1998 Ford Escort Owners Manual

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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and a catalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to comply with applicable exhaust emission standards. To make sure that the catalytic converter and other emission control components continue to work properly: • Use only unleaded fuel. • Avoid running out of fuel. • Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving, especially at high speeds.

• Have the services listed in your

“Service Guide” performed according to the specified schedule.

The Scheduled Maintenance Services listed in the “Service Guide” are required because they are considered essential to the life and performance of your vehicle and to its emissions system. 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.

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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.

Watch for fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke, loss of oil pressure, the charging system warning light, the “Service Engine Soon” light or the temperature warning light. These events could indicate that the emission control system is not working properly.

If you smell exhaust fumes of any kind inside your

vehicle, have the dealer inspect and fix your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes. These fumes are harmful and could kill you.

Do not make any unauthorized changes to your vehicle or engine. By law, vehicle owners and anyone who manufactures, repairs, services, sells, leases, trades vehicles, or supervises a fleet of vehicles are not permitted to intentionally remove an emission control device or prevent it from working. Information about your vehicle’s emission system is on the Vehicle Emission Control Information Decal located on or near the engine. This decal identifies engine displacement and gives some tune up specifications.

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Please consult your “Warranty Guide” for complete emission warranty information.

Readiness 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 “check engine/service engine soon” light is on, reference the applicable light description in the Warning Lights and Chimes section of your owners guide. Your vehicle may not pass the I/M test with the “check engine/service engine soon” light on. If the vehicle’s powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced, the OBD-II system is reset to a “not ready for I/M test” condition. To ready the OBD-II system for I/M testing, a minimum of 30 minutes of city and highway driving is necessary as described below: • First, at least 10 minutes of driving on an expressway or highway.

• Next, at least 20 minutes driving in stop and go, city type traffic with at least four idle periods.

Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting the engine. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle. The engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature.

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Once started, do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete.

EXTERIOR BULBS It is a good idea to check the operation of the following lights frequently: • Headlamps • Turn signals • Foglamps (if equipped) Coupe

Sedan/wagon

• High-mount brake lamp • Tail lamps • Brake lamps • Backup lamps • License plate lamp

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Sedan

Wagon

Coupe

• Hazard flashers • Interior overhead lamps Do not remove lamp bulbs unless they will be replaced immediately. If a bulb is removed for an extended period of time, contaminants may enter the lamp housings and affect performance.

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Handle a halogen 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 that the headlamps are operated.

Replacing headlamp bulbs 1. Make sure that the headlamps are turned OFF. Coupe

Sedan/wagon

2. Open the hood and find the headlamp wiring socket and disconnect from the in-line connector. This will make it easier to change the bulb.

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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 it straight out. 5. Remove the bulb retaining ring by rotating it counterclockwise (when viewed from the rear).

6. Remove the old bulb from its socket by pulling it straight back out of the socket. Do not turn the bulb while removing it.

7. Replace the bulb by pushing a new one straight in with the bulb’s plastic base facing upward. You may need to turn the bulb slightly to align the grooves in the plastic base with the tabs in the bulb socket. 8. Slip the bulb retaining ring over the plastic base and lock the ring by rotating it clockwise until it snaps into place. 9. Reconnect the electrical connector to the bulb.

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10. Replace the protective dust shield and lock the shield by rotating it clockwise until it locks into position. 11. Reconnect the headlamp wiring socket to the in-line connector.

Foglamps (if equipped) To change the foglamp bulbs:

1. Disconnect the electrical connector from the back of the foglamp assembly. 2. Twist, then pull the bulb from the foglamp assembly. 3. Install the new bulb. 4. Connect the electrical connector to the back of the foglamp assembly.

High-mount brake lamp The brake lamp is mounted with two fastener clips and an assembly cover on the package tray.

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Coupe

Sedan

Wagon

1. Remove the push pins and cover from the package tray. 2. Detach the socket from the housing and remove the bulb. 3. Replace the bulb and ease the socket back into the housing.

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4. Replace the housing cover and secure with the push pins.

