Ford 2000 Focus manual

Introduction 2 Instrumentation 6 Controls and features 19 Seating and safety restraints 77 Starting 121 Driving 128 Roadside emergencies 157 Maintenance and care 182 Capacities and specifications 252 Customer assistance 261 Reporting safety defects (U. S. only) 272 Index 273 Contents Before driving Starting and driving Servicing  [...]

Introduction  ICONS                   [...]

Introduction 3 W ARNINGS Provide information which may reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possible damage to others, your vehicle and its equipment. BREAKING IN YOUR VEHICLE There are no particular breakingĆin rules for your vehicle. During the first 1 600 km (1 000 miles) of driving, vary speeds frequently . This is necessary to give [...]

Introduction 4 V ehicle symbol glossary These are some of the symbols you may have on your vehicle. Safety Alert See Owner' s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Airbag - Front Airbag - Side Child Seat Child Seat Installation W arning Child Seat T ether Anchorage Brake System AntiĆLock Brake System Brake Fluid - NonĆPetroleum Based T raction Control Ma[...]

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Instrumentation 6 Page 21 Luggage compartment control Page 20, 54 Direction indicators/ high beam Page 8-18 Instrument cluster Page 55 W iper lever Page 56-59 Speed control Page 54 Steering wheel adjustment Page 53 Ignition switch Page 19-20 Headlamp control Page 21 Panel dimmer control Page 159-167 Fuse panel[...]

Instrumentation 7 Page 32 Hazard flasher Page 33-53 Electronic sound system Page 24-31 Climate controls Page 32 Rear window defrost control Page 30 Air conditioning/ Recirculated air control Page 73 AntiĆtheft system control light[...]

Instrumentation 8 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER W ARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Check engine Y our vehicle is equipped with a computer that monitors the engine' s emission control system. This system is commonly known as the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD II). This OBD II system protects the environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet govern[...]

Instrumentation 9 The   indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the ON position to check the bulb. If it comes on after the engine is started, one of the engine' s emission control systems may be malfunctioning. The light may illuminate without a driveability concern being noted. The ve[...]

Instrumentation 10 If the   light remains on, have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity .    Engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter . Y ou should drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration[...]

Instrumentation 11 Air bag readiness Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned on. If the light fails to illuminate, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced immediately . Doors ajar Illuminates when the ignition is in the ON or ST ART position and any door or the luggage compartment is open. T urn signal Illuminates whe[...]

Instrumentation  Safety belt " & #"! % " " ! "#  " "  !" "  &# " !" &# !"& "![...]

Instrumentation 13 Brake system warning Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position and the engine is off. If brake warning lamp does not illuminate at this time, seek service immediately . Also illuminates when the parking brake is engaged. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level or[...]

Instrumentation  Speed control (if equipped)                   ?[...]

Instrumentation 15 Headlamps on warning chime Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off (and the key is not in the ignition) and the driver' s door is opened. Safety belt warning chime Chimes to remind you to fasten your safety belts. For information on the safety belt warning chime, refer to the [...]

Instrumentation  INSTRUMENT CLUSTER GAUGES T emperature gauge               ?[...]

Instrumentation                       [...]

Instrumentation 18 Speedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed. Odometer Registers the total kilometers (miles) of the vehicle. T ripmeter Registers the kilometers (miles) of individual journeys. T o reset depress the control. Fuel gauge Displays approximately how much fuel is in the fuel tank (when the key is in the ON position). The fuel gaug[...]

Controls and features  HEADLAMP CONTROL                     ?[...]

Controls and features 20 The control light will illuminate when the fog lights are in use. The   should be used only when visibility is considerably restricted by fog, snow or rain. Daytime running lights (DRL) (if equipped) T urns the headlamps on. T o activate: • The engine must be running and • The headlamp control[...]

Controls and features 21 P ANEL DIMMER CONTROL This can be adjusted to vary the intensity of the panel lighting. Operates only when the exterior lights are switched on. REMOTE LUGGAGE COMP ARTMENT RELEASE (if equipped) T o open the luggage compartment, press the control. The control does not function if the vehicle is traveling faster than 7 km/h ([...]

Controls and features 22 T o open the luggage compartment door (lid) from the inside, pull the illuminated T" shaped handle and push open the door (lid). The material the handle is made of will glow in the darkness of the luggage compartment following a brief exposure to ambient light. The T" shaped handle will be located either on [...]

Controls and features 23 On hot days, the temperature in the trunk can rise very quickly and cause injury or death to any living thing (animal, small child) entrapped in the trunk. Sedans may be equipped with glow in the dark unlocking controls, which allow a means of escape by exiting through the folding rear seatback. These are located near the u[...]

Controls and features  CLIMA TE CONTROLS Heater only system Fan speed control          T emperature control      [...]

Controls and features 25 • (Panel) Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers. • (Panel and Floor) Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers and the floor ducts. • (Floor) Allows for maximum heating. Distributes outside air through the floor ducts. • ā (Floor and defrost) Distributes outside air thr[...]

Controls and features 26 Operating Tips • In humid weather , select ā (Defrost) before driving. This will help to reduce fogging on your windshield. After a few minutes, select any desired position. • Do not put objects under the front seat that will interfere with airflow to the back seats. • Remove any snow , ice or leaves from the air int[...]

Controls and features  Manual heating and air conditioning system (if equipped) Fan speed control          T emperature control     ?[...]

Controls and features 28 The air conditioning functions in all modes if the outside temperature is 4 ° C (40 ° F) or higher . Since the air conditioner removes considerable moisture from the air during operation, it is normal if clear water drips on the ground under the air conditioner drain while the system is working and even after you have sto[...]

Controls and features 29 • ā (Floor and defrost) Distributes air through the windshield defroster ducts and the floor ducts. Heating and air conditioning capabilities are provided in this mode. For added customer comfort, when the temperature control knob is anywhere in between the full hot and full cold positions, the air distributed through th[...]

Controls and features 30 Air conditioning control (if equipped) Press the control to turn on or off. The control light in the switch indicates operation. This mode can be used for air conditioning. It will only function if the temperature is about 4 ° C (40 ° F) or higher . For maximum A/C performance, press both A/C and recirculated air controls[...]

Controls and features 31 • Remove any snow , ice or leaves from the air intake area (at the bottom of the windshield under the hood). • If the vehicle has been parked with the windows closed during hot weather , the air conditioner will do a much faster job of cooling if you drive for two or three minutes with the windows open. This will force [...]

Controls and features  REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER   ""                ?[...]

Controls and features  AUDIO SYSTEM Anti-theft protection panel                     ?[...]

Controls and features 34 Replacement panels Y our Ford Dealer will require the following if you need to order a replacement panel: 1. Y our name and address. 2. The V ehicle Identification Number (visible on a plate mounted on the instrument panel). Refer to illustration under    [...]

Controls and features  Radio reception    !  ! ! $% !" ! ! ! ! !!  #  $ ! $  %"  !  ! ?[...]

Controls and features                 [...]

Controls and features  On/Off      V olume control       Sound adjustments       ?[...]

Controls and features 38 W aveband selector (AM/FM) Press repeatedly during radio reception to select AM, FM1 or FM2. The display indicates the selection made. Seek/tuning control (SEEK) Press A or " to locate the next station down or up the waveband selected. Manual tuning control (TUNE) Press A or " to locate the next frequency step dow[...]

Controls and features 39 4500N AND 4600N AUDIO CONTROLS The 4500 radio/cassette is compatible with a CD changer . Automatic music search On/Off and V olume control CD control Clock Scan tuning Fade/Balance control Bass/ T reble control AntiĆtheft protection panel W aveband/ AutoStore selector AntiĆtheft protection panel release button MENU button[...]

Controls and features 40 The 4600 radio/ CD player is compatible with a CD changer . CD eject On/Off and V olume control CD control Clock Scan tuning Fade/Balance control Bass/T reble control AntiĆtheft protection panel W aveband/ AutoStore selector AntiĆtheft protection panel release button MENU button SEEK tuning control Station preset buttons[...]

Controls and features 41 On/off Press for on/off. This button can also operate the radio for up to one hour with the ignition turned off. The radio automatically switches off after one hour . This function can be used repeatedly . V olume control The display indicates the level selected. Bass/T reble control Press BASS/TREBLE" once for bass[...]

Controls and features 42 Fade/Balance control Press F ADE/BAL" once for fade (front to rear) or twice for balance (left to right), and use the volume control for sound system adjustment. The display indicates the level selected. T o adjust beyond the 0" setting, stop rotating the control at 0" then restart. The fade function[...]

