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Maintenance and care

Checking tire pressure Check the tire pressure periodically and inflate the tires as necessary. To check the tire pressure, insert the tire pressure gauge into the valve. The cold pressure amount is listed on the Safety Compliance Certification label.

Improperly inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and

can fail suddenly, possibly resulting in loss of vehicle control.

Rotating tires Rotate your tires at regular intervals for even wear. Rotation intervals are listed in the “Service Guide”.

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Replacing tires Replace tires when the wear band is visible through the tire treads.

When replacing full size tires, never mix radial, bias- belted, or bias-type tires. Use only the tire sizes that are listed on the tire pressure decal. Make sure that all tires are the same size, speed rating, and load-carrying capacity. Use only the tire combinations recommended on the decal. If you do not follow these precautions, your vehicle may not drive properly and safely.

Do not replace your tires with “high performance”

tires or larger size tires.

Failure to follow these precautions may adversely affect the handling of the vehicle and make it easier to lose control and roll over.

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Dispose of worn tires in accordance with local environmental regulations.

Refer to the Safety Compliance Certification label to determine the specific size tire and wheel Ford Motor Company recommends for use on this vehicle. When purchasing replacement tires for your vehicle, consult your dealer or a qualified service technician to ensure that the correct tire type is used.

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Using snow tires and chains

Snow tires must be the same size and grade as the tires

you currently have on your vehicle.

The tires on your vehicle have all- weather treads to provide traction in rain and snow. However, in some climates, using snow tires and chains may be necessary. Ford offers snow chains as a Ford approved accessory and recommends use of these or their equivalents on approved tires. See your dealer or a qualified service technician for more information on tire chains for your vehicle. Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains: • Install chains securely, verifying that the chains do not touch any wiring, brake lines or fuel lines.

• Install the chains on the front

tires only.

• Do not use tire chains on 205/60
tires and 205/55R16 Z rated tires. Steering, suspension and body components may be damaged by use of chains.

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• Drive cautiously. If you hear the

chains rub or bang against the vehicle, stop and retighten them. If this does not work, remove the chains to prevent vehicle damage.

• Local regulations may prohibit or

restrict the use of tire chains. Investigate the laws and regulations in your area before installing chains.

• Avoid overloading your vehicle. • Do not use tire chains on

temporary spare tires.

• Remove the tire chains when they are no longer needed. Do not use chains on dry roads.

• The suspension insulation and

bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage. Do not remove these components from the vehicle when using snow tires and chains.

Change over from winter to summer tires as soon as road

conditions allow, this will reduce fuel consumption and noise in the vehicle’s interior.

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IMPORTANT FUEL INFORMATON 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.

If you do not use the proper fuel cap, the pressure in the

fuel tank can damage the fuel system or cause it to work improperly in a collision.

The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel

cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops before completely removing the cap.

Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or death if

misused or mishandled.

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Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel: • Extinguish all smoking materials

and any open flames before fueling your vehicle.

• Always turn off the vehicle

before fueling.

• Make sure the fuel cap is

correctly fitted after fueling. Failure to do so may cause the on board diagnostic system to illuminate the CHECK ENGINE light.

• Automotive fuels can be harmful

or fatal if swallowed. If fuel is swallowed, call a physician immediately, even if no symptoms are immediately apparent. The toxic effects of fuel may not be visible for hours.

• Fuels can also be harmful if

absorbed through the skin. If fuel is splashed on the skin, promptly remove contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water.

• If fuel is splashed in the eyes,

remove contact lenses (if worn), flush with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention.

• Be particularly careful if you are taking “Antabuse” or other forms of disulfiram for the treatment of alcoholism. Breathing gasoline vapors or skin contact could cause an adverse reaction. Consult a physician immediately.

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Choosing the right fuel Use only UNLEADED FUEL. The use of leaded fuel is prohibited by law and could damage your vehicle. The damage may not be covered by your warranty. Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel containing manganese- based additives such as MMT. Additionally, vehicles certified to California emission standards (indicated on the underhood Vehicle Emission Control Information label) are designed to operate on California reformulated gasolines. If California reformulated gasoline is not available when you refuel, your vehicle can be operated on non-California fuels. However, even though your engine will perform adequately on other gasolines, the performance of the emission control devices and systems may be adversely affected. Repair of damage caused by a fuel that your vehicle was not designed for may not be covered by your warranty.

