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whisk broom or a vacuum cleaner. Remove fresh spots immediately. Follow the directions that come with the cleaner. Do not saturate the seat cover with upholstery cleaner.


Do not use chemical solvents or strong


detergents when cleaning the seat mounted side air bag. Such products could contaminate the side air bag system and affect performance of the side air bag in a collision.


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Maintenance and care


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.


Underbody Flush the complete underside of vehicle frequently. Keep body drain holes unplugged. Inspect for road damage.


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 mild soap.


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If the leather cannot be completely cleaned using a mild soap and water solution, the leather may be cleaned using a commercially available cleaning product Tanners Preserve Leather Cleaner" and a 3M Type T" scrubbing pad by using the following steps:


The type of scrubbing pad is very critical because the common 3M Scotch Brite" green pad is too aggressive and will damage the leather surface. • Spray a small amount of the leather cleaner on the pad and rub the area to be cleaned with the pad using a circular motion. Only clean 1/4 of the area at a time. For heavily soiled areas, spray the cleaner directly onto the leather (two squirts should be adequate) and rub with the pad. Repeat if necessary. • Use a soft, damp cloth to remove the loosened dirt and foam. • Dry with a soft cloth.


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Do not use household cleaners, glass cleaner, alcohol solutions or cleaner intended for vinyl, rubber or plastics. These products can damage the leather.


In some instances, color or dye transfer can occur when wet clothing (wool, denim, leathers or other nonĆcolorfast garments) comes in contact with leather upholstery. If this occurs, the leather should be cleaned immediately to avoid permanent staining.


Maintenance and care


Tanners Preserve Leather Cleaner" (product number ASĆ300) is available from First Brands" by calling 1Ć800Ć726Ć1001. This product may also be available at many local automotive after market stores.


3M Type T" Clean And Finish Scrubbing Pads (UPC 04011Ć 01276) are available through your local 3M distributor. Call 1Ć800Ć742Ć9649 for the nearest distributor in your area.


Part number (Obtain Locally)


Part name Tanners Preserve Leather Cleaner


(Obtain Locally)


3M Type T" Clean And Finish Scrubbing Pads


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Woodtone trim Wipe stains with a soft cloth and a multiĆpurpose cleaning solution.


Inside windows Use glass cleaner for the inside windows if they become fogged.


Cleaning mirrors Do not clean your mirrors with a dry cloth or abrasive materials. Use a soft cloth and mild detergents and water. Be careful when removing ice from outside mirrors because you may damage the reflective surface.


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MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS


Component


2.0L SPI engine


Capacities and specifications


98ABĆ9601ĆC


BXTĆ40R


FLĆ400 S


EVĆ244


2.0L Zetec-E


engine


98ABĆ9601ĆC


BXTĆ96R


FLĆ400 S


988FĆ6A666ĆAA


AGSF 34EE **


AZFS 32FE


Air filter


Battery


Oil filter


PCV valve


Spark plug*


* Refer to Vehicle Emission Control Information (VECI) decal for spark plug gap information. ** If a spark plug is removed for inspection purposes, it must be reinstalled in the same cylinder it was taken from. If a spark plug requires replacement, use only spark plugs with the same service part number suffix letter as shown on the engine decal.


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Capacities and specifications


REFILL CAPACITIES


Fluid


Brake fluid


Ford part name High performance DOT 3 brake fluid or DOT 4 brake fluid For service, Ford recommends Super DOT 4 for manual transaxles


Application


Capacity


All


Fill to line on reservoir


Engine oil (includes filter (includes filter change)


Motorcraft 5W20
Super Premium Super Premium Motor Oil


Zetec engine


SPI engine


4.25 L (4.5 quarts)


3.78 L (4.0 quarts)


Engine coolant


Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant (greenĆcolored) or Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow colored)


Power steering fluid


MERCON ATF


Fuel tank


N/A


All


All


All


Transaxle fluid Transaxle fluid


see Lubricant specifications


Manual


MERCON V


Automatic


Windshield Windshield washer fluid


UltraĆClear Windshield Washer Windshield Washer Concentrate


Sedan


Coupe, Wagon


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5.75 L (6.1 quarts)


Fill to line on reservoir 0.9 L (0.95 quarts)