Controls and features 43 W aveband selector (AM/FM) • Press repeatedly during radio reception to select AM, FM1, FM2 or AutoStore (see   ). The display indicates the selection made. • Press during tape or CD playback to return to radio reception. AutoStore selector AutoStore selects six strong [...]

Controls and features 44 Station preset buttons Select a waveband (FM or AM) and tune to the station required. Press and hold one of the preset buttons. When sound returns, the station has been stored. 24 preset frequencies can be stored - six on each of the AM, FM1, FM2 and AutoStore bands. Stereo indicator The symbol shows whenever a stereo signa[...]

Controls and features 45 MENU button (main features) – radio Use the MENU button to access main menu features and the SEEK button for adjustment. Manual tuning Press the MENU button once until a display like the one shown opposite appears. Then use the SEEK button to make manual tuning adjustments. The FM waveband allows 200kHz tuning steps, and [...]

Controls and features 46 4500N Units only T ape control buttons Insert a tape and playback will automatically override radio or CD. T APE A" or T APE B" appears in the display to indicate which side of the tape is playing. Note that the tape side facing upward in the audio unit is always considered T APE A". Fast forward/rew[...]

Controls and features 47 T ape side selection During tape playback, press both and buttons partially in to change the tape side being played. T ape eject Press both and buttons fully in to eject the cassette and restore radio reception. T o pause tape playback Press AM/FM to pause tape playback and restore radio reception, or the CD button for CD p[...]

Controls and features 48 MENU button (main features) – tape Use the MENU button to access main menu features, and the SEEK button for adjustment. Dolby B r noise reduction Press the MENU button repeatedly until a display like the one shown opposite appears. Then use the SEEK button to turn this function on (NR ON") or off (NR OFF"[...]

Controls and features 49 4600N units only CD Playback (8cm and 12cm CDs can be played) CD playback starts and radio reception is interrupted, when a CD is inserted into the entry slot. PLA Y CD" appears in the display . Press CD to start playback from a CD already in the audio unit. If no disc is inserted, NO CD" appears in the disp[...]

Controls and features 50 Fast forward/reverse Press and hold A SEEK or SEEK " to search backwards or forwards across the tracks on the disc. Scan mode Press the SCAN button. Each track is played in turn for a short period. During this scan, SCAN" appears in the display . T o continue listening to a track, press SCAN. Pressing SCAN at a[...]

Controls and features 51 CD care and maintenance For best possible sound quality , use CDs that are clean and in good condition. CD error codes Codes may be shown in the audio unit display that indicate errors with the CD unit. These codes are as follows: Display Description/rectification E11 or E15 Internal fault, see your dealer . E12 Clean the d[...]

Controls and features 52 Random track playback (SHUF) Press the MENU button until a display like the one shown opposite appears. Then use the SEEK button to turn this function on (SHUFĆON") or off (SHUFĆOFF"). W ith the function on, the Cd" indicator is replaced by SHUF" as a new track is selected. Track compressio[...]

Controls and features 53 • When selected, Automatic V olume Control increases or decreases the audio unit' s volume level to compensate for engine and road speed noise. • The SEEK button provides a selection of settings between A VC OFF" and A VC +7". The display shows the level selected. This feature is not available on so[...]

Controls and features  TIL T AND TELESCOPE STEERING (if equipped)                    ?[...]

Controls and features  WINDSHIELD WIPER/W ASHER CONTROL                   [...]

Controls and features 56 SPEED CONTROL (if equipped) T o turn speed control on • Press ON. V ehicle speed cannot be controlled until the vehicle is travelling at or above 48 km/h (30 mph). Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, slippery , or unpaved. Do not shift the gearshift lever into N (Neutral) with the s[...]

Controls and features 57 T o set a speed • Press SET ACC. For speed control to operate, the speed control must be ON and the vehicle speed must be greater than 48 km/h (30 mph). The control light in the instrument panel will illuminate. If you drive up or down a steep hill, your vehicle speed may vary momentarily slower or faster than the set spe[...]

Controls and features 58 T o set a higher speed • Press and hold SET ACC. Release the control when the desired vehicle speed is reached, or • press and release SET ACC. Each press will increase the set speed by 1.6 km/h (1 mph) or • accelerate with your accelerator pedal. When the desired vehicle speed is reached, press and release SET ACC. Y[...]

Controls and features 59 T o disengage speed control • Depress the brake pedal or • depress the clutch pedal (if equipped). Disengaging the speed control will not erase the previously programmed set speed. T o return to a set speed • Press RES. For RES to operate, the vehicle speed must be faster than 48 km/h (30 mph).[...]

Controls and features  DOME LAMPS            •            ?[...]

Controls and features  POWER WINDOWS (if equipped)             •         ?[...]

Controls and features 62 POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS The control can be swiveled and turned. T urn the control counterclockwise to adjust the driver' s side mirror , clockwise to adjust the passenger' s side mirror . Adjust the selected mirror by moving the center control in the desired direction. Then turn the control back to the center posi[...]

Controls and features 63 LUGGAGE COVER Coupe Detach the lifting straps on the liftgate. Release the cover at the sides and pull it out horizontally without tilting it. Replace in reverse order . Make sure the cover is properly aligned when inserting it. W agon Pull out the roller cover and secure the retaining points. The cover can be removed compl[...]

Controls and features 64 POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MA T (if equipped) Position the floor mat so that the eyelet is over the pointed end of the retention post and rotate forward to lock in. Make sure that the mat does not interfere with the operation of the accelerator or the break pedal. T o remove the floor mat, reverse the installation procedure. [...]

Controls and features  Unlocking the doors            "        [...]

Controls and features 66 Opening the luggage compartment Press the control once or twice (depending on when the vehicle was built) to open the luggage compartment. Be certain the luggage compartment is closed before driving your vehicle. The luggage compartment may appear closed, but it may not be latched. Failure to do so may cause objects to fall[...]

Controls and features 67 Illuminated entry The interior lamps will illuminate when the remote entry system is used to unlock the door(s). The illuminated entry system will automatically turn off the interior lights if the ignition switch is turned to the RUN position, or if the remote transmitter lock control is pressed, or after 20 seconds of illu[...]

Controls and features 68 2. Place the positive (+) side of new battery in the same orientation. Refer to the diagram inside the transmitter unit. 3. Snap the two halves back together . Replacement of the battery will  cause the remote transmitter to become deprogrammed from your vehicle. The remote transmitter should operate normally after[...]

Controls and features 69 2. T urn the ignition lock from OFF (2) to ON (3) at least 4 times in 6 seconds. 3. Switch off the ignition. Now the control module has entered the learning mode" for 10 seconds. This mode is indicated by a chime. 4. While the control module is in the learning mode", press and hold one of the buttons of the [...]

Controls and features  PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM (if equipped)   " "("" !&!" %   $" &# $   ##" ' " &  Arming the system   [...]

Controls and features 71 SECURILOCK T P ASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM Y our vehicle is equipped with a codedĆkey antiĆtheft system. Only the correct key will be able to start your vehicle. If your keys are lost or stolen, you must take your vehicle to your dealership for key reprogramming. The SecuriLock T passive antiĆtheft system provides an advanc[...]

Controls and features 72 The SecuriLock T passive antiĆtheft system is not compatible with aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection. Large metallic objects or devices such as the Mobil Speedpass T on the same key ring as your SecuriLock T key may cause vehicle [...]

Controls and features 73 Theft indicator When the ignition is turned to ON or ST ART , the theft indicator on the instrument panel will light for three seconds and then go out (indicates proper SecuriLock T system operation). If the key is in the ignition and the theft indicator stays on for an extended period of time or flashes rapidly , have the [...]

Controls and features 74 Procedure to program spare SecuriLock T keys New SecuriLock T keys must have the correct mechanical key cut for your vehicle. Conventional (non SecuriLock T ) keys  be programmed to your vehicle. The correct type of SecuriLock T key for your vehicle is identifiable by the alphanumeric characters stamped on[...]

Controls and features 75 1. Insert the first previously programmed SecuriLock T key into the ignition and turn the ignition from OFF (2) to ON (3) (maintain ignition in ON for at least one second). 2. T urn ignition to OFF and remove the first SecuriLock T key from the ignition. 3. W ithin five seconds of turning the ignition to OFF , insert the se[...]

Controls and features 76 If the programming procedure was successful, the new SecuriLock T key(s) will start the vehicle' s engine. The theft indicator (located on the instrument panel) will light for three seconds and then go out. If the programming procedure was not successful, the new SecuriLock T key(s) will not operate the vehicle' s[...]

