Ford 2000 Focus- User Manual

Instrumentation 6 Page 21 Luggage compartment controlPage 20, 54 Direction indicators/ high beam Page 8-18 Instrument clusterPage 55 Wiper lever Page 56-59 Speed controlPage 54 Steering wheel adjustment Page 53 Ignition switch Page 19-20 Headlamp controlPage 21 Paneldimmer control Page 159-167 Fuse ...

Instrumentation 8 INSTRUMENT CLUSTERWARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Check engine Your 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 t...

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 START position and any door or the luggage c...

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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 afterreleasing the ...

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 informationonthe safety belt warni...

Instrumentation INSTRUMENT CLUSTERGAUGES Temperature gauge

Instrumentation 18 Speedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed. Odometer Registers the total kilometers (miles) of the vehicle. Tripmeter Registers the kilometers (miles) of individual journeys. To reset depress the control. Fuel gauge Displays approximately how much fuel is in the fuel tank (wh...

Controls and features HEADLAMP CONTROL Fog lights (if equipped)

Controls and features 20 The control light will illuminate when the fog lightsare in use. The should be used only when visibility is considerably restricted by fog, snow or rain. Daytime running lights (DRL)(if equipped) Turnsthe headlampson. To activate: • The engine must be running and • The headl...

Controls and features 21 PANEL DIMMER CONTROL This can be adjusted to vary the intensity of the panel lighting. Operates only when the exterior lights are switched on. REMOTE LUGGAGECOMPARTMENT RELEASE (if equipped) To open the luggage compartment, press the control.The control does not function if ...

Controls and features CLIMATE CONTROLS Heater only system Fan speed control Temperature control Mode selector 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...

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, selectany desired position. • Do notputobjects under the frontseatthatwill interfere with airflow to the back seats. • Remove any s...

Controls and features Manual heating and airconditioning system (if equipped) Fan speed control Temperature control Mode selector control

Controls and features REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER "" "" " " ! $ " $ ! HAZARD FLASHER CONTROL % ASHTRAY $ ! $ " $ # $

Controls and features AUDIO SYSTEM Anti-theft protection panel 2 3

Controls and features 34 Replacement panels Your Ford Dealer will require the following if you need to order a replacement panel:1. Your name and address.2. The Vehicle Identification Number (visible on a plate mounted on the instrument panel). Refer to illustration under in the chapter.3. The audio...

Controls and features Radio reception ! ! ! $% !" ! ! ! ! !! # $ ! $ %" ! ! ! %" " % ! AM reception ! ! ! # ! " "!% !! !" $# ! ! ! ! % ! ! ! ! !! FM reception $# "!% " ! "! !! "! ! ! " % • ! ! !! • ! !! ! " ! ! • & ! $ ! !"! !!

Controls and features 38 Waveband 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...

Controls and features 41 On/off Press for on/off. This button can also operate the radio for up to one hourwith the ignition turned off. The radio automatically switches off afterone hour. This function can be used repeatedly. Volume control The display indicates the level selected. Bass/Treble cont...

Controls and features 42 Fade/Balance control Press FADE/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. To adjust beyond the 0" setting, stop rotating the control at ...

Controls and features 43 Waveband 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 FM stati...

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 i...

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. T...

Controls and features 46 4500N Units only Tape control buttons Insert a tape and playback will automatically override radio or CD. TAPE A" or TAPE 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 cons...

Controls and features 47 Tape side selection During tape playback, press both and buttons partially in to change the tape side being played. Tape eject Press both and buttons fully in toeject the cassette and restore radioreception. To pause tape playback Press AM/FM topause tape playback and restor...

Controls and features 48 MENU button (main features) –tape UsetheMENU 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 liketheoneshown opposite appears. Then use the SEEK button to turn this function o...

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. PLAY CD" appears in the display.Press CD to start playback from a CD already in the audio unit. Ifno disc is in...

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. To continue listening...

