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Table of Contents

Introduction

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Instrumentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Controls and Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Seating and Safety Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . .

135

Starting

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205

Driving

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211

Roadside Emergencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

235

Maintenance and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

269

Capacities and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . .

323

Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

329

Customer Assistance

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331

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

341

Quick Index

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349

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

359

Service Station Information

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Summary of Contents for 1998 Windstar

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Page 3: ...71 Seating and Safety Restraints 135 Starting 205 Driving 211 Roadside Emergencies 235 Maintenance and Care 269 Capacities and Specifications 323 Reporting Safety Defects 329 Customer Assistance 331...

Page 4: ...done with you in mind providing better products and services than our competition Continuous improvement is essential to our success We must strive for excellence in everything we do in our products...

Page 5: ...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 carelessnes...

Page 6: ...intenance Schedule Booklet The Maintenance Schedule 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 o...

Page 7: ...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 6 Breaking Your Vehicle In Your new vehicle goes through an a...

Page 8: ...ue specifications at 500 miles 800 km after any wheel change or any other time the wheel lug nuts have been loosened 6 Use only the type of engine oil that Ford recommends See Engine oil recommendatio...

Page 9: ...wing pages show the major parts of the instrument panel that are described in this chapter Some items shown may not be on all vehicles Your vehicle has one of the following clusters Mechanical Cluster...

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Page 13: ...ing brake is on or not fully released or that the brake fluid level is low in the master cylinder reservoir If the fluid level is low add fluid to the reservoir as defined under the procedure in Maint...

Page 14: ...braking system checked by a qualified service technician as soon as possible NOTE If a fault occurs in the anti lock system and the brake warning light is not lit the anti lock system is disabled but...

Page 15: ...ight 6 This light illuminates when the engine s Emission Control System requires service It will also illuminate when the ignition key is in the ON position and the engine is off The service engine so...

Page 16: ...on and off on rare occasions while you are driving it means that a malfunction occurred and the condition corrected itself An example of a condition which corrects itself occurs when an engine runnin...

Page 17: ...g Light should turn off If the light does not go off after the fourth engine re start have your vehicle serviced by your dealer or a qualified technician 6 Charging System Light This light indicates t...

Page 18: ...ssure 1 Pull off the road as soon as safely possible 2 Shut off the engine immediately If you do not stop the engine as soon as safely possible severe engine damage could result 3 Check the engine s o...

Page 19: ...Readiness Light This light indicates that the Air Bag system is not functional and needs to be serviced The light illuminates for approximately six seconds when the ignition is turned to the ON posit...

Page 20: ...osed 2 Place the key into the ignition and turn it to RUN then turn the ignition to OFF and remove the key from the ignition 3 Press and hold the rear defroster control While holding the defroster con...

Page 21: ...hime will sound and the light will remain on for 60 seconds If the washer fluid is not low the light should turn off a few seconds after the engine has started The light and chime also come on if the...

Page 22: ...when the speed control system is engaged The display will turn off when the brake pedal is pressed or if speed control is shut off This display does not indicate any problems with the speed control bu...

Page 23: ...dicator may also vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion With the ignition OFF the fuel gauge indicator may drift from the ignition ON position as well Fuel gauge base cluster The engine coolant t...

Page 24: ...fluctuate within the normal band under normal driving conditions Under certain driving conditions such as heavy stop and go traffic or driving up hills in hot weather the pointer may indicate at the t...

Page 25: ...or others could be injured If the coolant continues to overheat have the coolant system serviced as soon as possible 6 Speedometer The speedometer tells you how many miles kilometers per hour your veh...

Page 26: ...ine is running Some vehicles are equipped with an engine speed RPM limiting device that is contained within the Electronic Engine Control Module The purpose of this device is to maintain peak engine s...

Page 27: ...eel The light s located in this module are described and illustrated below The auxiliary warning module Traction Control Active Light This light comes on when the Traction Control system begins applyi...

Page 28: ...Control off such as when rocking your vehicle out of deep snow or mud Traction Control will automatically turn off to prevent the brakes from overheating The system will turn back on once the brakes h...

Page 29: ...uspension warning light The warning light for the Air Suspension indicates one of two things 1 The service switch located in the jack storage area is in the off position 2 A system malfunction has occ...

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Page 31: ...S side of the VOL button to increase decrease the volume Bars illuminate in the display to show the relative volume level 6 NOTE If the volume level is set above a certain listening level when the ign...

Page 32: ...leasing either the top a or bottom b half of the SEEK button To change frequencies quickly press and hold down either the top or bottom half of the SEEK button While you are manually tuning the displa...

Page 33: ...seconds 6 To stop the scan mode on the presently sampled station press the SCAN TUNE button again 6 Setting the station MEMORY PRESET buttons 96 Your radio is equipped with 5 station memory buttons T...

Page 34: ...l while traveling Your radio will automatically set your memory buttons to the strong local stations so you don t have to continually manually tune to existing stations 6 Activate Auto Memory Store by...

Page 35: ...ntil the display reads BASS Push the side of the VOL button to increase bass more lows and push the side to decrease bass less lows 6 Increasing or decreasing treble response 5 Push the AUDIO button r...

Page 36: ...ill be displayed in the clock mode there is no A M P M indication When in the clock mode the time will be displayed until the button is pushed again However if you retune the radio while it is in the...

Page 37: ...splay mode can be selected by pressing the CLOCK button Indicators for play a stop X and compression on C are also in the display These features are described later 5 Once a disc is inserted operation...

Page 38: ...mode To resume CD play press the PLAY STOP button once again 5 NOTE If the ignition key is turned OFF during play and then is set to the ON or ACCESSORY position the CD player will resume playing in...

Page 39: ...ard respectively through the tracks 5 Using the SCAN function 5 Press the SCAN TUNE button to enter the scan mode Once in the scan mode press the top a or bottom b half of the SEEK button to scan forw...

Page 40: ...o ensure the continued performance of your Ford Compact Disc Player carefully read the following precautions 6 Always handle the disc by its edge Never touch the playing surface 5 Before playing inspe...

Page 41: ...he following information is designed to help you recognize typical situations that could be mistakenly interpreted as mechanical malfunctions of the disc player 6 A disc is already loaded 6 The disc i...

Page 42: ...p mode 6 Moisture may have condensed on the lenses within the unit If this occurs remove the disc and wait approximately an hour until the moisture evaporates 6 If the sound skips 6 Badly scratched di...

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Page 44: ...switch is turned back on the volume will come back to a nominal listening level However if the radio power is turned off the volume will remain in the position it was set at when radio power was swit...

Page 45: ...ect listenable stations up or down the frequency band Press the right a side of the SEEK button to select the next listenable station up the frequency band Press the left b side of the button to selec...

Page 46: ...5 Using the Automatic Memory Load feature NOTE If no stations are in memory presets you can activate the feature by pressing and holding the AUTO PRESET button for approximately three seconds Auto Me...

Page 47: ...the station stored on memory button 1 6 To deactivate the Auto Memory Store mode and return to the manually set memory button stations or those stations set using Auto Memory Load simply push the AUTO...

Page 48: ...peakers 6 Adjusting speaker fader 5 Fade control allows you to adjust the sound distribution between the front and rear speakers Push the AUDIO button repeatedly until the display reads FADE Push the...

Page 49: ...are brief descriptions of each 5 Fast forwarding the tape 6 To fast forward the tape press the FF button The radio will automatically begin playing until fast forward is manually stopped At the end o...

Page 50: ...scan mode stopping on each previous tape selection for approximately an eight second sampling While scanning the display indicates whirling sprockets plus an S m 6 To stop the scan mode on the present...

