2001 Ford Focus Owners Manual

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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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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ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER’S LITERATURE To order the publications in this portfolio:

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