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preparing to start your vehicle . starting a cold engine . starting after a collision . starting a warm engine . starting your vehicle if the battery
is disabled . Steering, power . Steering wheel, locking. Storage compartments .
288 Index
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113
233
. 96
. 89
. 96
. 96
252
246184
179
138, 14898, 100
100
. 78
. 74
214167, 170
169
169
169
169, 171
168
237
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137
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center console . map pockets .
Storage compartments (continued)
Storing your vehicle . Sunroof (moon roof). Supplemental air bag readiness light Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) . Tachometer
mechanical cluster
Tail lamps
bulb replacement . cleaning .
Temperature control (see Climate control) . Testing the warning lights . Tether anchor installation
(see Child restraints)
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80
234
74
11
10419
225
232
49
126122
Tires
changing . checking the pressure . cleaning . inspection and maintenance . replacing. rotating . snow tires and chains . spare tire . storing your vehicle. tire grades . treadwear . wear bands wheel and tire matching.
Towing a trailer (see Trailer towing) Towing your vehicle
using wheel dollies . with a tow truck .
Transaxle
automatic operation . fluid, checking and adding
(automatic)
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208
232
208, 210
211
210
214
169
236
211
211
211
212
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179138
201
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Transaxle control switch . Trip odometer. Tune-up specifications (VECI). Turn signal
indicator lights . lever .
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. 19
224. 67
62, 67Upshift speeds Used engine oil, disposal . Variable interval wipers . VECI (Vehicle Emission Control Information)
150
184, 193, 203decal.
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Vehicle loading
automatic transaxles . calculating the load . manual transaxles . understanding loading information .
Vehicle storage . Ventilating your vehicle (see Climate control)
Viscosity (see Engine oil) . Warm engine, starting . Warning chimes, safety belt Warning lights, testing . Warning lights (see Lights) . Warranties basic . Canada. radio.
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224
252152
152
152
151
234. 49
190127
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126. 46
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Warranty Information Booklet Washer fluid
rear window reservoir reservoir . windshield .
Weight limits (GAWR, GVWR) . Wheel and tire matching. Wheel dollies (see Towing). Wheels
cleaning . covers . inspection and maintenance . lug nuts . replacement
Windows
one-touch down . power windows, operating .
Windshield, washing . Windshield washer fluid and wipers
Windshield wipers and washer . Wrecker towing.
checking and adding fluid . liftgate reservoir . operation . reservoir . specifications . variable interval wipers .
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208
170
21277
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68195
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Table of Contents
Introduction .................................................... 1
Instrumentation .............................................. 7
Electronic Sound Systems ......................... 21
Controls and Features ................................ 47
Seating and Safety Restraints .................. 89
Starting ......................................................... 125
Driving ......................................................... 133
Roadside Emergencies .............................. 155
Maintenance and Care ............................. 183
Capacities and Specifications ................. 237
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only) .................................................. 243
Customer Assistance ................................. 245
Accessories .................................................. 257
Quick Index ................................................ 265
Index ............................................................. 275
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Introductory Information
Ford’s Commitment to You At Ford Motor Company, excellence is the continuous commitment to achieve the best result possible. It is dedication to learning what you want, determination to develop the right concept, and execution of that concept with care, precision, and attention to detail. In short, excellence means being the standard by which others are judged. Our Guiding Principles n Quality comes first. For your satisfaction, the quality of our
products and services must be our number one priority.
n You are the focus of everything we do. Our work must be
done with you in mind, providing better products and services than our competition.
n Continuous improvement is essential to our success. We
must strive for excellence in everything we do: in our products — in their safety and value — and in our services, our human relations, our competitiveness, and our profitability.
n Employee involvement is our way of life. We are a team.
We must treat one another with trust and respect.
n Dealers and suppliers are our partners. We must maintain mutually beneficial relationships with dealers, suppliers, and our other business associates.
n Integrity is never compromised. Our conduct worldwide
must be pursued in a manner that is socially responsible and commands respect for its integrity and for its positive contributions to society.
