Ford Escort (2003 year). Manual — part 43

IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE

Certification label

The National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration Regulations require
that a Certification label be affixed
to a vehicle and prescribe where the
Certification label may be located.
The Certification label is located on
the front door latch pillar on the
driver’s side.

Vehicle identification number (VIN)

The vehicle identification number is
attached to a metal tag and is
located on the driver side
instrument panel. (Please note that
in the graphic XXXX is
representative of your vehicle
identification number.)

XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

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1. World manufacturer identifier

2. Brake type and gross vehicle
weight rating (GVWR)

3. Vehicle line, series, body type

4. Engine type

5. Check digit

6. Model year

7. Assembly plant

8. Production sequence number

Engine number

The engine number (the last eight numbers of the vehicle identification
number) is stamped on the engine block and transmission.

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FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE

A wide selection of genuine Ford accessories are available for your
vehicle through your local authorized Ford, Lincoln, Mercury or Ford of
Canada dealer. These quality accessories have been specifically
engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to
complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle. In
addition, each accessory is made from high quality materials and meets
or exceeds Ford’s rigorous engineering and safety specifications. Ford
Motor Company will repair or replace any properly dealer-installed Ford
accessory found to be defective in factory-supplied materials or
workmanship during the warranty period, as well as any component
damaged by the defective accessory. The accessory will be warranted for
whichever provides you the greatest benefit:
• 12 months or 20,000 km (12,000 miles) (whichever occurs first), or
• the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty.
This means that genuine Ford accessories purchased along with your
new vehicle and installed by the dealer are covered for the full length of
your New Vehicle’s Limited Warranty — 3 years or 60,000 km (36,000
miles) (whichever occurs first). Contact your dealer for details and a
copy of the warranty.

Not all accessories are available for all models.

Vehicle Security

Remote keyless entry

Wheel locks

Vehicle security systems

Comfort and convenience

Cargo net

Cargo organizer

Engine block heater

Remote start system

Smoker’s package

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Travel equipment

Auto headlamps with daytime running lights (DRL)

Console armrest

Daytime running lights (DRL)

Electrochromic inside mirror with compass

Electrochromic inside mirror with compass and temperature display

Highway safety kit

First aid kit

Removable luggage rack

Removable luggage rack adapters (bike, ski and snowboard)

Speed control

Protection and appearance equipment

Air bag anti-theft locks

All-weather floor mats

Car cover

Cargo liner

Carpet floor mats

Flat splash guards

Front end covers (full)

Molded splash guards

Rear decklid spoiler

Universal floor mats

For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in
mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle:
• When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to your

vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of
the front or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the Safety
compliance certification label). Consult your dealer for specific weight
information.

• Loaded vehicles, with a higher center of gravity, may handle

differently than unloaded vehicles. Extra precautions, such as lower
speeds and increased stopping distance, should be taken when driving
a heavily loaded vehicle.

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