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2.
Block
the
wheels
to
prevent
the
vehicle
from
moving
unexpectedly
.
Do
not
start
your
engine
with
the
air
cleaner
removed
and
do
not
remove
it
while
the
engine
is
running.
OPENING
THE
HOOD
1.
Inside
the
vehicle,
pull
the
hood
release
handle
located
under
the
bottom
left
corner
of
the
instrument
panel.
1
24
R
3
5
Maintenance
and
care
127
126
128
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1
Introduction
2
Icons
2
Breaking-In Your Vehicle
2
Warnings
2
Instrumentation
3
Climate Control System
5
Warning Lights and Chimes
6
Base Instrument Cluster
6
Sport Instrument Cluster
6
ZX2 Coupe Instrument Cluster
6
Service Engine Soon
7
Low Fuel
7
Light Is Blinking
8
Air Bag Readiness
8
Safety Belt
8
Brake System Warning
8
Shift Indicator Light
9
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
9
Turn Signal
9
High Beams
9
Safety Belt Warning Chime
10
Liftgate Ajar
10
Engine Oil Pressure
10
Charging System
10
Gauges
11
Base Instrument Cluster Gauges
11
Sport Instrument Cluster Gauges
11
ZX2 Coupe Instrument Cluster Gauges
11
Fuel Gauge
12
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
12
Tachometer
13
Odometer
13
Speedometer
13
Trip Odometer
13
Panel Dimmer Control
14
Sedan/Wagon
14
Power Side View Mirrors
14
Controls and Features
14
Trunk Remote Control
15
Using Your Audio System
15
AM/FM Stereo
15
AM/FM Select in Radio Mode
16
Volume/Power Control
16
AM/FM Select
16
Tune Adjust
17
Tune Adjust in Radio Mode
17
Seek Function
17
Scan Function
17
Scan Function in Radio Mode
18
Radio Station Memory Preset
18
Setting Memory Preset Stations
18
Bass/Treble Adjust
18
Speaker Balance/Fade Adjust
19
Setting the Clock
19
AM/FM Stereo/Cassette
20
Seek Function in Radio Mode
22
Seek Function in Tape Mode
22
Scan Function in Tape Mode
22
Inserting a Tape
24
Tape Play Select
24
Rewind
24
Fast Forward
24
Dolby Noise Reduction
25
Eject Function
25
Premium AM/FM Stereo/Cassette/ Premium Sound
26
Tape Side Select
32
Shuffle Feature
33
CD Changer
34
Troubleshooting the CD Changer
35
If Sound Skips
35
If Your Changer Does Not Work
35
Cleaning Compact Discs
35
Radio Frequency Information
36
Cleaning Cassette Player
36
Cassette and Cassette Player Care
36
CD and CD Changer Care
36
Climate Control System
37
Heater Only System
37
Fan Speed Control
37
Mode Selector Control
38
Operating Tips
38
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System
39
Temperature Control Knob
39
Max A/C
40
A/C
40
Rear Window Defroster
42
Positions of the Ignition
42
Headlamp Control
42
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
43
Flash to Pass
43
Turn Signal Control
43
Foglamp Control
44
Speed Control
44
To Turn Speed Control on
44
To Turn Speed Control off
45
To Set a Speed
45
To Set a Higher Set Speed
46
To Set a Lower Set Speed
46
To Disengage Speed Control
47
To Return to a Previously Set Speed
48
Tilt Steering
48
Hazard Flasher
48
Windshield Wiper and Washer
49
Sliding Shade
50
Moon Roof
50
Rear Window Wiper/Washer Controls
50
Interior Lamps
51
Map Lamps
51
Power Door Locks
52
Childproof Door Locks
52
Power Windows
53
Express down
53
Positive Retention Floor Mat
54
Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
54
Cargo Cover
54
Remote Entry System
55
Unlocking the Doors
55
Locking the Doors
56
Opening the Trunk
56
Sounding a Panic Alarm
57
Replacing the Battery
57
Anti-Theft System
58
Replacing Lost Transmitters
58
Illuminated Entry
58
Disarming an Untriggered Anti-Theft System
59
Disarming the Anti-Theft System
59
Identifying an Armed System
59
Arming the Anti-Theft System
59
Disarming a Triggered Anti-Theft System
60
Adjustable Head Restraints
61
Seating and Safety Restraints
61
Adjusting the Front Manual Seat
62
Driver Seat Memory Recliner
63
Folding Rear Seats
64
Folding down the Rear Seats
64
Returning the Seat to the Upright Position
64
Safety Restraints
65
Safety Restraints Precautions
65
Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
66
Automatic Locking Mode
66
When to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
66
How to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
67
How to Disengage the Automatic Locking Mode
67
Front Safety Belt Height Adjustment
68
Lap Belts
68
Adjusting the Lap Belt
68
Safety Belt Warning Light and Indicator Chime
69
Safety Belt Extension Assembly
69
Safety Belt Maintenance
70
Conditions of Operation
70
Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)
71
Important Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Precautions
71
Children and Air Bags
73
How Does the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System Work?
