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Ford 1999 Escort - User Manual

Ford 1999 Escort
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Before driving
Introduction 2
Instrumentation 3
Controls and features 14
Seating and safety restraints 61
Starting and driving
Starting 83
Driving 89
Roadside emergencies 105
Servicing
Maintenance and care 123
Capacities and specifications 174
Customer assistance 181
Reporting safety defects 193
Index 194
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Contents
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Table of Contents

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Summary

Introduction

Instrumentation

Instrument Cluster Overview

Details the main dashboard layout including gauges, indicators, and primary controls.

Warning Lights and Chimes

Explains the meaning of dashboard warning lights and audible chimes for vehicle status.

Gauges and Indicators

Describes the function of fuel, coolant, speed, odometer, and tachometer gauges.

Controls and features

Driver Controls and Ergonomics

Covers steering wheel, panel dimmer, mirrors, door locks, windows, and remote entry.

Audio System Operation

Details volume, tuning, presets, tape, CD controls, and speaker adjustments.

Climate Control System

Explains operation of heating, fan speed, temperature, and air direction controls.

Lighting, Signals, and Speed Control

Covers headlamps, foglamps, DRLs, turn signals, and cruise control system.

Wipers, Washers, and Moon Roof Controls

Describes operation of windshield wipers, washers, and moon roof features.

Seating and safety restraints

Seat Adjustments

Covers head restraints, manual seat adjustment, and folding rear seats.

Safety Belt Usage and Maintenance

Provides precautions, belt types, and maintenance guidelines for occupant safety.

Air Bag System and Child Restraints

Explains SRS precautions, children's safety, and air bag system operation.

Starting

Vehicle Preparation for Starting

Covers pre-start checks like seatbelts, accessories, and parking brake.

Engine Starting Procedure

Details the steps for starting the engine, including key positions and conditions.

Engine Block Heater and Exhaust Fumes Safety

Provides safety information on engine block heaters and hazardous exhaust fumes.

Driving

Brakes, ABS, and Steering Systems

Explains brake operation, ABS, warning lamps, and power steering system.

Transaxle Operation and Gearshift Positions

Covers manual/automatic transaxle, clutch use, and gearshift positions.

Vehicle Loading and Towing Guidelines

Details vehicle weight limits, loading, and trailer towing recommendations.

Roadside emergencies

Hazard Flashers, Fuel Pump Reset, and Fuses

Covers hazard flashers, fuel pump reset procedure, and fuse/relay information.

Tire Changing and Jump Starting

Provides procedures for changing a tire and jump starting a vehicle.

Towing Procedures

Details wrecker towing and towing the vehicle behind another vehicle.

Maintenance and care

Vehicle Servicing Precautions and Component Identification

Covers safety precautions, working with engine off/on, and identifying engine components.

Fluid Checks and Replacements

Details checking/adding brake, coolant, oil, washer, steering, and transmission fluids.

Battery, Filters, and Tire Maintenance

Covers battery care, air filter replacement, and tire servicing.

Fuel System and Emission Control

Provides information on fuel handling, octane, economy, and emission systems.

Lighting and Headlamp Aiming

Covers exterior/interior bulb replacement and headlamp adjustment procedures.

Capacities and specifications

Part Numbers and Fluid Capacities

Lists recommended Motorcraft part numbers and fluid refill capacities.

Lubricant Specifications and Engine Data

Details lubricant specifications, engine oil, and engine performance data.

Vehicle Dimensions and Identification

Provides vehicle dimensions and information on VIN and certification labels.

Customer assistance

Roadside Assistance and Dealership Service

Details roadside assistance services and how to get dealership service.

Extended Service Plan and Warranty Support

Explains Ford ESP coverage and warranty support options.

Dispute Resolution and Safety Defect Reporting

Covers warranty dispute resolution and reporting vehicle safety defects.

Reporting safety defects

Summary

Introduction

Instrumentation

Instrument Cluster Overview

Details the main dashboard layout including gauges, indicators, and primary controls.

Warning Lights and Chimes

Explains the meaning of dashboard warning lights and audible chimes for vehicle status.

Gauges and Indicators

Describes the function of fuel, coolant, speed, odometer, and tachometer gauges.

Controls and features

Driver Controls and Ergonomics

Covers steering wheel, panel dimmer, mirrors, door locks, windows, and remote entry.

Audio System Operation

Details volume, tuning, presets, tape, CD controls, and speaker adjustments.

Climate Control System

Explains operation of heating, fan speed, temperature, and air direction controls.

Lighting, Signals, and Speed Control

Covers headlamps, foglamps, DRLs, turn signals, and cruise control system.

Wipers, Washers, and Moon Roof Controls

Describes operation of windshield wipers, washers, and moon roof features.

Seating and safety restraints

Seat Adjustments

Covers head restraints, manual seat adjustment, and folding rear seats.

Safety Belt Usage and Maintenance

Provides precautions, belt types, and maintenance guidelines for occupant safety.

Air Bag System and Child Restraints

Explains SRS precautions, children's safety, and air bag system operation.

Starting

Vehicle Preparation for Starting

Covers pre-start checks like seatbelts, accessories, and parking brake.

Engine Starting Procedure

Details the steps for starting the engine, including key positions and conditions.

Engine Block Heater and Exhaust Fumes Safety

Provides safety information on engine block heaters and hazardous exhaust fumes.

Driving

Brakes, ABS, and Steering Systems

Explains brake operation, ABS, warning lamps, and power steering system.

Transaxle Operation and Gearshift Positions

Covers manual/automatic transaxle, clutch use, and gearshift positions.

Vehicle Loading and Towing Guidelines

Details vehicle weight limits, loading, and trailer towing recommendations.

Roadside emergencies

Hazard Flashers, Fuel Pump Reset, and Fuses

Covers hazard flashers, fuel pump reset procedure, and fuse/relay information.

Tire Changing and Jump Starting

Provides procedures for changing a tire and jump starting a vehicle.

Towing Procedures

Details wrecker towing and towing the vehicle behind another vehicle.

Maintenance and care

Vehicle Servicing Precautions and Component Identification

Covers safety precautions, working with engine off/on, and identifying engine components.

Fluid Checks and Replacements

Details checking/adding brake, coolant, oil, washer, steering, and transmission fluids.

Battery, Filters, and Tire Maintenance

Covers battery care, air filter replacement, and tire servicing.

Fuel System and Emission Control

Provides information on fuel handling, octane, economy, and emission systems.

Lighting and Headlamp Aiming

Covers exterior/interior bulb replacement and headlamp adjustment procedures.

Capacities and specifications

Part Numbers and Fluid Capacities

Lists recommended Motorcraft part numbers and fluid refill capacities.

Lubricant Specifications and Engine Data

Details lubricant specifications, engine oil, and engine performance data.

Vehicle Dimensions and Identification

Provides vehicle dimensions and information on VIN and certification labels.

Customer assistance

Roadside Assistance and Dealership Service

Details roadside assistance services and how to get dealership service.

Extended Service Plan and Warranty Support

Explains Ford ESP coverage and warranty support options.

Dispute Resolution and Safety Defect Reporting

Covers warranty dispute resolution and reporting vehicle safety defects.

Reporting safety defects

Ford 1999 Escort Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandFord
Model1999 Escort
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

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