•The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Canadian Radio
Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) regulate the use of mobile
communications systems - such as two-way radios, telephones and
theft alarms - that are equipped with radio transmitters. Any such
equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with FCC or CRTC
regulations and should be installed only by a qualified service
technician.
•Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your
vehicle, particularly if they are not properly designed for automotive
use or are not properly installed. When operated, such systems may
cause the engine to stumble or stall or cause the transmission to be
damaged or operate improperly. In addition, such systems may be
damaged or their performance may be affected by operating your
vehicle. (Citizens band [CB] transceivers, garage door openers and
other transmitters with outputs of five watts or less will not ordinarily
affect your vehicle’s operation.)
•Ford cannot assume responsibility for any adverse effects or damage
that may result from the use of such equipment.
Accessories
272
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............209
exterior ....................................214
instrument panel ....................212
interior .....................................212
interior trim ............................212
plastic parts ............................211
washing ....................................208
waxing .....................................208
wheels ......................................209
wiper blades ............................211
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............41
Clutch
fluid ..........................................244
operation while driving ..........146
recommended shift speeds ....147
Compass, electronic ..............57, 61
calibration .................................58
set zone adjustment .................58
Console ........................................59
overhead ..............................55–56
Coolant
checking and adding ..............227
refill capacities ................231, 256
specifications ..................259, 262
Cruise control (see
Speed control) ............................63
Customer Assistance ................174
Ford accessories for
your vehicle ............................215
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................200
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............204
Getting roadside assistance ...174
Getting the service
you need .................................198
Ordering additional
owner’s literature ...................205The Dispute Settlement
Board .......................................201
Utilizing the Mediation/
Arbitration Program ...............204
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................45
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................245
engine oil .................................221
Doors
lubricant specifications ..........259
Driveline universal joint
and slip yoke .............................249
Driving under special
conditions ..................146, 154, 157
sand .........................................156
snow and ice ...........................158
through water .................156, 161
E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................191
Emission control system ..........241
Engine ........................................262
cleaning ...................................209
coolant .....................................227
fail-safe coolant ......................232
idle speed control ...................225
lubrication
specifications ..................259, 262
refill capacities ........................256
service points ..................218–220
starting after a collision .........175
Engine block heater .................139
Engine oil ..................................221
Index
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