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 ...

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").With the function on, the Cd" indicator is replaced by SHUF" as a new t...

Controls and features 53 • When selected, Automatic Volume 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 AVC OFF" and AVC +7". The display shows the level selected.This ...

Controls and features TILT AND TELESCOPESTEERING(if equipped) " ! TURN SIGNAL CONTROL • •

Controls and features WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHERCONTROL Mist function Rear window wiper and washer (if equipped)

Controls and features 56 SPEED CONTROL (if equipped) To turn speed control on • Press ON. Vehicle speed cannot be controlled until the vehicle is travelling at or above 48 km/h (30 mph). Donot use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, slippery, or unpaved. Donot shift the ...

Controls and features 57 To 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.Ifyou drive up or down a steep hill, your vehicle speed may vary m...

Controls and features 58 To 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. Whenthe desired vehicle spee...

Controls and features 59 To 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. To return to a set speed • Press RES. For RES to operate, the vehicle speed must be faster than ...

Controls and features DOME LAMPS • • Reading lamps (if equipped)

Controls and features POWER WINDOWS (if equipped) • • One touch down Window lock

Controls and features 62 POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS The control can be swiveled and turned.Turn 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 t...

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. Wagon Pull out the roller cover and secure the r...

Controls and features Unlocking the doors " Locking the doors ! ! "

Controls and features 66 Opening the luggagecompartment 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 lat...

Controls and features 67 Illuminated entry The interior lamps will illuminate when the remote entry system is usedto unlock the door(s).The illuminatedentry system will automatically turn off the interior lights if the ignition switch is turnedto the RUN position, or if the remote transmitter lock c...

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 twohalves back together.Replacement of the battery will cause the remote transmitter to become deprogrammed from your vehicle. The remote trans...

Controls and features PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM(if equipped) " "("" !&!" % $" &# $ ##" ' " & Arming the system " " % "" &# $ ##" ' " & ##" ' " & # ! " !&!" % ! " ' ! ! % !# " !&!" ! &...

Controls and features 71 SECURILOCK T PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM Yourvehicle is equipped with a codedĆkey antiĆtheft system. Only the correct key will be able to start yourvehicle. If yourkeys are lost or stolen, you must take yourvehicle to yourdealership forkey reprogramming.The SecuriLock T passiv...

Controls and features 73 Theft indicator When the ignition is turned to ON or START, 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 onfor anextended...

Controls and features 74 Procedure to program spareSecuriLock 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 alphan...

Seating and safety restraints 77 SEATING Never adjust the driver's seat orseatback when the vehicle is moving. Adjustable head restraints Yourvehicle 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 ...

Seating and safety restraints Folding the rear seat cushionforward Folding the rear seatbackforward Coupe and wagon Sedan

Seating and safety restraints SAFETY RESTRAINTS Safety restraints precautions !" ! " ! " ! " " !" " !" ! " !" " ! " !

Seating and safety restraints ! ! ! Energy Management Feature ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !

Seating and safety restraints 84 BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLYMUST BE REPLACED ifthe seat belt assembly automatic locking retractor feature or any other seat belt function is not operating properly when checked according to the procedures in Workshop Manual. Failure to replace the Belt and Retractor a...

Seating and safety restraints 85 Safety belt pretensioner Your vehicle isequipped with safety belt pretensioners at the driver and front passenger seating positions.The safety belt pretensioner is a device which removesexcess webbing from the safety belt system. The safety belt pretensioner uses the...

Seating and safety restraints Safety belt warning light andwarning chime Conditions of operation If... Then...

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"...

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 ifyou are unbelted. The people I'm with don't wear belts" Set the example, teen deaths occur 4 times more often in ...

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. To disable (one time) or deactivate the Belt Minder feature please follow the directions stated below. One time disa...

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 tothe safety belt assembly by adding a safety belt extension assembly (part number 611C22). Safety belt extension assemblies can be obtained from y...

