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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introductory Information ... 1 Safety Restraints ... 7 Starting Your Tracer ... 81 Warning Lights and Gauges ... 93 Instrument Panel Controls ... 107 Steering Column Controls ... 131 Features ... 143 Electronic Sound Systems ... 167 Driving Your Tracer ...

  • 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 Integrity is never compromised. Our conduct worldwide must be pursued in a manner that is socially responsible and commands respect for its integrity and for its positive contributions to society. Things to Know About Using This Guide Congratulations on the purchase of your new vehicle.
  • Page 6 that is not illustrated or mentioned in the Quick Index. If you do not know which illustrated features and components apply to your vehicle, talk to your dealer. This guide has a table of contents at the beginning of the book to show chapter titles. To use the Index, turn to the back of the book and search in the alphabetical listing for the word that best describes the information you...
  • Page 7 Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer, or refer to the addresses and phone numbers on the first page of this owner guide. Your vehicle is equipped with an Electronic Powertrain Control Module that limits engine and/or vehicle speeds with a cut-out mode to promote durability.

  • Page 8: Cleaning The Outside Of Your Vehicle

    — Begin braking well in advance. — Apply the brakes gradually. 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.
  • Page 9 environmental fallout within 12 months or 12,000 miles (20,000 km) of purchase, whichever comes first. Customers may be required to bring their vehicle in for inspection by a Ford representative. Polish your vehicle to remove harmful deposits and protect the finish. Cleaning Chrome and Aluminum Parts Wash chrome and aluminum parts with a mild detergent.

  • Page 10: 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 11 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 12 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 13 Motorized Shoulder Belt Passive Restraint System The front seat shoulder belts automatically adjust and together with the manual lap belt, help to provide added restraint in the event of a collision. While you drive, the shoulder belt adjusts to your movement. However, if you brake hard, turn hard, or if your car receives an impact of 5 mph (8 km/h) or more, the shoulder belt locks and helps reduce your forward movement.
  • Page 14 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. 2. If it is not latched, pull the shoulder belt from the retractor and buckle it to the emergency release buckle.
  • Page 15 The shoulder belt in the locked position The shoulder belt in the locked position...
  • Page 16 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 17 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 18 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 19 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 20 Moving the shoulder belt manually — 4-door model...
  • Page 21 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 22 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 23 The lap belt fastened The lap and shoulder belts in place...
  • Page 24 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 25 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 26 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 27 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 28 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 29 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 30 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 pregnant women, should wear safety belts for optimum protection in an accident.
  • Page 31 Due to folding rear seats, sometimes the buckles and tongues toward the center of the vehicle may be hidden by the rear edge of the seat cushion. Pull them out so they will be accessible. To unfasten the belt 1. Push the release button on the buckle. This allows the tongue to unlatch from the buckle.
  • Page 32 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 33 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 34 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 35 4. When completed, the safety belt should look like Figure 3.
  • Page 36 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 37 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 38 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 39 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 40: Safety Belt Maintenance

    Safety Belt Extension Assembly For some people, the safety belt may be too short even when it is fully extended. You can add about eight inches (20 cm) to the belt length with a safety belt extension assembly. Safety belt extensions are available from your dealer.

  • Page 41: Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)

    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 42 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 that are not severe enough to activate the supplemental air bag reduce the risk of being thrown from your vehicle...
  • Page 43 Your vehicle is equipped with a right front passenger air bag. Air bags deploy with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. Front passengers, especially children and small adults, must never sit on the front edge of the seat, stand near the glove compartment of the instrument panel, or lean over near the air bag cover when the vehicle is moving.
  • Page 44 How the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System Operates The Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System consists of the Driver and Passenger air bags, impact sensors, a system diagnostic module, a readiness light and tone, and the electrical wiring which connects the components. The diagnostic module monitors its own internal circuits and the supplemental air bag electrical system readiness, including crash sensors, the system wiring, the...
  • Page 45 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). Because the system senses the crash severity rather than vehicle speed, some frontal collisions at speeds above 28 mph (45 km/h) will not inflate the air bag.
  • Page 46 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 47 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 48: Safety Restraints For Children

