Contents1Before drivingIntroduction 2Instrumentation 4Controls and features 17Seating and safety restraints 47Starting and drivingStarting 79Driving 8
Instrumentation10CHECKENGINEAir bag readinessBriefly illuminates when theignition is turned on. If the lightfails to illuminate, continues toflash or
Driving100GCW (Gross Combined Weight)The GCW is the maximumcombined weight of the towingvehicle (including passengers andcargo) and the loaded trailer
Driving101Payload = GVWR minus Basecurb weightTo obtain the correct weight foryour vehicle, try taking yourvehicle to a shipping company oran inspecti
Driving102It is extremly dangerous toride in a cargo area, inside oroutside of a vehicle. In a collision,people riding in these areas aremore likely t
Driving103TRAILER TOWINGYour vehicle is capable of towing atrailer of up to a maximum of454 kg (1 000 lbs) gross trailerweight with a maximum tonguelo
Driving104Follow these guidelines to ensuresafe towing procedure:• Stay within your vehicle’s loadlimits.• Thoroughly prepare your vehiclefor towing.
Driving105Preparing to towUse the proper equipment fortowing a trailer and make sure thatit is properly attached to yourvehicle. See your dealer or ar
Driving106Using a hitchDo not use hitches that:• Clamp onto the vehicle bumper.• Attach to the axle.Distribute the load so that only 10to 15% of the t
Driving107Using trailer brakesUse electric brakes or manual,automatic or surge type hydraulicbrakes that meet Federal and localregulations. Install an
Driving108Driving while towing a trailerDo not drive faster than 72 km/h(45 mph) while towing a 454 kg(1 000 lb) trailer. Do not drivefaster than 72 k
Driving109FUEL CONSUMPTIONFuel economy can be improved byavoiding:• lack of regular, scheduledmaintenance,• excessive speed,• rapid acceleration,• dri
Instrumentation11Brake system warningExtinguishes when the parkingbrake is released. Illuminates afterreleasing the parking brake toindicate low brake
110FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCHIf the engine cranks, but does notstart or does not start after acollision, the fuel pump shut-offswitch may have been act
Roadside emergencies111If your engine cranks but does notstart after a collision or substantialjolt:1. Turn the ignition key to the offposition.2. Che
Even after a fuse is replaced, it willcontinue to blow if the cause of theoverload is not identified andcorrected. If the fuse continues toblow, have
Roadside emergencies113122R10R915 16R11101817R8R711 12 13 14R6R4R3321R1 R2R5D14 5 6 7 89Power distribution boxTo check or replace a fuse or arelay, re
Roadside emergencies114AmpereratingPower distribution box (engine compartment)ColorCircuits protected1*2*3*4567891011121314151617188060602015—20—20203
Roadside emergencies115Power distribution box (engine compartment)RelayCircuits switchedR 1R 2R 3R 4R 5R 6R 7R 8R 9R 10R 11D1Passenger compartment fus
Roadside emergencies116A blown fuse can be identified by abreak in the wire. Use the fusepuller (2) attached to the cover ofthe power distribution box
Roadside emergencies117Passenger compartment fuse panel (below instrument panel)FuseAmpereratingColor Circuits protected192021222324252627282930313233
Roadside emergencies118Fuse rating7.5 amp10 amp15 amp20 amp30 amp30 amp fuse link40 amp60 amp fuse link80 amp fuse link100 amp fuse linkColorbrownredb
Roadside emergencies119CHANGING TIRESPark your vehicle in such a positionthat neither the traffic nor you arehindered or endangered whenchanging the t
Instrumentation12E F1/2UNLEADED FUEL ONLYNORMALBRAKETRACTIONCONTROLO/DOFF0001230 0 0 0102030405060708090110120130MPH2040605580120100140160180200100CHE
Roadside emergencies120The temporary spare tireThe vehicle may have a highpressure temporary spare tire. Thisspare is smaller than a regular tireand i
Roadside emergencies121Spare tire locationThe spare tire and tools are locatedunder the floor cover in theluggage compartment.Removing the spare tire
Roadside emergencies122Removing a tire1. Apply the parking brake and 1(first) gear (manual transaxle) orthe P (Park) position (automatictransaxle).2.
