Ford Escort 1997 User Manual

BEFORE DRIVING
Introduction 2
Instrumentation 4
Controls and Features 15
Seating and Safety restraints 53
STARTING AND DRIVING
Starting 85
Driving 93
Roadside Emergencies 107
SERVICING
Maintenance and Care 124
Capacities and Specifications 179
Reporting Safety Defects 186
Index 187
Contents
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Ford Escort 1997 Specifications

General

Brand	Ford
Model	Escort 1997
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

BEFORE DRIVING

Introduction to Your Vehicle

Explains vehicle icons, warnings, and break-in period.

Breaking-in Your Vehicle

Details the initial driving period and adjustments for a new vehicle.

Vehicle Instrumentation

Details dashboard layout, gauges, and warning lights.

Vehicle Controls and Features

Describes various vehicle controls and functions.

STARTING AND DRIVING

Vehicle Starting Procedures

Covers engine starting procedures, conditions, and preparation.

Driving Your Vehicle

Explains driving techniques, brakes, ABS, parking brake, and transmissions.

SERVICING

Vehicle Maintenance and Care

Provides guidance on routine maintenance, fluid checks, and component replacement.

Vehicle Capacities and Specifications

Lists vehicle capacities, Motorcraft part numbers, and engine data.

Reporting Safety Defects

Explains how to report vehicle safety defects to NHTSA and Ford.