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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introductory Information ... 1 Safety Restraints ... 9 Starting Your Escort ... 105 Warning Lights and Gauges ... 117 Instrument Panel Controls ... 135 Steering Column Controls ... 159 Features ... 169 Electronic Sound Systems ... 197 Driving Your Escort ...
Page 4: Introductory Information
Introductory Information Ford’s Commitment to You At Ford Motor Company, excellence is the continuous commitment to achieve the best result possible. It is dedication to learning what you want, determination to develop the right concept, and execution of that concept with care, precision, and attention to detail.
Page 5 This guide describes equipment and gives specifications for equipment that was in effect when this guide was approved for printing. Ford may discontinue models or change specifications or design without any notice and without incurring obligation.
Page 6 Canadian Owners — French Version French Owner Guides can be obtained from your dealer or by writing to Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited, Service Publications, P.O. Box 1580, Station B, Mississauga, Ontario L4Y 4G3.
Page 7 If you lose your Warranty Information Booklet, you can get a new one free of charge. Contact any Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer, or refer to the addresses and phone numbers on the first page of this owner guide.
Page 8 The break-in period for new brake linings lasts for 100 miles (160 km) of city driving or 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of highway driving. Use only the type of engine oil that Ford recommends. See Engine oil recommendations in the Index. Do not use special “break-in”...
Page 9 Ford, however, believes that continual improvement in customer satisfaction is a high priority. For this reason, Ford has authorized its dealers to repair, at no charge to the owner, the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by...
Page 10 Cleaning Chrome and Aluminum Parts Wash chrome and aluminum parts with a mild detergent. Do not use steel wool, abrasive cleaners, fuel, or strong detergents. Cleaning Plastic Parts Some of your vehicle’s exterior trim parts are plastic. Clean with a tar and road oil remover if necessary.
Page 11: Safety Restraints
Safety Restraints Important Safety Belt Information The use of safety belts helps to restrain you and your passengers in case of a collision. In most states and in Canada the law requires their use. Safety belts provide best restraint when: the seatback is upright the occupant is sitting upright (not slouched) the lap belt is snug and low on the hips...
Page 12 RWARNING Passengers should not be allowed to ride in the cargo area. Persons not riding in a seat with a fastened seat belt are much more likely to suffer serious injury in a collision. Cargo should always be secured to prevent it from shifting and causing damage to the vehicle or harm to passengers.
Page 13 RWARNING Children should always ride with the seatback in the fully upright position. When the seatback is not fully upright, there is a greater risk that the child will slide under the safety belt and be seriously injured in a collision. RWARNING Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving.
Page 14 The proper position of the front lap safety belt RWARNING The lap belts should fit snugly and as low as possible around the hips, not around the waist. To operate the motorized shoulder belt: 1. Get into your vehicle and close the door. Check to be sure the shoulder belt is latched to the emergency release buckle.
Page 15 If the belt does not lie flat against you, or the belt has a twist in it at the retractor, unlatch the belt at the buckle, remove twist, and relatch the belt into the buckle. The shoulder belt sliding along its track...
Page 16 The shoulder belt in the locked position The shoulder belt in the locked position...
Page 17 If the driver does not fasten the lap belt before the ignition key is turned to ON, the chime will sound for four (4) to eight (8) seconds. The safety belt warning indicator lamp in the instrument cluster will also illuminate for one to two minutes.
Page 18 RWARNING To reduce the risk of serious injury in a collision, always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. Important For Your Safety Before driving your vehicle, read the label on the back of the sun visor or on the headliner above the driver’s seat (Canadian vehicles).
Page 19 Label located on headliner (U.S. vehicles only) An additional warning label is located on the headliner (U.S. vehicles only). On vehicles equipped with a moon roof, the label is located on the manual override access panel. What To Do If Your Shoulder Belt Does Not Engage Properly If your shoulder belt does not move all the way across to the locked position on the B-pillar,...
Page 20 RWARNING The vehicle should not be driven unless the doors are fully closed and the shoulder belts are in the locked position. 3. Unbuckle the shoulder belt by pressing the red emergency release button on the buckle. Then, reinsert the shoulder belt tongue into the buckle until you hear a snap and feel the latch engage.
Page 21 Moving the shoulder belt manually — 2-door model...
Page 22 Moving the shoulder belt manually — 4-door model...
Page 23 9. Turn the emergency handle to move the buckle rearward until you hear a click. To move the driver’s buckle, turn the handle clockwise. To move the passenger’s buckle, turn the handle counterclockwise. 10. Reinsert the shoulder belt tongue into the buckle.
Page 24 The lap belt retractor will allow the occupant freedom of movement, locking tight only on hard braking, hard cornering or impacts of approximately 5 mph (8 km/h) or more. The retractor can be made to lock by jerking on the belt.
Page 25 The lap belt fastened The lap and shoulder belts in place...
Page 26 Front Passenger Lap Belt Retractor (U.S. vehicles equipped with motorized passive restraint) Your vehicle is equipped with a dual locking mode retractor for the front seat passenger, and the lap belt has the following label: Seat belt label The retractor modes function as follows: Vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode In this operating mode, the lap belt retractor will allow the occupant freedom of movement,...
Page 27 Automatic locking mode In this operating mode, the lap belt retractor will remain locked and does not allow the occupant freedom of movement. This mode provides the following: A tight lap belt on the hips. Forward-facing child seat installation. RWARNING Rear-facing infant seats should never be placed in the front seat.
Page 28 Shoulder Belt Emergency Release Buttons If the shoulder belt locks up in a collision, it may stay locked. To unlock the belt, press the emergency release button on the shoulder belt buckle. This allows the tongue to unlatch from the buckle. If the shoulder belt is unlatched and partially retracted, a warning light in the instrument panel lights up and remains on;...
Page 29 If your shoulder belts stop working after a collision, the fuel pump shut-off switch may have been triggered. Minor parking lot bumping and severe road impacts (such as potholes) may trigger the switch even when there is no apparent body damage. In many instances, you might not even know that the switch has been triggered.
Page 30 Front passenger safety belts with dual locking mode retractors can also be locked to tightly secure a child safety seat. After you get into your vehicle, close the door and lock it. Then adjust the driver or passenger seat to the position that suits you best. To fasten the belt, find the long strap of the belt, pull it across your shoulder and chest, and insert the tongue into the proper buckle on your seat...
Page 31 RWARNING Use the shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only. Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm. Never swing it around the neck over the inside shoulder. Never use a single belt for more than one person. Failure to follow these precautions could increase the risk and/or severity of injury in a collision.
Page 32 For vehicles equipped with a dual locking mode retractor for the front seat passenger, the retractor modes function as follows: Vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode retractors The lap/shoulder belt retractor will allow the occupant freedom of movement, locking tight only on hard braking, hard cornering or impacts of approximately 5 mph (8 km/h) or more.
Page 33 This mode must be used when installing a forward-facing child safety seat on the front passenger seat. To switch the retractor from the emergency locking mode to the automatic locking mode, perform the following steps: 1. Buckle the lap/shoulder combination belt. 2.
Page 34 If your vehicle is not equipped with a dual locking mode retractor for the front seat passenger, the lap belt will have the following label: Seat belt label Instructions for using a locking clip to secure child safety seats with manual lap and shoulder safety belts are provided later in this chapter.
Page 35 Front Passenger Lap/Shoulder Belt Retractor (Canadian vehicles — 4-door sedan, 4-door hatchback and wagon only) Your vehicle is equipped with a dual locking mode retractor for the front seat passenger, and the lap belt has the following label: Seat belt label Dual locking mode passenger seat lap belt retractor Your vehicle is equipped with a dual locking...
Page 36 Vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode In this operating mode, the lap belt retractor will allow the occupant freedom of movement, locking tight only on hard braking, hard cornering or impacts of approximately 5 mph (8 km/h) or more. The retractor can be made to lock by jerking on the belt.
Page 37 NOTE: When the combination lap/shoulder belt is unbuckled and allowed to retract completely, the retractor will switch to the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode. See the detailed instructions under Safety Seats for Children in this chapter. Combination lap and shoulder belt with a fixed tongue (available only on Canadian vehicles)
Page 38 Rear Seat Entry (Canadian 2-door hatchback models) Rear seat entry The slide bar on the safety belt system is designed to make it easier to enter and exit from the rear seat and to help front seat passengers reach the belt. To enter the rear seat: Move the safety belt out of the way with the slide bar.
Page 39 Rear Lap and Shoulder Belts Your vehicle is equipped with rear seat safety belts containing a cinch tongue, and the rear outboard seat safety belts will have the following label: Rear seat belt label Before you fasten a combination lap and shoulder belt having a cinch tongue, you may have to lengthen the lap belt portion of it.
Page 40 Adjusting the cinch tongue rear combination lap and shoulder belt While in motion, the combination lap and shoulder belt adjusts to your movement. However, if you brake hard, turn hard, or if your vehicle receives an impact of 5 mph (8 km/h) or more, the lap and shoulder belt locks and helps reduce your forward movement.
Page 41 feel it latch. Make sure the tongue is securely fastened to the buckle. Adjust the lap belt portion of the safety belt by pulling up on the shoulder belt until the lap belt fits snugly and as low as possible around your hips. The rear lap and shoulder belt fastened RWARNING Front and rear seat occupants, including...
Page 42 RWARNING Use the shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only. Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm. Never swing it around the neck over the inside shoulder. Never use a single belt for more than one person. Failure to follow these precautions could increase the risk and/or severity of injury in a collision.
Page 43 Unfastening the outboard rear lap/shoulder belt 2. While the belt retracts, guide the tongue to its original position to prevent it from striking you or the vehicle. Instructions for securing child safety seats with rear manual lap and shoulder safety belts with cinch tongues are provided later in this chapter also.
