About this guide Introduction The workshop manual is written in a new format to meet the needs of Ford technicians around the world. The ultimate goal is to use common formats and have...
Health and Precautions Introduction Most procedures related to car repair and maintenance involve physical or other health hazards. This subsection lists, in alphabetical order, some of these...
Warning signs on the vehicle Warning labels can be found on various parts of the vehicle. These labels should not be removed. Warnings are intended to draw the attention of owners/drivers and...
Standard Techniques for Service Stations Car in the repair area When working on a vehicle in a repair area, the following must always be observed: to prevent the vehicle from moving forward or backward, apply...
Towing a car WARNING: When towing the vehicle, the ignition switch must be in position II (the steering column lock is free and the control lamps are on). Only in this case will the...
Connecting an Auxiliary Battery Using Jumpers WARNING: If the booster battery has been recently charged and is gassing, cover the vent plugs or covers with a damp cloth. This will reduce the risk of an explosion if...
Cleaning and calibration of elements To prevent dirt from getting inside components and parts, always remove any accumulation of dirt and grease deposits from them before disconnecting or dismantling any...
Solvents, sealants and adhesives WARNING: Always be extremely careful when handling solvents, sealants and adhesives. Some of them contain chemicals or give off fumes that can be hazardous to health....
Road test / Roller stand test A road or roller test may be required for various reasons. This subsection logically presents the road or roller test procedure, starting with pre-checks, then starting...
Using the jack and lifting the vehicle Locations for jacking WARNING: Always park the vehicle on a hard, level surface. If the jack is supposed to be used on a loose, loose surface, special padding blocks...
Noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) As the saturation of the car with various accessories increases, the refinement of the interior increases, the comfort increases, the solution of issues related to...