Tail lamps/Backup lamps The tail lamp assemblies and the backup bulb assemblies are located in the same portion of the vehicle rear, one just below the other. Follow the same steps to replace either bulb. Coupe

Sedan

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Wagon

1. Open trunk to expose the tail lamp assembly. Remove the two screws from the front of the lamp. 2. The tail lamp has hidden fasteners which can be disengaged by hitting the lamp, with the side of your hand, toward the side of the vehicle. 3. Remove the socket that contains the burned-out bulb by rotating it counterclockwise, then pulling it out of the lamp assembly. 4. Pull the burned-out bulb from the socket and install the new bulb. 5. Push the socket into the lamp, then secure it by rotating it clockwise. 6. Position the tail lamp on the vehicle and gently tap the lens to engage the clips. Install the screws.

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License plate lamps To change the license plate bulbs: 1. Carefully remove screws and pull the license plate lamp assembly from the rear bumper. 2. Carefully pull the lamp lens from the assembly. 3. Remove the bulb to be replaced and install a new bulb. 4. Replace the lamp lens, assembly and screws.

INTERIOR BULBS

Dome lamp 1. Remove the lamp lens by applying pressure to both tabs at the top of the lamp and pulling lens downward. 2. Pull out the burned-out bulb and install a new one. 3. Install the lamp lens by applying pressure to both sides of the lamp lens and popping the lamp lens up on the assembly.

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OFF DOOR ON

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Trade Number 3457 NAK 881
9007
168
921
3156K 3157K 12V/10W 37
194

DN

UP

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Using the right bulbs

Function Front park/turn lamps Foglamps (if equipped) Headlamps-aero high and low beam Rear license plate lamps High-mount brake lamp Backup lamps Brake lamps Interior overhead lamp Warning lights Instrument panel gauge

Map lamps For bulb replacement, see a qualified service technician or your dealer.

AIMING THE HEADLAMPS Your vehicle is equipped with a Vehicle Headlamp Aim Device (VHAD) on each headlamp. Each headlamp may be properly aimed in the vertical (up/down) and the horizontal (left/right) directions using your VHAD system. The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant, and vertical and horizontal indicators of the VHAD system are calibrated. A bubble (vertical indicator) that is not centered between the two red lines does not necessarily indicate out-of-aim headlamps. If your vehicle is not positioned on a level surface, the slope will be

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included in the vertical indication. Therefore, vertical and horizontal headlamp adjustment should be performed only when the beam direction appears to be incorrect. You will need one 4 mm wrench or socket with ratchet to make the adjustments. The following procedure assumes that the factory set horizontal indicator reference has not changed and the vehicle’s front structure is in its factory alignment condition. 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 the servicing facility according to instructions in the vehicle’s Service Manual.

Horizontal aim adjustment 1. With the hood open, locate the horizontal indicator and adjusting screw. They are located below the viewing window at the rear of the headlamp assembly.

2. The “L” and “R” under the viewing window on the top of the

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headlamp refer to the directional change (left or right) of the horizontal aim. 3. Use a 4 mm wrench or socket to turn the horizontal adjusting screw until the forward edge of the knurled portion of the screw is aligned with the “0” reference mark (as shown) on the plastic slider when viewed directly from above.

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

3. The “UP” and “DN” on the bubble indicate the directional change (up or down) of the vertical aim. 4. Use a 4 mm wrench or socket to turn the vertical adjusting screw clockwise or counterclockwise until the bubble is centered.

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DN

UP

DN

UP

Repeat the above process to the other headlamp, if necessary.

CLEANING AND CARING FOR YOUR VEHICLE Refer to the “Customer Assistance Guide” for a list of Ford-approved cleaners, polishes and waxes.

Washing your vehicle 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. 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 also cause damage to the vehicle. Remove any exterior accessories, such as antennas, before entering a car wash. After washing, apply the brakes several times to dry them.

Waxing your vehicle Wax when water stops beading on the surface. This could be every three or four months, depending on operating conditions.

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Use only carnauba or synthetic-based waxes. Remove any bugs and tar before waxing vehicle. Use cleaning fluid or alcohol with a clean cloth to remove. Use tar remover to remove any tar spots.

Repairing paint chips Minor scratches or paint damage from road debris may be repaired with touch-up, paint repair foil or aerosol paint spray from the Ford accessory line. Observe the application instructions on the products. Remove particles such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect remains, tar spots, road salt and industrial fallout immediately.

Cleaning the wheels Wash with the same detergent as 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.

Cleaning the engine Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirt buildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing: • Take care when using a power washer to clean the engine. The

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high pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage. • Do not spray with cold water to avoid cracking the engine block or other engine components.

