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Ford Windstar, Owner'S Manual

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Maintenance and Care

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WARNING

When using snow tires, make sure they are the same size
and grade as the tires you normally use on your vehicle.

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Do not use chains when using a temporary spare. For full size
tires, use chains on the tires only in an emergency or if the law
requires them where you live. When you use the tire chains:

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Make sure the chains are the right size for your tires. Use
only SAE Class “S” chains. Other types may damage your
vehicle.

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Put chains on tightly with the ends held down securely.
Follow the chain manufacturer’s instructions.

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Drive slowly. If you can hear the chains rub or bang against
your vehicle, stop the vehicle and tighten the chains. If you
continue to hear the chains rub or bang against your vehicle,
remove the chains to prevent damage to your vehicle.

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Avoid fully loading your vehicle if possible.

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Remove tire chains at the first opportunity after using them
on snow and ice. Do not use the chains on dry roads.

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Limited chain clearance exists with P215/70R15 tires. If your
vehicle is equipped with these tires, extra care must be observed
to avoid damage with chains.

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Be sure:

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The chains are fully tightened

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The vehicle is driven below 30 MPH (50 km/h)

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The vehicle is lightly loaded

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To avoid sharp turns

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Make sure your suspension insulators and bumpers are not
missing or worn to avoid damage to your vehicle.

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Summary of Contents for Windstar

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Page 3: ...s 81 Seating and Safety Restraints 147 Starting 217 Driving 223 Roadside Emergencies 247 Maintenance and Care 279 Capacities and Specifications 333 Reporting Safety Defects 339 Customer Assistance 341 Accessories 351 Quick Index 357 Index 367 Service Station Information 388 3 43 1996 ...

Page 4: ...be done with you in mind providing better products and services than our competition 6 Continuous improvement is essential to our success We must strive for excellence in everything we do in our products in their safety and value and in our services our human relations our competitiveness and our profitability 6 Employee involvement is our way of life We are a team We must treat one another with t...

Page 5: ...rring obligation 6 NOTES and WARNINGS 6 NOTES give you additional information about the subject matter you are referencing 6 WARNINGS remind you to be especially careful in those areas where carelessness can cause damage to your vehicle or personal injury to yourself your passengers or other people Please read all WARNINGS carefully 6 R WARNING 6 Finding Information in This Guide 5 After you have ...

Page 6: ...intenance Schedule Booklet 6 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 of all services performed 96 About the Warranties 6 Your vehicle is covered by three types of warranties Basic Vehicle Warranty Extended Warranties on certain parts and Emissions Warranties 96 Read y...

Page 7: ...d 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 96 Breaking Your Vehicle In 6 Your new vehicle goes through an adjustment or break in period during the first 1 000 miles 1 600 km that you drive it During the break in period you need to pay careful attention to how you drive your vehicle 96 Avoid sudden sto...

Page 8: ...que specifications at 500 miles 800 km after any wheel change or any other time the wheel lug nuts have been loosened 96 Use only the type of engine oil that Ford recommends See Engine oil recommendations in the Index Do not use special break in oils 6 Your vehicle is equipped with an Electronic Powertrain Control Module that limits engine and or vehicle speeds with a cut out mode to promote durab...

Page 9: ... show the major parts of the instrument panel that are described in this chapter Some items shown may not be on all vehicles 96 Your vehicle has one of the following clusters Mechanical Cluster Mechanical Cluster with a tachometer Electronic Cluster 96 If you are not sure which cluster your vehicle has check the diagrams on the following pages 5 19 1996 ...

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Page 13: ...rking 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 Maintenance and Care The brake system light The BRAKE light normally comes on when you turn the ignition key to the ON or START position to verify that the indicator bulb is working If the light stays on...

Page 14: ...he braking system checked by a qualified service technician as soon as possible 96 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 normal brake function remains operational 3 96 Safety Belt Warning Light and Chime 96 This warning light and chime remind you to fasten your safety belt The following conditions will take place ...

Page 15: ...It will also illuminate when the ignition key is in the ON position and the engine is off The check engine warning light 96 Modifications or additions to the vehicle may cause incorrect operation of the OBD II system Additions such as burglar alarms cellular phones and CB radios must be carefully installed Do not install these devices by tapping into or running wires close to powertrain control sy...

Page 16: ...k Engine Warning Light may turn on and will then set a Diagnostic Trouble Code indicating that the engine was misfiring while the last of the fuel was being consumed After refueling the Check Engine Warning Light will turn off after the vehicle has completed three consecutive warm up cycles without a misfire condition occurring A warm up cycle consists of engine start from a cold condition engine ...

Page 17: ...ates that your battery is not being charged The light illuminates briefly during the display self test every time you turn your ignition key to the ON position The light will go off when the key is turned to the START position The light should stay off when the self test is done if the engine is running and the alternator is charging 96 If the light stays on or illuminates when the engine is runni...

Page 18: ...ere engine damage could result 3 Check the engine s oil level See Checking and Adding Engine Oil in the Maintenance and Care chapter of this Owner Guide If you do not follow these instructions you or others could be injured To ensure an accurate reading your vehicle should be on level ground 4 If the level is low add only as much oil as necessary before you start the engine again Do not overfill D...

Page 19: ... six seconds when the ignition is turned to the ON position to verify that the indicator bulb is working If the light fails to illuminate flashes continuously or remains on have the air bag system serviced as soon as possible The air bag readiness light 3 96 Turn Signal Indicator Lights See Turn Signals in the Controls and Features chapter of this Owner Guide The turn signal indicator lights 5 19 ...

Page 20: ...Optional Chime with Light This light indicates that the level of your washer fluid is low and you have to add more fluid This light comes on briefly after you turn your ignition key from the START to the ON position If the washer fluid is low a one second chime 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 en...

Page 21: ...ndicator light 96 Gauges 7 96 Fuel Gauge The fuel gauge displays approximately how much fuel is in the fuel tank only when the ignition is ON For proper fuel gauge indication after adding fuel the ignition should be in the OFF position while the vehicle is being refueled The fuel gauge indicator may also vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion With the ignition OFF the fuel gauge indicator may...

Page 22: ...20 Fuel gauge base cluster The engine coolant temperature and fuel gauge 5 19 1996 ...

Page 23: ...er to 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 top of the NORMAL band This is also acceptable 96 If under any circumstances the pointer moves above the NORMAL band the engine is overheating and continued operation may cause engine damage 96 I...

Page 24: ...ers could be injured 96 If the coolant continues to overheat have the coolant system serviced 7 96 Speedometer 96 The speedometer tells you how many miles kilometers per hour your vehicle is moving 7 96 Odometer 96 The odometer records the total distance the vehicle has been driven 1 96 Trip Odometer 5 96 The trip odometer records the distance of individual trips Before each trip set the trip odom...

Page 25: ...when the engine 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 speed RPM below a specified limit Engine speed limits may vary based on engine size 96 If you are experiencing an engine cut out condition at high speeds it may be the result of this limiti...

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Page 27: ...W OIL light may remain on throughout the self test and for several seconds after normal readings are displayed This self test demonstrates that all of the display segments are working properly The electronic cluster has three major functions to provide you with information about your vehicle s operating status Warning and Indicator Lights Electronic Gauges The Fuel Computer The electronic cluster ...

Page 28: ... Checking and Adding Engine Oil in the Maintenance and Care chapter of this Owner Guide If you do not follow these instructions you or others could be injured To ensure an accurate reading your vehicle should be on level ground 4 If the level is low add only as much oil as necessary before you start the engine again Do not overfill Do not operate the engine if the light is on regardless of the oil...

Page 29: ...e optional electronic instrument cluster 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 96 This display does not indicate any problems with the speed control but is simply a convenient way of knowing when it is active The speed control light 96 Hazard Flasher Indicator Light This light flashes when you turn on the ...

Page 30: ...s lit the fuel pump symbol on the gauge will flash to warn you of a low fuel level condition If the fuel gauge displays only the top two bars and bottom two bars or if the Distance to Empty function in the fuel computer displays CO or CS you must have the fuel indication system serviced Turn your ignition to OFF while fueling to obtain an accurate fuel gauge indication If you do not turn your igni...

Page 31: ...e The bars will move into the normal operating range as the engine coolant warms up It is acceptable for the bars to fluctuate within the normal operating range under normal driving conditions Under certain driving conditions such as heavy stop and go traffic or driving up hills in hot weather the gauge may indicate at the top of the NORMAL band This is also acceptable If under any circumstances t...

Page 32: ...it requires servicing Take the vehicle to a dealership for service as soon as possible 7 96 Speedometer The electronic speedometer in the left center of the cluster has two displays that indicate how fast your vehicle is moving in miles or kilometers per hour Press the fuel computer E M English Metric button to switch between MPH and km h The main digital speedometer indicates speed up to 120 MPH ...

Page 33: ...ter is replaced and the mileage on the old odometer is unknown the replacement cluster will be set to zero miles kilometers and the circle S symbol to the left of the odometer will be lit to indicate that a service cluster has been installed A label showing the estimated mileage will then be attached to the door pillar If the actual mileage can be verified an authorized service center can program ...

Page 34: ...ch bar on the display represents 200 RPM The tachometer 96 Fuel Computer The Electronic Cluster Fuel Computer display is located under the tachometer and consists of a menu and a digital display The fuel computer can display five different functions They are Trip distance Instantaneous fuel economy Average fuel economy Distance to empty Average speed 5 19 1996 ...

Page 35: ...d the speedometer and odometer displays between English and metric units The displays remain in the chosen units until you switch them again even after you turn off the vehicle and restart it 96 RESET The RESET button lets you reset or initialize the fuel computer function that is displayed Only TRIP DISTANCE AVERAGE ECONOMY and AVERAGE SPEED can be reset Any time one of the fuel computer buttons ...

Page 36: ...s when you pass 1999 kilometers 1242 miles both English and metric trip distances will roll over to zero 96 INSTANT ECONOMY Your instantaneous fuel economy is your vehicle s fuel economy over the last one second of driving To display your instantaneous fuel economy press SELECT until the pointer is at INSTANT ECONOMY Your instantaneous fuel economy changes with your driving conditions Factors affe...

Page 37: ...umber may be different than the fuel computer number for various reasons Most likely the top level of fuel added may be different between fill ups causing an incorrect estimate of the amount of fuel used 96 DISTANCE TO EMPTY Your distance to empty is the approximate number of miles or kilometers that you can drive before you run out of fuel To display your distance to empty press SELECT until the ...

Page 38: ... while fueling to obtain an accurate distance to empty reading If you do not turn your ignition off the fuel computer will not display the new distance to empty immediately but will slowly increase to the correct value AVERAGE SPEED Your average speed is the average speed your vehicle has traveled while the ignition was ON since the last reset To display your average speed press SELECT until the p...

Page 39: ...eel The light s located in this module are described and illustrated below The auxiliary warning module 96 Traction Control Active Light This light comes on when the Traction Control system begins applying and releasing the brakes and adjusting the engine characteristics to limit a wheelspin condition You may feel some steering changes and hear some noise but this is normal A 5 19 1996 ...

Page 40: ...Control off such as when rocking your vehicle out of deep snow or mud B Traction Control will automatically turn off to prevent the brakes from overheating The system will turn back on once the brakes have cooled down NOTE If the TRAC OFF light is flashing repeatedly it means that there is a Traction Control system malfunction and the system is inoperative Contact your dealer for service as soon a...

Page 41: ...r suspension 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 occurred electronically disabling Air Suspension function NOTE If the switch is returned to or in the ON position and the light does not go out after recycling the ignition switch OFF ON the Air Suspe...

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Page 43: ...e R S side of the VOL button to increase decrease the volume Bars illuminate in the display to show the relative volume level 96 NOTE If the volume level is set above a certain listening level when the ignition switch is turned off when the ignition 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...

Page 44: ...releasing 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 display will show a blinking M 96 Manual tuning adjusts your radio to any allowable broadcast frequency whether or not a station is present on that frequency See All About Radio Frequencies in this sectio...

Page 45: ...e seconds 96 To stop the scan mode on the presently sampled station press the SCAN TUNE button again 96 Setting the station MEMORY PRESET buttons 96 Your radio is equipped with 5 station memory buttons These buttons can be used to select up to 5 preset AM stations and 10 FM stations 5 in FM1 and 5 in FM2 Follow the easy steps below to set these buttons to the desired frequencies 96 1 Select a band...

