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Checking the wiper blades
If the wiper blades do not wipe properly, clean both the windshield and
wiper blades using undiluted windshield wiper solution or a mild
detergent. Rinse thoroughly with clean water. To avoid damaging the
blades, do not use fuel, kerosene, paint thinner or other solvents.
Changing the wiper blades
1.
Pull the wiper arm away from the
vehicle. Turn the blade at an
angle from the wiper arm. Push
the lock pin manually to release
the blade and pull the wiper blade
down toward the windshield to
remove it from the arm.
2. Attach the new wiper to the
wiper arm and press it into
place until a click is heard.
Replace wiper blades at least once
per year for optimum performance.
Poor wiper quality can be improved
by cleaning the wiper blades and the
windshield, refer toWindows and
wiper bladesin theCleaningchapter.
To prolong the life of the wiper blades, it is highly recommended to
scrape off the ice on the windshield before turning on the wipers. The
layer of ice has many sharp edges and can damage the micro edge of the
wiper rubber element.
ENGINE OIL
Checking the engine oil
Refer toservice maintenance sectionfor the appropriate intervals for
checking the engine oil.
1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground.
2. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into
the oil pan.
3.
Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park) (automatic transmissions) or 1 (First) (manual transmissions).
4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.
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•2.3L I4 engine
•3.0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine
•If required, add engine oil to the engine. Refer toAdding engine oil
in this chapter.
•Do not overfill the engine with oil. Oil levels above the MAX
mark or upper hole may cause engine damage.If the engine is
overfilled, some oil must be removed from the engine by an authorized
dealer.
7. Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated.
Adding engine oil
1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer toChecking the engine
oilin this chapter.
2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal range, add only
certified engine oil of the recommended viscosity. Remove the engine
oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening.
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Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................26
AM/FM/CD .................................21
Clutch
fluid ..........................................264
operation while driving ..........172
recommended shift speeds ....174
Console ........................................47
overhead ....................................47
Controls
power seat .................................72
Coolant
checking and adding ..............247
refill capacities ................251, 269
Cruise control .............................51
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................51
Customer
Assistance ..................212–213, 215
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................35
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................264
engine oil .................................241
Door locks ...................................58
Driving under special
conditions ..................172, 178, 181
sand .........................................179
snow and ice ...........................182
through water .................180, 183
E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................204Emission control system ..........261
Engine ........................................271
cleaning ...................................224
coolant .....................................247
fail-safe cooling .......................252
idle speed control ...................245
refill capacities ........................269
service points ..................238–239
Engine block heater .................163
Engine oil ..................................241
checking and adding ..............241
dipstick ....................................241
filter, specifications ................244
recommendations ...................244
refill capacities ........................269
Exhaust fumes ..........................162
F
Fail safe cooling ........................252
Fluid capacities .........................269
Foglamps .....................................35
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
driving off road ...............176–177
indicator light .........................176
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................167
Fuel ............................................253
calculating fuel economy .......258
cap ...........................................256
capacity ...................................269
choosing the right fuel ...........256
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................261
detergent in fuel .....................258
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................253, 256, 258
filter, specifications ................253
improving fuel economy ........258
octane rating ...................257, 271
quality ......................................257
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doors ..........................................58
Lug nuts ....................................203
Luggage rack ...............................57
Lumbar support, seats ...............72
M
Manual transaxle .......................172
fluid, checking and adding ....267
reverse .....................................174
Manual transmission
fluid capacities ........................269
Mirrors ...................................47, 50
fold away ...................................50
heated ........................................51
side view mirrors (power) .......50
Moon roof ....................................54
Motorcraft parts ........................253
O
Octane rating ............................257
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................241
Overdrive ...................................169
Overheating ...............................203
P
Parking .......................................175
Parking brake ............................165
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor ...................81
Passive anti-theft system
(PATS) .........................................65
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................188
Power door locks ........................58Power mirrors .............................50
Power point .................................48
Power Seats .................................72
Power steering ..........................166
fluid, checking and adding ....263
fluid, refill capacity ................269
Power Windows ...........................49
Preparing to drive your
vehicle ........................................167
R
Rear window defroster ...............33
Relays ........................................185
Remote entry system .................60
illuminated entry ................64–65
locking/unlocking doors .....61–62
panic alarm ...............................62
replacement/additional
transmitters ...............................63
replacing the batteries .............62
Roof rack .....................................57
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ............89
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ........................79, 83–87
Safety Canopy ...........................105
Safety restraints ..............79, 83–87
belt minder ...............................90
extension assembly ..................89
for adults .............................84–86
for children .............................111
Occupant Classification
Sensor ........................................81
safety belt maintenance ...........89
warning light and chime ..........90
Safety seats for children ..........115
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