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Lincoln 1999 Town Car Automobile User Manual

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1. L pa S fad g 3 3 F go 5 Servicing All rights reserved Reproduction by any means electronic or mechanical including photocopying recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company Copyright 1998 Ford Motor Company ja Introduction ICONS Indicates a safety alert Read the following section on Warnings Indicates vehicle information related to recycling and other environmental concerns will follow Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards protecting the environment Indicates a message regarding child safety restraints Refer to Seating L and safety restraints for more information Indicates that this Owner Guide contains information on this subject Please refer to the Index to locate L ij the appropriate section which will provide you more information WARNINGS Warnings provide information which may reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possible damage to others your vehicle and its equipment BREAKING IN YOUR VEHICLE There are no particular breaking in rules for your vehicle During the first 1 600 km 1 000 miles of driving vary speeds frequently This is necessary to give the moving parts a chance to break in INFORMATION ABOUT THIS GUIDE The information
2. 3 Remove the jumper cable from the positive terminal of the booster vehicle s battery 4 Remove the jumper cable from the positive terminal of the disabled vehicle s battery After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions 139 Roadside emergencies WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed contact a professional towing service or if you are a member your roadside assistance center It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed equipment Do not tow with a slingbelt Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure Before your vehicle can be towed the air suspension control in the luggage compartment must be turned to the OFF position if equipped Ford Motor Company provides a towing manual for all authorized tow truck operators Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual for proper hook up and towing procedures for your vehicle 140 Maintenance and care SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle e We highlight do it yourself items in the engine compartment for easy location e We provide a Scheduled Maintenance Guide which makes tracking routine service easy If your vehicle requires professional service your dealership can provide necessary parts and service
3. To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel cover 125 Roadside emergencies Oo E Oo co rg oo EI N o N N N qL ool Ded se Sg veo 1 oy 1 oy E g J AoA CooL OOP The fuses are coded as follows Fuse Relay Fuse Amp Description mocation ae Lighting Control Module LCM Left Hand Low Beam Headlamp ee a EATC Blower Motor Lighting Control Module LCM Right Hand Low Beam Headlamp 7 5A 7 5A Lighting Control Module LCM Park Tail Lamps 6 I5A BATC Heated Seats 7 15A Lighting Control Module LCM Day Night Sensor Amplifier 10A Shift Lock Speed Control Air Suspension Steering Wheel Rotation Sensor 20A Lighting Control Module LCM Multi Function Switch Hi Beam Headlamps 10 20A Brake Pedal Position BPP Switch Brake Pressure Switch Stop Lamps 126 Roadside emergencies Fuse Relay Fuse Amp Description Location Rating Electronic Crash Sensor Airbag 12 15A Instrument Cluster Anti Theft Ignition Switch Ignition Coils 13 10A Anti Lock Brake Module Traction Control Switch 14 7 5A Transmission Control Switch Lighting Control Module LCM Multi Function Switch Turn Signals 16 30A Wiper Control Module WCM Windshield Wiper Motor 17 10A D
4. If your vehicle has an English Metric E M control to change your electronic instrument cluster if equipped and the message center if equipped from English to Metric this control will also change the temperature display Refer to Electronic Message Center in the Instrumentation chapter 24 Controls and features Fan speed When AUTO is pressed fan speed is adjusted automatically for existing conditions You can override fan speed at any time To control fan speed manually press the fan control to cancel automatic fan speed operation or use the steering wheel fan speed control Press the control up for higher fan speed or down for lower fan speed The display will show Ss and a bar graph to indicate manual fan operation and relative speed 8 AUTO To return to automatic fan operation press AUTO Manual override controls The override controls allow you to determine where airflow is directed To return to full automatic control press AUTO The air conditioning compressor will operate in all modes except aA and p It will also operate only when required when AUTO has been selected However the air conditioning will only function if the outside temperature is about 10 C 50 F or above Since the air conditioner removes considerable moisture from the air during operation it is normal if clear water drips on the ground under the air conditioner drain while the system is working and even after you
5. e FUEL ECON AVG e FUEL REMAIN if equipped e DIST TO EMPTY e AVG SPEED e TRIP A TRIP B e E M WASHER gt FUEL ECON AVG LTR 100km FUEL REMAIN gt DIST TO EMPTY a gt AVG SPEED ICI gt TRIP AB gt E M km MILES GAL For descriptions of the SELECT features refer to Message center functions later in this chapter Reset Press this control to reset the selected message center function to zero The only functions which can be reset are FUEL ECON AVG TRIP A or B and AVG SPEED 15 Instrumentation Compass display if equipped The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR cincie buildings bridges power lines and TRACOFF AIRSUSPENSION stow powerful broadcast antenna anan annan Magnetic or metallic objects placed WOU UU Lkm in on or near the vehicle may also 0 DOFF TRAC ACTIVE affect compass accuracy SPEED CONTROL Usually when something affects the compass readings the compass will correct itself after a few days of operating your vehicle in normal conditions If the compass still appears to be inaccurate a manual calibration may be necessary Refer to Compass calibration adjustment Most geographic areas zones have a magnetic north compass point that varies slightly from the northerly direction on maps This variation is four degrees between adjacent zones and will become noticeable as the vehicle crosses multiple zones A correct
6. 38 Controls and features Tune adjust for CD changer e Press lt to select the previous disc in the CD changer Play will lt q TUNE gt begin on the first track of the disc unless the CD changer is in shuffle mode Refer to Shuffle feature for more information Hold the control to continue reversing through the discs e Press gt to select the next disc in the CD changer Hold the control to fast forward through the remaining discs Seek function The seek function control works in radio tape or CD mode if equipped Seek function in radio mode e Press lt q to find the next listenable station down the q SEEK gt frequency band e Press B to find the next listenable station up the frequency band Seek function in tape mode e Press lt q to listen to the previous selection on the tape or return to the beginning of the current selection e Press gt to listen to the next selection on the tape Seek function for CD changer e Press A to seek to the previous track of the current disc If a selection has been playing for lt SEEK gt three seconds or more and you press A the CD changer will replay that selection from the beginning e Press P to seek forward to the next track of the current disc After the last track has been completed the first track of the current disc will automatically replay Controls and features Scan function The scan function works in radio tape or CD mode if equippe
