After spending quite a few years in the shadows of Holden and its popular range of Commodore family cars, Ford has struck back with an exciting new range of locally produced Falcon models. The BA model Falcon represents an investment by Ford in the order of $500 million. The new models offer comprehensive styling, powertrain, suspension, interior and safety related changes, and look set to challenge Holden for sales supremacy in the family car class.
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Responsive new engine provides good performance Ride comfort WORST Significant engine noise Centre rear lap belt only Non ABS braking system manual gearbox was the variant evaluated for this report and represents the entry level diesel Pajero. The standard equipment features of this vehicle are reasonably good and include air conditioning, power steering, electric mirrors and windows, radio/CD player, engine immobiliser, driver’s airbag, limited slip differential and cruise control (now standard on all Di-D models). Significantly, anti-lock brakes are not fitted to the GLX, while a passenger’s airbag is available as an option. A monocoque body shell has been used since the introduction of the NM Pajero, and aside from the new engine, the structure of the Pajero remains unaltered.
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CAPACITIES & FLUID TYPES Engine Oil, 2WD1 4.0L drained with filter quarts 5W-30 drained w/o filter quarts Date Mileage Detail Cost 2.7L drained with filter quarts drained w/o filter quarts 4WD2 4.0L drained with filter quarts drained w/o filter quarts 2.7L drained with filter quarts drained w/o filter quarts Cooling System, 4.0L w/ MT quarts 4.0L w/ AT quarts 2.7L w/ MT quarts 2.7L w/ AT quarts ** Use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” Automatic Transmission, 4-speed quarts ATF 5-speed quarts Manual Transmission, 4.0L 2WD quarts Gear Oil 75W-90 2.7L 4WD quarts 2.7L 2WD quarts Differential, 2WD1 quarts 4WD2 rear quarts 4WD2 front quarts ** SAE 75W-90 in front, rear 80W-90 < 0°F (-18°C) < SAE 90 ** If equipped with LSD in rear use “Hypoid Gear Oil for Limited Slip” Transfer Case quarts Gear Oil 75W-90 Power Steering ATF Brake Fluid DOT3 1. except PreRunner 2. PreRunner & 4WD
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Use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” Automatic Transmission, 4-speed quarts ATF 5-speed quarts Manual Transmission, 4.0L 2WD quarts Gear Oil 75W-90 2.7L 4WD quarts 2.7L 2WD quarts Differential, 2WD1 quarts 4WD2 rear quarts 4WD2 front quarts ** SAE 75W-90 in front, rear 80W-90 < 0°F (-18°C) < SAE 90 ** If equipped with LSD in rear use “Hypoid Gear Oil for Limited Slip” Transfer Case quarts Gear Oil 75W-90 Power Steering ATF Brake Fluid DOT3 1. except PreRunner 2. PreRunner & 4WD This information is ONLY TO BE USED AS A GUIDE. Always consult your manual for further information.
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The all new 2007 Shelby GT500 Coupe and Convertible feature an exterior and interior appearance designed to maintain its leadership in the Sports Car segment. Additionally, with the increased performance provided by the supercharged and intercooled 5.4L V8 and the SVT-tuned suspension, the 2007 Shelby GT500 delivers the highest performance Mustang ever produced. The following equipment is standard as indicated. Each series includes the standard equipment of the previous series, except where additions/exceptions are noted:
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