Page 46: ...ul 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 96 Activate Auto Memory Store by pushing the AUTO PRESET button once Your radio will set the first five strong stations of the band you are in AM FM1 or FM2 into the memory buttons The display will show AUTO then run through the f...

Page 47: ...ing treble response 95 Push the AUDIO button repeatedly until the display reads TREB Push the side of the VOL button to increase treble more highs and push the side to decrease treble less highs 96 Adjusting speaker balance 95 Balance control allows you to adjust the sound distribution between the right and left speakers Push the AUDIO button repeatedly until the display reads BAL Push the side of...

Page 48: ...utton to change the display from elapsed time mode to track number mode to clock mode If the CD track selection is changed when you are in the clock or elapsed time mode the new track number will be displayed for approximately ten seconds and then revert back to the previous mode 95 To set the clock simultaneously press the CLOCK button and either the bottom b half of the SEEK button to set hours ...

Page 49: ...erating instructions on these controls 96 How to insert a disc and begin play 95 Insert one disc label side up into the disc opening When inserted the disc automatically loads into the unit and play starts at the beginning of the first track selection 96 When the disc reaches the end the disc player automatically returns to the beginning of the disc and resumes playing NOTE Once a disc is inserted...

Page 50: ...her button is pressed the disc goes forward or backward at two different speeds depending on how long the button is held down Pressing either button for more than three seconds will speed up the process Release the button at the desired point found by watching the elapsed playing time in the display or by listening to the sound during fast forward or reverse When you have reached the beginning of ...

Page 51: ...the display shows the current sampled track number 95 Special features of your CD player 95 Compression 95 The compression feature will bring soft and loud passages closer together for a more consistent listening level 95 To turn the compression on press the COMP button When on the compression indicator C will appear in the display Press the button again to turn off 95 Automatic Disc Storage 95 If...

Page 52: ...sc cleaner such as the DiscwasherH Compact Disc Cleaner or the Allsop 3H Compact Disc Cleaner by wiping from the center out to the edges Do not use a circular motion to clean 96 Do not clean discs with solvents such as benzine thinner commercially available cleaners or antistatic spray intended for analog records 96 Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or heat sources such as defroster and fl...

Page 53: ...bove 167 F 75 C Allow the player to cool off before operating 95 Different manufacturers of compact discs may produce discs with different dimensions or tolerances some of which may not be within industry standards or in accordance with the CD format Because of this a new disc that is free of dust and scratches could be defective and may not play on your Ford Compact Disc Player 96 If play does no...

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Page 55: ...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 96 Selecting the AM or FM frequency band 95 Push the AM FM button to select the desired frequency band When in the radio mode pushing the button more than once will alternate between AM FM1 and FM2 These functions are used with ...

Page 56: ...tomatically select 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 select the next listenable station down the frequency band By holding the button down listenable stations can be passed over to reach the desired station 96 Using the SCAN function 96 Pressi...

Page 57: ...ssing and holding the AUTO PRESET button for approximately three seconds Auto Memory Load sets all memory buttons in AM FM1 and FM2 sequentially by seeking out the first five strong stations for the respective band and storing them in memory buttons 1 5 FM2 will store the second set of strong stations from the FM band 96 With Auto Memory Store you can continually set strong stations into your memo...

Page 58: ...anually set memory button stations or those stations set using Auto Memory Load simply push the AUTO PRESET button Display will show AUTO then OFF The next time Auto Memory Store is activated on that band the radio will store the next set of five strong stations 95 Adjusting the tone balance and speaker output of your radio 96 Increasing or decreasing bass response 95 Push the AUDIO button repeate...

Page 59: ...ft the sound to the rear speakers NOTE Illuminated bars in the display show relative levels of bass and treble and positions of speaker balance and fader functions for five seconds after adjustments are made then revert to volume level set 96 Using the Controls of Your Cassette Tape Player 95 How to insert a tape 95 Your cassette tape player is equipped with power loading Once you insert a tape an...

Page 60: ...tape being played 95 The alternate track of the tape can be selected anytime by pressing the PLAY PROG button 95 Using the SEEK function with your cassette tape player 96 While in the tape mode push the right a side of the SEEK button to seek forward to the next selection on the tape Push the left b side to seek the previous tape selection 95 NOTE If you want to restart a currently playing tape se...

Page 61: ...n press the SCAN TUNE button again 95 How to eject the tape 95 To stop the tape and eject the cassette press the EJCT button The radio will resume playing if the radio power is on The tape cartridge can be ejected with radio power and or ignition on or off 95 How to store the tape 95 Press the AM FM button to stop the tape player and resume radio play The cassette will be stored in the tape player...

Page 62: ...e conditions allow them to reach a moderate temperature before playing 95 If a tape is loose inside the cassette tighten it before playing by putting your finger or a pencil into one of the holes and turning the hub until the tape is tight 95 Loose labels on cassette tapes can become lodged in the mechanism Remove any loose label material before inserting a cassette 95 Do not leave a tape in the c...

Page 63: ...ate the frequency and time in the display In the clock mode pressing any radio function will automatically display the radio frequency for approximately ten seconds before changing back to the clock mode 96 How to set the clock Press and hold in the CLOCK button press the SEEK button left b to advance the hours and right a to advance the minutes 96 NOTE The clock displays 12 hour time with no AM P...

Page 64: ... console and holds 10 CDs all controlled by using the buttons on your High Level Audio System Center Floor Console Loading Instructions 1 Open Compact Disc Changer center floor console unit by sliding door to the right Figure 1 5 A 2 Push EJECT button to eject the disc magazine holds 10 discs Figure 2 6 A 42 1996 ...

Page 65: ...agazine 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 8 A 95 NOTE To remove one or more compact disc s from the disc magazine push the corresponding lever s numbered 1 to 10 on the side of the disc magazine to the left Disc s will partially come out for easy removal 42 1996 ...

Page 66: ...treble speaker balance or fade 95 How to begin CD Changer play 95 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 PLAY PROG button is pushed and there is no cassette stored or playing in the cassette deck The 10 CD Changer will automatically begin playing the first track selection of the first disc...

Page 67: ...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 the SEEK button the CD Changer will replay that selection from the beginning 95 Operating the CD Compression feature 96 The compression feature will bring soft and loud passages closer together for a more consiste...

Page 68: ...dio 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 headphones symbol j will appear in the display when the rear seat controls are on Press 1 and 3 simultaneously again to turn rear seat radio controls off 96 How to adjust the volume 93 Press the right side of the VOLUME rocker switch to increase volume and ...

Page 69: ...tion 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 95 Using the SEEK function Press the right a side of the SEEK rocker switch to seek to the next radio station Press the left b side of the SEEK rocker switch to seek to the previous radio station 95 NOTE When using the rear seat controls with a High Level Audio Sy...

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Page 72: ...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 switched off 96 Selecting the AM or FM frequency band 96 Push the AM FM button to select the desired frequency band Pushing the button more than once will alternate between AM FM1 and FM2 These functions are used wi...

Page 73: ...st 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 press and hold down either the right or left side of the SEEK button 96 Manual tuning adjusts your radio to any allowable broadcast frequency whether or not a station is present on that frequency See All About...

Page 74: ...95 Follow the easy steps below to set these buttons to the desired frequencies 96 1 Select a band then select a frequency 96 2 Press one of the memory preset buttons and hold the button until the sound returns That station is now held in memory on that button 96 3 Follow the two steps above for each station memory preset button you want to set 96 NOTE If the vehicle s battery is disconnected the c...

Page 75: ...t side of the VOLUME button to shift the sound to the right speakers and push the left s side to shift the sound to the left speakers 96 Adjusting speaker fader 96 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 right side of the VOLUME button to shift the sound to the front speakers...

Page 76: ...r in the display Then push the left h button to rewind to the beginning of the current selection or press the right g button to fast forward to the beginning of the next selection 95 Fast forwarding the tape 96 Push the right g button to fast forward the tape 95 Rewinding the tape 96 Push the left h button to rewind the tape Using the Automatic Music Search AMS function with cassette tape player i...

Page 77: ...he 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 rewind stops 95 How to change the side of the tape being played 96 The alternate track other side of the tape can be selected at any time by pushing both fast wind buttons h and g at the same time 95 How to eject th...

Page 78: ...me heat or cold If they are exposed to extreme conditions allow them to reach a moderate temperature before playing 95 If a tape is loose inside the cassette tighten it before playing by putting your finger or a pencil into one of the holes and turning the hub until the tape is tight 95 Loose labels on cassette tapes can become lodged in the mechanism Remove any loose label material before inserti...

Page 79: ...d this distance the radio is operating in a fringe area and the signal becomes weaker 96 2 Terrain 96 The terrain hilly mountainous tall buildings of the area over which the signal travels may prevent the FM signal from being noise free 96 If there is a building or large structure between the antenna and station some of the signal bends around the building but certain spots receive almost no signa...

Page 80: ...th a few times before returning to the original station 96 When several broadcast towers are present common in metropolitan areas several stations may overload the receiver resulting in considerable station changing mixing and distortion 96 Automatic gain control circuitry for both AM and FM bands has been incorporated into this system to reduce strong signal capture and overload 96 All About Radi...

Page 81: ...6 Important Warranty and Service Information 90 Warranty Your sound system is warranted for three years 36 000 miles 60 000 km Consult your vehicle warranty booklet for further information 90 Service 96 At Ford we stand behind our audio systems with a comprehensive service and repair program If anything should go wrong with your Ford audio system return to your dealer for service There is a nation...

Page 82: ... how these features work can make driving your vehicle more comfortable 6 NOTE Any cleaner or polish that increases the gloss shine of the upper part of te instrument panel should be avoided The dull finish in this area us to help protect the driver from undesirable windshield reflection 96 Climate Control Systems Your vehicle is equipped with a control assembly designed to handle either a combina...

Page 83: ...N LEFT and RIGHT Each register in the instrument panel also has a thumbwheel that allows you to open or close each register The defroster outlets are located on the top of the instrument panel while the floor 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 37 1996 ...

Page 84: ...lector Knob 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 system only Air temperature from the auxiliary heating air conditioning system if equipped cannot be adjusted Rear passengers will receive either FULL COOL or FULL WARM air based on the setti...

Page 85: ...r 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 outside air is drawn into the system and the A C compressor is engaged The cooling process and the distribution of cooled air is the same as that provided with MAX A C Because outside air is drawn into t...

Page 86: ...NEL 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 mode In R FLOOR most of the system s air supply is directed to the floor outlets with a small amount going to the windshield and side window demisters In P DEFROST FLOOR approximately equal amount...

Page 87: ...essor operation is provided in any of the function settings An illustration of the control for a heater only system follows Climate control panel Heater Only System 6 Turning On the Heat Heat will not be available until the engine has been running for sufficient time as indicated by the engine coolant temperature gauge 6 To heat the inside of your vehicle 1 Turn the Function Selector Knob to R FLO...

Page 88: ...perature Control Knob and the Fan Speed Knob to provide the temperature and fan speed you prefer Do not place objects under the front seats unless your vehicle is equipped with an under seat storage tray Improperly stored objects will interfere with the flow of air to the back seats Remove any snow ice or leaves from the area below the windshield on the outside of your vehicle They could block the...

Page 89: ...he knob set to REAR CTRL rear seat passengers will have control of rear fan speed on the rear seat climate control panel The rear control knob will control rear fan speed from the front control panel 1 A The climate controls main and auxiliary system Heater System only 59 E The climate controls main and auxiliary system A C Heater System if equipped 37 1996 ...

Page 90: ...er to the heating system operating instructions covered previously for a more detailed explanation of heating system operation Turning on the Air Conditioner 6 To cool your vehicle quickly in warm weather 1 Turn the Function Selector Knob to MAX A C 2 Turn the Temperature Control Knob to COOL 3 Turn the Fan Speed Knob to the position of your choice 4 If your vehicle is equipped with the rear passe...

Page 91: ...f your choice During periods of high humidity vapor may be emitted from the air outlets when using the A C with outside air Correct this by switching the Function Control Knob to MAX A C 6 Improving fuel economy Whenever you turn on the air conditioning your vehicle uses more fuel because the air conditioning compressor is running To get better fuel economy while cooling your vehicle do not use th...

