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Ford Aspire User Manual

Ford Aspire
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[PI00100(ALL)09/95]
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Update:Wed Jan 24 14:27:34 1996
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Ford Aspire Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandFord
ModelAspire
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introductory Information

Things to Know About Using This Guide

General guidance on how to use the owner's manual and understand its content.

Finding Information in This Guide

Methods to locate specific information within the manual, such as indexes and table of contents.

Breaking Your Vehicle In

Guidance on the initial break-in period for a new vehicle's components and operation.

Safety Restraints

Important Safety Belt Information

Essential details on the proper use and importance of safety belts for occupant protection.

Safety Seats for Children

Guidelines for selecting and properly installing child safety seats in the vehicle.

Starting Your Vehicle

Preparing to Start Your Vehicle

Steps to take before starting the vehicle's engine to ensure safety and proper operation.

Starting Your Engine

Instructions on how to start the vehicle's engine correctly.

Warning Lights and Gauges

Brake System Warning Light

Details on the brake system warning light and its potential causes.

Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light

Explanation of the engine oil pressure warning light and actions to take if it illuminates.

Check Engine Warning Light

Information on the check engine light, its meaning, and when to seek service.

Anti-lock Brake System Warning Light (If equipped)

Details on the ABS warning light and when to have the braking system checked.

Instrument Panel Controls

The Climate Control Systems

Overview of the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system controls.

Interior Lights

Information on operating interior lights, including instrument panel dimming and courtesy lamps.

Steering Column Controls

The Turn Signal Lever

How to operate the turn signal lever for signaling turns and flashing lights.

Windshield Wipers and Washer

Operation of the windshield wipers and washer system.

Features

Doors

Methods for locking and unlocking the vehicle's doors using the key or interior lock buttons.

Seats

Instructions for adjusting front seats, seatback recline, and accessing the rear seat.

Electronic Stereo and Stereo Cassette Radios

Using the Controls on Your New Radio

Basic operation of the radio, including turning it on/off and adjusting volume levels.

Clock Operation

How to view and set the vehicle's clock on the electronic radio.

Driving Your Aspire

Driving With an Automatic Transaxle (If equipped)

How to select drive gears in an automatic transaxle vehicle for normal and manual control.

Driving With a Manual Transaxle (If equipped)

Proper use of the clutch pedal and shifting gears in a manual transaxle vehicle.

Brakes

How to apply the vehicle's brakes, including techniques for smooth deceleration.

Roadside Emergencies

Jump-Starting Your Vehicle

Step-by-step instructions for safely jump-starting a vehicle with a discharged battery.

Changing a Tire

Procedures for safely changing a flat tire, including using the spare tire.

Customer Assistance

Roadside Assistance

Overview of the 24-hour roadside assistance program and its covered services.

Service/Maintenance Concerns (U.S. or Canada)

Ford's recommendations for vehicle service and where to seek assistance.

Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)

How to report vehicle safety defects to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

Servicing Your Aspire

Service Made Easy

Ford's approach to making vehicle servicing straightforward and user-friendly.

Engine Oil Recommendations

Recommended types of engine oil and their specifications for optimal performance.

Tires

How to inspect tire treads and sidewalls for wear and damage.

Fuses

Location and procedure for accessing and replacing fuses in the main fuse block.

Vehicle Storage

Maintenance Tips

General recommendations for storing vehicles for extended periods.

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