Page 44 Procedure to Correct a Twisted Safety Belt at the “D” Ring (if so equipped) Front and/or Rear Outboard Seating Positions NOTE: The restraint system shown in the following figures may be different than the restraint system in your vehicle. However, use these figures and this procedure to correct a twisted safety belt at any outboard seating position that has a “D”...
Page 45 1. Grasp the belt webbing at the “D” ring. See Figure 2. 2. Rotate and fold the belt webbing over itself as required to remove the twist. 3. Feed the folded portion of the belt through the “D” ring.
Page 46 4. When completed, the safety belt should look like Figure 3.
Page 47 Procedure to Correct a Rotated Tongue on the Safety Belt (Front and/or rear outboard seating positions) NOTE: The restraint system shown in the following figures may be different than the restraint system in your vehicle. However, use these figures and this procedure to correct a rotated tongue on the safety belt at any seating position that has a “D”...
Page 48 1. Grasp the belt tongue and pull down on the belt webbing closest to you to form a loop through the upper (narrow and longer) slot in the tongue. See Figure 5. 2. Working within the upper slot, rotate and fold the belt webbing over itself as required to remove the twist.
Page 49 4. Repeat the above steps to complete the removal of the twist at the lower (wider and shorter) slot in the tongue. See Figure 6. 5. When completed, the safety belt should look like Figure 3.
Page 50 Rear Lap Belt RWARNING The lap belts should fit snugly and as low as possible around the hips, not around the waist. RWARNING Be sure the lap belt is fitted snugly and as low as possible around the hips, not around the waist.
Page 51: Safety Belt Maintenance
(slide bar) (if equipped), child safety seat tether bracket assemblies (if equipped), and attaching hardware, should be inspected after any collision. Ford recommends that all safety belt assemblies used in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced. However, if the collision...
Page 52 Cleaning the Safety Belts Clean the safety belts with any mild soap solution that is recommended for cleaning upholstery or carpets. Do not bleach or dye the belt webbing because this may weaken it. Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) The driver and right front passenger air bag are Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS), provided at these seating positions in addition to the...
Page 53 There are four very important reasons to use safety belts even with an air bag system. Use your safety belts to: help keep you in the proper position (away from the air bag) when it inflates reduce the risk of harm in rollover, side or rear impact collisions, because an air bag is not designed to inflate in such situations reduce the risk of harm in frontal collisions...
Page 54 In rear-facing infant seats, the infant’s head is closer to the air bag. The force of the rapidly inflating air bag could push the top of the rear-facing seat against the vehicle seatback or center armrests (if so equipped), or center console (if so equipped).
Page 55 RWARNING Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near the air bag cover on the steering wheel or in front seat areas that may come in contact with a deploying air bag. Failure to follow this instruction may increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a collision.
Page 56 The location of the air bag and warning labels If a collision occurs, the sensors sense the severity of the impact and activate the air bags if necessary. The air bag system is designed to deploy in frontal and front-angled collisions more severe than hitting a parked vehicle (of similar size and weight) head-on at about 28 mph (45 km/h).
Page 57 RWARNING Air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation. Inflated driver side air bag...
Page 58 Inflated passenger side air bag RWARNING If the air bag is inflated, THE AIR BAG WILL NOT FUNCTION AGAIN AND MUST BE REPLACED IMMEDIATELY. If the air bag is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision.
Page 59 If any of these things happen, have the air bag system serviced at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the air bag Supplemental Restraint System may not function properly in the event of a collision.
Page 60: Safety Restraints For Children
Safety Restraints for Children In the U.S. and Canada, you are required by law to use safety restraints for children. If small children ride in your vehicle — this generally includes children who are four years old or younger and who weigh 40 pounds (18 kg) or less —...
Page 61 RWARNING It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. When possible, put children in the rear seat of your vehicle.
Page 62 Always follow the safety seat manufacturer’s instructions when installing and using the safety seat. Ford recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether strap. Install the child safety seat in a seating position which is capable of providing a tether anchorage.
Page 63 The force of the rapidly inflating passenger air bag could push the top of the rear-facing seat against the vehicle seatback, armrests or console. Rear-facing infant seats must always be secured in the rear seat. All child restraint systems are designed to be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or by the lap portion of a lap-shoulder belt.
Page 64 RWARNING Always keep the buckle release button pointing upward and away from the child seat, with the tongue between the child seat and the release button as shown in the following illustration. Failure to follow these instructions could result in accidental unbuckling of the safety belt if the child safety seat hits the release button.
Page 65 Installing the Child Safety Seat in the Front Seat with a Locking Clip (Canadian 2-door vehicles only) If your vehicle is not equipped with a dual locking mode retractor for the front passenger, the lap belt will have the following label: Figure 1: Locking clip label A locking clip must be used to properly secure a child seat in a front seat not equipped with a...
Page 66 RWARNING If you do not use a locking clip, injuries could result from the child seat tipping over during normal braking or turning. To install the locking clip 1. Thread the belt webbing through the child seat according to the child seat’s manufacturer’s instructions.
Page 67 4. Slide either corner of the locking clip slot closest to the tongue over both layers of webbing. See Figure 3. 5. Pinch both opposite edges of webbing together and insert them into the locking clip slot. See Figure 4.
Page 68 6. Pinch both layers of webbing together and insert into other slot of locking clip. See Figure 5.
Page 69 7. Re-buckle belt. Forcibly tilt the child seat from side to side and also tug it forward to see if it is held securely in place. See Figure 6. If excessive movement occurs, repeat steps 2 through 7 or properly install child seat in a different seating position in the vehicle.
Page 70 Installing Safety Seats in the Front Seat (U.S. vehicles and Canadian 4-door sedan, 4-door hatchback and wagon vehicles) Your vehicle is equipped with a dual locking mode retractor on the front lap belt (U.S. vehicles) or the lap belt portion of the front lap/shoulder belt (Canadian vehicles).
Page 71 3. Follow the child seat manufacturer’s instructions. Route the lap or lap/shoulder belt through the child seat and insert the belt tongue into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage. Be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions for belt routing.
Page 72 Setting the automatic locking mode 5. Allow the belt to retract. A clicking sound will be heard as the belt retracts. This indicates the retractor is in the automatic locking mode. Push down on the child seat while you pull down on the belt to remove any slack in the belt.
Page 73 Removing slack from the belt 6. Before placing the child in the child seat, forcibly tilt the seat from side to side, and also tug it forward to make sure that the seat is securely held in place.
Page 74 Checking that the seat is secure 7. Double check that the retractor is in the automatic locking mode. Try to pull more belt out of the retractor, if you cannot, the belt is in the automatic locking mode. 8. Check to make sure that the child seat is properly secured prior to each use.
Page 75 Installing Child Safety Seats in the Front Passenger Seating Position (Canadian 2-door Hatchback vehicles) For vehicles equipped with a dual locking mode retractor, use the following procedure. If you choose to install a child safety seat or infant carrier in the front seating positions, move vehicle seat as far back as possible.
Page 76 3. While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together, route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer’s instructions. See Figure 2. Be sure that the belt webbing is not twisted. Routing the lap/shoulder belt...
Page 77 4. Insert the belt tongue into the buckle for that seating position until you hear and feel the latch engage. See Figure 3. Make sure tongue is latched securely to buckle by pulling on tongue. Buckling the belt 5. Grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until all of the belt is extracted and a click is heard.
Page 78 Setting the retractor to automatic locking mode 6. Allow the belt to retract. Pull up on the shoulder webbing. A clicking sound will be heard as the belt retracts. This indicates the retractor is in the automatic locking mode. Push down on the child seat while you pull up on the belt to remove any slack in the belt.
Page 79 Allowing shoulder belt to retract Removing slack from belt...
Page 80 7. Before placing the child in the child seat, forcibly tilt the seat from side to side, and tug it forward to make sure that the seat is securely held in place. See Figure 7. Checking that the seat is secure...
Page 81 8. Double check that the retractor is in the automatic locking mode. Try to pull more belt out of the retractor. If you cannot, the belt is in the automatic locking mode. See Figure 8. Checking the retractor 9. Check to make sure that the child seat is properly secured prior to each use.
Page 82 Installing Child Safety Seats at the Rear Outboard Seating Positions (For lap and shoulder belts with cinch tongues) If you install a child safety seat in a rear outboard seating position with a combination lap and shoulder belt with cinch tongue, use the following procedure: 1.
Page 83 2. With your other hand, grasp the tip (metal portion) of the tongue (not the cover) and slide the tongue up the webbing as far as it will go. See Figure 1. Release the tongue, but do not let go of the lap belt webbing. 3.
Page 84 5. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle for the seating position until you hear a snap and feel it latch. Make sure the tongue is securely fastened to the buckle. Let go of the belt webbing. See Figure 3. Buckling the belt...
Page 85 6. Push down on the child seat and, at the buckle, pull up on the shoulder belt to tighten the lap belt portion of the combination lap and shoulder belt. See Figure 4. Tightening lap portion of belt...
Page 86 7. From outside the vehicle, grasp and pull on the shoulder belt portion of the combination lap and shoulder belt that secures the child safety seat in the vehicle. See Figure 5. Tightening shoulder portion of belt 8. Forcibly tilt the child seat from side to side and tug the seat forward to ensure that the seat is held securely in place.
Page 87 Checking that the seat is secure Checking that the seat is secure...
Page 88 9. Check from time to time to be sure that there is no slack in the lap/shoulder belt. The shoulder belt must be snug to keep the lap belt tight during a collision. Installing a Child Safety Seat at the Rear Center Seating Position (For all vehicles) 1.
Page 89 Attaching Child Safety Seats with Tether Straps (For all vehicles) Some manufacturers make safety seats that include a tether strap that goes over the back of the vehicle seat and attaches to an anchoring point. Other manufacturers offer the tether strap as an accessory.