Page 92: ...ttle is no longer needed NOTE The compressor will not operate when the outside temperature is less than about 45 F 7 C 6 Rear Climate Control System If equipped If your vehicle is equipped with a rear climate control system the rear seat occupants can select their own personal fan speed settings The rear seat climate control system is controlled from the main climate control system on the instrume...

Page 93: ... panel in either a heat or A C mode If an A C mode is chosen rear passengers will receive FULL COOL air conditioned air out of the side and upper rear registers If a heat mode or the Q PANEL mode is chosen rear passengers will receive FULL WARM heated air out of the lower rear registers Rear passengers do not have the ability to adjust the temperature or select the location of the airflow from the...

Page 94: ...d on the instrument panel to the right of the steering column and below the climate control system The rear defogger switch 6 To defrost the rear window 6 1 Clear any snow or ice from the rear window 6 2 Get in your vehicle and start the engine 3 Press the rear defogger switch The defogger turns off automatically after 10 minutes If the window is not clear turn the defogger on again It will automa...

Page 95: ...e instrument panel to the right of the instrument cluster below the climate control system The rear wiper and washer controls operate with the ignition in the ACC or ON positions The rear wiper switches To turn on the rear wiper press the rear wiper switch The wiper will operate until it is turned off To turn off the rear wiper press the wiper switch a second time To activate the rear washer press...

Page 96: ...Exterior Lamps 6 To turn on the headlamps parking lamps marker lamps tail lamps license plate lamps and instrument panel lamps use the headlamp knob to the left of the instrument cluster 6 1 Turn the headlamp knob to the first position to turn on the parking lamps tail lamps license plate lamps marker lamps and instrument panel lamps 37 1996 ...

Page 97: ... on the headlamps in addition to the parking lamps tail lamps license plate lamps marker lamps and instrument panel lamps The headlamp controls 96 Fog Lamps If equipped The fog lamp switch is located on the center of the instrument panel Fog lamp switch 37 1996 ...

Page 98: ...the headlamps or parking lights on This continuous 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 System Canadian vehicles only 6 The Daytime Running Light DRL system is designed to turn the high beam headlamps on with a reduced light output and withou...

Page 99: ...rior Lamps 96 Lighting Up the Instrument Panel The instrument panel lights can be turned on by turning the headlamp control knob to either the first or second position You can brighten or dim the instrument panel lights by rotating the dim switch up or down to the desired brightness The dim switch is located to the right of the steering column next to the radio The dim switch 37 1996 ...

Page 100: ... front fender on the passenger s side of the vehicle 6 Cupholders The front seat cupholders are located with the ashtray To access the cupholders pull open the ashtray drawer which is located to the right of the steering column above the compact disc and cassette storage console As you close the ashtray drawer the cupholders will automatically fold back into place The front seat cupholders Your ve...

Page 101: ...ries 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 gearshift lever 6 OFF allows you to shut off the engine and all accessories without locking the steering wheel or the gearshift lever 6 ON allows you to test your vehicle s warning lights to make sure they work before you...

Page 102: ...hift lever when the key is removed 96 If your 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 6 To remove your key from the ignition 6 1 Put the gearshift lever in P Park 6 2 Set the parking brake fully 6 3 Turn the ignition key to LOCK 6 4 Remove the key 6 R WARNING When you leave your vehicle place the gearshift le...

Page 103: ... the turn signal lever down The left side arrow on the instrument panel will flash 6 5 D The turn signal lever Usually the turn signals turn off automatically after you turn your vehicle If the turn signal continues to flash after you have made the turn pull the lever back to the neutral position To indicate a lane change to the right push the turn signal lever up slightly without latching and hol...

Page 104: ...headlamps on and push the turn signal lever away from you until it latches When the high beams are on the high beam indicator light on the instrument panel is illuminated 6 To return to the low beam setting pull the turn signal lever toward you until it latches back into the neutral position The high beam indicator light turns off 6 6 D High beam and flash to pass operation 96 Flashing the Lights ...

Page 105: ... signal lever to the most effective interval The farther the knob is from the OFF position the faster the wipers move Speed Dependent Wipers This feature compensates for the extra moisture that accumulates on your windshield at higher speeds during rain At higher speeds the Speed Dependent feature shortens the delay between wipes when you use the variable interval wipers Delay will automatically a...

Page 106: ...eep indicates the feature is inactive Two beeps indicates the feature is active Repeat this procedure any time you want to cancel or reactivate the Speed Dependent feature 6 Windshield Washer To clean the windshield push in the washer button on the end of the turn signal lever For a constant spray push and hold the button If the windshield wipers are off one momentary push results in one wipe and ...

Page 107: ...he washer fluid or replacing your windshield wiper blades see Windshield washer fluid and Wipers in the Index 96 Gearshift Lever The gearshift lever on your vehicle is mounted on the steering column On the end of the gearshift lever is the Overdrive On Off button and the OVERDRIVE OFF lamp For additional information about the gearshift lever and the Overdrive On Off button see the Driving chapter ...

Page 108: ... and downshift from 1st through 4th gears When the Overdrive on off button is depressed the OVERDRIVE OFF lamp will illuminate The transaxle will now only upshift and downshift from 1st through 3rd gears The vehicle will always return to the overdrive operation mode when the ignition is turned off and back on If the lamp does not come on when the Overdrive ON OFF button is depressed or if the lamp...

Page 109: ...ake sure it operates properly The horn pad 96 Hazard Flasher Switch The hazard flasher switch is located on top of the steering column 6 To use the hazard flasher 6 1 Push the HAZARD switch you will see the turn signal arrows flash 6 2 To stop the hazard flashers push the HAZARD switch again 37 1996 ...

Page 110: ... up or down Tilt steering release lever location To change the position of the steering column 1 Make sure your vehicle is stopped 2 Pull the tilt release lever on the column toward you 3 Tilt the steering wheel up or down until you find the best position for you 4 Release the lever to lock the wheel in place 37 1996 ...

Page 111: ...is can be done by depressing the O D button on the end of the gearshift lever Driving in this mode helps prevent excessive transaxle shifting and helps speed control to maintain speed when going down steep hills 6 Use of radio transmitting equipment that is not Federal Communications Commission FCC or in Canada the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission CRTC approved may cause the speed ...

Page 112: ...l 6 4 Make sure you are driving faster than 30 mph 50 km h 5 Press SET ACCEL and release it immediately This will set your speed If you keep this switch pressed your speed will continue to increase and will not be set at the desired speed 6 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal Your vehicle will maintain the speed you set 6 If you drive up or down a steep hill your vehicle may momentarily slow ...

Page 113: ...our speed decreasing even if you have the speed control set If the speed drops more than 8 to 14 mph 13 23 km h it is normal for the automatic speed control feature to be cancelled You may need to use the accelerator pedal to help your vehicle maintain the selected speed when driving up steep grades 6 R WARNING Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding slippery or ...

Page 114: ...speed and SET it at 55 mph 88 km h 6 If vehicle speed is reduced below 30 mph 50 km h by any of the above methods then you must manually accelerate to a speed over 30 mph 50 km h and reset the system 6 To reset the speed control to a higher speed follow one of these procedures 6 ACCEL Press and hold the SET ACCEL switch Release the switch when the vehicle has accelerated to the desired speed 6 Dep...

Page 115: ...the RSM switch as long as you did not press the OFF switch 6 To resume the speed you had before you must be driving at least 30 mph 50 km h 6 Press and release the RESUME switch Your vehicle gradually returns to the previously set speed and then maintains it 6 Speed Control Light Electronic Cluster Only This light comes on when you turn on the speed control system and set the speed The light will ...

Page 116: ...ically at night 6 turn off the headlamps automatically during daylight keep the headlamps on for up to three minutes after you turn the key to OFF The autolamp system Setting the autolamp This feature allows the Autolamp circuit to be adjusted to the driver s liking for the headlamps to turn on for the amount of ambient light If the driver desires the headlamps to come on earlier when the sky is b...

Page 117: ...olamp button will enter the new setting and return the mirror back to normal operation If later activation of the headlamps is desired slide the Autolamp Delay slider knob to the right The DIM LED will start flashing indicating that the setting is being changed The further right the control is moved the later the headlamps will come on Pressing the Autolamp switch will enter the new setting and re...

Page 118: ...me lamp is located overhead between the driver and front passenger seats The front dome lamp and map lamps 6 Turning on the map lamps If equipped Your vehicle may have a map lamp for the passenger and one for the driver The map lamps and switches are located on the front dome lamp The rear cargo lamp is located overhead near the rear seating positions 37 1996 ...

Page 119: ...ding lamp may be turned on by using the rocker switch located on the lamp assembly or by using the instrument panel dimmer switch Second row reading lamp 96 Automatic Dimming Inside Rearview Mirror If equipped The automatic non glare mirror 37 1996 ...

Page 120: ...ition 6 There are two light sensors photocells in this mirror The sensor that detects rear glare is located inside a window in the upper RH corner of the mirror The second light sensor which determines outside light level is located on the backside of the mirror case 6 One important safety feature is that the mirror automatically returns to the normal position whenever the vehicle is placed in R R...

Page 121: ...ed Courtesy Mirror If equipped Your vehicle may have illuminated courtesy mirrors on the sun visors You can turn on the lighted mirrors by lifting the mirror door cover The illuminated mirror on the sun visor 37 1996 ...

Page 122: ...pull the handle toward the rear of the vehicle The door will stay open if you slide it all the way back until the detent at the bottom of the door engages The inside sliding door handle To close the 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 pul...

Page 123: ...utomatically 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 from inside the vehicle 6 This lock will keep children from opening the door from the inside the door can still be opened from the outside if the door is unlocked 37 1996 ...

Page 124: ...Controls and Features 123 Childproof lock location 6 To set the childproof lock 6 1 Open the sliding door 2 Find the childproof lock lever below the label 3 Push the lever to the up position 37 1996 ...

Page 125: ...ck control 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 the doors push the recessed side of the switch The power door lock switch Door locks can also be operated from the power door lock switch in the cargo area 37 1996 ...

Page 126: ...ve 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 initially place the ignition switch in the ON or ACC position to use your power window controls The Accessory Delay function also allows the power windows to be operated for up to 30 seconds after the ignition key is removed or taken out of the ON or ...

Page 127: ... open the window completely tap quickly on the lower half of the switch and release it If the top of the button is pressed firmly while the window is going down the window will stop at that position To open the window only partially press the lower half of the switch lightly and hold it until the window has opened to the desired position and then release the switch To close the window you must hol...

Page 128: ... second tone is heard Release the switch while the tone is active 6 After the long tone a confirmation sequence will be heard One beep indicates the feature is inactive Two beeps indicates the feature is active Repeat this procedure any time you want to cancel or reactivate the one touch down power window feature 6 Manual Flip Open Quarter Windows To open the flip open quarter windows in the third...

Page 129: ... operate with the ignition in the ON or ACC positions The vent windows are controlled by the right and left switches located in the center of the instrument panel just to the right of the rear defogger Press the indented side of the switch to open the windows press the raised side of the switch to close the windows 37 1996 ...

Page 130: ...the most comfortable position before you adjust the side view mirrors If you have manually adjusting side view mirrors you can adjust them in any direction by moving the mirror glass The mirror heads should be folded rearward to prevent damage when using an automatic car wash 6 NOTE Be careful The convex side view mirror on the right makes objects appear smaller and farther away than they actually...

Page 131: ...el The electric mirror controls 6 To adjust the remote controlled side mirrors 1 Select the right or left mirror by sliding the selector lever towards the right arrow or the left arrow 6 2 Move the control knob in the direction you want to move the mirror 3 Return the selector lever to the middle position to keep the mirror in place 4 A Operating the electric mirrors 37 1996 ...

Page 132: ...tment 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 passenger seat if equipped Compact disc cassette storage 6 Console If equipped Your vehicle may have a full console Console features are detailed in the following illustration To open the console lid lift up on the latc...

Page 133: ...an also unlock the latch but not release it with the power door lock system 6 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 to the fully opened position pull back and upward on the latch paddle handle under or behind the license plate shield 37 1996 ...

Page 134: ...nd attaching hardware if the liftgate door is not closed prior to driving 6 R WARNING Make sure that the liftgate door and or window are closed to prevent exhaust fumes from being drawn into the vehicle This will also prevent passengers and cargo from falling out If you must drive with the liftgate door or window open keep the vents open so outside air comes into the vehicle 37 1996 ...