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MINIMUM OCTANE RATING

(R+M)/2 Method

87

Octane recommendations Your vehicle is designed to use regular gasoline with an (R+M)/2
octane rating of 87. We do not recommend gasolines labeled as “regular” in high altitude areas that are sold with octane ratings of 86
or even less. Do not be concerned if your vehicle sometimes knocks lightly. However, if it knocks heavily under most driving conditions on the recommended octane, see your dealer or a qualified service technician to prevent any engine damage.

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Fuel quality If you are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation problems try a different brand of fuel. If the condition persists, see your dealer or qualified service technician. The American Automobile Manufacturers Association (AAMA) issued a gasoline specification to provide information on high quality fuels that optimize the performance of your vehicle. We recommend the use of gasolines that meet the AAMA specification if they are available. It should not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to your fuel tank if you continue to use a high-quality fuel.

Cleaner air Ford approves the use of gasolines to improve air quality, including reformulated gasolines that contain oxygenates such as a maximum of 10% ethanol or 15% MTBE. There should be no more than 5% methanol with cosolvents and additives to protect the fuel system.

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Calculating fuel economy To accurately calculate your vehicle’s fuel economy: 1. Fill the tank completely and record the initial odometer reading. 2. Each time you fill the tank, record the amount of fuel added (in litres or gallons). 3. After at least three to five fill- ups, fill the fuel tank and record the current mileage reading. 4. Use one of the following equations to calculate fuel economy. Litres used x 100 / Total kilometres traveled Total miles traveled / Total gallons used Keep a record for at least one month. This will provide an accurate estimate of the vehicle’s fuel economy.

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WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT THE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM For more information about your vehicle’s emission control system, refer to the Vehicle Emission Control Information Decal located on the inside, left of the engine compartment. The catalytic converter enables the vehicle’s emission control system to operate properly. Follow these guidelines to ensure proper emission system operation: • Use unleaded fuel only. • Avoid running out of fuel.

• Do not turn off the ignition while

your vehicle is in motion.

• Have maintenance performed

according to intervals in the “Service Guide”.

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 other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire.

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UNLEADED FUEL ONLY

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If you notice one or more of the following, the emission system may not be functioning properly; have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible: • Fluid leaks. • The charging system, engine oil pressure or low coolant warning lights illuminate in the instrument cluster and remain lit.

• Strange odors. • Engine runs for more than five seconds after shut off or engine misfires, surges, stalls or backfires.

• Loss of oil pressure.

Alternative design

BRAKE

BRAKE

Alternative design

TRACTION CONTROL

O/D OFF

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Important emission control imformation By law, anyone who manufactures, repairs, services, leases, trades vehicles or supervises a fleet of vehicles is not permitted to intentionally remove an emission control device or prevent it from working. Do not make any unauthorized changes to the vehicle or engine. Changes that cause more unburned fuel to reach the exhaust system can increase the temperature of the engine or exhaust system. When your vehicle is serviced, never use a metal exhaust collector. The use of a metal collector may melt or deform plastic parts.

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.

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Maintenance and care

Preparing your vehicle for inspection/maintenance (I/M) testing In some localities it may be a legal requirement to pass an I/M test of the on-board diagnostic(OBD) II system. If your vehicle’s powertrain system or battery has just been serviced, the OBD II system is reset to a condition unready for I/M testing. To ready the OBD II system for I/M testing, the law specifies that additional city and highway driving is necessary to complete the check of the OBD II system. The driving mode required to reach the ready condition consists of a minimum of 30 minutes of city and highway driving: • At least 20 minutes driving in

stop and go city-type traffic with at least four idle periods.

• At least 10 minutes of driving on

an expressway or highway. Before completing the above driving modes, the engine must be warmed up and at operating temperature. Once started, the vehicle must not be turned off during these modes.

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Maintenance and care

BULB REPLACEMENT Removing the headlamps assembly

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. The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the headlamps are operated.

The bulbs for the low beam, high beam, turn signals and side lamps are housed in the lamp assembly. To replace a bulb, the complete lamp assembly has to be removed as follows: 1. Switch off the lamps. 2. Open the hood. 3. Remove the lower screw (2) from the headlamp housing. 4. Remove the two upper screws (1) from the headlamp housing. 5. Gently pull the headlamp housing outward. 6. Replace the headlamp bulbs.

