User manual FORD KA BROCHURE

[. . . ] It is dedication to learning what you want, determination to develop the right concept, and execution of that concept with care, precision, and attention to detail. In short, excellence means being the standard by which others are judged. Our Guiding Principles u Quality comes first. For your satisfaction, the quality of our products and services must be our number one priority. work must be done with you in mind, providing better products and services than our competition. u You are the focus of everything we do. [. . . ] Set the parking brake fully before removing your foot from the service brake. (This will avoid "binding" or "loading" the park gear if you park on a grade. ) Turn the ignition key to LOCK. RWARNING Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P (Park). RWARNING Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or pets unattended in your vehicle. 3. 4. 161 Driving Brakes Front Disc Brakes The front disc brakes are self-adjusting. They do not require service other than periodic inspection for pad wear. Rear Drum Brakes The rear drum brakes are self-adjusting. Automatic adjustment occurs when the brakes are applied while "backing up. " If normal operation does not include much backing, adjust the brakes when they seem "low, " using the procedure under If Brakes Do Not Grip Well or Pedal is "Low" in this chapter. Hydraulic Power Brakes The hydraulic brake system is made up of two independent hydraulic circuits. One hydraulic circuit supplies fluid to the front disc brakes and the other hydraulic circuit supplies fluid to the rear drum brakes. These two circuits are supplied by a common hydraulic brake fluid reservoir, with a fluid level sensor. The brake light in the instrument cluster will light for low brake fluid in the common brake fluid reservoir. RWARNING An increase in pedal travel will result in reduced braking capability. To release the parking brake, press the brake pedal with your right foot, depress the release button in the parking brake lever while pulling up on the lever, and then lower the lever all the way to the floor. 166 Parking Brake RWARNING Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P (Park). RWARNING If the parking brake is fully released, but the Brake System light remains on, have the brakes checked immediately. The parking brake is not designed to stop a moving vehicle, but you can use the parking brake to stop your vehicle in an emergency if the normal brakes fail. However, since the parking brake applies only the rear brakes, the stopping distance will increase greatly and the handling of your vehicle will be adversely affected. 167 Steering Your Vehicle Your vehicle comes with power steering. Power steering uses energy from the engine to help steer your vehicle. If the amount of effort needed to steer your vehicle changes at a constant vehicle speed, have the power steering system checked. If the power steering system breaks down (or if the engine is turned off), you can steer the vehicle manually but it takes more effort. Never hold the steering wheel to the extreme right or left for more than five seconds if the engine is running. NOTE: After any severe impact such as striking large potholes, sliding into curbs on icy roads, or a collision involving the front end, observe the steering wheel alignment. If the spokes of the steering wheel seem to be in a different position while going straight down the road, have the front suspension and steering checked for possible damage. Automatic Transmission Operation (4R44E/5R55E) If your vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission, it will be either a four speed overdrive transmission (4R44E) or a five speed overdrive transmission (5R55E). All 3. 0L engines use the 4R44E transmission, while all 4. 0L engines use the 5R55E transmission. [. . . ] In addition, each accessory is made from high quality materials and meets or exceeds Ford's rigid engineering and safety specifications. That is why Ford brand accessories are warranted for up to 3 years or 36, 000 miles (60, 000 km), whichever comes first. See your dealer for complete warranty information and accessory availability. 257 258 NOTE: When adding accessories, equipment, passengers, and luggage to your vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of the front or rear axle (GVWR, GAWR as shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label). NOTE: The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) or the Canadian Radio Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) regulates the use of mobile communications systems -- such as two-way radios, telephones, and theft alarms -- that are equipped with radio transmitters. [. . . ]