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Ford Escort 2003 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction Instrument Cluster Warning and control lights Gauges Entertainment Systems AM/FM stereo cassette AM/FM stereo with CD Climate Controls Heater only Manual heating and air conditioning Lights Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors...
  • Page 3 Table of Contents Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Air bags Child restraints Driving Starting Brakes Transmission operation Vehicle loading Trailer towing Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Jump starting Wrecker towing Customer Assistance...
  • Page 4 Ford Motor Company. Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation. Copyright © 2002 Ford Motor Company...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    The more you know and understand about your vehicle the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it. For more information on Ford Motor Company and its products visit the following website: • In the United States: www.ford.com •...
  • Page 6 Introduction Fuel pump shut-off switch In the event of an accident the safety switch will automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine. The switch can also be activated through sudden vibration (e.g. collision when parking). To reset the switch, refer to the Fuel pump shut-off switch in the Roadside emergencies chapter.
  • Page 7 Introduction BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE Your vehicle does not need an extensive break-in. Try not to drive continuously at the same speed for the first 1,600 km (1,000 miles) of new vehicle operation. Vary your speed to allow parts to adjust themselves to other parts.
  • Page 8 This information may be stored during regular operation or in a crash or near crash event. This stored information may be read out and used by: • Ford Motor Company. • service and repair facilities. • law enforcement or government agencies.

  • Page 9: Vehicle Symbol Glossary

    Introduction These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Child Seat Installation Child Seat Lower Warning Anchor Child Seat Tether Brake System Anchor Brake Fluid -...
  • Page 10 Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows Power Window Lockout Front/Rear Interior Luggage Child Safety Door Compartment Release Lock/Unlock Symbol Panic Alarm Engine Oil Engine Coolant Engine Coolant Temperature Do Not Open When Hot Battery Avoid Smoking, Flames, Battery Acid or Sparks Explosive Gas Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid...

  • Page 11: Instrument Cluster

    Instrument Cluster WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES THEFT RPMx1000 0 0 0 0 0 FUEL FILL km/h 0 0 0 FUEL – BRAKE CHECK SERVICE FUEL ENGINE SOON Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious enough to cause expensive repairs.
  • Page 12 Instrument Cluster Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light on is dangerous. A significant decrease in braking performance may occur. It will take you longer to stop the vehicle. Have the vehicle checked by your dealer immediately. Anti-lock brake system: If the ABS light stays illuminated or continues to flash, a malfunction has been detected, have the system serviced...

  • Page 13: Gauges

    Instrument Cluster High beams: Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on. Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACC position and the driver’s door is opened. Headlamps on warning chime: Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off (and the key is not in the ignition) and the driver’s door is opened.
  • Page 14 Instrument Cluster Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. Fuel gauge: Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank (when the ignition is in the ON position). Odometer: Registers the total kilometers (miles) of the vehicle.

  • Page 15: Entertainment Systems

    Entertainment Systems AM/FM STEREO/CASSETTE TAPE SEEK SCAN BASS TREB TUNE DOLBY B NR PUSH ON FADE SIDE 1-2 R.DEF Volume/power control Press the control to turn the audio PUSH ON system on or off. Turn control to raise or lower PUSH ON volume.
  • Page 16 Entertainment Systems Bass/treble adjust • The bass adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s bass output. • The treble adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s treble output. Speaker balance/fade adjust • Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted between the right and left speakers.
  • Page 17 Entertainment Systems Scan function in tape mode Press the SCAN control to hear a short sampling of all selections on the tape. (The tape scans in a forward direction. At the end of the tape’s first side, direction automatically reverses to the opposite side of the tape.) To stop on a particular selection, press the control again.
  • Page 18 Entertainment Systems Setting the clock To set the hour, press the hour (H) control and press : • (+) to increase hour and • (−) to decrease hour To set the minute, press the minute (M) control and press: • (+) to increase minutes and •...
  • Page 19 Entertainment Systems Inserting a tape Push only slightly when inserting a cassette tape (with the open edge DOLBY B NR to the right). A cassette deck loading mechanism pulls the tape in the rest of the way. You can switch from radio to tape play by inserting a tape into the cassette deck.

  • Page 20: Am/Fm Stereo With Cd

    Entertainment Systems Dolby noise reduction Dolby noise reduction operates only in tape mode. Dolby noise reduction reduces the amount of hiss and static during tape playback. Press the control to activate (and deactivate) Dolby noise reduction. Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
  • Page 21 Entertainment Systems AM/FM select in radio mode This control allows you to select AM or FM frequency bands. Press the control to toggle between AM, FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations. The selected mode will be indicated in the display. If FM stereo is enabled, ST will be illuminated in the display.
  • Page 22 Entertainment Systems Tracking feature in CD mode • Press to advance to the next selection. Press and hold the TUNE control to fast forward through SEEK the current selection. TRACK • Press to reverse to the previous selection. Press and hold the control to rewind through the current selection.
  • Page 23 Entertainment Systems Treble adjust The treble adjust control allows you POWER-VOL PUSH to increase or decrease the audio system’s treble output. AUDIO Press the AUDIO control until TREB is illuminated in the display. Turn the volume control to adjust to the desired level of treble. NOTE: The volume can be adjusted without pressing the AUDIO function control.
  • Page 24 Entertainment Systems Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can be POWER-VOL PUSH adjusted between the right and left speakers. AUDIO Press the AUDIO control until BAL is illuminated in the display. Turn the volume control to adjust the speakers. NOTE: Approximately 5 seconds after selecting any AUDIO mode (treble, bass, fade, balance or volume), the system will automatically default to the volume function.
  • Page 25 Entertainment Systems Starting auto memory tuning 1. Select a frequency using the AM/FM control. 2. Press and momentarily hold the AUTO AUTO M (auto memory) control. 3. The audio system will select the five strongest stations on the frequency band. When the stations are filled, the station stored in memory preset control 1 will start playing.
  • Page 26 Entertainment Systems Eject function Press the control to stop and eject a Setting the clock • Ensure that the ignition is in the ACC or ON position. TUNE • Press and momentarily hold the CLOCK SEEK TRACK CLOCK control until a beep is heard.
  • Page 27 Entertainment Systems RADIO FREQUENCIES AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC). Those frequencies are: AM - 530, 540–1700, 1710 kHz FM- 87.7, 87.9–107.7, 107.9 MHz RADIO RECEPTION FACTORS There are three factors that can effect radio reception: •...
  • Page 28 Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players. Irregular shaped CDs, CDs with a scratch protection film attached, and CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the CD player.