Page 135: ...ey and turning it counterclockwise after you have closed the liftgate or by using the power door locks on the front doors or the power lock switch in the cargo area 6 The liftgate area is only intended for cargo not passengers You can open and close the liftgate from outside the vehicle It cannot be opened from inside the cargo area 96 Cargo Net If equipped 6 The cargo net is designed to hold your...

Page 136: ...Controls and Features 135 6 To remove the cargo net remove the loops from the four retainers The rear cargo net 37 1996 ...

Page 137: ...description The keyless entry system keypad When you bought your vehicle you were given a computer code that operates the system for your vehicle For your convenience we have duplicated this code in two places 6 The code is 6 on your owner s wallet card found in the glove compartment taped to the computer module When you use the keyless entry system the illuminated entry system turns on the interi...

Page 138: ...system For your convenience one additional piece of tape with the permanent code has been included in the glove box Place this additional piece of tape in a safe location where you can refer to it when necessary Do not put it in any location that is accessible to unauthorized persons since this would allow them entrance to your vehicle 6 Programming your Personal Code A personal code does not repl...

Page 139: ...order such as 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 Studies show that people who idly press the buttons usually press a sequential pattern Also do not select a code that uses the same button five times Thieves can easily figure out these types of codes 6 Unlocking the Doors with the Keyless Entry System You must unlock the driver s door before you unlock any of the other doors If you let more than five seconds pass...

Page 140: ...or lamps after 45 minutes The exterior lamps are not affected The purpose is to minimize extended battery drain if the lights have inadvertently been left on or if a door or the glove box is not completely closed However the timer will be immediately reset to another 45 minutes if any of the following occurs any door is open or closed the front door handle is lifted for Illuminated Entry only taki...

Page 141: ...ransmitter 6 Unlocking the Doors 6 To unlock the driver s door press the UNLOCK control 6 To unlock the other doors press the UNLOCK control a second time within five seconds of unlocking the driver s door 6 Locking the doors 6 To lock all the doors press the LOCK control If you would like a signal that the doors have been locked press the LOCK button again within five seconds The doors will lock ...

Page 142: ...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 6 The remote is powered by two coin type three volt lithium 2016 batteries included that should last for several years of normal use If you notice a significant decrease in operating range the batteries should be replaced Replacement batteries can be purcha...

Page 143: ...or reprogramming of your remote entry system This is necessary to prevent further unauthorized use of the lost remote 6 Additional remotes may be purchased from your dealer remote entry system will work with up to four remotes Return your existing remotes to your dealer so the remote entry system can be reprogrammed with your new and existing remotes 6 THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC ...

Page 144: ... or dimmer switch 6 Autolock The Autolock feature is part of your remote entry system and is enabled at the factory With the Autolock feature enabled all of the doors will automatically lock when the vehicle doors and liftgate are closed 6 the ignition key is turned to the ON position the brake pedal is pressed you shift through R Reverse one second has elapsed after the brake pedal is released 6 ...

Page 145: ...s press and hold 7 8 3 Within five more seconds press and release 3 4 6 4 Release 7 8 To reactivate the Autolock system simply repeat the instructions for deactivating the system By re entering the code that deactivates the Autolock the keyless entry system reinstates the Autolock feature 6 Anti Theft System if equipped 6 When armed this system helps protect your vehicle against break ins or theft...

Page 146: ...ystem is armed only after the alarm indicator light remains on steadily for approximately 30 seconds after the last door is closed and then goes out 6 You can also arm the anti theft system with the factory installed remote entry system or the keyless entry system by following this sequence 6 1 Remove the key from the ignition The hood must be closed to arm the system 6 2 Close all of the doors 3 ...

Page 147: ...your vehicle simply insert the key into the ignition and turn it to ON This disarms the system and allows you to open the door and exit without triggering the system 96 Disarming a Triggered System 6 The alarm can be disarmed by unlocking any door with the key or 6 using the UNLOCK control on the remote entry transmitter using the five digit unlock code on the keyless entry keypad NOTE The flashin...

Page 148: ... 6 4 Release the bar to latch the seat in its new position Make sure the seat locks securely in place 6 WARNING Never adjust the driver s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving 6 WARNING Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop 6 WARNING Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips 6 WA...

Page 149: ...he power seats if equipped If your vehicle has the power seat option you can adjust it in several directions The controls are on the outboard side of the driver s seat The power controls on the driver s seat 49 1996 ...

Page 150: ...of the rocker switch To deflate push the recessed side of the switch The power lumbar switch on the passenger seat Reclining Bucket Seats Your vehicle is equipped with reclining front bucket seats and may have optional reclining second row buckets To recline your seat 1 On the left sides front seats or window seat sides second row buckets of the seats find the handle for the recliner 6 2 Lift the ...

Page 151: ...he seat and adjust it to the position you want 6 4 Release the handle to lock the seatback in position 6 5 To return the seatback to upright position lift the handle and lean forward Then release the handle Reclining bucket seat 49 1996 ...

Page 152: ... equipped This feature allows convenient access into the second row seats through the driver s door To operate the tip slide seat 1 Lift the tip slide release lever located at the base of the driver s seatback The seatback will tilt forward 2 B 49 1996 ...

Page 153: ...152 2 Push on the seatback to move the seat assembly forward This provides access to the second row for loading and unloading groceries briefcases passengers etc through the driver s door 49 1996 ...

Page 154: ...bly rearward until it stops 2 Continue pushing to return the seatback to its previously locked position NOTE When returning the seatback to its original position you may experience a slight hesitation If so stop pushing the seatback momentarily then resume The seatback will return to its original position after the seat is safely latched 49 1996 ...

Page 155: ...stment bar underneath the front part of the seat 2 Lift the bar to unlatch the seat 96 Adjusting the Head Restraints LX Only Your vehicle s bucket seats are equipped with head restraints which are vertically adjustable The purpose of these restraints is to limit head motion in the event of a rear collision To adjust the head restraints up simply pull up on them To adjust them back downward push do...

Page 156: ...Bench Seat If equipped Your vehicle s third row passenger bench seat may be adjustable forward and backward This adjustment allows for additional cargo space with the seat adjusted to the full forward 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 po...

Page 157: ... 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 6 2 Make sure the safety belts are free and available for use R WARNING The seat bed should not be occupied while the vehicle is moving unless it is in the upright fully latched position 49 1996 ...

Page 158: ...n 3rd row seat To 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 top of the seatback until it latches 49 1996 ...

Page 159: ...e lever down and at the same time lift the seatback up Raise the seatback to the full upright and locked position 6 2 Make sure the safety belts are free and available for use R WARNING The seat bed should not be occupied while the vehicle is moving unless it is in the upright fully latched position 49 1996 ...

Page 160: ...at the rear of the 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 pivoting on the front floor attachments When seat latches are clear of floor attachments release the latch handles 3 Pull the seat rearward to disengage it from the front floor pins ...

Page 161: ...agement 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 bench seats through the sliding door Also remove any floor mats if equipped in the rear seating compartments before seat removal 6 To remove seat assembly 1 For second row bench seat only Disengage the tongue port...

Page 162: ...Seating and Safety Restraints 161 69 F Figure 1 Second row detachable anchor detached position 49 1996 ...

Page 163: ... belt clip the end of the belt to the stationary portion of the shoulder belt see Figure 2 The end of the shoulder belt must be clipped in order to keep it from striking anything during vehicle operation Figure 2 Securing the detachable shoulder belt 49 1996 ...

Page 164: ...s at the rear of the 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 attachments 5 While still lifting the handles lift seat at rear and rotate entire seat assembly forward pivoting on the front floor attachments When the rear seat latches are clear o...

Page 165: ...tachments 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 forward and engage the front seat hooks onto the forward attachment pins in the floor wells 6 3 Rotate the seat downward and engage the latch into the rear floor attachment Lifting of the latch handles is not re...

Page 166: ...he latch re engages 6 WARNING When reinstalling a rear seat in your vehicle it must be placed in its original position Improper installation of the seat will prevent correct use of the safety belts and could increase the risk of injury Refer to the warning label on the seat belt Whenever the second row bench seat is installed in the vehicle and no one is using the outboard seating position nearest...

Page 167: ...166 Proper stowage of shoulder safety belt 49 1996 ...

Page 168: ...at to the floor whether the seat is occupied or empty If not latched the seat may cause injury during a sudden stop 6 WARNING Before using the seat make sure that the latch hooks are securely locked around the floor pins 96 Storage Compartments 6 Underseat Storage Compartment If equipped The underseat storage compartment is located underneath the front passenger seat It can be opened by pulling up...

Page 169: ...in Canada the law requires their use We strongly recommend that you use them every time you travel in your vehicle 6 Safety belts provide best restraint when 6 the seatback is upright 6 the occupant is sitting upright not slouched 6 the lap belt is snug and low on the hips 6 the shoulder belt is snug against the chest 6 the knees are straight forward 49 1996 ...

Page 170: ... always be secured to prevent it from shifting and causing damage to the vehicle or harm to passengers 6 WARNING Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair 1 Use the shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm 2 Never swing it around your nec...

Page 171: ...e your vehicle is in motion the combination lap and shoulder belt adjusts to your movement However if you brake hard turn hard or if your vehicle receives an impact of 5 mph 8 km h or more the lap shoulder belt locks and helps reduce your forward movement 6 After you get into your vehicle close the door and lock it Then adjust the seat to the position that suits you best 4 A Fastening the front se...

Page 172: ...triking you or part of the vehicle Shoulder Belt Adjustment Driver and Right Front Passenger You can adjust the shoulder belt height to one of five 5 positions To adjust pinch the release button and slide it 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 49 1996 ...

Page 173: ...ddition to safety belt anchorages in the floor and roof structures the second row bench seat has a detachable safety belt anchor mounted to the right window side of the seat The safety belt should always remain attached to this anchor except when removing this seat The second row passenger side outboard seating position uses a hook above the sliding door to stow the shoulder safety belt when enter...

Page 174: ...Seating and Safety Restraints 173 Proper stowage of second row shoulder safety belt 49 1996 ...

Page 175: ... Figure 1 When this shoulder belt assembly is free of the seat allow the retractor to wind up the slack in the belt 2 Using the clip attached to the end of the shoulder belt clip the end of the belt to the stationary portion of the shoulder belt see Figure 2 The end of the shoulder belt must be clipped in order to keep it from striking anything during vehicle operation 49 1996 ...

Page 176: ...Seating and Safety Restraints 175 69 F Figure 1 Second row bench seat detachable anchor 49 1996 ...

Page 177: ...s 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 retractor to work improperly Then insert the detachable anchor tongue into the detachable anchor until you hear a snap and feel the latch engage 49 1996 ...

Page 178: ...ode In this operating 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 Locking Mode 5 In this operating mode the shoulder belt retractor will be automatically locked and remain locked when the combination lap shoulder safety belt is buckled and does not allow ...

Page 179: ...mbination 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 Safety Seats for Children later in this chapter 95 Lap Belts 5 The lap belt in the center of the rear seat does not adjust automatically You must adjust it to fit snugly and as low as possible around your hips Do n...

Page 180: ...at all safety 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 properly they do not need to be replaced Safety belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted 96 Safety B...

Page 181: ...traint to the lower body 96 The Importance of Wearing Safety Belts 6 WARNING All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always wear their safety belts even when an air bag Supplemental Restraint System is provided 6 There are four very important reasons to use safety belts even with an air bag system Use your safety belts to 6 help keep you in the proper position away from the air ba...

Page 182: ...r the air bag cover when the vehicle is moving All occupants should sit with their backs against the seatback move the seat to the most rearward position if possible and use the safety belts Children weighing less than 40 lbs 18 kg always should use child or infant seats 96 WARNING When using forward facing child seats move the passenger seat as far back from the instrument panel as possible Never...

Page 183: ...n 96 How Does the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System Work 6 The Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System consists of the driver and passenger air bags impact sensors a system diagnostic module a readiness light and tone and the electrical wiring which connects the components The driver air bag is in the center of the steering wheel and is indicated by the letters SRS The right front passenger seat...