Page 90 Tether anchor hardware kits can be obtained at no charge from any Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. Be sure to follow the child safety seat manufacturer’s instructions.
Page 91 Tether anchorage hardware The 2-door hatchback, 4-door hatchback, and wagon models have tether anchors at the locations shown. Tether attachment locations in the 2-door hatchback and 4-door hatchback models Tether attachment locations in the 4-door LX model...
Page 92 Tether attachment locations in the 4-door model 1. Find the plastic snap on covers for the tether anchors in the locations shown. 2. Use a screwdriver or coin to snap the covers off the anchor in a rearward and upward direction.
Page 93 Built-In Child Seat (If Equipped) The optional rear seat may include a built-in child seat. This child restraint is to be used only by children who are at least one year old, weigh between 20 and 60 pounds (9 and 27 kilograms) and whose shoulders (top) are below the shoulder harness slots.
Page 94 When the latch release buttons are in the full up position (locked) and the built-in child seat is open, the rear seatback cannot be unlocked and folded down. See Figure 2. Figure 2: Latch release buttons Built-In Child Seat Belt Retractors The belts on the built-in child seat are equipped with a dual locking mode retractor.
Page 95 The retractor will switch from the emergency locking mode to the automatic locking mode when the shoulder belts are pulled all the way out. The retractor will switch back to emergency locking mode when the belts are unbuckled and the shoulder belts retract completely. The automatic locking mode must be used to hold small children in position, particularly sleeping children and those who may try to...
Page 96 How to use the Built-In Child Seat Read the following procedures and all of the labels on the built-in child seat before using the seat. RWARNING Never use the Built-In Child Seat as a booster cushion with the adult safety belts.
Page 97 2. Release the cushion retention clip. See Figure 4. Figure 4: Location of cushion retention clip and warning/instruction labels 3. Lower the child seat cushion. If the child seat cannot be opened, return to the dealer for repair. 4. Read the information and warnings on the top half of the child seat flap and shoulder belt.
Page 98 Figure 5: Unfolding built-in child seat 5. Fold the top half of the child seat under the child seat cushion to provide an elevated seating surface as shown in Figure 5. 6. If the chest clip is connected, squeeze the top and the bottom of the right half of the chest clip and pull to separate both halves.
Page 99 7. Place the child on the child seat and position the shoulder belts over each shoulder. Refer to Figure 6. Figure 6: Shoulder safety belt placement on the child NOTE: Read the following steps carefully to become familiar with the indicator windows located on the crotch safety belt buckle and the chest clip.
Page 100 Figure 7: Fastening the crotch safety belt buckle 9. Fasten both halves of the chest clip below the child’s shoulders and adjust it to comfortably hold the child’s shoulders and adjust it to comfortably hold the shoulder belts in place on the child’s chest. The color green must show in the indicator when fastened.
Page 101 Figure 8: Securing the chest clip Figure 9: Chest clip indicator window...
Page 102 10. Pull on the safety belt tongues to be sure that they are both latched. See Figure 10. Figure 10: Checking for securely latched buckle and locked retractor 11. If the child sleeps or tries to get out of the child seat, pull shoulder out fully to put the retractor into automatic lock mode.
Page 103 To remove the child from the built-in child seat: 1. Squeeze the tabs on the top and bottom of the chest clip and pull the halves apart to open the chest clip. Refer back to Figure 8. 2. Press the release button on the crotch safety belt buckle.
Page 104 Built-in child seat maintenance Regularly inspect the lap and shoulder belts system of your child seat. See your Ford dealer if the shoulder belt webbing is frayed, or if the buckle and tongue are damaged and/or do not...
Page 105 Cleaning the built-in child seat Your built-in child seat may be cleaned with mild soap and water. Do not use household cleaners as they may weaken the webbing or damage the plastic parts. For your convenience, the liner is removable and can be machine-washed and air-dried.
Page 106: Starting Your Escort
Starting Your Escort Ignition Understanding the Positions of the Ignition Your vehicle may have one of the following lock cylinders depending on when it was built: The ignition lock cylinders LOCK locks the steering wheel when the key is removed. It also locks the console-mounted gearshift on vehicles with automatic transaxles.
Page 107 The automatic transaxle console-mounted gearshift will lock only when you turn the key to LOCK. When the gearshift is in any gear position but P (Park), the ignition key cannot be turned to LOCK or be removed from the steering column. If you have a manual transaxle, you must push the key in while turning to the LOCK position in order to remove the key.
Page 108 Removing the Key From the Ignition Procedures for removing your key from the ignition vary, depending on whether your vehicle has an automatic or manual transaxle. If your vehicle has an automatic transaxle: 1. Put the gearshift lever in P (Park). 2.
Page 109: Starting Your Vehicle
RWARNING Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or pets alone in your vehicle. They could accidentally injure themselves or others through inadvertent operation of the vehicle. Further, on hot, sunny days, temperatures in a closed vehicle could quickly become high enough to cause severe and possibly fatal injuries to people as well as animals.
Page 110: Warning Lights And Gauges
Before you start your vehicle, do the following: 1. Make sure all occupants in the vehicle buckle their safety belts. See Safety Restraints in the Index for more details. 2. Make sure the headlamps and other accessories are turned off when starting. 3.
Page 111 4. Turn the key to the START position (cranking) until the engine starts. Allow the key to return to the ON position after the engine has started. If you have difficulty in turning the key, rotate the steering wheel slightly because it may be binding.
Page 112 NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with an automatic transaxle, your vehicle has an interlock that prevents you from shifting out of P (Park) unless your foot is on the brake pedal. If the engine does not start after two attempts: 1.
Page 113 To turn the heater on, simply plug it into a grounded 110-volt outlet. Ford recommends that you use a 110-volt circuit that is protected by a ground fault circuit interrupter.
Page 114 For best results, plug the heater in at least three hours before you start your vehicle. Using the heater for longer than three hours will not damage the engine, so you can plug it in at night to start your vehicle the following morning.
Page 115 Location of the fuel pump shut-off switch (location on wagon similar) RWARNING If you see or smell fuel, do not reset the switch or try to start your vehicle. Have all the passengers get out of the vehicle and call the local fire department or a towing service.
Page 116 4. Turn the ignition key ON for a few seconds, then turn it to LOCK. 5. Check under the vehicle again for leaking fuel. If you see or smell fuel, do not start your vehicle again. If you do not see or smell fuel, you can try to start your vehicle again.
Page 117 Have the exhaust and body ventilation systems checked whenever: your vehicle is raised for service the sound of the exhaust system changes your vehicle has been damaged in a collision Improve your ventilation by keeping all air inlet vents clear of snow, leaves, and other debris. If the engine is idling while you are stopped in an open area for long periods of time, open the windows at least one inch (2.5 cm).
Page 118: Warning Lights And Gauges
Warning Lights and Gauges Your vehicle has one of the following clusters: Standard Cluster Sport Cluster If you are not sure which cluster your vehicle has, check the diagrams on the following pages. Standard Cluster The following warning lights and gauges are on the standard cluster.
Page 120 Indicator Lights and Chimes Safety Belt Warning Light/Chime (U.S. vehicles equipped with motorized passive restraint) The safety belt warning light/chime reminds you to fasten your safety belt. One of the following will take place: If the lap belt is not buckled when the key is turned to the ON position, the light will come on for one to two minutes and the chime will sound for four to eight seconds.
Page 121 Safety Belt Warning Light/Chime (Canadian vehicles equipped with combination lap and shoulder belts) This warning light and chime remind you in two ways to fasten your safety belt. If you do not fasten the safety belt before you turn the ignition key to ON, the chime sounds for four (4) to eight (8) seconds.
Page 122 The brake system and parking brake light RWARNING The BRAKE light indicates that the brakes may not be working properly. Have the brakes checked immediately. Charging System Light This light indicates that your battery is not being charged and that you need to have the electrical system checked.
Page 123 Upshift Indicator Light (If equipped) This light comes on to indicate when you should shift your manual transaxle to the next higher gear. This light will help you get better fuel economy by lighting when you should shift. (If you have a 1.8L engine you will not have an upshift indicator light.) The upshift indicator light High Beam Light...
Page 124 RWARNING If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the air bag system serviced at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer immediately. This light illuminates for approximately six seconds when the ignition is turned to the ON position.
Page 125 Air bag readiness light Check Engine Warning Light The Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic II (OBD II) system consists of the hardware and software necessary to monitor the operation of the powertrain. The OBD II system is designed to check the function of the vehicle’s powertrain control system during normal operation.
Page 126 serviced as soon as possible. This indicates a possible problem with one of the vehicle’s emission control systems. You do not need to have your vehicle towed in. If the light turns on and off at one (1) second intervals while you are driving the vehicle, it means that the engine is misfiring.
Page 127 Under certain conditions, the Check Engine Warning Light may come on if the fuel cap is not properly installed. If the Check Engine Warning Light comes on and you suspect that the fuel cap is not properly installed, pull off the road as soon as it is safely possible and turn off the engine.
Page 128 Turn Signal Indicator Lights When you push the turn signal lever up before making a right turn, the right side arrow on the instrument panel flashes. When you push the turn signal lever down before making a left turn, the left side arrow on the instrument panel flashes.
Page 129 The anti-lock brake system light Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light This light indicates low oil pressure, not low oil level. However, if your engine’s oil level is low, it could affect the oil pressure. This light comes on every time your ignition key is turned to ON or START.
Page 130 4. If the oil level is low, add as much oil as necessary before you drive your vehicle again. Do not overfill. Do not operate the engine when the oil pressure light is on, even if the oil level is correct. For more information about adding oil, see Adding engine oil in the Index.
Page 131 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant, not the coolant level. If the coolant is not at its proper level or mixture, the gauge indication will not be accurate. The pointer moves from C (Cold) into the normal band as your vehicle warms up.