• Cover the highlighted areas 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.

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

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Cleaning the exterior lamps Wash with the same detergent as 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.

Cleaning the wiper blades If the wiper blades do not wipe properly, clean the windshield and wiper blades with 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.

Cleaning the instrument panel Clean with a damp cloth, then dry with a dry cloth. Avoid cleaner or polish that increases the gloss of the upper portion of the instrument panel. The dull finish in this area helps 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.

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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. 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. If your vehicle has been involved in an accident, refer to the Safety belt maintenance section in the Seating and safety restraints chapter.

Cleaning the built-in child seat (if equipped) Clean with mild soap and water. Do not use household cleaning products because they may weaken the safety belt webbing or damage the vinyl parts of the seat. The child seat liner is removable and may be machine-washed and air dried.

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MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS

Component

2.0L SOHC engine

2.0L DOHC Zetec engine FA-1643
FG-862
BXT-58
FL-2005
EV-224
AZFS-22FE***

FA-1643
FG-862
BX-58C FL-400-A EV-229
AGSF-34EE**

Air filter Fuel filter Battery Oil filter PCV Valve Spark plugs* * Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) decal for spark plug gap information. **Replacement double platinum spark plug 9EE9 will replace 9E9 and 9EG9 and 9P9 will replace 9P9 and 9PG9 suffixed plugs. Refer to the Engine Data chart for spark plug gap specifications. *** If a spark plug is removed for inspection, it must be reinstalled in the same cylinder. Cylinders No. 1 and 2 have a “FE” suffix. Cylinders No. 3 and 4 have a F suffix. If a spark plug needs to be replaced, use only spark plugs with the same service part number suffix letter “FE” as shown on the engine decal.

REFILL CAPACITIES

Fluid

Brake fluid

Engine coolant

Ford Part Name Ford High Performance DOT 3 Brake Fluid Ford Premium Cooling System Fluid

Application

Capacity

All

Automatic transaxles Manual transaxles

Fill to line in reservoir

6.0L (6.3 quarts) 5.0L (5.3 quarts)

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Fluid

Engine oil (includes filter change)

Fuel tank capacity Power steering fluid Transmission fluid

Windshield washer fluid

Ford Part Name Motorcraft 5W30
Super Premium Motor Oil

N/A

Motorcraft MERCONt ATF

Motorcraft MERCONt ATF

Ultra-Clear Windshield Washer Concentrate

LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS

Ford Part Name or Equivalent High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Multi-Purpose Grease

Fluid

Brake master cylinder

Door latch, hood latch, auxiliary hood latch, trunk latch

Application

Capacity

ZX2

Sedan/wagon

All

All

Automatic transaxles Manual transaxles All

4.25L (4.5 quarts) 3.8L (4.0 quarts) 48.5L (12.8 gallons) Fill to line in reservoir 3.9L (4.1 quarts) 3.35L (3.55 quarts) 2.2L (2.32 quarts)

Ford Part Number

Ford Specification

C6AZ-19542-AB ESA-M6C25-A

DOAZ-19584-AA ESR-M1C159-A

and ESA-M1C93-A

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Ford Part Name or Equivalent Penetrating lubricant Motorcraft MERCONt ATF Motorcraft MERCONt ATF Motorcraft 5W30
Super Premium Motor Oil

CV Joint Grease (High Temp.) Ford Premium Cooling System Fluid Motorcraft MERCONt ATF

Ford Part Number

Ford Specification

E8AZ-19A501-B N/A

XT-2-QDX

MERCONt

XT-2-QDX

MERCONt

XO-5W30-QSP WSS-M2C153-G

and API Certification Mark ESP-M1C207-A

E43Z-19590-A

E2FZ-19549-AA ESE-M97B44-A

XT-2-QDX

MERCONt

Fluid

Lock cylinder

Automatic transmission Manual transmission Engine oil

Constant velocity joints Engine coolant

Power steering reservoir

ENGINE DATA

Engine Cubic inches Horsepower Torque

Required fuel grade Firing order Spark plug gap

Ignition system

2.0L-2V engine 121
110 @ 5000 rpm 125 lb. ft. @ 3750 rpm 87 octane 1-3-4-2
1.3-1.4 mm (0.052-.056 inch) DIS