    Service and information labels Service and information labels are attached to the sun visor, on the headliner above the driver’s sun visor (Canadian vehicles), and near the radiator support in the engine compartment. Safety Restraints for Children In the U.S. and Canada, you are required by law to use safety restraints for children.
  • Page 49 RWARNING Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts. RWARNING Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly. RWARNING It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle.
  • Page 50 RWARNING Safety belts and seats can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather; they could burn a small child. Check seat covers and buckles before you place a child anywhere near them. Safety Seats for Children Use a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of the child.
  • Page 51 Your vehicle is equipped with a right front passenger air bag. Air bags deploy with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. Front passengers, especially children and small adults, must never sit on the front edge of the seat, stand near the glove compartment of the instrument panel, or lean over near the air bag cover when the vehicle is moving.
  • Page 52 RWARNING Carefully follow all of the manufacturer’s instructions included with the safety seat you put in your vehicle. If you do not install and use the safety seat properly, the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision. RWARNING Always keep the buckle release button pointing upward and away from the child...
  • Page 53 Safety belt buckle placement for child seats 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 54 The automatic locking mode must be used when installing a child seat in the front passenger seat. If you choose to install a forward-facing child safety seat in a front seat with a dual locking mode retractor: 1. Move the front passenger seat as far back as possible.
  • Page 55 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 56 4. Grasp the lap portion of the belt below the child seat label. Pull upward until all of the belt is extracted and a click is heard. At this time, the lap belt retractor is in the automatic locking mode (child seat restraint mode).
  • Page 57 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 58 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. Checking that the seat is secure 7. Double check that the retractor is in the automatic locking mode.
  • Page 59 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 60 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 61 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 62 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 63 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 64 Checking that the seat is secure Checking that the seat is secure...
  • Page 65 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 66 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 67 Additional kits can be obtained at no charge from any Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. Tether anchorage hardware (U.S. vehicles only) Vehicles built for sale in the USA do not include a tether anchor hardware kit for use with child safety seats.
  • Page 68 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 4-door model...
  • Page 69 Tether attachment locations in the wagon 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 70 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 71 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 72 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 73 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 74 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 75 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 76 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 77 8. Insert the left safety belt tongue into the single opening of the crotch safety belt buckle as shown in Figure 6, then insert the right tongue as shown in Figure 7. The indicator window on each tongue must appear green when buckled. RWARNING If both tongues do not latch in the buckle, do not use the child seat.
  • Page 78 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 79 Figure 9: Chest clip indicator window...
  • Page 80 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 81 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 82 Figure 11: Stowing the built-in child seat Inspection after a collision: RWARNING All built-in child restraints, including seats, buckles, retractors, seat latches, interlocks, and attaching hardware should be inspected by a qualified Dealer technician after any collision. If the child seat was in use during a collision, Ford recommends replacing it.
  • Page 83 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 84: Starting Your Tracer

    Starting Your Tracer 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 85 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. LOCK is the only position that allows you to remove the key.
  • Page 86 2. Set the parking brake fully. 3. Turn the ignition key to LOCK. 4. Remove the key. If your vehicle has a manual transaxle: 1. Put the gearshift lever in 1 (First). 2. Set the parking brake fully. 3. Turn the ignition key counterclockwise to ACC.

  • Page 87: Starting Your Vehicle

    Fuel-Injected Engines When starting a fuel-injected engine, the most important thing to remember is to avoid pressing down on the accelerator before or during starting. Only use the accelerator when you have problems getting your vehicle started. See Starting Your Engine in this chapter for details about when to use the accelerator while you start your vehicle.

  • Page 88: Warning Lights And Gauges

    If you have an automatic transaxle, your vehicle has a special shift-lock safety feature. It prevents you from moving the gearshift lever out of the P (Park) position unless the ignition is in the ON position and your foot is on the brake. To move the gearshift lever, you must also depress the thumb button.
  • Page 89 For a cold engine: At temperatures 10˚F (-12˚C) and below: If the engine does not start in fifteen (15) seconds on the first try, turn the key to OFF, wait approximately ten (10) seconds so you do not flood the engine, then try again. At temperatures above 10˚F (-12˚C): If the engine does not start in five (5) seconds on the first try, turn the key to OFF, wait...
  • Page 90 If the engine does not start after two attempts: 1. Turn the key to the OFF position and wait about two minutes. 2. Press the accelerator all the way to the floor and hold it. 3. Turn the ignition key to the START position. 4.
  • Page 91 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. Using the Engine Block Heater (If equipped) Engine block heaters are strongly recommended if you live in a region where temperatures reach 20˚F ( 29˚C) or below consistently during the...
  • Page 92 If the Engine Cranks but Does Not Start or Does Not Start After a Collision The Fuel Pump Shut-off Switch If the engine cranks but does not start or does not start after a collision, the fuel pump shut-off switch may have been triggered. The shut-off switch is a device intended to stop the fuel pump when your vehicle has been involved in a substantial jolt.
  • Page 93 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. If your engine cranks but does not start after a collision or substantial jolt: 1.
  • Page 94 RWARNING If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes. 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.