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 equip...

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 po...

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 frac...

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 rest...

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Starting PREPARING TO START YOURVEHICLE !! ! & ! ! & ! & ! ! !' " "! ! "! "! ! " ! !! !! "'! # ! ! " !! & " ! ! $ &" # "!& !! ! ! !! ! # ! ! ! %! ! " #& !!" ! %" ! & ! ! ! ! ! # &" # & ! & " # &am...

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, have your dealer inspect your vehicle ...

Starting 124 Make sure the corresponding lights (if equipped) illuminate briefly. If a light fails toilluminate, have the vehicle serviced. • If the driver's safety belt is fastened the light will not illuminate. STARTING THE ENGINE 1. Turn the key to4 (START) without pressing the accelerator pedal ...

Driving 128 BRAKES Your 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 em...

Driving 132 Parking brake Apply the parking brake whenever the vehicle is parked. To set the parking brake, pull the handle up as far as possible. The warning lampin the instrument cluster illuminates and remains illuminated (when the ignition is turned ON) until the parking brake is released.The pa...

Driving 133 Push the button on the end of the parking brake and push the handle down asfasaspossible to release the brake. Driving with the parking brake on will cause the brakes to wear out quickly and reduce fuel economy. STEERING Your vehicle isequipped with power steering. Power steering uses en...

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. AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLEOPERATION(if equipped) Brake-shift interlock Thi...

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'sbrakelampsare not operating properly. Refer to in the chapter. Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brakelampsare working. If your vehicle getsstuck in...

Driving 138 D (Overdrive) The normal driving position for the best fuel economy. Transaxle operates ingears One through Four.D (Overdrive) canbe deactivated by pressing the transaxle control switch onthe gearshift lever.The O/D OFF light will illuminate on the instrument cluster.Engine braking is pr...

Driving 140 Manual transaxle operation (if equipped) Using the clutch Vehicles 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 (Neut...

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 speci...

Driving 142 Parking your vehicle 1. Apply brake and shift into N (Neutral).2. Set parking brake.3. Shift into 1 (First). 4. Turn 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...

Driving 143 • Type A transaxle (with SPI engine) You shift into R (Reverse) only by moving the gearshift fully to the right against a spring pressure and then rearward into R (Reverse) gear. • Type B transaxle (with Zetec engine) To select reverse gear, lift the locking ring (1) and then move the ge...

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

Driving 145 • GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating): Carrying capacity for each axle system. The GAWR is specific to each vehicle and is listed onthe Safety Compliance CertificationLabel onthe driver's door pillar. • GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating): Maximum combined weight of towing vehicle (including...

Driving 146 • Trailer Weight 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 GAWR specified on the Saf...

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. You mus...

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

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 fueleconomy and transaxle cooling. • Anticipate stops and brake gradually. Servicing after tow...

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 lubricatio...

Driving 156 DRIVING THROUGH WATER Do notdrive quickly through standing water, especially if the depth is unknown. Traction or brake capability may be limited and if the ignition system gets wet, your engine may stall. Water may also enter your engine's air intake and severely damage your engine. If ...

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 t...

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 substantialjolt.1. Tu...

Roadside emergencies 159 FUSES AND RELAYS 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...

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 Tan Brown Red Blue Yellow Natural Green - - - - - Grey Violet Pink Tan Brown Red Blue ...

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 t...

Roadside emergencies 164 Power distribution box The power distribution boxis 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...

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 Highbeams Low beams Fuel pump Engine management Not used Not used Air conditioning Daytime running lights Fog lamps Not used Engine cooling fan l...

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 Your vehicle has a temporary spar...

Roadside emergencies 170 Tire change procedure To prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire, be sure the parking brake is set, then block (in both directions) the wheel that is diagonally opposite (otherside and end of the vehicle) to the tire being changed. If the vehicle slips off the...

