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Towing eye location
The screw-in towing eye is located in the
spare wheel well.
The towing eye must always be carried in
the vehicle.
Installing the towing eye
CAUTION
The screw-in towing eye has a
left-hand thread. Turn it
anti-clockwise to install it. Make sure
that the towing eye is fully tightened. Note:
On vehicles with a tow bar, the
towing eye cannot be installed at the rear
of the vehicle. Use the tow bar to tow a
vehicle.
Front towing eye Rear towing eye
Insert a suitable object into the hole on the
underside of the cover and prise off the
cover.
Install the towing eye.
TOWING THE VEHICLE ON
FOUR WHEELS
All vehicles
WARNINGS
Switch the ignition on when your
vehicle is being towed. The steering
lock will engage and the direction
indicators and brake lamps will not work
if you do not. The brake and steering assistance
will not operate unless the engine is
running. Press the brake pedal harder
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Too much tension in the tow rope
could cause damage to your vehicle
or the vehicle that is towing.
Select neutral when your vehicle is
being towed.
In the event of a breakdown or
mechanical failure do not use
individual axle carriers. Your vehicle
must be recovered with either ALL wheels
on the ground or transported with ALL
wheels lifted clear of the ground on a level
platform. Drive off slowly and smoothly without
jerking the vehicle that is towing.
Vehicles with automatic
transmission
CAUTIONS
If a speed of 20 km/h (12 mph) and a
distance of 20 kilometres (12 miles)
is to be exceeded ALL wheels must
be lifted clear of the ground. It is recommended not to tow with the
drive wheels on the ground. However,
if it is required to move the vehicle
from a dangerous location, do not tow your
vehicle faster than 20 km/h (12 mph) or
further than 20 kilometres (12 miles). Do not tow your vehicle backwards.
In the event of a mechanical failure of
the transmission do not use individual
axle carriers.
ALL wheels must be
lifted clear of the ground on a level
platform. Do not tow your vehicle if the ambient
temperature is below 0°C (32°F).
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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 190).
• Brake fluid level. See Brake and
Clutch Fluid Check (page 191).
• Washer fluid level. See Washer Fluid
Check (page 192).
• Tyre pressures (when cold). See
Technical Specifications (page 209).
• Tyre condition. See Wheels and Tyres
(page 199).
Monthly checks
• Engine coolant level (engine cold). See
Engine Coolant Check (page 191).
• Pipes, hoses and reservoirs for leaks.
• Air conditioning operation.
• Parking brake operation.
• Horn operation.
• Tightness of wheel nuts. See
Technical Specifications (page 209).
OPENING AND CLOSING THE
BONNET
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Open the bonnet and support it with the
strut.
Closing the bonnet
WARNING
Make sure that the bonnet is closed
properly.
Lower the bonnet and allow it to drop from
under its own weight for the last 20 – 30
centimetres (8 - 11 inches).
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Engine coolant reservoir
*
: See Engine Coolant Check (page 191).
A
Brake and clutch fluid reservoir (right-hand drive) *
: See Brake and Clutch
Fluid Check (page 191).
B
Engine oil filler cap *
: See Engine Oil Check (page 190).
C
Brake and clutch fluid reservoir (left-hand drive) *
: See Brake and Clutch Fluid
Check (page 191).
D
Battery: See Vehicle battery (page 197).
E
Engine compartment fuse box: See Fuses (page 174).
F
Air cleaner: No maintenance necessary.
G
Engine oil dipstick *
: See Engine Oil Check (page 190).
H
Screen washer fluid reservoir *
: See Washer Fluid Check (page 192).
I
* For easy identification, filler caps and the engine oil dipstick are marked in colour.
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Engine coolant reservoir
*
: See Engine Coolant Check (page 191).
A
Brake and clutch fluid reservoir (right-hand drive) *
: See Brake and Clutch
Fluid Check (page 191).
B
Engine oil filler cap *
: See Engine Oil Check (page 190).
C
Brake and clutch fluid reservoir (left-hand drive) *
: See Brake and Clutch Fluid
Check (page 191).
D
Battery: See Vehicle battery (page 197).
E
Engine compartment fuse box: See Fuses (page 174).
F
Air cleaner: No maintenance necessary.
G
Engine oil dipstick *
: See Engine Oil Check (page 190).
H
Screen washer fluid reservoir *
: See Washer Fluid Check (page 192).
I
* For easy identification, filler caps and the engine oil dipstick are marked in colour.
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Engine coolant reservoir
*
: See Engine Coolant Check (page 191).
A
Brake and clutch fluid reservoir (right-hand drive) *
: See Brake and Clutch
Fluid Check (page 191).
B
Engine oil dipstick *
: See Engine Oil Check (page 190).
C
Brake and clutch fluid reservoir (left-hand drive) *
: See Brake and Clutch Fluid
Check (page 191).
D
Battery: See Vehicle battery (page 197).
E
Engine compartment fuse box: See Fuses (page 174).
F
Air cleaner: No maintenance necessary.
G
Engine oil filler cap *
: See Engine Oil Check (page 190).
H
Screen washer fluid reservoir *
: See Washer Fluid Check (page 192).
I
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DURATEC-16V TI-VCT (SIGMA)
MINA
MAX
B
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK - 1.6L
DURATORQ-TDCI (DV)
DIESEL/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
5000 kilometres (3000 miles).
Checking the oil level CAUTION
Make sure that the level is between
the MIN and the MAX marks.
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 MAX mark.
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 MIN mark, 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.
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 192).
Replace the filler cap. Turn it until you feel
a strong resistance.
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