Removing the anti-theft lug nut
1. Insert the key over the locking lug nut. Make sure you hold the key
square to the lug nut. If you hold the key at an angle, you could damage
the key and the lug nut.
2. Place the lug nut wrench over the lug nut key and apply pressure on
the key with the wrench.
3. Turn the wrench in a counterclockwise direction to remove the lug
nut.
Reinstalling the anti-theft lug nut
1. Insert the key over the locking lug nut.
2. Place the lug nut wrench over the lug nut key and apply pressure on
the key with the wrench.
3. Install the lug nut.
JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames,
sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result in injury or
vehicle damage.
Do not push start your vehicle. You could damage the catalytic
converter.
Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin, eyes, and
clothing, if contacted.
Do not attempt to push start your vehicle. Automatic
transmissions do not have push-start capability.
Preparing your vehicle
1.Use only a 12±volt supply to start your vehicle.
2. Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this could
damage the vehicle's electrical system.
Roadside emergencies
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GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford offers a
complimentary roadside assistance program. This program is separate
from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service is available:
²24±hours, seven days a week
²for the Basic warranty period (Canada) or New Vehicle Limited
Warranty period (U.S.) of three years or 60,000 km (36,000 miles),
whichever comes first on Ford and Mercury vehicles, and four years or
80,000 km (50,000 miles) on Lincoln vehicles
In the United States, you may purchase additional roadside assistance
coverage beyond this period through the Ford Auto Club by contacting
your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer.
Roadside assistance will cover:
²changing a flat tire
²jump-starts
²lock-out assistance
²fuel delivery
²towing to the nearest Ford of Canada or Ford Motor Company
dealership, or towing to your selling dealership if within 56 km (35
miles). Even non-warranty related tows, like accidents or getting stuck
in the mud or snow, are covered (some exclusions apply, such as
impound towing or repossession).
Using roadside assistance
Complete the roadside assistance identification card and place it in your
wallet for quick reference. In the United States, this card is found in the
Owner Guide portfolio in the glove compartment in Ford vehicles and is
mailed to you if you own a Mercury or Lincoln. In Canada, it's found in
the Roadside Assistance book in the glove compartment.
To receive roadside assistance in the United States for Ford or Mercury
vehicles, call 1-800-241-3673 or if you own a Lincoln vehicle, call
1±800±521±4140. In Canada call 1±800±665±2006.
Should you need to arrange assistance for yourself, Ford will reimburse a
reasonable amount. To obtain information about reimbursement, call
1-800-241-3673 in the United States for Ford or Mercury vehicles; or if
you own a Lincoln vehicle, call 1±800±521±4140. Call 1±800±665±2006 in
Canada.
Customer assistance
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Radio ....34,35,36,37,38,39,40,41,42
43,44,45,46,47,48,49,50,51
52,53,54,55,56,57,58,59,60
Relays .................................133,138
Remote entry system ............81,84
illuminated entry ......................85
locking/unlocking doors ...........82
replacement/additional
transmitters ...............................86
replacing the batteries .............85
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................191
Safety defects, reporting ..........204
Safety restraints ...........95,96,97,98
cleaning the safety belts .100,186
extension assembly ..................99
for children .............................105
lap belt ......................................98
warning light and chime ...99,100
Seat belts
(see Safety restraints) ...............95
Seats ............................................91
child safety seats .............106,107
cleaning ...................................186
Servicing your vehicle ..............148
Spark plugs, specifications .......187
Special notice ................................3
Specification chart, lubricants .188
Speed control ..............................68
Starting your vehicle .........112,114
jump starting ............142,143,145
preparing to start your
vehicle .......................................86
Steering wheel
tilting .........................................67Tires ....................................165,166
changing ...........................138,139
checking the pressure ............166
replacing ..................................168
rotating ....................................166
snow tires and chains ............169
tire grades ...............................166
treadwear ................................165
Towing .........................128,129,130
wrecker ....................................147
Traction control ........................120
Traction-lok rear axle ...............126
Transmission .............................123
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) ...............159,160,161
Trunk ...........................................84
remote release ..........................78
Vehicle dimensions ...................189
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................191
Vehicle loading ..........................126
Ventilating your vehicle ...........116
Warning chimes ......................11,21
Washer fluid ..............................154
Water, Driving through .............130
Wheels
anti-theft lug nuts ...........141,142
Windows .................................78,79
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers
checking and cleaning ............164
operation ...................................66
replacing wiper blades ...........164
Index
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