73
Safety Restraints for Children
75
Important Child Restraint Precautions
75
Disposal of Air Bags and Air Bag Equipped Vehicles
75
Determining if the System Is Operational
75
Children and Safety Belts
76
Safety Seats for Children
77
Child and Infant or Child Safety Seats
77
When Installing a Child Safety Seat
77
Attaching Safety Seats with Tether Straps
80
Tether Anchorage Hardware (Coupe)
80
Tether Anchorage Hardware (Sedan/Wagon)
81
Before Starting the Vehicle
83
Preparing to Start Your Vehicle
83
Important Safety Precautions
83
Starting
83
Starting the Engine
86
Using the Engine Block Heater
87
Guarding against Exhaust Fumes
87
Important Ventilating Information
88
Brakes
89
ABS Warning Lamp
89
Driving
89
Using ABS
90
Parking Brake
90
Steering
91
Using the Clutch
92
Manual Transaxle
92
Transaxle Operation
92
Parking Your Vehicle
93
Recommended Shift Speeds
94
Upshift According to the Following Charts for Best Fuel Economy
94
Reverse
95
Automatic Transaxle
95
Brake-Shift Interlock
95
Understanding Gearshift Positions
97
Payload
100
Vehicle Loading
100
Base Curb Weight
100
Driving through Water
102
Trailer Towing
102
Preparing to Tow
103
Hitches
103
Safety Chains
103
Trailer Brakes
103
Luggage Rack
104
Trailer Towing Tips
104
Servicing after Towing
104
Driving While You Tow
104
Resetting the Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
105
Roadside Emergencies
105
Fuses
107
Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color
107
Coupe
108
Power Distribution Box
110
When Driving with the Temporary Spare Tire Do Not
113
Relays
113
Changing the Tires
113
Temporary Spare Tire Information
113
Tire Change Procedure
114
Jump Starting Your Vehicle
117
Preparing Your Vehicle
117
Connecting the Jumper Cables
118
Jump Starting
120
Removing the Jumper Cables
120
Wrecker Towing
122
Towing Behind Another Vehicle
122
Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
123
Service Recommendations
123
To Help You Service Your Vehicle
123
Maintenance and Care
123
Working with the Engine on
125
Opening the Hood
127
Identifying Components in the Engine Compartment
129
2.0L SOHC I4 Engine
129
2.0L DOHC Zetec Engine
130
Adding Engine Oil
132
Engine Oil and Filter Recommendations
133
Brake Fluid
134
Checking and Adding Brake Fluid
134
Clutch Fluid
135
Windshield Washer Fluid
136
Checking and Adding Washer Fluid
136
Checking and Adding Washer Fluid for the Liftgate
137
Engine Coolant
137
Adding Engine Coolant
138
Coolant Refill Capacity
139
Recycled Engine Coolant
139
Severe Winter Climate
140
Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid
140
Transmission Fluid
141
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid
141
Low Fluid Level
142
Correct Fluid Level
142
High Fluid Level
142
Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels
142
Checking and Adding Manual Transmission Fluid
143
Battery
144
Air Filter Maintenance
146
Changing the Air Filter Element
146
Windshield Wiper Blades
147
Checking the Wiper Blades
147
Changing the Wiper Blades
147
To Replace the Wiper Blades
147
Information about Tire Quality Grades
148
Treadwear
148
Traction AA a B C
148
Tire Rotation
149
Checking the Tire Pressure
149
Servicing Your Tires
149
Temperature a B C
149
Replacing the Tires
150
Snow Tires and Chains
151
What You Should Know about Automotive Fuels
152
Fuel Filler Cap
154
When Fueling Your Vehicle
154
Choosing the Right Fuel
154
Running out of Fuel
155
Octane Recommendations
155
Cleaner Air
155
Fuel Quality
155
Fuel Filter
156
Essentials of Good Fuel Economy
156
Measuring Techniques
156
Filling the Tank
156
Calculating Fuel Economy
157
Driving Style — Good Driving and Fuel Economy Habits
157
Habits
157
Maintenance
158
Conditions
158
Emission Control System
159
EPA Window Sticker
159
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
160
Exterior Bulbs
161
Replacing Exterior Bulbs
161
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs
162
To Install the Brakelamp Bulb
164
To Remove the Brakelamp Bulb
164
High-Mount Brakelamp Bulbs
164
Replacing Foglamp Bulbs
164
Tail Lamp/Rear Turn Signal Lamp Bulbs-Except Wagon
165
Tail Lamps/Rear Turn Signal Lamp Bulbs-Wagon
166
Interior Bulbs
167
Dome Lamp
167
Using the Right Bulbs
167
Aiming the Headlamps
168
Horizontal Aim Adjustment
168
Vertical Aim Adjustment
169
Cleaning and Caring for Your Vehicle
169
Waxing Your Vehicle
170
Repairing Paint Chips
170
Washing Your Vehicle
170
Cleaning the Wheels
171
Cleaning the Engine
171
Cleaning Plastic Exterior Parts
172
Cleaning the Exterior Lamps
172
Cleaning the Wiper Blades and Windshield
172
Cleaning the Instrument Panel
172
Cleaning and Maintaining the Safety Belts
173
Cleaning Leather Seats
173
Cleaning the Interior Fabric
173
Motocraft Part Numbers
174
Refill Capacities
174
Capacities and Specifications
174
Lubricant Specifications
175
Engine Data
176
Vehicle Dimensions
177
Engine Number
180
Vehicle Identification Number
180
Certification Label
180
Identifying Your Vehicle
180
Getting Roadside Assistance
181
Using Roadside Assistance
181
Customer Assistance
181
Ford Extended Service Plan
182
Reporting Safety Defects
193
Index
194
Filling Station Information
200
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Brand
Ford
Model
1999 Escort
Category
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Language
English
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