Ford ZD Escape Series - Status After a Collision; Inspecting Safety System Components

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Status after a collision

INSPECTING SAFETY

SYSTEM COMPONENTS

Seat belts

Belts subjected to strain, as a result of

an accident, should be renewed and

the anchorages checked by a properly

trained technician.

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Table of Contents1
About this Handbook4
Symbols Glossary4
Parts and Accessories5
Protection Features for Safer Driving6
Safety from Electronics6
Running in6
Special Notes7
Quick Start8
Child Safety13
Child Restraints13
Protecting Larger Children18
Child Safety Locks19
Occupant Protection20
Principle of Operation20
Fastening the Seat Belts22
Using Seat Belts During Pregnancy24
Emergency Locking Mode24
Automatic Locking Mode25
Seat Belt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime26
Keys and Remote Controls27
General Information on Radio Frequencies27
Changing the Remote Control Battery27
Locks28
Locking and Unlocking28
Engine Immobiliser31
Principle of Operation31
Coded Keys31
Securilock™ Passive Anti-Theft System31
Principle of Operation32
Arming the Alarm32
Disarming the Alarm32
Steering Wheel33
Adjusting the Steering Wheel33
Audio Controls33
Wipers and Washers35
Windscreen Wipers35
Windscreen Washers35
Rear Window Wiper/Washer35
Checking the Wiper Blades36
Changing the Wiper Blades36
Lighting37
Lighting Control37
Front Fog Lamps37
Hazard Warning Flashers38
Direction Indicators38
Interior Lamps39
Changing a Bulb39
Bulb Specification Chart44
Windows and Mirrors45
Electric Windows45
Electric Exterior Mirrors46
Liftgate Glass47
Instruments48
Gauges48
Warning Lamps and Indicators50
Audible Warnings and Indicators52
Climate Control53
General Notes53
Automatic Climate Control56
Rear Window Demister60
Seats61
Sitting in the Correct Position61
Front Seats61
Head Restraints63
Rear Seats63
Convenience Features69
Clock69
Instrument Lighting Dimmer69
Auxiliary Power Outlets (12V)69
Cup Holders69
Cigar Lighter70
Starting the Engine71
General Information71
Ignition Switch71
Steering Wheel Lock71
Starting a Petrol Engine71
Fuel and Refuelling73
Safety Precautions73
Fuel Quality - Petrol73
Catalytic Converter73
Fuel Filler Flap73
Refuelling74
Fuel Consumption74
Transmission76
Automatic Transaxle (Transmission)76
Four Wheel Drive (4X4) System78
Brakes80
Principle of Operation80
Hints on Driving with ABS80
Parking Brake80
Cruise Control81
Principle of Operation81
Using Cruise Control81
Load Carrying83
General Information83
Roof Racks and Load Carriers83
Cargo Cover86
Luggage Stowage87
Towing88
Towing a Trailer88
Driving Hints90
Running in90
Reduced Engine Performance90
Driving off Road90
Maintenance and Modifications93
Status after a Collision95
Inspecting Safety System Components95
Fuses96
Changing a Fuse96
Fuse Specification Chart98
Vehicle Recovery102
Towing Points102
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels102
Transporting the Vehicle103
Maintenance104
General Information104
Opening and Closing the Bonnet105
Engine Compartment Overview106
L DOHC 4 Cylinder Engine106
Engine Oil Check107
Engine Coolant Check108
Brake Fluid Check109
Power Steering Fluid Check110
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check111
Washer Fluid Check112
Vehicle Care113
Cleaning the Exterior113
Cleaning the Interior113
Repairing Minor Paint Damage114
Vehicle Battery115
Battery Care115
Using Booster Cables115
Wheels and Tyres117
General Information117
Changing a Road Wheel117
Tyre Care120
Technical Specifications121
Vehicle Identification122
Vehicle Identification Plate122
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)122
Technical Specifications123
Audio125
Important Audio Information125
Audio Unit126
Anti Theft System127
Power, Volume, Sound and Mode Controls128
Clock130
Operating the Radio131
Operating the Compact Disc (CD) Player132
Change of Ownership135
Index141

Ford ZD Escape Series - Status After a Collision; Inspecting Safety System Components

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