7. Do not put engine coolant in the container for the windshield washer fluid ENGINE COOLANT Check the level of the engine coolant in the reservoir Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for service interval schedules Be sure to read and understand Precautions when servicing your vehicle in this chapter If the engine coolant has not been checked at the recommended interval the engine coolant reservoir may become empty If this occurs add engine coolant to the reservoir For more information on engine coolant maintenance refer to Adding engine coolant in this chapter 147 Maintenance and care Automotive fluids are not interchangeable do not use engine coolant antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of its specified function and vehicle location Adding engine coolant Do not put engine coolant in the container for the windshield washer fluid Do not mix conventional green coolant orange coolant or recycled coolants together in your vehicle Use only the type of coolant with which your vehicle was originally equipped If you are unsure which type of coolant your vehicle requires contact your local dealer If sprayed on the windshield engine coolant could make it difficult to see through the windshield When the engine is cool add a 50 50 mixture of engine coolant and water to the engine coolant reservoir DO NOT ADD ENGINE COOLANT DIRECTLY TO THE RADIATOR Plain water may be added in an emergency
8. This feature automatically moves the driver s seat backward when e the transmission is in N Neutral or P Park e the key is removed from the ignition cylinder The seat will move 5cm 2 inches forward to the original position when e the transmission is in N Neutral or P Park e the key is placed in the ignition cylinder 83 Seating and safety restraints Memory seats if equipped This system allows automatic positioning of the driver seat and lt outside rearview mirrors to two programmable positions O The memory seat control is located on the driver door e To program position one move the driver seat to the desired position using the seat controls Press the SET control The SET control indicator light will briefly illuminate While the light is illuminated press control 1 e To program position two repeat the previous procedure using control 2 A position can only be set or recalled when the transmission gearshift is in Park or Neutral A memory seat position may be programmed at any time The memory seat positions are also recalled when you press your remote entry transmitter UNLOCK control To program the memory seat to remote entry transmitter refer to Remote entry system in the Controls and features chapter SAFETY RESTRAINTS Safety restraints precautions A Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips A To prevent the risk of injur
9. AUTOMATIC DIMMING INSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle is equipped with an inside rear view mirror which has an auto dimming function available as an option on the outside driver s side mirror The electronic day night mirror will change from the normal state to the non glare state when bright lights glare reach the mirror When the mirror detects bright light from front or behind it will automatically adjust darken to minimize glare 64 Controls and features Do not block the sensor on the backside of the mirror since this may impair proper mirror performance Press the control to turn the mirror on or off The mirror will automatically return to the normal state whenever the vehicle is placed in R Reverse when the mirror is on to ensure a bright clear view when backing up TRUNK REMOTE CONTROL The remote trunk release control is located on the driver s door trim panel and can be operated at any time Use the key to lock and unlock the release control FUEL DOOR RELEASE Your vehicle is equipped with a locking fuel door To open the door press the control located on the door 65 Controls and features Fuel filler door override release If the remote release is inoperative open the trunk then pull the override release handle located inside the trunk to open the fuel filler door POWER WINDOWS Express down To make the driver window open WINDO
10. For additional important safety information read all information on safety restraints in this guide Children must always be properly restrained Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of injury in a collision Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat NEVER place a rear facing child seat in front of an active air bag If you must use a forward facing child seat in the front seat move the seat all the way back 92 Seating and safety restraints How does the air bag supplemenial restraint system work The air bag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains sufficient longitudinal deceleration sufficient to cause the sensors to close an electrical circuit that initiates air bag inflation The fact that the air bags did not inflate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system Rather it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation Front air bags are designed to inflate in frontal and near frontal collisions not rollover side impact or rear impacts The air bags inflate and deflate rapidly upon activation After air bag deployment it is normal to notice a smoke like powdery residue or smell the burnt propellant This may consist of cornstarch talcum powder to lubr
11. e Press P to move to the next frequency up the band whether or not a listenable station is located there Hold for quick movement Seek function The seek function control works in radio mode Seek function in radio mode e Press to find the next listenable station down the frequency band e Press gt to find the next listenable station up the frequency band Scan function The scan function works in radio mode Scan function in radio mode Press the SCAN control to hear a brief sampling of all listenable stations on the frequency band Press the SCAN control again to stop the scan mode Radio station memory preset The radio is equipped with six station memory preset controls These controls can be used to select up to six preset AM stations and twelve FM stations six in FM1 and six in FM2 30 Controls and features Setting memory preset stations 1 Select the frequency band with the AM or the FM select control 2 Select a station Refer to Tune adjust or Seek function for more information on selecting a station 3 Press and hold a memory preset control until the sound returns indicating the station is held in memory on the control you selected VOOOWOGR Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows you a A to increase or decrease the audio A system s bass output BASS Y Treble adjust The treble adjust control allows you N to increase or decrease the audio A syst
