Ford Contour (2000 year). Manual - part 1

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ICONS

Indicates a warning. Read the
following section on Warnings for
a full explanation.

Indicates that vehicle information
related to recycling and other
environmental concerns will follow.

We must all play our part in
protecting the environment.
Correct vehicle usage and the
authorized disposal of waste
cleaning and lubrication materials
are significant steps toward this
aim.

BREAKING IN YOUR VEHICLE

There are no particular breaking-in
rules for your vehicle. Simply avoid
driving too fast during the first
1 600 km (1 000 miles). Vary
speeds frequently. This is
necessary to give the moving parts
a chance to break in.

WARNINGS

How can you reduce the risk of
personal injury and prevent
possible damage to others, your
vehicle, and its equipment?

In this owner’s guide, answers to
such questions are contained in
comments highlighted by the
warning triangle symbol.

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INFORMATION ABOUT THIS
GUIDE

The information found in this guide
was in effect at the time of
printing. Ford may change the
contents without notice and
without incurring obligation.

If possible, you should avoid hard
braking for the first 1 600 km
(1 000 miles).

From 1 600 km (1 000 miles)
onwards, you can gradually
increase the performance of your
vehicle up to the permitted
maximum speeds.

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Vehicle symbol glossary

These are some of the symbols you 
may have on your vehicle.

Safety Alert

Fasten Safety Belt

Airbag - Side

Child Seat Installation 
Warning

Brake System

Brake Fluid - 
Non-Petroleum Based

Master Lighting Switch

Fog Lamps - Front

Fuel Pump Reset

Windshield Defrost/Demist

Power Windows 
Front/Rear

See Owner’s Guide

Airbag - Front

Child Seat

Child Seat Tether 
Anchorage

Anti-Lock Brake System

Traction Control

Hazard Warning Flasher

Fuse Compartment

Windshield Wash/Wipe

Rear Window 
Defrost/Demist

Power Window Lockout

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Vehicle symbol glossary

Child Safety Door 
Lock/Unlock

Engine Oil

Engine Coolant 
Temperature

Battery

Battery Acid

Fan Warning

Maintain Correct Fluid 
Level

Engine Air Filter

Jack

Panic Alarm

Engine Coolant

Do Not Open When Hot

Avoid Smoking, Flames, 
or Sparks

Explosive Gas

Power Steering Fluid

Emission System

Passenger Compartment 
Air Filter

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