Seating and safety restraints 77 SEA TING Never adjust the driver' s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. Adjustable head restraints Y our vehicle is equipped with head restraints which are vertically adjustable. The purpose of these head restraints is to limit head motion in the event of a rear collision. T o properly adjust your head[...]

Seating and safety restraints 78 T urn the handle to adjust the height of the seat. Lift the control to adjust the angle of the seatback. Folding the seat forward (Coupe) Pull the control and fold the seatback forward. Fold back the seatback until it locks with a distinct click". Rock the seat to ensure that the catch is securely engaged. D[...]

Seating and safety restraints  Folding the rear seat cushion forward                  [...]

Seating and safety restraints 80 Returning the rear seatback to an upright position Fold back the seatback until it locks with a distinct click". Do not place any objects behind the seat which could prevent the seat from locking. Make sure the safety restraints will function properly and are positioned in front of the seatback. Note that th[...]

Seating and safety restraints  SAFETY RESTRAINTS Safety restraints precautions !"     ! "         !      ?[...]

Seating and safety restraints 82 It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle[...]

Seating and safety restraints                      ! [...]

Seating and safety restraints 84 BEL T AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBL Y MUST BE REPLACED if the seat belt assembly automatic locking retractor feature or any other seat belt function is not operating properly when checked according to the procedures in W orkshop Manual. Failure to replace the Belt and Retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in [...]

Seating and safety restraints 85 Safety belt pretensioner Y our vehicle is equipped with safety belt pretensioners at the driver and front passenger seating positions. The safety belt pretensioner is a device which removes excess webbing from the safety belt system. The safety belt pretensioner uses the same crash sensor system as the front air bag[...]

Seating and safety restraints 86 When to use the automatic locking mode • When a tight lap/shoulder fit is desired. •  a child safety seat is installed in a passenger front or outboard rear seating position (if equipped). Refer to     or [...]

Seating and safety restraints  Front safety belt height adjustment     !              [...]

Seating and safety restraints  Safety belt warning light and warning chime                   ?[...]

Seating and safety restraints 89 Belt Minder (if equipped) The Belt Minder feature is a supplemental warning to the safety belt warning function. This feature provides additional reminders to the driver that the driver' s safety belt is unbuckled by intermittently sounding a chime and illuminating the   warning li[...]

Seating and safety restraints 90 The purpose of the Belt Minder is to remind occasional wearers to wear safety belts all of the time. The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts: (All statistics based on U.S. data) Reasons given... Consider ... Crashes are rare events" 36 700 crashes occur every day . The more we[...]

Seating and safety restraints 91 Reasons given... Consider ... Belts wrinkle my clothes" Possibly , but a serious crash can do much more than wrinkle your clothes, particularly if you are unbelted. The people I'm with don't wear belts" Set the example, teen deaths occur 4 times more often in vehicles with TWO or MORE peopl[...]

Seating and safety restraints 92 Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt to avoid the Belt Minder chime. Sitting on the safety belt will increase the risk of injury in an accident. T o disable (one time) or deactivate the Belt Minder feature please follow the directions stated below . One time disable Any time the safety belt is buckled and then[...]

Seating and safety restraints 93 • the driver' s safety belt is unbuckled. • the parklamps/headlamps are in OFF position. T o reduce the risk of injury , do not deactivate/activate the Belt Minder feature while driving the vehicle. 1. T urn the ignition switch to the ON position (DO NOT ST ART THE ENGINE). 2. W ait until the ?[...]

Seating and safety restraints 94 6. W ithin seven seconds of the   warning light turning off, buckle then unbuckle the safety belt. • This will disable Belt Minder if it is currently enabled, or enable Belt Minder if it is currently disabled. 7. Confirmation of disabling Belt Minder is provided by flashing the [...]

Seating and safety restraints 95 Safety belt extension assembly If the safety belt is too short, even when fully extended, 20 cm (8 inches) can be added to the safety belt assembly by adding a safety belt extension assembly (part number 611C22). Safety belt extension assemblies can be obtained from your dealer at no cost. Use only extensions manufa[...]

Seating and safety restraints 96 Safety belt maintenance Inspect the safety belt systems periodically to make sure they work properly and are not damaged. Inspect the safety belts to make sure there are no nicks, wears or cuts, replacing if necessary . All safety belt assemblies (slide bar) (if equipped), shoulder belt height adjusters (if equipped[...]

Seating and safety restraints 97 AIR BAG SUPPLEMENT AL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) Important supplemental restraint system (SRS) precautions The supplemental restraint system is designed to work with the safety belt to help protect the driver and right front passenger from certain upper body injuries. Air bags DO NOT inflate slowly or gently and the ris[...]

Seating and safety restraints 98 NHTSA recommends a minimum distance of at least 25 cm (ten [10] inches) between an occupant' s chest and the air bag module. Steps you can take to properly position yourself away from the air bag: • Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the pedals comfortably . • Recline your sea[...]

Seating and safety restraints 99 Children and air bags For additional important safety information, read all information on safety restraints in this guide. Children must always be properly restrained. Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions. Fail[...]

Seating and safety restraints 100 The fact that the air bags did not inflate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system. Rather , it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation. The front air bags are designed to inflate in frontal and near Ćfrontal collisions, not rollover , sideĆimpact, or rear[...]

Seating and safety restraints 101 While the system is designed to help reduce serious injuries, it may also cause minor burns, abrasions, swelling or temporary hearing loss. Because air bags must inflate rapidly and with considerable force, there is the risk of death or serious injuries such as fractures, facial and eye injuries or internal injurie[...]

Seating and safety restraints 102 The SRS consists of: • driver and passenger air bag modules (which include the inflators and air bags). • side air bags (if equipped). Refer to     later in this chapter . • one or more impact and safing sensors. • a readiness light and tone. • and the elect[...]

Seating and safety restraints 103 A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following: • The readiness light will either flash or stay lit. • The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on. • A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the program[...]

Seating and safety restraints 104 Do not attempt to service, repair , or modify the air bag Supplemental Restraint System or its fuses. See your Ford or LincolnĆMercury dealer . All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always wear their safety belts even when an air bag SRS is provided. How does the side air bag system work? The si[...]

Seating and safety restraints 105 The side air bags are fitted on the outboard side of the seatbacks of the front seats. In certain lateral collisions, the air bag on the side affected by the collision will be inflated, even if the respective seat is not occupied. The air bag was designed to inflate between the door panel and occupant to further en[...]

Seating and safety restraints 106 If the side air bag has deployed, the air bag will not function again. The side air bag system (including the seat) must be inspected and serviced by a qualified technician in accordance with the vehicle service manual .I f the air bag is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a colli[...]

Seating and safety restraints 107 If either of these indications occurs, even intermittently , have the SRS serviced at your dealership or by a qualified technician immediately . Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a collision. Disposal of air bags and air bag equipped vehicles For disposal of air bags or air bag e[...]

Seating and safety restraints 108 Important child restraint precautions Y ou are required by law to use safety restraints for children in the U.S. and Canada. If small children ride in your vehicle (generally children who are four years old or younger and who weigh 18 kg [40 lbs] or less), you must put them in safety seats made especially for child[...]

Seating and safety restraints 109 Children and safety belts If the child is the proper size, restrain the child in a safety seat. Children who are too large for child safety seats (as specified by the child safety seat manufacturer) should always wear safety belts. Follow all the important safety restraints and air bag precautions that apply to adu[...]

Seating and safety restraints 110 T o improve the fit of lap and shoulder belts on children who have outgrown child safety seats, Ford recommends use of a beltĆpositioning booster seat that is labelled as conforming to all Federal motor vehicle safety standards. BeltĆpositioning booster seats raise the child and provide a shorter , firmer seating[...]

Seating and safety restraints  SAFETY BEL TS FOR CHILDREN Child and infant or child safety seats    $       %  #    !$ #    ?[...]

Seating and safety restraints 112 • Place seatback in upright position. • Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode. Refer to     (passenger side front and outboard rear seating positions) (if equipped). Ford recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top[...]

Seating and safety restraints  Installing child safety seats in combination lap and shoulder belt seat positions     !            ?[...]

Seating and safety restraints 114 3. While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together , route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer' s instructions. Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted. 4. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming fr[...]

Seating and safety restraints 115 6. Allow the belt to retract. The belt will click as it retracts to indicate it is in the automatic locking mode. 7. Pull the lap belt portion across the child seat toward the buckle and pull up on the shoulder belt while pushing down with your knee on the child seat. 8. Allow the safety belt to retract to remove a[...]

