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Have the tightening torque of the
wheel nuts and the tyre pressure
checked as soon as possible.
BATTERY
Maintenance
The battery requires very little
maintenance. The fluid level is
checked during the routine service
inspections.
Ignition warning light
If it illuminates whilst driving,
switch OFF all unnecessary
electrical equipment (accessories)
and drive immediately to the
nearest Authorised Ford Dealer.
Removal and installation
If the battery has been
disconnected the vehicle may
exhibit some unusual driving
characteristics for approximately
8 km after battery reconnection
while the engine management
system realigns itself with the
engine.
The audio system must be
reprogrammed with the audio
code.
Roadside Emergencies
JUMP STARTING
Connect batteries with only the
same nominal voltage (12 volts).
Use jump leads with insulated
clamps and adequate size cable.
Do not disconnect the battery from
the vehicle's electrical system.
To connect the leads
•
Position the vehicles so that
they do not touch one another.
•
Switch OFF the engine. switch
OFF electrical equipment.
•
Connect the positive (+)
terminal of the flat battery
to the positive (+) terminal of
the booster battery
•
Connect one end of the
second lead to the negative (-)
terminal of the booster battery
.
B
•
Do not connect to the
negative ( - ) terminal of the
flat battery.
A
.
B
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