2.0L-4V Zetec engine 121
130 @ 5750 rpm 127 lb-ft. @ 4250 rpm

87 octane 1-3-4-2
1.22-1.32 mm (0.048-.052 inch) DIS

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Engine Compression ratio

2.0L-2V engine 9.2:1

2.0L-4V Zetec engine 9.6:1

VEHICLE DIMENSIONS

Coupe mm (in) Sedan mm (in) Wagon mm

4 451.0 (175.2)

1 712.0 (67.4)

Vehicle dimensions (1) Overall length (2) Overall width (3) Overall height (4) Wheelbase (5) Track - Front (5) Track - Rear 1 435.1 (56.5)

2 499.0 (98.4) 1 435.1 (56.5)

1 328.4 (52.3)

4 432.3 (174.5)

(in) 4 392.0 (172.9)

1 681.0 (66.2)

1 701.0 (67.0)

1 351.0 (53.2)

1 369.1 (53.9)

2 499.0 (98.4) 1 435.1 (56.5)

2 499.0 (98.4) 1 435.1 (56.5)

1 435.1 (56.5)

1 435.1 (56.5)

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• Coupe and Sedan models

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• Coupe model

• Sedan model

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• Wagon model

• Wagon model

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IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE

Safety compliance label The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Regulations require that a Safety Compliance Certification Label be affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where the Safety Compliance Certification Label may be located. The Safety Compliance Certification Label is located on the front door latch pillar on the driver’s side.

MFD. BY FORD MOTOR CO. IN U.S.A.

DATE: XXXXX FGAWR: XXXXXX/XXXXXXX

GVWR:XXXXX LB/ XXXXX KG RGAWR: XXXXXXX/XXXXXXX THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE.

VIN: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

TYPE: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

MAXIMUM LOAD=OCCUPANTS + LUGGAGE=XXXKG/XXXXLB OCCUPANTS: X TOTAL X FR X 2ND X RR OCCUPANTS LUGGAGE XX XXXKG/XXXXLB X XXXKG/XXXXLB

TIRE: XXXX/XXXXX XXX PRESSURE (FR) XXX kPa/33 PSI COLD PRESSURE (RR) XXX kPa/33 PSI COLD TRAILER TOWING - SEE OWNER GUIDE

EXT PNT: XXXXXX XXXXXX RC: XX DSO: XXXX F0000
BAR INT TR TP/PS R AXLE TR SPR T0000
X XX XXX X XX X XXXX

UTC (cid:209) FOHT-15294A10-GA

Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number is attached to a metal tag and is located on the driver side instrument panel.

AIR

BAG

XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

Engine number The engine number (the last eight numbers of the vehicle identification number) is stamped on the engine block, transmission, frame and transfer case (if so equipped).

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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 notifying 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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Index

Air bag supplemental restraint system ..........................................58
and child safety seats ..............60
description ................................59
disposal ......................................63
indicator light ...........................62
passenger air bag .....................61
Air cleaner filter .......................148
Air conditioning

manual heating and air conditioning system ............21,24

Anti-lock brake system (ABS)

description ................................88
Anti-theft system ........................44
arming the system ....................44
disarming a triggered system ..46
disarming an untriggered system .......................................45
Battery .......................................145
Brake fluid

checking and adding ..............136
Brakes ..........................................87
anti-lock .....................................87
anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light .............................88
fluid, checking and adding ....136
Break-in period .............................2
Bulbs, replacing ........................163
specifications ..........................172
Cargo cover .................................39
Changing a tire .........................113
Child safety seats ........................66
Chime

headlamps on ............................12
Cleaning your vehicle ...............175
built-in child seat ...................179
engine compartment ..............176
fabric ........................................178
instrument panel ....................178
plastic parts ............................177
safety belts ..............................179
tail lamps .................................178

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washing ....................................175
waxing .....................................175
wheels ......................................176

fluid ..........................................137

Clutch

Defrost

rear window ..............................25
Emission control system ..........160
Engine

service points ...................130,131
Engine block heater ...................84
Engine coolant

checking and adding .......138,139
disposal ....................................141
refill capacities ........................141
Engine oil ...........................132,134
changing oil and oil filter .......135
checking and adding .......132,134
Exhaust fumes ............................85
Floor mats ...................................38
Foglamps .....................................28
Fuel

calculating fuel economy .......159
improving fuel economy ........103
octane rating ...........................157
quality ......................................158
running out of fuel .................158
safety information relating to automotive fuels .....................155
Fuel gauge ...................................14
Fuel pump shut-off switch ..39,104
Fuses ..............106,107,108,110,112
Gauges, Mechanical ....................13

engine coolant temperature gauge .........................................14
Hazard flashers .........................104
Headlamps ...................................26
daytime running lights .............26
flashing ......................................27
high beam .................................27
Heating ........................................18