Seating and safety restraints 116 Attaching child safety seats with ISOFIX attachments Some child seat manufacturers make safety seats that are labeled as ISOFIX or ISOFIXĆcompatible child seats. These seats include two rigid or webbing mounted attachments that connect to two ISOFIX anchors at specific seating positions in your vehicle. This type [...]

Seating and safety restraints 117 The ISOFIX anchors are located on the rear section of the seat cushion, and at the bottom of the seatback. Follow the child seat manufacturer' s instructions to properly install safety seats with ISOFIX or ISOFIXĆcompatible attachments. Attach the ISOFIX or ISOFIXĆcompatible child seat only to the appropriat[...]

Seating and safety restraints 118 Attaching child safety seats with tether straps Most new forwardĆfacing child safety seats include a tether strap which goes over the back of the seat and hooks to an anchoring point. T ether straps are available as an accessory for many older safety seats. Contact the manufacturer of your child safety seat for in[...]

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Seating and safety restraints 120 5. Clip the tether strap to the anchor as shown. If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly , the child safety seat may not be retained properly in the event of a collision. 6. Refer to the       [...]

Starting  PREP ARING T O ST ART YOUR VEHICLE  !!  ! & ! ! & !  & ! !   !' "  "! !?[...]

Starting 122 Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open the garage door before you start the engine. See     in this chapter for more instructions. If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, hav[...]

Starting 123 Before starting the vehicle: 1. Make sure all vehicle occupants have buckled their safety belts. For more information on safety belts and their proper usage, refer to the     chapter . 2. Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off. If starting a [...]

Starting 124 Make sure the corresponding lights (if equipped) illuminate briefly . If a light fails to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced. • If the driver' s safety belt is fastened the light will not illuminate. ST ARTING THE ENGINE 1. T urn the key to 4 (ST ART) without pressing the accelerator pedal and release as soon as the engine st[...]

Starting 125 2. If the temperature is above -12ºC (10ºF) and the engine does not start within five seconds on the first try , turn the key to OFF , wait ten seconds and try again. 3. If the temperature is below -12ºC (10ºF) and the engine does not start in fifteen seconds on the first try , turn the key to OFF and wait ten seconds and try again[...]

Starting 126 T o prevent electrical shock, do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or twoĆpronged (cheater) adapters. Guarding against exhaust fumes Although odorless and colorless, carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes. T ake precautions to avoid its dangerous effects. If you ever smell exhaust fumes of any kind inside you[...]

Starting 127 Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer , and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Important ventilating information If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped in an open area for long periods of time, open the win[...]

Driving 128 BRAKES Y our service brakes are selfĆadjusting. Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide" for scheduled maintenance. Occasional brake noise is normal and often does not indicate a performance concern with the vehicle' s brake system. In normal operation, automotive brake systems may emit occasional or intermittent squeal o[...]

Driving 129 Anti-lock brake system (ABS) (if equipped) On vehicles equipped with an antiĆlock braking system (ABS), a noise from the hydraulic pump motor and pulsation in the pedal may be observed during ABS braking events. Rapid pedal pulsation coupled with noise while braking under panic conditions or on loose gravel, bumps, wet or snowy roads i[...]

Driving 130 ABS warning lamp (if equipped) The  warning lamp in the instrument cluster momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned on and the engine is off. If the light does not illuminate momentarily at start up, remains on or continues to flash, the ABS needs to be serviced. W ith the ABS light on, the antiĆlock brake system is[...]

Driving  Using ABS (if equipped) •   %  # $! %     ! %  !! !       # [...]

Driving 132 Parking brake Apply the parking brake whenever the vehicle is parked. T o set the parking brake, pull the handle up as far as possible. The  warning lamp in the instrument cluster illuminates and remains illuminated (when the ignition is turned ON) until the parking brake is released. The parking brake is not recommended [...]

Driving 133 Push the button on the end of the parking brake and push the handle down as fas as possible to release the brake. Driving with the parking brake on will cause the brakes to wear out quickly and reduce fuel economy . STEERING Y our vehicle is equipped with power steering. Power steering uses energy from the engine to help steer the vehic[...]

Driving 134 If the steering wanders or pulls, the condition could be caused by any of the following: • underinflated tire(s) on any wheel(s) • high crosswinds • wheels out of alignment • loose or worn components in steering linkage. AUTOMA TIC TRANSAXLE OPERA TION (if equipped) Brake-shift interlock This vehicle is equipped with a brakeĆsh[...]

Driving 135 If it is necessary to use the above procedure to move the gearshift, it is possible that a fuse has blown or the vehicle' s brakelamps are not operating properly . Refer to    in the   chapter . Do not drive your vehicle until you ver[...]

Driving 136 Driving with automatic transaxle (if equipped) Understanding gearshift positions Depress the locking button and move the automatic gearshift to the desired position. Hold the brake pedal down while you move the gearshift lever from P (Park) to another position. If you do not hold the brake pedal down, your vehicle may move unexpectedly [...]

Driving 137 Never leave your vehicle unattended while it is running. R (Reverse) W ith the gearshift in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move backward. Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R (Reverse) N (Neutral) W ith the gearshift in N (Neutral), the vehicle can be started and is free to roll. Hold the brake pedal down whil[...]

Driving 138 D (Overdrive) The normal driving position for the best fuel economy . T ransaxle operates in gears One through Four . D (Overdrive) can be deactivated by pressing the transaxle control switch on the gearshift lever . The O/D OFF light will illuminate on the instrument cluster . Engine braking is provided in gears 2, 3, and 4. D (Drive) [...]

Driving 139 T o return to D (Overdrive) mode, press the transaxle control switch and the O/D OFF light will no longer be illuminated. Each time the vehicle is started, the transaxle will automatically return to normal overdrive mode. 2 (Second) Use 2 (Second) to startĆup on slippery roads or to provide additional engine braking on downgrades. Upsh[...]

Driving 140 Manual transaxle operation (if equipped) Using the clutch V ehicles equipped with a manual transaxle have a starter interlock that prevents cranking the engine unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed. When starting a vehicle with a manual transaxle, you must: 1. Put gearshift in N (Neutral). 2. Hold down brake pedal. 3. Depress clutc[...]

Driving 141 Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal and do not use the clutch to hold your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on a hill. These actions will seriously reduce clutch life. Recommended shift speeds Upshift and downshift according to the following charts for your specific engine/drivetrain combination: Upshifts when a[...]

Driving 142 Parking your vehicle 1. Apply brake and shift into N (Neutral). 2. Set parking brake. 3. Shift into 1 (First). 4. T urn ignition to position 2 (OFF). Do not park your vehicle in Neutral, it may move unexpectedly and injure someone. Use 1 (First) gear and set the parking brake fully . Reverse Make sure that your vehicle is at a complete [...]

Driving 143 • T ype A transaxle (with SPI engine) Y ou shift into R (Reverse) only by moving the gearshift fully to the right against a spring pressure and then rearward into R (Reverse) gear . • T ype B transaxle (with Zetec engine) T o select reverse gear , lift the locking ring (1) and then move the gearshift fully to the right and rearward [...]

Driving 144 VEHICLE LOADING Before loading your vehicle, familiarize yourself with these terms. • Base curb weight: W eight of the vehicle including any standard equipment, fluids, lubricants, etc. It does not include passengers or aftermarket equipment. • Payload: Combined maximum allowable weight of cargo, passengers and optional equipment. T[...]

Driving 145 • GA WR (Gross Axle W eight Rating): Carrying capacity for each axle system. The GA WR is specific to each vehicle and is listed on the Safety Compliance Certification Label on the driver' s door pillar . • GCWR (Gross Combined W eight Rating): Maximum combined weight of towing vehicle (including passengers and cargo) and the t[...]

Driving 146 • T railer W eight Range: Specified weight range that the trailer must fall within that ranges from zero to the maximum trailer weight rating. Remember to figure in the tongue load of your loaded trailer when figuring the total weight. Do not exceed the GVWR or the GA WR specified on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. Do not u[...]

Driving 147 If you are adding weight to the front of your vehicle (potentially including weight added to the cab), the weight added should not exceed the Front Axle Reserve Capacity (F ARC). Additional frontal weight may be added to the front axle reserve capacity provided you limit your payload in other ways (i. e. restrict the number of passenger[...]

Driving 148 TRAILER TOWING Y our vehicle is classified as a light duty towing vehicle. Refer to the following chart for towing limits: T owing class Light duty Maximum gross trailer weight 454 kg (1 000 lbs.)* Maximum tongue load 45 kg (100 lbs.) Engine All Hitch design Appropriate aftermarket hitch * V ehicle speed should not exceed 72 km/h (45 mp[...]

