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Ford 1998 Escort Manual

Ford 1998 Escort Manual (192 pages)

Brand: Ford | Category: Automobile | Size: 1.59 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
1
Information about this Guide
2
Introduction
2
- Icons
  2
- Warnings
  2
- Breaking-In Your Vehicle
  2
Instrumentation
3
- Climate Controls
  5
- Warning Lights and Chimes
  6
- Base Instrument Cluster
  6
- Sport Instrument Cluster
  6
- ZX2 Coupe Instrument Cluster
  7
- Low Fuel
  7
- Service Engine Soon
  7
- Light Turns on Solid
  8
- Light Is Blinking:
  9
- Air Bag Readiness
  9
- Safety Belt
  9
- High Beams
  10
- Brake System Warning
  10
- Turn Signal
  10
- Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
  10
- Charging System
  11
- Engine Oil Pressure
  11
- Check Coolant
  11
- Liftgate Ajar
  11
- Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Warning Chime
  12
- Key-In-Ignition Warning Chime
  12
- Headlamps on Warning Chime
  12
- Gauges
  13
- Base Instrument Cluster Gauges
  13
- Sport Instrument Cluster Gauges
  13
- ZX2 Coupe Instrument Cluster Gauges
  13
- Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
  14
- Fuel Gauge
  14
- Trip Odometer
  15
- Speedometer
  15
- Tachometer
  16
- Panel Dimmer Control
  17
- Power Side View Mirrors
  17
- To Adjust Your Mirrors
  17
Controls and Features
17
- Audio System
  18
- Heater Only System
  18
- Climate Control System
  18
- Fan Speed Control
  19
- Temperature Control Knob
  19
- Mode Selector Control
  19
- Operating Tips
  20
- Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System
  21
- Rear Window Defroster
  25
- Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
  26
- Positions of the Ignition
  26
- Headlamp Control
  26
- Flash to Pass
  27
- Turn Signal Control
  27
- Foglamps
  28
- Speed Control
  28
- To Turn Speed Control on
  28
- To Turn Speed Control off
  29
- To Set a Speed
  29
- To Set a Higher Set Speed
  30
- To Set a Lower Set Speed
  31
- To Disengage Speed Control
  32
- Tilt Steering
  33
- Hazard Flasher
  33
- To Return to a Previously Set Speed
  33
- Windshield Wiper and Washer
  34
- Sliding Shade
  35
- Rear Window Wiper/Washer Controls
  35
- Moon Roof
  35
- Interior Lamps
  36
- Dome Lamp
  36
- Map Lamps
  36
- Power Windows
  37
- Express down
  38
- Positive Retention Floor Mat
  38
- Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
  39
- Cargo Cover
  39
- Remote Entry System
  39
- To Install the Shade
  39
- Unlocking the Doors
  40
- Locking the Doors
  41
- Opening the Trunk
  41
- Sounding a Panic Alarm
  42
- Replacing the Batteries
  42
- Replacing Lost Transmitters
  43
- Illuminated Entry
  44
- Anti-Theft System
  44
- Arming the Anti-Theft System
  44
- Identifying an Armed System
  44
- Disarming the Anti-Theft System
  45
- Disarming a Triggered Anti-Theft System
  46
- Adjustable Head Restraints
  47
- Front Seats
  47
Seating and Safety Restraints
47
Starting
80
- Important Safety Precautions
  81
- Before Starting the Vehicle
  81
- Using the Engine Block Heater
  84
- Starting the Engine
  84
- Guarding against Exhaust Fumes
  85
- Important Ventilating Information
  86
- Brakes
  87
Driving
87
- ABS Warning Lamp
  88
- Using ABS
  88
- Parking Brake
  89
- Transaxle Operation
  90
- Using the Clutch
  90
- Manual Transaxle
  90
- Recommended Shift Speeds
  91
- Coupe
  91
- Parking Your Vehicle
  92
- Reverse
  93
- Automatic Transaxle
  94
- Vehicle Loading
  97
- GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)
  98
- Base Curb Weight
  98
- Payload
  98
- Maximum Trailer Weight Rating
  99
- Maximum Trailer Weight
  99
- Trailer Weight Range
  99