High beams

Hood

Ignition

indicator light ...........................10

release lever ............................128

positions of the ignition ...........26

Instrument panel

lighting up panel and interior .......................................17

Jump-starting your vehicle .................................118,120
attaching cables ......................119
disconnecting cables ..............120

key in ignition chime ...............12

Keys

Lamps

dome lamps ........................36,171
fog lamps .................................167
headlamps ...............................165
high-mount brakelamp ...........167
interior lamps ....................36,171
map lamps ..........................36,172
tail lamps .................................169
License plate lamps ..................171
Lights, warning and indicator

air bag ..........................................9
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ............10
anti-theft ...................................10
brake ..........................................10
charging system ........................11
check coolant ............................11
liftgate ajar ................................11
low fuel ........................................7
oil pressure ...............................11
safety belt ...................................9
service engine soon .................7,8
turn signal indicator .................10
Lubricant specifications ...........181
Luggage rack .............................103
Mirrors

side view mirrors (power) .......17
Moon roof ....................................35

Index

Odometer .....................................15
Panic alarm feature, remote entry system ................................42
Parking brake ..............................89
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....180
Power steering

fluid, checking and adding ....142

Rear window

wiper ..........................................35
Refill capacities for fluids ........180
Relays .................................106,113
Remote entry system .................39
illuminated entry ......................44
locking/unlocking doors ......40,41
replacement/additional transmitters ...............................43
replacing the batteries .............42
Reporting safety defects ..........187
Safety restraints

automatic locking mode (retractor) ............................53,54
extension assembly ..................56
for children ...............................63
for second row bench seats ............................73,74,78,79
lap and shoulder belts .............52
maintenance ..............................57
proper use .................................51
warning light and chime .....11,57

Safety seats for children

attaching with tether straps ....70
automatic locking mode (retractor) .................................67
tether anchorage hardware ..............................70,71
Seats ............................................47
adjusting the seat, manual .......47
folding rear seats ......................50
head restraints ..........................47
Servicing your vehicle ..............123
precautions when servicing ...123

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Trip odometer .............................15
Trunk

using the remote entry system to open .........................41

Turn signal

lever ...........................................27
Vehicle dimensions ...................183
Vehicle headlamp aiming device (VHAD) .........................172
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ..........................................186
Vehicle loading ............................97
Ventilating your vehicle .............86
Warning chimes .............................6
Windows

power windows, operating .......37

Windshield washer fluid and wipers

checking and adding fluid .....137
checking and replacing wiper blades ......................................148
operation ...................................34
Wrecker towing .........................121

Index

Sliding moon roof (see Moonroof) ....................................35
Speed control ..............................28
canceling a set speed ...............32
resuming a set speed ...............33
tap up/tap down ..................30,31
turning off .................................29
Speedometer ...............................15
Starting your vehicle ........80,81,84
Tachometer

mechanical cluster ...................16
Tilt steering wheel ......................33
Tires ....................................149,152
checking the pressure ............152
replacing ..................................153
rotating ....................................152
snow tires and chains ............154
treadwear ................................150
Trailer towing ............................100
tips ....................................102,122
Transaxle .....................................90
automatic operation ..94,95,96,97
manual operation .......90,91,92,93
Transmission .............................143

fluid, checking and adding (automatic) ......................143,145

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Filling station information

Recommended fuel Fuel tank capacity Engine oil

Tire size and pressure

Hood release

Oil capacity (with filter change)

Coolant capacity

Power steering fluid capacity Automatic transmission capacity Manual transmission capacity

Unleaded fuel only - 87 octane 48.5L (12.8 gallons) Use Motorcraft 5W30 Super Premium Motor Oil, Ford Specification WSS-M2C153-G Refer to Tire Pressure Decal on passenger’s door panel Pull handle under the left side of the instrument panel Sedan/wagon-3.8L (4.0 quarts) ZX2-4.25L (4.5 quarts) Automatic transaxle-6.0L (6.3 quarts) Manual transaxle-5.0L (5.3 quarts) Fill to line on reservoir 3.9L (4.1 quarts) 3.35L (3.55 quarts)

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Before driving

Introduction

Instrumentation

Controls and features

Seating and safety restraints

Starting and driving

Starting

Driving

Roadside emergencies

Servicing

Maintenance and care

Capacities and specifications

Reporting safety defects

Index

Contents

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Elemental Chlorine Free

Introduction

ICONS Indicates a warning. Read the following section on Warnings for a full explanation.