Roadside emergencies123Replacing a tire1. Push the spare tire onto thewheel studs.2. Screw on the wheel nuts,ensuring the tapered end of thewheel nuts
Roadside emergencies124JUMP STARTING YOURVEHICLEThe gases around thebattery can explode ifexposed to flames, sparks, or litcigarettes. An explosion co
Roadside emergencies125Connecting jumper cables1. Position the vehicles so that theydo not touch one another.2. Switch off the engine. Switch offany u
Roadside emergencies126Jump starting1. Start the booster vehicle and runthe engine at moderately increasedspeed.2. Start the engine of the vehiclewith
Roadside emergencies127If towing is necessary, it isrecommended that your vehicle betowed with a wheel lift or flatbedequipment. Do not tow withslingb
Maintenance and care128SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS• We highlight do-it-yourself itemsin the engine compartment foreasy location.• As possible, we design p
Maintenance and care129Precautions when servicingyour vehicleBe especially careful wheninspecting or servicing yourvehicle. Here are some generalpreca
Instrumentation13Headlamps on warning chimeSounds when the headlamps areon, the ignition is off (and the keyis not in the ignition) and thedriver’s do
Maintenance and care130Working with engine off(automatic transaxle)1. Set the parking brake fully andensure the gearshift is securelylatched in P (Par
Maintenance and care131Working with engine on(automatic transaxle)1. Set the parking brake fully andensure the gearshift is securelylatched in P (Park
Maintenance and care132Opening the hood• Pull the handle (1) located underthe instrument panel.0001230 0 0 0102030405060708090100110120130MPH204060558
Maintenance and care133For ease of identification, all filler caps and the engine oil dipstick aremarked yellow/black. 2.0 litre EFI-engine compartmen
Maintenance and care134PowersteeringreservoirEnginecoolantreservoir2.5 litre EFI-engine compartmentFor ease of identification, all filler caps and the
Maintenance and care135Engine oilUse SAE 5W-30 motor oilCERTIFIED FOR GASOLINEENGINES by the AmericanPetroleum Institute.Do not use supplemental engin
Maintenance and care1366. If the oil level is below theminimum line, add engine oil asnecessary. If the oil level is beyondthe maximum line, engine da
Maintenance and care137Refer to the ”MaintenanceSchedule” booklet for additionalinformation.Always dispose of usedautomotive fluids in aresponsible ma
Maintenance and care138Brake/clutch fluid reservoirBrake and clutch fluid systems aresupplied from the same reservoir.The level of the fluid must lieb
Maintenance and care139Engine coolant maintenanceMAXMINChecking and adding enginecoolantCheck the level of the coolant inthe reservoir at least once a
Instrumentation14E F1/2UNLEADED FUEL ONLYNORMALBRAKETRACTIONCONTROLO/DOFF0001230 0 0 0102030405060708090110120130MPH2040605580120100140160180200100CHE
Maintenance and care140When adding engine coolantFord recommends Ford PremiumCooling System Fluid, which is anoptimized formula that will protectall m
Maintenance and care141Always dispose of usedautomotive fluids in aresponsible manner. Follow yourcommunity’s standards for recyclingand disposing of
Maintenance and care142MAXMINAdding engine coolant1. Before removing the enginecoolant recovery cap, turn theengine off and allow it to cool.2. When t
Maintenance and care143Checking and adding powersteering fluidSwitch off the engine. With thesteering system at normaloperating temperature, the fluid
Maintenance and care144Automatic transaxle fluidCheck the automatic transaxle fluidaccording to the scheduledintervals in the “Service Guide”.However,
Maintenance and care145Checking the automatictransaxle fluidWith the vehicle on a level surfaceand the brake fully applied, startthe engine and move t
Maintenance and care146BatteryYour vehicle may be equipped witha Motorcraft maintenance-freebattery. The Motorcraftmaintenance-free battery normallydo
Maintenance and care147Battery replacementIf your original equipment batteryrequires replacement while underwarranty, it will be replaced with aMotorc
Maintenance and care148Batteries normally produceexplosive gases which cancause personal injury. Do not allowflames, sparks or lit tobacco tocome near
Maintenance and care149Relearning the idle functionBecause your vehicle’s engine iselectronically controlled, somecontrol conditions are maintainedby
Instrumentation15NORMALEngine coolant temperaturegaugeIndicates the temperature of theengine coolant. At normaloperating temperature, the needleremain
Maintenance and care150Checking wiper bladesCheck the wiper blades on yourvehicle for roughness by runningthe tips of your fingers over theedge of the
Maintenance and care1512. Remove the plastic caps fromthe screws on the grille. Removethe screws.3. Open the hood. Pull off therubber weatherstrip at