Driving 149 Y our vehicle does not come from the factory fully equipped to tow . However , you can contact your local Ford dealer to get the proper towing equipment. Do not tow a trailer until your vehicle has been driven at least 3 000 km (2 000 miles). T owing a trailer places an additional load on your vehicle' s engine, transaxle, brakes, [...]

Driving 150 Preparing to tow Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer , and make sure it is properly attached to your vehicle. See your dealer or a reliable trailer dealer if you require assistance. Hitches Do not use hitches that clamp onto the vehicle bumper . Use a load carrying hitch. Y ou must distribute the load in your trailer so that 1[...]

Driving 151 Do not connect a trailer' s hydraulic brake system directly to your vehicle' s brake system. Y our vehicle may not have enough braking power and your chances of having a collision greatly increase. The braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for operation at the GVWR not GCWR. Trailer lamps Do not connect a trailer' s [...]

Driving 152 When towing a trailer: • Shift out of D (Overdrive) and into 2 (Second) or a lower gear when towing up or down steep hills. This will eliminate excessive downshifting and upshifting for optimum fuel economy and transaxle cooling. • Anticipate stops and brake gradually . Servicing after towing If you tow a trailer for long distances,[...]

Driving 153 • Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached. • The trailer tongue weight should be 10-15% of the loaded trailer weight. • After you have traveled 80 km (50 miles), thoroughly check your hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts. • When stopped in traffic for long periods of time in hot weather , pla[...]

Driving 154 Recreational towing Follow these guidelines for your specific powertrain combination to tow your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground (such as behind a recreational vehicle). These guidelines are designed to ensure that your transmission is not damaged due to insufficient lubrication. All Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles An exampl[...]

Driving 155 LUGGAGE RACK (if equipped) The maximum load is 100 kg (220 lb) on the luggage rack structure. The load  be placed directly on the luggage rack. The vehicle' s roof panel   designed to carry a load. When loading the luggage rack, it is recommended to evenly distribute the load, as well as maintain a low ce[...]

Driving 156 DRIVING THROUGH W A TER Do not drive quickly through standing water , especially if the depth is unknown. T raction or brake capability may be limited and if the ignition system gets wet, your engine may stall. W ater may also enter your engine' s air intake and severely damage your engine. If driving through deep or standing water[...]

Roadside emergencies 157 HAZARD LIGHTS CONTROL Use only in an emergency to warn traffic of vehicle breakdown, approaching danger , etc. The hazard flashers can be operated when the ignition is on or off. • The hazard lights control is located on the instrument panel. • Depress hazard lights control to activate all hazard flashers simultaneously[...]

Roadside emergencies 158 FUEL PUMP SHUT -OFF SWITCH After a collision, if the engine cranks but does not start, the fuel pump shutĆoff switch may have been activated. The shutĆoff switch is a device intended to stop the electric fuel pump when your vehicle has been involved in a substantial jolt. 1. T urn the ignition to the OFF position. 2. Chec[...]

Roadside emergencies 159 FUSES AND RELA YS Fuses If electrical components in the vehicle are not working, a fuse may have blown. Blown fuses are identified by a broken wire within the fuse. Check the appropriate fuses before replacing any electrical components. Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating. Using a fuse with[...]

Roadside emergencies 160 Standard fuse amperage rating and color Color Fuse rating Mini fuses Standard fuses Maxi fuses Fuse link cartridge 2A 3A 4A 5A 7.5A 10A 15A 20A 25A 30A 40A 50A 60A 70A 80A Grey Violet Pink Ta n Brown Red Blue Y ellow Natural Green - - - - - Grey Violet Pink Ta n Brown Red Blue Y ellow Natural Green - - - - - - - - - - - - Y[...]

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Roadside emergencies 162 Passenger compartment fuse panel Fuse Fuse amp. rating Description 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 7.5 15 10 15 20 7.5 7.5 - - 10 - - - 15 20 - 15 7.5 7.5 25 7.5 ABS Radio Light switch Hazard flasher Horn Interior lamps, power mirrors Central timer , electronic modules Not used Not used BackĆ[...]

Roadside emergencies 163 Passenger compartment fuse panel Fuse Fuse amp. rating Description 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 - - 10 15 20 25 25 7.5 7.5 7.5 7.5 - 20 Not used Not used BackĆup lamps Brake lamps Front wipers Front power windows Rear power windows Air conditioning, recirculated air Electronic modules, instrument cluster Air bag [...]

Roadside emergencies 164 Power distribution box The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. The power distribution box contains highĆcurrent fuses that protect your vehicle' s main electrical systems from overloads. Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses. Always replace the cover to the Power Di[...]

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Roadside emergencies 166 Power distribution box Fuse Fuse amp. rating Description 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 64 65 40 30 - - - 50 40 30 20 10 30 15 - - - 10 10 10 - 10 20 20 - - - 10 10 - - 30 - Main power supply to electrical system Engine cooling fan (A/C) 2nd fuse Not used Not used Not used Engi[...]

Roadside emergencies 167 Relays in the power distribution box Relay Description 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Ignition Not used Not used Not used High beams Low beams Fuel pump Engine management Not used Not used Air conditioning Daytime running lights Fog lamps Not used Engine cooling fan level 2 (A/C) Engine cooling fan level 1[...]

Roadside emergencies 168 CHANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily . Instead, gradually decrease your speed. Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road. The temporary spare tire Y our vehicle has a temporary spare tire. The temporary spare tire for your vehicl[...]

Roadside emergencies 169 When driving with a temporary spare tire   : • exceed the maximum speed of 80 km/h (50 mph) under any circumstances • load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load rating listed on the Safety Compliance Label • tow a trailer • drive through an automatic car wash, because of the vehicle' s reduced [...]

Roadside emergencies 170 Tire change procedure T o 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. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you or someone else could be seriously in[...]

Roadside emergencies 171 3. Remove the spare tire by loosening the tie down bolt in a counterclockwise direction. T ake note of the jack position before removal in order to assist in restowing when finished. The jack can be removed by loosening the jack tie down bolt in the counterclockwise direction. The lug wrench is located under the spare tire [...]

Roadside emergencies 172 4. Remove the center cap or wheel cover . Loosen each wheel lug nut oneĆhalf turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground. 5. The vehicle jacking points are depicted on the yellow warning label on the jack shown here. Locate the jack at the half moon cutout located - approximately 1[...]

Roadside emergencies    !      !            [...]

Roadside emergencies 174 6. Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench. 7. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire, making sure the valve stem is facing outward. Reinstall lug nuts until the wheel is snug against the hub. Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel has been lowered. When using a temporary tire, the lug nut washers will not app[...]

Roadside emergencies 175 JUMP ST ARTING YOUR VEHICLE The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result in injury or vehicle damage. Do not push start your vehicle. Y ou could damage the catalytic converter . Batteries contain sulfuric acid which burns skin, eyes, and clothing, if con[...]

Roadside emergencies 176 3. Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of your disabled vehicle, making sure the two vehicles   touch. Set the parking brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other moving parts. 4. Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion before you attach the battery [...]

Roadside emergencies 177 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the assisting battery . 3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the assisting battery . 4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposed metal part of the stalled vehicle' s engine, away from[...]

Roadside emergencies 178 Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative (-) terminal of the battery to be jumped. A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery . • 2.0 litre Zetec engine • 2.0 litre SPI engine[...]

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Roadside emergencies 180 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of the booster vehicle' s battery . 3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster vehicle' s battery . 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the disabled vehicle' s battery . After the disabled vehicle [...]

Roadside emergencies 181 WRECKER T OWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towing service or , if you are a member , your roadside assistance center . It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed equipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing p[...]

Maintenance and care 182 SER VICE RECOMMENDA TIONS T o help you service your vehicle: • W e highlight doĆitĆyourself items in the engine compartment for easy location. • W e provide a Scheduled Maintenance Guide" which makes tracking routine service easy . If your vehicle requires professional service, your dealership can provide nece[...]

Maintenance and care 183 • Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed space, unless you are sure you have enough ventilation. • Keep all lit cigarettes, open flames and other lit material away from the battery and all fuel related parts. If you disconnect the battery , the engine must relearn" its idle conditions be[...]

Maintenance and care 184 IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMP ARTMENT 2.0 SPI engine Battery W indshield washer fluid reservoir Engine coolant reservoir (marked red and black) Brake/clutch fluid reservoir Engine oil filler cap T ransaxle fluid dipstick Power steering fluid reservoir Air filter assembly Fuse box Engine oil dipstick For ease of [...]

