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Ford Escort Manual (388 pages)
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
3
Introductory Information
4
Things to Know about Using this Guide
5
Finding Information in this Guide
5
About the Warranties
7
Buying a Ford Extended Service Plan
7
Breaking Your Vehicle in
8
Cleaning the Outside of Yourvehicle
9
Washing and Polishing Your Vehicle
9
Cleaning Chrome and Aluminum Parts
10
Cleaning Plastic Parts
10
Important Safety Belt Information
11
Safety Restraints
11
Motorized Shoulder Belt Passive Restraint System
13
The Proper Position of the Front Lap Safety Belt
14
To Operate the Motorized Shoulder Belt
14
The Shoulder Belt Sliding Along Its Track
15
The Shoulder Belt in the Locked Position
16
Important for Your Safety
18
Driver and Passenger Sun Visor Labels
18
What to Do if Your Shoulder Belt Does Not Engage Properly
19
Moving the Shoulder Belt Manually — 2-Door Model
21
Moving the Shoulder Belt Manually — 4-Door Model
22
Manual Front Lap Belts
23
Buckling the Lap Belt
24
The Lap Belt Fastened
25
The Lap and Shoulder Belts in Place
25
Seat Belt Label
26
Front Passenger Lap Belt Retractor
26
Automatic Locking Mode
27
Shoulder Belt Emergency Release Buttons
28
The Emergency Release Button for the Shoulder Belt
28
Manual Front Lap and Shoulder Belt
29
Fastening the Front Seat Lap and Shoulder Belt
30
Front Passenger Lap/Shoulder Belt Retractor
31
Vehicle Sensitive (Emergency) Locking Mode Retractors
32
Front Passenger Lap/Shoulder Beltretractor
35
Dual Locking Mode Passenger Seat Lap Belt Retractor
35
Vehicle Sensitive (Emergency) Locking Mode
36
Combination Lap and Shoulder Belt with a Fixed Tongue
37
Rear Seat Entry (Canadian 2-Door Hatchback Models)
38
Rear Lap and Shoulder Belts
39
Adjusting the Cinch Tongue Rear Combination Lap and Shoulder Belt
40
The Rear Lap and Shoulder Belt Fastened
41
To Unfasten the Belt
42
Unfastening the Safety Belts for the Center Seating Position
42
Unfastening the Outboard Rear Lap/Shoulder Belt
43
How to Untwist or Unjam a Safety Belt Retractor
43
Procedure to Correct a Twisted Safety Belt at the “D” Ring (if so Equipped) Front And/Or Rear Outboard Seating Positions
44
Procedure to Correct a Rotated Tongue on the Safety Belt (Front And/Or Rear Outboard Seating Positions)
47
Rear Lap Belt
50
Safety Belt Extension Assembly
51
Safety Belt Maintenance
51
Cleaning the Safety Belts
52
Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
52
The Importance of Wearing Safety Belts
52
The Importance of Being Properly Seated
53
How the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System Operates
55
The Location of the Air Bag and Warning Labels
56
Inflated Driver Side Air Bag
57
Inflated Passenger Side Air Bag
58
Disposal of Air Bags or Air Bag Equipped Vehicles
59
Service and Information Labels
59
Safety Restraints for Children
60
Safety Seats for Children
62
Safety Belt Buckle Placement for Child Seats
64
Installing the Child Safety Seat in the Front Seat with a Locking Clip
65
Locking Clip Label
65
To Install the Locking Clip
66
Installing Safety Seats in the Front Seat
70
Routing the Lap or Lap/Shoulder Belt
71
Setting the Automatic Locking Mode
72
Removing Slack from the Belt
73
Checking that the Seat Is Secure
74
Installing Child Safety Seats in the Front Passenger Seating Position
75
Pulling out Belt Webbing
75
Routing the Lap/Shoulder Belt
76
Buckling the Belt
77
Setting the Retractor to Automatic Locking Mode
78
Allowing Shoulder Belt to Retract
79
Removing Slack from Belt
79
Checking the Retractor
81
Installing Child Safety Seats at the Rear Outboard Seating Positions
82
Tightening Lap Portion of Belt
85
Tightening Shoulder Portion of Belt
86
Installing a Child Safety Seat at the Rear Center Seating Position
88
Attaching Child Safety Seats with Tether Straps
89
Front Seats
89
Rear Seats
90
Tether Anchorage Hardware
90
Tether Attachment Locations in the 2-Door Hatchback and 4-Door Hatchback Models
91
Tether Attachment Locations in the 4-Door LX Model
91
Tether Attachment Locations in the 4-Door Model
92
Built-In Child Seat
93
Proper Child Shoulder Height
93
Latch Release Buttons
94
Built-In Child Seat Belt Retractors
94
How to Use the Built-In Child Seat
