Table Of Contents - Ford 2000 Focus Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Table Of Contents1
Icons2
Introduction2
Warnings3
Breaking In Your Vehicle3
Vehicle Symbol Glossary4
Instrumentation6
Instrument Cluster8
Warning Lights And Chimes8
Check Engine8
Light Is Blinking10
Multi-Function10
Air Bag Readiness11
Doors Ajar11
Turn Signal11
High Beams11
Safety Belt12
Charging System12
Engine Oil Pressure12
Low Fuel Level Warning Light12
Brake System Warning13
Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)13
Speed Control14
Upshift14
O/D Off14
Headlamps On Warning Chime15
Safety Belt Warning Chime15
Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) Warning Chime15
Gearshift Warning Chime15
Instrument Cluster Gauges16
Temperature Gauge16
Tachometer17
Speedometer18
Odometer18
Tripmeter18
Fuel Gauge18
Controls And Features19
Headlamp Control19
Fog Lights19
Daytime Running Lights (Drl)20
Flash To Pass20
Panel Dimmer Control21
Remote Luggage Compartment Release21
Interior Luggage Compartment Release21
Climate Controls24
Heater Only System24
Fan Speed Control24
Temperature Control24
Recirculated Air Control25
Operating Tips26
Manual Heating And Air Conditioning System27
Mode Selector Control27
Air Conditioning Control30
Rear Window Defroster32
Hazard Flasher Control32
Ashtray32
Audio System33
Anti-Theft Protection Panel33
Replacement Panels34
Radio Reception35
Am Reception35
Fm Reception35
4100N Audio Controls36
On/Off37
Volume Control37
Sound Adjustments37
Bass37
Waveband Selector (Am/Fm)38
Seek/Tuning Control (Seek)38
Manual Tuning Control (Tune)38
Station Presets38
Fade/Balance Control42
Seek Tuning Control (Seek)42
Scan Tuning Control42
Autostore Selector43
Station Preset Buttons44
Stereo Indicator44
Clock (Clk)44
Adjusting The Clock44
Manual Tuning45
Automatic Volume Control45
4500N Units Only46
Tape Control Buttons46
Fast Forward/Rewind46
Auto Reverse46
Tape Side Selection47
Tape Eject47
To Pause Tape Playback47
To Restart Tape Playback47
Dolby B Noise Reduction48
Cd Playback49
Track Selection49
Fast Forward/Reverse50
Scan Mode50
To End Cd Playback50
Cd Eject50
Cd Care And Maintenance51
Cd Error Codes51
Random Track Playback (Shuf)52
Track Compression (Comp)52
Positions Of The Ignition53
Tilt And Telescope Steering54
Turn Signal Control54
Windshield Wiper/Washer Control55
Mist Function55
Rear Window Wiper And Washer55
To Turn Speed Control On56
To Turn Speed Control Off56
To Set A Speed57
To Set A Higher Speed58
To Set A Lower Speed58
To Disengage Speed Control59
To Return To A Set Speed59
Dome Lamps60
Reading Lamps60
Power Windows61
One Touch Down61
Window Lock61
Power Side View Mirrors62
Childproof Rear Door Locks62
Luggage Cover63
Coupe63
Wagon63
Positive Retention Floor Mat64
Remote Entry System64
Unlocking The Doors65
Locking The Doors65
Opening The Luggage Compartment66
Sounding A Panic Alarm66
Illuminated Entry67
Replacing The Battery67
Replacing Lost Transmitters68
Programming Procedure68
Perimeter Alarm System70
Arming The System70
Disarming The System70
Securilockt Passive Anti-Theft System71
Theft Indicator73
Programming Spare73
Adjustable Head Restraints77
Front Seats77
Seating And Safety Restraints77
Folding The Seat Forward78
Folding The Rear Seat Cushion Forward79
Folding The Rear Seatback Forward79
Coupe And Wagon79
Sedan79
Returning The Rear Seatback To An Upright Position80
Safety Restraints81
Combination Lap And Shoulder Belts82
Energy Management Feature83
Vehicle Sensitive Mode84
Safety Belt Pretensioner85
Automatic Locking Mode85
When To Use The Automatic Locking Mode86
How To Use The Automatic Locking Mode86
How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode86
Front Safety Belt Height Adjustment87
Safety Belt Warning Light And Warning Chime88
Conditions Of Operation88
Belt Minder89
One Time Disable92
Deactivating/Activating The Belt Minder Feature92
Safety Belt Extension Assembly95
Safety Belt Maintenance96
Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)97
Children And Air Bags99
How Does The Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System Work?99
Determining If The System Is Operational102
Side Air Bag System103
How Does The Side Air Bag System Work?104
Safety Restraints For Children107
Important Child Restraint Precautions108
Children And Safety Belts109
Safety Belts For Children111
When Installing A Child Safety Seat111
Attaching Child Safety Seats With Isofix Attachments116
Attaching Child Safety Seats With Tether Straps118
Starting121
Preparing To Start Your Vehicle121
Important Safety Precautions122
Before Starting The Vehicle123
Starting The Engine124