  • Page 95: Warning Lights And Gauges

    Warning Lights and Gauges The following warning lights and gauges are on the sport cluster. All of the warning lights and gauges alert you to possible problems with your vehicle. The following sections detail what each of these indicators means.
  • Page 97 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 98 Brake Warning Light The warning light for the brakes can show two things — that the parking brake is not fully released, or that the brake fluid level is low in the master cylinder reservoir. If the fluid level is low, the brake system should be checked by your dealer or a qualified service technician.
  • Page 99 Charging System Light This light indicates that your battery is not being charged and that you need to have the electrical system checked. This light comes on every time you turn the ignition to the ON or START position (engine off).
  • Page 100 High Beam Light This light comes on when the headlamps are turned to high beam or when you flash the lights. The high beam light Liftgate Ajar Light (Wagons only) This light comes on when you turn the ignition key to ON if the liftgate is not fully closed. The liftgate ajar light Chime for Headlamps On This chime sounds if the driver or any passenger...
  • Page 101 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. If the light fails to illuminate, continues to flash, or remains on, have the system serviced as soon as possible.
  • Page 102 Modification or additions to the vehicle may cause incorrect operation of the OBD II system. Additions such as burglar alarms, cellular phones, and CB radios must be carefully installed. Do not install these devices by tapping into or running wires close to powertrain control system wires or components.
  • Page 103 and running until the engine reaches normal operating temperature. On the fourth engine start up, the Check Engine Warning Light will turn off as soon as the engine begins to crank. It is not necessary to have the engine serviced. Under certain conditions, the Check Engine Warning Light may come on if the fuel cap is not properly installed.
  • Page 104 If the CHECK COOLANT warning light stays on, turn the ignition key to OFF and fill the recovery bottle to the FULL HOT mark. If the CHECK COOLANT warning light comes on and stays on after the recovery bottle has been filled, have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible.
  • Page 105 pump motor for approximately 1/2 second. At this time, a mechanical noise may be heard. This is a normal part of the self-check feature. If a malfunction is found during this check the anti-lock light will come on. The anti-lock brake system light Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light This light indicates low oil pressure, not low oil level.
  • Page 106 3. Check the engine’s oil level, following the instructions on checking and adding engine oil in this Owner Guide. (See Engine oil in the Index.) If you do not follow these instructions, you or others could be injured. To ensure an accurate reading, your vehicle should be on level ground.
  • Page 107 Trip Odometer The trip odometer tells you how many miles (kilometers) your vehicle has been driven since the last reset. Press the reset button to return the trip odometer to zero. Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant, not the coolant level.
  • Page 108 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 109: 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 111 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 112 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 113 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 114 Defrosting/Defogging Tips Setting the climate controls for cold weather defrosting...
  • Page 115 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 116 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 117 When FLOOR is selected, most of the air is directed through the floor ducts, and a little air is also directed at the windshield and side windows to help prevent fogging. When FLR/DEF is selected, air is directed through the floor ducts and the defroster outlets.
  • Page 118 Heating and defrosting at the same time To heat the inside of your vehicle and defrost the windshield at the same time: 1. Position the function selector lever at FLR/DEF. When the function selector lever is in this position, air is split between the floor, windshield, and the side window demisters.
  • Page 119 NOTE: The temperature of the air coming from the panel vents will be cooler than the temperature of the air coming from the floor vents. The difference in temperatures can be controlled by adjusting the temperature control lever. The maximum difference in temperatures will occur when the temperature control lever is in the center range (between the red [warm]...
  • Page 120 Under normal conditions, the system should be left in PANEL, PNL/FLR, FLOOR, FLR/DEF, or the defrost position. This allows the vehicle to “breathe” through the air vents. To prevent fogging of the windshield in cool and humid weather, set the function selector lever to the defrost position before starting the engine.
  • Page 121 Refer to Tips for Controlling the Temperature in Your Vehicle in the previous section for hints on temperature control. Turning on the heat To heat the inside of your vehicle: 1. Move the function selector lever to PANEL, PNL/FLR, FLOOR, FLR/DEF, or V (Defrost).
  • Page 122 NOTE: In temperatures greater than 45˚F (7˚C), press the A/C button on in order to dehumidify the incoming air and enhance defogging performance. 3. Set the fan speed at 4. Turning on the air conditioning To cool your vehicle quickly in warm weather: 1.
  • Page 123 Cooling your vehicle with outside air Use any function selector lever position except for MAX A/C to cool your vehicle with outside air. Cooling your vehicle in this way brings in outside air and is quieter but less economical than using recirculated air. To cool your vehicle using outside air: 1.
  • Page 124 Bi-level operation: 1. Move the function selector lever to the PNL/FLR position. 2. Turn on the air conditioning, if desired. 3. Move the temperature control lever to the desired temperature. NOTE: The temperature of the air coming from the panel vents will be cooler than the temperature of the air coming from the floor vents.
  • Page 125 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 126: Steering Column Controls