12. SRS Important supplemental restraint system oS precautions The supplemental restraint system is designed to work with the safety belt to help protect the driver and right front passenger from certain upper body injuries Air bags DO NOT inflate slowly or gently and the risk of injury from a deploying air bag is greatest close to the trim covering the air bag module All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always properly wear their safety belts even when air bag SRS is provided Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always use appropriate child restraints NHTSA recommends a minimum distance of at least 25 cm ten 10 inches between an occupant s chest and the air bag module 91 Seating and safety restraints Steps you can take to properly position yourself away from the airbag e Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the pedals comfortably e Recline the seat slightly one or two degrees from the upright position Do not put anything on or over the air bag module Placing objects on or over the air bag inflation area may cause those objects to be propelled by the air bag into your face and torso causing serious injury Do not attempt to service repair or modify the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System or its fuses See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer Children and air bags
13. four times in rapid succession within 3 seconds After doors lock unlock press any control on all transmitters up to four When completed turn the ignition to OFF All transmitters must be programmed at the same time Illuminated entry The interior lamps illuminate when the remote entry system is used to unlock the door s or sound the personal alarm 72 Controls and features The system automatically turns off after 25 seconds or when the ignition is turned to the START or ACC position The inside lights will not turn off if e they have been turned on with the dimmer control or e any door is open The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 30 minutes after the last door is closed Autolock The autolock feature will lock all of the doors when e all vehicle doors are fully closed e the ignition key is turned to the ON position e the vehicle is in a forward gear and e you exceed 5 km h 8 mph The autolock feature repeats when e the ignition key remains in the ON position e a door is opened and then closed e the vehicle is in a forward gear and e you exceed 5 km h 8 mph Autolock can also be activated or deactivated using the following procedure You must complete steps 1 through 7 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated If the procedure needs to be repeated you must wait 30 seconds 1 Turn the ignition key to ON 2 Press the power door unlock control on the door pa
14. handling of your vehicle will be adversely affected Your vehicle has an automatic parking brake release To release the parking brake 1 Turn the ignition to the RUN position 2 Press the brake pedal 3 Move the gearshift from the P Park position to one of the forward gears the parking brake will not release automatically when you shift into reverse The brake pedal must remain pressed while the gearshift is moved If the parking brake fails to release after completing this procedure use the manual parking brake release lever Pull the lever to manually release the parking brake TRACTION CONTROL IF EQUIPPED For Traction Control warning lights refer to Warning Lights in the instrumentation chapter Your vehicle may be equipped with the optional Traction Control system This system helps you maintain the stability and steerability of 111 Driving your vehicle It is especially useful on slippery and or hilly road surfaces The system operates by detecting and controlling wheel spin The system borrows many of the electronic and mechanical elements already present in the anti lock braking system ABS Wheel speed sensors allow excess rear wheel spin to be detected by the Traction Control portion of the ABS computer Any excessive wheel spin is controlled by automatically applying and releasing the rear brakes in conjunction with engine torque reductions Engine torque reduction is realized via the ful
15. illuminated and the warning chime is sounding The driver s safety belt is buckled The safety belt warning light and before the ignition switch is turned indicator chime remain off to the ON position Safety belt maintenance Inspect the safety belt systems periodically to make sure they work properly and are not damaged Inspect the safety belts to make sure there are no nicks wears or cuts replacing if necessary All safety belt assemblies including retractors buckles front seat belt buckle assemblies slide bar if equipped shoulder belt height adjusters if equipped child safety seat tether bracket assemblies if equipped and attaching hardware should be inspected after a collision Ford recommends that all safety belt assemblies used in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced However if the collision was minor and a qualified technician finds that the belts do not show damage and continue to operate properly they do not need to be replaced Safety belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety belt assembly under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision Refer to Cleaning and maintaining the safety belts in the Maintenance and care section 90 Seating and safety restraints AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM
16. 161 163 166 filter specifications 165 181 fuel filler door override 66 fuel filler door release 65 fuel pump shut off switch 123 BIUS onin e E NEEESE 13 improving fuel economy 165 octane rating oe 164 184 guality sereen tices AN 164 running out of fuel 165 safety information relating to automotive fuels 0 161 FUSES err tees tances 124 125 Gas cap see Fuel cap 163 Gas mileage see Fuel ECONOMY areren 165 GOUBES senaera urak 12 engine coolant temperature gauge ee 14 TUE BAUS Ss sa ecccesnesees ens ceteadnetsiets 13 odometer sarisini neet 13 speedometer cccceceeseeeeees 13 Index GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating 118 A RNIGION scsciseteetesoesniesedsreeacese 118 driving with a heavy load 118 LOCATION narince 118 GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 118 calc lating 4 cscsccscsceesceeeseaace 118 definition o neooneonooooe0eo010e0ee 118 driving with a heavy load 118 LOCATION 2 sciastscsiseseesdeusceesedossnedes 118 Hazard flashers ccccccceees 123 Head restraints cccceeeeees 80 Headlamps eresien 21 AMNA iere erain 174 175 176 autolamp Syste sssri 21 bulb specifications 174 daytime running lights 21 PASH LO PASS sssrini aas 22 High Dean i52 dvesc2sscdeesegsenceeanees 8 22 turning on and off 21 warning Chime sscisserei