Page 51: ...that are 90 minutes long or less should be used Tapes longer than 90 minutes are thinner and subject to breakage or may jam the tape player mechanism 5 Protect cassettes from exposure to direct sunli...

Page 52: ...2 Tape eject or load failure Your cassette tape player will go into the pause mode Push EJCT to eject the tape If the tape doesn t eject refer the problem to qualified personnel for service 96 Clock...

Page 53: ...er System The Ford 10 CD Changer is mounted in your center floor console and holds 10 CDs all controlled by using the buttons on your High Level Audio System Center Floor Console Loading Instructions...

Page 54: ...er 1 Figure 3 4 Insert loaded disc magazine into chamber unit with the arrow on top of the disc magazine pointing toward the changer Figure 4 Make sure magazine is fully inserted into changer A 5 NOTE...

Page 55: ...balance or fade 5 How to begin CD Changer play 5 NOTE Radio power must be on to operate the Compact Disc Changer Push the PLAY PROG button to begin CD play The radio will revert to the CD mode when P...

Page 56: ...king Press the left b side of the SEEK button to seek in reverse to the previous track on the current disc If a selection has been playing for three seconds or more and you press the left b side of th...

Page 57: ...at Radio Controls 5 How to turn the rear seat radio controls on and off Press memory preset buttons 1 and 3 simultaneously on the face of your radio to turn the rear seat radio controls on A headphone...

Page 58: ...ning the ignition off then on again will not turn the speakers back on if previously turned off by the SPKRS ON OFF button on the rear seat controls 5 Using the SEEK function Press the right a side of...

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Page 61: ...the volume will come back to a nominal listening level However if the radio power is turned off the volume will remain in the position it was set at when radio power was switched off 6 Selecting the A...

Page 62: ...me by first pressing the AMS button display shows TUNE then within approximately five seconds pressing and releasing either the right a or left b side of the SEEK button To change frequencies quickly...

Page 63: ...easy steps below to set these buttons to the desired frequencies 6 1 Select a band then select a frequency 6 2 Press one of the memory preset buttons and hold the button until the sound returns That s...

Page 64: ...shift the sound to the left speakers 6 Adjusting speaker fader 6 Fade control allows you to adjust the sound distribution between the front and rear speakers Push the AUDIO button repeatedly until th...

Page 65: ...tton to fast forward to the beginning of the next selection 5 Fast forwarding the tape 6 Push the right g button to fast forward the tape 5 Rewinding the tape 6 Push the left h button to rewind the ta...

Page 66: ...example if the tape travel arrow in the display is pointing to the left press the right g button to rewind the tape To return to the play mode press the opposite fast wind button momentarily until re...

Page 67: ...If they are exposed to extreme conditions allow them to reach a moderate temperature before playing 5 If a tape is loose inside the cassette tighten it before playing by putting your finger or a penc...

Page 68: ...ely 25 miles 40 kilometers Beyond this distance the radio is operating in a fringe area and the signal becomes weaker 6 2 Terrain 6 The terrain hilly mountainous tall buildings of the area over which...

Page 69: ...ad This can occur when listening to a weak station and when passing another broadcast tower The close station may capture the more distant station although the displayed frequency does not change Whil...

Page 70: ...uencies 6 Some FM radio stations advertise a rounded off frequency which is not the frequency they actually broadcast on For example a radio station that is assigned a frequency of 98 7 MHz may call i...

Page 71: ...e avoided The dull finish in this area is to help protect the driver from undesirable windshield reflection 96 Climate Control Systems Your vehicle is equipped with a control assembly designed to hand...

Page 72: ...outlet is located at the bottom of the center console An illustration of the register defroster and floor outlet locations follows The climate control air outlet locations 4 1996...

Page 73: ...is in the m OFF position The Temperature Control Knob may be adjusted from COOL air in the blue range to WARM air in the red range NOTE Air temperature can be adjusted for the main climate control sy...

Page 74: ...fuel efficiency It also has a greater noise level because the sound of the air from the blower motor is not muffled by a closed damper door as it would be in all other functional settings In A C outsi...

Page 75: ...FLOOR approximately equal amounts of airflow are directed to the instrument panel registers and the floor outlets This setting will engage the A C compressor thus providing you with an additional A C...

Page 76: ...temperature and function controls are essentially the same as the A C controls described previously with the exception that the control assembly has no function settings for MAX A C and A C and no A...

Page 77: ...a lower speed or adjust the Temperature Control Knob to a lower setting to maintain a comfortable temperature To defrost the windshield and side windows Turn the Function Selector Knob to V DEFROST t...

Page 78: ...ion of the airflow for the rear passengers by the settings on the Function Selector and Rear Control Knob in the front climate control panel To turn on the rear passenger compartment control system se...

Page 79: ...the OFF position the control is turned the higher the fan speed The standard heating system and the heating portion of the heating and air conditioning system are essentially identical There is one ex...

Page 80: ...registers 6 If the inside of your vehicle is very warm you may want to drive for a few minutes with the windows down and the air conditioner on This forces most of the hot stale air out of the vehicle...

Page 81: ...temperature inside your vehicle move the Temperature Control Knob toward WARM red for warmer temperatures and toward COOL blue for cooler temperatures The Temperature Control Knob setting determines t...

Page 82: ...ate control system will also be off If the knob is set in any of the fan speed positions Medium Low Medium High or High air will be discharged from the rear seat vents at the corresponding speed Howev...

Page 83: ...isters Rear passengers do not have the ability to adjust the temperature or select the location of the airflow from the auxiliary climate control system Rear passengers can adjust the Rear Fan Speed C...

Page 84: ...rn the defogger on again It will automatically shut off anytime the engine is turned off or if the switch is depressed a second time NOTE Operating the rear defogger will also turn on the heated side...

Page 85: ...on intermittent or low speed operation the rear wiper will have an intermittent operation If the front wipers are in high speed operation the rear wiper will continuously operate The rear wiper will a...

Page 86: ...ument panel Traction Control can be turned back on by pressing the button again or by restarting the engine Exterior Lamps To turn on the headlamps parking lamps marker lamps tail lamps license plate...

Page 87: ...The fog lamp switch is located on the center of the instrument panel Fog lamp switch The fog lamps act as a supplement to the low beam headlamps under limited visibility conditions such as rain snow d...

Page 88: ...uous chime will activate when the following conditions are present The headlamp and or parking lamps are on There is no key in the ignition The driver s door is ajar open 96 Daytime Running Light DRL...

Page 89: ...amps at dusk Failure to do so may result in a collision Interior Lamps 96 Lighting Up the Instrument Panel The instrument panel lights can be turned on by turning the headlamp control knob to either t...

Page 90: ...the front fender on the passenger s side of the vehicle Cupholders The front seat cupholders are located with the ashtray To access the cupholders pull open the ashtray drawer which is located to the...

Page 91: ...s electrical accessories while the engine is not running For example you can use ACCESSORY to turn on the radio or windshield wipers without starting the engine LOCK locks the steering wheel and the...

Page 92: ...key is stuck in the LOCK position and you are unable to turn it move your steering wheel left or right until the key turns freely To remove your key from the ignition 1 Maintain firm pressure on the...

Page 93: ...wipers and washer on off 96 Turn Signals To turn on the right turn signal push the turn signal lever up The right side arrow on the instrument panel will flash To turn on the left turn signal pull th...

Page 94: ...signal a turn the turn signaling system is malfunctioning Have this condition corrected as soon as possible and use the accepted hand signals until the turn signal system is repaired 96 High Beams To...

