoirAutomatic
transaxle
dipstick
(if equipped)Brake fluid
reservoir
BatteryWindshield
washer fluid
reservoirEngine oil
dipstickPower
distribution
box
Air
cleaner
Engine oil
filler cap
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Power
steering
reservoirEngine
coolant
reservoir
2.5 litre EFI-engine compartment
For ease of identification, all filler caps and the engine oil dipstick are
marked yellow/black.
Air
cleanerBrake fluid
reservoirAutomatic
transaxle
dipstick
(if equipped)
BatteryWindshield
washer fluid
reservoirEngine oil
dipstickPower
distribution
boxEngine oil
filler cap
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