17. 69 71 illuminated entry ccceeees 72 locking unlocking doors 70 opening the trunk 0 71 panie alarinrin 71 replacement additional transmitters seisin 72 replacing the batteries 71 Roadside emergencies 77 Safety belts see Safety restraints 12 84 85 86 87 88 Safety Compliance Certification Label 04 186 Safety defects reporting 199 Safety restraints 84 85 86 87 88 cleaning the safety belts 90 180 extension assembly s 89 Index for ACUIUS cocesseiicisssesesaviiees 85 86 87 flor CHIEN wuccccvccsecccecseeccaceeees 98 Ta DCU erens n 88 warning light and chime c 7 12 89 90 Safety seats for children 99 Seat belts see Safety restraints 84 DOAUS E EAI E T E 80 child safety seats 0 0 0 99 CLEANING seroren 179 180 memory seat osses 68 74 84 Seats easy access easyout feature 00 eee 83 Servicing your vehicle 141 Spark plugs specifications sverrir 181 184 Specification chart NABTICANIUS erns 182 184 Speed Control ccecececeeseeeeeeees 55 Speedometer cccccceccccsseeeeeesees 13 Starting your vehicle 105 107 JUMP Starting nerusna 135 preparing to start your VENICIE sieisen 49 Steering Wheel 6 ccscsssiscetecspessieess 59 GUIS aes crcezivs setedevnrsersvceteansteSeeees 54 Tilt steering wheel 54 TIPES serimi 130 157 158 15
18. Always replace the cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected refer to the Battery section of the Maintenance and Care chapter 128 Roadside emergencies The high current fuses are coded as follows ay Location Rating 1 50A 40A 50A 30A 40A 30A 50A 30A Driver Power Seat I P Fuse Panel Fuse 30 50A 40A 40A Accessory Delay Relay Signature Cartier Power Window Relay Executive I P Fuse Panel Fuse 29 129 Roadside emergencies Location Rating 12 3 15A 4 20A 15 1 30A 10A 15A 30A 15A 15A Heated Oxygen Sensors Transmission Solenoids EVAP Canaster Vent Solenoid EGR Vacuum Regulator EVAP Vapor Management Valve 22 Not Used 23 Not Used 24 Auxiliary Power Outlet 25 26 27 Not Used Relay 1 ae Fuel Pump Relay Relay2 A C Clutch Relay Relay 3 a PCM Power Relay Relay 4 So Air Suspension Relay Relay 5 aa Rear Defrost Relay Mini Fuses Maxi Fuses CHANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat tire while driving do not apply the brake heavily Instead gradually decrease your speed Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly move to a safe place o
19. Ontario Canada L4Y 4G3 or order toll free 1 800 387 4966 Monday Friday 8 00 a m 6 00 p m EST for credit card holder orders only 198 Reporting safety defects REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS U S ONLY If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying Ford Motor Company If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or Ford Motor Company To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 202 366 0123 in the Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation 400 Seventh Street Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline 199 Index Accessory delay ccccccccccesseeees 67 Air bag supplemental restraint system ssir 91 95 and child safety seats 92 description 2 91 95 disposal enn 98 driver air bag 0 93 96 indicator light 7 94 97 OPELVatiON ecserin 93 96 passenger air bag 93 96 Air cleaner filter oe 181 Air conditioning ssssucssinssssi 22 automatic temperature control sys
20. Park 5 Turn the key to 4 ON without p s turning the key to 5 START LS 4 N TRUNKAJAR DOORAJAR y WASHER p FUEL ECON AVG TRAC OFF AIR SUSPENSION LTR 100km p FUEL REMAIN TA OE T w ri 4 7 77 gt DISTTO EMPTY ERE ikm N N l l l gt AVG SPEED opor TRAC Active LAI IAN INI TRIPAB SPEED CONTROL COMPASS 460 100 km MILES GAL gt EM 180 110 120 lt FILL ON ET SERVICE N NGINE n gt SOON T ED gb 106 Starting Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate briefly If a light fails to illuminate have the vehicle serviced e If the driver s safety belt is fastened the light A will not illuminate STARTING THE ENGINE 1 Turn the key to 5 START without pressing the accelerator pedal and release as soon as the engine starts The key will return to 4 ON 2 If the temperature is above 12 C 10 F and the engine does not start within five seconds on the first try turn the key to OFF wait ten seconds and try again 3 If the temperature is below 12 C 10 F and the engine does not start in fifteen seconds on the first try turn the key OFF and wait ten seconds and try again If the engine does not start in two attempts depress the accelerator and start the engine while holding the accelerator down to the floor Release the accelerator when the engine starts 4 After idling for a few seconds apply the brake and release the parking brake Using the engine
21. SecuriLock passive anti theft system is not compatible with aftermarket remote start systems Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection Large metallic objects or devices such as the Mobil Speedpass on the same key ring as your SecuriLock key may cause vehicle starting problems These objects and devices cannot damage the SecuriLock key but can cause a momentary problem if they are too close to the key when starting the engine If a problem occurs turn ignition off and restart the engine with all other objects on the key ring held away from the SecuriLock ignition key 77 Controls and features Spare SecuriLock keys can be purchased from your dealership and programmed to your SecuriLock passive anti theft system Refer to Programming spare SecuriLock keys for more information If one or both of your SecuriLock keys are lost or stolen and you want to ensure the lost or stolen key will not operate your vehicle bring your vehicle and all available SecuriLock keys to your dealership for reinitialization Theft indicator The theft indicator on top of the instrument panel will operate as follows e When the ignition is OFF the theft indicator will flash briefly every 2 seconds to indicate the SecuriLock system is protecting your vehicle e When the ignition is turned to ON or START the theft indicator will light for 3 seconds and then go out If the theft
22. be displayed for four seconds after it is changed then the outside temperature will return to the window along with the override selection The outside temperature reading is most accurate when the vehicle is moving Higher readings may be obtained when the vehicle is not moving The readings that you get may not agree with temperatures given on the radio due to differences in vehicle and station locations Operating tips e In humid weather select FRONT GV before driving This will prevent your windshield from fogging After a few minutes select any desired position e To prevent humidity buildup inside the vehicle don t drive with the climate control system in the OFF position e Remove any snow ice or leaves from the air intake area at the bottom of the windshield 27 Controls and features If your vehicle has been parked with the windows closed during hot weather the air conditioner will do a much faster job of cooling if you drive for two or three minutes with the windows open This will force most of the hot stale air out of the vehicle Then operate the air conditioner as you would normally e When placing objects on top of your instrument panel be careful to not place them over the defroster outlets These objects can block airflow and reduce your ability to see through your windshield Also avoid placing small objects on top of your instrument panel These objects can fall down into the defroster outlets and
