2005 FORD FOCUS jump start

Seating and Safety Restraints 63
Seating 63
Safety restraints 68
Air bags 81
Child restraints 91
Driving 103
Starting 103
Brakes 107
Traction control 108
Transmission operation 110
Vehicle loading 115
Trailer towing 121
Recreational towing 124
Roadside Emergencies 125
Getting roadside assistance 125
Hazard flasher switch 126
Fuel pump shut-off switch 126
Fuses and relays 127
Changing tires 134
Jump starting 139
Wrecker towing 146
Customer Assistance 147
Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 155
Cleaning 156
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GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor
Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This
program is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service
is available:
•24–hours, seven days a week
•for the New Vehicle Limited Warranty period of three years or
36,000 miles (60,000 km), whichever occurs first on Ford and Mercury
vehicles, and four years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km) on Lincoln
vehicles.
Roadside assistance will cover:
•a flat tire change with a good spare (except Ford GT which has a tire
inflation kit)
•battery jump start
•lock-out assistance (key replacement cost is the customer’s
responsibility)
•fuel delivery (2.0 gallons [7.5L], maximum two occurrences within 12
month period)
•towing of your disabled vehicle to the nearest Ford Motor Company
dealership, or your selling dealer if within 35 miles (56.3 km) of the
nearest Ford Motor Company dealership (one tow per disablement).
Even non-warranty related tows, like accidents, are covered (some
exclusions apply, such as impound towing or repossession).
Canadian customers refer to your Owner Information Guide for
information on:
•coverage period
•exact fuel amounts
•towing of your disabled vehicle
•emergency travel expense reimbursement
•travel planning benefits
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 Canada, the card is
found in theOwner Information Guidein the glove compartment.
U.S. Ford or Mercury vehicle customers who require roadside assistance,
call 1–800–241–3673; Lincoln vehicle customers call 1–800–521–4140.
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10. Remove the jack and fully
tighten the lug nuts in the order
shown. Refer toWheel lug nut
torque specificationslater in this
chapter for the proper lug nut
torque specification.
11. Put flat tire, jack and lug wrench
away. Make sure the jack is fastened
so it does not rattle when you drive.
Unblock the wheels.
Wheel lug nut torque specifications
Retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque at 500 miles (800 km)
after any wheel disturbance (tire rotation, changing a flat tire, wheel
removal, etc.).
Bolt size Wheel lug nut torque*
lb.ft. N•m
M12 x 1.5 92 125
* Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and
rust. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners.
When a wheel is installed, always remove any corrosion, dirt or
foreign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or
the surface of the front disc brake hub and rotor that contacts the wheel.
Installing wheels without correct metal-to-metal contact at the wheel
mounting surfaces can cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the wheel to
come off while the vehicle is in motion, resulting in loss of control.
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.
Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin, eyes and
clothing, if contacted.
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Do not attempt to push-start your vehicle. Automatic
transmissions do not have push-start capability; doing so may
damage the catalytic converter.
Preparing your vehicle
When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the
transmission must relearn its shift strategy. As a result, the transmission
may have firm and/or soft shifts. This operation is considered normal and
will not affect function or durability of the transmission. Over time, the
adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation.
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.
3. Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle
making sure the two vehiclesdo nottouch. Set the parking brake on
both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other moving
parts.
4. Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion before
you attach the battery cables. Ensure that vent caps are tight and level.
5. Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect any electrical
surges. Turn all other accessories off.
Connecting the jumper cables
1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal of
the discharged battery.
Note:In the illustrations,lightning boltsare used to designate the
assisting (boosting) battery.
+–+–
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•2.0L/2.3L engines
5. Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades, belts, moving parts of
both engines, or any fuel delivery system parts.
Jump starting
1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine at
moderately increased speed.
2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle.
3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for an
additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables.
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3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster
vehicle’s battery.
4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the
disabled vehicle’s 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
relearnits idle conditions.
+–+–
+–+–
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Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......26–27
Clutch
fluid ..................................185–186
operation while driving ..........113
recommended shift speeds ....114
Console
overhead ....................................42
Coolant
checking and adding ..............169
refill capacities ................173, 203
specifications ..................205–206
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................45
Customer Assistance ................125
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................160
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................153
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............154
Getting roadside assistance ...125
Getting the service you
need .........................................147
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................154
The Dispute Settlement
Board .......................................149
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................152
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................30
Defrost
rear window ..............................29Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................186
engine oil .................................165
Doors
lubricant specifications ..........205
Driving under special
conditions ..................................113
through water .........................115
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Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................139
Emission control system ..........182
Engine ........................................206
cleaning ...................................157
coolant .....................................169
idle speed control ...................168
lubrication
specifications ..................205–206
refill capacities ........................203
service points ..........................164
starting after a collision .........126
Engine block heater .................106
Engine fan .........................162, 164
Engine oil ..................................165
checking and adding ..............165
dipstick ....................................165
filter, specifications ........167, 202
recommendations ...................167
refill capacities ........................203
specifications ..................205–206
Exhaust fumes ..........................106
F
Fan, Engine Cooling .........162, 164
Floor mats ...................................50
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Fluid capacities .........................203
Foglamps .....................................30
Fuel ............................................175
calculating fuel economy .......179
cap ...........................................177
capacity ...................................203
choosing the right fuel ...........178
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................182
detergent in fuel .....................179
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................175, 177, 179
filter, specifications ........179, 202
fuel pump shut-off switch .....126
improving fuel economy ........179
octane rating ...................178, 206
quality ......................................178
running out of fuel .................179
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................175
Fuel pump shut-off switch .......126
Fuses ..................................127–128
G
Garage door opener ....................42
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............177
Gas mileage (see Fuel
economy) ...................................179
Gauges .........................................14
H
Hazard flashers .........................126
Headlamps ...................................30
aiming ........................................31
bulb specifications ....................33
daytime running lights .............30
flash to pass ..............................31
high beam .................................31turning on and off ....................30
Heating
heater only system ...................26
Hood ..........................................163
I
Ignition ...............................103, 206
Infant seats (see Safety seats) ..95
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................184
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................159
cluster ........................................10
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................31
J
Jump-starting your vehicle ......139
K
Keyless entry system
autolock .....................................53
Keys
positions of the ignition .........103
L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................33
daytime running light ...............30
fog lamps ...................................30
headlamps .................................30
headlamps, flash to pass ..........31
instrument panel, dimming .....31
interior lamps ...........................32
replacing bulbs .........................36
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