Page 95: ...l Wipers Your vehicle has wipers that operate at varying intervals For example you can set the interval so they wipe less often in light rain or more often in heavier rain The wiper delays range from...

Page 96: ...he key into the ignition and turn first to the ON position the gauges on the instrument panel will not illuminate and then back to the OFF position Remove the key and within 30 seconds perform the fol...

Page 97: ...never activate the washers for more than fifteen seconds continuously This could damage the washer pump system RWARNING Always warm up the windshield with the defroster before you use the washer fluid...

Page 98: ...utton is depressed OVERDRIVE OFF lamp location With the transaxle range selector in the Overdrive j range the OVERDRIVE OFF lamp will not be illuminated The transaxle will be allowed to upshift and do...

Page 99: ...on If the lamp does not come on when the Overdrive ON OFF button is depressed or if the lamp flashes when you are driving have your vehicle serviced at the first opportunity If this condition persists...

Page 100: ...use the hazard flasher 1 Push the HAZARD switch you will see the turn signal arrows flash 2 To stop the hazard flashers push the HAZARD switch again 96 Tilt Steering If equipped With the tilt steering...

Page 101: ...ilt the steering wheel up or down until you find the best position for you 4 Release the lever to lock the wheel in place Be sure the steering wheel is locked in place It can only be adjusted to speci...

Page 102: ...or faster than the set speed This is normal Speed control cannot reduce the vehicle speed if it increases above the set speed on a downhill If your vehicle speed is faster than the set speed while dr...

Page 103: ...your vehicle speed to the previously programmed set speed To Set a Lower Set Speed Press and hold COAST Release the switch when the desired vehicle speed is reached OR Press and release COAST Each pre...

Page 104: ...amps to remain on after the vehicle is parked and the ignition is turned off The slide knob on the bottom of the mirror controls whether Autolamp is ON or OFF as well as the length of the delay The de...

Page 105: ...ly slide the Autolamp slide knob to the right until the headlamps turn on To have the headlamps turn on earlier go to step 4 To have the headlamps turn on later go to step 5 4 Slowly slide the Autolam...

Page 106: ...ches are located on the front dome lamp in the overhead console The rear cargo lamp is located overhead in the rear of the vehicle Second Row Reading Lamp The second row reading lamp may be turned on...

Page 107: ...to reduce glare from headlamps of vehicles approaching from the rear The mirror will return to the normal state when glare is no longer detected There will be a slight delay before returning to the no...

Page 108: ...the sun visor 96 Doors For information on the liftgate refer to the Liftgate section later in this chapter Sliding Door The sliding door allows rear seat passengers to enter and exit easily To open t...

Page 109: ...e door pull the handle toward the front of the vehicle and slide the door Be sure it is fully closed To open the sliding door from outside the vehicle unlock the door then unlatch the sliding door by...

Page 110: ...tomatically lock after it is closed 96 Childproof Lock for the Sliding Door 96 Your vehicle has a childproof lock for the sliding door If you set the childproof lock the sliding door cannot be opened...

Page 111: ...Controls and Features Childproof lock location To set the childproof lock 1 Open the sliding door 2 Find the childproof lock lever below the label 3 Push the lever to the up position 4 1996...

Page 112: ...ontrol switches are located in the panels of the front doors They control the locks on both front doors the sliding door and the liftgate To lock all doors push the raised side of the switch To unlock...

Page 113: ...ry Delay If equipped Both of the front doors have a power control that opens and closes the window on that door The driver s door has master controls that operate both front door windows You must init...

Page 114: ...ut holding down the window switch To open the window completely press the button all the way down until you hear a click If the top of the button is pressed firmly while the window is going down the w...

Page 115: ...ds 3 Press the DOWN side of the driver s side window rocker switch gently and not all the way down 4 Within two seconds put the key in the ignition Manual Flip Open Quarter Windows To open the flip op...

Page 116: ...rear quarter vent windows operate with the ignition in the ON or ACC positions The vent windows are controlled by the right and left switches located on the door panel Press the indented side of the...

Page 117: ...could result in a collision injuring yourself and others 96 Side View Mirrors Close your door and adjust the driver s seat to the most comfortable position before you adjust the side view mirrors If...

Page 118: ...side rearview mirror or look behind you to determine the actual size and distance of objects that appear in the convex mirror 96 Dual Electric Remote Controlled Mirrors If equipped If you have power s...

Page 119: ...right or left mirror by sliding the selector lever towards the right arrow or the left arrow 2 Move the control knob in the direction you want to move the mirror 3 Return the selector lever to the mid...

Page 120: ...torage compartment is included below the radio for storage of your discs or cassettes There is also a compact disc and cassette storage insert in the storage compartment located under the front passen...

Page 121: ...le features are detailed in the following illustration To open the console lid lift up on the latch toward the rear of the console If your vehicle has the CD changer a dealer installed option this con...

Page 122: ...tch but not release it with the power door lock system 2 Reach under the license plate light shield and release the liftgate latch by squeezing the paddle handle rearward 3 To make the gate swing up t...

Page 123: ...l of vehicles with this option and pull downward 2 When you have pulled down the liftgate enough so that you can reach the license plate light shield push the shield down and forward to close the latc...

Page 124: ...net Attach the loops on the four corners of the net to the four retainers on the cargo area rear quarter panels Pull on the net to be sure that it is fastened securely RWARNING Be sure to secure all...

Page 125: ...Controls and Features The rear cargo net 4 1996...

Page 126: ...lifted for Illuminated Entry only taking the key IN or OUT of the ignition switch the Keyless Entry keypad is used the Remote Entry transmitter is activated Remote Entry System If equipped If your ve...

Page 127: ...ontrol a second time within five seconds of unlocking the driver s door Locking the doors To lock all the doors press the LOCK control If you would like a signal that the doors have been locked press...

Page 128: ...ights for 25 seconds You can turn these lights off with the LOCK button or by turning the ignition to the RUN position Replacing the batteries The remote is powered by two coin type three volt lithium...

Page 129: ...dealer for reprogramming of your remote entry system This is necessary to prevent further unauthorized use of the lost remote Additional remotes may be purchased from your dealer remote entry system w...

Page 130: ...ated entry timer will not turn off the courtesy lamps if they have been turned on by the door and or dimmer switch Autolock The Autolock feature is part of your remote entry system and is enabled at t...

Page 131: ...mes 3 Turn ignition from ON ACC to OFF 4 Press power door UNLOCK three times 5 Turn ignition from OFF to ON ACC A horn chirp indicates the activate deactivate feature mode is entered 6 Press power doo...

Page 132: ...y from the ignition 2 Lock the doors by using the power door lock switch The alarm indicator light will now glow steadily 4 Close all doors and liftgate The alarm indicator light will then remain on s...

Page 133: ...has armed 96 Disarming an Untriggered Anti Theft System You can disarm the system by unlocking either front door or the liftgate with your door key Turn the key all the way to the end of travel or the...

Page 134: ...transmitter using the PANIC button of the remote entry transmitter NOTE The flashing lights and honking horn will shut off automatically approximately two minutes and 45 seconds after the system is t...

Page 135: ...4 Release the bar to latch the seat in its new position Make sure the seat locks securely in place RWARNING Never adjust the driver s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving RWARNING Do not pile c...

Page 136: ...w people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly 6 Using the power seats if...

Page 137: ...equipped If your vehicle is equipped with this option you can inflate a lumbar support pad in the seat back To inflate the lumbar pad push the raised side of the rocker switch To deflate push the rec...