  • Page 29: Climate Controls

    Climate Controls HEATER ONLY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Fan speed control Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle. Temperature control knob Controls the temperature of the airflow inside the vehicle. On heater-only systems, the air cannot be cooled below the outside temperature.

  • Page 30: Manual Heating And Air Conditioning

    Climate Controls Operating tips • In humid weather, place the climate control system in Defrost ( before driving. This will reduce fogging on your windshield. Once the windshield has been cleared, select any desired position. • To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle, do not drive with the climate control system in the OFF position.
  • Page 31 Climate Controls Temperature control knob Controls the temperature of the airflow inside the vehicle. Mode Selector Control Controls the direction of the airflow to the inside of the vehicle. The air conditioning compressor can operate in all modes except . However, the air conditioning will only function if the outside temperature is about 6°C (43°F) or higher.
  • Page 32 Climate Controls • (Floor) – Distributes outside air through the floor ducts. However, the air will not be cooled below the outside temperature because the air conditioning does not operate in this mode. • (Floor and defrost) – Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts and the floor ducts.
  • Page 33 Climate Controls • Do not put objects under the front seat which may interfere with the airflow to the rear seats. • Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area (at the bottom of the windshield and underneath the hood). •...

  • Page 34: Lights

    Lights HEADLAMP CONTROL Turns the lamps off. Turns on the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, license plate lamps and tail lamps. Turns the headlamps on. Foglamp control (if equipped) Rotate forward to activate. High beams Push the lever toward the instrument panel to activate.

  • Page 35: Headlamps

    Lights Flash to pass Pull toward you slightly to activate and release to deactivate. PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel during headlamp and parklamp operation. • Rotate up to brighten. • Rotate down to dim. The dome lamp will not illuminate if the control switch is in the OFF position.
  • Page 36 Lights If the vehicle has been in an accident, the vehicle’s front structure should be properly aligned before aiming the headlamps. Horizontal aim adjustment 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface. 2. With the hood open, locate the horizontal indicator and the adjusting screw.

  • Page 37: Turn Signal Control

    Lights Vertical aim adjustment 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface. 2. With the hood open, locate the bubble level and the vertical adjustment screw. The adjustment screw is located on the outboard side of the headlamp below the headlamp upper attachment.

  • Page 38: Bulb Replacement

    Lights INTERIOR LAMPS Dome lamp and map lamps (if equipped) The dome lamp is located overhead between the driver and passenger seats. The dome lamp will stay on if the control is moved to the ON position. When the control is moved to the DOOR position, the lamp will only come on if a door is opened.
  • Page 39 Lights Function Trade Number Front park/turn lamps 3157K Foglamps (if equipped) Headlamps-aero high and low beam 9007 Rear license plate lamps High-mount brake lamp Backup lamps 3156K Brake lamps 3157K Interior overhead lamp 12V/10W All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted. To replace all instrument panel lights - see your dealer INTERIOR BULBS Dome lamp...
  • Page 40 Lights 3. Remove the protective dust shield from the housing by turning the dust shield counterclockwise (when viewed from the rear). 4. Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb by pulling rearward. 5. Remove the bulb retaining ring by rotating it counterclockwise. 6.
  • Page 41 Lights 12. Turn the headlamps on and make sure they work properly. If the headlamp was correctly aligned before you changed the bulb, you should not need to align it again. Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position. 2.
  • Page 42 Lights Replacing high-mount brakelamp bulbs To remove the brakelamp bulb: 1. Push the center of the push pins in to release tension. 2. Pull the push pins out of the cover and slide the cover away from the package tray. 3.
  • Page 43 Lights 4. Remove the bulb socket by rotating it counterclockwise, then pulling it out of the lamp assembly. 5. Pull the bulb from the socket and push in the new bulb. 6. Install the bulb socket into the lamp by rotating it clockwise. 7.

  • Page 44: Driver Controls

    Driver Controls MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER Windshield wiper: • For intermittent wiping, move the control down one position and rotate the wiper switch to the desired position. • For low speed wiping, move the control down two positions. • For high speed wiping, move the control down three positions.