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Reinstalling the headlamp assembly The gasket lining must be seated properly around the lamp assembly when reinstalling. All bulb connectors must be correctly connected. Install in the reverse order.

Headlamps – low beam Disconnect the electrical connector and replace the bulb. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb and pay attention to the tab guides when replacing.

Headlamps – high beam Replacement instructions are the same as for the low beam headlamp.

Headlamp alignment Check the headlamp alignment after each replacement of a bulb. Refer to Aiming the headlamps.

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Front turn signal/side lamps Pull the socket out. Pull the bulb out and replace it.

Foglamps (if equipped) 1. Detach the cover (access at bottom of front bumper). 2. Turn the bulb counterclockwise and pull it out of the light assembly. 3. Remove the electrical connector. 4. Fit the new bulb in reverse order (do not touch the glass part of the bulb).

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Brake/turn signal/tail lamps 1. Disconnect the electrical conector. 2. Turn the socket counterclockwise and pull it out. 3. Turn the bulb counterclockwise and pull it out. 4. To install, fit the new bulb in reverse order.

Backup lamps The backup lamps are located in the trunk lid. Replacement instructions are the same as for the brake/turn signal/tail lamps.

License plate lamp Unscrew the bulb holder with a screwdriver. Remove the bulb from the clip holder. Replace with the new bulb in reverse sequence.

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High-mounted brake lamp Enter the rear seat compartment. Unscrew both screws and remove the complete lamp assembly. Bend the housing outwards to unclip the lamp module. Press the reflector fitting from the four locking points and pull it off. Pull out the wedge base bulb and replace. To install, fit the new bulb in reverse sequence. On vehicles equipped with a rear spoiler, the high-mounted brake lamp is included in the spoiler.

Luggage compartment lamp Pry out the light assembly from the holder with a flat screwdriver. Turn the spherical bulb under slight pressure counterclockwise and remove.

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Interior lamps Switch off the interior lamps (middle switch position). Pry out the lamp assembly with a flat screwdriver, release the reflector at the side and replace the festoon bulb. To install, fit the new bulb in reverse sequence.

Reading lamps (if equipped) Open the lamp assembly. The bulbs can be replaced after the contact plate has been hinged back.

Bulb specifications

Function

Front /turn lamp

Headlamp (high)

Headlamp (low)

Foglamp

Rear tail/turn/brake lamp

Backup lamp

High-mounted brake lamp

License plate lamp

Trade number

3457 NA

9005

9006

893

1157

1156

2723

C5W

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Maintenance and care

AIMING THE HEADLAMPS The alignment of your headlamps should be checked if: • Oncoming motorists frequently

signal you to deactivate your high beams, and your high beams are not activated.

• The headlamps do not seem to provide enough light for clear night vision.

• The headlamp beams are pointed substantially away from a slightly down and to the right position.

Aiming the headlamps Your vehicle is equipped with a Vehicle Headlamp Aim Device (VHAD) on each headlamp body. Each headlamp may be properly aimed in the horizontal direction (left/right) and the vertical position (up/down). A non-zero bubble reading does not necessarily indicate out-of-aim headlamps. If your vehicle is not positioned on a level surface, the slope will be included in the level indicator. Therefore, vertical headlamp adjustment should be performed only when beam direction appears to be incorrect and a level surface can be verified.

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The horizontal aim must be adjusted first. You will need one 7
mm box wrench, open end wrench or T-15 Torx drive. The following procedures assumes that the vehicle’s front structure is properly aligned. If the vehicle has been in an accident requiring the front end of the vehicle to be repaired, the horizontal indicator should be recalibrated by your dealer or a qualified service technician.

Adjusting the horizontal aim 1. Make sure the vehicle is on a level surface. 2.With the hood open, locate the horizontal indicator and adjusting screw. 3. Turn the horizontal adjusting screw until the reference mark on the reflector extension aligns with the “0” reference mark on the horizontal indicator when viewed directly from above. 4. When the horizontal aim has been adjusted, close the headlamp access panel.

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Adjusting the vertical aim The numbers shown on the vial indicate beam direction in degrees up or down. 1. Do not adjust the vertical aim until after adjusting the horizontal aim. 2. With the hood open, locate the bubble level vertical aim indicator. It is visible when viewed from the above rear of the headlamp. 3. Turn the vertical adjusting screw until the reference mark on the reflector extension aligns with the “0” reference mark on the vertical indicator when viewed from directly above. 4. Close the hood.