50 L (13.2 gallons)


2.0 L (2.1 quarts)


6.6 L (6.9 quarts)


2.5 L (2.6 quarts)


4.0 L (4.2 quarts)


Capacities and specifications


LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS


Item


Brake fluid


Ford part name or equivalent High performance DOT 3 brake fluid or DOT 4 brake fluid For service, Ford recommends Super DOT 4 for manual transaxles


Door weatherstrips Silicone Lubricant


Ford part number


Ford specification


C6AZĆ19542ĆAB for DOT 3


ESAĆM6C25ĆA or ESDĆM6C57ĆA Delta ESDĆM6C57ĆA (Super DOT 4)


COAZĆ19553ĆAA and F5AZĆ19553ĆAA


ESRĆM13P4ĆA


Door + hood latches, door hinges, striker plates, seat tracks, fuel filler door hinge


Engine coolant Engine coolant


Engine oil


Lock cylinders


Power steering fluid


Automatic transaxle fluid


Manual transaxle fluid - IB5


Manual transaxle fluid - MTX 75


Windshield washer fluid


MultiĆPurpose Grease


DOAZĆ19584ĆAA or F5AZĆ19G209ĆAA


ESBĆM1C93ĆB or ESRĆM1C159ĆA


Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant (greenĆcolored)


Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellowĆcolored)


5WĆ20


Motorcraft Super Premium Motor Oil


Penetrating Lubricant MERCON Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON V


Synthetic Manual Transmission Fluid MERCON Automatic Transmission Fluid


UltraĆClear Windshield Washer Concentrate


VCĆ4ĆA (US) or CXCĆ10 (Canada)


ESEĆM97B44ĆA


VCĆ7ĆA


WSSĆM97B51ĆA1


XOĆ5W20ĆQSP


WSSĆM2C153ĆH with API Certification Mark


E8AZĆ19A501ĆB


None


XTĆ2ĆQDX


MERCON


XTĆ5ĆQM


WSSĆM2C202ĆB


XTĆM5ĆQS


WSDĆM2C200ĆC


XTĆ2ĆQDX


MERCON


C9AZĆ19550ĆAB


ESRĆM17P5ĆA


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Capacities and specifications


ENGINE DATA


Engine


Cubic inches


Horsepower


Torque


Recommended fuel


Firing order


Spark plug gap


Ignition system


2.0L SPI engine


121


2.0L Zetec-E


engine


121


110 @ 5000


130 @ 5300 rpm


125 lbĆft @ 3750


130 lbĆft @ 4500 rpm


87 octane


1-3-4-2


87 octane


1-3-4-2


1.4 mm (0.054 inch)


1.3 mm (0.051 inch)


Electronic ignition


Electronic ignition


Compression ratio


9.35:1


9.6:1


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Capacities and specifications


Sedan


VEHICLE DIMENSIONS


Dimensions (1) Overall length


(2) Overall width


(3) Overall height


(4) Wheelbase


(5) Track


front


rear


mm (in)


4362-4369 (171.7-172)


1998 (78.7)


1440-1481 (56.7-58.3)


2615 (103)


1484-1502 (58.4-59.1)


1477-1495 (58.1-58.9)


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Capacities and specifications


Coupe


Dimensions (1) Overall length


(2) Overall width


(3) Overall height


(4) Wheelbase


(5) Track


front


rear


mm (in)


4150-4178 (163.3-164.5)


1998 (78.7)


1440-1481 (56.7-58.3)


2615 (103)


1484-1502 (58.4-59.1)


1477-1495 (58.1-58.9)


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Capacities and specifications


Wagon


Dimensions (1) Overall length


(2) Overall width


mm (in)


4438-4465 (174.7-175.8)


1998 (78.7)


(3a) Overall height (w/o roofrack)


1492-1532 (58.7-60.3)


(3b) Overall height (with roofrack)


1451-1491 (57.1-58.7)


(4) Wheelbase


(5) Track


front


rear


2615 (103)


1484-1502 (58.4-59.1)


1477-1495 (58.1-58.9)


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Capacities and specifications


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.


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Capacities and specifications


Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number (VIN) is attached to a metal tag and is located on the driver side instrument panel. The VIN tag may be seen by looking through the windshield from outside the vehicle.


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


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Using roadside assistance Complete the roadside assistance identification card and place it in your wallet for quick reference. In the United States, this card is found in the Owner Guide portfolio in the glove compartment in Ford vehicles and is mailed to you if you own a Mercury or Lincoln. In Canada, it's found in the Roadside Assistance book in the glove compartment.