  • Page 45: Steering Wheel Adjustment

    Driver Controls Changing the wiper blades 1. Pull the wiper arm away from the vehicle. Turn the blade at an angle from the wiper arm. Push the lock pin manually to release the blade and pull the wiper blade down toward the windshield to remove it from the arm.

  • Page 46: Mirrors

    Driver Controls Press and hold the bottom part of the rocker switch to open the window. Press and hold the top part of the rocker switch to close the window. One touch down Allows the driver’s window to open fully without holding the control down.
  • Page 47 Driver Controls Setting speed control The controls for using your speed control are located on the steering wheel for your convenience. 1. Press the ON control and release 2. Accelerate to the desired speed. 3. Press the SET ACC control and release it.
  • Page 48 Driver Controls Resuming a set speed Press the RSM (resume) control and release it. This will automatically return the vehicle to the previously set speed. The RSM control will not work if the vehicle speed is not faster than 48 km/h (30 mph). Increasing speed while using speed control There are two ways to set a higher speed:...
  • Page 49 Driver Controls • Depress the brake pedal until the desired vehicle speed is reached, press the SET ACC control. Turning off speed control There are two ways to turn off the speed control: • Depress the brake pedal or the clutch pedal (if equipped). This will not erase your vehicles previously set speed.
  • Page 50 Driver Controls CELL PHONE USE The use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasingly important in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However, drivers must not compromise their own or others’ safety when using such equipment. Mobile Communications can enhance personal safety and security when appropriately used, particularly in emergency situations.
  • Page 51 Driver Controls POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT Position the driver floor mat so that the eyelet is over the pointed end of the retention post and rotate forward to lock in. Make sure that the mat does not interfere with the operation of the accelerator or the brake pedal.

  • Page 52: Locks And Security

    Locks and Security KEYS The key operates all locks on your vehicle. In case of loss, replacement keys are available from your dealer. You should always carry a second key with you in a safe place in case you require it in an emergency. POWER DOOR LOCKS (IF EQUIPPED) Press U to unlock all doors and L to lock all doors.
  • Page 53 Locks and Security To open the luggage compartment door (lid) from within the luggage compartment, pull the illuminated “T” shaped handle and push up on the trunk lid. The handle is composed of a material that will glow for hours in darkness following brief exposure to ambient light.

  • Page 54: Anti-Theft System

    Locks and Security Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Your vehicle may have an all-door remote entry system or a driver’s door only remote entry system. The all-door remote entry system allows you to: •...
  • Page 55 Locks and Security Locking the doors 1. Press and release to lock all the doors. On vehicles equipped with the driver’s door only remote entry system, only the driver’s door will lock. Note: the interior lamps will turn off. 2. On vehicles with the all-door remote entry, press and release again within three seconds to confirm that all the doors are closed and locked.
  • Page 56 Locks and Security To replace the battery: 1. Twist a thin coin between the two halves of the remote entry transmitter near the key ring. DO NOT TAKE THE FRONT PART OF THE REMOTE ENTRY TRANSMITTER APART. 2. Remove the old battery. 3.
  • Page 57 Locks and Security 4. Cycle, eight times, rapidly (within 10 seconds) between the 2 (ACC) position and 3 (ON). Note: The eighth turn must end in the 3 (ON) position. 5. The doors will lock, then unlock, to confirm that the programming mode has been activated.
  • Page 58 Locks and Security Deactivating the anti-theft system Deactivating an untriggered anti-theft system You can deactivate an untriggered anti-theft system alarm in the following ways: • Press on the remote entry transmitter. • Press on the remote entry transmitter. Note: Pressing the trunk control will prevent the alarm from sounding until the trunk is closed again.

  • Page 59: Seating And Safety Restraints

    Seating and Safety Restraints SEATING Notes: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injury in a collision or sudden stop.
  • Page 60 Seating and Safety Restraints Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. Lift handle to move seat forward or backward. Pull lever up to adjust seatback. FOLDING DOWN THE REAR SEATS To fold the seatback down: •...

  • Page 61: Safety Restraints

    Seating and Safety Restraints RETURNING THE SEAT TO THE UPRIGHT POSITION Check to see that the seat and seatback is latched securely in position. Keep floor area free of objects that would prevent proper seat engagement. Never attempt to adjust the seat while the vehicle is in motion.
  • Page 62 Seating and Safety Restraints In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a safety belt. Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair.
  • Page 63 Seating and Safety Restraints 2. To unfasten, push the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle. The front and rear outboard safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts. The front passenger and rear seat outboard safety belts have two types of locking modes described below: Vehicle sensitive mode This is the normal retractor mode, which allows free shoulder belt length...
  • Page 64 Seating and Safety Restraints How to use the automatic locking mode • Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. • Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is pulled out. • Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound.
  • Page 65 Seating and Safety Restraints BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED if the seat belt assembly “automatic locking retractor” feature or any other seat belt function is not operating properly when checked according to the procedures in Workshop Manual. Failure to replace the Belt and Retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions.
  • Page 66 Seating and Safety Restraints BeltMinder The BeltMinder feature is a supplemental warning to the safety belt warning function. This feature provides additional reminders to the driver that the driver’s safety belt is unbuckled by intermittently sounding a chime and illuminating the safety belt warning lamp in the instrument cluster.
  • Page 67 Seating and Safety Restraints Reasons given... Consider... “Belts are uncomfortable” We design our safety belts to enhance comfort. If you are uncomfortable - try different positions for the safety belt upper anchorage and seatback which should be as upright as possible;...
  • Page 68 Seating and Safety Restraints Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt to avoid the Belt Minder chime. Sitting on the safety belt will increase the risk of injury in an accident. To disable (one-time) or deactivate the Belt Minder feature please follow the directions stated below.
  • Page 69 (if equipped), shoulder belt guide on seatback (if equipped), child safety seat LATCH and tether anchors, and attaching hardware, should be inspected after a collision. Ford Motor Company recommends that all safety belt assemblies used in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced.