Maintenance and care 185 IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMP ARTMENT 2.0 Zetec-E engine Battery W indshield washer fluid reservoir Engine coolant reservoir (marked red and black) Brake/clutch fluid reservoir Engine oil filler cap Engine oil dipstick Power steering fluid reservoir Air filter assembly Fuse box T ransaxle fluid dipstick For ease[...]

Maintenance and care 186 ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide" for the appropriate intervals for checking the engine oil. 1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground. 2. T urn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan. 3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift [...]

Maintenance and care 187 • If the oil level is between the MIN and MAX marks (2.0 SPI engine) or between ADD and FULL (2.0 ZetecĆengine), the oil level is acceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL . • If the oil level is below the MIN mark, add enough oil to raise the level within the MIN-MAX range. • Oil levels above the MAX mark may cause engine damage. [...]

Maintenance and care 188 Engine oil and filter recommendations Look for this certification mark. Ford oil specification is WSSĆM2C153ĆG. Use SAE 5W Ć30 motor oil certified for gasoline engines by the American Petroleum Institute. Do not use supplemental engine oil additives, oil treatments or engine treatments. They are unnecessary and could, un[...]

Maintenance and care 189 CLUTCH FLUID (if equipped) Check the clutch fluid level. Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide" for the service interval schedules. The clutch master cylinder and brake master cylinder are part of the same system; both are refillable through the brake master cylinder with brake fluid. During normal operation, the[...]

Maintenance and care 190 4. Use only brake fluids certified to meet Ford specifications. Refer to   in the    chapter . Use only DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid from a sealed container .  fo[...]

Maintenance and care 191 WINDSHIELD W ASHER FLUID Checking and adding washer fluid Check the washer fluid whenever you stop for fuel. If the level is low , add enough fluid to fill the reservoir . In very cold weather , do not fill the reservoir all the way . Do not put engine coolant in the container for the windshield washer fluid. ENGINE COOLANT[...]

Maintenance and care 192 If the engine coolant reservoir has become completely empty , have the engine cooling system inspected and refilled by a qualified service technician. Automotive fluids are not interchangeable; do not use engine coolant, antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of its specified function and vehicle location. Adding eng[...]

Maintenance and care 193 Check the coolant level in the coolant reservoir the next few times you drive the vehicle. If necessary , add enough of a 50/50 mixture of coolant and water to bring the liquid level to the cold fill range on the reservoir . Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. If you must remove the co[...]

Maintenance and care 194 Before adding engine coolant, check the color of the coolant in your vehicle. For vehicles with green coolant , use Ford premium Cooling System Fluid E2FZĆ19549ĆAA (in Canada Motorcraft CXCĆ8ĆB) or an equivalent premium engine coolant that meets Ford specification ESEĆM97B44ĆA. If your coolant is not green in color , [...]

Maintenance and care 195 Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company recommends that Ford dealers use recycled engine coolant produced by FordĆapproved processes. For vehicles with green coolant , not all coolant recycling processes produce coolant which meets Ford specification ESEĆM97B44ĆA, and use of such coolant may harm engine and cooling sy[...]

Maintenance and care 196 Severe winter climate If you drive in extremely cold climates (less than Ć36ºC [Ć34ºF]), it may be necessary to increase the coolant concentration above 50%. Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle is such that the coolant will not freeze at the temperature level i[...]

Maintenance and care 197 How fail-safe cooling works If the engine begins to overheat: • the engine coolant temperature gauge will move to the red area. • the        wil[...]

Maintenance and care  When fail-safe mode is activated  "' (  & !! #")$ )! ! & +% " %" $( & ( )& '&"!  ( ) !&quo[...]

Maintenance and care 199 CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid. Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide" for the service interval schedules. If adding fluid is necessary , use only MERCON  AT F. 1. The power steering fluid level should be checked before starting the engine. 2. Check the fluid level in t[...]

Maintenance and care 200 TRANSAXLE FLUID Checking automatic transaxle fluid Refer to your "Scheduled Maintenance Guide" for scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes. Y our transaxle does not consume fluid. However , the fluid level should be checked if the transaxle is not working properly , i. e., if the transaxle slips or shifts[...]

Maintenance and care 201 3. W ith the parking brake engaged and your foot on the brake pedal, start the engine and move the gearshift lever through all of the gear ranges. Allow sufficient time for each gear to engage. 4. Latch the gearshift lever in P (Park) and leave the engine running. 5. Remove the dipstick, wiping it clean with a clean, dry li[...]

Maintenance and care 202 High fluid level Fluid levels above the safe range may result in transaxle failure. An overfill condition of transaxle fluid may cause shift and/or engagement concerns and/or possible damage. High fluid levels can be caused by overheated or aerated fluid. This can be caused by operating for an extended period at high speeds[...]

Maintenance and care 203 BA TTER Y Y our vehicle is equipped with a Motorcraft maintenanceĆfree battery which normally does not require additional water during its life of service. However , for severe usage or in high temperature climates, check the battery electrolyte level. Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide" for the service inter[...]

Maintenance and care   &"  &    ! !!&   !  # !   ! !   $!  $ "   "[...]

Maintenance and care 205 When lifting a plasticĆcased battery , excessive pressure on the end walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps, resulting in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or battery . Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands on opposite corners. Keep batteries out of reach of children. Batteries[...]

Maintenance and care 206 1. Set your parking brake. 2. Put the gearshift in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or the neutral position (manual transaxle). T urn off all accessories and start the engine. 3. Let the engine idle for at least one minute. 4. The relearning process will automatically complete as you drive the vehicle. • If you do not allow[...]

Maintenance and care 207 WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES Change the wiper blades on your vehicle at least twice a year or when they seem less effective. Substances such as tree sap and some hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes reduce the effectiveness of wiper blades. Checking the wiper blades If the wiper blades do not wipe properly , clean bo[...]

Maintenance and care 208 INFORMA TION ABOUT TIRE QUALITY GRADES New vehicles are fitted with tires that have their T ire Quality Grade (described below) molded into the tire' s sidewall. These Tire Quality Grades are determined by standards that the United States Department of T ransportation has set. T ire Quality Grades apply to new pneumati[...]

Maintenance and care 209 T readwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire grade 150 would wear one and oneĆhalf (1 1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire grade 100. The relative performance of t[...]

Maintenance and care 210 T emperature A B C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire' s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to d[...]

Maintenance and care 211 SER VICING YOUR TIRES Checking the tire pressure • Use an accurate tire pressure gauge. • Check the tire pressure when tires are cold, after the vehicle has been parked for at least one hour or has been driven less than 5 km (3 miles). • Adjust tire pressure to recommended specifications found on the label located on [...]

Maintenance and care 212 Replacing the tires Replace tires when the wear band is visible through the tire treads. When replacing full size tires, never mix radial, biasĆbelted, or biasĆtype tires. Use only the tire sizes that are listed on the Certification Label. Make sure that all tires are the same size, speed rating, and loadĆcarrying capaci[...]

Maintenance and care 213 SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS Snow tires must be the same size and grade as the tires you currently have on your vehicle. The tires on your vehicle have allĆweather treads to provide traction in rain and snow . However , in some climates, you may need to use snow tires and chains. If you need to use chains, it is recommended that [...]

Maintenance and care  •   %      •  !  "%  #% !! !   ! !" % $    "   ?[...]

Maintenance and care  WHA T YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUT OMOTIVE FUELS Important safety precautions             !     ?[...]

Maintenance and care 216 Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel: • Extinguish all smoking materials and any open flames before fueling your vehicle. • Always turn off the vehicle before fueling. • Automotive fuels can be harmful or fatal if swallowed. Fuel such as gasoline is highly toxic and if swallowed can cause dea[...]

Maintenance and care 217 • Fuels can also be harmful if absorbed through the skin. If fuel is splashed on the skin and/or clothing, promptly remove contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water . Repeated or prolonged skin contact with fuel liquid or vapor causes skin irritation. • Be particularly careful if you are taking [...]

Maintenance and care  Fuel filler cap  $   $" #   #$(#  ' (% #$"$ $  $ % "  ( $  " "( #$?[...]

Maintenance and care 219 Choosing the right fuel Use only UNLEADED FUEL. The use of leaded fuel is prohibited by law and could damage your vehicle. Y our vehicle was not designed to use fuel or fuel additives with metallic compounds, including manganeseĆbased compounds containing (MMT). V ehicles certified to meet California emission standards (in[...]