Page 138: ...ld it in place 3 Lean against the back of the seat and adjust it to the position you want 4 Release the handle to lock the seatback in position 5 To return the seatback to upright position lift the ha...

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Page 140: ...ding and unloading groceries briefcases passengers etc through the driver s door To return the driver seat to its previous position and seatback angle 1 Push the seatback to move the seat assembly rea...

Page 141: ...nder the seat and in the tracks for possible obstructions RWARNING DO NOT DRIVE THE VEHICLE WITH THE TIP SLIDE SEAT UNLATCHED To move the seat forward or backward 1 Find the adjustment bar underneath...

Page 142: ...the rear of the vehicle the passenger side second row bucket seatback can be tilted forward To tilt seat forward 1 Put the seatback in the upright position 2 Lift upward on the handle on the right ou...

Page 143: ...rd position and extra leg room when adjusted rearward Rotate the release handle upward to unlatch The release handle is located on the right side of the seat near the floor Adjust to the desired seat...

Page 144: ...aints all the way up then push the buttons on the head restraint guides and lift the head restraints out 2nd Row Seat To convert the seat to a bed 1 Unlatch the seat bed lever located on the right han...

Page 145: ...While in front of the seat pull the release lever up slightly raise the seatback then push the seat bottom rearward until the seatback is in the full upright and locked position 2 Make sure the safety...

Page 146: ...convert the seat to a bed 1 From the rear of the vehicle pull down on the release lever located on the right hand side of the seat and at the same time pull the seatback rearward 2 Push down at the to...

Page 147: ...ull the release lever down and at the same time lift the seatback up Raise the seatback to the full upright and locked position 2 Make sure the safety belts are free and available for use RWARNING The...

Page 148: ...seat near the floor up and rearward causing the latch hooks to disengage from the rear floor attachments 2 While lifting the handles lift the seat at the rear and rotate entire seat assembly forward...

Page 149: ...oper seat engagement Never attempt to adjust the seat while the vehicle is in motion Two and Three Passenger Bench Seat Assemblies NOTE It is easiest to remove reinstall both the second and third row...

Page 150: ...Figure 1 Second row detachable anchor detached position 0 1996...

Page 151: ...r belt clip the end of the belt to the stationary portion of the shoulder belt coming out of the trim see Figure 2 The end of the shoulder belt must be clipped in order to keep it from striking anythi...

Page 152: ...he seat near the floor For the second row bench seat lift the latch handles up and rearward For the third row bench seat just lift the latch handles The latch hooks will disengage from the rear floor...

Page 153: ...at floor attachments 2 With the seatback in a folded and latched position except for bench seats equipped with built in child safety seat place the seat assembly in your vehicle Tip the seat assembly...

Page 154: ...atch handle A slight downward pressure on the seatback bench seat only will reduce effort on the latch Rotate the seatback upward until the latch re engages RWARNING When reinstalling a rear seat in y...

Page 155: ...er adjust the driver s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving RWARNING Always latch the vehicle seat to the floor whether the seat is occupied or empty If not latched the seat may cause injury du...

Page 156: ...eat Storage Compartment Ltd Only If equipped The underseat storage compartment is located underneath the front passenger seat It can be opened by pulling up and toward the instrument panel The underse...

Page 157: ...e shoulder belt is snug against the chest the knees are straight forward See the following sections in this chapter for directions on how to properly use these safety belts Also see Safety Restraints...

Page 158: ...der 3 Never use a single belt for more than one person RWARNING Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips RWARNING Children should always ride with...

Page 159: ...eceives an impact of 5 mph 8 km h or more the lap shoulder belt locks and helps reduce your forward movement After you get into your vehicle close the door and lock it Then adjust the seat to the posi...

Page 160: ...up or down until the belt rests on your shoulder near your neck Release the button and make sure the adjuster is firmly seated in one of the five 5 positions The shoulder belt height adjuster Combinat...

Page 161: ...at 1 Disengage the safety belt from the seat by inserting a key or small screwdriver into the slot provided on the detachable anchor see Figure 1 When this shoulder belt assembly is free of the seat a...

Page 162: ...Figure 1 Second row bench seat detachable anchor 0 1996...

Page 163: ...installing seats After re installing the second row bench seat make sure that the safety belt is not twisted before you insert it into the detachable anchor A twisted safety belt may cause the retrac...

Page 164: ...ating mode the shoulder belt retractor will allow the occupant freedom of movement locking tight only on hard braking hard cornering or impacts of approximately five mph 8 km h or more Automatic Locki...

Page 165: ...When the combination lap shoulder belt is unbuckled and allowed to retract completely the retractor will switch back to the vehicle sensitive emergency locking mode See detailed instructions under Sa...

Page 166: ...belt assemblies used in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced However if the collision was minor and a qualified technician finds that the belts do not show damage and continue to operate prop...

Page 167: ...ental air bag system does not provide restraint to the lower body 96 The Importance of Wearing Safety Belts RWARNING All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always wear their safety b...

Page 168: ...seat stand near the glove compartment of the instrument panel or lean over near the air bag cover when the vehicle is moving All occupants should sit with their backs against the seatback move the sea...

Page 169: ...roper use of seat belts child seats and infant seats please read the other sections of this chapter of the Owner Guide especially sections entitled Safety Belts for Children and Safety Seats for Child...

Page 170: ...ize and weight head on at about 28 mph 45 km h Because the system senses the crash severity rather than vehicle speed some frontal collisions at speeds above 28 mph 45 km h will not inflate the air ba...

Page 171: ...Seating and Safety Restraints Inflated driver side air bag 0 1996...

Page 172: ...only once The system is designed to function on a one time only basis If the air bag is inflated THE AIR BAG WILL NOT FUNCTION AGAIN AND MUST BE REPLACED IMMEDIATELY If the air bag is not replaced thi...

Page 173: ...seconds and then turn off This indicates that the system is operating normally NOTE Maintenance of the air bag system is not required 96 A problem with the system is indicated by one or more of the f...

Page 174: ...these children Check your local and state laws for specific requirements RWARNING Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving The passenger cannot protect the chi...

Page 175: ...96 Built In Child Seat If equipped The second row bench seat may include two optional built in child safety seats one on the driver side and one on the passenger side This child restraint is to be use...

Page 176: ...the shoulder belts are pulled all the way out The retractor will switch back to emergency locking mode when the belts are unbuckled and the shoulder belts retract completely The automatic locking mod...

Page 177: ...ear them RWARNING Failure to follow all of the instructions on the use of this child restraint system can result in your child striking the vehicle s interior during a sudden stop or crash How to use...

Page 178: ...ull child seat down completely Refer to Figure 1 The child seat can only be folded down when the head restraint is in the down position The head restraint cannot be raised when the child seat is folde...

Page 179: ...Figure 2 Check the child s size weight and age to be sure the child is not too small or too large for the child seat Then fold the flap down onto the adult seat cushion 6 E Figure 2 Child seat inform...

Page 180: ...acement on the child NOTE Read the following steps carefully to become familiar with the indicator windows located on each safety belt tongue and the chest clip When either of the tongues or the chest...

Page 181: ...safety belt tongue into the single opening of the crotch safety belt buckle as shown in Figure 4 It does not matter which tongue is inserted first Then insert the other tongue The color green must ap...

Page 182: ...in place on the child s chest The color green must appear in the indicator window when fastened The purpose of this clip is to position the shoulder belts correctly on the child s shoulders Refer to F...

Page 183: ...Seating and Safety Restraints Figure 5 Securing the chest clip 0 1996...