  • Page 70: Air Bags

    Seating and Safety Restraints AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) Important SRS precautions The SRS is designed to work with the safety belt to help protect the driver and right front passenger from certain upper body injuries. Air bags DO NOT inflate slowly; there is a risk of injury from a deploying air bag.
  • Page 71 Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the air bag supplemental restraint systems or its fuses. See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. Modifying or adding equipment to the front end of the vehicle...
  • Page 72 Seating and Safety Restraints Children and air bags Children must always be properly restrained. Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position. Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of injury in a collision.
  • Page 73 Seating and Safety Restraints The air bags inflate and deflate rapidly upon activation. After air bag deployment, it is normal to notice a smoke-like, powdery residue or smell the burnt propellant. This may consist of cornstarch, talcum powder or sodium compounds which may irritate the skin and eyes, but none of the residue is toxic.

  • Page 74: Child Restraints

    Seating and Safety Restraints Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the system. Refer to Air bag readiness section in the Instrument cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the air bag is not required.
  • Page 75 To improve the fit of both the lap and shoulder belt on children who have outgrown child safety seats, Ford Motor Company recommends use of a belt-positioning booster. Booster seats position a child so that safety belts fit better. They lift the child up so that the lap belt rests low across the hips and the knees bend comfortably.
  • Page 76 Seating and Safety Restraints Booster seats should be used until you can answer YES to ALL of these questions: • Can the child sit all the way back against the vehicle seat back with knees bent comfortably at the edge of the seat without slouching? •...
  • Page 77 Seating and Safety Restraints The shoulder belt should cross the chest, resting snugly on the center of the shoulder. The lap belt should rest low and snug across the hips, never up high across the stomach. If the booster seat slides on the vehicle seat, placing a rubberized mesh sold as shelf or carpet liner under the booster seat may improve this condition.
  • Page 78 (passenger side front and outboard rear seating positions) (if equipped) section in this chapter. Ford recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether strap. Install the child safety seat in a seating position with a tether anchor.
  • Page 79 Seating and Safety Restraints Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder belts Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER place a rear-facing child seat in front of an active air bag. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the seat all the way back.
  • Page 80 Seating and Safety Restraints 3. While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together, route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer’s instructions. Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted. 4. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from) for that seating position until...
  • Page 81 Seating and Safety Restraints 7. Pull the lap belt portion across the child seat toward the buckle and pull up on the shoulder belt while pushing down with your knee on the child seat. 8. Allow the safety belt to retract to remove any slack in the belt.
  • Page 82 Seating and Safety Restraints The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions (shown from top view): Attach the tether strap only to the appropriate tether anchor as shown. The tether strap may not work properly if attached somewhere other than the correct tether anchor.
  • Page 83 Follow the child seat manufacturer’s instructions to properly install a child seat with LATCH attachments. Two plastic LATCH guides can be obtained at no charge from any Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. They snap onto the LATCH lower anchors in the seat to help attach a child seat with rigid attachments.
  • Page 84 Seating and Safety Restraints If you install a child seat with rigid LATCH attachments, do not tighten the tether strap enough to lift the child seat off the vehicle seat cushion when the child is seated in it. Keep the tether strap just snug without lifting the front of the child seat.

  • Page 85: Driving

    Driving STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. LOCK, locks the steering wheel, gearshift lever (automatic transaxle only) and allows key removal. On vehicles with a manual transaxle push the key in while turning to lock. 2. ACCESSORY, allows the electrical accessories such as the radio to operate while the engine is not running.
  • Page 86 Driving If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes. Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly. If a light fails to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced. •...
  • Page 87 Driving • Make sure the gearshift is in P (Park). If starting a vehicle with a manual transaxle: 1. Make sure the parking brake is set. 2. Push the clutch pedal to the floor.
  • Page 88 Driving • Turn the key to 3 (ON) without turning the key to 4 (START). THEFT RPMx1000 0 0 0 0 0 FUEL FILL km/h 0 0 0 FUEL – BRAKE CHECK SERVICE FUEL ENGINE SOON Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly. If a light fails to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced.

  • Page 89: Brakes

    Driving Using the engine block heater (if equipped) An engine block heater warms the engine coolant which aids in starting and heater/defroster performance. Use of an engine block heater is strongly recommended if you live in a region where temperatures reach -23°...
  • Page 90 Driving If you are driving down a long or steep hill, shift to a lower gear. Do not apply your brakes continuously, as they may overheat and become less effective. Under normal operating conditions, brake dust may accumulate on the wheels.
  • Page 91 Driving • The anti-lock system does not reduce stopping distance. Always leave enough room between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you to stop. • We recommend that you familiarize yourself with this braking technique. However, avoid taking any unnecessary risks. ABS warning lamp warning lamp in the instrument cluster momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position.

