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SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS
To help you service your vehicle:
•We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easy
location.
•We providescheduled maintenance informationwhich makes
tracking routine service easy.
If your vehicle requires professional service, your authorized dealer can
provide the necessary parts and service. Check yourWarranty
Guide/Owner Information Guideto find out which parts and services
are covered.
Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and service parts
conforming to specifications. Motorcraft parts are designed and built to
provide the best performance in your vehicle.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE
•Do not work on a hot engine.
•Make sure that nothing gets caught in moving parts.
•Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed
space, unless you are sure you have enough ventilation.
•Keep all open flames and other lit material away from the battery and
all fuel related parts.
Working with the engine off
•Automatic transmission:
1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park).
2. Turn off the engine and remove the key.
3. Block the wheels.
•Manual transmission:
1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in 1
(First).
2. Turn off the engine and remove the key.
3. Block the wheels.
Working with the engine on
•Automatic transmission:
1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park).
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Interior style
Electrochromatic compass/temperature interior mirrors
Floor mats
Scuff plates
Lifestyle
Bike racks
Cargo organization and management
Peace of mind
Airbag anti-theft locks
First aid and safety kits
Full vehicle covers
Engine block heaters
Keyless entry keypad
Mobile-Easehands free communication system
Remote start
Vehicle security systems
Wheel locks
For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in
mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle:
•When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to your
vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of
the front or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the Safety
Compliance Certification label). Consult your authorized dealer for
specific weight information.
•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.
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F
Fail safe cooling ........................222
Fluid capacities .........................243
Foglamps .....................................36
Fuel ............................................224
calculating fuel
economy ............................62, 228
cap ...........................................226
capacity ...................................243
choosing the right fuel ...........227
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................231
detergent in fuel .....................228
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................224, 226, 229
filter, specifications ........223, 242
fuel pump shut-off switch .....172
improving fuel economy ........228
octane rating ...........227, 246–247
quality ......................................228
running out of fuel .................228
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................224
Fuel pump shut-off switch .......172
Fuses ..................................172–173
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............226
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................228
Gauges .........................................14
H
Hazard flashers .........................171
Head restraints ...........................88
Headlamps ...................................35aiming ..................................37–38
autolamp system .......................35
bulb specifications ....................40
daytime running lights .............36
flash to pass ..............................37
high beam .................................37
replacing bulbs .........................41
turning on and off ....................35
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system ...........................27, 29, 31
Hood ..........................................207
I
Ignition .......................156, 246–247
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................127
Inspection/maintenance
(I/M) testing ..............................233
Instrument panel ........................52
cleaning ...................................202
cluster ........................................10
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................37
J
Jack ............................................179
positioning ...............................179
storage .....................................179
Jump-starting your vehicle ......185
K
Keyless entry system
autolock .....................................80
Keys
positions of the ignition .........156
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