Maintenance and care152Information about tire qualitygradesNew vehicles are fitted with tiresthat have their Tire Quality Grade(described below) molde
Maintenance and care153TreadwearThe treadwear grade is acomparative rating based on thewear rate of the tire when testedunder controlled conditions on
Maintenance and care154Temperature A B CThe temperature grades are A (thehighest), B, and C, representingthe tire’s resistance to thegeneration of hea
Maintenance and care155Checking tire pressureCheck the tire pressureperiodically and inflate the tires asnecessary. To check the tirepressure, insert
Maintenance and care156Failure to follow theseprecautions may adverselyaffect the handling of the vehicleand make it easier to lose controland roll ov
Maintenance and care157Dispose of worn tires inaccordance with localenvironmental regulations.Refer to the Safety ComplianceCertification label to det
Maintenance and care158The tires on your vehicle have all-weather treads to provide tractionin rain and snow. However, in someclimates, using snow tir
Maintenance and care159Change over from winter tosummer tires as soon as roadconditions allow, this will reducefuel consumption and noise in thevehicl
Instrumentation16E F1/2UNLEADED FUEL ONLYNORMALBRAKETRACTIONCONTROLO/DOFF0001230 0 0 0102030405060708090110120130MPH2040605580120100140160180200100CHE
Maintenance and care160Automotive fuels can causeserious injury or death ifmisused or mishandled.IMPORTANT FUELINFORMATONImportant safety precautionsD
Maintenance and care161Observe the following guidelineswhen handling automotive fuel:• Extinguish all smoking materialsand any open flames beforefueli
Maintenance and care162Choosing the right fuelUse only UNLEADED FUEL. Theuse of leaded fuel is prohibited bylaw and could damage your vehicle.The dama
Maintenance and care163Octane recommendationsYour vehicle is designed to useregular gasoline with an (R+M)/2octane rating of 87. We do notrecommend ga
Maintenance and care164Fuel qualityIf you are experiencing starting,rough idle or hesitation problemstry a different brand of fuel. If thecondition pe
Maintenance and care165Calculating fuel economyTo accurately calculate yourvehicle’s fuel economy:1. Fill the tank completely andrecord the initial od
Maintenance and care166WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOWABOUT THE EMISSIONCONTROL SYSTEMFor more information about yourvehicle’s emission control system,refer to t
Maintenance and care167BRAKEBRAKETRACTIONCONTROLO/DOFFIf you notice one or more of thefollowing, the emission system maynot be functioning properly; h
Maintenance and care168Do not park, idle or driveyour vehicle in dry grass orother dry ground cover. Theemission system heats up theengine compartment
Maintenance and care169Preparing your vehicle forinspection/maintenance (I/M)testingIn some localities it may be a legalrequirement to pass an I/M tes
Controls and features17MIRRORSH M:I0 20OFFLO PNL/FLRPANELA/CFLOORDEFFLR DEFMAXA/CHI/POWER AUDIO AM/FMSCANSEEK312645ANSSIDE 1-2EJECTVOLUME000123
Maintenance and care170The bulbs for the low beam, highbeam, turn signals and side lampsare housed in the lamp assembly.To replace a bulb, the complet
Maintenance and care171Reinstalling the headlampassemblyThe gasket lining must be seatedproperly around the lamp assemblywhen reinstalling.All bulb co
Maintenance and care172Foglamps (if equipped)1. Detach the cover (access atbottom of front bumper).2. Turn the bulb counterclockwiseand pull it out of
Maintenance and care173License plate lampUnscrew the bulb holder with ascrewdriver. Remove the bulb fromthe clip holder.Replace with the new bulb inre
Maintenance and care174High-mounted brake lampEnter the rear seat compartment.Unscrew both screws and removethe complete lamp assembly. Bendthe housin
Maintenance and care175Reading lamps (if equipped)Open the lamp assembly.The bulbs can be replaced after thecontact plate has been hingedback.Interior
Maintenance and care176Aiming the headlampsYour vehicle is equipped with aVehicle Headlamp Aim Device(VHAD) on each headlamp body.Each headlamp may be
Maintenance and care177Adjusting the horizontal aim1. Make sure the vehicle is on alevel surface.2.With the hood open, locate thehorizontal indicator
Maintenance and care178Adjusting the vertical aimThe numbers shown on the vialindicate beam direction in degreesup or down.1. Do not adjust the vertic
Maintenance and care179Washing your vehicleOnly use car washing areasthat have environmentallyfriendly drainage systems. VEHICLE CAREWash your vehicle
Controls and features18Daytime running lights (DRL)(Canadian vehicles only)The DRL system turns on thehighbeam headlamps, with areduced light output,
Maintenance and care180Waxing your vehicleThe best way to determine whenthe paintwork needs waxing is bynoting when water stops beadingon the surface.