Indicates vehicle information related to recycling and other environmental concerns will follow. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards protecting the environment.

WARNINGS Warnings provide information which may reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possible damage to others, your vehicle and its equipment.

BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE There are no particular breaking-in rules for your vehicle. During the first 1 600 km (1 000 miles) of driving, vary speeds frequently. This is necessary to give the moving parts a chance to break in. If possible, you should avoid full use of the brakes for the first 1 600 km (1 000 miles).

INFORMATION ABOUT THIS GUIDE The information found in this guide was in effect at the time of printing. Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation.

Instrumentation

Instrumentation

Foglamp control *

(pg. 28)

Instrument cluster

(pg. 6)

Headlamp/turn signal control

(pg. 26)

MIRROR

50

80

40

60

70

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mirrors (pg. 17)

Speed control

(pg. 28)

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bag

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control (pg. 34)

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Passenger side air bag

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TAPE CD

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Electronic sound system; refer to

Audio Guide

(pg. 18)

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WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES

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Low fuel Illuminates when the fuel tank has approximately eight liters (two gallons) remaining. The lamp will also illuminate when the ignition key is turned to ON and the engine is off.

Service engine soon Your vehicle is equipped with a computer that monitors the engine’s emission control system. This system is commonly known as the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD II). This OBD II system protects the environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet government emission standards. The OBD II system also assists the service technician in properly servicing your vehicle. The Service Engine Soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the ON

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position to check the bulb. If it comes on after the engine is started, one of the engine’s emission control systems may be malfunctioning. The light may illuminate without a driveability concern being noted. The vehicle will usually be drivable and will not require towing. Whatyoushoulddoifthe ServiceEngineSoonlight illuminates Light turns on solid: This means that the OBD II system has detected a malfunction. Temporary malfunctions may cause your Service Engine Soon light to illuminate. Examples are: 1. The vehicle has run out of fuel. (The engine may misfire or run poorly.) 2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel. 3. The fuel cap may not have been properly installed and securely tightened. These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank with good quality fuel and/or properly installing and securely tightening the gas cap. After three driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions present, the Service Engine Soon light should turn off. (A driving cycle consists of a cold engine startup followed by mixed city/highway driving.) No

additional vehicle service is required. If the Service Engine Soon light remains on, have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity. Light is blinking: Engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. You should drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity.

Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire.

Air bag readiness Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned ON. If the light fails to illuminate, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced immediately.

Safety belt Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned ON to remind you to fasten your safety belts. For more information, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter.

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Brake system warning Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned ON and the engine is off. Also illuminates when the parking brake is engaged. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level.

Anti-lock brake system (ABS) (If equipped) Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned on and the engine is off. If the light remains on or continues to flash, the ABS needs to be serviced.

Turn signal Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on. If one or both of the indicators stay on continuously or flash faster, check for a burned-out turn signal bulb. Refer to Exterior bulbs in the Maintenance and care chapter.

High beams Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on.

Anti-theft system (if equipped) Refer to Anti-theft system in the Controls and features chapter.

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Charging system Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned ON and the engine is off. The light also illuminates when the battery is not charging properly, requiring electrical system service.

Engine oil pressure Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range. Switch off the engine immediately. Check the oil level and add oil if needed. Refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Care chapter. This lamp also illuminates when the ignition is turned to ON and the engine is off.

Check coolant Illuminates when the coolant level in the coolant reservoir is low and more needs to be added. This lamp will also illuminate when the ignition is turned to ON and the engine is off. For more information on adding engine coolant, refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and care chapter.

Liftgate ajar (if equipped) Illuminates when the ignition is in the ON position and the liftgate is open.

Safety belt warning chime Chimes to remind you to fasten your safety belts.

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For information on the safety belt warning chime, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter.

Supplemental restraint system (SRS) warning chime For information on the SRS warning chime, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter.

Key-in-ignition warning chime Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACC position and either front 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 either front door is opened.

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