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CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES
To replace the wiper blades:
1. Pull the wiper arm away from the
windshield and lock into the service
position.
2. 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.
3. 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
windshield, refer toWindows and wiper bladesin theCleaning
chapter.
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 to thescheduled maintenance informationfor 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).
4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.
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•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.
Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry
ground cover. The emission system heats up the engine
compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire.
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bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................48
daytime running light ...............43
fog lamps ...................................42
headlamps .................................41
headlamps, flash to pass ..........43
instrument panel, dimming .....44
interior lamps .....................46–48
replacing bulbs ...................49, 52
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................46
Liftgate ............................84–85, 89
remote release ....................92, 98
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........212
Load limits .................................197
Locks
autolock .....................................93
childproof ..................................95
doors ..........................................92
Lubricant specifications ...........298
Lug nuts ....................................243
Luggage rack ...............................89
Lumbar support, seats .............112
M
Message center .....................75–76
english/metric button ...............78
system check button ................78
warning messages .....................79
Mirrors .........................................66
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................66
fold away ...................................67
heated ........................................67
programmable memory ............99
side view mirrors (power) .......66
signal .........................................67Motorcraft parts ........263, 279, 297
O
Octane rating ............................283
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................269
Overdrive ...................................217
P
Park Assist ................................220
Parking brake ............................213
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....297
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................136
Pedals (see Power
adjustable foot pedals) ...............68
Power adjustable foot pedals .....68
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................230
Power door locks ..................92–93
Power liftgate ........................85, 98
Power mirrors .............................66
Power point .................................63
Power steering ..........................215
fluid, checking and adding ....289
fluid, refill capacity ................298
fluid, specifications .................298
Power Windows ...........................64
R
Radio ................................17, 20, 23
Relays ........................................226
Remote entry system ...........95, 97
illuminated entry ....................102
locking/unlocking doors .....97–98
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trailer towing ..........................203
wrecker ....................................249
Transaxle
automatic operation ...............216
fluid, refill capacities ..............298
lubricant specifications ..........298
Transmission
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....216
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................290
Turn signal ..................................46
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................301
Vehicle loading ..........................197
Ventilating your vehicle ...........211W
Warning lights (see Lights)
.......10
Washer fluid
..............................268
Water, Driving through
.............223
Windows
power
.........................................64
rear wiper/washer
.....................53
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers
..........................................53
checking and adding fluid
.....268
liftgate reservoir
.....................268
replacing wiper blades
...........269
Wrecker towing
.........................249
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