23. belt wo cceseesssseseeeenes 7 service engine SOON seee 6 speed control sssseessseersssee0ss 58 traction control system 9 11 turn signal indicator 0 8 Load limits wo ee eceeeeeeeeeeeees 118 GAWR breien Ene iene EISA 118 GVWR seciionsessderasseosetsscsectscuensds 118 trailer towing oseese 118 Locks CHUIADLOOL eripere 68 6 010 cane pe nE ee ere eee 67 Lubricant specifications 182 184 Lumbar support seats 83 Message center sessicccreriroris 14 reset DULLON serais 15 Select DUTON preiresas 15 Mirrors automatic dimming rearview HITOT socero an iE EE 64 Cleaning evesscezssveasncsesyesaseereenashs 180 heated renanira 68 programmable memory 74 side view mirrors power 67 Moor rO f rer 64 Motorcraft parts 0 165 181 Octane TANE secenario 164 Odometer sarersrinicnaioiaa 13 OVEPOTIVE sisscdititssedssacacsiwadacssaxesases 59 Panic alarm feature remote ntry Syste isis ceenesdcagivescesncseseess 71 Parking brake ss sercscrrissecsss 110 Parts see Motorcraft parts 181 Power distribution box see FUSES oo eeeeccccsesseceeeseeees 128 Power door 10cKS cccccccee 67 Power steering c eee 113 fluid checking and adding 151 fluid refill capacity 02 181 fluid specifications 182 184 Radio sisestcssscaccsis ninni 28 Relay S ssiiesissnesseossassanseneesuaeesseas 124 Remote entry system
24. block airflow and possibly damage your climate control system USING YOUR AUDIO SYSTEM AM FM stereo cassette VOL PUSH ON OG OOOOOO Your vehicle is equipped with a delayed accessory feature This feature enables the audio playing media to continue playing up to 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned off or until a door is opened 28 Controls and features Volume power control Press the control to turn the audio VOL PUSH ON system on or off Q A sf Turn the control to raise or lower volume VOL PUS OQ If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off the volume will come back on at a nominal listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on AM FM select The AM FM select control works in radio and tape modes AM FM select in radio mode This control allows you to select AM or FM frequency bands Press the AM control to select from AM selections and press the FM control to select from FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations AM FM select in tape mode Press this control to stop tape play and begin radio play 29 Controls and features Tune adjust The tune control works in radio mode Tune adjust in radio mode e Press lt Q to move to the next frequency down the band whether or not a listenable station is located there Hold the control to move through the frequencies quickly
25. disable the feature With SEL the RDS activated press the SEL control to scroll through the y following selections Traffic e Press the RDS control until m TRAFFIC is displayed RDS gt DSP 44 Controls and features e Use the SEL control to select ON or OFF With the feature on use A the SEEK or SCAN control to SEL find a radio station broadcasting a traffic report if it is broadcasting y RDS data Program type e Press the RDS control until the FIND program type is displayed Use the SEL control to select the program type With the feature A on use the SEEK or SCAN SEL control to find the desired program type from the following y selections e Classic e Country e Info e Jazz e Oldies e R amp B e Religious e Rock e Soft e Top 40 Show e With RDS activated press the M RDS control until SHOW is INS DSP lt displayed oe 45 Controls and features e Use the SEL control to select TYPE NAME or NONE A RDS clock feature Refer to Setting the clock for information Phone mode This feature allows you to control the factory installed cellular phone if equipped through the radio controls e Press the phone mute control to enter phone mode The playing media will mute e Use SEEK TUNE or radio presets 1 through 6 to select a phone number previously programmed in the phone e Press the phone mute control again to send and end calls This control will mu
26. e braking e accelerations This system keeps the rear of your vehicle at a constant level by automatically adding air or releasing air from the springs 113 Driving The air suspension shut off switch is located on the left side of the trunk If this switch is in the OFF position the rear air suspension will not operate On vehicles equipped with Air Suspension turn OFF the Air Suspension switch prior to jacking hoisting or towing your vehicle Normal vehicle operation does not require any action by the driver TRANSMISSION OPERATION Brake shift interlock AIR SUSPENSION SWITCH INTERRUPTEUR DE LA SUSPENSION PNEUMATIQUE WARNING To prevent sudden vehicle movement turn off air suspen sion switch prior to jacking hoisting or towing vehicle AVERTISSEMENT Pour pr venir tout mouvement soudain du v hi cule placer a l arr t l interrupteur de la suspension pneumatique avant de lever to v hicule cric ou pont l vateur ou de le remorquer OFF ARRET This vehicle is equipped with a brake shift interlock feature that prevents the gearshift from being moved from P Park unless the brake pedal is depressed If you cannot move the gearshift out of P Park with the brake pedal depressed 1 Apply the parking brake turn ignition key to LOCK then remove the key 2 Insert the key and turn it to OFF Apply the brake pedal and shift to N Neutral 3 St
27. gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion The ignition should be in the OFF position while E the vehicle is being refueled When the gauge first indicates empty there is a small amount of reserve fuel in the tank When refueling the vehicle from empty indication the amount of fuel that can be added will be less than the advertised capacity due to the reserve fuel A minimum of six gallons must be added or removed from the fuel tank in order for the gauge to instantaneously update If less than six gallons is the change the gauge will take between five to ten minutes to update Speedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed u Pry 60 50 70 40 l 80 7 N30 go 100 120 90 gt so 1407 j lt 20 sso 100 p0 10 180 110 T 120_ MPH km h N 13 Instrumentation Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates the temperature of the engine coolant At normal operating E N H temperature the needle remains S within the normal area the area between the H and C If it enters the red section the engine is overheating Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible switch off the engine immediately and let the engine cool Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and care chapter Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant not the coolant level If the coolant is not at
28. have stopped the vehicle Under normal conditions your vehicle s climate control system should be left in any position other than MAX A C or OFF when the vehicle is parked This allows the vehicle to breathe through the outside air inlet duct 25 26 Controls and features MAX A C Uses recirculated air to cool the vehicle The temperature display will remain unchanged and air will be cooled based on the selected temperature To exit press AUTO or any other override controls MAX A C is noisier than normal A C but more economical and will cool the inside of the vehicle faster Airflow is from the instrument panel registers This mode can also be used to prevent undesirable odors from entering the vehicle pe Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers However the air cannot be cooled below the outside temperature because the air conditioning does not operate in this mode J Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers and the floor ducts Heating and air conditioning capabilities are provided in this mode The air will be heated or cooled based on the temperature selection For added customer comfort the air distributed through the floor ducts will be slightly warmer than the air sent to the instrument panel registers lt A Allows for maximum heating by distributing outside air through the floor ducts However the air cannot be cooled below the outside temperature because the air co
