•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.
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, Motorcraftor 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.
WARNING: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.
Illumination of the service engine soon
indicator, charging system
warning light or the temperature warning light, fluid leaks, strange odors,
smoke or loss of engine power could indicate that the emission control
system is not working properly.
An improperly operating or damaged exhaust system may allow exhaust
to enter the vehicle. Have a damaged or improperly operating exhaust
system inspected and repaired immediately.
Maintenance and Specifications
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exterior ....................................252
instrument panel ....................249
interior .....................................250
plastic parts ............................248
safety belts ..............................250
washing ....................................246
waxing .....................................247
wheels ......................................247
wiper blades ............................249
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......47–49
Clock adjust
AM/FM Stereo ...........................30
AM/FM/CD .................................32
Compass, electronic ....................26
calibration .................................26
set zone adjustment .................26
Controls
power seat .................................87
steering column ........................69
Coolant
checking and adding ..............263
refill capacities ................266, 294
specifications ..........................294
Cruise control (see Speed
control) ........................................67
Customer Assistance ................210
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..................................307, 310
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................243
Getting roadside assistance ...210
Getting the service
you need .................................238
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................244
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................242D
Daytime running lamps (see
Lamps) .........................................50
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................284
engine oil .................................258
Driveline universal joint and
slip yoke ....................................283
Driving under special
conditions
through water .........................209
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Electronic message center .........21
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................232
Emergency Flashers .................212
Emission control system ..........279
Engine ........................................301
cleaning ...................................248
coolant .....................................263
fail-safe cooling .......................267
idle speed control ...................260
lubrication specifications .......294
refill capacities ........................294
service points ..................256–257
starting after a collision .........212
Engine block heater .................184
Engine oil ..................................258
checking and adding ..............258
dipstick ....................................258
filter, specifications ........259, 293
recommendations ...................259
refill capacities ........................294
specifications ..........................294
Event data recording ....................8
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