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General information......................188
Opening and closing thebonnet.........................................189
Engine compartment overview -1.6L Duratec-16V (Sigma)/1.6LDuratec-16V Ti-VCT (Sigma).....190
Engine compartment overview -1.8L Duratec-HE (MI4)/2.0LDuratec-HE (MI4).......................192
Engine compartment overview -1.6L Duratorq-TDCi (DV)Diesel...........................................194
Engine compartment overview -1.8L Duratorq-TDCi (Lynx)Diesel...........................................196
Engine compartment overview -2.0L Duratorq-TDCi (Puma)Diesel...........................................198
Engine oil dipstick - 1.6LDuratec-16V (Sigma)/1.6LDuratec-16V Ti-VCT (Sigma).....199
Engine oil dipstick - 1.8LDuratec-HE (MI4)/2.0LDuratec-HE (MI4).......................199
Engine oil dipstick - 1.6LDuratorq-TDCi (DV) Diesel......200
Engine oil dipstick - 1.8LDuratorq-TDCi (Lynx) Diesel....200
Engine oil dipstick - 2.0LDuratorq-TDCi (DW) Diesel.....200
Engine oil check............................200
Engine coolant check...................201
Brake and clutch fluid check......202
Power steering fluid check.........202
Washer fluid check.......................203
Technical specifications...............204
Vehicle care
Cleaning the exterior....................207
Cleaning the interior.....................208
Repairing minor paint damage....208
Vehicle battery
Battery care...................................209
Using booster cables...................209
Changing the vehicle battery......210
Wheels and tyres
General information.......................211
Changing a road wheel.................211
Tyre repair kit..................................217
Tyre care........................................223
Using winter tyres.........................223
Using snow chains.......................223
Technical specifications...............224
Vehicle identification
Vehicle identification plate...........226
Vehicle identification number(VIN).............................................226
Engine number - 1.6L Duratec-16V(Sigma)/1.6L Duratec-16V Ti-VCT(Sigma).......................................226
Engine number - 1.8L Duratec-HE(MI4)/2.0L Duratec-HE(MI4)............................................226
Engine number - 1.6LDuratorq-TDCi (DV) Diesel/2.0LDuratorq-TDCi (Puma)Diesel...........................................227
Engine number - 1.8LDuratorq-TDCi (Lynx) Diesel.....227
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Engine coolant temperaturegauge
All vehicles
Shows the temperature of the enginecoolant. At normal operatingtemperature, the needle will remainin the centre section.
CAUTION
Do not restart the engine until thecause of overheating has beenresolved.
If the needle enters the red section,the engine is overheating. Stop theengine, switch the ignition off anddetermine the cause once theengine has cooled down. SeeEngine coolant check (page 201).
Fuel gauge
The arrow adjacent to the fuel pumpsymbol indicates on which side of thevehicle the fuel filler cap is located.
WARNING LAMPS AND
INDICATORS
The following warning lamps andindicators illuminate when the ignitionis switched on:
•Airbag
•Oil pressure
•Engine immobiliser
•ABS
•Stability control (ESP)
•Engine
•Doors open
•Brake system
•Engine systems fault
•Frost
•Power steering
•Ignition
If a warning lamp or indicator doesnot illuminate when the ignition isswitched on, it indicates amalfunction. Have the systemchecked by an expert.
ABS warning lamp
If the ABS warning lampilluminates when driving, itindicates a malfunction.Have this checked by an expert.Normal braking (without ABS) will bemaintained.
Airbag warning lamp
If the warning lamp does notilluminate, if it stays on orilluminates intermittently orcontinuously while driving, it meansthere is a malfunction. Have thesystem checked by an expert.
Brake system warning lamp
WARNING
If it illuminates after releasing theparking brake or when driving,have the braking system checked byan expert immediately.
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Electronic acceleration control(EAC). The vehicle can bedriven but the accelerationrate will be noticeablyreduced. Maximum vehiclespeed will be maintained.Have the system checked byan expert as soon as possible.
redAcceleration reduced
Screen washer.amberLow washer fluid level
Service Indication-Service oil
Power steering
SystemWarninglampMessage
Power steering. Full steeringwill be maintained but you willneed to exert greater forceon the steering wheel. Havethe system checked by anexpert as soon as possible.
amberPower steering malfunction
Transmission
SystemWarninglampMessage
Under certain driving condi-tions it is possible that theclutches in the transmissioncan overheat. In thesecircumstances it is necessaryto press the brake pedal and
redTransm. overt. Press brake
stop the vehicle to preventdamage to the transmission.
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Have your vehicle serviced regularlyto help maintain its roadworthinessand resale value. There is a largenetwork of Ford Authorised Repairersthat are there to help you with theirprofessional servicing expertise. Webelieve that their specially trainedtechnicians are best qualified toservice your vehicle properly andexpertly. They are supported by awide range of highly specialised toolsdeveloped specifically for servicingyour vehicle.
In addition to regular servicing, werecommend that you carry out thefollowing additional checks.
WARNINGS
Switch the ignition off beforetouching or attemptingadjustment of any kind.
Do not touch the electronicignition system parts after youhave switched the ignition on orwhen the engine is running. Thesystem operates at high voltage.
Keep your hands and clothingclear of the engine cooling fan.Under certain conditions, the fan maycontinue to run for several minutesafter you have switched the engineoff.
Daily checks
•Exterior lamps.
•Interior lamps.
•Warning lamps and indicators.
Check when refuelling
•Engine oil level. See Engine oilcheck (page 200).
•Brake fluid level. See Brake andclutch fluid check (page 202).
•Washer fluid level. See Washerfluid check (page 203).
•Tyre pressures (when cold). SeeWheels and tyres (page 211).
•Tyre condition. See Wheels andtyres (page 211).
Monthly checks
•Engine coolant level (engine cold).See Engine coolant check(page 201).
•Pipes, hoses and reservoirs forleaks.
•Power steering fluid level. SeePower steering fluid check(page 202).
•Air conditioning operation.
•Parking brake operation.
•Horn operation.
•Tightness of wheel nuts. SeeWheels and tyres (page 211).
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16V (SIGMA)/1.6L DURATEC-16V TI-VCT (SIGMA)
Screen washer fluid reservoir*: See Washer fluid check (page
203).
A
Engine coolant reservoir*: See Engine coolant check (page 201).B
Brake and clutch fluid reservoir (right-hand drive)*: See Brake and
clutch fluid check (page 202).
C
Engine oil filler cap*: See Engine oil check (page 200).D
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clutch fluid check (page 202).
E
Battery: See Vehicle battery (page 209).F
Auxiliary fuse box: See Fuses (page 176).G
Air cleaner: No maintenance necessary.H
Engine oil dipstick*: See Engine oil check (page 200).I
Power steering fluid reservoir: See Power steering fluid check(page 202).J
*For easy identification, filler caps and the engine oil dipstick are marked in
colour.
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HE (MI4)/2.0L DURATEC-HE (MI4)
Screen washer fluid reservoir*: See Washer fluid check (page
203).
A
Engine coolant reservoir*: See Engine coolant check (page 201).B
Brake and clutch fluid reservoir (right-hand drive)*: See Brake and
clutch fluid check (page 202).
C
Engine oil filler cap*: See Engine oil check (page 200).D
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clutch fluid check (page 202).
E
Battery: See Vehicle battery (page 209).F
Auxiliary fuse box: See Fuses (page 176).G
Air cleaner: No maintenance necessary.H
Engine oil dipstick*: See Engine oil check (page 200).I
*For easy identification, filler caps and the engine oil dipstick are marked in
colour.
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