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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine FIRST AID KIT
4-door and 5-door
Vehicles with a temporaryspare wheel
Storage for a first aid kit is located oneither side of the luggagecompartment.
Vehicles with a full-size sparewheel
A fastening tape to secure a first aidkit is provided on the left side of theluggage compartment.
Estate
Storage for a first aid kit is located onthe left-hand side of the luggagecompartment.
WARNING TRIANGLE
4-door and 5-door
Vehicles with a temporaryspare wheel
Storage for a warning triangle islocated on either side of the luggagecompartment.
Vehicles with a full-size sparewheel
Storage for a warning triangle islocated on the right side of theluggage compartment in a foam trayunder the carpet.
Estate
Storage for a warning triangle islocated on the left-hand side of theluggage compartment.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine FUEL CUT-OFF SWITCH
Vehicles with a Duratecengine
The fuel supply may be cut off as aresult of an accident or suddenvibrations (e.g. collision whenparking).
The switch is located in the side panelin front of the left-hand door. Thebutton will be raised when the switchis activated.
Resetting the switch
WARNING
Do not reset the fuel cut-offswitch if you see or smell leakingfuel.
•Turn the ignition switch to position0.
•Check fuel system for leaks.
•If no fuel leak is apparent, resetthe switch by pushing in thebutton (see illustration).
•Turn the ignition switch to positionII. After a few seconds return thekey to position I.
•Make a further check for leaks inthe fuel system.
INSPECTING SAFETY
SYSTEM COMPONENTS
Seat belts
Belts subjected to strain − as a resultof an accident − should be renewedand the anchorages checked by anexpert.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine FUSE BOX LOCATIONS
WARNING
Any improper alterations to theelectrical or fuel system canendanger the safety of the vehicle asthey could constitute a fire hazard orcause engine damage. Have anywork involving these systems or thereplacement of relays or high currentcarrying fuses carried out by anexpert.
Auxiliary fuse boxA
Central fuse boxB
Auxiliary fuse box
To check or replace a fuse, first pulloff the battery cover 1. Then removethe cover of the fuse box 2 byreleasing the catch and lifting up.
You will find the fuse chart inside thefuse box cover.
Central fuse box
Left-hand drive
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine The central fuse box is locatedbehind the storage compartmentunderneath the instrument panel. Toremove the storage compartment,open it and pull it outwards.
To reinstall the storage compartment,fit it into the opening and push untilyou feel it engage.
The fuse chart label located on theoutside of the removed storagecompartment will help you identifythe fuses.
Right-hand drive
The central fuse box is locatedbehind the glove compartment. Toremove the glove compartment,open it and push the lever at theback to the left. Press the sidesinwards and pull out the glovecompartment.
To reinstall the glove compartment,fit it into the opening and push thelever to the right until you feel itengage.
The fuse chart label located on theoutside of the removed glovecompartment will help you identifythe fuses.
CHANGING A FUSE
WARNING
Switch off the ignition and all theelectrical equipment beforechanging a fuse.
Always replace a faulty fuse with anew one of the same rating.
FUSE SPECIFICATION
CHART
The following fuses and relays areidentified by the See Owner’shandbook symbol in the fuse chartsin your vehicle.
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Rear fog lamps
Reversing lamp
Dipped beam or parkinglamp switch
Parking lamps
Interior lamps
Headlamp washers
Windscreen wipers,windscreen wiper switch
Rear window wiper
Heated windscreen, heatedwindscreen switch
Heated rear window
Heated exterior mirrors
Electric exterior mirrors,clock
Electric rear windows
Electric front windows
Sunroof
Electric seats
Heated and ventilated seats
Heated seats
Heater blower motor
Air conditioning, heaterblower motor
Air conditioning
Cigar lighter
Hazard warning flashers
Horn
Central locking
Engine management,electronic module
Starter motor
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine TOWING POINTS
The screw-in towing eye is storedwith the jack in the luggagecompartment. The towing eye mustalways be carried in the vehicle.
WARNING
The towing eye has a left-handthread. Install it by turninganticlockwise. Tighten by hand.
Prise off the cover in the bumper witha flat-bladed screwdriver and installthe towing eye.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Mount for rear towing eye(vehicles without a sportsbumper)A
Mount for rear towing eye(vehicles with a sportsbumper)B
To use the rear towing eye on4/5-door ST models, remove thecentre rear grille. Insert a screwdriver,or suitable equivalent, into the grilleand pull it off. Replace the grille whenthe rear towing eye is not in use.
TRANSPORTING THE
VEHICLE
Vehicles with an automatictransmission
WARNING
Never tow a vehicle with anautomatic transmission fasterthan 50 km/h (30 mph) or furtherthan 50 kilometres (30 miles).
If it is necessary to tow the vehicle agreater distance, the drive wheelsmust be lifted clear off the ground.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine TOWING THE VEHICLE
ON FOUR WHEELS
All vehicles
WARNING
The ignition key must be set toposition II when the vehicle isbeing towed so that the steering,direction indicator lamps and brakelamps are fully operational. Since thebrake servo and the power steeringdo not operate with the engineswitched off, you will need to exertgreater force to the brake pedal andsteering wheel. Make allowances forthe increased braking distance andheavier steering.
Note: Observe the safetyregulations that are valid for towinga vehicle depending on country.
When towing always drive off slowlyand smoothly without jerking thetowing vehicle. Excessive tow ropetension could result in damage toeither vehicle.
Vehicles with an automatictransmission
WARNINGS
Never tow a vehicle with anautomatic transmission fasterthan 50 km/h (30 mph) or furtherthan 50 kilometres (30 miles). SeeTransporting the vehicle (page 142).
Never tow a vehicle backwardswith the drive wheels turning. Ifthis instruction is not adhered to, itcould cause damage to theautomatic transmission.
When a vehicle with an automatictransmission is towed, the selectorlever must be in position N (neutral).
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