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VEHICLE CARE Washing your vehicle

Only use car washing areas that have environmentally

friendly drainage systems.

Wash your vehicle regularly with cold or lukewarm water. Never use strong detergents or soap. If your vehicle is particularly dirty, use a quality car wash detergent. Always use a clean sponge, washing glove or similar device and plenty of water for best results. To avoid spots, avoid washing when the hood is still warm, immediately after or during exposure to strong sunlight.

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During winter months, it is especially important to wash the vehicle on a regular basis. Large quantities of dirt and road salt are difficult to remove, and they also cause damage to the vehicle. Remove or lower any exterior accessories, such as antennas, before entering a car wash. Remove particles such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect remains, tar spots, road salt and industrial fallout immediately. After washing, apply the brakes several times to dry them.

Waxing your vehicle The best way to determine when the paintwork needs waxing is by noting when water stops beading on the surface. This could be every three or four months depending on operating conditions. Use only carnauba or synthetic- based waxes. Remove any bugs and tar before waxing the vehicle. Use cleaning fluid or alcohol with a clean cloth to remove bugs. Use tar remover to remove any tar spots.

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Repairing paint chips Minor scratches or paint damage from road debris may be repaired with touch-up paint, paint repair foil or aerosol spray from the Ford accessories line. Observe the application instructions on the products.

Cleaning the wheels Wash the wheels with the same detergent you use to clean the body of your vehicle. Do not use acid-based wheel cleaners, steel wool, fuel or strong detergents. Never use abrasives that will damage the finish of special wheel surfaces. Use a tar remover to remove grease and tar.

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Cleaning the engine Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirt buildup act as insulators and keep the engine warmer than normal. Follow these guidelines to clean your engine: • Take care when using a power

washer to clean the engine. The high pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage.

• Do not spray with cold water, to avoid cracking the engine block. • Cover the alternator to prevent

water damage when cleaning the engine.

• Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in the running engine may cause internal damage.

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Cleaning plastic exterior parts Use a vinyl cleaner for routine cleaning of plastic. Clean with a tar remover if necessary. Do not clean plastic parts with thinners, solvents or petroleum-based cleaners.

Cleaning the exterior lamps Wash the exterior lamps with the same detergent you use to wash the exterior of your vehicle. Use glass cleaner or tar remover if necessary. To avoid scratching the lamps, do not use a dry paper towel, chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners to clean the lamps.

Cleaning the wiper blades If the wiper blades do not wipe properly, clean both the windshield and wiper blades using undiluted windshield wiper solution or a mild detergent. Rinse thoroughly with clean water. To avoid damaging the blades, do not use fuel, kerosene, paint thinner or other solvents.

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N O RMAL

x 1000

55

50

60

40

40
30
20
10

60 70 80

100

120

80

140

0 0 0 12 3

20

0 0 0 0

MPH

160

90
100
110
120

180

200

130

BRAKE

1/2

UNLEADED FUEL ONLY

TRACTION CONTROL

O/D OFF

CHECK ENGINE

H M

I 0 2 0

MIRRO R S

LO

OFF

PANEL A/C MAX A/C

HI

PNL/FLR

FLOOR FLR DEF DEF

POWER

AUDIO

AM/FM

VOLUME

SCAN

ANS

EJECT

SEEK

SIDE

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Cleaning the instrument panel Clean the instrument panel with a damp cloth, then dry with a dry cloth. Any cleaner or polish that increases the gloss of the upper portion of the instrument panel should be avoided. The dull finish in this area is to help protect the driver from undesirable windshield reflection.

Cleaning the interior fabric Remove dust and loose dirt with a whisk broom or a vacuum cleaner. Remove fresh spots immediately. Follow the directions that come with the cleaner.

Cleaning leather seats (if equipped) For routine cleaning, wipe the surface with a soft, damp cloth. For more thorough cleaning, wipe the surface with a leather and vinyl cleaner or a mild soap.

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Cleaning and maintaining the safety belts Clean the safety belts with a mild soap solution recommended for cleaning upholstery or carpets and warm water. Do not bleach or dye the belts, because these actions may weaken the belt webbing. Check the safety belt system periodically to make sure there are no nicks, wear or cuts.