  • Page 92: Transmission Operation

    Driving Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or in 1 (First) (manual transaxle). Push the button on the end of the parking brake and push the handle down as far as possible to release the brake.
  • Page 93 Driving pedal is depressed. If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P (Park) with the brake pedal depressed: 1. Continue depressing the brake pedal, and remove the shift-lock override cap with a 2.5 cm (1 inch) or longer screwdriver. 2.
  • Page 94 Driving Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift lever is latched in P (Park). Turn off the ignition whenever you leave your vehicle. If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly. See your dealer or a qualified service technician.
  • Page 95 Driving R (Reverse) With the gearshift lever in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move backward. You should always come to a complete stop before shifting in and out of R (Reverse). N (Neutral) With the gearshift lever in the N (Neutral) position, the vehicle can be started and is free to roll.
  • Page 96 Driving (Overdrive) The overdrive position is the normal driving position for an automatic overdrive transaxle. It works the same way as D (Drive) but shifts to a fourth gear-an overdrive gear-when your vehicle cruises at a constant speed for any length of time.
  • Page 97 Driving L (Low) Use L (Low) when added engine braking is desired or when descending steep hills. The automatic transaxle will shift into the proper gear to ascend any grade without any need to shift to L (Low). Do not go faster than 61 km/h (38 mph) when in this gear. You can upshift from L (Low) to (overdrive) at any time.
  • Page 98 Driving MANUAL TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) Using the clutch The manual transaxle has a starter interlock that prevents cranking the engine unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed. When starting a vehicle with a manual transaxle, you must: 1. Make sure the parking brake is fully set. 2.
  • Page 99 Driving Recommended shift speeds Upshift according to the following charts for best fuel economy: Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for best fuel economy) 21 km/h (13 mph) 40 km/h (25 mph) 53 km/h (33 mph) 70 km/h (44 mph) Upshifts when cruising (recommended for best fuel economy) 18 km/h (11 mph) 32 km/h (20 mph) 46 km/h (29 mph)

  • Page 100: Vehicle Loading

    Driving VEHICLE LOADING Before loading a vehicle, familiarize yourself with the following terms: • Base Curb Weight: Weight of the vehicle including any standard equipment, fluids, lubricants, etc. It does not include occupants or aftermarket equipment. • Payload: Combined maximum allowable weight of cargo, occupants and optional equipment.

  • Page 101: Trailer Towing

    Driving Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the certification label. Do not use replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the originals because they may lower the vehicle’s GVWR and GAWR limitations. Replacement tires with a higher limit than the originals do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations.
  • Page 102 Driving Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of the vehicle and could result in engine damage, transaxle damage, structural damage, increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and/or serious personal injury. Preparing to tow Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure it is properly attached to your vehicle.
  • Page 103 Driving Driving while you tow When towing a trailer: • Turn off the speed control. The speed control may shut off automatically when you are towing on long, steep grades. • Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer. •...

  • Page 104: Roadside Emergencies

    Roadside Emergencies GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This program is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service is available: • 24–hours, seven days a week •...

  • Page 105: Hazard Flasher Switch

    Roadside Emergencies Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call 1–800–665–2006. If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford Motor Company will reimburse a reasonable amount. To obtain reimbursement information, U.S. Ford or Mercury vehicles customers call 1-800-241-3673; Lincoln vehicle customers call 1–800–521–4140.

  • Page 106: Fuses And Relays

    Roadside Emergencies The fuel pump shut-off switch is located in the driver’s foot well, behind the kick panel. Use the following procedure to reset the fuel pump shut-off switch. 1. Turn the ignition to the OFF position. 2. Check the fuel system for leaks. 3.
  • Page 107 Roadside Emergencies Note: 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. Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Cartridge Fuse Mini...
  • Page 108 Roadside Emergencies Passenger compartment fuse panel P. Window (C.B.) HEATER (DRL) (DOOR LK) STOP HAZARD HORN TAIL ROOM (AIR COND) (SUN ROOF) ENGINE METER (ASC) – RADIO WIPER CIGAR (FOG) FUEL INJ – AIR BAG (AUDIO) The fuses are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Passenger Compartment Fuse...
  • Page 109 Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Passenger Compartment Fuse Location Rating Panel Description WIPER Wiper/Washer, Blower motor relay STOP Stop lamps, Brake pressure switch TAIL Exterior lamps, Instrument illumination SUN ROOF Power moonroof Speed control P. WINDOW 30A CB Power windows CIGAR Cigar lighter AIR BAG...
  • Page 110 Roadside Emergencies OBD-II 10A HEADLAMP RELAY FUEL PUMP 20A HEAD LH 10A HEAD RH 10A USE THE DESIGNATED FUSES ONLY The high-current fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Power Distribution Box Location Rating Description FUEL INJ. 30A* Air bags, Constant control relay module (PCM relay), Generator DEFOG 30A*...

  • Page 111: Changing Tires

    Roadside Emergencies Relays Relays are located in the power distribution box and should be replaced by qualified technicians. CHANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily. Instead, gradually decrease your speed. Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road.
  • Page 112 Roadside Emergencies Tire change procedure 1. Park on a level surface, activate hazard flashers and set the parking brake. When one of the front wheels is off the ground, the transaxle alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack, even if the vehicle is in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or R (Reverse) (manual transaxle).
  • Page 113 Roadside Emergencies • Automatic • Manual 3. Remove the jack, jack handle, lug wrench and spare tire.
  • Page 114 Roadside Emergencies 4. Loosen each wheel lug nut one-half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground. 5. Put the jack in the jack notch next to the door of the tire you are changing.