To receive roadside assistance in the United States for Ford or Mercury vehicles, call 1Ć800Ć241Ć3673 or if you own a Lincoln vehicle, call 1Ć800Ć521Ć4140. In Canada call 1Ć800Ć665Ć2006.


Should you need to arrange assistance for yourself, Ford will reimburse a reasonable amount. To obtain information about reimbursement, call 1Ć800Ć241Ć3673
in the United States for Ford or Mercury vehicles; or if you own a Lincoln vehicle, call 1Ć800Ć521Ć4140. Call 1Ć800Ć665Ć2006 in Canada.


Customer assistance


GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This program is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service is available: • 24Ćhours, seven days a week • for the Basic warranty period (Canada) or New Vehicle Limited Warranty period (U.S.) of three years or 60,000 km (36,000 miles), whichever comes first on Ford and Mercury vehicles, and four years or 80,000 km (50,000 miles) on Lincoln vehicles.


In the United States, you may purchase additional roadside assistance coverage beyond this period through the Ford Auto Club by contacting your Ford or LincolnĆMercury dealer.


Roadside assistance will cover • changing a flat tire • jumpĆstarts • lockĆout assistance • fuel delivery • towing to the nearest Ford of Canada or Ford Motor Company dealership, or towing to your selling dealership if within 56 km (35 miles). Even nonĆwarranty related tows, like accidents or getting stuck in the mud or snow, are covered (some exclusions apply, such as impound towing or repossession.


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Ford extended service plan You can get more protection for your new car or light truck by purchasing Ford Extended Service Plan (Ford ESP) coverage. Ford ESP is an optional service contract which is backed by Ford Motor Company or Ford Motor Service Company (in the U.S.) and Ford of Canada (in Canada). It provides: • Protection against repair costs after your New Vehicle Limited Warranty period expires;


and • other benefits during the warranty period (such as reimbursement for rentals and towing).


You may purchase Ford ESP from any participating Ford or LincolnĆMercury or Ford of Canada dealer. There are several plans available in various time, distance and deductible combinations which can be tailored to fit your own driving needs. Ford ESP also offers reimbursement benefits for towing and rental coverage. (In Hawaii, rules vary. See your dealer for details.)


When you buy Ford ESP you receive PeaceĆofĆMind protection throughout the United States and Canada, provided by a network of more than 5,200 Ford, LincolnĆMercury and Ford of Canada dealers.


participating


Customer assistance


If you did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at the time of purchasing your vehicle, you may still be eligible. Please contact your dealer for further information. Since this information is subject to change, please ask your dealer for complete details about Ford Extended Service Plan coverage options.


Also, please be aware that some dealers offer service contracts that are not backed by Ford Motor Company or Ford of Canada. On the surface, many independent plans appear to be like Ford's. The problem is that they can often require the use of nonĆfactory approved parts and have much more complex and restrictive claims coverage terms than Ford.


At Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada, we are dedicated to providing Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicle owners with programs that will enhance your ownership experience and protect you from unexpected repair bills. Genuine Ford ESP is the only Extended Service Plan that enables us to provide that service.


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Customer assistance


Getting the service you need


At home Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada have authorized dealerships to service your vehicle. When you need warranty repairs your selling dealer would like you to return to it for that service, but you may also take your vehicle to another Ford Motor Company dealership authorized for warranty repairs. Certain warranty repairs require special training though, so not all dealers are authorized to perform all warranty repairs. That means that depending on the warranty repair needed, the vehicle may need to be taken to another dealer. If a particular dealership can not assist you, then contact the Customer Assistance Center.


If you are not satisfied with the service you receive at the dealership, contact your Service Advisor for assistance. If the concern or injury remains unresolved, speak with the service manager. If you are still not satisfied, speak with the owner or general manager of the dealership. In most cases, your concern will be resolved at this level.


Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada dealerships also carry genuine Ford parts and accessories, providing you with original equipment reliability.