Ford recommends that all safety belt assemblies and

attaching hardware should be inspected by a qualified technician after any collision. Safety belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted.

Cleaning and caring for your vehicle Refer to the “Customer Assistance Guide” for a list of Ford-approved cleaners, polishes and waxes.

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Capacities and specifications

Motorcraft parts

Component

2.0 litre engine

2.5 litre engine

Part number

Spark plug*

Air filter

Passenger compartment air filter

Fuel filter

Oil filter

Battery

PCV valve

Crankcase ventilation filter

AZFS-22F # 1+2** AZFS-22FE# 3+4

FA-1612

FP4

FG-800A

FL-2005

BXT-40R

EV-224

FA-1621

AWSF-32F

FA-1613

FP4

FG-800A

FL-820

BXT-40R

EV-152

—

* Refer to Vehicle Emission Control Information (VECI) decal for spark plug and gap specifications. ** If a spark plug is removed for examination, it must be reinstalled in the same cylinder.

If a spark plug needs to be replaced, use only spark plugs with the service part number suffix letter “FE” as shown on the engine decal.

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Capacities

Engine oil - with filter - without

Manual transaxle

Automatic transaxle with oil cooler

Power steering

Cooling system with heating

Windshield washer fluid

Fuel tank

Braking system

* Total capacity ** with automatic transaxle

2.0 litre engine

2.5 litre engine

4.25 l (4.5 qts) 3.75 l (4.0 qts)

5.5 l (5.8 qts) 5.0 l (5.3 qts)

2.6 l (2.7 qts)

8.5 l (9.0 qts.)

9.6 l (10.2 qts)

Fill to MAX mark

6.6 l (7.0 qts)* 7.1 l (7.5 qts)**

9.5 l (10.0 qts)* 9.7 l (10.2 qts)**

Fill to top of reservoir

61.5 l (16.2 gallons)

Fill to MAX mark

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Lubricant Specifications

Item

Brake fluid

Ford part name or equivalent

Ford

part number

Ford

specification

High performance DOT 3 brake fluid

C6AZ-19542-AB

ESA-M6C25-A

Engine coolant

Premium engine

E2FZ-19549-AA

coolant

CXC-8-B*

WSE-97B44-A

Motorcraft motor oil 5W-30 super

premium

MERCON® power steering

fluid

Motorcraft

MERCON® ATF

XO-5W30-QSP

American Petroleum Institute Certification

Mark and

WSS-M2C153-G

E6AZ-19582-AA

MERCON®

XT-2-QDX

MERCON®

Ultra-clear

C9AZ-19550-AA

windshield washer

concentrate

or

ESR-M17P5-A

C9AZ-19550-BA

Engine oil

Power steering fluid

Transaxle fluid automatic/ 5-speed manual

Windshield washer fluid

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Engine data

Engine

Capacity

Power output

Max. torque

Fuel required

Continuous engine speed

Max. intermittent engine speed

Idle speed (manual transaxle)

Mixture preparation

Firing order

Spark plug gap

Ignition system

2.0 litre Engine

1988

96 (125)

5500

176 (130)

4000

cm3
kW (HP) at rpm Nm (lb-ft) at rpm

2.5 litre Engine

2544

125 (170)

6250

220 (162)

4250

rpm

rpm

rpm

mm

87 Octane

6150

6375

6700

6925

800±50
(880±50)

725±50
(725±50)

Injection system

1-3-4-2

1-4-2-5-3-6

1.3

Electronically controlled

Valve clearances

Inlet Exhaust

0.14 mm 0.30 mm

0.11-0.18* 0.27-0.34*

Hydraulic valve

adjusters

* Mechanical valve adjuster

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Capacities and specifications

Dimensions

A = Maximum length

B = Overall width (without mirrors)

mm (inches)

4556 (179.4)

1751 (68.9)

C = Overall height (curb weight)

1380 - 1427 (54.3 - 56.2)

2704 (106.5)

Front

Rear

1499 - 1518* (59.0 - 59.8)

1483 - 1502* (58.4 - 59.1)

D = Wheelbase

E = Track

* Dependent on tire size

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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The vehicle identification number (VIN) is attached to a metal tag and is located on the front driver’s side of the instrument panel. The VIN tag may be seen by looking through the windshield from the outside of the vehicle.