    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 127 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 128 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 129 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 130: 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 131 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 132 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 133: 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 134: Windshield Wipers And Washer

    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 135 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 136: Hazard Flasher

    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 137 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...

  • Page 138: Tilt Steering Column

    Tilt Steering Column (If equipped) Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving. You could lose control of the vehicle and injure someone. 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.

  • Page 139: Speed Control (If Equipped)

    Speed Control (If equipped) If your vehicle has speed control, you can automatically maintain a constant speed at or above 30 mph (50 km/h). Use of radio transmitting equipment that is not Federal Communications Commission (FCC) or in Canada the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) approved may cause the speed control to malfunction.
  • Page 140 To set the speed control 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 141 NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with a 5-speed manual transaxle, and if your speed increases above your set speed while driving in 5 (fifth) gear on a downhill grade, you may want to shift to 4 (Fourth) gear to reduce vehicle speed.
  • Page 142 To turn off the speed control or to reset speed: The speed control is turned off each time you turn off the vehicle.
  • Page 143 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 144: 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 145 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 146 Childproof Locks for the Rear Doors (4-door and wagon models) In addition to standard or power locks, your vehicle has childproof locks for the rear doors. If you set these locks, the rear doors cannot be opened from the inside of the vehicle. The doors can still be opened from the outside when the lock knobs are raised.
  • Page 147 Windows Operating the Windows Manually To manually open and close the side windows, turn the hand crank. The inside of the door...
  • Page 148 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 149: Moonroof (If Equipped)