96
Unfolding Built-In Child Seat
96
Location of Cushion Retention Clip and Warning/Instruction Labels
97
Shoulder Safety Belt Placement on the Child
99
Fastening the Crotch Safety Belt Buckle
100
Securing the Chest Clip
101
Chest Clip Indicator Window
101
Checking for Securely Latched Buckle and Locked Retractor
102
To Remove the Child from the Built-In Child Seat
103
To Stow the Built-In Child Seat
103
Inspection after a Collision
104
Built-In Child Seat Maintenance
104
Cleaning the Built-In Child Seat
105
Removing the Washable Liner
105
The Ignition Lock Cylinders
106
Understanding the Positions of the Ignition
106
Starting Your Escort
106
Removing the Key from the Ignition
108
Starting Your Vehicle
109
Preparing to Start Your Vehicle
109
Fuel-Injected Engines
109
Starting Your Engine
110
Warning Lights and Gauges
110
For a Cold/Warm Engine
111
If the Engine Does Not Start after Two Attempts
112
Using the Engine Block Heater
113
If the Engine Cranks but Does Not Start or Does Not Start after a Collision
114
The Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
114
Location of the Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
115
Guarding against Exhaust Fumes
116
Standard Cluster
118
Warning Lights and Gauges
118
Indicator Lights and Chimes
120
Safety Belt Warning Light/Chime
120
Brake Warning Light
121
The Brake System and Parking Brake Light
122
Charging System Light
122
Upshift Indicator Light
123
High Beam Light
123
Liftgate Ajar Light
124
Chime for Headlamps on
124
Air Bag Readiness Light
124
Check Engine Warning Light
125
Check Coolant Light
127
Turn Signal Indicator Lights
128
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
128
Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light
129
Fuel Gauge
130
Speedometer
130
Trip Odometer
130
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
131
The Sport Cluster
132
Tachometer
134
Instrument Panel Controls
135
Instrument Panel-Typical Equipment Shown
136
The Climate Control Systems
137
Comfort Tips
139
Setting the Climate Controls for Cold Weather Defrosting
140
Defrosting/Defogging Tips
140
Setting the Climate Controls for Warm Weather Defogging
141
Heating Only System (Without Airconditioning)
142
Turning on the Heat
142
Heating and Defrosting at the same Time
143
Ventilating Your Vehicle with Outside Air
144
Bi-Level Operation
144
Tips for Controlling the Temperature in Your Vehicle
145
Heating and Air Conditioning System
146
To Defrost the Windshield and Side Windows
147
Turning on the Air Conditioning
147
Cooling Your Vehicle with Outside Air
148
To Ventilate Your Vehicle Using the Vents:
149
Rear Window Defroster
150
The Button that Controls the Rear Window Defroster
150
The Interior and Exterior Lights
151
Turning on the Exterior Lights
151
The Lever for the Headlamps, Parking Lamps and Tail Lamps
151
Daytime Running Light System
152
Fog Lamp Switch
153
Cleaning the Exterior Lamps
153
Lighting up the Interior and Instrument Panel
153
Interior Lamps
154
Dome/Map/Reading Lamps
154
The Courtesy and Map Lamps
154
Cleaning the Interior Lamps
155
High-Mount Brakelamp
155
Rear Window Wiper and Washer (Available on Wagons Only)
156
Clock Controls on Electronic Radios
157
Radio Antenna
157
Cleaning the Instrument Panel Lens
158
The Turn Signal Lever
159
Turn Signal Operation
159
Steering Column Controls
159
High Beams and Flashing the Lamps
160
Windshield Wipers and Washer
160
Using the Hazard Flasher Switch
162
Horn
163
Tilt Steering Column
163
The Lever to Tilt the Steering Column
164
Speed Control
164
The Speed Control Switches on the Steering Wheel
165
To Set the Speed Control
165
To Turn off the Speed Control or to Reset Speed
167
To Cancel Speed Control and then Resume a Set Speed
168
The Outside and Inside of Doors
169
Features
169
Power Door Locks
170
Childproof Locks for the Rear Doors (4-Door and Wagon Models)
170
The Child Lock Lever
171
Operating the Windows Manually
172
The Inside of the Door
172
Using the Power Windows
173
Moon Roof
174
The Rear Quarter Swing-Out Window
174
Rear Quarter Swing-Out Windows (2-Door Hatchback Models Only)
174
The Moon Roof Controls
175
What to Do if the Moon Roof will Not Operate
176
Manually Operating the Moon Roof with the Handle
