•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
authorized 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
emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine
Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability.
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Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA(fus)
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222
Clutch
fluid ..........................................225
operation while driving ..........159
recommended shift speeds ....160
Console ........................................44
Controls
power seat .................................78
Convertible ..................................49
cleaning ...................................192
installation of the boot .............51
lowering the convertible top ...49
raising the convertible top ......52
Coolant
checking and adding ..............208
refill capacities ................212, 230
specifications ..................232, 234
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................47
Customer Assistance ................162
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................186
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................186
Getting roadside assistance ...162
Getting the service you
need .........................................182
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................187
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................185
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................33
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................226
engine oil .................................201Doors
lubricant specifications ..........232
Driving under special
conditions ..................................158
through water .........................161
E
Electronic message center .........54
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................176
Emission control system ..........222
Engine ........................................234
cleaning ...................................190
coolant .....................................208
fail-safe cooling .......................213
idle speed control ...................206
lubrication
specifications ..................232, 234
refill capacities ........................230
service points ..................198–199
Engine block heater .................150
Engine oil ..................................201
checking and adding ..............201
dipstick ....................................201
filter, specifications ........204, 228
recommendations ...................204
refill capacities ........................230
specifications ..................232, 234
Exhaust fumes ..........................149
F
Fail safe cooling ........................213
Floor mats ...................................62
Fluid capacities .........................230
Foglamps .....................................34
Fuel ............................................214
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Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA(fus)
Index
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