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Reporting safety defects

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY) If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a crash, or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to Ford Motor Company. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. 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 (202-366-0123 in the Washington D.C. area) or write to NHTSA

U.S.Department of Transportation

400 Seventh Street

Washington D.C. 20590

You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the hotline.

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Page

Index

Page

Accessory position on the ignition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Additives, engine oil . . . . . . . . .135
Air bag supplemental restraint system

and child safety seats . . . . . . . .59
description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
indicator light . . . . . . . . . . .10, 62
operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
wearing safety belts . . . . . . . . .58

Air conditioning (see Climate control system) Alarm, activating panic . . . . . . . .42
Antenna, radio (see Audio sytem) . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) . .87
Anti-theft system (see Passive Anti-Theft System) . . . . . . . . . . .44
Antifreeze (see Engine coolant) Audio system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Automatic transaxle

driving with . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92
fluid, adding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144
fluid, checking . . . . . . . . . . . . .145
fluid, refill capacities . . . . . . . .187
fluid, specification . . . . . . . . . .188

Brake fluid

checking and adding . . . . . . . .138
specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . .188
Brake-shift interlock . . . . . . . . . .91
Brakelamps (see Bulb replacement) Brakes

anti-lock brake system (ABS) .87
brake warning light . . . . . . . . . .11
fluid, checking and adding . . .138
fluid, refill capacities . . . . . . . .187
fluid, specification . . . . . . . . . .188
parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89

Built-in child seat

folding up the seat . . . . . . . . . .73
inspection after a collision . . . .73
interlock safety feature . . . . . . .69
operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
retractors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
Break-in period . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Bulbs, replacing

foglamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .172
headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .171
high-mounted brake lamp . . . .174
license plate lamp . . . . . . . . . .173
rear lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .173
specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . .175

Backing up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92, 98
Battery

charging system warning light . .7
jumping a disabled battery . . .124
proper disposal, recycling . . . .148
replacement, specifications . .186
servicing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .146

Cabin air filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . .150
Capacities for refilling fluids . . .187
Carbon monoxyde in exhaust . .166
Catalytic converter . . . . . . . . . .168
Chains, tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .158
Changing a tire . . . . . . . . . . . . .119
Charging system warning light . . .7

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Child safety restraints

built-in child seat . . . . . . . . . . .68
child safety seats . . . . . . . . . . . .74
children and safety belts . . .64, 66

Child safety seats

and air bags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
attaching with tether straps . . .77
automatic locking mode . . . . . .52
Childproof safety locks . . . . . . . .38
Chimes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Circuit breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . .112
Cleaning your vehicle

engine compartment . . . . . . . .182
exterior lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . .183
fabric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .184
instrument panel . . . . . . . . . . .184
plastic exterior parts . . . . . . . .183
safety belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .185
wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .181
wiper blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . .183

Climate control system

air conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
controlling airflow . . . . . . . . . . .23
defrosting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Clutch

operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96
recommended shift speeds . . . .97
Cold engine starting . . . . . . . . . .85
Controls

instrument panel . . . . . . . . . . . .17
mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
power seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
steering column . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

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Daytime running lights . . . . . . . .18
Defects, reporting . . . . . . . . . . .192
Defrost

rear window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Dipstick, engine oil . . . . . . . . . .133
Door mounted controls . . . . . . . .37
Driving under special conditions

heavy load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102
towing a trailer . . . . . . . . . . . .103

Electrical system

fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112

Emergencies, roadside

fuel pump shut-off switch . . . .110
jump starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124
towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127

Emergency brake (see Parking brake) Emission control system . . . . . .166
Engine

check engine warning light . . . . .9
fuel pump shut-off switch . . . .110
lubricant specifications . . . . . .188
preparing to start . . . . . . . . . . .82
refill capacities . . . . . . . . . . . .187
starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85
Engine block heater . . . . . . . . . .86
Engine coolant

checking and adding . . . . . . . .139
disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .141
low coolant warning light . . . . . .8
refilll capacities . . . . . . . . . . . .187
specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . .188
Engine fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129