176
Seats
177
The Adjusting Head Restraint
177
To Recline the Seatback
180
To Gain Access to the Rear Seat on the Driver or Passenger Side
181
Fold-Down Rear Seats
182
Cleaning the Seats
183
Leather and Vinyl
183
Fabric
183
The Rearview Mirror
184
The Electric Remote Control Mirror Switch
185
Electric Remote Control Mirrors
185
Side View Mirrors
185
Cupholder and Tray
187
Using the Remote Control for the Trunk or Hatchback
188
The Remote Control Trunk Release
188
Cargo Area Cover
189
The Lift Cords on the Hatchback
189
To Remove the Luggage Compartment Cover
190
The Cargo Cover Push Pins and Hinge Pins
190
Wagon
192
Sliding Shade
192
The Location of the Mounting Brackets
192
The Shade
193
To Rewind the Shade
194
Loading the Luggage Rack
196
Electronic Sound System
197
Compact Disc Radio
197
Using the Controls on Your New Radio/CD Player
198
How to Adjust the Volume
198
Selecting the am or FM Frequency Band
198
How to Tune Radio Stations
199
Using the “SCAN/TUNE” Button to Scan Radio Stations
200
Setting the Station Memory Preset Buttons
200
Using the Automatic Memory Load Feature
201
Increasing or Decreasing Bass Response
202
Increasing or Decreasing Treble Response
202
Adjusting Speaker Balance
202
Clock Operation
203
Adjusting Speaker Fader
203
Using the Controls on Your New Compact Disc Player
204
How to Insert a Disc and Begin Play
205
How to Stop and Restart the CD Player
205
How to Fast Forward or Reverse Your CD Player
206
Using the “SEEK” Feature
206
Using the “SCAN” Function
207
Special Features of Your CD Player
207
Compression
207
Automatic Disc Storage
207
How to Eject the Disc
208
Common Operating Conditions of Your CD Player
209
Electronic Stereo Radio
211
Electronic Stereo Radio with Cassette
212
How to Tune Radio Stations (Stereo Radio)
213
Electronic Stereo and Stereo Cassette Radios
213
How to Turn the Radio on and Adjust the Volume
213
Using the Controls on Your New Radio
213
How to Tune Radio Stations (Stereo Cassette Radio)
214
Adjusting the Tone Balance and Speaker Output of Your Radio
216
Speaker Features and Operation
216
Using the Controls of Your Cassette Tape Player
217
How to Insert a Tape
217
How to Locate a Desired Track on the Tape
217
How to Eject the Tape
218
Using the Dolby B Noise Reduction Feature
218
How to View the Clock Mode
218
How to Set the Clock
218
Tips on Caring for the Cassette Player and Tapes
219
Common Radio Reception Conditions
220
All about Radio Frequencies
221
Important Warranty and Service Information
222
Driving with an Automatic Overdrive Transaxle
223
Driving Your Escort
223
Putting Your Vehicle in Gear
224
Using a Console-Mounted Gearshift
224
Shift-Lock Override
225
Driving
226
When to Use J (Overdrive)
226
When to Use D (Drive)
227
When to Use L (Low)
227
Reverse
227
Neutral
227
Parking
228
Driving with a Manual Transaxle
229
Using the Clutch
229
Shifting the Gears
229
Backing up
229
Upshifting
230
For Cruising, You Should Upshift at the Following Speeds
231
Downshifting
231
Steering Your Vehicle
232
Applying the Brakes
232
Anti-Lock Brake System
233
Parking Brake
235
Driving under Special Conditions
237
Tips for Safe Driving
237
Driving in Bad Weather
238
Slippery Roads
238
High Water
239
Driving with a Heavy Load
240
Towing Behind Another Vehicle-Recreational Vehicle
240
Trailer Towing
241
Limiting Your Vehicle's Load
241
Jump-Starting Your Vehicle
243
Roadside Emergencies
243
Preparing Your Vehicle
244
Connecting the Jumper Cables
245
The Battery with Jumper Cables (1.8 L Engine)
246
The Battery with Jumper Cables (1.9 L Engine)
247
Removing Jumper Cables
248
Jump-Starting
248
Changing a Tire
249
The Temporary Spare Tire
249
Spare Tire Location
250
Preparing to Change the Tire
251
Removing and Replacing the Tire
251
The Location for the Jack (Left Rear Trim Panel Shown)
252
The Lug Nuts on the Wheel
254
Replacing Optional Wheel Covers
255
Anti-Theft Wheel Lug Nuts
255
Removing the Anti-Theft Lug Nut
256
Reinstalling the Anti-Theft Lug Nut
256
Towing Your Vehicle
257
Towing Your Vehicle on a Flatbed Truck
258
Customer Assistance
259
How to Use Roadside Assistance
260
If You Have a Service Problem
260
The Dispute Settlement Board
262
How Does the Board Work?