Maintenance and care181Repairing paint chipsMinor scratches or paint damagefrom road debris may be repairedwith touch-up paint, paint repairfoil or ae
Maintenance and care182Cleaning the engineEngines are more efficient whenthey are clean because grease anddirt buildup act as insulators andkeep the e
Maintenance and care183Cleaning plastic exterior partsUse a vinyl cleaner for routinecleaning of plastic. Clean with a tarremover if necessary. Do not
Maintenance and care184Cleaning the interior fabricRemove dust and loose dirt with awhisk broom or a vacuum cleaner.Remove fresh spots immediately.Fol
Maintenance and care185Cleaning and maintaining thesafety beltsClean the safety belts with a mildsoap solution recommended forcleaning upholstery or c
Capacities and specifications186* Refer to Vehicle Emission Control Information (VECI) decal for spark plug and gap specifications.** If a spark plug
Capacities and specifications187* Total capacity** with automatic transaxleEngine oil- with filter- withoutManual transaxle 2.6 l (2.7 qts)Automati
Capacities and specifications188ItemFord part nameor equivalentHigh performanceDOT 3 brake fluidPremium enginecoolantMotorcraft motoroil 5W-30 superpr
Capacities and specifications189Engine data* Mechanical valve adjuster2.0 litreEngine2.5 litreEngine1988 254496 (125)5500125 (170)6250176 (130)4000220
Controls and features19Panel dimmer controlAdjust the control to vary theintensity of the panel lighting.Operates only when the exteriorlights are swi
190DAEBCCapacities and specificationsDimensions mm (inches)4556 (179.4)1751 (68.9)1380 - 1427 (54.3 - 56.2)2704 (106.5)1499 - 1518* (59.0 - 59.8)1483
191Capacities and specificationsVEHICLE IDENTIFICATIONNUMBERThe vehicle identification number(VIN) is attached to a metal tagand is located on the fro
192Reporting safety defectsREPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS(U.S. ONLY)If you believe that your vehicle hasa defect that could cause a crash,or could cause inj
193IndexA PageAccessory position on the ignition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27Additives, engine oil . . . . . . . . .135Air bag supplementalr
C PageChild safety restraintsbuilt-in child seat . . . . . . . . . . .68child safety seats . . . . . . . . . . . .74children and safety belts . . .64
Index195E PageEngine oilchanging oil and filter . . . . . . .136checking and adding . . . . . . . .135dipstick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .133
H PageHigh-mount brakelamp . . . . . . .174Hoodlatch location . . . . . . . . . . . . . .132release lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . .132Horn . . . .