Page 184: ...buckle and chest clip 8 Pull left shoulder belt fully out to put the retractor into the lock mode Allow belts to retract and fit snugly The purpose of the lock mode is to prevent the child from gettin...

Page 185: ...lide the shoulder belts off the child s shoulders and remove the child Refer back to Figure 3 To fold up the child seat 1 Fold the protector flap onto the child seat cushion 2 Push the built in child...

Page 186: ...Built in child seats not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted Built in child seat maintenance Regularly inspect the lap and s...

Page 187: ...seat manufacturer s instructions when installing and using the safety seat Ford recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether strap Install the child safety seat in a seating position...

Page 188: ...and use the safety belts Children weighing less than 40 lbs 18 kg always should use child or infant seats 96 RWARNING When installing forward facing child seats in the front seat always move the passe...

Page 189: ...d seat with the tongue between the child seat and the release button as shown in the following illustration Installing Child Safety Seats in the Front Seat and Rear Window Passenger Seating Positions...

Page 190: ...quipped with a dual locking mode retractor use the following procedure 1 Position the child seat in the center of passenger seat 2 Pull down on shoulder belt then grasp shoulder belt and lap belt toge...

Page 191: ...lding the shoulder and lap belt portions together route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer s instructions See Figure 2 Be sure that the belt webbing is not twis...

Page 192: ...e by pulling on the tongue Buckling the belt 5 Grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until all of the belt is extracted and a click is heard At this time the retractor is in the aut...

Page 193: ...the belt retracts This indicates the retractor is in the automatic locking mode Pull on the lap belt portion across the child seat towards the buckle and continue to pull up on the shoulder belt port...

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Page 195: ...and Safety Restraints 7 Before placing the child into the child seat forcibly tilt the seat from side to side and in forward directions to make sure that the seat is securely held in place See Figure...

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Page 197: ...See Figure 8 Checking the retractor 9 Check to make sure that the seat is properly secured prior to each use If the retractor is not locked repeat steps 5 through 8 NOTE To remove retractor from the a...

Page 198: ...instructions 4 Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle for the center seating position until you hear a snap and feel it latch Make sure the tongue is securely fastened to the buckle by pulling...

Page 199: ...ufacturer of your child safety seat for information about ordering a tether strap You can attach a tether strap to the front passenger or second row seats by using the built in tether anchors provided...

Page 200: ...Three tether strap anchor locations have been provided in your vehicle They are as follows Tether strap anchor locations 0 1996...

Page 201: ...vided on the back of the seat cushion frame Refer to Figure 1 Figure 1 Tether anchor location Front passenger seat SECOND ROW BENCH if equipped SEATING POSITION You must use one of the two tether stra...

Page 202: ...Figure 2 Tether anchor location second row bench seat with built in child safety seat 0 1996...

Page 203: ...Seating and Safety Restraints Figure 3 Tether anchor location second row bench seat without built in child safety seat 0 1996...

Page 204: ...locations shown in the illustrations The tether anchor may not perform properly if the wrong mounting location is used Once you have attached the safety seat test the seat before you place the child...

Page 205: ...engine 6 Before you start your vehicle always 6 1 Make sure you and all your passengers buckle your safety belts See Safety belts in the Index for more details 6 2 Make sure the headlamps and other a...

Page 206: ...mperatures above 10 F 12 C If the engine does not start in five 5 seconds on the first try turn the key to OFF wait approximately ten 10 seconds so you do not flood the engine then try again 6 For a w...

Page 207: ...start the fuel pump shut off switch may have been activated For directions on how to reset the switch see Fuel Pump Shut Off Switch in the index A computer system controls the engine s idle rpm When y...

Page 208: ...the heater in at least three hours before you start your vehicle Using the heater for longer than three hours will not damage the engine so you can leave it plugged in all night to start your vehicle...

Page 209: ...ns of leaks it should be repaired immediately 6 Improve your ventilation by keeping all air intake vents clear of snow leaves and other objects If the engine idles while you are stopped in an open are...

Page 210: ...Wheel Anti lock Brakes The Anti lock Brake System ABS prevents wheels from completely locking up by automatically releasing and re applying the brakes During ABS braking slight brake pedal pulsations...

Page 211: ...i 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 NOTE If a fault occurs in the anti lock sys...

Page 212: ...the squeal becomes very loud or if it becomes more frequent return the vehicle to your dealer for inspection RWARNING Modifications to the suspension spring rates and or vehicle ride height may adver...

Page 213: ...rake is a hand operated lever located on the floor of your vehicle just to the right of the driver s seat To set the parking brake while parking your vehicle press the brake pedal with your right foot...

Page 214: ...pping distance will increase greatly 96 Steering Your Vehicle Your vehicle has power steering Power steering uses energy from the engine to help steer your vehicle Never hold the steering wheel in the...

Page 215: ...he gearshift lever in any one of several positions The steering column gearshift RWARNING Hold the brake pedal down while you move the gearshift lever from position to position If you do not hold the...

Page 216: ...key 2 Apply the parking brake 3 Reinsert the ignition key and turn it to the first position OFF 4 Depress the brake pedal move the gearshift lever to N Neutral and start the engine If you need to shif...

Page 217: ...d is reached When to use D Drive with the Overdrive Off button activated You will notice that there is only one drive position on your gearshift indicator instead of Drive and Overdrive However you wi...

Page 218: ...additional engine braking on downgrades This position provides Second and First gear operation only When to use 1 First Use 1 First to provide maximum engine braking on steep downgrades Upshifts from...

Page 219: ...Vehicle Loading Information Your vehicle s load capacity is designated by weight not volume so you cannot necessarily use all the available space Maximum safe vehicle weights as well as tire sizes rim...

Page 220: ...y a load Base Curb Weight Payload GVW Gross Vehicle Weight GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating GCWR Gross Combined Weight Rating Base Curb Weight The base curb weight is the...

Page 221: ...k that is loaded down in the rear and riding high in the front This is a dangerous condition that usually means that the rear suspension components are under severe strain and that vehicle handling is...

Page 222: ...ht Rating GCWR The GCWR is the maximum allowable weight of the towing vehicle and the loaded trailer including all cargo and passengers 96 Calculating the Payload for Your Vehicle To know how much wei...

Page 223: ...ehicle at the front and rear wheels Finally weigh the trailer separately if applicable Trailers Towing a trailer safely means having the proper weight on the tongue usually 10 15 of the trailer weight...

Page 224: ...r dealer or a reliable trailer dealer 96 Hitches For towing trailers up to 2 000 lbs 907 kg use a good weight carrying hitch and hitch ball which uniformly distributes the trailer tongue load through...

Page 225: ...tail lamps Each stop turn circuit will operate one combination stop turn light bulb 1157 3157 2357 or 3357 on the trailer Never add more than one trailer light bulb to one circuit RWARNING Always rep...

Page 226: ...bottom of the steering wheel and move it in the direction you want the rear of the trailer to swing Slight movement of the steering wheel results in a much larger movement of the rear of the trailer...

Page 227: ...another person place the wheel chocks under the trailer wheels 3 With the chocks in place release the foot service brake pedal making sure the chocks are holding 4 Apply the parking brake by pressing...

Page 228: ...ceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or its Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR front and rear The GVWR and GAWR are located on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the driver s door pi...

Page 229: ...behave differently than anticipated especially when road conditions vary For example even with anti lock brakes extreme braking can make it difficult to control the direction of the vehicle Use a squ...

Page 230: ...tended periods of time may result in damage to vehicle components Ford Motor Company recommends obeying posted speed limits RWARNING Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph 55 km h The tires may fail an...