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Engine oil

Page

Fuses

Index

Page

changing oil and filter . . . . . . .136
checking and adding . . . . . . . .135
dipstick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .133
disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137
engine oil pressure warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
filter specifications . . . . . . . . .186
refill capacities . . . . . . . . . . . .187
specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . .188
Exhaust fumes . . . . . . . . . . .81, 166

Fan (see Engine fan) Flasher, hazard . . . . . . . . . .29, 110
Flashing the lights . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Floor mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Fluid refill capacities . . . . . . . . .187
Foglamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18, 172
Fuel

calculating fuel economy . . . .165
capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .187
choosing the right fuel . . . . . .162
consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109
fuel gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
low fuel warning light . . . . . . . . .9
octane rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . .163
quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .164
running out of fuel . . . . . . . . .166
safety information relating to automotive fuels . . . . . . . . .160
Fuel pump shut-off switch . . . .110
Fuse panels

engine compartment . . . . . . . .113
instrument panel . . . . . . . . . . .115

charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114, 117
checking and replacing . . . . . .112

Gas mileage (see Fuel economy) Gauges

engine coolant temperature . . .15
fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
trip odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) . . .100
Gearshift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90, 96
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) .100

Hazard flashers . . . . . . . . . .29, 110
Head restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Headlamps

aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .176
bulb specifications . . . . . . . . .175
daytime running light . . . . . . . .18
flashing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
high beam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
replacing bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . .171
turning on and off . . . . . . . . . . .17
warning chime . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

High beams

indicator light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

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Lamps

bulb replacement specification chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .175
daytime running light system . .18
flashing the lamps . . . . . . . . . . .30
foglamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18, 172
hazard flashers . . . . . . . . .29, 110
headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
high beams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
high-mounted brake lamp . . . .174
instrument panel, dimming . . .19
interior lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
reading lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
replacing bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . .170
rear lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .173

Lights, warning and indicator

air bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) . . . . . . .11
brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
charging system . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
check engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
engine oil pressure . . . . . . . . . .11
high beam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
low coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
low fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
overdrive off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
safety belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
testing the warning lights . . . . .12
turn signal indicator . . . . . . . . . .6
Load limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100
Lubricant specifications . . . . . .188
Luggage compartment . . . . . . . .39

High-mount brakelamp . . . . . . .174
Hood

latch location . . . . . . . . . . . . . .132
release lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . .132
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Identification Number, Vehicle (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .191
Idle, relearning . . . . . . . . . . . . .149
Idle, speed . . . . . . . . . . . . .149, 189
Ignition

chime . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
positions on the ignition . . . . . .27
Instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Instrument panel

cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .184
lighting up the panel . . . . . . . . .19

Integrated child seat (see Built-in child seat) Intermittent wipers . . . . . . . . . . .31
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Jack

positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122
storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121

Jump starting your vehicle

attaching cables . . . . . . . . . . . .125
disconnecting cables . . . . . . . .126

Keys

key in ignition warning chime .13
positions of the ignition . . . . . .27

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Maintenance (see Servicing) Manual transaxle

backing up (reverse) . . . . . . . . .98
clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96
fluid, capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . .187
fluid, checking and adding . . .138
shift speeds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97

Mileage, calculating fuel economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .165
Mirrors

side view mirrors (power) . . . .20
Motorcraft parts . . . . . . . . . . . .186

Power distribution box (see Fuses) Power door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Power features

mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Power steering

fluid, checking and adding . . .143
fluid, refill capacity . . . . . . . . .187
fluid, specification . . . . . . . . . .188

Radio (see Audio system) . . . . . .21
Rear window defroster . . . . . . . .19
Refill capacities for fluids . . . . .187
Relays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112
Remote control

luggage compartment . . . . . . . .39

Remote entry system

locking/unlocking doors . . . . . .41
opening the trunk . . . . . . . . . . .42
panic alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
replacing the batteries . . . . . . .42
replacement/additional transmitters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Repairing paint chips . . . . . . . .181
Reporting safety defects . . . . . .192
Restraints, safety . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Rotating the tires . . . . . . . . . . . .155

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . .192

Octane rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .163
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Oil (see Engine oil) Oil filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136, 187
On-board diagnostic (OBD II) system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .169
Overdrive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9, 93
Overhead controls . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Panel dimmer control . . . . . . . . .19
Panic alarm, remote entry sytem 42
Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) . . .186
Passenger compartment air filter (see Cabin air filter) . .150
Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