Roadside emergencies 172 4. Remove the center cap or wheel cover. Looseneach 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 onthe jack shownhere. Locate the jack at t...

Roadside emergencies ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! Do not use the suspension as a jacking point.

Roadside emergencies 175 JUMP STARTING YOURVEHICLE The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could resultin injury or vehicle damage. Do notpush startyour vehicle. You could damage the catalytic converter. Batteries contain sulfuric acid w...

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 corrosi...

Roadside emergencies ! Jump starting ! " ! ! Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were connected. !

Roadside emergencies 181 WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towing service or, if you are a member, your roadside assistance center.Itis recommended thatyour vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed equipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Co...

Maintenance and care 182 SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle: • We highlight doĆitĆyourself items in the engine compartment for easy location. • We provide a Scheduled Maintenance Guide" which makes tracking routine service easy.If your vehicle requires professional service...

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 ...

Maintenance and care 184 IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 2.0 SPI engine Battery Windshield washerfluid reservoir Engine coolant reservoir (marked red and black) Brake/clutch fluid reservoir Engine oil fillercap Transaxle fluid dipstick Power steering fluid reservoir Airfilter assemb...

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. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan.3. Set ...

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 a...

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 w...

Maintenance and care 191 WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Checking and adding washerfluid Check the washer fluid whenever you stop for fuel.If the level islow, 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 t...

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 fluidsare not interchangeable; do not use engine coolant, antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of its spec...

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...

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 cool...

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 will illuminate. If the engine reaches a preset overĆtemperature condition, the engine will automatically switch to alternating cylinder oper...

Maintenance and care When fail-safe mode is activated "' ( & !! #")$ )! ! & +% " %" $( & ( )& '&"! ( ) !"& &" !&! +%# "#$&"! ! & !! ) $'! $"' $ && & !! % # " " #&* %'&&! ")! '&"...

Maintenance and care 200 TRANSAXLE FLUID Checking automatic transaxlefluid Refer to your "Scheduled Maintenance Guide" for scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes. Your transaxle does not consume fluid. However, the fluid level should be checked if the transaxle is not working prope...

Maintenance and care 201 3. With theparking brakeengaged and your foot on thebrakepedal, start theengineand movethe 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 leavetheengine running.5. Removethedipstick, ...

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 b...

Maintenance and care 203 BATTERY Your 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 tothe Scheduled Main...

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Maintenance and care 207 WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES Change the wiperblades on your vehicle at least twice a yearor when they seem less effective. Substances such as tree sap and some hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes reduce the effectiveness of wiperblades. Checking the wiper blades If t...

Maintenance and care 208 INFORMATION ABOUT TIREQUALITY GRADES New vehicles are fitted with tires that have their Tire Quality Grade (described below) molded into the tire's sidewall. These Tire Quality Grades are determined by standards that the United States Department of Transportation has set.Tir...

Maintenance and care 209 Treadwear 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...

Maintenance and care 210 Temperature 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 temperat...

Maintenance and care 211 SERVICING YOUR TIRES Checking the tire pressure • Use an accurate tire pressure gauge. • Checkthe 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 spe...

Maintenance and care 212 Replacing the tires Replace tires whenthe wear band is visible through the tire treads. Whenreplacing full size tires, never mix radial, biasĆbelted, or biasĆtype tires. Use only the tire sizes that are listed onthe CertificationLabel. Make sure that all tires are the same s...

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, youmay need to use snow tires and chains. If y...

Maintenance and care Fuel filler cap $ $" # #$(# ' (% #$"$ $ $ % " ( $ " "( #$ %" $ "& $ % " "#$ $ "% $ $ " "( If you must replace the fuel filler cap, replace it with a genuine Ford or Motorcraft part. The emission system performance may be advers...

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.Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel or fuel additives with metallic compounds, including manganeseĆbased compounds containing (MMT).Vehicles certif...

Maintenance and care 220 Octane recommendations Your vehicle is designed to use regular" unleaded gasoline with an (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87. We 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 y...