29. indicator stays on for an extended period of time or flashes rapidly have the system serviced by your dealership or a qualified technician Programming spare SecuriLock keys Spare SecuriLock keys can be purchased from your dealership and programmed to your SecuriLock anti theft system up to a total of 8 keys Your dealership can program your new SecuriLock key s to your vehicle or you can do it yourself using the following simple procedure To program a new SecuriLock key yourself you will need two previously programmed SecuriLock keys keys that already operate your vehicle s engine If two previously programmed SecuriLock keys are not available one or both of your original keys were lost or stolen you must bring your vehicle to your dealership to have the spare SecuriLock key s programmed 78 Controls and features Procedure to program spare SecuriLock keys to your vehicle New SecuriLock keys must have the correct mechanical key cut for your vehicle Conventional non SecuriLock keys cannot be programmed to your vehicle You will need to have two previously programmed SecuriLock keys and the new unprogrammed SecuriLock key readily accessible for timely implementation of each step in the procedure Please read and understand the entire procedure before you begin 1 Insert the first previously programmed SecuriLock key into the ignition and turn the ignition from OFF to RUN mai
30. injury never run the engine with one wheel off the ground such as when changing a tire 117 Driving VEHICLE LOADING Before loading a vehicle familiarize yourself with the following terms e Base Curb Weight Weight of the vehicle including any standard equipment fluids lubricants etc It does not include passengers or aftermarket equipment Payload Combined maximum allowable weight of cargo passengers and optional equipment The payload equals the gross vehicle weight rating minus base curb weight e GVW Gross Vehicle Weight Base curb weight plus payload weight The GVW is not a limit or a specification e GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Maximum total weight of the base vehicle passengers optional equipment and cargo The GVWR is specific to each vehicle and is listed on the Safety Compliance Label on the driver s door pillar e GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating Carrying capacity for each axle system The GAWR is specific to each vehicle and is listed on the Safety Compliance Label on the driver s door pillar e GCW Gross Combined Weight The combined weight of the towing vehicle including passengers and cargo and the trailer e GCWR Gross Combined Weight Rating Maximum combined weight of the towing vehicle including passengers and cargo and the trailer The GCWR indicates the maximum loaded weight that the vehicle is designed to tow e Maximum Trailer Weight Rating Maximum weight of a tra
31. objects are out of the way to prevent potential harm or damage Do not use the HomeLink Universal Transceiver with any garage door opener that lacks safety stop and reverse features as required by U S federal safety standards this includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1 1982 A garage door which cannot detect an object signaling the door to stop and reverse does not meet current U S federal safety standards For more information on this matter call toll free 1 800 355 3515 or on the Internet at HomeLink jci com 60 Controls and features Programming 1 Prepare for programming the HomeLink Universal Transceiver by ae erasing the three factory default codes by holding down the two O O outside buttons until the red light begins to flash after 20 seconds Release both buttons 2 Hold the end of your hand held transmitter 5 14 cm 2 5 inches away from the HomeLink Universal Transceiver surface located on your visor while keeping the red light in view 3 Using both hands simultaneously press and hold the hand held transmitter button and the desired HomeLink button Do not release the buttons until step 4 has been completed 4 The red light will flash slowly and then rapidly Release both buttons when the red light flashes rapidly 5 Follow steps 2 through 4 to program the remaining two buttons If you do not successfully program the HomeLink Universal Tra
32. on children who have outgrown child safety seats Ford recommends use of a belt positioning booster seat that is labelled as conforming to all Federal motor vehicle safety standards Belt positioning booster seats raise the child and provide a shorter firmer seating cushion that encourages safer seating posture and better fit of lap and shoulder belts on the child A belt positioning booster should be used if the shoulder belt rests in front of the child s face or neck or if the lap belt does not fit snugly on both thighs or if the thighs are too short to let the child sit all the way back on the seat cushion when the lower legs hang over the edge of the seat cushion You may wish to discuss the special needs of your child with your pediatrician SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN Child and infant or child safety seats Use a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of the child Carefully follow all of the manufacturer s instructions with the safety seat you put in your vehicle If you do not install and use the safety seat properly the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision 99 Seating and safety restraints When installing a child safety seat e Review and follow the information presented in the Azr Bag Supplemental Restraint System section in this chapter e Use the correct safety belt buckle for that seating position Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle until you hear a snap and feel
33. purchasers lessees Board membership The Board consists of e three consumer representatives e a Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership representative Consumer candidates for Board membership are recruited and trained by an independent consulting firm The dealership Board member is chosen from Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealership management recognized for their business leadership qualities What the Board needs To have your case reviewed you must complete the application in the DSB brochure and mail it to the address provided on the application form Your application is reviewed and if it is determined to be eligible you will receive an acknowledgment indicating e the file number assigned to your application e the toll free phone number of the DSB s independent administrator 191 Customer assistance Your dealership and a Ford Motor Company representative are asked to submit statements at this time To properly review your case the Board needs the following information e legible copies of all documents and maintenance or repair orders relevant to the case e the year make model and Vehicle Identification Number VIN listed on your vehicle ownership license e the date of repair s and mileage at the time of occurrence s e the current mileage e the name of the dealer who sold or serviced the vehicle e a brief description of your unresolved concern e a brief summary of the action taken by the dealer s and Ford M
