Ford 1998 Escort User Manual download pdf (Page 103)

• The trailer tongue weight should

be 10–15% of the loaded trailer

weight.

• After you have traveled 80 km

(50 miles), thoroughly check

your hitch, electrical

connections and trailer wheel

lug nuts.

• When stopped in traffic for long

periods of time in hot weather,

place the gearshift in P (Park)

and increase idle speed. This

aids engine cooling and air

conditioner efficiency.

• Vehicles with trailers should not

be parked on a grade. If you

must park on a grade, place

wheel chocks under the trailer’s

wheels.

LUGGAGE RACK

(IF EQUIPPED)

Load luggage as far back as it will

safely go on the rack without

causing the vehicle to exceed the

gross vehicle weight rating

(GVWR) or gross axle weight

rating (GAWR).

FUEL CONSUMPTION

Fuel economy can be improved by

avoiding:

• lack of regular, scheduled

maintenance

• excessive speed

• rapid acceleration

• extended idle

Driving

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Ford 1998 Escort User Manual Page 103