Maintenance and care 221 The AmericanAutomobile Manufacturers Association (AAMA) issued a fuel specificationto provide informationonhigh quality fuels that optimize the performance of your vehicle. We recommend the use of gasolines that meet the AAMA specificationif they are available.It should not ...

Maintenance and care Running out of fuel # " "! " " ! !"! % # # ! $! ! %" # " "! " • " % ! ! # ! ! % ! !! ! " " ! ! ! ! • " ! % ! ! ! ! ! ! Fuel filter " # " $! " ! !! "! ! "% " ! ! %" " # ! ! ! &" ! " ! ...

Maintenance and care 223 ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUELECONOMY Measuring techniques Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you, the driver. You must gather information as accurately and consistently as possible. Fuel expense, frequency of fillups or fuel gauge readings are NOT accurat...

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 ...

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 k...

Maintenance and care 226 Driving style – good driving andfuel 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...

Maintenance and care 227 • Use of speed control (if equipped) canimprove fuel economy. Speed control can help maintain a constant speed and reduce speed changes. You may want to turn off the speed control inhilly terrainas unnecessary shifting between third and fourth gears may occur causing deterio...

Maintenance and care 228 Conditions • Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer will sharply deteriorate fueleconomy 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 certai...

Maintenance and care 229 EPA window sticker Every new vehicle should have the EPA window sticker. Contact your dealer if the window sticker is not supplied with your vehicle. The EPA window sticker should be your guide for the fuel economy comparisons with other vehicles.It is important to note the ...

Maintenance and care EXTERIOR BULBS Replacing exterior bulbs # !# # & " ! $#( • " • " • !" • )$# ! • $! "" • $ " • " # # !% $" $"" #( & ! #( $ " !% ! '# ! # ##" ( #! # $"" # !! Replacing headlamp bulbs $ !$( $# !" ! !" # $ (...

Maintenance and care " # " Replacing foglamp bulbs ! ! # " " " Side marker lamp " !

Maintenance and care 237 Replacing tail/brake/backuplights and turn signal bulbs(Sedan) 1. Open the tailgate.2. From inside the luggage compartment remove the three wing nutsof the light housing.3. Gently pull the light housing to the outside.4. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull out the...

Maintenance and care 238 Replacing tail/brake/backuplights and turn signal bulbs(Wagon) 1. Open the tailgate.2. With 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 th...

Maintenance and care High-mount brake lamp bulbs ! " !! ! $ # # ! % ! ! !! " ! " ! & " ! " "! ! # Replacing interior lights $! ! ! ! $! ! & "! ! ! & $! ! $ # ! ! ! ! $! Dome lamp ! " ! $ " ! # Rear dome lamp # ! ! ! " ! $ " ! # Map lamps " ...

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 Trade number Headlamps HB2 Park and turn lamp (front) 3157K Side marker lamp (front)...

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. Vertical aim adjustment 1. Park the vehicle on a level sur...

Maintenance and care 243 CLEANING AND CARING FORYOUR VEHICLE Referto the Customer assistance chapter for a list of FordĆapproved cleaners, polishes and waxes. Washing your vehicle Wash your vehicle regularly with cold orlukewarm water. Neveruse strong detergents or soap. If your vehicle is particula...

Maintenance and care Waxing your vehicle # " " !$ $ $% "# " ! $ "# ! ! ! $ ! "# " $ ! "# " $ " " Repairing paint chips $ " % $ ! ! $

Maintenance and care Cleaning the wheels " " # # Cleaning plastic exterior parts " " # Cleaning the exterior lamps ! " " "

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. To avoid damaging the blades, do not use fuel, kerosene, paint thinner or other solvents.If the wiper still ...

Maintenance and care 247 Cleaning the instrument panel Clean with a damp cloth, then dry with a dry cloth.Avoid 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. Clean...