    Moon Roof (If equipped) You can move the moon roof back to open the glass panel, or you can tilt it up to ventilate the vehicle. The roof console SLIDE switch is used to open and close the moon roof. Press and hold the switch until the desired position is reached.
  • Page 150 RWARNING Do not let children play with the moon roof. They may seriously hurt themselves. To turn on a map lamp, press the map lamp switch. Press the switch again to turn the map lamp off. 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.
  • Page 151 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 A head restraint helps protect you best if you position it behind your head and not behind...
  • Page 152 You can move the front seats forward or backward or tilt the backs of the seats forward or backward.
  • Page 153 To move the seat forward or backward:...
  • Page 154 To recline the seatback:...
  • Page 155 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 156 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 157 RWARNING Luggage or other cargo should not be piled higher than the seatbacks. This will help keep items from being thrown about and injuiring people in a collision or sudden stop. RWARNING To avoid the possiblity of burn injuries, do not remove the floor carpet in the cargo area.
  • Page 158 Mirrors You can tilt the mirror from day to night position to reduce the glare from the headlamps of vehicles behind you. Move the tab toward you for the night position and away from you for the day position. The rearview mirror Side View Mirrors The standard side mirror is manually adjusted by using the remote lever.
  • Page 159 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. The ignition key must be in the ACC or ON position to operate the electric remote control mirror switch.
  • Page 160 RWARNING The side view mirror on the right makes objects appear smaller and farther away than they actually are. Do not clean the plastic housing of any rearview mirror with fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products. Cupholder and Tray (If equipped) Your vehicle may have a removable cupholder and storage tray for your convenience.
  • Page 161 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 162 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 163 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 164 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 165 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 166 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 168 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 and buttons control several different functions, so be sure to read all of the operating instructions carefully.
  • Page 169 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 170 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 171 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 172 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” button. Display will show “AUTO” then “OFF.” The next time Auto Memory Store is activated on that band, the radio will store the next set of five strong stations.
  • Page 173 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 174 To set the clock, simultaneously press the “CLOCK” button and either the bottom ( b ) half of the “SEEK” button to set hours, or the top ( a ) half of the “SEEK” button to set minutes. NOTE: The clock can be set with the radio and/or ignition on or off.
  • Page 175 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 176 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 177 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 178 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. Before playing, inspect the disc for any contamination.
  • Page 179 Common Operating Conditions of Your CD Player The following information is designed to help you recognize typical situations that could be mistakenly interpreted as mechanical malfunctions of the disc player. A disc is already loaded. The disc is inserted with the label surface downward.
  • Page 182 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 183 Using the “TUNE” function (Stereo Radio) You can change the frequency up or down one increment at a time by pressing and releasing either the right (+) or left ( ) side of the “TUNE” button. To change frequencies quickly, press and hold down either the right or left side of the “TUNE”...
  • Page 184 Using the “SCAN” function (Stereo Cassette Radio) Press the “SCAN” button to enter the scan mode. The radio will begin scanning up the frequency band, stopping on each listenable station for approximately a five-second sampling. This continues until you press the “SCAN”...
  • Page 185 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.” Push the “+” side of the “VOLUME” button to increase bass (more “lows”), and push the “-” side to decrease bass (less “lows”).
  • Page 186 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 187 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 188 Tips on Caring for the Cassette Player and Tapes In order to keep your cassette tape player performing the way it was meant to, read and follow these simple precautions: Only cassettes that are 90 minutes long or less should be used. Tapes longer than 90 minutes are thinner and subject to breakage or may jam the tape player mechanism.
  • Page 189 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 190 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 191 All About Radio Frequencies The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) establish the frequencies that AM and FM radio stations may use for their broadcasts. The allowable frequencies are, AM: 530, 540...1600, 1610 kHz in 10 kHz steps; FM: 87.9, 88.1...107.7, 107.9 MHz in 0.2 MHz steps.
  • Page 192 Important Warranty and Service Information Your sound system is warranted for three years or 36,000 miles (60,000 kilometers), whichever comes first. 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.

  • Page 193: Driving With An Automatic Overdrive Transaxle

    Driving Your Tracer 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 194 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 195 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 196 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. Please refer to the chapter titled Servicing Your Tracer in this Owner Guide for instructions on checking and replacing fuses.
  • Page 197 engine braking to slow your vehicle on downgrades than j Overdrive. When to use L (Low) Use L (Low) when more power is needed to drive up steep hills. It also gives more engine braking than Drive when driving on hilly roads. Do not go faster than 38 mph (60 km/h) in this gear.

  • Page 198: Driving With A Manual Transaxle

    You can tell the gearshift is securely latched when the thumb button has popped out. In this position the gearshift selector lever cannot be moved unless the button is pushed in. RWARNING Hold the brake pedal down while you move the gearshift lever from position to position.
  • Page 199 Backing up To shift into R (Reverse): 1. Completely stop your vehicle. 2. Depress the clutch pedal to the floor and place the gearshift lever in the Neutral position. Do not release the clutch pedal. 3. Push the gearshift lever completely to the right and then pull rearward on the gearshift lever to engage the Reverse gear.
  • Page 200 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 201: Steering Your Vehicle

    Steering Your Vehicle Your vehicle may be equipped with power steering. Power steering uses energy from the engine to help steer your vehicle. If the amount of effort needed to steer your vehicle changes at a constant vehicle speed, have the power steering system checked.

  • Page 202: Anti-Lock Brake System (If Equipped)

    Do not drive with your foot resting on the brake pedal; you will wear out the linings and increase your vehicle’s stopping distance. Brake rotor damage may also eventually occur. RWARNING If you are driving down a long or steep hill, shift to a lower gear.
  • Page 203 Each time you turn the ignition key to the ON position, the anti-lock brake system will function through one test cycle. When this happens, the anti-lock light (ABS) will come on for up to six seconds. If the light stays on longer than six seconds, shut off the engine and restart.
  • Page 204 Parking Brake The parking brake should be used whenever you park your vehicle. The parking brake lever (automatic transaxle shown) The parking brake lever is located between the front seats. To set the parking brake, put your foot on the brake pedal while pulling the parking brake handle fully and firmly upward.
  • Page 205 RWARNING Never leave your vehicle unattended while it is running. Always check the Brake Warning Light each time you start your engine. Driving with the parking brake on will cause the brakes to wear out quickly and will reduce the fuel economy. RWARNING If the parking brake is fully released, but the Brake System light remains on, have...
  • Page 206 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 207 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 208 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 209 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 210 Towing Behind Another Vehicle — Recreational Vehicle Towing an automatic transaxle vehicle behind another vehicle, such as a Recreational Vehicle (RV), is not recommended unless a front wheel dolly is used. Do not tow your automatic transaxle with the front wheels on the ground or transaxle damage may occur.