34. the Board at the following address phone number Dispute Settlement Board P O Box 5120 Southfield MI 48086 5120 1 800 428 3718 You may also contact the North American Customer Assistance Center at 1 800 392 3673 Ford TDD for the hearing impaired 1 800 232 5952 or by writing to the Center at the following address Ford Motor Company Customer Assistance Center 16800 Executive Plaza Drive P O Box 6248 Dearborn Michigan 48121 GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U S AND CANADA Before exporting your vehicle to a foreign country contact the appropriate foreign embassy or consulate These officials can inform you of local vehicle registration regulations and where to find unleaded fuel If you cannot find unleaded fuel or can only get fuel with an anti knock index lower than is recommended for your vehicle contact a district or owner relations customer assistance office The use of leaded fuel in your vehicle without proper conversion may damage the effectiveness of your emission control system and may cause engine knocking or serious engine damage Ford Motor Company Ford of Canada is not responsible for any damage caused by use of improper fuel In the United States using leaded fuel may also result in difficulty importing your vehicle back into the U S 193 Customer assistance If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living in Central or South America the Caribbean or the Middle East contact the
35. the catalytic converter and other emission control components continue to work properly e Use only unleaded fuel e Avoid running out of fuel e Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving especially at high speeds e Have the items listed in your Scheduled Maintenance Guide performed according to the specified schedule The scheduled maintenance items listed in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide are essential to the life and performance of your vehicle and to its emissions system If other than Ford Motorcraft or Ford authorized parts are used for maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting emission control such non Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability Do not park idle or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system which can start a fire Illumination of the charging system warning light Service Engine Soon light or the temperature warning light fluid leaks strange odors smoke or loss of oil pressure could indicate that the emission control system is not working properly Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmful and potentially lethal fumes into the passenger compartment Do not make any unauthorized changes to your vehicle or engine By law vehicle owners and anyone who manufactures repairs services sells leases trades vehicl
36. 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 Launching or retrieving a boat When backing down a ramp during boat launching or retrieval e Do not allow the static water level to rise above the bottom edge of the rear bumper and 121 Driving e Do not allow waves to break higher than 15 cm six inches above the bottom edge of the rear bumper Exceeding these limits may allow water to enter critical vehicle components adversely affecting driveability emissions reliability and causing internal transmission damage Replace the rear axle lubricant anytime the axle has been submerged in water Rear axle lubricant quantities are not to be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected or repair required Disconnect the wiring to the trailer before backing the trailer into the water Reconnect the wiring to the trailer after the trailer is removed from the water DRIVING THROUGH WATER Do not drive quickly through standing water especially if the depth is unknown Traction or brake capability may be limited and if the ignition system gets wet your engine may stall Water may also enter your engine s air intake and severely damage your engine If driving through deep or standing wate
37. unfasten push the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle The front outboard and rear safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts The front and rear seat passenger safety belts have two types of locking modes described below Vehicle sensitive mode The vehicle sensitive mode is the normal retractor mode allowing free shoulder belt length adjustment to your movements and locking in response to vehicle movement For example if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply or the vehicle receives an impact of 8 km h 5 mph or more the combination safety belts will lock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers Automatic locking mode In this mode the shoulder belt is automatically pre locked The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver safety belt When to use the automatic locking mode e When a tight lap shoulder fit is desired e Anytime a child safety seat is installed in the vehicle Refer to Safety Restraints for Children or Safety Seats for Children later in this chapter 86 Seating and safety restraints How to use the automatic locking mode e Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt e Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is extracted e Allow the belt to retract As the belt retracts you will hear a clicking sound T
38. warms up have your vehicle serviced This light also illuminates briefly when the ignition key is turned to ON Check Trac if equipped Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned on and the engine CHECK is off If the light stays on the Traction Control system needs to TRAC be serviced Instrumentation Trunk ajar If the trunk is not completely closed this light comes on when you turn the ignition to ON With the ignition ON this light will flash five times and sound a tone for one second then remain on Door ajar Iluminates when one of the doors is not completely shut and the ignition is turned to ON With the ignition ON this light will remain on until all doors are closed Trac off This light illuminates when the Traction Control system has been disabled by the driver or as a result of a system failure For more information refer to the Driving chapter Air suspension Briefly illuminates when the ignition is turned ON This light will remain on to indicate that the air suspension switch is off or to indicate a possible system fault For more information on the air suspension system refer to the Driving chapter 10 TRAC OFF AIR SUSPENSION TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR TRAC OFF AIR SUSPENSION HOU OO km O DOFF TRAC ACTIVE SPEED CONTROL RCLE TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR TRAC OFF AIR SUSPENSION CIRCLE SLOWLY A COMPASS O Ltkm 0 DOFF TRAC ACTIVE SPEE
