Maintenance and Specifications
CLUTCH FLUID (IF EQUIPPED)
The clutch master cylinder and
brake master cylinder are part of
the same system; both are refillable
through the brake master cylinder
with brake fluid. For more
information on brake fluid
maintenance, refer to Brake fluid in
this chapter.
Brake fluid is toxic. If brake fluid contacts the eyes, flush eyes
with running water for 15 minutes. Seek medical attention if
irritation persists. If taken internally, drink water and induce vomiting.
Seek medical attention immediately.
TRANSMISSION FLUID
Checking automatic transmission fluid
Refer to your schedu led main ten ance in formation for scheduled
intervals for fluid checks and changes. Your transaxle does not consume
fluid. However, the fluid level should be checked if the transaxle is not
working properly, i.e., if the transaxle slips or shifts slowly or if you
notice some sign of fluid leakage.
Automa tic transmission flu id expa nds whe n warme d. To obt ain an
accu rate flu id che ck, dr ive the vehicle until it is warme d up
(
appr ox ima tely 20 mile s [30 km]) . If you r vehicle ha s be en
ope rated for an extende d pe riod at high spe eds, in cit y traffic
du ring hot weathe r or pu llin g a traile r, the vehicle shou ld be
turned off for abou t 30 min utes to allow flu id to cool be for e
che cking.
1.
Drive the vehicle 20 miles (30 km) or until it reaches normal operating
temperature.
2.
Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking brake.
3.
start the engine and move the gearshift lever through all of the gear
ranges. Allow sufficient time for each gear to engage.
With the parking brake engaged and your foot on the brake pedal,
4.
Latch the gearshift lever in P (Park) and leave the engine running.
202
2005
Focus (foc)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA (fus)
| Categories | Ford Focus Manuals, Ford Manuals |
|---|---|
| Model Year | 2005 |
| Download File |
|
| Document File Type | |
| Copyright | Attribution Non-commercial |
(1 votes, average: 4 out of 4)
Automotive readers have rated 2005 Ford Focus Owners Manual 4.0 out of 4.0 based on 1 product reviews.