- Trailer Towing
  100
- Preparing to Tow
  100
- Hitches
  101
- Safety Chains
  101
- Trailer Brakes
  101
- Trailer Lamps
  101
- Driving While You Tow
  102
- Servicing after Towing
  102
- Trailer Towing Tips
  102
- Luggage Rack
  103
- Fuel Consumption
  103
Roadside Emergencies
104
- Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color
  106
- Fuses
  106
- Sedan/Wagon
  112
- Changing the Tires
  113
- Relays
  113
- Temporary Spare Tire Information
  114
- Tire Change Procedure
  115
- Jump Starting Your Vehicle
  118
- Preparing Your Vehicle
  118
- Connecting the Jumper Cables
  119
- Jump Starting
  120
- Removing the Jumper Cables
  120
- Wrecker Towing
  121
- Towing Behind Another Vehicle
  122
- Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
  123
- To Help You Service Your Vehicle
  123
- Service Recommendations
  123
Maintenance and Care
123
- Working with the Engine off
  124
- Working with the Engine on
  126
- Opening the Hood
  128
- Identifying Components in the Engine Compartment
  130
- 2.0L SOHC Engine
  130
- 2.0L DOHC Zetec Engine
  131
- Checking the Engine Oil
  132
- Adding Engine Oil
  134
- Engine Oil Recommendations
  134
- Changing the Engine Oil and Filter
  135
- Brake Fluid
  136
- Checking and Adding Brake Fluid
  136
- Clutch Fluid
  137
- Windshield Washer Fluid
  137
- Checking and Adding Washer Fluid
  137
- Engine Coolant
  138
- Adding Engine Coolant
  139
- Recycled Engine Coolant
  141
- Coolant Refill Capacity
  141
- Severe Winter Climate
  141
- Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid
  142
- Transmission Fluid
  143
- Battery
  145
- Checking and Adding Manual Transmission Fluid
  145
- Changing the Wiper Blades
  148
- Windshield Wiper Blades
  148
- Checking the Wiper Blades
  148
- Air Filter
  148
- Information about Tire Quality Grades
  149
- To Replace the Wiper Blades
  149
- Treadwear
  150
- Traction a B C
  150
- Temperature a B C
  151
- Tire Rotation
  152
- Checking the Tire Pressure
  152
- Servicing Your Tires
  152
- Replacing the Tires
  153
- Snow Tires and Chains
  154
- What You Should Know about Automotive Fuels
  155
- Choosing the Right Fuel
  156
- Octane Recommendations
  157
- Fuel Quality
  158
- Cleaner Air
  158
- Running out of Fuel
  158
- Calculating Fuel Economy
  159
- Emission Control System
  160
- Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
  162
- Exterior Bulbs
  163
- Replacing Headlamp Bulbs
  165
- To Change the Foglamp Bulbs
  167
- High-Mount Brake Lamp
  167
- Tail Lamps/Backup Lamps
  169
- Interior Bulbs
  171
- To Change the License Plate Bulbs
  171
- License Plate Lamps
  171
- Using the Right Bulbs
  172
- Aiming the Headlamps
  172
- Horizontal Aim Adjustment
  173
- Vertical Aim Adjustment
  174
- Cleaning and Caring for Your Vehicle
  175
- Washing Your Vehicle
  175
- Waxing Your Vehicle
  175
- Repairing Paint Chips
  176
- Cleaning the Wheels
  176
- Cleaning the Engine
  176
- Cleaning Plastic Exterior Parts
  177
- Cleaning the Instrument Panel
  178
- Cleaning the Interior Fabric
  178
- Cleaning the Wiper Blades
  178
- Cleaning the Exterior Lamps
  178
- Cleaning and Maintaining the Safety Belts
  179
- Check the Safety Belt System
  179
- Cleaning the Built-In Child Seat
  179
- Motorcraft Part Numbers
  180
- Refill Capacities
  180
Capacities and Specifications
180
- Lubricant Specifications
  181
- Engine Data
  182
- Vehicle Dimensions
  183
- Identifying Your Vehicle
  186
- Safety Compliance Label
  186
- Vehicle Identification Number
  186
- Engine Number
  186
Reporting Safety Defects
187
Index
188
Filling Station Information
191

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