Manual Escape

Table of Contents
Introduction
Congratulations Safety and environment protection Symbol glossary

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Instrument Cluster
Warning and control lights Gauges

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10 15

Entertainment Systems
AM/FM stereo with CD AM/FM stereo cassette with CD

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18 25

Climate Controls
Heater only Manual heating and air conditioning

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62 63

Lights
Headlamps Turn signal control Bulbreplacement

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68 71 73

Driver Controls
Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control

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78 81 83 85 86

Locks and Security
Keys Locks Anti-theft system

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Seating and Safety Restraints
Seating Safety restraints Air bags Child restraints

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113 125 136 144

Driving
Starting BrakesTransmission operation Vehicle loading Trailer towing Recreational towing

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154 158 163 178 181 185

Roadside Emergencies
Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Jump starting Wrecker towing

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186 187 187 189 195 200 206

Customer Assistance
The dispute settlement board Utilizing the mediation/arbitration Gettingassistance outside the U.S. and Canada Ordering additional owner’s literature Reporting safety defects (U.S. only)

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211 214 214 215 217

Cleaning
Cleaning your vehicle Underbody preservation

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Maintenance and Specifications
Hood Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Fuel information Air filter(s) Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricantspecifications Engine data Vehicle dimensions

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227 229 231 235 242 256 262 262 265 267 267

Accessories Index

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The following warning may be required by California law: CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: 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 otherreproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on acquiring your new Ford. Please take the time to get well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. The more you know andunderstand about your vehicle the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it. For more information on Ford Motor Company and its products visit the following website: In the United States: www.ford.com In Canada: www.ford.ca In Australia: www.ford.com.au In Mexico: www.ford.com.mx Additional owner information is given in separate publications. This Owner’s Guide describes everyoption and model variant available and therefore some of the items covered may not apply to your particular vehicle. Furthermore, due to printing cycles it may describe options before they are generally available. Remember to pass on the Owner’s Guide when reselling the vehicle. It is an integral part of the vehicle.

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Fuel pump shut-off switch In the event of an accident thesafety switch will automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine. The switch can also be activated through sudden vibration (e.g. collision when parking). To reset the switch, refer to the Fuel pump shut-off switch in the Roadside emergencies chapter. SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION Warning symbols in this guide How can you reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possible damage...