Page 132 If your engine coolant overheats: 1. Pull off the road as soon as it is safely possible. 2. Turn off the engine. 3. Let the engine cool. 4. Check the coolant level following the instructions on checking and adding coolant to your engine.
Page 134 Tachometer The tachometer tells you the approximate engine revolutions per minute (how fast the engine is running). The tachometer is on the right side of the instrument cluster. Driving with the pointer in the red zone may cause engine damage.
Page 135: Instrument Panel Controls
Instrument Panel Controls The instrument panel (dashboard) on your vehicle is divided into several different sections. The illustrations on the following pages show the major parts of the instrument panel that are described in this chapter. Some items shown may not be on all vehicles. The main controls for the climate control system, lamps, clock, and radio are on the instrument panel.
Page 137 If you have radio transmitting equipment in your vehicle, be aware that it can interfere with your vehicle’s electrical system and may cause the instrumentation and/or convenience products to have temporary, abnormal operation. NOTE: Any cleaner or polish that increases the gloss (shine) of the upper part of the instrument panel should be avoided.
Page 138 The A/C system provides maximum cooling, dehumidifying and better fueling efficiency when the function selector lever is set to the MAX A/C position. The function selector lever controls how the air is circulated. RECIRC position (heating system only) or MAX A/C (heating and air conditioning system only) circulates the air from inside the vehicle through the instrument panel vents.
Page 139 Comfort Tips For maximum cooling, push the A/C button to turn on the system (if equipped) and turn the fan knob to 4 (indicator light will glow). Set the function selector lever to the recirculated position (MAX A/C), and the temperature control lever all the way to the left in the blue (cool) range.
Page 140 Defrosting/Defogging Tips Setting the climate controls for cold weather defrosting...
Page 141 Setting the climate controls for warm weather defogging Under normal conditions, when the vehicle is parked, the climate control system should be left with the function selector lever in any position other than RECIRC (heating) or MAX A/C (heating and air conditioning system). This allows the vehicle to “breathe”...
Page 142 Heating Only System (Without air conditioning) You can heat the inside of your vehicle, defrost the windshield, or use the outside air vents by using the climate controls on the center of the instrument panel. The levers that control the standard heating system Turning on the heat To heat the inside of your vehicle 1.
Page 143 2. Move the temperature control lever to the red (warm) area or to the desired temperature. 3. Set the fan at the desired speed. To defrost the windshield and the side windows: 1. Move the function selector lever to the defrost symbol.
Page 144 Ventilating your vehicle with outside air On mild days, you may want to ventilate your vehicle with outside air. To open the vents: 1. Move the function selector lever to PANEL. 2. Move the temperature control lever to the blue (cool) area or to the desired temperature.
Page 145 Tips for Controlling the Temperature in Your Vehicle To adjust the temperature inside your vehicle, use the temperature control lever. Move the control between red (warm) and blue (cool) for comfort. Do not drive with the air inlet selector lever in the “recirculate”...
Page 146 Heating and Air Conditioning System (If equipped) You can heat the inside of your vehicle, defrost the windshield, and turn on the air conditioning by using the climate controls on the center of the instrument panel. The heating and air conditioning controls Refer to Tips for Controlling the Temperature in Your Vehicle in the previous section for hints on temperature control.
Page 147 Heating and defrosting at the same time 1. Position the function selector lever to FLR/DEF. 2. Move the temperature lever to the red (warm) area or to the desired temperature. 3. Set the fan speed at 4. To defrost the windshield and side windows: 1.
Page 148 3. Move the function selector lever to the MAX A/C position. When the function selector lever is in the MAX A/C position, cooled interior air is recirculated through the system. This position is more economical than continually cooling outside air. 4.
Page 149 To ventilate your vehicle using the vents: 1. Be sure that the A/C is off. 2. Move the function selector lever to PANEL. When PANEL is selected, outside air is directed out the instrument panel registers. 3. Move the temperature control lever to the blue (cool) area or to the desired temperature.
Page 150 Rear Window Defroster (If equipped) The defroster for the rear window clears frost, fog, and thin ice from the inside and outside rear window. The button for the rear window defroster is on the instrument panel to the right of the steering column.
Page 151: The Interior And Exterior Lights
The Interior and Exterior Lights Turning On the Exterior Lights To turn on your headlamps, parking lamps, side markers, license lamps, instrument panel lamps, and tail lamps, twist the knob at the end of the turn signal lever located to the left of the steering wheel.
Page 152 Daytime Running Light System (Canadian vehicles only) The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system turns the high beam headlamps on, with a reduced light output, when: The headlamp system is in the OFF position, The vehicle is running, and The vehicle has a fully released parking brake.
Page 153 Fog Lamps (If equipped) The fog lamps switch is located to the left of the steering wheel on the instrument panel. The fog lamps will operate only when the low beam headlamps are on. Fog lamp switch Cleaning the Exterior Lamps Do not use dry paper towel, chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners to clean the lamps, as these may cause scratches or crack the lamps.
Page 154 Interior Lamps Your vehicle has an interior lamp for your convenience. You can set it to automatically turn on whenever a door is open, or you can set it to stay on or off. The courtesy lamps on the overhead lamp dome Dome/Map/Reading Lamps (If equipped) Your vehicle may have a map lamp for the passenger and one for the driver.
Page 155 Cleaning the Interior Lamps Your interior dome lamps and map lamps are plastic and should be cleaned with a mild detergent diluted in water. Rinse them with clear water. High-Mount Brakelamp Your vehicle is equipped with a high-mount brakelamp. The high-mount brakelamp illuminates whenever you apply the brakes.
Page 156: Rear Window Wiper And Washer
Rear Window Wiper and Washer (Available on wagons only) To use the rear window wiper, push the right side of the rear window wiper and washer switch. Push the left side of the switch to turn the rear window wiper off. To wash the rear window, push in the button marked WASH.
Page 157 Clock Controls on Electronic Radios Electronic radios have built-in clocks. For complete operating instructions, refer to the Electronic Sound Systems chapter in this Owner Guide. Radio For information about the radio in your vehicle, refer to the Electronic Sound Systems chapter in this Owner Guide.
Page 158 Cleaning the Instrument Panel Lens Clean the instrument panel lens with a soft cloth and a glass cleaner, such as Ford Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner, or equivalent. Do not use paper towel or an abrasive cleaner to clean the lens as these may cause scratches.
Page 159: Steering Column Controls
Steering Column Controls The controls on the steering column and wheel are designed to give you easy access to the controls while you are driving. The Turn Signal Lever You can use the turn signal lever on the left side of the steering column to: operate the turn signals turn the high beams on/off...
Page 160 High Beams and Flashing the Lamps High beams and flashing the lamps Windshield Wipers and Washer To turn on the windhsield wipers, the ignition key must be turned to the ON or ACC position. Windshield wipers and washer To set the interval wipers, rotate the knob at the end of the turn signal lever toward or away from the instrument panel to the interval operation you desire.
Page 161 To clean the windshield, push in the end of the wiper knob. For a constant spray, keep the knob pushed in. After you release the knob, the wipers operate for two or three cycles before turning off (if wipers were off) or retruning to the interval setting selected.
Page 162 Hazard Flasher Using the hazard flasher switch The hazard flasher serves as a warning to other drivers to be careful when approaching or passing your vehicle. The flashers work whether your vehicle is running or not. The flashers work for up to two hours when the battery is fully charged and in good condition without draining the battery excessively.
Page 163: Tilt Steering Column
Horn To sound the horn, push the pad in the center of the steering wheel. Check the horn regularly to be sure it operates properly. The horn located on the steering wheel Tilt Steering Column (If equipped) RWARNING Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving.
Page 164 The lever to tilt the steering column To change the position of the steering wheel, push the release lever under the steering column away from you. Tip the steering wheel to the desired position. Pull the lever back into place to lock the steering wheel.
Page 165 The speed control switches on the steering wheel To set the speed control...
Page 166 NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with an automatic transaxle, and if your speed increases above your set speed while driving in k (Overdrive) on a downhill grade, you may want to shift to D (Drive). This will reduce vehicle speed.
Page 167 NOTE: Do not shift to N (Neutral) when using the speed control. This will cause the engine to overspeed. When driving uphill, especially with a heavy load, significant speed drops may occur. If the speed drops more than 8 to 14 mph (13-23 km/h) the automatic speed control will cancel.
Page 168 To cancel speed control and then resume a set speed NOTE: Use of radio transmitting equipment that is not Federal Communications Commission (FCC) or in Canada the Canadian Radio Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) approved may cause the speed control to malfunction. Therefore, use only properly installed FCC approved radio transmitting equipment in your vehicle.
Page 169: Features
Features Your vehicle has a variety of features designed for your comfort, convenience and safety. Read this chapter to find out about standard and optional features. Doors The outside and inside of doors (driver’s side shown)
Page 170 Power Door Locks (If equipped) When you close the doors after you lock them with the power door locks, the doors remain locked. If the power mechanism ever fails, the manual door locks will override the power locks. NOTE: Vehicles equipped with power locks have a safety feature which allows you to unlock one or both front doors from either door lock key cylinder.
Page 171 The child lock lever To set the childproof lock on each rear door, open the rear door. Find the lever with the word LOCKED in green letters. Move the lever down. To release the childproof lock, open the rear door from the outside. Move the lever up.
Page 172 Windows Operating the Windows Manually To manually open and close the side windows, turn the hand crank. The inside of the door...
Page 173 Using the Power Windows (If equipped) To use your power windows, the ignition switch must be in the ON position. RWARNING Do not let children play with the power windows. They may seriously hurt themselves.
Page 174 Rear Quarter Swing-out Windows (2-door hatchback models only) The rear quarter swing-out windows may be opened or closed by releasing the window latch. To open the window, pull the latch toward you and push the window outward until the latch snaps into the opened position.