Page 184: ...stem senses the crash severity rather than vehicle speed some frontal collisions at speeds above 28 mph 45 km h will not inflate the air bag 6 When the sensors activate the system the air bags inflate rapidly filling with non toxic nitrogen gas in a fraction of a second Immediately after inflation the air bags deflate by releasing the nitrogen gas through vent holes The whole process takes place i...

Page 185: ...184 6 Inflated driver side air bag 49 1996 ...

Page 186: ...BE REPLACED IMMEDIATELY If the air bag is not replaced this will increase the risk of injury in a subsequent collision 6 To ensure that the air bag system will operate as intended in a crash the system is equipped with a diagnostic module which controls a readiness lamp and a warning tone The diagnostic module monitors its own circuits the air bag electrical system the air bag readiness light the ...

Page 187: ...eriodically until the problem and light are repaired If any of these things happen even intermittently have the air bag system serviced at your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer immediately 96 Disposal of air bags and air bag equipped vehicles For disposal of air bags or air bag equipped vehicles see your local Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer Air bags MUST be disposed of by qualified personnel 96 Safe...

Page 188: ...our vehicle If you do not install and use the safety seat properly the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision 6 WARNING Do not leave children unreliable adults or pets unattended in your vehicle 6 WARNING Safety belts and seats can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather they could burn a small child Check seat covers and buckles before you place a child anywhe...

Page 189: ...anufacturer s instructions for weight and height restrictions 6 WARNING Always latch the vehicle seat to the floor whether the seat is occupied or empty If not latched the seat may cause injury during a sudden stop 5 Children must be properly buckled before riding in the vehicle It is the law in every state and province This child seat conforms to all Federal Canadian motor vehicle safety standard...

Page 190: ...he seat If belts do not remain snug take the vehicle to the dealer for child seat repair 6 Always adjust the lap and shoulder harness belts provided with this child seat snugly around your child 6 WARNING Do not leave children unreliable adults or pets unattended in your vehicle 6 WARNING Safety belts and seats can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather they could burn a ...

Page 191: ...ild Seat as a booster cushion with the adult safety belts A child using the adult belts could slide forward and out from under the safety belts 1 Push the headrest release lever and grasp the headrest as shown in Figure 1 Then release the lever and rotate the headrest full up until the latch clicks in the full up position Refer to Figure 2 Figure 1 Releasing the headrest 49 1996 ...

Page 192: ...Seating and Safety Restraints 191 Figure 2 Release the lever and rotate the headrest to the full up position 49 1996 ...

Page 193: ...cushion protector flap and shoulder safety belt Refer to Figure 3 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 Figure 3 Child seat information and warnings 4 If connected squeeze the top and the bottom of the right half of the chest clip and pull to separate both halves 49 1996 ...

Page 194: ...er safety belt placement 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 clip is unbuckled the color red appears in the window When the tongues or chest clip are securely buckled the color green appears 49 1996 ...

Page 195: ...pening of the crotch safety belt buckle as shown in Figure 5 It does not matter which tongue is inserted first Then insert the other tongue The color green must appear in the indicator window on each tongue when buckled Figure 5 Fastening the crotch safety belt buckle 49 1996 ...

Page 196: ...e shoulder belts 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 Figure 6 6 WARNING If both tongues do not latch in the buckle do not use the child seat See your dealer for repairs 49 1996 ...

Page 197: ...196 Figure 6 Securing the chest clip 49 1996 ...

Page 198: ... securely latched buckle and chest clip 9 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 getting out of the seat while the vehicle is in operation and to hold a sleeping child in position The belts will lock automatically during a collision or hard braking 49 1996 ...

Page 199: ...may be folded up so that an adult may use the vehicle s rear seat 6 Inspection after a collision 6 WARNING All built in child restraints including seats buckles retractors seat latches interlocks and attaching hardware should be inspected by a qualified dealer technician after any collision 6 If the child seat was in use during a collision Ford recommends replacing it However if the collision was ...

Page 200: ...ly fit in the seat 6 WARNING If safety belts are not properly worn and adjusted as described the risk of serious injury to the child in a collision will be much greater 6 If the shoulder belt portion of one of the lap and shoulder belts can be positioned so that it does not cross or rest in front of the child s face or neck the child should wear the lap and shoulder belt Moving the child closer to...

Page 201: ...is closer to the passenger air bag The force of the rapidly inflating air bag could push the top of the rear facing seat against the vehicle seatback REAR FACING INFANT SEATS MUST ALWAYS BE SECURED IN THE REAR SEAT and other child seats and infant seats should be secured in the rear seat whenever possible Forward facing child seats used in the front seat must have the passenger seat moved as far b...

Page 202: ... in vehicle seats by lap belts or by the lap portion of a lap shoulder belt 6 WARNING If you do not properly secure the safety seat the child occupying the seat may be injured during a collision or sudden stop An unsecured safety seat could also injure other passengers 6 WARNING Carefully follow all of the manufacturer s instructions included with the safety seat you put in your vehicle If you do ...

Page 203: ...t seat passenger and for the rear window passengers If you choose to install a forward facing child seat or infant carrier in the front seating positions move the seat as far back as possible 6 For seating positions equipped with a dual locking mode retractor use the following procedure 1 Position the child seat in the center of passenger seat 6 2 Pull down on shoulder belt then grasp shoulder bel...

Page 204: ...Seating and Safety Restraints 203 49 1996 ...

Page 205: ...oulder 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 twisted Routing the lap shoulder belt 49 1996 ...

Page 206: ...securely to buckle by pulling on the tongue Buckling the belt 5 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 automatic locking mode child restraint mode See Figure 4 NOTE The dual locking mode retractor must be in the automatic locking mode to properly restrain a child seat 49 1996 ...

Page 207: ...tracts 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 portion while pushing down on the child seat allowing the shoulder belt to retract to remove any slack in seat belt See Figures 5 and 6 49 1996 ...

Page 208: ...Seating and Safety Restraints 207 49 1996 ...

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Page 210: ...nts 209 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 7 Checking that the seat is secure 49 1996 ...

Page 211: ...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 6 through 8 NOTE To remove retractor from the automatic lock mode allow seat belt to retract fully to its stowed position and the retractor will automatically switch back to the vehicle sensitive locking mode for normal adult usage 49 1996 ...

Page 212: ... belt webbing to tighten the belt 6 Before placing the child into the child seat forcibly tilt the child seat from side to side and in forward directions to ensure that the seat is held securely in place If the child seat moves excessively repeat steps 5 through 6 or properly install the child seat in a different seating position 96 Attaching Safety Seats With Tether Straps 6 Some manufacturers ma...

Page 213: ...hment locations shown below The tether anchor may not perform properly if the wrong mounting location is used Three tether strap anchor locations have been provided in your vehicle They are as follows Tether strap anchor locations 49 1996 ...

Page 214: ...on provided 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 strap anchor locations one each side provided on the back of the seat cushion Refer to Figures 2 and 3 49 1996 ...

Page 215: ...214 Figure 2 Tether anchor location second row bench seat with built in child safety seat 49 1996 ...

Page 216: ...Seating and Safety Restraints 215 Figure 3 Tether anchor location second row bench seat without built in child safety seat 49 1996 ...

Page 217: ...ocations 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 in it Tilt the seat from side to side Also try to tug the seat forward Check to see if the belt holds the seat in place WARNING If the safety seat is not anchored properly the risk of a child being inju...

Page 218: ...ngine 96 Before you start your vehicle always 96 1 Make sure you and all your passengers buckle your safety belts See Safety belts in the Index for more details 96 2 Make sure the headlamps and other accessories are turned off when starting 3 Make sure that the gearshift lever is in Park P and the parking brake is set before you turn the key Before you start your vehicle you should test the warnin...

Page 219: ...n try again 6 At temperatures 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 warm engine 6 Do not hold the key in the START position for more than five 5 seconds at a time If the engine does not start within five 5 seconds on the first try turn the key to the...

Page 220: ...t 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 you start your vehicle the engine s idling rpm normally runs high These faster engine speeds will make your vehicle move slightly faster than when the engine is at its normal warm engine idle speed I...

Page 221: ... 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 the following morning 95 Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes Carbon monoxide although colorless and odorless is present in exhaust fumes 96 WARNING D o not star t your vehicl e i n a close d garag e or i n other enc...

Page 222: ...tions 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 area for long periods of time open the windows at least one inch Also adjust the heating or air conditioning to bring in outside air 6 Read the section Climate Control Systems for instructions on brin...

Page 223: ...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 may be felt on the driver s foot These pulsations represent the rapid cycling of the ABS valves The pedal pulsations are considered normal ABS operation and will stop when normal braking is resumed or when the vehicle comes to a sto...

Page 224: ...f the anti lock brake system warning light remains on or comes on while driving have the braking system checked by a qualified service technician as soon as possible 6 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 normal brake function remains operational 6 Ford Motor Company has not found any negative effects of mobile r...

Page 225: ...if the squeal becomes very loud or if it becomes more frequent return the vehicle to your dealer for inspection 6 WARNING Modifications to the suspension spring rates and or vehicle ride height may adversely affect vehicle stopping ability 96 Stopping Distances 6 Stopping distances vary with different loads and driving conditions Use caution when you drive under new conditions and acquaint yoursel...

Page 226: ...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 and hold it while you fully apply the parking brake lever To release the parking brake press the brake pedal with your right foot pull up the lever while depressing the release button on the parking brake...

Page 227: ... However since the parking brake does not stop your vehicle as quickly as the normal brakes the stopping distance will increase greatly 96 Traction Control If equipped Traction Control can help improve your traction on slippery surfaces but always operate your vehicle within reasonable limits Abrupt changes in acceleration deceleration turning or combinations of these maneuvers can cause your vehi...

Page 228: ...ystem checked If the power steering system breaks down or if the engine is turned off you can steer the vehicle manually but it takes more effort 6 NOTE After any severe impact such as striking large potholes sliding into curbs on icy roads or a collision involving the front end have the front suspension and steering checked for possible damage 96 Automatic Transaxle Operation 96 Putting Your Vehi...

Page 229: ...ce the gearshift lever securely into position gradually release the brake pedal and use the accelerator as necessary 6 Brake Shift Interlock Safety Feature Your vehicle has a special brake shift interlock safety feature which prevents you from shifting out of P Park without the brake pedal depressed To shift the transaxle out of the P Park position the ignition must be in the ON position and your ...

Page 230: ...ibed above it is possible that a fuse has blown and that your brakelamps may also not be functional Please refer to the chapter titled Roadside Emergencies in this Owner Guide for instructions on checking and replacing fuses 6 WARNING DO NOT DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE UNTIL YOU VERIFY THAT THE BRAKELAMPS ARE WORKING 96 Backing Up 6 Before shifting into or out of R Reverse you should always come to a compl...

Page 231: ... gearshift lever Push in the button on the end of the lever and the OVERDRIVE OFF light on the end of the gearshift lever will illuminate With the OVERDRIVE OFF light illuminated the transaxle will operate in first second and third gears and will not shift into fourth gear Operating in Drive OVERDRIVE OFF light illuminated provides more engine braking than Overdrive for descending hills or city dr...

Page 232: ...ar operation If you select First while driving at higher speeds the transaxle will shift to 2 Second and then downshift to 1 First after the vehicle decelerates to the proper speed 6 Parking 6 Always come to a complete stop before you shift into P Park This position locks the transaxle and prevents the front wheels from turning To securely latch the gearshift in the P Park position pull it toward ...

Page 233: ...he available space Maximum safe vehicle weights as well as tire sizes rim sizes and inflation pressures are specified for your vehicle at the assembly plant on the Safety Compliance Certification Label The certification label is located on the pillar in the driver s door opening 6 Each additional item of equipment affects how much cargo a vehicle can carry If a vehicle is overloaded performance wi...

Page 234: ...nclude passengers cargo or optional equipment installed by factory dealer aftermarket supplier or customer 6 Payload 6 Maximum payload is the combined maximum allowable weight of cargo occupants and optional equipment that the vehicle is designed to carry It is the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating minus the base curb weight 6 Gross Vehicle Weight GVW 6 The Gross Vehicle Weight GVW is the total weight o...

Page 235: ...aximum weight allowed on the axle system 6 The rating is based on the carrying capacity of the weakest axle and suspension component as well as other factors This is why it is so important to observe vehicle loading ratings Overloading a vehicle punishes components and can lead to shortened service life or outright failure 6 The weakest link in the suspension system defines the GAWR and may be the...