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Away from home If you are away from home when your vehicle needs service, or if you need more help than the dealership could provide after following the steps described above, contact the Ford Customer Assistance Center to find an authorized dealership to help you in the United States


Ford Motor Company Customer Assistance Center 16800 Executive Plaza Drive P.O. Box 6248
Dearborn, Michigan 48121
1Ć800Ć392Ć3673 (FORD) (TDD for the hearing impaired: 1Ć800Ć232Ć5952)


In Canada: Customer Assistance Centre Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited P.O. Box 2000
Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4
1Ć800Ć565Ć3673 (FORD)


Please have the following information available when contacting Ford Customer Assistance: • Your telephone number (home and business) • The name of the dealer and the city where the dealership is located • The year and make of your vehicle


• The date of vehicle purchase • The current odometer reading • The vehicle identification number (VIN)


If you still have a complaint involving a warranty dispute, you may wish to contact the Dispute Settlement Board (U.S.) or the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada).


In the United States, a warranty dispute must be submitted to the Dispute Settlement Board before taking action under the MagnusonĆMoss Warranty Act, or to the extent allowed by state law, before pursuing replacement or repurchase remedies provided by certain state laws. This dispute handling procedure is not required prior to enforcing state created rights or other rights which are independent of the MagnusonĆMoss Warranty Act or state replacement or repurchase laws.


Customer assistance


THE DISPUTE SETTLEMENT BOARD (U.S. only) The Dispute Settlement Board is • an independent, thirdĆparty arbitration program for warranty disputes • available free to owners and lessees of qualifying Ford Motor Company vehicles


NOTE: The Dispute Settlement Board may not be available in all states: Ford Motor Company reserves the right to change eligibility limitations, modify procedures and/or to discontinue this service without notice and without incurring obligations per applicable state law.


What kinds of cases does the Board review? Unresolved warranty repair concerns or vehicle performance as designed concerns on Ford, Mercury and Lincoln cars and Ford, Mercury and Lincoln light trucks which are within the terms of any applicable written new vehicle warranty are eligible for review, except those involving: • a nonĆFord product • a nonĆFord dealership


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Board membership The Board consists of: • three consumer representatives • a Ford or LincolnĆMercury dealership representative


Consumer candidates for Board membership are recruited and trained by an independent consulting firm. The dealership Board member is chosen from Ford and LincolnĆMercury dealership management, recognized for their business leadership qualities.


What the Board needs To have your case reviewed you must complete the application in the DSB brochure and mail it to the address provided on the application form.


Your application is reviewed and, if it is determined to be eligible, you will receive an acknowledgement indicating: • the file number assigned to your application • the tollĆfree phone number of the DSB's independent administrator


Your dealership and a Ford Motor Company representative will be asked to submit statements.


Customer assistance


• sales disputes between customer and dealer except those associated with warranty repairs or concerns with the vehicle's performance as designed • a request for reimbursement of consequential expenses unless a service or product concern is being reviewed • items not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty (including maintenance and wear items) • alleged personal injury/property damage claims • cases currently in litigation • vehicles not used primarily for family, personal or household purposes (except in states where the Dispute Settlement Board is required to review comercial vehicles). • vehicles with nonĆU.S. warranties Concerns are ineligible for review if the New Vehicle Limited Warranty has expired at receipt of your application and in certain states eligibility is dependent upon the customer's possession of the vehicle.


Eligibility may differ according to state law. For example see the unique brochures for California, West Virginia, Georgia and Wisconsin purchasers/lessees.


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To properly review your case, the Board needs the following information: • legible copies of all documents and maintenance or repair orders relevant to the case • the year, make, model, and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) listed on your vehicle ownership license • the date of repair(s) and mileage at the time of occurrence(s) • the current mileage • the name of the dealer(s) who sold or serviced the vehicle • a brief description of your unresolved concern • a brief summary of the action taken by the dealer(s) and Ford Motor Company • the names (if known) of all the people you contacted at the dealership(s) • a description of the action you expect to resolve your concern


You will receive a letter of explanation if your application does not qualify for Board review.


Customer assistance


Oral presentations If you would like to make an oral presentation indicate YES to question #6 on the application. While it is your right to make an oral presentation before the Board, this is not a requirement and the Board will decide the case whether or not an oral presentation is made. Oral presentation may be requested by the Board as well.


Making a decision Board members review all available information related to each complaint, including oral presentations, and arrive at a fair and impartial decision.


Every effort is made to decide the case within 40 days of the date that all requested information is received by the Board. Since the Board generally meets once a month, it may take longer for the Board can consider some cases.


After a case is reviewed, the Board mails you a decision letter and a form on which to accept or reject the Board's decision. The decisions of the Board are binding on Ford (and, in some cases, on the dealer) but not on consumers who are free to pursue other remedies available to them under state or federal law.