Page 175 The moon roof controls To open the moon roof, press and hold the rear portion of the switch marked SLIDE. To close the moon roof, press and hold the front portion of the switch marked SLIDE. To move the moon roof into the vent position when the glass panel is closed, press and hold the UP portion of the switch marked TILT.
Page 176 What to do if the moon roof will not operate If your moon roof becomes stuck in the open position, you may close it manually. To move the moon roof manually: Manually operating the moon roof with the handle 1. Remove the manual override access panel from the moon roof console by sliding it rearward.
Page 177 Seats Head Restraints If you use them properly, head restraints are intended to help protect your head and neck in a collision. You can adjust the front seat head restraints for your comfort and protection. The rear seat head rests do not adjust. The adjusting head restraint...
Page 178 A head restraint helps protect you best if you position it behind your head and not behind your neck. You can move the front seats forward or backward or tilt the backs of the seats forward or backward.
Page 179 To move the seat forward or backward:...
Page 180 To recline the seatback:...
Page 181 To gain access to the rear seat on the driver or passenger side (2-door version only). The seatback will return to its set reclined position when pushed back. RWARNING Rear seat passengers should not lean on the front seatback while the vehicle is in motion.
Page 182 Fold-Down Rear Seats Your vehicle is equipped with either a one-piece or split folding rear seat. The rear seatback can be folded down to provide additional cargo space. NOTE: When folding down the rear seatback, the safety belt tongue should be disengaged.
Page 183 RWARNING If you do not securely latch the seatback in the upright position, the seatback or objects could be thrown forward during a sudden stop or collision, possibly injuring you or other passengers. RWARNING Luggage or other cargo should not be piled higher than the seatbacks.
Page 184 NOTE: Before using any cleaner, test it on a small, hidden area of fabric. If the fabric’s color or texture is adversely affected by a particular cleaner, do not use it. Mirrors You can tilt the mirror from day to night position to reduce the glare from the headlamps of vehicles behind you.
Page 185 Side View Mirrors The standard side mirror is manually adjusted by using the remote lever. The side view mirror Electric Remote Control Mirrors (If equipped) If your vehicle has dual electric remote control mirrors, you can control both side view mirrors with one switch.
Page 186 To adjust the driver-side mirror, set the mirror selection switch to the L position. To adjust the passenger-side mirror, set the selection switch to the R position. After you choose the mirror you want to adjust, you can move the mirror in any of four directions.
Page 187 Cupholder and Tray (If equipped) Your vehicle may have a removable cupholder and storage tray for your convenience. If you have the removable cupholders and storage tray, they can be washed in a dishwasher. The cupholder and tray RWARNING Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure you in a collision.
Page 188 Hatchback or Trunk Using the Remote Control for the Trunk or Hatchback (If equipped) Your vehicle may have a remote control release that allows you to open the trunk or hatchback from inside your vehicle. To release the trunk or hatchback, pull up on the release lever located on the floor between the driver’s seat and the door.
Page 189: Cargo Area Cover
Cargo Area Cover This removable cover hides cargo in the luggage compartment. The cover lifts automatically when you open the hatchback. The lift cords on the hatchback RWARNING Do not place any items on the cargo area cover. They may make it difficult to see out the window, or they could be dangerous if they strike any occupants of the vehicle in the case of a sudden stop or...
Page 190 To remove the luggage compartment cover: 1. Raise the hatchback to the fully open position. 2. From the outside of your vehicle, unhook the looped end of the nylon lift cords from the pins in the hatchback. 3. Grasp the rear of the cargo cover and hold the cover at a 30-degree angle before sliding it out of the mounting clips.
Page 191 RWARNING The cover may cause injury in a sudden stop or accident if it is not securely installed. Therefore, the cover should either be securely installed or removed from the vehicle. To be securely installed, the cover must be attached to the brackets and the two cords must be fastened.
Page 192 Wagon Sliding Shade If you have a wagon, you have a sliding shade that you can use to hide any cargo you have in the rear storage area. To install the shade: The location of the mounting brackets 1. Position the shade in the mounting brackets located behind the rear seat on each rear trim panel.
Page 193 3. Hook the sides of the outstretched shade to notch in the rear trim panels near the liftgate opening. RWARNING The cover may cause injury in a sudden stop or accident if it is left lying loose in the vehicle or if it is not securely installed.
Page 194 To rewind the shade: 1. Remove the shade from its side mounting brackets and take it out of your vehicle. To remove it from your vehicle, detach the tethered mounting screws from the trim panels and push one end of the tension rod toward the opposite side of the vehicle until the shade can be removed from the mounting clips.
Page 195 Figure 1 Figure 2 8. Let go of the right end cap. The clutch should now engage and stop the shade from losing its spring tension. 9. Unfold the vinyl and place it into the end cap slots. 10. With the vinyl fully wound around the roller tube, insert the shade into the side mounting brackets.
Page 196 Loading the Luggage Rack (If equipped - wagon model only) If your vehicle is equipped with the optional luggage rack, load your luggage as far back as it will safely go on the rack. Do not carry more than 120 pounds (54 kg) or it may cause the vehicle to exceed the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) or its gross axle weight rating (GAWR front and rear), which are shown on the Safety...
Page 198 Compact Disc Radio The Compact Disc Radio combines the Electronic Stereo Radio with the Ford Compact Disc Player. Using the Controls on Your New Radio/CD Player Most of the features of this unit work for both radio and CD operation. Also, some of the knobs...
Page 199 How to tune radio stations There are four ways for you to tune in a particular station. You can manually locate the station using the “SCAN/TUNE” button, “SEEK” the station, “SCAN” to the station or select the station by using the memory buttons, which you can set to any desired frequency.
Page 200 Using the “SCAN/TUNE” button to scan radio stations Pressing the “SCAN/TUNE” button once enters the scan mode (display will indicate “SCN”). Pushing the top a half of the “SEEK” button will begin the scan mode up the frequency band, stopping on each listenable station for approximately five seconds.
Page 201 Using the Automatic Memory Load feature If no stations are in memory preset, you can activate the Auto Memory Load feature by pressing and holding the “AUTO PRESET” button for approximately three seconds. Auto Memory Load sets all memory buttons in AM, FM1 and FM2 sequentially by seeking out the first six strong stations for the respective band and storing them in memory...
Page 202 After all stations have been filled, the radio will begin playing the station stored on memory button 1. To deactivate the Auto Memory Store mode and return to the manually-set memory button stations (or those stations set using Auto Memory Load), simply push the “AUTO PRESET”...
Page 203 Adjusting speaker fader Fade control allows you to adjust the sound distribution between the front and rear speakers. Push the “AUDIO” button repeatedly until the display reads “FADE.” Push the “+” side of the “VOL” button to shift the sound to the front speakers, and push the “-”...
Page 204 Using the Controls on Your New Compact Disc Player Your new Ford Compact Disc Player is capable of playing 12 cm or 8 cm discs, without an adapter. The Player operates when the power is on and a disc is inserted (label side up).
Page 205 How to insert a disc and begin play Insert one disc, label side up into the disc opening. When inserted, the disc automatically loads into the unit and play starts at the beginning of the first track (selection). When the disc reaches the end, the disc player automatically returns to the beginning of the disc and resumes playing.
Page 206 How to fast forward or reverse your CD player To quickly search for a particular point in a selection, press the “FF” button (to fast forward) or the “REV” button (to reverse). While either button is pressed, the disc goes forward or backward at two different speeds depending on how long the button is held down.
Page 207 Using the “SCAN” function Press the “SCAN/TUNE” button to enter the scan mode. Once in the scan mode, press the top ( a ) or bottom ( b ) half of the “SEEK” button to scan forward or reverse, respectively. The CD player will begin scanning the disc, stopping on each listenable track for approximately eight seconds.
Page 208 How To Take Care of and Clean Your CD Player and Discs To ensure the continued performance of your Ford Compact Disc Player, carefully read the following precautions: Always handle the disc by its edge. Never touch the playing surface.
Page 209 After playing, store the disc in its case. If a disc has already been inserted, do not try to insert another disc. Doing so may damage the disc player. Do not insert anything other than a disc into the disc player. CAUTION: The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard as the laser beam used in this compact disc player is...
Page 210 CD format. Because of this, a new disc that is free of dust and scratches could be defective and may not play on your Ford Compact Disc Player. If play does not begin after the CD button is pushed: The radio is not on.
Page 213 Electronic Stereo and Stereo Cassette Radios Using the Controls on Your New Radio How to turn the radio on and adjust the volume Press the “POWER” button to turn the radio on. Press it again to turn it off. Press the right (+) side of the “VOLUME” button to increase the volume.
Page 214 How to tune radio stations (Stereo Cassette Radio) There are four ways for you to tune in to a particular station. You can manually locate the station by using Automatic Music Search (“AMS”), “SEEK” the station, “SCAN” to the station or select the station by using the memory buttons, which you can set to any desired frequency.
Page 215 Using the “SEEK” function This feature on your radio allows you to automatically select listenable stations up or down the frequency band. Press the right a side of the “SEEK” button to select the next listenable station up the frequency band. Press the left b side of the button to select the next listenable station down the frequency band.
Page 216 NOTE: If the vehicle’s battery is disconnected, the clock and station memory preset buttons will need to be reset. Adjusting the tone balance and speaker output of your radio Increasing or decreasing bass response Push the “AUDIO” button repeatedly until the display reads “BASS.”...
Page 217 Using the Controls of Your Cassette Tape Player How to insert a tape Insert a cassette (with the open edge to the right) firmly into the tape door opening, making sure the cassette is completely in and “seated.” How to locate a desired track on the tape NOTE: The tape track or side number indicated in the display does not necessarily correspond to the tape track...