Index197M PageMaintenance (see Servicing)Manual transaxlebacking up (reverse) . . . . . . . . .98clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96flu
S PageSafety belts (see Safety restraints)Safety chains, when towing a trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107Safety Compliance Certificati
Index199T PageTireschanging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122checking tire pressure . . . . . .155cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Introduction2ICONSIndicates a warning. Read thefollowing section on Warnings fora full explanation.Indicates that vehicle informationrelated to recycl
Controls and features20Power mirrors (if equipped)The control can be swivelled andturned. Turn the control counterclockwiseto adjust the driver’s side
Filling station informationUNLEADED FUEL ONLYOctane 8761.5 litres (16.3 gallons)Use Motorcraft 5W-30 Formula EFuel Economy Motor Oil, Fordspecificatio
Controls and features21To toggle between 12 or 24 hourformat, depress the H button andthe M button simultaneously andthen release them.To advance the
Controls and features22Climate controlsVentsAirflow from the vents may beadjusted by moving the horizontalcontrol or vertically adjusting thevent acco
Controls and features23Controlling airflowTurn the mode control to thedesired airflow position.The A/C compressor (if equipped)operates in the positio
Controls and features24Using MAX A/C mode(if equipped)The MAX A/C mode recirculatesthe air and directs it to flowthrough the instrument panelvents.Thi
Controls and features25Using the PANEL modeThe panel mode directs outside airto the panel vents.OFFLO PNL/FLRPANELA/CFLOORDEFFLR DEFMAXA/CHI/OF
Controls and features26Using the FLR/DEF modeThe floor/defrost mode directsoutside air to flow through the floorvents and windshield defrostervents. T
Controls and features27STEERING COLUMNCONTROLSIgnition1. Ignition off, steering wheellocked.On vehicles with automatictransaxles, the ignition key can
Controls and features28Tilt steeringPull the locking lever on thesteering column cover up to adjustthe steering column position.Secure the wheel by pu
Controls and features29Hazard flasher controlUse only in an emergency to warntraffic of vehicle breakdown orapproaching danger. Depress toactivate. De
Introduction3INFORMATION ABOUT THISGUIDEThe information found in this guidewas in effect at the time ofprinting. Ford may change thecontents without n
Controls and features30Multi-function switchThe turn signal functions areavailable only with the ignitionswitch on.Right turn signalMove the lever up.
Controls and features31WipersLift the windshield wiper lever tothe desired speed interval.• Intermittent: push lever up to thefirst position.• Low: pu
Controls and features32Do not use the speed controlin heavy traffic or on roadsthat are winding, slippery, orunpaved.OffOnSpeed control (if equipped)T
Controls and features33To set a speedPress Set Acc. For speed control tooperate, the speed control must beon and the vehicle speed must begreater than
Controls and features34ResSetAccCoastTo set a lower speed• Press and hold Coast. Release thecontrol when the desired vehiclespeed is reached, or• pres
Controls and features35ResSetAccCoastTo return to a set speed• Press Res. For Res to operate,the vehicle speed must be fasterthan 48 km/h (30 mph).To
Controls and features36Door delay OffOn12SECOn Off 12 SECInterior lampsThe interior lamps have threeswitch positions: door delay, offand on.When the c
Controls and features37Power door locks (if equipped)Push to lock or unlock all doors.AUTOPower windows (if equipped)The windows will only operatewhen
Controls and features38Safety switchMove the switch to the right toprevent passengers from operatingthe windows.Move the switch to the left to allowpa
Controls and features39PULLRemote luggage compartmentcontrolPull the control located on the leftof the driver’s seat to open theluggage compartment.To
4InstrumentationPage 30Turn signal/high beamPage 6Instrument clusterPage 29Hazard flashercontrolPage 31Windshieldwiper/washercontrolPage 132Hood relea