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Safety belts (see Safety restraints) Safety chains, when towing a trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107
Safety Compliance Certification Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105
Safety defects, reporting . . . . . .192
Safety restraints

adjusting the safety belts . .50, 54
automatic locking mode (retractors) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
cleaning the safety belts . . . . .185
extention assembly . . . . . . . . . .56
for children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
head restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
lap and shoulder belts . . . . . . . .51
maintenance . . . . . . . . . . .57, 185
vehicle sensitive locking mode .52
warning light and chime . . . .7, 12

Safety seats for children

and air bags . . . . . . . . . . . . .59, 75
attaching with tether straps . . .77
automatic locking mode (retractors) . . . . . . . . . . . . .53, 74
built-in child seat . . . . . . . . . . .68
in front seat . . . . . . . . . . . . .59, 75
tether anchorage hardware . . .78

Seats

Spare tire

changing the tire . . . . . . . . . . .119
removing the spare tire . . . . . .121
temporary spare tire . . . . . . . .120
Spark plugs, certifications . . . .186
Specification charts, lubricants 188
Speed control

disengaging speed control . . . .35
return to a set speed . . . . . . . . .35
set a speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
set a higher speed . . . . . . . . . . .34
set a lower speed . . . . . . . . . . . .34
turn speed control off . . . . . . . .32
turn speed control on . . . . . . . .32
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Starting your vehicle

preparing to start the vehicle . .82
starting the engine . . . . . . . . . .85
Steering column controls . . . . . .27
Steering wheel

horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
speed control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
tilting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Supplemental restraint system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13, 58

adjusting the seats, manual . . .47
adjusting the seats, power . . . .48
folding rear seats . . . . . . . . . . . .49
head restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Servicing your vehicle . . . . . . . .128
Shift-lock system . . . . . . . . . . . . .91
Shift positions (see Gearshift) Snow tires and chains . . . . . . . .158

Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Tail lamps (see Rear lamps) Temperature control (see Climate control) Testing the warning lights . . . . . .12
Tether anchor installation (see Child safety restraints) Tilt steering wheel . . . . . . . . . . . .28

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Tires

changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122
checking tire pressure . . . . . .155
cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .181
inspection and maintenance . .155
replacing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123
rotating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .155
snow tires and chains . . . . . . .158
spare tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120
tire grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .152
treadwear . . . . . . . . . . . . .153, 156
wearbands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .156
Towing your vehicle . . . . . . . . .127
Trailer towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103
Transaxle

automatic, operation . . . . . . . . .90
fluid, checking and adding (automatic) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144
fluid, refill capacities . . . . . . . .187
lubricant specifications . . . . . .188
manual, operation . . . . . . . . . . .93

Transmitter (see Remote entry) Trip odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Trunk (see Luggage compartment) remote release lever . . . . . . . . .39
using the remote entry system .42

Turn signal

indicator lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Used engine oil, disposal . . . . . .137

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Index

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Variable interval wipers . . . . . . . .31
Vehicle care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .179
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .191
Vehicle Emission Control Information(VECI) . . . . . . . . . .166
Vehicle loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99
Ventilating your vehicle . . . . . . .80
Viscosity (see Engne oil)

Warning chimes

headlamps on . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
key in ignition . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
safety belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Warning lights (see Lights) Washer fluid reservoir . . . . . . . .133
Weight limits (GAWR, GVWR) . .90
Wheels

cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .181
inspection and maintenance . .155

Windows

one-touch down . . . . . . . . . . . .37
power windows, operating . . . .37
rear, defrosting . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Windshield washer fluid and wipers checking and adding fluid . . . .138
checking and replacing wiper blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . .150
operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
fluid, specification . . . . . . . . . .188
variable interval wipers . . . . . . .31
Wrecker towing . . . . . . . . . . . . .127

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Filling station information

Fuel

Fuel tank capacity

Engine oil

Tire size and pressure

Hood release location

UNLEADED FUEL ONLY Octane 87

61.5 litres (16.3 gallons)

Use Motorcraft 5W-30 Formula E Fuel Economy Motor Oil, Ford specification WSS-M2C153-G.

Refer to Safety Compliance Certification label on driver’s door pillar

Pull handle under the left side of the instrument panel

Fuel filler location

Left rear of vehicle