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FIRST AID KIT
Space is provided in the under floor
storage compartment. See
Rear under
floor storage (page 123).
WARNING TRIANGLE
Space is provided in the under floor
storage compartment. See Rear under
floor storage (page 123).
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Emergency equipment

GENERAL INFORMATION
Have your vehicle serviced regularly to
help maintain its roadworthiness and
resale value. There is a large network of
Ford Authorised Repairers that are there
to help you with their professional
servicing expertise. We believe that their
specially trained technicians are best
qualified to service your vehicle properly
and expertly. They are supported by a
wide range of highly specialised tools
developed specifically for servicing your
vehicle.
In addition to regular servicing, we
recommend that you carry out the
following additional checks.
WARNINGS
Switch the ignition off before
touching or attempting adjustment
of any kind.
Do not touch the electronic ignition
system parts after you have
switched the ignition on or when the
engine is running. The system operates
at high voltage. Keep your hands and clothing clear
of the engine cooling fan. Under
certain conditions, the fan may
continue to run for several minutes after
you have switched the engine off. CAUTION
When carrying out maintenance
checks, make sure that filler caps are
fitted securely.
Daily checks
•
Exterior lamps.
• Interior lamps.
• Warning lamps and indicators. Check when refuelling
•
Engine oil level. See
Engine oil
check (page 147).
• Brake fluid level. See
Brake and
clutch fluid check (page 149).
• Washer fluid level. See
Washer fluid
check (page 149).
• Tyre pressures (when cold). See
Technical specifications
(page
168).
• Tyre condition. See
Tyre care(page
166).
Monthly checks
• Engine coolant level (engine cold).
See
Engine coolant check (page
148).
• Pipes, hoses and reservoirs for leaks.
• Power steering fluid level. See
Power steering fluid check
(page
149).
• Air conditioning operation.
• Parking brake operation.
• Horn operation.
• Tightness of wheel nuts. See
Technical specifications
(page
168).
OPENING AND CLOSING
THE BONNET
Opening the bonnet WARNING
To prevent damage to, or loss of the
key, remove the key immediately
after opening and swivel the Ford
badge back. Note:On vehicles with keyless entry, use
the spare key. See Keyless entry(page
31).
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Maintenance

ENGINE COMPARTMENT OVERVIEW - 2.5L DURATEC (VI5)
Screen washer fluid reservoir
*
: See Washer fluid check (page 149).
A
Engine coolant reservoir *
: See Engine coolant check (page 148).
B
Brake and clutch fluid reservoir (right-hand drive) *
: See Brake and clutch
fluid check (page 149).
C
Engine oil filler cap *
: See Engine oil check (page 147).
D
Brake and clutch fluid reservoir (left-hand drive) *
: See Brake and clutch
fluid check (page 149).
E
Battery: See Vehicle battery (page 154).
F
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Engine compartment fuse box: See
Fuses(page 134).
G
Air cleaner: No maintenance necessary.
H
Engine oil dipstick *
: See Engine oil check (page 147).
I
* For easy identification, filler caps and the engine oil dipstick are marked in colour.
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Screen washer fluid reservoir
*
: See Washer fluid check (page 149).
A
Engine coolant reservoir *
: See Engine coolant check (page 148).
B
Brake and clutch fluid reservoir (right-hand drive) *
: See Brake and clutch
fluid check (page 149).
C
Engine oil filler cap *
: See Engine oil check (page 147).
D
Brake and clutch fluid reservoir (left-hand drive) *
: See Brake and clutch
fluid check (page 149).
E
Battery: See Vehicle battery (page 154).
F
Engine compartment fuse box: See Fuses(page 134).
G
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Air cleaner: No maintenance necessary.
H
Engine oil dipstick *
: See Engine oil check (page 147).
I
* For easy identification, filler caps and the engine oil dipstick are marked in colour.
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK - 2.5L
DURATEC (VI5) MINA
MAX
B
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK - 2.0L
DURATORQ-TDCI (DW)
DIESEL MINA
MAX
B ENGINE OIL CHECK CAUTION
Do not use oil additives or other
engine treatments. Under certain
conditions, they could damage the
engine. Note:The oil consumption of new
engines reaches its normal level after approximately 5 000 kilometres (3 000miles).
Checking the oil level CAUTION
Make sure that the level is between
the
MIN and the MAXmarks. Note:
Check the level before starting the
engine.
Note:Make sure that your vehicle is on
level ground.
Note:Oil expands when it is hot. The level
may therefore extend a few millimetres
beyond the MAXmark.
Remove the dipstick and wipe it with a
clean, lint free cloth. Replace the dipstick
and remove it again to check the oil level.
If the level is at the MINmark, top up
immediately.
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Topping up
WARNINGS
Only top up when the engine is cold.
If the engine is hot, wait 10 minutes
for the engine to cool down.
Do not remove the filler cap when
the engine is running.
Remove the filler cap.
CAUTION
Do not top up further than the
MAX
mark. Top up with fluid that meets the Ford
specification. See
Technical
specifications (page 150).
ENGINE COOLANT CHECK
Checking the coolant level WARNING
Do not allow the fluid to touch your
skin or eyes. If this happens, rinse
the affected areas immediately with
plenty of water and contact your doctor. CAUTION
Make sure that the level is between
the
MIN and the MAXmarks.Note:Coolant expands when it is hot.
The level may therefore extend beyond
the MAX mark.
If the level is at the MINmark, top up
immediately. Topping up WARNINGS
Only top up when the engine is cold.
If the engine is hot, wait 10 minutes
for the engine to cool down.
Do not remove the filler cap when
the engine is running.
Do not remove the filler cap when
the engine is hot. Wait for the engine
to cool down.
Undiluted coolant is flammable and
may ignite if spilt on a hot exhaust.
CAUTIONS
In an emergency, you can add just
water to the cooling system to reach
a vehicle service station. The system
must then be drained and refilled with a
50/50 mixture of coolant and water. Have
the system checked by a properly trained
technician as soon as possible. Increased dilution of the coolant can
cause engine damage from
corrosion, overheating or freezing.
Unscrew the cap
slowly. Any pressure
will escape slowly as you unscrew the
cap. CAUTION
Do not top up further than the
MAX
mark. Top up with a 50/50 mixture of coolant
and water using fluid that meets the Ford
specification. See
Technical
specifications (page 150).
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Maintenance

BRAKE AND CLUTCH FLUID
CHECK
WARNINGS
Do not allow the fluid to touch your
skin or eyes. If this happens, rinse
the affected areas immediately with
plenty of water and contact your doctor. If the level is at the
MINmark, have
the system checked by a properly
trained technician as soon as
possible. Note:The brake and the clutch systems
are supplied from the same reservoir.
Top up with fluid that meets the Ford
specification. See Technical
specifications (page 150).
POWER STEERING FLUID
CHECK WARNING
Do not allow the fluid to touch your
skin or eyes. If this happens, rinse
the affected areas immediately with
plenty of water and contact your doctor. CAUTION
Make sure that the level is between
the
MIN and the MAXmarks. If the level is at the
MINmark, top up
immediately.
Topping up
Remove the filler cap. CAUTION
Do not top up further than the
MAX
mark. Top up with fluid that meets the Ford
specification. See
Technical
specifications (page 150).
WASHER FLUID CHECK
The front and rear washer systems are
supplied from the same reservoir.
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