  • Page 211: Trailer Towing

    Trailer Towing We do not advise using your vehicle for towing a trailer. Limiting Your Vehicle’s Load The load that you add to your vehicle must not exceed the maximum load stated on the tire information decal attached to the face of the right rear door pillar.
  • Page 212 After determining this load, you must also make sure that the total weight of your vehicle, plus the load it carries, is less than its GVWR. Also, make sure that the weight your vehicle carries over each axle is less than the GAWR for the respective axle.

  • Page 213: 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 214 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 215 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 216 RWARNING Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative ( ) terminal of the battery to be jumped. A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery. The battery with jumper cables (1.8L engine)
  • Page 217 The battery with jumper cables (1.9L engine)
  • Page 218 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 219: 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 220 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. Your vehicle may get caught in the rails and it could be damaged. Spare Tire Location The spare tire is stored under the carpet and board in the luggage compartment.
  • Page 221 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 222 Removing and Replacing the Tire 1. Place the scissors-type jack under the side of the vehicle and adjust the jack height with the jack handle. The jack should fit under the side sill. There are small notches in the seam to indicate the proper position for the jack.
  • Page 223 2. Insert the jack handle into the jack and turn it clockwise until the tire just clears the ground. Remove the wheel lug nuts. 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.
  • Page 224 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 air valve stem with the hole indicated by the valve stem emblem embossed on the inside of the wheel cover.
  • Page 225 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. The key and registration card are located in the tool bag with the lug wrench. If you lose the key, send the registration card to the manufacturer (not to the dealer) to get a replacement key.

  • Page 226: Towing Your Vehicle

    If the Engine Cranks but Does Not Start or Starting After a Collision The Fuel Pump Shut-off Switch If the engine cranks but does not start or if you have had a collision, the fuel pump shut-off switch may have been triggered. The shut-off switch is a device that stops the fuel pump when your vehicle has been involved in a substantial jolt.
  • Page 227 Towing your vehicle Towing your vehicle on a flatbed truck...

  • Page 228: 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 229 Safety, Comfort, and Convenience...
  • Page 230 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 231 NOTE: Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your vehicle, particularly if they are not properly designed for automotive use or are not properly installed. For example, when operated, such systems may cause the engine to stumble or stall. In addition, such systems may themselves be damaged or their operation affected by operating your vehicle.

  • Page 235: Servicing Your Tracer

    Servicing Your Tracer 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: We highlight do-it-yourself items in yellow in the engine compartment so that you can find them easily.

  • Page 236: Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle

    Ford Motor Company recommends that the Owner Maintenance Checks listed in the Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet be performed for the proper operation of your vehicle. In addition to the conditions listed in the Owner Maintenance Checklist, be alert for any unusual noise, vibration, or other indication that your vehicle may need service.
  • Page 237 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 238 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 240: 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 242 The 1.8L Engine 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 243: Filling The Fuel Tank

    In order to avoid possible cracking of the engine block or fuel injection pump, do not spray a hot engine or injection pump with cold water. The alternator, distributor and air intake must be covered. Covering these components will help prevent water damage. Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running.

  • Page 244: Choosing The Right Fuel

    4. Replace the fuel cap tightly when you are finished. Turn it clockwise until you hear at least three clicks. The ratcheting mechanism allows the fuel cap to be sealed without overtightening. 5. Push the fuel door closed. If you lose the fuel cap, replace it with an authorized Motorcraft or equivalent part.
  • Page 245 Octane Recommendations Your vehicle is designed to use regular fuel with an octane rating of 87. In most cases it is not necessary to use a fuel with an octane rating higher than 87. At service stations, the octane rating is displayed in a label on the pumps. In some parts of the country, “regular”...
  • Page 246 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 247 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 248 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 249 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 250: Engine Oil Recommendations