Page 231: ...our vehicle will not stop as quickly as usual After you drive through the standing water apply your brakes gently several times as your vehicle moves slowly to help dry the brakes Rocking the Vehicle...

Page 232: ...n the front axle and rear axle should never be more than the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for the respective axle The load capacities of your vehicle s tires affect the GVWR or GAWR limitations Using...

Page 233: ...ou tow Carefully and thoroughly prepare your vehicle for towing making sure to use the right equipment and to attach it properly See Preparing to Tow in this section Use extra caution when driving you...

Page 234: ...ey will not drain the battery excessively If the flashers run for longer than two hours or if your battery is not fully charged your battery may be drained to the point where the vehicle will not star...

Page 235: ...the ignition to the OFF position 2 Check under the vehicle for leaking fuel 3 If you do not see or smell fuel push the fuel pump shut off reset button down If the red button is already set you may hav...

Page 236: ...e Before you replace or repair any electrical parts check the appropriate fuses Fuse panel location The following charts tell you which fuses protect each electrical part of your vehicle If a fuse blo...

Page 237: ...eck a fuse find the fuse panel for the electrical system which is located under the instrument panel and follow these steps 1 To remove the fuse panel cover pull down on the fuse panel cover handle Fu...

Page 238: ...Roadside Emergencies 2 On the fuse panel find the number of the fuse you want to check Main fuse panel under instrument panel 52 1996...

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Page 240: ...Roadside Emergencies 52 1996...

Page 241: ...he correct amperage rating B Fuse puller tool and fuse RWARNING Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire d...

Page 242: ...Roadside Emergencies The following chart indicates the colors and amperage ratings of standard fuses 52 1996...

Page 243: ...96 Engine Compartment Main Fuse Panel Engine compartment main fuse panel located on driver s side of engine compartment Engine compartment main fuse and relay panel 52 1996...

Page 244: ...Roadside Emergencies 52 1996...

Page 245: ...the cause of the overload condition is corrected RWARNING Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage...

Page 246: ...side of the road Park on a level spot turn off the ignition set the parking brake and turn on the hazard flashers Using the Spare Tire Your vehicle has a temporary spare tire unless you ordered the op...

Page 247: ...heavier than the maximum vehicle load rating listed on the tire decal tow a trailer use tire chains try to repair the temporary spare tire or remove it from its wheel use the wheel for any other type...

Page 248: ...e cover to expose the hex nut The spare tire cover 2 Find the lug wrench in the tool kit located behind the jack in the right cargo area side panel 3 Fit the hex shaped end of the lug wrench over the...

Page 249: ...he spare tire retainer can be seen for removal 5 Remove the retainer from the center of the wheel It may be necessary to lift one end of the tire to disengage the retainer 16 wheels only Lift one end...

Page 250: ...of the front wheels is off the ground the transaxle alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack even if the vehicle is in P Park RWARNING To prevent the vehicle from movin...

Page 251: ...behind the wheel cover of the tire to be changed and gently pry it off When you want to replace the wheel cover simply align the valve stem to the slot in the cover and press it back on To replace wh...

Page 252: ...ace 15 aluminum wheel ornament align the pry off notch with one of the five mounds on the wheel face Hit the ornament with your palm while keeping the ornament against the wheel until the ornament is...

Page 253: ...to install wheel covers or wheel ornaments Wheel cover removal optional cast aluminum wheels 4 Fit the hex shaped end of the lug wrench over the wheel lug nuts and loosen them one half turn countercl...

Page 254: ...Roadside Emergencies A Anti theft lug nut 5 Fit the jack under the proper jacking point indicated by the notch in the bottom of the door frame panel The notches for the jack 52 1996...

Page 255: ...Jack placement NOTE If your vehicle is equipped with running boards refer to the following illustration before jacking 52 1996...

Page 256: ...Roadside Emergencies 52 1996...

Page 257: ...acing the jack on the torsion bar within axle or front or rear suspension components Serious damage to these components may occur 6 Your vehicle may be equipped with one of two types of jack and handl...

Page 258: ...nut wrench 9 Remove the flat tire and replace it with the spare tire 10 Place the wheel lug nuts on the spare tire Use the lug nut wrench to screw the lug nuts snug against the wheel but do not tight...

Page 259: ...u have the optional aluminum wheel press the center wheel cap into place after matching up the design of the wheel cap to the wheel 14 Replace the jack in the storage compartment and make sure the jac...

Page 260: ...tion underneath the vehicle If your vehicle has 16 wheels lift one end of the tire route the cable end through the center of the wheel and install the 16 wheel retainer NOTE The hex nut ratchets when...

Page 261: ...charging a battery always shield your face and eyes Make sure that you can breathe fresh air 96 RWARNING Applying too much pressure on the ends when lifting a battery could cause acid to spill Lift t...

Page 262: ...al parts if you connect them to a 24 volt power supply either two 12 volt batteries in series or a 24 volt motor generator set 2 Do not disconnect the battery of the vehicle that needs a jump start Yo...

Page 263: ...nnect the other end of the first cable to the positive terminal of the booster battery 3 Connect one end of the second cable to the negative s terminal of the booster battery NOT to the dead battery 4...

Page 264: ...Roadside Emergencies Jumper Cable Placement 3 0L 52 1996...

Page 265: ...Jumper Cable Placement 3 8L 52 1996...

Page 266: ...When both vehicles are running let them idle for a few minutes to charge the dead battery Take the jumper cables off in the following order 1 Remove the negative s end of the jumper cable from the met...

Page 267: ...r your roadside assistance center When calling for a tow truck tell the operator what kind of vehicle you have A towing manual is available from Ford Motor Company for all authorized tow truck operato...

Page 268: ...utine service for your vehicle easy 6 This chapter tells you about the basic parts that you need to check and service regularly If you need professional servicing see the chapter on Customer Assistanc...

Page 269: ...ngine is off 6 RWARNING Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P Park Turn off the ignition whenever you leave your vehicle 6 RWARNING Always remove the key from...

Page 270: ...r located below the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel Hood release lever location 2 Go to the front of the vehicle and release the secondary hood latch under the hood in the front cen...

Page 271: ...he slotted hole in the hood Place the rod in its retaining clip and close the hood with enough force to make it latch Be sure to oil the hood latch every six months to maintain smooth operation 6 2 Tr...

Page 272: ...Engine Compartment Your vehicle has a 3 0 liter SFI V 6 engine or an optional 3 8 liter SPI V 6 engine The following illustrations show diagrams of your engine and where you can find items you should...

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Page 274: ...Maintenance and Care 0 1996...

Page 275: ...aying the American Petroleum Institute CERTIFICATION MARK on the front of the container Use only engine oils displaying the American Petroleum Institute CERTIFICATION MARK on the front of the containe...

Page 276: ...important for safe engine operation check the oil using the dipstick each time you put fuel in your vehicle Remember the engine must be off the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be parked on leve...

Page 277: ...r vehicle s warranty coverage may not apply if engine damage is caused by the use of improper engine oil 6 Add engine oil through the oil filler cap highlighted in yellow To add oil remove the filler...

Page 278: ...ake pads wear Check the brake fluid at least once a year You can do this by looking at the fluid level in the plastic reservoir on the master cylinder The fluid level should be at or near the MAX mark...

Page 279: ...el is 0 30 or more below the MAX line 6 Do not fill the reservoir above the MAX line 6 If you find that the fluid level is excessively low below the seam or ridge on the outside of the plastic reservo...

Page 280: ...e washers 6 RWARNING Do not put windshield washer fluid in the container for the engine coolant Windshield washer fill location 96 Use specially formulated windshield washer fluid rather than plain wa...