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to produce a settlement have failed. This procedure is without cost to you and is designed to eliminate the need for lenghty and expensive legal proceedings.


In the CAMVAP program, impartial third party arbitrators conduct hearings at mutually convenient times and places in an informal environment. These impartial arbitrators review the positions of the parties, make decisions and, when appropriate, render awards to resolve disputes. CAMVAP decisions are fast, fair, and final, the arbitrator's award is binding both to you and Ford of Canada.


CAMVAP services are available in all territories and provinces, except Quebec. For more information, without charge or obligation, call your CAMVAP Provincial Administrator directly at 1 800Ć207Ć0685.


Customer assistance


To request a DSB brochure/application For a brochure/application, speak to your dealer or write/call to the Board at the following address/phone number:


Dispute Settlement Board P.O. Box 5120
Southfield, MI 48086Ć5120
1Ć800Ć428Ć3718


You may also contact the North American Customer Assistance Center at 1Ć800Ć392Ć3673 (Ford). TDD for the hearing impaired: 1Ć800Ć232Ć5952 or by writing to the Center at the following address:


Ford Motor Company Customer Assistance Center 16800 Executive Plaza Drive P.O. Box 6248
Dearborn, Michigan 48121


UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM (CANADA ONLY) In those cases where you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford and the dealer to resolve a factoryĆrelated vehicle service concern have been unsatisfactory, Ford of Canada participates in an impartial third party mediation/arbitration program administered by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP)


The CAMVAP program is a straight forward and relatively speedy alternative to resolve a disagreement when all other efforts


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GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U.S. AND CANADA Before exporting your vehicle to a foreign country, contact the appropriate foreign embassy or consulate. These officials can inform you of local vehicle registration regulations and where to find unleaded fuel.


If you cannot find unleaded fuel or can only get fuel with an antiĆknock index lower than is recommended for your vehicle, contact a district or owner relations/customer assistance office.


The use of leaded fuel in your vehicle without proper conversion may damage the effectiveness of your emission control system and may cause engine knocking or serious engine damage. Ford Motor Company/Ford of Canada is not responsible for any damage caused by use of improper fuel.


In the United States, using leaded fuel may also result in difficulty importing your vehicle back into the U.S.


If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living in Central or South America, the Caribbean, or the Middle East, contact the nearest Ford dealership. If the dealership cannot help you, write or call:


FORD MOTOR COMPANY WORLDWIDE DIRECT MARKET OPERATIONS 1555 Fairlane Drive


Customer assistance


Fairlane Business Park #3
Allen Park, Michigan 48101
U.S.A. Telephone: (313) 594Ć4857
FAX: (313) 390Ć9804


If you are in another foreign country, contact the nearest Ford dealership. If the dealership employees cannot help you, they can direct you to the nearest Ford affiliate office.


If you buy your vehicle in North America and then relocate outside of the U.S. or Canada, register your vehicle identification number (VIN) and new address with Ford Motor Company Worldwide Direct Market Operations.


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Customer assistance


FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE Ford has many quality products available from your dealer to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. For best results, use the following or products of equivalent quality


Ford Custom Clearcoat Polish*


Ford Custom Silicone Gloss Polish


Ford Custom Vinyl Protectant*


Ford Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner


Ford Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil Remover*


Ford Extra Strength Upholstery Cleaner


Ford Metal Surface Cleaner


Ford MultiĆPurpose Cleaner*


Motorcraft Car Wash Concentrate


Motorcraft Carlite Glass Cleaner


Ford Spot and Stain Remover*


Ford Super Premium Tire and Trim Dressing


Ford Triple Clean


Ford UltraĆClear Spray Glass Cleaner


* May be sold with the Motorcraft name


A wide selection of accessories is available through your local authorized Ford, LincolnĆMercury or Ford of Canada dealer. These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle. In addition, each accessory is made from high quality materials and meets or exceeds Ford's rigid engineering and safety specifications. Ford accessories are warranted for up to 12 months or 20,000 km (12,000 miles) on all cars and light trucks and 12 months with unlimited distance on medium/heavy duty trucks unless the accessory is installed on a new vehicle, then the warranty becomes the balance of the new vehicle's warranty or the accessories warranty, whichever is greater. See your dealer for complete warranty information and availability.


Not all accessories are available for all models.