Maintenance and care 220 Octane recommendations Y our vehicle is designed to use regular" unleaded gasoline with an (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87. W e do not recommend gasolines labeled as Regular" that are sold with octane ratings of 86 or lower in high altitude areas. Do not be concerned if your engine sometimes knocks lightly . How[...]

Maintenance and care 221 The American Automobile Manufacturers Association (AAMA) issued a fuel specification to provide information on high quality fuels that optimize the performance of your vehicle. W e recommend the use of gasolines that meet the AAMA specification if they are available. It should not be necessary to add any aftermarket product[...]

Maintenance and care  Running out of fuel  # " "!  " "  ! !"! % #  #  !   $! !   %" #?[...]

Maintenance and care 223 ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniques Y our best source of information about actual fuel economy is you, the driver . Y ou must gather information as accurately and consistently as possible. Fuel expense, frequency of fillups or fuel gauge readings are NOT accurate as a measure of fuel economy . W e do not re[...]

Maintenance and care 224 The amount of Empty Reserve varies and should not be relied upon to increase driving range. When refueling your vehicle after the fuel gauge indicates empty , you might not be able to refuel the full amount of the advertised capacity of the fuel tank due to the empty reserve still present in the tank. Filling the tank Use t[...]

Maintenance and care 225 Calculating fuel economy 1. Fill the fuel tank completely and record the initial odometer reading. 2. Each time you fill the tank, record the amount of fuel added (in liters or gallons). 3. After at least three to five tank fillĆups, fill the fuel tank and record the current kilometer (mileage) reading. 4. Follow one of th[...]

Maintenance and care 226 Driving style – good driving and fuel economy habits Give consideration to the lists that follow and you may be able to change a number of variables and improve your fuel economy . Habits • Smooth, moderate operation can yield up to 10% savings in fuel. • Steady speeds without stopping will always give the best fuel e[...]

Maintenance and care 227 • Use of speed control (if equipped) can improve fuel economy . Speed control can help maintain a constant speed and reduce speed changes. Y ou may want to turn off the speed control in hilly terrain as unnecessary shifting between third and fourth gears may occur causing deterioration in fuel economy . • W arming up a [...]

Maintenance and care 228 Conditions • Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer will sharply deteriorate fuel economy at any speed. • Carrying unnecessary weight will deteriorate fuel economy (approximately 0.4 l/100 km [1 mpg] is lost for every 180 kg [400 lb] of weight carried). • Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example [...]

Maintenance and care 229 EP A window sticker Every new vehicle should have the EP A window sticker . Contact your dealer if the window sticker is not supplied with your vehicle. The EP A window sticker should be your guide for the fuel economy comparisons with other vehicles. It is important to note the box in the lower left corner of the window st[...]

Maintenance and care 230 • Use only unleaded fuel. • A void running out of fuel. • Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving, especially at high speeds. • Have the items listed in your Scheduled Maintenance Guide" performed according to the specified schedule. The scheduled maintenance items listed in the Schedule[...]

Maintenance and care 231 Illumination of the   warning light,   light or a high engine temperature, fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke or loss of oil pressure, could indicate that the emission control system is not working properly . Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmf[...]

Maintenance and care 232 Readiness for inspection/ maintenance (I/M) testing In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass an I/M test of the onĆboard diagnostics system (OBDĆII). If your   light is on, refer to the description in the     ?[...]

Maintenance and care  EXTERIOR BULBS Replacing exterior bulbs  # !#  # & " ! $#( • " •   " • !" • )$# [...]

Maintenance and care 234 T o remove the headlamp bulb: 1. Make sure that the headlamp control is in OFF position. 2. Open the hood. 3. Rotate the bulb cover counterclockwise and remove. 4. Swivel the wire clip to the side and pull out the lamp. 5. Remove bulb from electrical connector . 6. Install in reverse order . Replacing front parking lamp/tur[...]

Maintenance and care                   "           #   "?[...]

Maintenance and care 236 Replacing tail/brake/backup lights and turn signal bulbs (Coupe) 1. Open the tailgate. 2. From inside the luggage compartment remove the wing nut of the rear light assembly cover . 3. Using a Phillips screw driver remove the screw . The lamp is still retained by a spring loaded clip. Remove by gently pulling out the light h[...]

Maintenance and care 237 Replacing tail/brake/backup lights and turn signal bulbs (Sedan) 1. Open the tailgate. 2. From inside the luggage compartment remove the three wing nuts of the light housing. 3. Gently pull the light housing to the outside. 4. T urn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull out the socket. 5. Pull the bulb straight out of t[...]

Maintenance and care 238 Replacing tail/brake/backup lights and turn signal bulbs (W agon) 1. Open the tailgate. 2. W ith a screw driver remove the fixings and trim from the body . 3. Remove the socket from the lamp assembly . 4. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb. 5. Install the bulb socket in lamp assembly by turnin[...]

Maintenance and care  High-mount brake lamp bulbs  ! " !!  !  $ # # ! %  !  ! !! " ! "  ?[...]

Maintenance and care 240 Luggage compartment light Carefully pry out the light assembly from the holder with a flatĆbladed screwdriver and remove the bulb. Install in the reverse order . Using the right bulbs Function T rade number Headlamps HB2 Park and turn lamp (front) 3157K Side marker lamp (front) GE194 Foglamps (if equipped) 899 Stop/turn an[...]

Maintenance and care 241 AIMING THE HEADLAMPS The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant. If your vehicle has been in an accident the alignment of your headlamps should be checked by a qualified service technician. V ertical aim adjustment 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface approximately 7.6 meters (25 feet) from a v[...]

Maintenance and care 242 4. On the wall or screen you will observe an area of high intensity light. The top of the high intensity area should touch the horizontal reference line, if not, the beam will need to be adjusted. 5. Locate the vertical adjuster on each headlamp, usin ga7m m Allen head wrench, turn the adjuster either clockwise (to adjust d[...]

Maintenance and care 243 CLEANING AND CARING FOR YOUR VEHICLE Refer to the Customer assistance chapter for a list of FordĆapproved cleaners, polishes and waxes. W ashing your vehicle W ash your vehicle regularly with cold or lukewarm water . Never use strong detergents or soap. If your vehicle is particularly dirty , use a quality car wash deterge[...]

Maintenance and care  W axing your vehicle  # " "           !$         ?[...]

Maintenance and care  Cleaning the wheels         "  "     #  #   ?[...]

Maintenance and care 246 Cleaning the wiper blades If the wiper blades do not wipe properly , clean the wiper blade rubber element with undiluted windshield wiper solution or a mild detergent. T o avoid damaging the blades, do not use fuel, kerosene, paint thinner or other solvents. If the wiper still does not wipe properly , this could be caused b[...]

Maintenance and care 247 Cleaning the instrument panel Clean with a damp cloth, then dry with a dry cloth. A void cleaner or polish that increases the gloss of the upper portion of the instrument panel. The dull finish in this area helps protect the driver from undesirable windshield reflection. Cleaning the interior fabric Remove dust and loose di[...]

Maintenance and care  Cleaning and maintaining the safety belts   "  !        "    ?[...]

Maintenance and care 249 If the leather cannot be completely cleaned using a mild soap and water solution, the leather may be cleaned using a commercially available cleaning product T anners Preserve Leather Cleaner" and a 3M T ype T" scrubbing pad by using the following steps: The type of scrubbing pad is very critical because the [...]

Maintenance and care 250 Do not use household cleaners, glass cleaner , alcohol solutions or cleaner intended for vinyl, rubber or plastics. These products can damage the leather . In some instances, color or dye transfer can occur when wet clothing (wool, denim, leathers or other nonĆcolorfast garments) comes in contact with leather upholstery . [...]

Maintenance and care  Woodtone trim             Inside windows       ?[...]

Capacities and specifications 252 MOTORCRAFT P ART NUMBERS Component 2.0L SPI engine 2.0L Zetec-E engine Air filter 98ABĆ9601ĆC( ) 98ABĆ9601ĆC( ) Battery BXT Ć40R BXT Ć96R Oil filter FLĆ400 S FL 2005 PCV valve YS4EĆ6A666ĆAA 988F-6A666ĆAA Spark plug* AGSF 34PP AZFS 32FE * Refer to V ehicle Emission Control Information (VECI) decal for spar[...]

Capacities and specifications 253 REFILL CAP ACITIES Fluid Ford part name Application Capacity Brake fluid High performance DOT 3 brake fluid or DOT 4 brake fluid For service, Ford recommends Super DOT 4 for manual transaxles All Fill to line on reservoir Engine oil (includes filter Motorcraft 5W30 Super Premium Zetec engine 4.25 L (4.5 quarts) (i [...]

