1. Push boot rearward and engage
boot under the upper back panel at
the rear and the quarter panel along
the sides.
2. Fasten the snaps on boot to the
quarter trim panel on both sides of
the vehicle and at the center.
3. To remove unfasten the snaps.
4. Pull forward and lift off.
Raising the convertible top
To raise the convertible top:
1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. Put the vehicle in the P (Park)
position.
The convertible top will operate with the key in the RUN position,
RUN/ACC position or in the accessory delay mode. It is recommended
that the vehicle’s engine is running when raising the top to prevent
draining the battery.
2. Remove the tonneau cover and store it in the luggage compartment.
Driver Controls
45
waxing.....................................148
wheels ......................................149
wiper blades ............................150
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............19
Console ........................................54
Controls
power seat .................................68
steering column ........................42
Convertible ..................................43
cleaning .............................47, 151
installation of the boot .............44
lowering the convertible top ...43
raising the convertible top ......45
Coolant
checking and adding ..............161
refill capacities ................165, 183
specifications ..................184, 186
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................39
Customer Assistance ................116
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................153
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................141
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................145
Getting roadside assistance ...116
Getting the service you
need .........................................139
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................146
The Dispute Settlement
Board .......................................142
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................144D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................25
Defrost
rear window ..............................22
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................177
engine oil .................................156
Doors
lubricant specifications ..........184
Driving under special
conditions ..................................113
through water .........................113
E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................132
Emission control system ..........174
Engine ........................................186
cleaning ...................................149
coolant .....................................161
fail-safe coolant ......................165
idle speed control ...................159
lubrication specifications ......184,
186
refill capacities ........................183
service points ..........................155
Engine block heater .................104
Engine oil ..................................156
checking and adding ..............156
dipstick ....................................156
filter, specifications ........158, 182
recommendations ...................158
refill capacities ........................183
specifications ..................184, 186
Exhaust fumes ..........................105
Index
192