264
How Do You Contact the Board?
265
What Is the Review Process?
265
Reporting Safety Defects
266
Getting Help Outside the U.S. and Canada
269
Accessories
271
Escort Owner Manual Order Form
275
Servicing Your Escort
278
Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
279
Working with the Engine off
280
Opening the Hood
281
Working with the Engine on
281
The Hood Release Handle, Auxiliary Latch, and the Hood Prop Rod
282
Engine Compartment
283
The 1.9 L Engine
284
The 1.8 L Engine
285
Cleaning the Engine
286
Filling the Fuel Tank
286
Choosing the Right Fuel
288
Octane Recommendations
288
Fuel Quality
289
Gasolines for Clean Air
289
Safety Information Relating to Automotive Fuels
290
Running out of Fuel
291
Fuel Economy
291
Improving Fuel Economy
292
To Calculate Fuel Economy
292
Comparisons with Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Transport Canada (TC) Fuel Economy Estimates
292
Engine Oil Recommendations
293
Checking and Adding Engine Oil
294
Engine Oil Dipstick (1.9L/1.8L Engine)
295
Adding Engine Oil
295
Checking the Engine Coolant
296
The Engine Coolant Reservoir
297
Adding Engine Coolant
298
Checking Hoses
300
Windshield Washer Fluid and Wipers
300
Washer Fluid for the Liftgate
301
Wiper Blades
301
Wiper Arm Pivot Points
302
Wiper Blade Replacement
303
Tires
305
Tire Rotation
306
Replacing the Tires
307
A Worn-Out Tire
307
Wheel and Tire Matching
308
Information about Tire Quality Grades
308
Treadwear
309
Traction a B C
309
Temperature a B C
309
Snow Tires and Chains
310
Cleaning the Wheels
311
Battery
312
Help Us Protect Our Environment
313
Checking the Automatic Transaxle Fluid
314
Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick
315
Adding Automatic Transaxle Fluid
315
Manual Transaxle Fluid
316
Brake Fluid
316
Brake Fluid Master Cylinder Reservoir
317
Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid
318
Fuses, Fuse Links and Circuit Breakers
319
The Instrument Panel Fuse Panel
320
Inside of the Instrument Fuse Panel Cover
321
The Instrument Panel Fuses and Circuit Breakers
322
Engine Compartment Fuse Panel (1.8 Liter)
325
Engine Compartment Fuse Panel (1.9 Liter)
326
The Engine Compartment Fuse Panel Charts
327
Color Coding for Fuses
330
The Circuit Breaker Chart
331
Lights and Bulb Replacement
332
Removing the Headlamp Bulb
333
Location of the Headlamp Bulb
333
Installing the Headlamp Bulb
334
High-Mount Brakelamp Bulb
335
Removing the Brakelamp Bulb
335
Location of the High-Mount Brakelamp
335
Installing the Brakelamp Bulb
335
Replacing the Brakelamp on a Luggage Compartment with Spoiler
336
Location of the High-Mount Brakelamp on Spoiler
336
Replacing a Brakelamp Mounted on the Package Tray in the Rear Window
337
Location of the High-Mount Brakelamp in Rear Window
337
Bulb Specifications
338
Emission Control System
339
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance Testing
342
OBD II Drive Cycle (1.9L Engine Only)
342
Refill Capacities
344
Motorcraft Parts
346
Lubricant Specifications
347
Vehicle Storage
349
Maintenance Tips
349
Front Exterior View-2-Door
352
Front Exterior View-4-Door
354
Front Exterior View-Wagon
355
Front Exterior View-4-Door Hatchback
356
Rear Exterior View-2-Door
357
Rear Exterior View-4-Door
358
Rear Exterior View-Wagon
359
Rear Exterior View-4-Door Hatchback
360
Entrance View
361
Driver's Door
362
Instrument Panel
363
Instrument Panel-Sport
364
Instrument Cluster
365
Hatchback
366
Liftgate
367
Engine Compartment-1.8L
368
Engine Compartment-1.9L
369
Index
370
Service Station Information
387
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