Controls and features40Fuel pump shut-off switchFor information on the fuel pumpshut-off switch, refer to Fuelpump shut-off switch in theRoadside emer
Controls and features41TRUNKUNLOCKPANICLOCKREMOTE KEYLESS ENTRYSYSTEM(if equipped)If your vehicle has a remote entrysystem, you can lock and unlockthe
Controls and features42Opening the luggagecompartmentPress the TRUNK control.Sounding the panic alarmPress the PANIC control. The hornwill sound and t
Controls and features43Replacing lost transmittersTake your transmitters to thedealer for reprogramming if:• a transmitter is lost or• you want to pur
Controls and features44PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM(if equipped)The Passive Anti-Theft-System(PATS) is an engine immobilizationsystem. It is an additiona
Controls and features45Functional checkWhen the ignition is switched on,the control light in the digital clockwill illuminate for approximatelythree s
Controls and features46Key codingReplacement keys or a maximum of15 duplicate keys can be coded.To program a key, cycle ignitionswitch from (3) to (1)
47Seating and safety restraintsAdjusting the head restraintsPush or pull the head restraint tothe desired height. Swivel the head restraint forwardor
48Seating and safety restraintsAdjusting the power seats (if equipped)Move the relevant control in therespective direction to adjust theseat, seatback
Seating and safety restraints49Folding rear seats (if equipped)Pull the release knob located in theluggage compartment. Fold downthe seat. The seatbac
5InstrumentationPage 21ClockPage 19Instrument panel dimmerswitchOn various models theappearance and location ofsome items may differ fromthose shown h
Seating and safety restraints50Important safety restraintsprecautionsThe use of safety belts helps torestrain both driver and passengerin case of a co
Seating and safety restraints51Combination lap and shoulderbeltInsert the tongue into the slot inthe buckle to fasten.Push the red release button andr
Seating and safety restraints52Automatic locking modeIn this mode, the shoulder belt isautomatically prelocked; however,the belt will react to remove
Seating and safety restraints53Using automatic locking modeThe automatic locking mode mustbe used when installing a childsafety seat in any passenger
Seating and safety restraints54Front seat safety belt heightadjustmentTo lower the height of the shoulderbelt:1. Push the control down.2. Slide down.T
Seating and safety restraints55Safety belt indicator light andwarning chimeIlluminates in the instrumentcluster and a chime sounds toremind the occupa
Seating and safety restraints56Conditions of operationIf the driver’s safety belt is notbuckled before the ignition key isturned to on, the safety bel
Seating and safety restraints57Care of safety beltsPeriodically check the belts fordamage or fraying. Check thesecurity of the anchorage pointsand the
Seating and safety restraints58Important supplementalrestraint system (SRS)precautionsThe supplemental restraint systemis designed to:• work with the
Seating and safety restraints59Do not attempt to service,repair, or modify the air bagSupplemental Restraint System orits fuses. See your Ford orLinco
Instrumentation6Turn signalFlashes when the left or right turnsignal or hazard lights areactivated.There are two different instrumentcluster designs.
Seating and safety restraints60How does the air bagsupplemental restraint system(SRS) work?The SRS is designed to activatewhen the vehicle is in a col
Seating and safety restraints61If the air bag is inflated, theair bag will not functionagain and must be replacedimmediately. If the air bag is notrep
Seating and safety restraints62Determining if the system isoperationalThe SRS uses a readiness light inthe instrument cluster or a chimeto indicate th
Seating and safety restraints63Disposal of air bags and air bagequipped vehiclesFor disposal of air bags or air bagequipped vehicles, see your localde
Seating and safety restraints64Safety belts and seats canbecome hot in a vehicle thathas been closed up in sunnyweather; they could burn a smallchild.
Seating and safety restraints65Important child restraintprecautionsYou are required by law to usesafety restraints for children in theU.S. and Canada.
