User manual FORD ESCORT-2002

[. . . ] Table of Contents Introduction Congratulations Safety and environment protection Symbol glossary 4 4 5 8 Instrument Cluster Warning and control lights Gauges 10 10 15 Entertainment Systems AM/FM stereo cassette AM/FM stereo cassette (CD changer compatible) CD changer 18 18 24 33 Climate Controls Heater only Manual heating and air conditioning 37 37 38 Lights Headlamps Bulb replacement 42 42 47 Driver Controls Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors 53 54 55 56 Locks and Security Keys Locks Anti-theft system 63 63 63 65 1 Table of Contents Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Air bags Child restraints 72 72 75 85 89 Driving Starting Brakes Transmission operation Vehicle loading Trailer towing 97 97 102 105 113 115 Roadside Emergencies Hazard flasher switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Jump starting Wrecker towing 118 119 121 128 132 137 Customer Assistance The dispute settlement board Utilizing the mediation/arbitration Getting assistance outside the U. S. and Canada Ordering additional owner's literature Reporting safety defects (U. S. only) 138 141 144 144 145 147 Cleaning Cleaning your vehicle Underbody preservation 148 148 154 2 Table of Contents Maintenance and Specifications Hood Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Fuel information Air filter(s) Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications Engine data Vehicle dimensions 156 160 161 164 167 175 190 195 195 196 198 198 Accessories Index 202 205 All rights reserved. Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. [. . . ] This fourth gear will increase your fuel economy when you travel at cruising speeds P R N D D L Overdrive may not be appropriate for certain terrains. If the transaxle shifts back and forth between third and fourth gears while you are driving hilly roads or if your vehicle requires additional power for climbing hills, shift into D (Drive). 108 Driving D (Drive) D (Drive) eliminates the needless shifting between third and fourth gears that your vehicle may do when driving in hilly terrain. It also gives more engine braking than overdrive to slow your vehicle on downgrades. P R N D D L L (Low) Use L (Low) when added engine braking is desired or when descending steep hills. P R N D D L The automatic transaxle will shift into the proper gear to ascend any grade without any need to shift to L (Low). upshift from L (Low) to When parking, do not use the gearshift in place of the parking brake. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in Park (P). If you do not take these precautions, your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone. 109 Driving Using the clutch Vehicles equipped with a manual transaxle have a starter interrupt interlock that prevents cranking of the engine unless the clutch pedal is depressed. Put the gearshift lever in the neutral position. 1 2 3 4 5 R 2. Turn the ignition key to 4 3 (START), then let the engine idle for a few seconds. Release the brake pedal, then ON C II 4 slowly release the clutch pedal while pressing down slowly on the accelerator pedal. Do not drive with your foot resting 1 on the clutch pedal and do not use the clutch pedal to hold your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on a hill. These actions will seriously reduce clutch life. ART ST III 110 CK O0 L AC I Driving Parking your vehicle 1. Apply the brake and shift into the neutral position. 1 2 3 4 5 R 2. Turn engine off and remove the key. 3 2 CK O0 AC I C ON II 4 ART ST III 1 Do not park your vehicle in Neutral, it may move unexpectedly and injure someone. Use 1 (First) gear and set the parking brake fully. Recommended shift speeds Upshift according to the following charts for best fuel economy: Coupe Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for best fuel economy) 1-2 21 km/h 2-3 40 km/h 3-4 53 km/h 4-5 70 km/h (13 (25 (33 (44 mph) mph) mph) mph) Coupe Upshifts when cruising (recommended for best fuel economy) 1-2 18 km/h (11 mph) 2-3 32 km/h (20 mph) 3-4 46 km/h (29 mph) 4-5 61 km/h (38 mph) Reverse Make sure that your vehicle is at a complete stop before you shift into R (Reverse). Failure to do so may damage the transaxle. 112 L Driving Put the gearshift lever into the neutral position and wait at least three seconds before shifting into R (Reverse). 1 2 3 4 5 R You can shift into R (Reverse) only by moving the gearshift lever from left of 3 (Third) and 4 (Fourth) gears before you shift into R (Reverse). This is a special lockout feature which prevents you from shifting into R (Reverse) when you downshift from 5 (Fifth). DRIVING THROUGH WATER Do not drive 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 driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable, proceed very slowly. Never drive through water that is higher than the bottom of the hubs (for trucks) or the bottom of the wheel rims (for cars). Drying can be improved by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. [. . . ] If you hear the chains rub or bang against your vehicle, stop and re-tighten the chains. If this does not work, remove the chains to prevent damage to your vehicle. · The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage. Do not remove these components from your vehicle when using snow tires and chains. 194 Maintenance and Specifications MOTOCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component Air filter element Fuel filter Battery Oil filter PCV valve Spark plugs* 2. 0L SOHC I4 engine FA-1643 FG-862 BXT-58 FL-400­S EV-244 AGSF-34EE** 2. 0L DOHC Zetec engine FA-1643 FG-862 BXT-58 FL-2005 EV-239A AZFS-32FE** * Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) decal for spark plug gap information. [. . . ]