Page 236: ... the GVWR and GAWR from your Safety Compliance Certification Label If you do not plan to pull a trailer do not include these ratings into your calculations 6 2 Fill the fuel tank 6 3 Weigh your vehicle without cargo 6 4 Subtract vehicle actual weight from the GVWR to find out how much more weight your vehicle can carry 6 5 Weigh the vehicle again once it is loaded to make sure that the GVWR and fr...

Page 237: ... If your vehicle exceeds either GAWR shift the load or remove cargo accordingly 6 WARNING Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the Safety Compliance Certification Label 6 WARNING Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of the vehicle and could result in engine damage transaxle damage structural damage loss of control and personal injury 6 Pr...

Page 238: ...nnect safety chains to the vehicle frame or hook retainers Never attach chains to the bumper Trailer brakes 6 Separate trailer brakes are required on most trailers weighing over 1 500 lbs 680 kg 6 WARNING Do not connect a trailer s hydraulic brake system directly to your vehicle s brake system Your vehicle may not have enough braking power and your chances of having a collision greatly increase 96...

Page 239: ...han Overdrive If additional braking is needed shift into 2 Second or 1 First gear Servicing Your Vehicle If You Tow 6 If you tow a trailer for a long distance your vehicle will need to be serviced more frequently than usual Refer to the Maintenance Schedule booklet for additional information 6 Trailer Towing Tips 6 Before starting on a trip practice turning stopping and backing in an area away fro...

Page 240: ...ng periods of time in hot weather place the gearshift selector lever in P Park to increase the engine idle speed This aids in engine cooling and air conditioner efficiency If the engine overheats turn the selector knob to select the fresh air position to stop the air conditioner compressor Increase the engine speed for a short time 6 Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade However i...

Page 241: ...and hold while another person retrieves the chocks 96 Four Season Roof Rack If equipped Always load your luggage as far back as it will safely go on the four season roof rack Do not load more than 165 pounds 75 kg on the roof rack structure or 100 pounds 45 kg on the roof panel slats Be careful that your vehicle does not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or its Gross Axle Weight Rating G...

Page 242: ...ter care until you become accustomed to its features and driving characteristics Always operate your vehicle within reasonable limits Abrupt changes in acceleration deceleration turning or combinations of these maneuvers can cause a vehicle to behave differently than anticipated especially when road conditions vary For example even with anti lock brakes extreme braking can make it difficult to con...

Page 243: ...es not work try rocking the vehicle 6 Driving at High Speeds 6 WARNING Driving too fast for conditions creates the possibility of loss of vehicle control Driving at very high speeds for extended periods of time may result in damage to vehicle components 6 Ford Motor Company recommends obeying posted speed limits 6 WARNING Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph 55 km h The tires may fail and injure ...

Page 244: ... high water drive slowly You may have limited traction or wet brakes so allow extra stopping distance because your 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 6 Rocking the Vehicle If your vehicle gets stuck for example in mud or snow you may rock it out Shift in a st...

Page 245: ...g GVWR Also the weight that your vehicle carries on the front axle and rear axle should never be more than the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for the respective axle 6 The load capacities of your vehicle s tires affect the GVWR or GAWR limitations Using replacement tires with a higher weight limit than the originals does not increase GVWR or GAWR Using lower capacity replacement tires may lower GVW...

Page 246: ...you tow 6 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 6 Use extra caution when driving your vehicle while you tow See Driving While You Tow in this section 6 Service your vehicle more frequently if you tow a trailer See Servicing Your Vehicle if You Tow in this section 6 Do not tow a ...

Page 247: ...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 start 96 What To Do If The Engine Does Not Start 96 Fuel Pump Shut Off Switch 6 If the engine cranks but does not start or does not start even after a small collision the fuel pump shut off switch may have b...

Page 248: ...stances you might not even know that the switch has been triggered 6 WARNING If you see or smell fuel do not reset the switch or try to start your vehicle Have all the passengers get out of the vehicle and call the local fire department or a towing service 6 If your engine cranks but does not start after a collision 6 1 Turn the key in the ignition to the OFF position 6 2 Check under the vehicle f...

Page 249: ...fuel you can try to start your vehicle again 6 6 Check all vehicle warning lights before driving your vehicle Fuses and Maxi Fuses Fuses and maxi fuses high current fuses protect your vehicle s electrical system from overloading If electrical parts in your vehicle are not working the system may have been overloaded and caused a blown fuse Before you replace or repair any electrical parts check the...

Page 250: ...es to check follow the procedures under Checking and replacing fuses NOTE Fuse links should only be repaired by your dealer 96 Checking and Replacing Fuses 6 If you need to check a fuse find the fuse panel for the electrical system which is located under the instrument panel and follow these steps 6 1 To remove the fuse panel cover pull down on the fuse panel cover handle Fuse puller tool location...

Page 251: ...Roadside Emergencies 251 2 On the fuse panel find the number of the fuse you want to check Main fuse panel under instrument panel 55 1996 ...

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Page 253: ...Roadside Emergencies 253 55 1996 ...

Page 254: ...e correct amperage rating 6 0 B Fuse puller tool and fuse 6 WARNING 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 and could start a fire 6 5 Put the fuse panel cover back on 6 Even after you replace a fuse it may continue to blow if you do not find what caused the overload If the fuse continues to blow ...

Page 255: ...Roadside Emergencies 255 6 The following chart indicates the colors and amperage ratings of standard fuses 55 1996 ...

Page 256: ...256 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 55 1996 ...

Page 257: ...Roadside Emergencies 257 55 1996 ...

Page 258: ...til the cause of the overload condition is corrected 6 WARNING 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 and could start a fire 96 Relays 6 Relays are devices which receive signals from components or systems After receiving signals relays transfer these signals to activate or deactivate other compon...

Page 259: ...side of the road Park on a level spot turn off the ignition set the parking brake and turn on the hazard flashers 6 Using the Spare Tire 6 Your vehicle has a temporary spare tire unless you ordered the optional full size spare tire This spare tire is smaller than a regular tire and is designed for emergency use only Use it only when you get a flat tire and replace it as soon as you can This spare ...

Page 260: ...s heavier than the maximum vehicle load rating listed on the tire decal 6 tow a trailer 6 use tire chains 6 try to repair the temporary spare tire or remove it from its wheel 6 use the wheel for any other type of vehicle 6 drive through an automatic car wash Because the temporary spare tire is smaller than a conventional tire it reduces the ground clearance Your vehicle may get caught in the rails...

Page 261: ...the cover to expose the hex nut The spare tire cover 6 2 Find the lug wrench in the tool kit located behind the jack in the right cargo area side panel 6 3 Fit the hex shaped end of the lug wrench over the hex nut in the floor of the cargo area Turn counterclockwise until the cable extends far enough to lower the spare tire to the ground 55 1996 ...

Page 262: ...to turn the hex nut counterclockwise until the spare tire retainer can be seen for removal 6 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 6 Removing the spare tire retainer 55 1996 ...

Page 263: ...n one 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 6 WARNING To prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire be sure the parking brake is set then block in both directions the wheel that is diagonally opposite other side and end of the vehicle to the tire being changed 6 WARNIN...

Page 264: ...e tire and jack See previous section for instructions on spare tire removal The jack is located in the rear storage compartment in the right door panel of the cargo area Remove wing bolt to unfasten jack Jack storage 55 1996 ...

Page 265: ...e the wheel cover simply align the valve stem to the slot in the cover and press it back on Wheel cover removal 6 If you have the optional cast aluminum wheels remove the wheel cap to gain access to the lug nuts To remove the cap insert the tapered end of the jack handle behind the notch in the wheel and gently pry the cap off To replace it press it back on 55 1996 ...

Page 266: ...nterclockwise Do not remove the wheel lug nuts until you raise the tire off the ground 96 If your vehicle has the optional locking lug nuts you must use the lug nut removal tool provided with your vehicle s tool kit 6 2 A Anti theft lug nut 6 5 Fit the jack under the proper jacking point indicated by the notch in the bottom of the door frame panel 55 1996 ...

Page 267: ...Roadside Emergencies 267 The notches for the jack Jack placement NOTE If your vehicle is equipped with running boards refer to the following illustration before jacking 55 1996 ...

Page 268: ...268 Jacking information for running boards 55 1996 ...

Page 269: ...k is only meant for changing the tire 6 WARNING Never raise your vehicle by using a bumper jack The bumper could be damaged or the jack could slip and you could be injured NOTE Never raise your vehicle by placing the jack on the torsion bar within axle or front or rear suspension components Serious damage to these components may occur 6 Insert the jack handle into the jack and slide the tapered en...

Page 270: ...ch 6 9 Remove the flat tire and replace it with the spare tire 6 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 tighten fully 6 11 Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise 6 12 Use the wheel lug wrench to tighten lug nuts in the appropriate sequence Re check for complete tightness 55 1996 ...

Page 271: ...lug nuts If you 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 jack is securely fastened 6 15 Store the flat tire under the vehicle just as you would store the spare tire Refer to the section on Stowing the Spare Tire in this chapter 16 Unblock the whe...

Page 272: ...ten 6 2 Check for proper seating against the underbody supports and retighten if necessary WARNING Check the tire seating position for looseness and make sure the tire is not too far forward to avoid axle contact 6 WARNING Make sure the spare tire and jacking equipment are stowed and secured in the proper storage location 96 Jump Starting Your Vehicle 6 Your vehicle s battery may discharge if you ...

Page 273: ... Magnesia a beaten egg or vegetable oil Call a doctor immediately 6 To avoid damaging your vehicle or your battery and to avoid injury to yourself follow these directions for preparing your vehicle to jump start and connecting the jumper cables in the order they are given If in doubt call for road service To prepare your vehicle for jump starting 1 Use only a 12 volt battery to jump start your veh...

Page 274: ...positive terminal as long as you use the same cable for both positive terminals Most jumper cables have a red cable and a black cable The red cable is generally used for the positive terminals and the black for the negative ones 6 2 Connect 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 booste...

Page 275: ...Roadside Emergencies 275 Jumper Cable Placement 3 8L 55 1996 ...

Page 276: ...276 Jumper Cable Placement 3 0L 55 1996 ...

Page 277: ...When both vehicles are running let them idle for a few minutes to charge the dead battery 6 Take the jumper cables off in the following order 1 Remove the negative s end of the jumper cable from the metallic surface in the engine compartment of the vehicle that needed a jump start 2 Remove the other end of the negative s cable from the booster battery 6 3 Remove the positive cable from the booster...

Page 278: ...mber your roadside assistance center 6 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 operators Have your tow truck driver refer to this manual for the proper hook up and towing procedures for your vehicle 55 1996 ...

Page 279: ...ne 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 Assistance in this Owner Guide Check your Warranty Information Booklet to find out which parts are covered 96 Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle 6 Be especially careful when inspecting or servicing your vehi...

Page 280: ...he engine is off 96 WARNING 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 96 WARNING Always remove the key from the ignition after you turn off the engine 96 If you must work under the hood while the engine is on 96 WARNING Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P Park ...

Page 281: ...ever 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 center of the vehicle 96 3 Lift the hood and release the prop rod from its retaining clip Place the end of the prop rod in the prop rod hole provided on the underside of the hood 32 1996 ...

Page 282: ...282 Propping the hood 32 1996 ...

Page 283: ... latch Be sure to oil the hood latch every six months to maintain smooth operation 6 2 Try to lift the hood after closing it to be sure it is securely latched 96 Engine Compartment Your vehicle has a 3 0 liter SFI V 6 engine or an optional 3 8 liter SFI V 6 engine The following illustrations show diagrams of your engine and where you can find items you should service regularly 32 1996 ...

Page 284: ...284 The engine compartment 3 0 liter only 32 1996 ...

Page 285: ...Maintenance and Care 285 The engine compartment 3 8 liter only 32 1996 ...

Page 286: ...splaying 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 container 6 The API Certification Mark 6 Never use 6 Non Detergent oils 6 Oils labeled API SA SB SC SD SE SF or SG 96 Additional engine oil additives oil treatments or engine treatments 32 1996 ...

Page 287: ... is 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 level ground 96 Checking the engine oil level 6 1 Turn the engine off after it has warmed up and allow a few minutes for the engine oil to drain back into the oil pan 6 2 Set the parking brake making s...