    Sudden stops Extended engine idling Using speed control in hilly terrain Extended use of the A/C, defroster, rear window defroster and other accessories Underinflated tires Heavy loads 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...
  • Page 251 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 252 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 253: 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 254 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 255 RWARNING Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious personal injury from hot engine coolant or steam blowout and/or damage to the engine cooling system or engine. 1. Before you remove the radiator cap, turn the engine off and let it cool. Even when the engine is cool, be careful when you remove the radiator cap.
  • Page 256 powered vehicle. These additives may harm your engine cooling system. Follow the recommended service interval for changing your engine coolant. NOTE: When you change or add engine coolant, it is important to maintain your engine coolant concentration between 40% (-11˚F [-24˚C]) and 60% (-62˚F [-52˚C]), depending on your local climate conditions.
  • Page 257 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. 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 258 Windshield Washer Fluid and Wipers Washer Fluid The windshield washer reservoir is located in the engine compartment. RWARNING Do not put windshield washer fluid in the container for the engine coolant. Use specially formulated windshield washer fluid rather than plain water, because specially formulated washer fluids contain additives that dissolve road grime.
  • Page 259 Washer Fluid for the Liftgate (Wagon only — if equipped) Location of the rear windshield washer reservoir The wagon’s rear reservoir is located on the passenger side of the storage compartment. You must remove the access cover to find the washer reservoir cap.
  • Page 260 Wiper arm pivot points To make reaching the wiper blades easy, simply turn the ignition switch to the ON position and turn the wipers on. Wait for them to reach a vertical position and turn the ignition to OFF. Do not move the wipers manually. Manually moving the wipers across the windshield may damage them.
  • Page 261 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 262 To replace the wiper blades: 1. Pull the wiper arm away from the windshield and lock into the service position. 2. Turn the blade at an angle from the wiper arm. Push the lock pin with a screwdriver to relase the blade and pull the wiper blade down toward the windshield to remove it from the arm.
  • Page 263 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 264 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 265 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 266 Wheel and Tire Matching See an authorized tire dealer for proper servicing procedures. Wheels and tires must be properly removed, matched and remounted to maintain the best possible ride. Information About Tire Quality Grades New vehicles are fitted with tires that have their Tire Quality Grade (described below) molded into the tire’s sidewall.
  • Page 267 norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate. Traction A B C The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are A, B, and C, and they represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete.
  • Page 268 Snow Tires and Chains The tires on your vehicle have all-weather treads that provide traction in rain or snow. However, during the winter months in some climates, you may need to use snow tires and occasionally chains for your tires. RWARNING Snow tires must be the same size and grade as the tires you currently have on...
  • Page 269 Do not drive faster than 30 mph (50 km/h) or the chain manufacturer’s recommended speed limit, whichever is lower. Avoid bumps, holes and sharp turns. If you can hear the chains rub or bang against your vehicle, remove the chains to prevent damage to your vehicle.
  • Page 270 If the level gets low, refill the battery with distilled water. If necessary, you can add tap water to the battery, provided the water is not hard or does not have a high mineral or alkali content. If the battery needs water quite often, have the charging system checked for a possible malfunction.

  • Page 271: Automatic Transaxle Fluid

    all the accessories, and start the vehicle. Let the engine idle for at least one minute. The relearning process will complete automatically as you drive the vehicle. If you do not let the engine relearn its idle, the idle quality of your vehicle may be adversely affected until the idle is relearned.
  • Page 272 Checking the Automatic Transaxle Fluid It is preferable to check the transaxle fluid level at normal operating temperature after approximately 20 miles (32 km) of driving. With the vehicle on a level surface and the brake pedal fully applied, start the engine and move the gearshift selector through all of the gears.
  • Page 273 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 scale. Adding Automatic Transaxle Fluid Before adding any fluid, be sure that the correct type will be used.
  • Page 274 Brake Fluid If you have a manual transaxle, the brake fluid reservoir in your vehicle includes the clutch fluid reservoir. Under normal circumstances, your vehicle should not use up brake fluid rapidly. However, expect the level of the brake fluid to slowly fall as you put more mileage on your vehicle and the brake pads wear.
  • Page 275 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 276 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. Start the engine and let it run until the power steering fluid reaches normal operating temperature.
  • Page 277 If the power steering fluid is low, do not drive your vehicle for a long period of time before adding fluid. This can damage the power steering pump. Fuses, Fuse Links and Circuit Breakers Fuses, fuse links and circuit breakers protect your vehicle electrical system from overloading.
  • Page 278 The instrument panel fuse panel Fuse panel under instrument panel Inside of the instrument fuse panel cover...
  • Page 282 The engine compartment fuse panel Engine compartment fuse panel (1.8 liter) Engine compartment fuse panel (1.9 liter)
  • Page 286 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 287 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 288 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 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 289 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 290 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 291 High-Mount Brakelamp Bulb Removing the brakelamp bulb Location of the high-mount brakelamp 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. Remove the socket that contains the burned-out bulb and replace the bulb.
  • Page 292 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 293 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 294 Bulb Specifications...