Seating and safety restraints66Children and safety beltsChildren who are too large for childsafety seats (as specified by thechild safety seat manufac
Seating and safety restraints67To improve the fit of lap andshoulder belts on children whohave outgrown child safety seats,Ford recommends use of a be
Seating and safety restraints68Built-in child safety seat (if equipped)The rear seat may include a built-inchild seat. This child seat conformsto all
Seating and safety restraints69Child seat interlock safetyfeatureThe interlock ensures that a childis not placed in the integrated childseat when the
Instrumentation7High beamsIlluminates when the headlamphigh beams are on.Charging systemBriefly illuminates when theignition is turned on and the engi
Seating and safety restraints701. Make sure that the seatback issecurely latched in place.2. Grasp the child seat cushion andpull the top forward to r
Seating and safety restraints714. If connected, squeeze the tabson the top and bottom of the chestclip and pull the halves apart toopen the chest clip
Seating and safety restraints727. Fasten both halves of the chestclip below the child’s shoulders andadjust it to comfortably hold theshoulder belts i
Seating and safety restraints73To stow the built-in child seatReturn the child seat cushion tothe upright position, then pressfirmly in the center and
Seating and safety restraints74Carefully follow all of themanufacturer’s instructionsincluded with the safety seat youput in your vehicle. If you do n
Seating and safety restraints752. Pull down on the shoulder beltand then grasp the shoulder beltand lap belt together.3. While holding the shoulder an
Seating and safety restraints765. To put the retractor in theautomatic locking mode, grasp theshoulder portion of the belt andpull downward until all
Seating and safety restraints778. Allow the safety belt to retract toremove any slack in the belt.9. Before placing the child in theseat, forcibly til
Seating and safety restraints78To install a tether from a childsafety seat in the front seat, routethe tether strap under the vehicleseat head restrai
79StartingExtended idling at highengine speeds can producevery high temperatures in theengine and exhaust system,creating the risk of fire or otherdam
Instrumentation8Low coolant (if equipped)Briely illuminates when the ignitionis turned on and the engine is off.Illuminates when the enginecoolant lev
Starting80IMPORTANT VENTILATIONINFORMATIONIf the engine is idling while thevehicle is stopped in an open areafor long periods of time, open thewindows
Starting81Improve vehicle ventilation bykeeping all air inlet vents clear ofsnow, leaves and other debris.Guarding against exhaustfumesAlthough odorle
Starting82PREPARING TO START THEVEHICLEEngine starting is controlled by thespark ignition system. This systemmeets all Canadian Interference-Causing E
Starting83If starting a vehicle with anautomatic transaxle:• Make sure the parking brake isset.• Make sure the gearshift is in P(Park).If starting a v
Starting843. Turn the key to the on position(without turning the key to start).Make sure the following lightsilluminate briefly. If a light fails toil
Starting85STARTING THE ENGINE1. Turn the key to the startposition (4) without pressing theaccelerator pedal and release assoon as the engine starts.
Starting86USING THE ENGINE BLOCKHEATER (if equipped)An engine block heater warms theengine coolant, which improvesstarting, warms up the enginefaster
87DrivingBRAKESYour brakes are self-adjusting.Refer to the “Service Guide” formaintenance intervals.Anti-lock braking system (ABS)(if equipped)The ABS
88Two importantrules whenbraking inemergencies withABS:1.Apply full forceon both brakeand clutch pedal(if equipped).Braking with ABS• In an emergency,
Driving89Parking brakeTo engage the parking brake:Pull the handle upward.To release the parking brake:1. Press and hold the releasebutton.2. Pull the
Instrumentation9O/D Off indicator(Automatic transaxle only)Illuminates and remainsilluminated when the transaxlecontrol switch (TCS) on the end ofthe
Driving90Automatic transaxle(if equipped)Vehicles equipped with anautomatic transaxle are equippedwith a brake-shift interlock featurethat prevents th
Driving915. Push and hold the thumb buttonand move the gearshift.6. Remove the screwdriver whenthe gearshift moves from the P(Park) position.Overridin
Driving92The console-mounted gearshift willlock when you turn the key to thelock position. When the gearshift isin any position except P (Park),the ig
Driving93• D (Overdrive)Note that the vehicle’s gearshift isconsole-mounted on the floor. Thetransaxle control switch (TCS) islocated on the gearshift
Driving94• D (Drive)D (Drive) provides more enginebraking than overdrive and isuseful when driving through hillyterrain or if your vehicle requiresadd
Driving95• 1 (First)Use the 1 (First) position toprovide maximum engine brakingon steep downgrades. Upshifts willnot occur while the gearshift leverre
Driving96Manual transaxle (if equipped)Vehicles equipped with a manualtransaxle have a starter interlockthat prevents cranking the engineunless the cl
Driving9722Recommended shift speeds2.0 litre engine 5-speed transaxleshift speed schedulesRecommendedupshifts:Shift from km/h mph14253348405377mph1220
Driving98Parking1. Apply the brake and the clutchand shift into neutral.2. Engage the parking brake.3. Shift into 1 (First) or R(Reverse).4. Turn the
Driving99LOADING YOUR VEHICLEBefore loading your vehicle,familiarize yourself with theseterms.GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)Base curb weight plus the payl
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