  • Page 115: Jump Starting

    Roadside Emergencies JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result in injury or vehicle damage. Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin, eyes and clothing, if contacted.
  • Page 116 Roadside Emergencies Connecting the jumper cables 1. Connect the positive (+) booster cable to the positive (+) terminal of the discharged battery. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the assisting battery.
  • Page 117 Roadside Emergencies 3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the assisting battery. 4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposed metal part of the stalled vehicle’s engine, away from the battery and the carburetor/fuel injection system.
  • Page 118 Roadside Emergencies Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were connected. 1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2.
  • Page 119 Roadside Emergencies 3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster vehicle’s battery. 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the disabled vehicle’s battery. After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions.

  • Page 120: Wrecker Towing

    It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed equipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure. If your vehicle is to be towed from the rear using wheel lift equipment, the front wheels (drive wheels) must be placed on a dolly to prevent damage to the transmission.

  • Page 121: Customer Assistance

    5,000 participating Ford or Lincoln Mercury and Ford of Canada dealers. If you did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at the time of purchasing your vehicle, you may still be eligible. Since this information is subject to change, please ask your dealer for complete details about Ford Extended Service Plan coverage options, or visit the Ford ESP website at www.ford-esp.com.
  • Page 122 Ford Customer Relationship Center. Away from home If you own a Ford or Mercury vehicle and are away from home when your vehicle needs service, or if you need more help than the dealership could provide, after following the steps described above, contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center to find an authorized dealership to help you.
  • Page 123 P.O. Box 2000 Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 1-800-565-3673 (FORD) www.ford.ca In order to help you service your Ford or Lincoln Mercury vehicle, please have the following information available when contacting a Customer Relationship Center: • Your telephone number (home and business) •...
  • Page 124 THE DISPUTE SETTLEMENT BOARD (U.S. ONLY) The Dispute Settlement Board is: • an independent, third-party arbitration program for warranty disputes. • available free to owners and lessees of qualifying Ford Motor Company vehicles. The Dispute Settlement Board may not be available in all states. Ford...
  • Page 125 • The name of the dealer(s) who sold or serviced the vehicle. • A brief description of your unresolved concern. • A brief summary of the action taken by the dealer(s) and Ford Motor Company. • The names (if known) of all the people you contacted at the dealership(s).
  • Page 126 After a case is reviewed, the Board mails you a decision letter and a form on which to accept or reject the Board’s decision. The decisions of the Board are binding on Ford (and, in some cases, on the dealer) but not on consumers who are free to pursue other remedies available to them under state or federal law.
  • Page 127 UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM (CANADA ONLY) In those cases where you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford and the dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concern have been unsatisfactory, Ford of Canada participates in an impartial third party mediation/arbitration program administered by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP).
  • Page 128 If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living in Central or South America, the Caribbean, or the Middle East, contact the nearest Ford dealership. If the dealership cannot help you, write or call: FORD MOTOR COMPANY...
  • Page 129 In the case of 1 or 2 above, the consumer must also notify the manufacturer of the need for the repair of the nonconformity at the following address: Ford Motor Company 16800 Executive Plaza Drive Mail Drop 3NE-B Dearborn, MI 48126...

  • Page 130: Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. Only)

    However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Ford Motor Company. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1–800–424–9393 (or 366–0123 in the Washington D.C.

  • Page 131: Cleaning

    Cleaning WASHING THE EXTERIOR Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutral Ph shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3–A), which is available from your dealer. • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washing or laundry liquid.
  • Page 132 • Do not use hydrofluoric acid-based or high caustic-based wheel cleaners, steel wool, fuels or strong household detergent. • To remove tar and grease, use Ford Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil Removal (B7A-19520–AA), available from your dealer. ENGINE Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirt buildup keep the engine warmer than normal.
  • Page 133 Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products are available from your dealer. • For routine cleaning, use Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3–A). • If tar or grease spots are present, use Ford Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil Removal (B7A-19520–AA). WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES The windshield, rear window and wiper blades should be cleaned regularly.
  • Page 134 For fabric, carpets, cloth seats and safety belts: • Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner. • Remove light stains and soil with Ford Extra Strength Upholstery Cleaner (E8AZ-19523–AA). • If grease or tar is present on the material, spot-clean the area first with Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover (ZC-14).
  • Page 135 FORD, LINCOLN AND MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealer has many quality products available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. These quality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and appearance of your vehicle.
  • Page 136 Cleaning Motorcraft Dash and Vinyl Cleaner (ZC-38–A) Motorcraft Car Care Kit (ZC-26) Ford Premium Car Wash Concentrate (F2SZ-19523–WC) Motorcraft Carlite Glass Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-100) Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover (ZC-14) Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3–A) Motorcraft Tire Detailer (ZC-28) Motorcraft Triple Clean (ZC-13)

  • Page 137: Maintenance And Specifications

    Maintenance and Specifications SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle: • We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easy location. • We provide a scheduled maintenance guide which makes tracking routine service easy. If your vehicle requires professional service, your dealership can provide the necessary parts and service.
  • Page 138 Maintenance and Specifications 1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in 1 (First). 2. Turn off the engine and remove the key. 3. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. Working with the engine off •...
  • Page 139 Maintenance and Specifications Working with the engine on • Automatic transaxle: 1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park). 2. Block the wheels. • Manual transaxle 1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in N (Neutral).
  • Page 140 Maintenance and Specifications 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the front center of the hood. 3. Lift the hood and secure it with the prop rod.