Using The Engine Block Heater125
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes126
Important Ventilating Information127
Driving128
Brakes128
Abs Warning Lamp130
Using Abs131
Parking Brake132
Steering133
Automatic Transaxle Operation134
Brake-Shift Interlock134
Driving With Automatic Transaxle136
Understanding Gearshift Positions136
R (Reverse)137
N (Neutral)137
Manual Transaxle Operation140
Using The Clutch140
Recommended Shift Speeds141
Upshifts When Accelerating141
Parking Your Vehicle142
Reverse142
Removing Key From Ignition143
Vehicle Loading144
Base Curb Weight144
Payload144
Gvw (Gross Vehicle Weight)144
Maximum Trailer Weight145
Trailer Weight Range146
Trailer Towing148
Preparing To Tow150
Hitches150
Safety Chains150
Trailer Brakes150
Trailer Lamps151
Driving While You Tow151
When Towing A Trailer152
Servicing After Towing152
Trailer Towing Tips152
Recreational Towing154
All Front Wheel Drive (Fwd)154
Luggage Rack155
Driving Through Water156
Roadside Emergencies157
Hazard Lights Control157
Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch158
Fuses159
Standard Fuse Amperage Rating And Color160
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel160
Power Distribution Box164
Changing The Tires168
The Temporary Spare Tire168
Tire Change Procedure170
Jump Starting Your Vehicle175
Preparing Your Vehicle175
Connecting The Jumper Cables176
Jump Starting179
Removing The Jumper Cables179
Wrecker Towing181
Maintenance And Care182
Service Recommendations182
Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle182
Opening The Hood183
Identifying Components In The Engine Compartment184
Engine Oil186
Checking The Engine Oil186
Adding Engine Oil187
Engine Oil And Filter Recommendations188
Clutch Fluid189
Brake Fluid189
Checking And Adding Brake Fluid189
Windshield Washer Fluid191
Engine Coolant191
Checking And Adding Washer Fluid191
Adding Engine Coolant192
Recycled Engine Coolant195
Coolant Refill Capacity195
Severe Winter Climate196
What You Should Know About Fail-Safe Cooling196
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works197
When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated198
Checking And Adding Power Steering Fluid199
Transaxle Fluid200
Checking Automatic Transaxle Fluid200
Low Fluid Level201
Correct Fluid Level201
High Fluid Level202
Adjusting Automatic Transaxle Fluid Levels202
Battery203
Windshield Wiper Blades207
Checking The Wiper Blades207
Changing The Wiper Blades207
Information About Tire Quality Grades208
Treadwear209
Traction Aa A B C209
Temperature A B C210
Servicing Your Tires211
Tire Rotation211
Replacing The Tires212
Snow Tires And Chains213
What You Should Know About Automotive Fuels215
Fuel Filler Cap218
Fuel Filler Cap Lock218
Choosing The Right Fuel219
Octane Recommendations220
Fuel Quality220
The American Automobile Manufacturers Association (Aama)221
Cleaner Air221
Running Out Of Fuel222
Fuel Filter222
Essentials Of Good Fuel Economy223
Measuring Techniques223
Filling The Tank224
Calculating Fuel Economy225
Driving Style – Good Driving And Fuel Economy Habits226
Habits226
Conditions228
Epa Window Sticker229
Emission Control System229
Readiness For Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing232
Exterior Bulbs233
Replacing Exterior Bulbs233
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs233
To Remove The Headlamp Bulb234
Replacing Front Parking Lamp/Turn Signal Bulbs234
Replacing Foglamp Bulbs235
Side Marker Lamp235
Replacing Tail/Brake/Backup Lights And Turn Signal Bulbs236
High-Mount Brake Lamp Bulbs239
Replacing Interior Lights239
Rear Dome Lamp239
Map Lamps239
Luggage Compartment Light240
Using The Right Bulbs240
Aiming The Headlamps241
Vertical Aim Adjustment241
Cleaning And Caring For Your Vehicle243
Washing Your Vehicle243
Waxing Your Vehicle244
Repairing Paint Chips244
Cleaning The Wheels245
Cleaning Plastic Exterior Parts245
Cleaning The Exterior Lamps245
Cleaning The Wiper Blades246
Cleaning The Instrument Panel247
Cleaning The Interior Fabric247
Cleaning Seats Equipped With Side Air Bags247
Cleaning And Maintaining The Safety Belts248
Check The Safety Belt System248
Underbody248
Cleaning Leather Seats248
Woodtone Trim251
Inside Windows251
Cleaning Mirrors251
Capacities And Specifications252
Motorcraft Part Numbers252
Refill Capacities253
Lubricant Specifications254
Engine Data255
Vehicle Dimensions256
Identifying Your Vehicle259
Safety Compliance Label259
Vehicle Identification Number260
Engine Number260
Customer Assistance261
Ford Extended Service Plan262
Reporting Safety Defects (U. S. Only)272
Index273
Filling Station Information280