Page 288: ...cle 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 cap and use a funnel to pour oil into the opening Be careful not to overfill the engine Recheck the oil level after you finish adding oil 96 Changing the Engine Oil and the Oil Filter 6 Refer to the Mainten...

Page 289: ... brake 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 Add fluid if level is 0 30 or more below the MAX line 96 WARNING Brake fluid is toxic 96 If brake fluid contacts eyes flush eyes with running water for 15 minutes Get medical attention if irritati...

Page 290: ...your brakes 96 Do not fill the reservoir above the MAX line 96 If you find that the fluid level is excessively low below the seam or ridge on the outside of the plastic reservoir have the brake system inspected 96 WARNING Do not let the reservoir for the master cylinder run dry This may cause the brakes to fail 32 1996 ...

Page 291: ...gate washers 96 WARNING 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 water because specially formulated washer fluids contain additives that dissolve road grime For safety reasons washer fluids containing an appropriate antifreeze such as methanol should be used in fr...

Page 292: ...ion container 96 Engine Coolant 96 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 a month but preferably each time you stop for fuel Simply check the coolant reservoir located in the engine compartment The coolant should stay slightly above the FULL COLD...

Page 293: ...nol 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 cap rubber seals Make sure they are clean and free of any dirt Rinse off with water if necessary When you replace the radiator cap make sure the radiator filler neck seats are clean Also check that ...

Page 294: ... 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 96 Freezing Protection 6 The factory installed solution of Ford Premium Cooling System Fluid and water will protect your vehicle to s35 F s37 C Check the freeze protection rating of the engine coolant at least once a year just before winter 96 Add engine co...

Page 295: ... 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 all 14 requirements of Ford specification ESE M97B44 A The use of a coolant that does not meet the 14 requirements may void your warranty for the engine cooling system Use only a premium nationally recognize...

Page 296: ... a quart liter at a time 96 Checking Hoses 6 Inspect all engine and heater system hoses for deterioration leaks and loose clamps before adding or replacing engine coolant Make whatever repairs or replacements are necessary using Motorcraft parts or their equivalents 96 Engine Coolant Drain and Flush To drain and flush your engine coolant you MUST see your Ford dealer or refer to the procedure in t...

Page 297: ...d fluid in small amounts continuously checking the level until the fluid is between the minimum MIN and maximum MAX lines on the dipstick Do not overfill 6 Make sure the cap is free of all dirt prior to re installing to prevent pump damage 6 Use only power steering fluid that meets Ford Specification ESW M2C33 F such as Ford Premium Power Steering Fluid E6AZ 19582 AA or an equivalent Type F Automa...

Page 298: ... level should be checked 6 It is best to check the transaxle fluid level at normal operating temperature after approximately 20 miles 30 km of driving However if necessary you can check the fluid level without having to drive 20 miles 30 km to obtain a normal operating temperature if outside temperatures are above 50 F 10 C 6 NOTE If the vehicle has been operated for an extended period at high spe...

Page 299: ...en until some fluid has been added if the fluid level is below the bottom hole on the dipstick and the outside temperature is above 50 F 10 C Add only enough fluid to bring the level above the bottom hole The fluid level should be rechecked at normal operating temperature 96 Adding Automatic Transaxle Fluid 6 The fluid type is stamped on the dipstick Before adding any fluid be sure that the correc...

Page 300: ...rminals 6 If you see any corrosion on the battery cables or terminals remove the cables from the terminal and clean them both with a wire brush You can neutralize the acid with a solution of baking soda and water Reinstall the cables when you are done cleaning them and apply a small quantity of grease to the top of each battery terminal to help prevent corrosion 6 Battery replacement 6 If your ori...

Page 301: ...ry needs water often have the charging system checked 96 Help Us Protect Our Environment 96 Ford Motor Company strongly recommends that used lead acid batteries be returned to an authorized recycling facility for disposal 96 1 A Battery recycling symbol 96 WARNING The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames sparks or lit cigarettes An explosion could result in injury or vehicle d...

Page 302: ...x treatments used by commercial car washes reduce the effectiveness of wipers 96 If the blades do not wipe properly clean both the windshield and the wiper blades Use undiluted windshield washer solution or a mild detergent Rinse thoroughly with clear water Do not use fuel kerosene paint thinner or other solvents to clean your wiper blades These will damage your blades Your wipers have a service f...

Page 303: ...he windshield to remove it from the arm 5 3 Attach a new wiper blade to the wiper arm and press it into place until you hear it click 96 Tires Look at your tires each time you fill your fuel tank If one tire looks lower than the others check the pressure in all of them Keep your tires inflated to the recommended pressures See Checking the pressure of the tires later in this chapter 6 Stay within t...

Page 304: ...e an accurate tire pressure gauge Check the tire pressure when tires are cold that is after the vehicle has been parked for at least one hour or has been driven less than 3 miles 5 km You can find the proper cold tire pressure on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the driver s door pillar 96 WARNING Improperly inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly possi...

Page 305: ...vehicle has aluminum wheels you may remove the full size if equipped spare tire from the wheel and remount it on an aluminum wheel to rotate the spare tire into your vehicle s rotation pattern 96 Replacing the Tires 6 Replace tires that show wear bands When your tire shows a wear band it has only 1 16 of an inch 1 59 mm of tread left 6 0 A A worn out tire 32 1996 ...

Page 306: ...n the decal If you do not follow these precautions your vehicle may not drive properly and safely 96 WARNING Make sure that all replacement tires are of the same size type load carrying capacity and tread design e g All Terrain etc as originally offered by Ford 96 WARNING Do not replace your tires with high performance tires or larger size tires 96 WARNING Use of aftermarket wheel assemblies may d...

Page 307: ...254 305 mm or limited production tires as defined in Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575 104 c 2 6 U S Department of Transportation Tire quality grades The U S Department of Transportation requires Ford to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it 96 Treadwear 6 The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the t...

Page 308: ... high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Stadard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required b...

Page 309: ...ou can hear the chains rub or bang against your vehicle stop the vehicle and tighten the chains If you continue to hear the chains rub or bang against your vehicle remove the chains to prevent damage to your vehicle 96 Avoid fully loading your vehicle if possible 96 Remove tire chains at the first opportunity after using them on snow and ice Do not use the chains on dry roads Limited chain clearan...

Page 310: ...nd then continue rotating counterclockwise to remove the fuel cap 4 Follow the fuel cap removal instructions and use caution to minimize the possibility of fuel spraying when you unscrew the cap 96 WARNING The fuel system may be under pressure If the fuel cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound wait until it stops before completely removing the cap WARNING Turn the fuel cap 3 4 of a tu...

Page 311: ...tightening 96 If you lose the fuel cap replace it with an authorized Motorcraft or equivalent part 96 WARNING If you do not use the proper fuel cap the pressure in the fuel tank can damage the fuel system or cause it to work improperly in a collision 96 NOTE If you replace your fuel cap with an aftermarket fuel filler cap the customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel tank and or fue...

Page 312: ... days 96 Choosing the Right Fuel 6 Use only UNLEADED FUEL Using leaded fuel is prohibited by federal law and could damage your vehicle The damage may not be covered by your warranty 6 Vehicle inspection programs may detect misfueling Under these circumstances you may be required by law to make costly repairs at your own expense 96 Octane recommendation 6 Your vehicle is designed to use regular unl...

Page 313: ... it may be caused by fuel with low volatility Try a different brand of fuel If the condition persists see your dealer or qualified service technician 6 It should not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to your fuel tank if you continue to use a high quality fuel 6 minimizing deposits in fuel injectors combustion chambers and on intake valves 6 assuring quick starting and smooth warm up 6 ...

Page 314: ...ntaining oxygenates We encourage you to use these fuels 96 Safety Information Relating to Automotive Fuels 96 WARNING Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or death if misused or mishandled 96 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 ignition away from fuels Automotive fuels ...

Page 315: ...e harmful if absorbed through the skin Be careful not to splash fuel on yourself or your clothing 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 splashed in the eyes remove contact lenses if worn flush with large amounts of water for 15 minutes and seek...

Page 316: ...gine 96 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 economy 6 1 Fill the tank completely and record the initial odometer reading 6 2 Every time you buy fuel record the amount in gallons or liters purchased 3 Divide the total number of miles that you have driven b...

Page 317: ...antee that you will achieve the fuel economy shown 96 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 vehicle gives you better fuel economy Follow the schedules for maintaining your vehicle that are in the Maintenance Schedule booklet 2 Drive your vehicle efficiently Change your driving habi...

Page 318: ...el 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 that the catalytic converter and the other emission control parts continue to work properly 6 Use only unleaded fuel 6 Avoid running out of fuel 6 Never turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving especi...

Page 319: ... a fire 96 Watch 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 emission system is not working properly 96 Do not make any unauthorized changes to your vehicle or engine Changes that cause more unburned fuel to reach the exhaust system can increase the tem...

Page 320: ...ent 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 complete warranty information 5 Never use a metal exhaust collector when you service your vehicle If the metal collector contacts any of your vehicle s plastic trim or bumper parts they could melt or deform 6 Do n...

Page 321: ...eck of 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 and go city type traffic with at least four idle periods 6 At least ten minutes of driving on an expressway or highway 6 Before completing the above driving modes the engine must be warmed up a...

Page 322: ...arefully 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 are operated 96 Do not remove the burned out bulb unless you can immediately replace it with a new one If a bulb is removed for an extended period of time contaminants may enter the headlamp and affect its perf...

Page 323: ...old the new bulb 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 the bulb assembly from the plastic base 6 6 Be sure that you have the proper replacement bulb ready before you discard the burned out bulb 32 1996 ...

Page 324: ...touch the glass with your fingers 2 Snap the retaining clip over the plastic base 6 3 Push the electrical connector into the rear of the plastic base until it snaps locking it into place 6 4 Turn the headlamps on and make sure that they work properly If the headlamp was correctly aligned before you changed bulbs you should not need to align it again 96 Replacing the Taillamp Bulbs To remove a bulb...

Page 325: ... by pulling straight out from socket To install a taillamp bulb 1 Insert new bulb into socket by pushing bulb until it is locked in 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 Rock lens around on outer edge and snap in second snap attachment 5 Repla...

Page 326: ...326 Light bulb locations 32 1996 ...

Page 327: ...ing 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 wiring connector to lamp 32 1996 ...

Page 328: ...328 96 Bulb replacement chart 96 32 1996 ...

Page 329: ...our 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 however believes that continual improvement in customer satisfaction is a high priority For this reason Ford has authorized its dealers to repair at no charge to the owner the surfaces of new vehicles ...

Page 330: ...you have your vehicle rustproofed remove oversprayed rustproofing with a tar and road oil remover If rustproofing is not removed from plastic and rubber parts it can cause deterioration 96 Cleaning the Safety Belts 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...

Page 331: ...or any abrasive cleaner to clean the lens as these may cause scratches 96 Cleaning the Exterior Lamps 6 Do not use dry paper towel chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners to clean the lamps as these may cause scratches or crack the lamps 96 Cleaning the Interior Lamps 6 Your interior dome lamps and map lamps are plastic and should be cleaned with a mild detergent diluted in water Rinse them with cl...

Page 332: ...w the directions that come with the cleaner 6 NOTE Before using any cleaner test it on a small hidden area of fabric If the fabric s color or texture is adversely affected by a particular cleaner do not use it 96 Cleaning the Wheels 6 Wash the wheels with the same detergent you use to wash your vehicle s body Do not use acid based wheel cleaners steel wool abrasives fuel or strong detergents These...

Page 333: ...333 Capacities and Specifications 96 Motorcraft Parts 6 58 1996 ...

Page 334: ...334 6 Refill Capacities 58 1996 ...

Page 335: ...Capacities and Specifications 335 96 Lubricant Specifications 6 58 1996 ...

Page 336: ...egular maintenance to protect against rust and damage 6 Body 6 Wash your vehicle thoroughly to remove dirt grease oil tar or mud from exterior surfaces rear wheel housings and underside of front fenders 6 Touch up raw or primed metal to prevent rust 6 Cover chrome and stainless steel parts with a thick coat of auto wax to prevent discoloration Re wax as necessary when your vehicle is washed Lubric...

