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WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID
Washer fluid
Check the washer fluid whenever
you stop for fuel. The reservoir is
highlighted with a
symbol.
If the level is low, add enough fluid
to fill the reservoir. In very cold
weather, do not fill the reservoir all
the way.
Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specification ESR-M17P5±A.
Refer toLubricant specificationsin this chapter.
State or local regulations on volatile organic compounds may restrict the
use of methanol, a common windshield washer antifreeze additive.
Washer fluids containing non-methanol antifreeze agents should be used
only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging the
vehicle's paint finish, wiper blades or washer system.
Note:Do not put washer fluid in the engine coolant reservoir. Washer
fluid placed in the cooling system may harm engine and cooling system
components.
Checking and adding washer fluid for the liftgate
Washer fluid for the liftgate is supplied by the same reservoir as the
windshield.
ENGINE OIL
Checking the engine oil
Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals
for checking the engine oil.
1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground.
2. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the
oil pan.
3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park).
Maintenance and specifications
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Child safety restraints ..............140
child safety belts ....................140
Child safety seats ......................141
attaching with
tether straps ...................146±147
in front seat ............................143
in rear seat ..............143, 145±146
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............219
exterior ....................................223
instrument cluster lens ..........222
instrument panel ....................221
interior .....................................222
plastic parts ....................220±221
safety belts ..............................223
washing ....................................218
waxing .....................................218
wheels ......................................219
windows ..................................223
wiper blades ............................221
woodtone trim ........................223
Clock ......................................24, 35
Compass, electronic ..............74, 80
calibration .................................76
set zone adjustment .................75
Console ........................................92
overhead ........................71±72, 77
rear ............................................93
Controls
power seat ...............................110
Coolant
checking and adding ..............234
refill capacities ................237, 260
specifications ..................263, 265
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................83
Customer Assistance ................186Ford accessories
for your vehicle ......................224
Ford Extended
Service Plan ............................210
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............214
Getting roadside assistance ...186
Getting the
service you need ....................208
Ordering additional
owner's literature ...................215
The Dispute
Settlement Board ...................211
Utilizing the Mediation/
Arbitration Program ...............214
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................60
Defrost
rear window ..............................58
Dipstick
automatic
transmission fluid ...................252
engine oil .................................228
Doors
door ajar warning .....................13
lubricant specifications ..........263
Driveline universal joint
and slip yoke .............................254
Driving under special
conditions ..........................170, 173
sand .........................................172
snow and ice ...........................174
through water .................172, 176
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wrecker ....................................207
Traction-lok rear axle ...............159
Transmission .............................161
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................252
fluid, refill capacities ..............260
lubricant specifications ..263, 265
Trip odometer .............................17
Turn signal ............................13, 61
V
Vehicle dimensions ...................266
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................268
Vehicle loading ..........................177
Ventilating your vehicle ...........154W
Warning chimes ...........................14
Warning lights (see Lights) .......10
Washer fluid ..............................228
Water, Driving through .............176
Windows
power .........................................79
rear wiper/washer .....................69
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers
checking and adding fluid .....228
checking and cleaning ..............70
liftgate reservoir .....................228
operation ...................................69
replacing wiper blades .............70
Wrecker towing .........................207
Index
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