Safety and Environment Protection
Warning symbols in this guide
How can you reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others? In this guide, answers to such questions are contained in comments highlighted by the warning triangle symbol. These comments should be read and observed.
Warning symbols on your vehicle
When you see this symbol, it is imperative that you consult the relevant section of this guide before touching or attempting adjustment of any kind.
Protecting the environment
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 towards this aim. Information in this respect is highlighted in this guide with the tree symbol.
CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning
WARNING:
Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain
or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects
or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and
certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
See also:
Hazard warning flashers
The hazard flasher control is located on the instrument panel by the radio. Use
it when your vehicle is disabled and is creating a safety hazard for other motorist.
• Press the flasher control ...
Child restraint and safety belt maintenance
Inspect the vehicle safety belts and child safety seat systems periodically to
make sure they work properly and are not damaged. Inspect the vehicle and child
seat safety belts to make sure there ...
Battery
Your vehicle is equipped with a Motorcraft maintenance-free battery which normally
does not require additional water during its life of service.
If your battery has a cover/shield, make sure it i ...