Ford Fusion: General information
Have your vehicle serviced regularly tohelp maintain its roadworthiness andresale value. There is a large network ofFord Authorised Repairers that are thereto help you with their professionalservicing expertise. We believe that theirspecially trained technicians are bestqualified to service your vehicle properlyand expertly. They are supported by awide range of highly specialised toolsdeveloped specifically for servicing yourvehicle.
In addition to regular servicing, werecommend that you carry out thefollowing additional checks.
WARNINGS:
Switch the ignition off beforetouching or attempting adjustmentof any kind.
Do not touch the electronic ignitionsystem parts after you haveswitched the ignition on or when theengine is running. The system operatesat high voltage.
Keep your hands and clothing clearof the engine cooling fan. Undercertain conditions, the fan maycontinue to run for several minutes afteryou have switched the engine off.
Daily checks
• Exterior lamps.
• Interior lamps.
• Warning lamps and indicators.
Check when refuelling
• Engine oil level. See Engine oilcheck.
• Brake fluid level. See Brake andclutch fluid check.
• Washer fluid level. See Washer fluidcheck.
• Tyre pressures (when cold). SeeWheels and tyres.
• Tyre condition. See Wheels andtyres.
Monthly checks
• Engine coolant level (engine cold).
See Engine coolant check• Pipes, hoses and reservoirs for leaks.
• Power steering fluid level. SeePower steering fluid check• Air conditioning operation.
• Parking brake operation.
• Horn operation.
• Tightness of wheel nuts. See Wheelsand tyres
Maintenance
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Opening and closing the bonnet
Opening the bonnet
1. Pull the lever.
2. Raise the bonnet slightly and pull thecatch towards you.
3. Open the bonnet and support it withthe strut.
Closing the bonnet
Note: Make sure that the ...
See also:
Interior lights
Vehicles without moon roof
Turns the lights on
Turns the door position on
Turns the lights off
Vehicles with moon roof
Turns the lights on/off linked to
door positions.
Turns t ...
In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C.
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could
cause a crash or cause injury or death, you should
immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) in addit ...
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) provides increased
vehicle stability and brake performance under most
braking conditions. The system operates with a separate
computer to modulate the hydraulic ...