  • Page 295: 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 296 Have the services listed in the Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet performed according to the specified schedule. The scheduled maintenance services are required because they are considered essential to the life and performance of your vehicle and to its emissions system. In general, maintenance, replacement, or service of the emissions control devices or systems in your new Ford Motor Company vehicle or...
  • Page 297 Do not make any unauthorized changes to your vehicle or engine. Changes that cause more unburned fuel to reach the exhaust system can increase the temperature of the engine or exhaust system. By law, anyone who manufactures, repairs, services, sells, leases, trades vehicles, or supervises a fleet of vehicles is not permitted to intentionally remove an emission control device or prevent it from working.
  • Page 298 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 299 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. 3. Accelerate the vehicle to 35 mph (55 km/h) (manual transaxles upshift from 1st to 3rd gear) at 1/2 to 3/4 throttle for 10 seconds.
  • Page 300 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 301 Motorcraft Parts...
  • Page 302 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 305: 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 306 Engine Start engine every 15 days. Run at fast idle until it reaches normal operating temperature. With your foot on the brake, shift through all the gears while the engine is running. Fuel system Fill fuel tank with high-quality unleaded fuel until the first automatic shutoff of the fuel pump nozzle.
  • Page 307 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. Move vehicles at least 25 feet (8 m) every 15 days to lubricate working parts and prevent corrosion.

  • Page 322: Index

    Index ABS warning light (see Anti-lock brake system) ..Accessory position on the ignition ..82 Additives, engine oil ..Air bag supplemental restraint system.
  • Page 323 Automatic transaxle driving with ... . . fluid, adding ... fluid, checking ... . fluid, refill capacities .
  • Page 324 Brakes (continued) stopping distances ..when storing your vehicle ..Break-in period ....Brights (high beams) .
  • Page 325 Cleaning your vehicle (continued) exterior lamps ... . fabric ....headlamps ....instrument panel .
  • Page 326 Compact disc radio (see Electronic sound system) ... . Controls instrument panel ... mirrors ....steering column .
  • Page 327 Electrical system circuit breakers ... . fuses ....Electronic radio with cassette (see Electronic sound system) ..Electronic sound system antenna .
  • Page 328 Engine coolant (continued) checking hoses ... . disposal ... preparing for storage ..recovery reservoir .
  • Page 329 Foreign registration ... French owner guides, how to obtain ..Fuel calculating fuel economy..capacity ....comparisons with EPA fuel economy estimates.
  • Page 330 Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ..Gas mileage (see Fuel economy) ..Gasoline (see Fuel) ... Gauges engine coolant temperature gauge .
  • Page 331 Hazard flashers ... . . Headlamps aiming ....checking alignment ..cleaning .
  • Page 332 Jack operation ....positioning ....storage ....Jump-starting your vehicle attaching cables.
  • Page 333 Load limits GAWR ....GVWR ....trailer towing ... . . Lubricant specifications .
  • Page 334 Octane rating ....Odometer description ....trip odometer ... . Oil filter .

  • Page 335: Roadside Emergencies

    Radio (see Electronic sound systems) . . . Rear axle lubricant specification ..Rear window ....washer reservoir ... Refill capacities for fluids .
  • Page 336 Safety seats for children and air bags ..automatic locking mode (retractor) . . in front seat ....51 in rear outboard .
  • Page 337 Starting your vehicle (continued) starting your vehicle if the battery is disabled ... . . Steering, power ... . . Steering wheel horn .
  • Page 338 Trailer towing ... . . Transaxle automatic operation ..fluid, checking and adding (automatic) ... . fluid, refill capacities .
  • Page 339 Warm engine, starting ... 86 Warning lights (see Lights) ..93 Warranties basic ....Canada.

  • Page 340: Service Station Information

    Service Station Information...

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