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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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WARNINGS
The electronic ignition systemworks with high voltage. Nevertouch these components with theengine running or the ignitionswitched on.
The ignition must be switchedoff before working in the enginecompartment. Under some operatingconditions, the cooling system fanmay continue to run for severalminutes after the engine has beenswitched off. This is quite normal.Take care not to get any fingers orclothing such as ties or scarvescaught in the fan.
•Check and top up fluid levelsregularly.
•Check tyre pressure.
•Check brakes and lamps areoperating correctly.
•Check warning and indicatorlamps.
Every day check
•Operation of all exterior andinterior lamps and make sure thatall lenses are clean.
When filling up check
•Engine oil level
•Brake fluid level
•Washer fluid level
•Tyre pressures and condition (onlywhen cold)
Once a month check
•Coolant level (engine cold)
•Assemblies, pipes, hoses andreservoirs for leaks
•Power steering fluid level
•Operation of the air conditioning
•Operation of the parking brake
•Operation of the horn
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Duratec-HE/SCi
Engine coolant reservoirA
Power steering fluid reservoirB
Engine oil filler cap*C
Brake/clutch fluid reservoirD
Air cleanerE
Auxiliary fuse boxF
BatteryG
Engine oil dipstick*H
Washer fluid reservoirI
* For easy identification, filler caps and the engine oil dipstick are marked incolour.
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Engine coolant reservoirA
Power steering fluid reservoirB
Engine oil filler cap*C
Brake/clutch fluid reservoirD
Air cleanerE
Auxiliary fuse boxF
BatteryG
Engine oil dipstick*H
Washer fluid reservoirI
* For easy identification, filler caps and the engine oil dipstick are marked incolour.
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Engine coolant reservoirA
Power steering fluid reservoirB
Engine oil filler cap*C
Brake/clutch fluid reservoirD
Air cleanerE
Auxiliary fuse boxF
BatteryG
Engine oil dipstick*H
Washer fluid reservoirI
* For easy identification, filler caps and the engine oil dipstick are marked incolour.
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Engine coolant reservoirA
Power steering fluid reservoirB
Engine oil filler cap*C
Brake/clutch fluid reservoirD
Air cleanerE
Auxiliary fuse boxF
BatteryG
Engine oil dipstick*H
Washer fluid reservoirI
* For easy identification, filler caps and the engine oil dipstick are marked incolour.
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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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