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OPERATION
When self-levelling rear suspensionis fitted, the vehicle will ride atapproximately the same heightirrespective of the load. When driving,the system maintains the correct rideheight automatically, whether weightis added or removed.
If a headlight levelling system is fitted,pay attention that the appropriateswitch position is used. SeeHeadlamp levelling (page 55).
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Auxiliary fuse box
Circuits protectedFuse
Conventional headlamps: 7.5 A; Xenon headlamps: 20 A16/18
Automatic transmission: 10 A17
Auxiliary heater (Diesel): 20 A; Battery Backed−up Sounder (ST):7.5 A23
Diode electronic module34
Diode air conditioning35
Diode engine cooling fan36
HO2S sensor37
Engine Control Valves/Vehicle Speed Sensor40
Engine management Duratec engines: 10 A; Duratorq engines:15 A42
Central fuse box
Circuits protectedFuse
Audio system or audio system and instrument cluster69
Trailer – max. 20 A fuse74
Instrument cluster78
Reversing lamps80
Sensors for passenger airbag and automatic climate control81
Daytime running lamps88
Trailer – max. 20 A fuse92
Brake lamps93
License plate lamps97
Symbols in the fuse box
See Owner’s handbook
Airbag
ABS
Dipped beam
Main beam or headlamps
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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 POWER STEERING FLUID
CHECK
The fluid level should come up to theMAX mark when the engine is cold.
If it drops below the MIN mark, topup with the specified fluid.
WASHER FLUID CHECK
Front and rear washer systems aresupplied from the same reservoir.The reservoir is located behind theright-hand headlamp.
Replace the cap securely aftertopping up.
Washer jets
To ensure the system functionsproperly, keep the washer jets freeof snow and ice.
Switching on the heated windscreendefrosts both the windscreen andthe front washer jets.
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Vehicle fluids
SpecificationRecommended fluidPart
WSS-M2C204-AFord Power Steering FluidPower assisted steering
WSS-M97B44-DMotorcraft SuperPlusAntifreezeCoolant
Capacities
Vehicles with a petrol engine
Capacities
Capacity inlitres (gallons)ItemVariant
Max-markPower assisted steering fluidAll
58.5 litresFuel tankAll
4.3 litresEngine oil - with filter1.8 l Duratec-HE
3.9 litresEngine oil - without filter1.8 l Duratec-HE
8.3 litresCooling system including heating1.8 l Duratec-HE
6.6 litresWindscreen washer system - withheadlamp washer1.8 l Duratec-HE
2.6 litresWindscreen washer system -without headlamp washer1.8 l Duratec-HE
4.3 litresEngine oil - with filter1.8 l Duratec-SCi
3.9 litresEngine oil - without filter1.8 l Duratec-SCi
8.3 litresCooling system including heating1.8 l Duratec-SCi
5.0 litresWindscreen washer system - withheadlamp washer1.8 l Duratec-SCi
2.5 litresWindscreen washer system -without headlamp washer1.8 l Duratec-SCi
4.3 litresEngine oil - with filter2.0 l Duratec-HE
3.9 litresEngine oil - without filter2.0 l Duratec-HE
8.1 litresCooling system including heating2.0 l Duratec-HE
6.5 litresWindscreen washer system - withheadlamp washer2.0 l Duratec-HE
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2.6 litresWindscreen washer system -without headlamp washer2.0 l Duratec-HE
5.7 litresEngine oil - with filter2.5 l Duratec-VE
5.2 litresEngine oil - without filter2.5 l Duratec-VE
9.5 litresCooling system including heating2.5 l Duratec-VE
6.5 litresWindscreen washer system - withheadlamp washer2.5 l Duratec-VE
2.6 litresWindscreen washer system -without headlamp washer2.5 l Duratec-VE
5.7 litresEngine oil - with filter3.0 l Duratec-VE/ST
5.2 litresEngine oil - without filter3.0 l Duratec-VE/ST
9.5 litresCooling system including heating3.0 l Duratec-VE/ST
6.5 litresWindscreen washer system - withheadlamp washer3.0 l Duratec-VE/ST
2.6 litresWindscreen washer system -without headlamp washer3.0 l Duratec-VE/ST
Vehicles with a diesel engine
Capacities
Capacity in litres(gallons)ItemVariant
Max-markPower assisted steering fluidAll
58.5 litresFuel tankAll
6.0 litresEngine oil - with filterAll
5.8 litresEngine oil - without filterAll
10.6 litresCooling system including heating - withauxiliary heaterAll
10.4 litresCooling system including heating - withoutauxiliary heaterAll
6.5 litresWindscreen washer system - withheadlamp washerAll
2.6 litresWindscreen washer system - withoutheadlamp washerAll
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EXTERIOR
WARNINGS
In installations operating withhigh water pressure, watermight be forced into the vehicle’sinterior or parts may get damaged.
Unscrew and remove the radioaerial before entering anautomatic car wash. Switch off theheater blower to preventcontamination of the fresh air filter.
The best procedure is brushlesswashing in a good car washinstallation.
If a waxing cycle is selected, pleaseensure that the wax is removed fromthe windscreen afterwards.
Cleaning the headlamps
To avoid damaging the clear plasticheadlamp lens do not use aggressiveabrasives or chemical solvents. Donot wipe the headlamps when theyare dry or use sharp objects to cleanthe lenses.
Cleaning the rear window
To avoid damaging the heatingelements when cleaning the insideof the rear window use only a softcloth or a damp chamois leather. Donot use solvent or sharp objects toclean the glass.
Body paintworkpreservation
WARNING
When polishing your vehicleensure that polish does notcome into contact with the plasticsurfaces as it may prove difficult toremove. Do not polish the vehicle instrong sunshine.
Wax the body paintwork of yourvehicle once or twice a year. This willhelp retain the glossy paintwork finishand water droplets will run off moreeasily.
Do not apply polish to windscreen orrear window, as this may result inpoor or noisy wiper action.
CLEANING THE INTERIOR
Seat belts
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine •Connect the positive (+) terminalof the flat battery A to the positive(+) terminal of the booster batteryB.
•Connect the negative (−) terminalof the booster battery B as faraway from the battery as possibleto the engine block or the enginemount of the engine to be started.Do not connect to thenegative (–) terminal of theflat battery.
•Make sure that the booster cablesare clear of any moving parts.
To start the engine
•Run the engine of the vehicle withthe booster battery at moderatelyhigh speed.
•Start the engine of the vehicle withthe flat battery.
•Run both vehicles for a minimumof 3 minutes before disconnectingthe leads.
WARNING
Do not switch on the headlampswhen disconnecting the cables.The peak voltage could blow thebulbs.
•Disconnect the cables in thereverse order.
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