•Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example bug
deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may
reduce fuel economy.
•Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy.
•Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first
8–10 miles (12–16 km) of driving.
•Driving on flat terrain offers improved fuel economy as compared to
driving on hilly terrain.
•Transmissions give their best fuel economy when operated in the top
cruise gear and with steady pressure on the gas pedal.
•Close windows for high speed driving.
EPA window sticker
Every new vehicle should have the EPA window sticker. Contact your
dealer if the window sticker is not supplied with your vehicle. The EPA
window sticker should be your guide for the fuel economy comparisons
with other vehicles.
It is important to note the box in the lower left corner of the window
sticker. These numbers represent the Range of MPG (L/100 km)
expected on the vehicle under optimum conditions. Your fuel economy
may vary depending upon the method of operation and conditions.
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
Your vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and a
catalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to comply with
applicable exhaust emission standards. To make sure that the catalytic
converter and other emission control components continue to work
properly:
•Use only the specified fuel listed.
•Avoid running out of fuel.
•Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving, especially at
high speeds.
•Have the items listed inscheduled maintenance information
performed according to the specified schedule.
The scheduled maintenance items listed inscheduled maintenance
informationare essential to the life and performance of your vehicle
and to its emissions system.
If other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are used for
maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting
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Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............35
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................31
AM/FM/CD .................................22
AM/FM/Tape/CD .......................26
Compass, electronic
set zone adjustment .................53
Console ........................................76
overhead ..............................51–52
Controls
power seat .................................94
steering column ........................66
Coolant
checking and adding ..............219
refill capacities ................223, 241
specifications ..................242, 244
Cruise control (see Speed
control) ........................................63
Cupholder(s) ...............................96
Customer Assistance ................180
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................209
Ford Extended Service Plan .202
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................203
Getting roadside assistance ...180
Getting the service you need 196
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................203
The Dispute Settlement
Board .......................................199
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................201
D
Daytime running lamps (see
Lamps) .........................................38Defrost
rear window ..............................37
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................236
engine oil .................................213
Doors
lubricant specifications ..........242
Driving under special
conditions ..................................178
through water .........................179
E
Electronic message center .........72
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................190
Emission control system ..........233
Engine ........................................244
cleaning ...................................206
coolant .....................................219
fail-safe cooling .......................224
idle speed control ...................217
lubrication
specifications ..................242, 244
refill capacities ........................241
service points ..........................212
starting after a collision .........181
Engine block heater .................166
Engine oil ..................................213
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................213
checking and adding ..............213
dipstick ....................................213
filter, specifications ........216, 240
recommendations ...................216
refill capacities ........................241
specifications ..................242, 244
Exhaust fumes ..........................166
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Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA(fus)
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