Page 218 How to eject the tape To stop the tape and eject the cassette, press the “EJECT” button. The radio will resume playing. Using the Dolby B noise reduction feature NOTE: Noise reduction system manufactured under license from Dolby Labs Licensing Corporation. “Dolby” and double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
Page 219 Do not leave a tape in the cassette tape player when not in use. High heat in the vehicle can cause the cassette to warp. Using a Ford Cassette Cleaning Cartridge to clean the tape player head after 10-12 hours of play will help maintain the best playback...
Page 220 Common Radio Reception Conditions Several conditions prevent FM reception from being completely clear and noise-free, such as the following: 1. Distance/Strength The strength of the FM signal is directly related to the distance the signal must travel. The listenable range of an average FM signal is approximately 25 miles (40 kilometers).
Page 221 Several sources of static are normal conditions on AM frequencies. These can be caused by power lines, electric fences, traffic lights and thunderstorms. Another reception phenomenon is Strong Signal Capture and Overload. This can occur when listening to a weak station and when passing another broadcast tower.
Page 222 Consult your vehicle warranty booklet for further information. Ask your dealer for a copy of this limited warranty. At Ford Electronics, we stand behind our audio systems with a comprehensive service and repair program. If anything should go wrong with your Ford audio system, return to your dealer for service.
Page 223: Driving Your Escort
Driving Your Escort Procedures for driving your vehicle will vary depending on which type of transaxle your vehicle has. You may be familiar with the term “transmission.” We use transaxle because it is a more accurate term for vehicles that have front-wheel drive.
Page 224 Putting Your Vehicle in Gear RWARNING Hold the brake pedal down while you move the gearshift lever from position to position. If you do not hold the brake pedal down, your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone. Using a Console-Mounted Gearshift Since your vehicle has a console-mounted gearshift, you must depress the brake pedal, then push in the thumb button to move the...
Page 225 Your vehicle has a special shift-lock safety feature which prevents you from shifting out of P (Park) without the brake pedal depressed. To shift the transaxle out of the P (Park) position, the ignition must be in the ON position, the battery must be supplying electrical power, and your foot must be pressing on the brake pedal.
Page 226 NOTE: You may use the override handle provided in your Owner Guide portfolio in place of a screwdriver. 3. Push and hold the thumb button. 4. Move the gearshift lever. If you need to shift out of P (Park) by using the alternate procedure described above, it is possible that a fuse has blown and that your brakelamps may also not be functional.
Page 227 When to use D (Drive) D (Drive) eliminates the excessive shifting between third and fourth gears that your vehicle sometimes does when you are traveling through hilly terrain in j Overdrive. It also gives more engine braking to slow your vehicle on downgrades than j Overdrive.
Page 228 Parking Always come to a complete stop before you shift into P (Park). Make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). This locks the transaxle and prevents the front wheels from rotating. RWARNING Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park).
Page 229: Driving With A Manual Transaxle
Driving with a Manual Transaxle Using the Clutch In order to start the vehicle, the clutch pedal must be fully depressed to the floor. Before starting the engine, make sure the vehicle is in Neutral and the parking brake is set. Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal and do not use the clutch to hold your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on a...
Page 230 3. Push the gearshift lever completely to the right and then pull rearward on the gearshift lever to engage the Reverse gear. 4. If the Reverse gear is engaged, slowly release the clutch pedal from the floor. 5. If the Reverse gear is not engaged, do not release the clutch pedal from the floor.
Page 231 For cruising, you should upshift at the following speeds: Upshift indicator light (If equipped) After the engine warms up, the upshift light will come on if you could get better fuel economy by shifting to the next higher gear. The vehicle will not be harmed if the transaxle is not shifted when the light comes on, but the vehicle will use more fuel.
Page 232: Steering Your Vehicle
Do not attempt to shift into 1 (First) gear with the clutch pedal depressed at speeds higher than 10 mph (16 km/h). If you do, it could cause a complete clutch failure, making your vehicle inoperative. Steering Your Vehicle Your vehicle may be equipped with power steering.
Page 233 If your vehicle does not have anti-lock brakes, extreme braking can make the wheels lock and slide, causing you to lose control of the steering. If the wheels lock, release the brake pedal and repeat the ”squeeze“ technique. Do not drive with your foot resting on the brake pedal;...
Page 234 If a malfunction is found during this check the anti-lock light will come on. Ford Motor Company has not found any negative effects of mobile radio transmitting equipment installed on vehicles with the ABS system providing that the radio is installed according to the radio manufacturer’s...
Page 235 after turning the key to the ON position) have your mobile radio dealer inspect the radio installation. Also, if the ABS system is activated other than during maximum braking, have your mobile radio installation checked. Parking Brake The parking brake should be used whenever you park your vehicle.
Page 236 RWARNING Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or in 1 (First) (manual transaxle). RWARNING Never leave your vehicle unattended while it is running. Always check the Brake Warning Light each time you start your engine.
Page 237 Driving Under Special Conditions Tips for Safe Driving As with any new vehicle, yours may drive and handle differently from your previous vehicle. Use care until you become accustomed to its various features and driving characteristics. Operate your vehicle within reasonable limits. Sudden acceleration, deceleration, turning, or combinations of these maneuvers can cause a vehicle to behave differently than anticipated.
Page 238 Driving in Bad Weather Slippery roads On some slippery road surfaces, front-wheel drive may provide better acceleration than rear-wheel drive. However, this does not mean that your vehicle can stop any faster or any better than a vehicle with rear-wheel drive. Exercise the same caution while driving on slippery roads with your front-wheel drive vehicle as you would with a rear-wheel drive...
Page 239 RWARNING If your vehicle has speed control, do not use it on slippery roads. You could lose control of your vehicle and could injure someone. If you have an automatic transaxle and your vehicle gets stuck (for example, in mud or snow), you may try to ”rock“...
Page 240 Driving With a Heavy Load There are limits to the amount of weight your vehicle can carry. The total weight of your vehicle, plus the weight of the passengers and cargo, should never be more than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). Also, the weight that your vehicle carries over the front axle and rear axle should never be more than the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for the respective...
Page 241: Trailer Towing
Towing a manual transaxle vehicle behind another vehicle, such as a Recreational Vehicle (RV), is allowed only if towed in a forward direction with the front wheels on the ground. This is the only way to tow behind an RV with the wheels on the ground without damage to the transaxle.
Page 242 If you do not know the actual weights of these items, use the following procedure to figure the weight of a load: 1. Weigh your vehicle without the driver, passengers, and luggage. You might take your vehicle to a shipping company or an inspection station for trucks.
Page 243: Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Emergencies Jump-Starting Your Vehicle Your vehicle’s battery may die if you leave the lights or any electrical equipment on after you turn the engine off. If this happens, you may be able to jump-start from a booster battery to start your vehicle.
Page 244 If the acid touches someone’s skin, eyes, or clothing, immediately flush the area with water for at least 15 minutes. If someone swallows the acid, have him or her drink lots of milk or water first, then Milk of Magnesia, a beaten egg, or vegetable oil.
Page 245 Connecting the jumper cables 1. Connect one end of the first jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal of the discharged battery. (You can connect either jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal, as long as you use the same cable for both positive terminals.) Most jumper cables have a red cable and a black cable.
Page 246 The battery with jumper cables (1.8L engine)
Page 247 The battery with jumper cables (1.9L engine)
Page 248 Jump-Starting 1. Make sure that the jumper cables are not in the way of moving engine parts, then start the booster vehicle. Run the engine at a moderate speed. 2. Let the discharged battery charge for a few minutes and then start the disabled vehicle. It may take a couple of tries before the vehicle starts.
Page 249: Changing A Tire
Changing a Tire If you get a flat tire while you are driving, do not apply the brake heavily. Instead, gradually decrease the speed. Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road. Park on a level spot, turn off the ignition, set the parking brake, and turn on the hazard flashers.
Page 250 try to repair the temporary spare tire or remove it from its wheel. use the wheel for any other type of vehicle. drive through an automatic car wash with this tire. Because the temporary spare tire is smaller than a conventional tire, it reduces the ground clearance.
Page 251 Preparing to Change the Tire 1. Make sure that your vehicle will not move or roll. If you have an automatic transaxle, put the gearshift in P (Park). If you have a manual transaxle, put the gearshift in 1 (First). Set the parking brake and block the wheel that is diagonally opposite the tire that you are changing.
Page 252 RWARNING To lessen the risk of personal injury, do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire. Do not start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack. The jack is only meant for changing the tire.
Page 253 Your vehicle has metric (12 mm) wheel studs and lug nuts. During wheel removal and replacement, make certain that you use the same lug nuts to reinstall the wheel or replace them with nuts of the same metric size and threading. RWARNING Installation of an English thread nut on a metric stud (or vice-versa) will not...
Page 254 6. Remove the jack and fully tighten the lug nuts in the order shown in the following illustration. The lug nuts on the wheel 7. Replace any wheel covers, ornaments, or hub caps that your vehicle has. Line up the notch in the cover with the air valve on the tire and press on with the heel of your hand.
Page 255 Replacing optional wheel covers 8. Put the tire, jack, and wrench away. Make sure the jack is securely fastened so it does not rattle when you drive. 9. Unblock the wheels. Anti-Theft Wheel Lug Nuts (If equipped) If your vehicle has “locking” lug nuts, one of the lug nuts on each wheel must be unlocked with a special key.
Page 256 Anti-theft lug nut and key Removing the anti-theft lug nut Insert the key over the locking lug nut. Make sure that you hold the key square to the lug nut. If you hold the key on an angle, you may damage the key and the lug nut.
Page 257: Towing Your Vehicle
Towing Your Vehicle DO NOT TOW WITH SLINGBELT EQUIPMENT. Ford Motor Company has not developed or approved a T-hook or slingbelt towing procedure. It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with wheel lift or flatbed equipment. Towing your vehicle...
Page 258 Towing your vehicle on a flatbed truck...