  • Page 141: Engine Compartment

    Maintenance and Specifications IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 2.0L DOHC Zetec engine 1. Transmission fluid dipstick (automatic transaxle) 2. Battery 3. Air filter assembly 4. Engine oil filler cap 5. Engine oil dipstick 6. Power steering fluid reservoir 7. Engine coolant reservoir 8.

  • Page 142: Engine Oil

    In very cold weather, do not fill the reservoir all the way. Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to Lubricant specifications in this chapter. State or local regulations on volatile organic compounds may restrict the use of methanol, a common windshield washer antifreeze additive.
  • Page 143 Maintenance and Specifications 4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. 5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil indicator (dipstick). • 2.0L DOHC Zetec engine 6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove it again. •...
  • Page 144 Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled maintenance guide. Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oil filters are designed for added engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter is used...

  • Page 145: Battery

    Maintenance and Specifications that does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-up engine noises or knock may be experienced. It is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter (or another brand meeting Ford specifications) for your engine application.
  • Page 146 Maintenance and Specifications When lifting a plastic-cased battery, excessive pressure on the end walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps, resulting in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or battery. Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands on opposite corners.
  • Page 147 Maintenance and Specifications If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed, the clock and the preset radio stations must be reset once the battery is reconnected. • Always dispose of automotive batteries in a responsible manner. Follow your local authorized standards for disposal.
  • Page 148 Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluid container. If sprayed on the windshield, engine coolant could make it difficult to see through the windshield. The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with either green-colored Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant meeting Ford specification...
  • Page 149 • Do not mix with recycled coolant unless from a Ford-approved recycling process (see Use of Recycled engine coolant section). For vehicles with overflow coolant systems with a non-pressurized cap on the coolant recovery system, add coolant to the coolant recovery reservoir when the engine is cool.
  • Page 150 Operating an engine with a low level of coolant can result in engine overheating and possible engine damage. Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company recommends the use of a recycled engine coolant produced by Ford-approved processes in vehicles originally equipped with Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant (green-colored). However, not all coolant recycling processes produce coolant that meets Ford specification ESE-M97B44–A.
  • Page 151 Maintenance and Specifications Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine coolant in vehicles originally equipped with Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant since a Ford-approved recycling process is not yet available. Used engine coolant should be disposed of in an appropriate manner.

  • Page 152: Fuel Information

    Maintenance and Specifications Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme climates should use a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water for optimum cooling system and engine protection. WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS Important safety precautions Do not overfill the fuel tank. The pressure in an overfilled tank may cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire.
  • Page 153 Maintenance and Specifications • Avoid inhaling fuel vapors. Inhaling too much fuel vapor of any kind can lead to eye and respiratory tract irritation. In severe cases, excessive or prolonged breathing of fuel vapor can cause serious illness and permanent injury. •...
  • Page 154 The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel tank or fuel system if the correct genuine Ford or Motorcraft fuel filler cap is not used. The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap.
  • Page 155 Maintenance and Specifications Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel or fuel additives with metallic compounds, including manganese-based compounds containing MMT. Repairs to correct the effects of using a fuel for which your vehicle was not designed may not be covered by your warranty. Octane recommendations Your vehicle is designed to use “Regular”...
  • Page 156 Maintenance and Specifications Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines to improve air quality. Running out of fuel Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse affect on powertrain components. If you have run out of fuel: •...
  • Page 157 Maintenance and Specifications amount of fuel in a full tank and a tank when the fuel gauge indicates empty. Empty reserve is the small amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank after the fuel gauge indicates empty. The amount of usable fuel in the empty reserve varies and should not be relied upon to increase driving range.
  • Page 158 Maintenance and Specifications economy under current driving conditions. Additionally, keeping records during summer and winter will show how temperature impacts fuel economy. In general, lower temperatures give lower fuel economy. Driving style — good driving and fuel economy habits Give consideration to the lists that follow and you may be able to change a number of variables and improve your fuel economy.
  • Page 159 Maintenance and Specifications • Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in your vehicle scheduled maintenance guide. Conditions • Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy at any speed.
  • Page 160 If other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are used for maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability.
  • Page 161 Maintenance and Specifications If the vehicle’s powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced, the on-board diagnostics system is reset to a “not ready for I/M test” condition. To ready the on-board diagnostics system for I/M testing, a minimum of 30 minutes of city and highway driving is necessary as described below: •...
  • Page 162 Maintenance and Specifications The fluid level will drop slowly as the brakes wear, and will rise when the brake components are replaced. Fluid levels between the “MIN” and “MAX” lines are within the normal operating range, there is no need to add fluid.
  • Page 163 Maintenance and Specifications weather or pulling a trailer, the vehicle should be turned off for about 30 minutes to allow fluid to cool before checking. 1. Drive the vehicle 30 km (20 miles) or until it reaches normal operating temperature. 2.
  • Page 164 Maintenance and Specifications Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels Before adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is used. The type of fluid used is normally indicated on the dipstick and also in the Lubricant specifications section in this chapter. Use of a non-approved automatic transmission fluid may cause internal transaxle component damage.