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Vehicle Security Remote keyless entry


Styled wheel protector locks


Vehicle security systems


Wheel locks for alloy wheels


Comfort and convenience Air conditioner


Cargo nets


Cargo shades


Dash trim


Customer assistance


Protection and appearance equipment Air bag antiĆtheft locks


Car/truck covers


Carpet floor mats


Cleaners, waxes and polishes


Door edge guards


Flat splash guards


Front end covers (full and mini)


Handbrake cover


Hood deflectors


Electrocromic/compass/mirror


Leather wrap steering wheel


Electrocromic/compass/ o/s temp mirror


Engine block heaters


Gear shift knob


Smokers pack


Travel equipment Automatic headlamp system


Console


Daytime running lights


Factory luggage rack adapters


Fog lights


Framed luggage covers


HeavyĆduty battery


Luggage/cargo basket


Removable luggage rack


Removable luggage rack adapters


Soft luggage cover


Speed control


Lubricants and oils


Molded splash guards


Molded vinyl floor mats


Rear decklid spoilers


Sunglass holder


TouchĆup paint


For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle: • When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to your vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of the front or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the Safety Compliance Certification Label). Consult your dealer for specific weight information.


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Make checks payable to: HELM, INCORPORATED P.O. Box 07150
Detroit, Michigan, 48207


For a free publication catalog, order toll free: 1Ć800Ć782Ć4356


Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 6:00
p.m. EST., for credit card holders only.


Customer assistance


• The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Canadian Radio Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) regulate the use of mobile communications systems - such as twoĆway radios, telephones and theft alarms - that are equipped with radio transmitters. Any such equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with FCC or CRTC regulations and should be installed only by a qualified service technician. • Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your vehicle, particularly if they are not properly designed for automotive use or are not properly installed. When operated, such systems may cause the engine to stumble or stall. In addition, such systems may be damaged or their performance may be affected by operating your vehicle. (Citizens band [CB] transceivers, garage door openers and other transmitters with outputs of five watts or less will not ordinarily affect your vehicle's operation.) • Ford cannot assume responsibility for any adverse effects or damage that may result from the use of such equipment.


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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 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 tollĆfree at 1Ć800Ć424Ć9393 (202Ć366Ć0123 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


ABS warning lamp


. . . . . . . . . . .


135


Backup lamps


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


247


Accessories


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


280


Base curb weight


. . . . . . . . . . . .


154


Adding brake fluid


. . . . . . . . . . .


201


Battery


. . . . . . . . . . . .


184, 214, 263


Adding engine coolant


. . . . . . . .


203


Belt Minder


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


94


Adding washer fluid


. . . . . . . . . .


202


Blower


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


27


Additives, engine oil


. . . . . . . . .


197


Brake fluid


. . . . . . . . . . . . .


201, 264


AdvanceTracT


. . . . . . . . . . . .


11, 37


Brake lamps


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


247


AdvanceTracT light


. . . . . . . . . . .


11


Brake system warning


. . . . . . . .


14


Air bag


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


12


BrakeĆshift interlock


. . . . . . . . .


144


Air bag disposal


. . . . . . . . . . . . .


112


Brake/clutch fluid


. . . . . . . . . . . .


265


Air bag readiness light


. . . . . . . . .


12


Brakes


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


133


Air bag supplemental restraint system


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


102


Air bag system, side


. . . . . . . . . .


108


BreakĆin period


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


Bulb replacement


. . . . . . . .


244Ć252


Bulb specifications


. . . . . . . . . . .


251


Air conditioning


. . . . . . . . . . .


30Ć32


Air distribution


. . . . . . . . . . . .


25Ć26


Air filter


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


263


AntiĆlock brake system (ABS)


134


AntiĆlock brake system (ABS) light


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


15


AntiĆtheft protection panel


. . . . .


39


Ashtray


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


38


Audio System


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


39


Automatic transaxle fluid


. . . . .


265


Automatic transaxle operation 144


Cabin air filter


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


263


Capacities


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


264


Car care products


. . . . . . . . . . . .


280


Catalytic converter


. . . . . . . . . . .


10


Changing the tires


. . . . . . . . . . .


177


Charging system warning light


. .


13


Child restraint precautions


. . . .


113


Child safety seats, installing


. . .


118


Child safety seats, tether straps 123


Childproof door locks


. . . . . . . . .