Capacities and specifications 254 LUBRICANT SPECIFICA TIONS Item Ford part name or equivalent Ford part number Ford specification Brake fluid High performance DOT 3 brake fluid or DOT 4 brake fluid For service, Ford recommends Super DOT 4 for manual transaxles C6AZĆ19542ĆAB for DOT 3 ESAĆM6C25ĆA or ESDĆM6C57ĆA Delta ESDĆM6C57ĆA (Super DOT 4[...]

Capacities and specifications 255 ENGINE DA TA Engine 2.0L SPI engine 2.0L Zetec-E engine Cubic inches 121 121 Horsepower 110 @ 5000 130 @ 5300 rpm T orque 125 lbĆft @ 3750 130 lbĆft @ 4500 rpm Recommended fuel 87 octane 87 octane Firing order 1-3-4-2 1-3-4-2 Spark plug gap 1.4 mm (0.054 inch) 1.3 mm (0.051 inch) Ignition system Electronic igniti[...]

Capacities and specifications 256 Sedan VEHICLE DIMENSIONS Dimensions mm (in) (1) Overall length 4362-4369 (171.7-172) (2) Overall width 1998 (78.7) (3) Overall height 1440-1481 (56.7-58.3) (4) Wheelbase 2615 (103) (5) T rack front 1484-1502 (58.4-59.1) rear 1477-1495 (58.1-58.9)[...]

Capacities and specifications 257 Coupe Dimensions mm (in) (1) Overall length 4150-4178 (163.3-164.5) (2) Overall width 1998 (78.7) (3) Overall height 1440-1481 (56.7-58.3) (4) Wheelbase 2615 (103) (5) T rack front 1484-1502 (58.4-59.1) rear 1477-1495 (58.1-58.9)[...]

Capacities and specifications 258 W agon Dimensions mm (in) (1) Overall length 4438-4465 (174.7-175.8) (2) Overall width 1998 (78.7) (3a) Overall height (w/o roofrack) 1492-1532 (58.7-60.3) (3b) Overall height (with roofrack) 1451-1491 (57.1-58.7) (4) Wheelbase 2615 (103) (5) T rack front 1484-1502 (58.4-59.1) rear 1477-1495 (58.1-58.9)[...]

Capacities and specifications 259 IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Safety compliance label The National Highway T raffic Safety Administration Regulations require that a Safety Compliance Certification Label be affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where the Safety Compliance Certification Label may be located. The Safety Compliance Certification Label is loc[...]

Capacities and specifications 260 V ehicle identification number The vehicle identification number (VIN) is attached to a metal tag and is located on the driver side instrument panel. The VIN tag may be seen by looking through the windshield from outside the vehicle. Engine number The engine number (at last eight numbers of the vehicle identificati[...]

Customer assistance 261 GETTING ROADSIDE ASSIST ANCE T o fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This program is separate from the New V ehicle Limited W arranty . The service is available: • 24Ćhours, seven days a week • for the Basic warranty period (Canada) or New V ehicle[...]

Customer assistance 262 Ford extended service plan Y ou can get more protection for your new car or light truck by purchasing Ford Extended Service Plan (Ford ESP) coverage. Ford ESP is an optional service contract which is backed by Ford Motor Company or Ford Motor Service Company (in the U.S.) and Ford of Canada (in Canada). It provides: • Prot[...]

Customer assistance 263 Getting the service you need At home Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada have authorized dealerships to service your vehicle. When you need warranty repairs your selling dealer would like you to return to it for that service, but you may also take your vehicle to another Ford Motor Company dealership authorized for warrant[...]

Customer assistance 264 • The date of vehicle purchase • The current odometer reading • The vehicle identification number (VIN) If you still have a complaint involving a warranty dispute, you may wish to contact the Dispute Settlement Board (U.S.) or the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada). In the United States, a warranty dispute must be [...]

Customer assistance 265 • sales disputes between customer and dealer except those associated with warranty repairs or concerns with the vehicle' s performance as designed • a request for reimbursement of consequential expenses unless a service or product concern is being reviewed • items not covered by the New V ehicle Limited W arranty [...]

Customer assistance 266 T o properly review your case, the Board needs the following information: • legible copies of all documents and maintenance or repair orders relevant to the case • the year , make, model, and V ehicle Identification Number (VIN) listed on your vehicle ownership license • the date of repair(s) and mileage at the time of[...]

Customer assistance 267 To request a DSB brochure/application For a brochure/application, speak to your dealer or write/call to the Board at the following address/phone number: Dispute Settlement Board P .O. Box 5120 Southfield, MI 48086Ć5120 1Ć800Ć428Ć3718 Y ou may also contact the North American Customer Assistance Center at 1Ć800Ć392Ć3673[...]

Customer assistance 268 GETTING ASSIST ANCE OUTSIDE THE U.S. AND CANADA Before exporting your vehicle to a foreign country , contact the appropriate foreign embassy or consulate. These officials can inform you of local vehicle registration regulations and where to find unleaded fuel. If you cannot find unleaded fuel or can only get fuel with an ant[...]

Customer assistance 269 FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE Ford has many quality products available from your dealer to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. For best results, use the following or products of equivalent quality Ford Custom Clearcoat Polish* Ford Custom Silicone Gloss Polish Ford Custom Vinyl Protectant* Ford Deluxe Leather an[...]

Customer assistance 270 V ehicle Security Remote keyless entry Styled wheel protector locks V ehicle security systems Comfort and convenience Air conditioner Cargo nets Cargo shades Dash trim Electrocromic/compass/mirror Electrocromic/compass/ o/s temp mirror Engine block heaters Gear shift knob Smokers pack T ravel equipment Automatic headlamp sys[...]

Customer assistance 271 • The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Canadian Radio T elecommunications Commission (CRTC) regulate the use of mobile communications systems - such as twoĆway radios, telephones and theft alarms - that are equipped with radio transmitters. Any such equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with FCC or [...]

Reporting safety defects 272 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONL Y) If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a crash, or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway T raffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Ford Motor Company . If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it ma[...]

Index 273  Page ABS warning lamp 130 ........... Accessories 269 ................. Adding brake fluid 189 ........... Adding engine coolant 192 ........ Adding washer fluid 191 .......... Additives, engine oil 186 ......... Air bag 11 ...................... Air bag disposal 107 ............. Air bag readiness light 11 ......... Air bag supplemen[...]

Index 274  Page Children and safety belts 109 ..... Chimes 15 ...................... Climate controls 24 .............. Clutch fluid 189 ................. Components in the engine compartment 184, 185 .......... Control lights 8ć14 .............. Coolant refill capacity 195 ........ Cooling system 10 ............... Cruise control.  Sp[...]

Index 275  Page Fuel gauge 18 ................... Fuel level 12 .................... Fuel pump shutĆoff switch 158 .... Fuel quality 220 ................. Fuel tank 253 ................... Fuel, choosing 219 ............. Fuel, octane recommendations 220 Fuel, safety information 215 ...... Fuses 159 ...................... Fuses and relays 159 .[...]

Index 276  Page Key programming 73 ............. KeyĆinĆignition warning chime 15 ..  Lamps, replacing bulbs 233 ....... Lights, warning and indicator 8 .... Load limits 144 ................. Loading your vehicle 144 ......... Lost transmitters 68 ............. Lubricant specifications 254 ...... Luggage compartment 21 ......... Luggage cov[...]

Index 277  Page Radio 33 ....................... Reading lamps 60 ............... Rear window defroster 32 ........ Recycled engine coolant 195 ...... Refill capacities 253 ............. Relays 159 ..................... Remote entry system 64 .......... Reporting safety defects 272 ...... Roadside assistance 261 .......... Running out of fuel 22[...]

Index 278  Page T achometer 17 .................. T emperature control 24, 27 ....... T emperature gauge 16 ........... T ilt steering wheel 54 ............ T ires, changing 168 .............. T ires, checking the pressure 211 ... T ires, replacing 212 .............. T ires, spare 168 ................. T ires, tire grades 208 ............ T ires[...]

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Filling station information 280 Item Information Recommended fuel Unleaded fuel only - 87 octane Fuel tank capacity 50 L (13.2 gallons) Engine oil capacity (includes filter change) Zetec: 4.25 L (4.5 quarts) CVH: 3.78 L (4.0 quarts) T ire size and pressure See Safety Compliance Certification Label on the rear most driver' s side door jamb Hood[...]