Page 281: ...lant 6 Checking the Engine Coolant Your vehicle s engine coolant protects the engine from overheating in the summer and from freezing in the winter Check the level of the engine coolant at least once...

Page 282: ...antifreeze If you do not use the proper coolant the aluminum radiator on your vehicle will corrode 6 Whenever you remove the radiator cap make sure that you also check the condition of the radiator c...

Page 283: ...turn and remove cap 5 Stand away from the radiator opening while removing the cap Hot steam may blow out or hot engine coolant may splash out 6 Freezing Protection 6 The factory installed solution of...

Page 284: ...a warm day If coolant concentration is outside this range you may lose corrosion and rust protection for the metals in your engine cooling system NOTE Do not use an engine coolant that does not meet a...

Page 285: ...r you have to add more than a quart liter at a time 6 Checking Hoses 6 Inspect all engine and heater system hoses for deterioration leaks and loose clamps before adding or replacing engine coolant Mak...

Page 286: ...off 6 4 Check the fluid level in the power steering fluid reservoir The power steering fluid cap 5 If the power steering fluid is low add fluid in small amounts continuously checking the level until...

Page 287: ...Fluid Under normal circumstances you need to change the fluid at 30 000 miles 48 000 km for normal operating conditions or 21 000 miles 34 000 km for severe duty However if the transaxle is not workin...

Page 288: ...dipstick out and read the fluid level When checking fluid at normal operating temperature the fluid level should be within the crosshatched area on the dipstick B The automatic transmission dipstick...

Page 289: ...standards for disposing of these types of fluids Call your local recycling center to find out about recycling automotive fluids 6 NOTE Always use Motorcraft MERCONH or equivalent MERCONH automatic tr...

Page 290: ...al equipment battery it should not require water addition during its normal life of service however for severe service usage or in high temperature climates check your battery electrolyte level at lea...

Page 291: ...ng 6 If the acid touches someone s skin eyes or clothing immediately flush the area with water for at least 15 minutes If someone swallows the acid have him or her drink lots of milk or water first th...

Page 292: ...e windshield and into an upright position This service position allows you easy access to the blades from either side of your vehicle 6 To reach the wiper blades easily turn the ignition switch to ACC...

Page 293: ...take these precautions your tires may fail or go flat 6 RWARNING Always obey posted speed limits If you drive too fast for road conditions you could lose control of your vehicle Under some circumstanc...

Page 294: ...differently To make sure your tires wear evenly and last longer rotate them as indicated in the following diagram Rotating the tires 6 If your vehicle has the optional full size spare tire you may ro...

Page 295: ...size tires never mix radial bias belted or bias type tires Use only the tire sizes that are listed on the tire pressure decal Make sure that all tires are the same size speed rating and load carrying...

Page 296: ...w vehicles are fitted with tires that have their Tire Quality Grade described below molded into the tire s sidewall These Tire Quality Grades are determined by standards that the United States Departm...

Page 297: ...formance Warning The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking straight ahead traction tests and does not include cornering turning traction 6 Temperature A B C The temperature grades a...

Page 298: ...her types may damage your vehicle 6 Put chains on tightly with the ends held down securely Follow the chain manufacturer s instructions 6 Drive slowly If you can hear the chains rub or bang against yo...

Page 299: ...ops before completely removing the cap Otherwise fuel may spray out and injure you or others 6 2 Make sure that you pump unleaded fuel and put the nozzle all the way inside the fuel filler pipe NOTE T...

Page 300: ...uel tank can damage the fuel system or cause it to work improperly in a collision 6 NOTE If you replace your fuel cap with an aftermarket fuel filler cap the customer warranty may be void for any dama...

Page 301: ...be concerned if your vehicle sometimes knocks lightly However if it knocks heavily under most driving conditions on the recommended octane fuel see your dealer or a qualified service technician to pre...

Page 302: ...eath if misused or mishandled 6 Gasoline and other automotive fuels are extremely flammable Turn your vehicle off and do not smoke while refueling your vehicle Keep sparks and other sources of ignitio...

Page 303: ...If fuel is splashed on the skin promptly remove contaminated clothing and wash the skin thoroughly with soap and water 6 Fuels can cause severe eye irritation and possibly eye damage If fuel is splas...

Page 304: ...o the engine 6 Fuel Economy 6 Fuel economy is an estimate of the efficiency of your vehicle and can be calculated as Miles Per Gallon MPG or Liters Per 100 Kilometers L 100K To calculate the fuel econ...

Page 305: ...u will achieve the fuel economy shown 6 Improving Fuel Economy You can improve the fuel economy for your vehicle in three ways 1 Maintain your vehicle effectively A well tuned properly maintained vehi...

Page 306: ...educe fuel economy 96 Emission Control System 6 Your vehicle is equipped with a catalytic converter which enables your vehicle to comply with applicable exhaust emission requirements 6 To make sure th...

Page 307: ...tch for fluid leaks strange odors smoke and loss of oil pressure Also watch for the charge warning light the check engine light or the temperature warning light These sometimes indicate that the emiss...

Page 308: ...equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability It is the owner s responsibility to determine the equivalency of such parts Please consult your warranty booklet for compl...

Page 309: ...the OBD II system 6 The driving modes required to reach the ready condition consist of a minimum of 30 minutes of city and highway driving as described below 6 At least twenty minutes driving in stop...

Page 310: ...amp bulb carefully and keep out of children s reach Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch the glass The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the headlamps...

Page 311: ...ulb in place 6 4 Carefully remove the bulb assembly from its socket by gently pulling it rearward without turning 6 5 Do not touch the bulb with your skin or you could shatter the bulb Always grasp th...

Page 312: ...the grooves are aligned push the bulb into the socket until the plastic base contacts the rear of the socket Do not touch the glass with your fingers 2 Snap the retaining clip over the plastic base 6...

Page 313: ...fingers at point B and pull side of lens out until snap attachment releases Taillamp lens removal 4 Grasp lens along liftgate opening edge and pull straight rearward until snap attachment releases 5 R...

Page 314: ...n position 2 Install socket into lamp by aligning socket to lamp and turning clockwise until locked in place 3 Align pins along liftgate edge with holes in body and snap attachment into retainer 4 Roc...

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Page 316: ...The Fog Lamp Bulb To remove a bulb 1 Disconnect wiring connector from lamp 2 Rotate bulb and socket to remove from lamp 6 To install a bulb 1 Install bulb and socket into lamp and rotate 2 Connect wi...

Page 317: ...96 Bulb replacement chart 6 0 1996...

Page 318: ...vehicle is exposed to chemical industrial fallout 6 Paint damage resulting from fallout is not related to a defect in paint materials or workmanship and therefore is not covered by warranty Ford howe...

Page 319: ...elts 6 Clean the safety belts with any mild soap solution that is recommended for cleaning upholstery or carpets Do not bleach or dye the belt webbing because this may weaken it 6 Your Built In Child...

Page 320: ...g wipe the surface with a soft damp cloth For more thorough cleaning wipe the surface with a leather cleaner of a mild soap 6 Fabric 6 Remove dust and loose dirt with a whisk broom or a vacuum cleaner...

Page 321: ...l Information label are designed to operate on California reformulated gasolines If California reformulated gasoline is not available when you refuel your vehicle can be operated on non California fue...

Page 322: ...ust be reinstalled in the same cylinder Cyliners 1 2 and 3 have a PG suffix Cylinders 4 5 and 6 have a P suffix If any spark plug needs to be replaced use only spark plugs with the service part number...