67


Children and air bags


. . . . . . . . .


104


Children and safety belts


. . . . .


114


Chimes


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


16


284


Index


Clutch fluid


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


200


EPA window sticker


. . . . . . . . . .


240


Components in the engine compartment . . . . . . . . . .


195, 196


Exhaust fumes


. . . . . . . . . . . . . .


131


Exterior bulbs


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


244


Control lights


. . . . . . . . . . . . . .


8Ć14


Coolant refill capacity


. . . . . . . .


206


Cooling system


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


10


Cruise control. See Speed control


Customer assistance


. . . . . . . . .


272


Daytime running lights (DRL)


. .


21


DeĆicing the windows


. . . . . . . . .


31


Dimensions


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


267


Dispute settlement board


. . . . .


275


Dome lamps


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


65


Doors ajar


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


12


Driving through water


. . . . . . . .


166


Driving with a trailer


. . . . . . . . .


158


Driving with automatic transaxle


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


146


Emission control system


. . . . . .


240


Engine compartment


. . . .


195, 196


Engine coolant


. . . . .


202, 264, 265


Engine coolant, recycled


. . . . . .


206


Engine data


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


266


Engine number


. . . . . . . . . . . . . .


271


Engine oil


. . . . . . . . .


197, 264, 265


Engine oil pressure warning light 14


Fail safe cooling system


. . . . . . . .


17


FailĆsafe cooling


. . . . . . . . . . . . .


207


Floor mat


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


69


Fog lights


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


20


Fog lights, replacing bulbs


. . . .


246


Footwell heating


. . . . . . . . . . . . . .


25


Front seats


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


82


Fuel economy


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


234


Fuel economy habits


. . . . . . . . .


237


Fuel filler cap


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


229


Fuel filter


. . . . . . . . . . . . .


233, 263


Fuel for cleaner air


. . . . . . . . . . .


232


Fuel gauge


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


19


Fuel level


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


14


Fuel pump shutĆoff switch


. . . .


168


Fuel quality


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


231


Fuel tank


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


264


Fuel, choosing


. . . . . . . . . . . . . .


230


Fuel, octane recommendations 231


Fuel, safety information


. . . . . .


226


Fuses


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


169


Fuses and relays


. . . . . . . . . . . . .


169


285


Index


Gearshift warning chime


. . . . . . .


16


Jack


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


180


Good fuel economy


. . . . . . . . . .


234


Jack positioning


. . . . . . . . . . . . .


181


Gross axle weight rating (GAWR)


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


155


Jump starting


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


184


Gross combined weight (GCW) 155


Gross vehicle weight (GVW)


. . .


154


Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


154


Key programming


. . . . . . . . . . . . .


78


KeyĆinĆignition warning chime


. .


16


Hazard flasher


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


38


Hazard lights control


. . . . . . . . .


167


Head restraints


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


82


Headlamp control


. . . . . . . . . . . . .


20


Headlamps on warning chime


. . .


16


Headlamps, aiming


. . . . . . . . . . .


252


Headlamps, replacing bulbs


. . .


244


High beams


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


13, 21


Hood, opening


. . . . . . . . . . . . . .


194


Lamps, replacing bulbs


. . . . . . .


244


Lights, warning and indicator


. . . .


Load limits


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


154


Loading your vehicle


. . . . . . . . .


154


Lost transmitters


. . . . . . . . . . . . .


73


Lubricant specifications


. . . . . .


265


Luggage compartment


. . . . . . . . .


22


Luggage cover


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


68


Luggage rack


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


165


Maintenance and care


. . . . . . . .


193


Manual transaxle operation


. . .


150


Mileage. See Fuel economy


Mirror


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


67


Moonroof


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


65


Motorcraft parts


. . . . . . . . . . . . .


263


Icons


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


Identifying your vehicle


. . . . . . .


270


Ignition positions


. . . . . . . . . . . . .


58


Instrument cluster


. . . . . . . . . .


8Ć15


Instrument cluster gauges


. . . . .


17


Instrument panel


. . . . . . . . . . . .


6Ć7


Introduction


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


ISOFIX attachments


. . . . . . . . .


121


286


Index


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


283


Octane rating


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


231


Odometer


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


19


Oil filter


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


263


Opening the luggage compartment


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


22


Overdrive


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


15


Owner's literature


. . . . . . . . . . . .


282


Radio


. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


39


Reading lamps

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