Page 259: Customer Assistance
Customer Assistance Roadside Assistance Ford Motor Company has set up a 24-hour, seven-day-a-week hotline with trained operators who put you in touch with the help you need if you experience a problem with your vehicle. This complimentary service is provided to you throughout your warranty period of 3 years or 36,000 miles (60,000 km), whichever comes first.
Page 260 1-800-241-FORD (in Canada call 1-800-665-2006). If You Have a Service Problem Ford Motor Company has authorized Ford and Lincoln-Mercury dealerships that can service your vehicle for you. This chapter tells you how to get service or maintenance for your vehicle.
Page 261 If you are away from home when your vehicle needs to be serviced, or if you need more help than the dealer gave you, contact the Ford Customer Assistance Center to find an authorized dealership that may be able to help.
Page 262: The Dispute Settlement Board
Ford Motor Company vehicles. The Dispute Settlement Board may not be available in all states. Ford Motor Company reserves the right to change eligibility limitations, modify procedures and/or to discontinue this process at any time without...
Page 263 Review? The Board reviews unresolved warranty performance complaints on Ford, Mercury and Lincoln cars and Ford and Mercury Light Trucks under warranty that have not been resolved by a dealer or Ford Motor Company. The Board does not review issues involving:...
Page 264 The decisions of the Board are binding on the dealer and Ford, but customers may have other options available to them under state or federal law.
Page 265 Board address. At the same time, your dealer and Ford Motor Company representative are asked to submit statements. To review your case properly, the Board needs...
Page 266: Reporting Safety Defects
Ford Motor Company the names (if known) of all people you contacted at the dealership a description of the action you want done to resolve your concern.
Page 267 400 Seventh Street, Washington D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline. Ford of Canada Customer Assistance If you live in Canada and have any questions or concerns that the dealership cannot answer, contact the Customer Assistance Centre.
Page 268 If a specific item of concern arises, where a solution cannot be reached between a vehicle owner, Ford of Canada, and/or one of its dealers (that all parties can agree upon), the owner may wish to use the services offered by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP).
Page 269 Use of leaded fuel in your vehicle without a proper conversion may damage the effectiveness of your emissions control system and may cause engine knocking or serious engine damage. Ford Motor Company is not responsible for any damage that is caused by use of improper fuel.
Page 270 If you are in other foreign countries, contact the nearest Ford dealership. If the dealership cannot help you, they can direct you to the appropriate Ford affiliate office. If you buy your vehicle in North America and then relocate outside of the U.S. or Canada,...
Page 271: Accessories
Accessories Ford Accessories for Your Vehicle Ford has many fine products available from your dealer to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. For best results, use the following, or products of equivalent quality. A wide selection of accessories is available through your local authorized dealer.
Page 272 NOTE: Not all accessories are available for all vehicle models. Safety, Comfort, and Convenience...
Page 273 NOTE: When adding accessories, equipment, passengers, and luggage to your vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of the front or rear axle (GVWR, GAWR as shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label). Consult your dealer for specific weight information.
Page 274 5 watts or less will not ordinarily affect your vehicle’s operation.) NOTE: Because we have no control over the installation, design, or manufacture of such systems, Ford cannot assume responsibility for any adverse effects or damage that may result if you use this equipment.
Page 278: Servicing Your Escort
Servicing Your Escort Service Made Easy Ford has two goals for servicing your vehicle. 1. When we can, we design parts that do not need to be serviced. 2. We want to make servicing your vehicle as easy as possible. To help you:...
Page 279 Motorcraft parts are designed and built to provide the best performance in your vehicle. Using these parts for replacement is your assurance that Ford-built quality stays in your vehicle. NOTE: Always dispose of used automotive fluids in a responsible manner. Follow your community’s standards for...
Page 280 If you must work with the engine running, avoid wearing loose clothing or jewelry that could get caught in moving parts. Take appropriate precautions with long hair. Do not work on a vehicle in an enclosed space with the engine running, unless you are sure you have enough ventilation.
Page 281 Working with the engine on: 1. Set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or Neutral (manual transaxle). 2. Block the wheels. This will prevent your vehicle from moving unexpectedly. RWARNING Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it...
Page 283: Engine Compartment
RWARNING Read and understand Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle at the beginning of this chapter before opening the hood. Engine Compartment Your vehicle has one of these types of engines: a 1.9L SFI engine a 1.8L DOHC MFI engine The following pages show diagrams of each engine type and where to find items that you should regularly service.
Page 286: Filling The Fuel Tank
Cleaning the Engine A clean engine is more efficient because a buildup of grease and dirt acts as an insulator, keeping the engine warmer than normal. Extreme care must be used if a power washer is used to clean the engine. The high pressure fluid could penetrate sealed parts and assemblies causing damage or malfunctions.
Page 287 RWARNING If the fuel cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops before completely removing the cap. 2. Make sure that you pump unleaded fuel and put the nozzle all the way inside the fuel filler pipe.
Page 288 Choosing the Right Fuel Use only UNLEADED FUEL in your vehicle. Using leaded fuel is prohibited by federal law. Your warranty may not apply if your vehicle is damaged because you used the wrong fuel. Vehicle inspection programs may detect misfueling.
Page 289 Fuel Quality If you are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation problems when the engine is cold, it may be caused by fuel with low volatility. Try a different brand of fuel. If the condition persists, see your dealer or a qualified service technician. Using a high-quality fuel makes your vehicle more responsive and maintains its good fuel economy and emissions by:...
Page 290 Reformulated fuel is also required in certain areas of the U.S. These fuels are designed to further reduce emissions from your vehicle. Generally, you should not experience difficulties operating your vehicle on reformulated gasoline or on fuels containing oxygenates. We encourage you to use these fuels.
Page 291 If you are taking the medication “Antabuse” or other forms of disulfiram for the treatment of alcoholism, vapor or skin contact with a gasoline-methanol blend may cause the same kind of adverse reaction as drinking an alcoholic beverage. In sensitive individuals, serious personal injury or sickness could result.
Page 292 To calculate fuel economy: 1. Fill the tank completely and record the initial odometer reading. 2. Every time you buy fuel record the amount (in gallons or liters) purchased. 3. After at least three to five tankfuls, fill the fuel tank and record the final odometer reading.
Page 293 Aftermarket add-ons such as bike, ski or luggage racks, bug deflectors, etc. Engine Oil Recommendations We recommend using Motorcraft oil or an equivalent oil meeting Ford Specification ESE-M2C153-E and displaying the American Petroleum Institute CERTIFICATION MARK on the front of the container.
Page 294 Engine oils with an SAE 5W-30 viscosity are PREFERRED for your vehicle. They provide the best engine performance, fuel economy and engine protection for all climates down to -15˚F (-25˚C). Synthetic engine oils which are CERTIFIED and of the preferred viscosity may be used in your engine.
Page 295 Engine oil dipstick (1.9L engine) Engine oil dipstick (1.8L engine) 6. Carefully pull the dipstick out again. If the oil level is below the “Add 1 qt.” or “L” line, add engine oil as necessary. If the engine oil is beyond the letter “F” or the “FULL”...
Page 296: Engine Coolant
RWARNING Continuous contact with USED motor oil has caused cancer in laboratory mice. Protect your skin by washing with soap and water. Engine Coolant Checking the Engine Coolant NOTE: Be sure to read and understand Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle at the beginning of this chapter. RWARNING The cooling fan is automatic and may come on at any time.
Page 297 RWARNING Do not put engine coolant in the container for the windshield washer fluid. If sprayed to clean the glass, engine coolant or antifreeze could make it difficult to see through the windshield. NOTE: Additional illumination may be needed to see the coolant reservoir markings clearly.
Page 298 Index. Ford Premium Cooling System Fluid is an optimized formula that will protect all metals and rubber elastomers used in Ford engines for four years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km). It is not necessary and not recommended to use supplemental coolant additives in your gasoline powered vehicle.
Page 299 Call your local recycling center to find out about recycling automotive fluids. Use Ford Premium Cooling System Fluid E2FZ-19549-AA (in Canada, Motorcraft CXC-8-B) or an equivalent engine coolant that meets Ford Specification ESE-M97B44-A.
Page 300 Leave the engine coolant in all year. Make sure that the coolant will not freeze at the temperature level in which you drive during winter months. Keep an engine coolant in your engine that has a protection rating of at least -20˚F (-29˚C), or whatever protection rating is appropriate for the climate in which you live.
Page 301 (temperatures below 32˚F [0˚C]). State or local regulations on Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC’s) may restrict use of the most common antifreeze, methanol. Washer fluids containing non-methanol antifreeze agents should be used only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging the vehicle’s paint finish, wiper blades, and windshield washer system.
Page 302 If the blades do not wipe properly, clean both the windshield and the wiper blades. Use undiluted windshield washer solution or a mild detergent. Rinse thoroughly with clear water. Do not use fuel, kerosene, paint thinner, or other solvents to clean your wiper blades. These will damage your blades.
Page 303 Wiper blade replacement If the wiper blades still do not work properly after you clean them, you may need to replace the wiper blade assembly or the blade element. When replacing the wiper blade assembly, blade refill, or wiper arm always use a Motorcraft part or equivalent.
Page 304 Replacing the wiper blades...
Page 305 Tires Look at your tires each time you fill your fuel tank. If one tire looks lower than the others, check the pressure in all of them. Always follow these precautions: Keep your tires inflated to the recommended pressures. Stay within the recommended load limits (see Load limits in the Index).
Page 306 RWARNING Improperly inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly, possibly resulting in loss of vehicle control. Tire Rotation Because your vehicle’s front and rear tires perform different jobs, they often wear differently. To make sure your tires wear evenly and last longer, rotate them as indicated in the following diagram.
Page 307 Replacing the Tires Replace any tires that show wear bands. When your tire shows a wear band, it has only 1/16 inch (2 mm) of tread left. A worn-out tire Because your vehicle’s tires may wear unevenly, you may need to replace them before a wear band appears across the entire tread.