Page 323: ...ts 11 3 liters 13 2 liters Engine oil With filter change Without filter change 4 5 qts 4 0 qts 4 3 liters 3 8 liters 4 5 qts 4 0 qts 4 3 liters 3 8 liters Automatic transaxle fluid 12 25 qts 11 6 lite...

Page 324: ...9549 AA ESE M97B44 A Engine Oil Motorcraft Super Premium 5W30 XO 5W30 QSP ESE M2C153 F and API Certification Mark Hood Latch and Auxiliary Catch Door and Liftgate Hinges Multi Purpose Grease Spray D7A...

Page 325: ...nts 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 problem...

Page 326: ...ill cover the following 4 Mount your spare if you have a flat tire 4 Jump start your battery if it is dead 4 Unlock your vehicle if you are locked out 4 Bring you fuel if you run out 4 Tow your vehicl...

Page 327: ...n is our 1 goal If you have questions or concerns with your vehicle we suggest you follow these steps 1 Contact your Sales Representative or Service Advisor at your selling servicing dealership 2 If t...

Page 328: ...nter needs the following information 5 your telephone number s both business and home 6 the name of the dealer and the city where the dealership is located 6 the year and make of your vehicle 6 the da...

Page 329: ...es Does the Board Review The Board reviews all product performance and service complaints on Ford Mercury and Lincoln cars and Ford and Mercury light trucks under warranty that have not been resolved...

Page 330: ...tes for Board membership are recruited and trained by an independent consulting firm Dealers are chosen because of their business leadership qualities If the involved vehicle is within 36 months and 3...

Page 331: ...at may be initiated 6 How Do You Contact the Board 6 Write to the Board at the following address to request a brochure that contains an application 6 You will be sent a brochure and a one page custome...

Page 332: ...contacted at the dealership a description of the action you want taken to resolve your concern 6 Should your case NOT qualify for review a letter of explanation will be mailed to you 96 Getting Help O...

Page 333: ...ur 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 contact...

Page 334: ...where you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford and the dealer to resolve a factory related vehicle service concern have been unsatisfactory Ford of Canada participates in an impartial third party...

Page 335: ...e parties make decisions and where appropriate render awards to resolve disputes CAMVAP decisions are fast fair and final as the arbitrator s award is binding on both you and Ford of Canada 6 CAMVAP s...

Page 336: ...ehicle Some of the available accessories are listed below Safety Comfort and Convenience Comfort and Convenience Engine Block Heater Standard in Canada Remote Keyless Entry Protection and Appearance E...

Page 337: ...or specific weight information NOTE Devices that emit radio frequency RF energy such as AM FM radios mobile communication systems two way radios telephones and radio controlled security systems are su...

Page 338: ...themselves be damaged or their operation affected by the operation of the vehicle Citizens band CB transceivers garage door openers and other transmitters whose power output is 5 watts or less ordinar...

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Page 349: ...69 passenger air bag 169 proper seating 168 service and information labels 169 tone generator 173 wearing safety belts 167 Air cleaner filter location 273 Air conditioning manual heating and air condi...

Page 350: ...system see Headlamps 104 Autolock 130 Automatic transaxle driving with 216 fluid adding 290 fluid checking 288 289 fluid refill capacities 324 fluid specification 325 B Backing up 217 Basic vehicle w...

Page 351: ...ht 11 18 143 fluid checking and adding 279 fluid refill capacities 279 fluid specifications 279 325 front disc 211 if brakes do not grip well 213 lubricant specifications 325 master cylinder 279 new b...

Page 352: ...lectronic sound system 43 48 60 63 Catalytic converter 307 CD player see Electronic sound system 36 Changing a tire 247 Charging system warning light 15 Childproof locks 110 Child safety restraints 17...

Page 353: ...nel 71 320 instrument panel lens 320 interior 321 interior lamps 321 plastic parts 320 polishing 319 rustproofing 320 safety belts 320 tail lamps 320 upholstery and interior trim 321 washing 319 waxin...

Page 354: ...ll capacities 324 specifications 283 325 temperature gauge 22 warnings 282 Cupholder s 90 Customer Assistance Center Ford U S 332 Customer Assistance Centre Ford of Canada 339 D Daytime running light...

Page 355: ...onic sound system 60 Electronic sound system antenna 90 tuning the radio 31 43 61 warranty and service information 69 Electronic stereo cassette radio see Electronic sound system 60 Electronic stereo...

Page 356: ...6 preparing for storage 328 proper solution 278 284 285 290 recovery reservoir 273 282 specifications 325 temperature gauge 22 Engine coolant temperature gauge 22 Engine fan 269 Engine oil 276 changin...

Page 357: ...Service Plan 4 Ford Motor Company of Canada 339 Ford of Canada Customer Assistance Centre 339 Foreign registration 337 French owner guides how to obtain 3 Fuel calculating fuel economy 305 capacity 3...

Page 358: ...305 Gauges engine coolant temperature gauge 22 fuel gauge 20 odometer 23 speedometer 23 tachometer 24 trip odometer 23 GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating calculating 223 definition 222 233 driving with a h...

Page 359: ...tem 104 bulb specification 318 checking alignment 311 cleaning 320 daytime running lights 88 flashing 95 high beam 94 replacing bulbs 311 turning on and off 86 warning chime 88 Head restraints 141 Hea...

Page 360: ...the key 92 Indicator lamp module 25 Indicator lights and chimes see Lights 7 Infant seats see Safety seats 174 187 Instrument cluster 11 Instrument panel cleaning 71 320 lighting up panel and interior...

Page 361: ...lamps 87 hazard flashers 100 headlamps 86 high beams 94 illuminated entry system 130 illuminated mirrors 108 instrument panel dimming 89 interior lamps 89 map lamps 106 trailer 226 Lane change indicat...

Page 362: ...25 Luggage rack 229 Lug nuts anti theft 254 tightening sequence 260 Lumbar support pad 137 M Maintenance schedule and record see separate Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet 3 Maintenance see serv...

Page 363: ...eature remote entry system 128 Parking brake operation 214 warning light 11 18 143 Parts see Motorcraft Parts 323 PCV valve specifications 323 Power door locks 112 Power features door locks 112 lumbar...

Page 364: ...ts safety see Safety restraints adult 135 child 174 infant 174 187 Roadside assistance 331 Roadside emergencies 235 Roof rack 229 Rotating the tires 295 S Safe driving tips 230 Safety Compliance Certi...

Page 365: ...in rear outboard 187 in rear seat 187 tether anchorage hardware 199 Seats 135 adjusting the seats power 136 child safety seats 187 cleaning upholstery 321 head restraints 141 lumbar support 137 Servi...

Page 366: ...if the battery is disabled 262 Steering power 215 Steering wheel horn 99 locking 91 tilting 100 Storage compartments 156 cargo net 124 center console 121 Storing your vehicle 326 Supplemental air bag...

Page 367: ...wing your vehicle 268 using wheel dollies 268 with a tow truck 268 Traction control 86 Trailer towing tips 226 trailer lamps 226 Transaxle automatic operation 216 fluid checking and adding automatic 2...

Page 368: ...rmation 233 Vehicle storage 326 Ventilating your vehicle see Climate control 71 Viscosity see Engine oil 276 Visor see Sunvisor 108 W Warning chimes headlamps on 88 safety belt 12 Warning lights see L...

Page 369: ...ows 113 manual windows operating 113 power windows operating 113 Windshield washing 95 Windshield washer fluid and wipers 95 checking and adding fluid 281 checking and replacing wiper blades 293 liftg...

Page 370: ...Service Station Information 36 1996...

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