  • Page 165: Air Filter(S)

    5. Install and tighten the fill plug securely. Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to Lubricant Specifications in this chapter. AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals for changing the air filter element.
  • Page 166 10 to 12 inches or limited production tires as defined in Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575.104(c)(2). U.S. Department of Transportation-Tire quality grades: The U.S. Department of Transportation requires Ford to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it.
  • Page 167 Maintenance and Specifications Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1 1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100.
  • Page 168 Maintenance and Specifications • Check the tire pressure when tires are cold, after the vehicle has been parked for at least one hour or has been driven less than 5 km (3 miles). • Adjust tire pressure to recommended specifications found on the Certification Label.
  • Page 169 Make sure that all replacement tires are of the same size, type, load-carrying capacity and tread design (e.g., “All Terrain”, “Touring”, etc.), as originally offered by Ford. Failure to follow these precautions may adversely affect the handling of the vehicle, and increase the risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and/or personal injury.

  • Page 170: Part Numbers

    Maintenance and Specifications • If possible, avoid fully loading your vehicle. • Remove the tire chains when they are no longer needed. Do not use tire chains on dry roads. • The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage.

  • Page 171: Refill Capacities

    Maintenance and Specifications REFILL CAPACITIES Ford Part Fluid Application Capacity Name Brake fluid High Fill to line on Performance reservoir DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Engine coolant Motorcraft Automatic 6.0L (6.3 Premium Engine transaxles quarts) Coolant (green-colored) or Motorcraft Manual 5.0L (5.3...

  • Page 172: Lubricant Specifications

    Maintenance and Specifications LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Ford Part Ford Part Ford Item Name or Number Specification Equivalent Brake fluid Motorcraft High PM-1 ESA-M6C25-A Performance and DOT 3 DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Door latch, hood Multi-Purpose XG-4 or XL-5 ESB-M1C93-B or...
  • Page 173 Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate DO NOT USE Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine Coolant VC-2 or VC-3, meeting Ford specification WSS-M97B44-D (orange in color) Refer to Adding engine coolant, in this chapter. ENGINE DATA Engine 2.0L DOHC Zetec engine Cubic inches...
  • Page 174 Maintenance and Specifications...
  • Page 175 Maintenance and Specifications IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Certification label The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Regulations require that a Certification label be affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where the Certification label may be located. The Certification label is located on the front door latch pillar on the driver’s side.
  • Page 176 Maintenance and Specifications 1. World manufacturer identifier 2. Brake type and gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) 3. Vehicle line, series, body type 4. Engine type 5. Check digit 6. Model year 7. Assembly plant 8. Production sequence number Engine number The engine number (the last eight numbers of the vehicle identification number) is stamped on the engine block and transmission.

  • Page 177: Accessories

    Accessories FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of genuine Ford accessories are available for your vehicle through your local authorized Ford, Lincoln, Mercury or Ford of Canada dealer. These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle.
  • Page 178 Accessories Travel equipment Auto headlamps with daytime running lights (DRL) Console armrest Daytime running lights (DRL) Electrochromic inside mirror with compass Electrochromic inside mirror with compass and temperature display Highway safety kit First aid kit Removable luggage rack Removable luggage rack adapters (bike, ski and snowboard) Speed control Protection and appearance equipment Air bag anti-theft locks...
  • Page 179 (Citizens band [CB] transceivers, garage door openers and other transmitters with outputs of five watts or less will not ordinarily affect your vehicle’s operation.) • Ford cannot assume responsibility for any adverse effects or damage that may result from the use of such equipment.

  • Page 180: Index

    Index acid, treating emergencies ..144 jumping a disabled battery ..114 maintenance-free ....144 ABS (see Brakes) .......89 replacement, specifications ...169 Air bag supplemental restraint servicing ........144 system ..........69 and child safety seats ....71 BeltMinder ........65 description ........69 Brakes ........88–89 disposal ........73 anti-lock ........89 driver air bag ......71 anti-lock brake system (ABS)
  • Page 181 ........131 Cruise control coolant ........146 (see Speed control) ....45 idle speed control ....144 Customer Assistance ....103 lubrication Ford accessories for your specifications ....171–172 vehicle ........134 refill capacities ......170 Ford Extended Service service points ......140 Plan ..........120 starting after a collision ..104 Getting assistance outside Engine block heater ....88...
  • Page 182 Index choosing the right fuel ...153 bulb specifications ....37 comparisons with EPA fuel flash to pass ......34 economy estimates ....158 high beam .........33 detergent in fuel .....155 replacing bulbs ......38 filling your vehicle with turning on and off ....33 fuel ......151, 153, 155 Heating filter, specifications ..155, 169 heater only system ....28...
  • Page 183 Index cargo lamps .......34 Power distribution box fog lamps ........33 (see Fuses) .......108 headlamps ......33, 38 Power door locks ......51 headlamps, flash to pass ..34 Power steering ......91 instrument panel, dimming ..34 fluid, checking and adding ..160 interior lamps .....37–38 fluid, refill capacity ....170 replacing bulbs .....37, 40–42 fluid, specifications ..171–172...
  • Page 184 Index Spare tire (see Changing the fluid, checking and adding Tire) ...........110 (automatic) ......161 fluid, checking and adding Spark plugs, specifications ..169, (manual) .........164 lubricant specifications ..171 Specification chart, manual operation ......97 lubricants ......171–172 Trunk ...........51 Speed control ......45 remote release ....49, 54 Starting your vehicle ..84–85, 87 Turn signal ........36 jump starting ......114...

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