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Things to Know About Using This Guide Congratulations on the purchase of your new vehicle. This guide has information about the equipment and the options for your new vehicle. You may not have bought all of the options available to you. If you do not know which information applies to your vehicle, talk to your dealer. This guide describes equipment and gives specifications for equipment that was in effect when this guide was approved for printing. Ford may discontinue models or change specifications or design without any notice and without incurring obligation. NOTES and WARNINGS NOTES give you additional information about the subject matter you are referencing. WARNINGS remind you to be especially careful in those areas where carelessness can cause damage to your vehicle or personal injury to yourself, your passengers or other people. Please read all WARNINGS carefully.
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Finding Information in This Guide After you have read this guide once, you will probably return to it when you have a specific question or need additional information. To help you find specific information quickly, you can use the Quick Index, Table of Contents, or the Index. The Quick Index at the end of the book provides a page number following each item which indicates where detailed information can be found.
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Introductory Information
To use the Index, turn to the back of the book and search in the alphabetical listing for the word that best describes the information you need. If the word you chose is not listed, think of other related words and look them up. We have designed the Index so that you can find information under a technical term. Canadian Owners — French Version French Owner Guides can be obtained from your dealer or by writing to Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited, Service Publications, P.O. Box 1580, Station B, Mississauga, Ontario L4Y 4G3. Your Maintenance Schedule and Record Booklet The Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet lists the services that are most important for keeping your vehicle in good condition. A record log is also provided to help you keep track of all services performed. About the Warranties Your vehicle is covered by three types of warranties: Basic Vehicle Warranty, Extended Warranties on certain parts, and Emissions Warranties. Read your Warranty Information Booklet carefully to find out about your vehicle’s warranties and your basic rights and responsibilities. If you lose your Warranty Information Booklet, you can get a new one free of charge. Contact any Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer, or refer to the addresses and phone numbers on the first page of this owner guide.
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Buying a Ford Extended Service Plan If you bought your vehicle in the U.S., you can buy a Ford Extended Service Plan for your vehicle. This optional contract provides service protection for a longer period of time than the basic warranty that comes with your vehicle. You do not have to buy this option when you buy your vehicle. However, your option to purchase the Ford Extended Service Plan runs out after 18 months or 18,000 miles. See your dealer for more details about the Ford Extended Service Plan. If you purchased a Canadian vehicle and did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at the time of purchase, you may still be eligible. See your dealer for the details. Special Notice NOTICE TO OWNERS OF UTILITY-TYPE VEHICLES As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or an accident. Be sure to read the Additional Special Driving Instructions for Utility Vehicles in this book and the special supplement included with four-wheel drive vehicles entitled 4-Wheeling with Ford. Although this special supplement is primarily directed to four-wheel drive vehicle operators, these principles of safe driving also apply to operators of the two-wheel drive Explorer. Even though you may not select a 4WD or AWD option for your Explorer, many of its operating characteristics are similar to those of a four-wheel drive vehicle. For this reason, Ford urges you to read and understand the contents of the 4-Wheeling with Ford supplement.
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Introductory Information
AMBULANCE PACKAGES
Do not use this vehicle as an ambulance.
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Breaking Your Vehicle In Your new vehicle goes through an adjustment or break-in period during the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) that you drive it. During the break-in period, you need to pay careful attention to how you drive your vehicle. n Avoid sudden stops. Because your vehicle has new brake
linings, you should take these steps: — Watch traffic carefully so that you can anticipate when to
stop.
— Begin braking well in advance. — Apply the brakes gradually. The break-in period for new brake linings lasts for 100 miles (160 km) of city driving or 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of highway driving.
n Wheel lug nuts must be retightened to proper torque
specifications at 500 miles/800 km of new vehicle operation. Proper torque specifications are provided in this guide. Also retighten to proper torque specification at 500 miles/800 km after any wheel change or any other time the wheel lug nuts have been loosened.
n Use only the type of engine oil that Ford recommends. See
Engine oil recommendations in the Index. Do not use special “break-in” oils.