Page 308 Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575.104(c)(2). U.S. Department of Transportation — Tire quality grades: The U.S. Department of Transportation requires Ford to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it.
Page 309 Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1 1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100.
Page 310 represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. Warning: The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
Page 311 Make sure the chains are the right size for your tires. Use only SAE Class “S” chains. Other types may damage your vehicle. Put the chains on the front tires tightly with the ends held down securely. Retighten the chains after driving 1/2 mile (0.8 km). Follow the chain manufacturer’s instructions.
Page 312 Battery If the original equipment maintenance-free battery is replaced, it may be replaced by a low-maintenance battery. See Motorcraft Parts at the end of this chapter for the proper replacement battery. The low-maintenance battery has removable vent caps for checking the electrolyte level and adding water.
Page 313 Help Us Protect Our Environment Ford Motor Company strongly recommends that used lead-acid batteries be returned to an authorized recycling facility for disposal. Battery recycling symbol Because your vehicle’s engine is electronically controlled by a computer, some control conditions are maintained by power from the battery.
Page 314: Automatic Transaxle Fluid
Automatic Transaxle Fluid Under normal circumstances, you do not need to check the fluid level of the transaxle, since your vehicle does not use up transaxle fluid. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet for replacement intervals. However, if the transaxle is not working properly —...
Page 315 dipstick. When the vehicle has not been driven, and outside temperatures are above 68˚F (20˚C), the fluid levels should be between the room temperature marks on the dipstick. Automatic transaxle fluid dipstick NOTE: Your vehicle should not be driven if the outside temperature is above 68˚F (20˚C) and the fluid level is below the Low mark on the room temperature...
Page 316 NOTE: Always dispose of used automotive fluids in a responsible manner. Follow your community’s standards for disposing of these types of fluids. Call your local recycling center to find out about recycling automotive fluids. Manual Transaxle Fluid The lubricant level and quality should not deteriorate under normal driving conditions.
Page 317 Brake fluid master cylinder reservoir If the fluid is low, carefully clean and remove the filler cap from the reservoir. Fill the reservoir to the MAX line with Ford High Performance DOT 3 Brake Fluid C6AZ-19542-AA or DOT 3 equivalent fluid meeting Ford specification ESA-M6C25-A.
Page 318 RWARNING Do not let the reservoir for the master cylinder run dry. This may cause the brakes to fail. Power Steering Fluid Check the level of the power steering fluid at least twice a year (i.e., every Spring and Fall). Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid 1.
Page 319 Use only power steering fluid that meets Ford Specification ESW-M2C33-F, such as Motorcraft Type “F” Automatic Transmission and Power Steering Fluid. If the power steering fluid is low, do not drive your vehicle for a long period of time before adding fluid.
Page 320 Fuses If electrical parts in your vehicle are not working, the system may have been overloaded and blown a fuse. If a fuse blows, all the parts of your vehicle that use the fuse will not work. Your vehicle has two fuse panels. The interior fuse panel is below the instrument panel in front of the driver’s door.
Page 321 Inside of the instrument fuse panel cover...
Page 325 The engine compartment fuse panel Engine compartment fuse panel (1.8 liter)
Page 326 Engine compartment fuse panel (1.9 liter)
Page 330 To remove and replace a fuse, use the fuse puller tool provided. RWARNING Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating. Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire.
Page 331 Even after you replace a fuse, it will continue to blow if you do not find what caused the overload. If the fuse continues to blow, have your electrical system checked. Circuit Breakers Circuit breakers open when a circuit overload exceeds their rated current (amperage).
Page 332 Lights and Bulb Replacement It is a good idea to check the operation of the following lights frequently: headlamps high-mount brakelamp tail lamps brakelamps hazard flasher turn signals side markers license plate lamp fog lamps (if equipped) The alignment of your headlamps should be checked if: oncoming motorists frequently signal you to turn off your vehicle’s high beams when you...
Page 333 Headlamp Bulb The headlamps on your vehicle use replaceable bulbs. When the lamp burns out, simply replace the bulb, rather than the whole lamp. RWARNING Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of children’s reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch the glass.
Page 334 3. Remove the electrical connector from the bulb by pulling the connector. 4. Remove the bulb retaining ring by rotating it counterclockwise (when viewed from the rear) about an eighth of a turn to free it from the bulb socket, and by sliding the ring off the plastic base.
Page 335 High-Mount Brakelamp Bulb Removing the brakelamp bulb Location of the high-mount brakelamp (GT hatchback brakelamp is on spoiler) 1. Push in the center of each of the three mounting clips and pry each clip out. 2. Remove the high-mount brakelamp cover. 3.
Page 336 Replacing the brakelamp on a luggage compartment with spoiler Location of the high-mount brakelamp on spoiler 1. Remove the two retaining screws and the lens. 2. Detach the socket from the housing and remove the bulb. 3. Replace the bulb and ease the socket back into the housing.
Page 337 Replacing a brakelamp mounted on the package tray in the rear window Location of the high-mount brakelamp in rear window 1. Remove the two fastener clips and the brakelamp assembly cover. 2. Detach the socket from the housing and remove the bulb. 3.
Page 338 Bulb Specifications...
Page 339: Emission Control System
Emission Control System Your vehicle is equipped with a catalytic converter which enables your vehicle to comply with applicable exhaust emission requirements. RWARNING Exhaust leaks may result in the entry of harmful and potentially lethal fumes into the passenger compartment. Under extreme conditions excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the fuel system, the interior floor covering, or...
Page 340 If other than Ford or Motorcraft or Ford authorized remanufactured parts are used for maintenance, replacement, or for the service of components affecting emissions control, the...
Page 341 RWARNING 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. Do not make any unauthorized changes to your vehicle or engine.
Page 342 Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance Testing In some localities it may become a legal requirement to pass an Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) test of the On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) II system. If the vehicle’s powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced, the OBD II system is reset to a not ready for I/M testing condition.
Page 343 The engine must be warmed up and at operating temperature before proceeding with the drive modes of the following OBD II Drive Cycle. 1. Start the engine. Drive the vehicle or idle in neutral for 4 minutes. 2. Idle the vehicle in D (drive) (neutral for manual transaxles) for 40 seconds.
Page 344 8. Drive vehicle and hold the throttle steady at the selected speed between 45 and 60 mph (72-97 km/h) for approximately 5 minutes. 9. Drive the vehicle for 5 minutes at varying speeds between 45 and 60 mph (72-97 km/h). 10.
Page 346 Motorcraft Parts If an original 1.9L engine spark plug is removed for examination, it must be reinstalled in the same cylinder. Spark plugs in cylinders 1 and 3 have a EG suffix. Spark plugs in cylinders 2 and 4 have a E suffix. If a spark plug needs to be replaced, use only spark plugs with the service part number suffix EE as shown on the engine decal.
Page 349: Vehicle Storage
Vehicle Storage Maintenance Tips If you plan on storing your vehicle for an extended period of time (60 days or more), refer to the following maintenance recommendations to ensure your vehicle stays in good operating condition. General Store all vehicles in a dry, ventilated place. Protect from sunlight, if possible.
Page 350 Ford Gas Stabilizer should be added whenever actual or expected storage periods exceed 60 days. Follow the instructions on the label. The vehicle should then be operated at idle speed to circulate the additive throughout the fuel system.
Page 351 Battery Check and recharge as necessary. Keep connections clean and covered with a light coat of grease. Brakes Make sure brakes and parking brake are fully released. Tires Maintain recommended air pressure. Miscellaneous Make sure all linkages, cables, levers and clevis pins under vehicle are covered with grease to prevent rust.
Page 370: Electronic Sound Systems
Index ABS warning light (see Anti-lock brake system) ..Accessory position on the ignition ..Additives, engine oil ..Air bag Supplemental Restraint System and child safety seats .
Page 371: Index
Automatic transaxle driving with ... . . fluid, adding ... . . fluid, checking ... . fluid, refill capacities .
Page 372 Bulbs, replacing ... . . halogen ....headlamps ....Canada, customer assistance .
Page 373 Cleaning your vehicle (continued) instrument panel lens ..interior....interior lamps... . . plastic parts .
Page 374 Customer Assistance Center, Ford (U.S.) ....Customer Assistance Centre, Ford of Canada..Dashboard (see Instrument panel) ..
Page 375 Emergencies, roadside assistance....battery acid spills ... fuel ....jump-starting .
Page 376 ....Exhaust fumes ... . . Extended Service Plan, Ford ..engine fan, avoiding injury ..
Page 377 Fuel cap removing ....replacing ....Fuel filler door remote release ... . Fuel filter, specifications .
Page 378 GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) (continued) location ....Hazard flashers ... . . Headlamps aiming ....checking alignment .
Page 379 Jack operation ....positioning ....storage ....Jump-starting your vehicle attaching cables .
Page 380 Lubricant specifications ..Lug nuts anti-theft ....standard ....tightening sequence .
Page 381 Overdrive....Overseas offices ... . . Parking brake operation ....Parts (see Motorcraft Parts) .
Page 382 Safe driving tips ... . Safety belts (see Safety restraints) ..Safety Compliance Certification Label . . . Safety information relating to automotive fuels ... Safety restraints automatic locking mode (retractor) .
Page 383 Shift positions (see Gearshift) ..Shoulder and lap belts (see Safety restraints) ..Side mirrors ....adjusting .
Page 384 Tachometer ....Tail lamps bulb replacement ... cleaning ....Temperature control (see Climate control) .
Page 385 Used engine oil, disposal ..280, 300, 317 VECI (Vehicle Emission Control Information) decal... Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) . . . Vehicle loading calculating the load ..understanding loading information .
Page 386 Wheels anti-theft lugnuts ... cleaning ....covers ....inspection and maintenance .
Page 387: Service Station Information
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