Maintenance and care Cleaning and maintaining thesafety belts " ! " " " ! ! " " " ! " Safety belt maintenance Seating and safety restraints Underbody " " Cleaning leather seats (if equipped) ! ! ! !

Maintenance and care 249 If the leather cannot be completely cleaned usinga mild soap and water solution, the leather may be cleaned usinga commercially available cleaningproduct Tanners Preserve Leather Cleaner" and a 3M Type T" scrubbingpad by usingthe followingsteps: The type of scrubbi...

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 garment...

Maintenance and care Woodtone trim Inside windows Cleaning mirrors

Capacities and specifications 252 MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component 2.0L SPI engine 2.0L Zetec-E engine Air filter 98ABĆ9601ĆC( ) 98ABĆ9601ĆC( ) Battery BXTĆ40R BXTĆ96R Oil filter FLĆ400 S FL 2005 PCV valve YS4EĆ6A666ĆAA 988F-6A666ĆAA Spark plug* AGSF 34PP AZFS 32FE * Refer to Vehicle Emission Contr...

Capacities and specifications 253 REFILL CAPACITIES 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 S...

Capacities and specifications 254 LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Item Ford part name orequivalent Ford partnumber 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 ESD...

Capacities and specifications 255 ENGINE DATA Engine 2.0L SPI engine 2.0L Zetec-E engine Cubic inches 121 121 Horsepower 110 @ 5000 130 @ 5300 rpm Torque 125 lbĆft @ 3750 130 lbĆft @ 4500 rpm Recommended fuel 87 octane 87 octane Firingorder 1-3-4-2 1-3-4-2 Spark pluggap 1.4 mm (0.054 inch) 1.3 mm (0...

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) Track 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) Track front 1484-1502 (58.4-59.1) rear 1477-1495 (58.1-58.9)

Capacities and specifications 258 Wagon 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) Track front 1484-1502 (5...

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

Capacities and specifications 260 Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number (VIN) is attached to a metal tag and is located on the driver side instrument panel. The VIN tag may be seen by looking through the windshield from outside the vehicle. Engine number The engine number (...

Customer assistance 261 GETTING ROADSIDEASSISTANCE To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This program is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service is available: • 24Ćhours, seven days a week • for the Basic w...

Customer assistance 262 Ford extended service plan You can get more protection for your new car or light truck by purchasing Ford Extended Service Plan (Ford ESP) coverage. Ford ESP is an optional service contract which is backed by Ford Motor Company or Ford Motor Service Company (in the U.S.) and ...

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 Fo...

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 ...

Customer assistance 266 To properly review your case, the Board needs the following information: • legible copies ofall documents and maintenance or repair orders relevant to the case • the year, make, model, and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) listed on your vehicle ownership license • the date...

Customer assistance 269 FORD ACCESSORIES FORYOUR 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 qualityFord Custom Clearcoat Polish*Ford Custom Silicone Gloss PolishFord C...

Customer assistance 270 Vehicle Security Remote keyless entryStyled wheel protector locksVehicle security systems Comfort and convenience Air conditionerCargo netsCargo shadesDashtrimElectrocromic/compass/mirrorElectrocromic/compass/ o/s temp mirrorEngine block heatersGear shift knobSmokers pack Tra...

Customer assistance 271 • The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Canadian Radio Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) regulate the use of mobile communications systems - such as twoĆway radios, telephones and theft alarms - that are equipped with radio transmitters. Any such equipment instal...

Reporting safety defects 272 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS(U.S. ONLY) If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a crash, or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway TrafficSafety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Ford Motor Company...

Index 273 Page ABS warning lamp 130 . . . . . . . . . . . Accessories 269 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adding brake fluid 189 . . . . . . . . . . . Adding engine coolant 192 . . . . . . . . Adding washer fluid 191 . . . . . . . . . . Additives, engine oil186 . . . . . . . . . Air bag 11 . . . ....

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) Tire size and pressure See Safety Compliance Certification Label on...