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Some vehicles are equipped with a Powertrain Control Module that limits engine speeds with a cut-out mode to promote durability. Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle Pollen, bird droppings and tree sap can damage the paint, especially in hot weather. Wash your vehicle as often as necessary to keep it clean. Take similar precautions if your vehicle is exposed to chemical industrial fallout. Paint damage resulting from fallout is not related to a defect in paint materials or workmanship and therefore is not covered by warranty. Ford, however, believes that continual improvement in customer satisfaction is a high priority. For this reason, Ford has authorized its dealers to repair, at no charge to the owner, the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by environmental fallout within 12 months or 12,000 miles (20,000 km) of purchase, whichever comes first. Customers may be required to bring their vehicle in for inspection by a Ford representative. Washing and Polishing Your Vehicle Wash the outside of your vehicle, including the underside, with a mild detergent. DO NOT: n Wash your vehicle with hot water n Wash your vehicle while it sits in direct sunlight n Wash your vehicle while the body is hot Polish your vehicle to remove harmful deposits and protect the finish.
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Cleaning Chrome and Aluminum Parts Wash chrome and aluminum parts with a mild detergent. Do not use steel wool, abrasive cleaners, fuel or strong detergents. Cleaning Plastic Parts Some of your vehicle’s exterior trim parts are plastic. Clean with a tar and road oil remover if necessary. Use a vinyl cleaner for routine cleaning. Do not clean plastic parts with thinners, solvents or petroleum-based cleaners. If you have your vehicle rustproofed, remove oversprayed rustproofing with a tar and road oil remover. If rustproofing is not removed from plastic and rubber parts, it can cause deterioration. Because your vehicle’s side mouldings are painted in lacquer, do not use thinners or solvents to clean them.
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Instrumentation
The instrument panel (dashboard) on your vehicle is divided into several different sections. The illustrations on the following pages show the major parts of the instrument panel that are described in this chapter. Some items shown may not be on all vehicles.
In your vehicle, the warning lights and gauges are grouped together on the instrument panel. We call this grouping an instrument cluster.
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The instrument cluster on the Probe GT model is similar to the one shown. The two exceptions are: the speedometer on the GT model shows 140 mph (225 km/h) and it has a 7,000 rpm red-line tachometer.
GT model speedometer and tachometer The following warning lights and gauges are on the cluster. All of the warning lights and gauges alert you to possible problems with your vehicle. The following sections detail what each of these indicators means.
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Indicator Lights and Chimes Safety Belt Warning Light and Chime This warning light and chime remind you to fasten your safety belt. If you do not fasten your safety belt before the ignition is turned to ON, the chime will sound for 4 to 8 seconds and the warning light will illuminate for 1 to 2 minutes, or until the safety belt is fastened. If you fasten the safety belt before the ignition is turned to ON, neither the light nor chime will activate.
Safety belt light Air Bag Readiness Light This light illuminates for six seconds when the ignition is turned to the ON position. If the light fails to illuminate, continues to flash, remains on, or if a series of five beeps is heard, have the system serviced as soon as possible.
Air bag readiness light
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If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the air bag system serviced at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer immediately.
Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle has a divided brake system. If one part isn’t working, the other part can still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need both systems working well. If the warning light illuminates, there could be a problem. Have your brake system inspected right away. This light should illuminate as you start the vehicle. If it doesn’t illuminate then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there’s a problem.
Brake system and parking brake light This light illuminates briefly when you turn the ignition key to START. It normally goes off shortly after the engine starts and you release the parking brake, but it may stay on for up to 60 seconds. If the light stays on for longer than 60 seconds or comes on after you have fully released the parking brake, have the hydraulic brake system serviced.
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This light will also illuminate if the parking brake does not release fully. If it does stay on after the parking brake is fully released, it means there may be a brake problem. Pull off the road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is harder to push, the pedal may go closer to the floor, or it may take longer to stop the vehicle. Try the brakes again after you have stopped.
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The BRAKE light indicates that the brakes may not be working properly. Have the brakes checked immediately.
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light When the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, the anti-lock brake system warning light will illuminate. When the engine is started, the anti-lock brake system control unit will determine if all components of the system are operating correctly. The warning light could remain on for two to four seconds.
The anti-lock brake system warning light
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If the anti-lock brake system warning light remains on or comes on while driving, have the braking system checked by a qualified service technician as soon as possible.
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