Page 337: ...nections in order to avoid the danger of fuel spray 6 NOTE During extended periods of vehicle storage 60 days or more fuel may deteriorate due to oxidation This can damage rubber and other polymers in the fuel system and may also clog small orifices 6 Ford Gas Stabilizer should be added whenever actual or expected storage periods exceed 60 days Follow the instructions on the label The vehicle shou...

Page 338: ...ons clean and covered with a light coat of grease 96 Brakes 6 Make sure the brakes and parking brake are fully released 96 Tires 6 Maintain recommended air pressure 6 Miscellaneous 6 Make sure all linkages cables levers and clevis pins under the vehicle are covered with grease to prevent rust 6 Lubricate working parts to prevent corrosion 58 1996 ...

Page 339: ...y 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 6 To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of...

Page 340: ...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 vehicle if you are stranded Even non warranty related tows like accidents or getting stuck in mud or snow are covered some exclusions apply such as impound towing and repossession 4 How to use Roadside Assistance 4 Y...

Page 341: ...ion 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 the inquiry or concern remains unresolved contact the Sales Manager or Service Manager at the dealership 3 If the inquiry or concern cannot be resolved at the dealership level please contact the Ford...

Page 342: ...r 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 date purchased 6 the current mileage on your vehicle 6 your 17 digit Vehicle Identification Number VIN shown on your owner card 33 1996 ...

Page 343: ...Cases 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 by a dealer or Ford Motor Company except those involving 6 a non Ford product 6 a non Ford dealership 6 a vehicle sales transaction 6 request for reimbursement of consequential expenses Expenses in...

Page 344: ... by an independent consulting firm Dealers are chosen because of their business leadership qualities If the involved vehicle is within 36 months and 36 000 miles of the date of delivery warranty start date you have the right to make an oral presentation before the Board by indicating your choice on the application Also oral presentations may be requested by the Board A decision is made by the Boar...

Page 345: ...llowing address to request a brochure that contains an application You will be sent a brochure which contains a one page customer application form The form should be completed and mailed to the same address 6 You will be sent a brochure and a one page customer application form To begin the Board review process the form should be completed and mailed to the special Board P O Box number shown above ...

Page 346: ... 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 Outside the U S and Canada 6 Before you export your vehicle to a foreign country contact the appropriate foreign embassy or consulate to make sure local regulations do not prevent you from registering your vehi...

Page 347: ...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 contact 5 3 C 5 If you are in other foreign countries contact the nearest Ford dealership If the dealership cannot help you they can direct you to the appropriate Ford affiliate office 5 If you buy your ve...

Page 348: ...ses 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 mediation arbitration program administered by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP 6 The CAMVAP program is a straight forward and relatively speedy alternative to resolve a disagree...

Page 349: ... the 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 services are available in all territories and provinces except Quebec For more information without charge or obligation call your CAMVAP Provincial Administrator directly at 1 800 207 0685 33 1996 ...

Page 350: ...f your vehicle Some of the available accessories are listed below 3 Safety Comfort and Convenience 3 Comfort and Convenience Engine Block Heater Standard in Canada Remote Keyless Entry 3 Protection and Appearance Equipment Aero Running Boards Molded Running Boards Carpet Floor Mats Cleaners Waxes and Polishes Front End Cover Front End Mini Cover Lubricants and Oils Side Window Shields Styled Wheel...

Page 351: ...nsult your dealer for specific weight information 5 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 subject to the rules and regulations of the Federal Communications Commission FCC 47 CFR Parts 2 and 15 Any such system installed in your vehicle should comply with those rules and ...

Page 352: ...ay 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 ordinarily will not affect vehicle operation 5 NOTE Because Ford has no control over the operation or manufacture of such systems or their installation Ford cannot assume responsibility for any adverse ef...

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Page 364: ... 186 wearing safety belts 180 Air cleaner filter location 283 Air conditioning manual heating and air conditioning system 83 Alarm activating remote personal 141 Alcohol in fuel 314 Aluminum wheels 265 Antenna radio see Electronic sound system 41 99 Antifreeze see Engine coolant 292 Anti lock brake system ABS description 223 noise 223 see also Brake 223 warning light 12 Anti theft lug nuts and key...

Page 365: ...43 Automatic transaxle driving with 228 fluid adding 298 299 fluid checking 298 fluid refill capacities 334 fluid specification 335 B Backing up 230 Basic vehicle warranty 3 Battery acid treating emergencies 273 301 battery saver 139 charging system warning light 15 how to service 300 jumping a disabled battery 272 maintenance free 300 proper disposal recycling 301 servicing 300 when storing your ...

Page 366: ...ding 289 fluid refill capacities 289 fluid specifications 289 335 front disc 223 if brakes do not grip well 225 lubricant specifications 335 master cylinder 289 new brake linings 4 noise 223 225 parking 226 power braking 223 servicing 225 289 stopping distances 225 242 when storing your vehicle 338 Brake shift interlock 229 Break in period 4 Brights high beams 18 Built in child seat operation 188 ...

Page 367: ... player see Electronic sound system 47 Chains tires 308 Changing a tire 259 Charging system warning light 15 Childproof locks 122 Child safety restraints 186 built in child seat 188 child safety belts 199 child safety seats 200 Child safety seats and air bags 181 200 attaching with tether straps 211 automatic locking mode retractor 200 built in child seat 188 in front seat 181 200 in rear outboard...

Page 368: ...upholstery and interior trim 332 washing 329 waxing 329 wheels 332 Climate control system air conditioning 81 heating 81 Clock 47 62 77 Cold engine starting 218 Combination lap and shoulder belts 170 Compact disc player see Electronic sound system 42 47 Compact disc radio see Electronic sound system 42 Console description 131 Controls mirrors 129 Coolant see Engine coolant checking and adding 292 ...

Page 369: ... running light system 97 Defrost rear window 93 windshield 85 Dipstick 287 automatic transaxle fluid 298 engine oil 287 Disabled vehicle see Towing 278 Dispute Settlement Board 344 Doors 121 door ajar warning light 16 lubricant specifications 335 Driving under special conditions bad weather 243 heavy load 245 high speed 243 high water 244 slippery roads 243 tips for safe driving 242 towing a trail...

Page 370: ...nic stereo radio see Electronic sound system 71 Emergencies roadside assistance 341 battery acid spills 273 302 fuel 314 jump starting 272 towing 278 Emergency brake parking brake 226 Emission control system 318 catalytic converter 318 emissions warranty 3 318 320 Engine check engine warning light 13 does not start 247 fuel injected engine starting 217 fuel pump shut off switch 247 preparing to st...

Page 371: ...scription 21 29 mechanical 21 Engine fan 279 Engine knocking 313 Engine oil changing oil and oil filter 288 checking and adding 287 dipstick 287 disposal 288 295 300 engine oil pressure warning light 15 25 filter specifications 333 refill capacities 334 specifications 286 synthetic oil 286 break in oils 4 viscosity 287 Entry system illuminated 143 keyless 136 remote 139 Exhaust fumes 220 Extended ...

Page 372: ...owner guides how to obtain 3 Fuel calculating fuel economy 316 capacity 334 choosing the right fuel 312 filling your vehicle with fuel 310 filter specifications 333 fuel gauge 19 28 improving fuel economy 317 low fuel warning light 19 octane rating 312 quality 313 running out of fuel 316 safety information relating to automotive fuels 314 storing your vehicle 337 treating emergencies 314 Fuel and ...

Page 373: ...12 316 Gasohol 314 Gauges Electronic engine coolant temperature gauge 29 fuel gauge 28 odometer 31 speedometer 30 tachometer 32 Gauges Mechanical engine coolant temperature gauge 21 fuel gauge 19 odometer 22 speedometer 22 tachometer 23 trip odometer 22 GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating calculating 236 definition 235 245 driving with a heavy load 245 location 235 Gearshift automatic operation 228 colu...

Page 374: ...stem 115 bulb specification 328 checking alignment 322 cleaning 331 daytime running lights 97 flashing 103 high beam 103 replacing bulbs 322 turning on and off 95 warning chime 97 Head restraints 154 Heated mirrors 131 Heating manual heating and air conditioning system 81 rear seat controls 91 High beams indicator light 18 operation 103 Hitch 238 Hood latch location 281 lubrication specifications ...

Page 375: ... module 37 Indicator lights and chimes see Lights 7 Infant seats see Safety seats 186 200 Instrument cluster electronic 25 Instrument panel cleaning 81 331 lighting up panel and interior 98 registers 82 Integrated child seat see Built in child seat 188 Interval wipers 104 J Jack operation 263 positioning 263 Jump starting your vehicle attaching cables 274 disconnecting cables 277 File wnixs ex Upd...

Page 376: ...8 daytime running light system 97 dome lamps 117 flashing the lamps 103 fog lamps 96 hazard flashers 108 headlamps 95 high beams 103 illuminated entry system 143 illuminated mirrors 120 instrument panel dimming 98 interior lamps 98 map lamps 117 trailer 238 Lane change indicator see Turn signal 102 Lap belts 178 Liftgate 132 Lights warning and indicator air bag 17 anti lock brakes ABS 12 anti thef...

Page 377: ...WR 245 GVWR 245 trailer towing 236 246 Lubricant specifications 335 Luggage rack 241 Lug nuts anti theft 266 tightening sequence 271 Lumbar support pad 149 M Maintenance schedule and record see separate Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet 3 Maintenance see servicing 279 Master cylinder brakes 289 Methanol in fuel 314 Mileage calculating fuel economy 316 Mirrors automatic dimming rearview mirro...

Page 378: ...il filter 288 Oil see Engine oil 286 Oil viscosity 286 On board diagnostic OBD II system 321 Overdrive 231 Overseas offices 347 P Panic alarm feature remote entry system 141 Parking brake operation 226 warning light 11 Parts see Motorcraft Parts 333 PCV valve specifications 333 Power door locks 124 Power features door locks 124 lumbar support 149 mirrors 129 seats 148 windows 125 File wnixs ex Upd...

Page 379: ...ndow 125 defroster 93 washer 94 washer reservoir 291 Refill capacities for fluids 334 Relays 258 Remote entry system 139 illuminated entry 143 locking unlocking doors 140 panic alarm 141 replacement additional transmitters 142 Restraints safety see Safety restraints adult 147 child 186 infant 186 200 Roadside assistance 341 Roadside emergencies 247 Roof rack 241 Rotating the tires 304 File wnixs e...

Page 380: ...0 for pregnant women 147 169 lap and shoulder belts 170 lap belt 178 maintenance 179 replacement 179 warning light and chime 12 Safety seats for children and air bags 181 200 attaching with tether straps 211 automatic locking mode retractor 200 built in child seat 188 in front seat 200 in rear outboard 200 in rear seat 200 tether anchorage hardware 211 Seats adjusting the seats power 148 child saf...

Page 381: ... 259 conventional spare 259 Spark plugs specifications 333 Special driving conditions 242 Specification chart lubricants 335 Speed control resetting 113 tap up tap down 113 when towing a trailer 239 Speedometer 22 30 Starting your vehicle preparing to start your vehicle 217 starting a cold engine 218 starting your vehicle if the battery is disabled 272 Steering power 228 Steering wheel horn 108 lo...

Page 382: ...ints 211 Tilt steering wheel 109 Tires changing 259 checking the pressure 303 cleaning 332 inspection and maintenance 303 replacing 305 rotating 304 snow tires and chains 308 storing your vehicle 338 tire grades 305 307 treadwear 305 307 wear bands 305 Towing a trailer see Trailer towing 246 Towing your vehicle using wheel dollies 278 with a tow truck 278 Traction control 227 Trailer towing tips 2...

Page 383: ...ty mirror 120 Variable interval wipers 104 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 343 Vehicle loading calculating the load 236 understanding loading information 245 Vehicle storage 336 Ventilating your vehicle see Climate control 81 Viscosity see Engine oil 286 Visor see Sunvisor 120 Voltmeter see Battery voltage gauge 15 W Warning chimes headlamps on 97 safety belt 12 Warning lights see Lights 7 Warra...

Page 384: ...g 332 covers 265 inspection and maintenance 303 Windows 125 manual windows operating 125 power windows operating 125 Windshield washing 104 Windshield washer fluid and wipers 104 checking and adding fluid 291 checking and replacing wiper blades 302 liftgate reservoir 291 low washer fluid light 18 26 operation 104 reservoir 291 specifications 291 variable interval wipers 104 Windshield wipers and w...

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