39. wiring which connects the components The diagnostic module monitors its own internal circuits and the supplemental air bag electrical system warning including the impact sensors the system wiring the air bag system readiness light the air bag back up power and the air bag ignitors Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the system Refer to the Air bag readiness section in the Instrumentation chapter Routine maintenance of the air bag is not required A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following e The readiness light will either flash or stay lit AIR e The readiness light will not B AG iluminate immediately after ignition is turned on A series of five beeps will be heard The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the problem and light are repaired 94 Seating and safety restraints If any of these things happen even intermittently have the SRS serviced at your dealership or by a qualified technician immediately Unless serviced the system may not function properly in the event of a collision Side air bag system if equipped Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near the air bag cover on the side of the seatbacks of the front seats or in front seat areas that may come into contact with a deploying air bag Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of pers
40. zone setting will eliminate this error Refer to Compass zone adjustment Compass zone adjustment 1 Determine which magnetic zone you are in for your geographic location by referring to the zone map 2 Locate the compass module and the calibration button mounted on the center rear view mirror post 3 Turn ignition to the ON position 4 Press and hold the CALIBRATION BUTTON switch located on top of the compass module until the message center display changes to show the current zone setting 5 Release the CALIBRATION BUTTON then slowly press down again Press the CALIBRATION BUTTON repeatedly until the correct zone setting for your geographic location is displayed on the message center 6 To exit the zone setting mode release pressure from the switch for greater than ten seconds 16 Instrumentation Compass calibration adjustment Perform this adjustment in an open area free from steel structures and high voltage lines For optimum calibration turn off all electrical accessories heater air conditioning wipers etc and make sure all vehicle doors are shut 1 Start the vehicle 2 Locate the compass module and the CALIBRATION BUTTON mounted on the center rear view mirror post 3 Press and hold the CALIBRATION BUTTON for 2 to 4 seconds until TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR CIRCLE SLOWLY is displayed on the TRAC OFF AIR SUSPENSION message center OOO OOO Lkm 5 Slowly drive the vehicle in a 0 D OF
41. 0 QL WSP M2C197_A lubricant 80W90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant Windshield Ultra Clear C9AZ 19550 AC ESR M17P5 A washer fluid Windshield Washer Concentrate 1 Use only brake fluids certified to meet Ford specifications DOT 3 fluid is recommended However if DOT 3 is not available DOT 4 fluid can be used 2 Add 118 ml 4 oz of additive friction modifier C8AZ 19B546 A Ford Specification EST M2C118 A for complete refill of Traction Lok rear axles For limousine use 2 2 2 4L 4 75 5 0 pints of Motorcraft Synthetic High Performance Rear Axle Lubricant F1TZ 19580 B Ford Specification WSL M2C192 A for complete refill of rear axles 183 Capacities and specifications ENGINE DATA Cubic inches Horsepower single exhaust Horsepower single exhaust Horsepower dual exhaust Horsepower dual exhaust Torque single exhaust Torque single exhaust Torque dual exhaust Torque dual exhaust Required fuel Firing order Spark plug gap gnition system 220 4500 rpm 280 lb ft 3000 rpm Refer to octane recommendations in the Maintenance and Care chapter 1 3 1 4 mm 0 052 0 056 inch Coil on plug compression ratio 9 0 1 10 0 1 1 Vehicles sold in California New York Massachusetts and Connecticut only 2 Vehicles sold outside California New York Massachusetts and Connecticut VEHICLE DIMENSIONS Vehicle dimensions 1 Overall length 5 469 215 3 2 Overall width 1 987 78 2 18
42. 4 Capacities and specifications 185 Capacities and specifications 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 The vehicle identification number is attached to a metal tag and is located on the driver side instrument panel ENGINE NUMBER MFD BY FORD MOTOR CO IN U S A DATE XXXXX GVWR XXXXX_ LB XXXXX KG FGAWR XXXXXX XXXXXXX_ _ RGAWR XXXXXXX XXXXXXX THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE VIN XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX TYPE XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX MAXIMUM LOAD OCCUPANTS LUGGAGE XXXKG XXXXLB OCCUPANTS X TOTAL X FR X 2ND X RR OCCUPANTS LUGGAGE XX XXXKG XXXXLB TIRE XXXX XXXXX XXX X XXXKG XXXXLB PRESSURE FR XXX kPa 33 PSI COLD PRESSURE RR XXX kPa 33 PSI COLD TRAILER TOWING SEE OWNER GUIDE EXT PNT XXXXXX XXXXXX RC XX DSO XXXX_ FOOOO BARTINTTR ITPIPS TR AXLE TR SPR T0000 X X XXK XXK UTC VFOHT 15294A10 GA AIR xen BAG XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX The engine number the last ei
43. 9 changing spsnacnnsiecs n 130 131 checking the pressure 159 replace een eE E 160 VOCAUING Muisereiirnes sieten 159 snow tires and chains 160 tire grad s witvesscisescdcteeieaniaeters 158 treadWear sairienssianrseii 158 TOWNE srir ne dernan Epa 119 trailer TOWING ssersrciine 119 Wrecker o 2hc exeedenn Re 140 Traction Control ceeeeeeees 111 how to enable disable 112 Traction lok rear axle 117 Index TraNSMISSION sonerie 114 fluid checking and adding CAULOMMATIC seinni 152 fluid refill capacities 181 lubricant specifications 184 Trunk remote release cceee 65 71 Turn signal eeeeeeeeee 8 54 Vehicle dimensions 00006 184 Vehicle Identification Number NIN Dicecstecedbecssencsaincnesatsvreecoosettvs 186 Vehicle loading eee 118 Ventilating your vehicle 108 204 Warning Chimes ossursnssisinis 12 Warning lights see Lights 6 Washer fluid s ascscsessscssassensteacesse 147 Water Driving through 122 Wheels anti theft lug nuts 0 134 WUIGOWS anomena nee 66 Windshield washer fluid and wipers checking and cleaning 156 OPETAllON as iscesdess sdeveseedecewtaadessis 55 replacing wiper blades 157 Wrecker towing o 140 205 206 207 Filling station information Required fuel Refer to Octane recommendations in the Maintenance
44. 98 child safety belts 0 98 child safety seats cee 99 Child safety seats 0 00 99 attaching with tether straps 103 built in child seat oo 99 IN TPONE seat seiorn 101 W rear seat sarrescrsriiderogeia 101 tether anchorage hardware 104 Cleaning your vehicle 176 engine compartment 178 CXUETION masnit gosip 177 180 exterior lamps cceee 179 instrument panel 008 179 WMILETION sevcsasdssasscaveransssansecns 179 180 TOULETOLS haaraa 180 plastic parts wee 178 Safety belts ccccceceeseeeees 180 WASHING sdexi tscasdsctestestactersdereard 176 WAXING e a E Ee 177 WhEEIS c ccessccesesssceseseeeesenes 177 WINGOWS ccssvssxescssssnsssasssccssssavaes 180 wiper blades cccccsecceeees 179 GIOCK irirangi n E 52 Compass electronic Calibration siroce LT set zone adjustment 16 GONTTOIS eid vcc edsedeveeacdad 60 61 62 63 POWET SC abi senangin 80 82 steering coluMN eee 59 Coolant seiringan 147 149 checking and adding 148 refill capacities 0 149 181 specifications 0 0 182 184 Customer Assistance 187 Ford accessories for your VENCE eren onaran 194 Ford Extended Service Plan cccccceeeseeeees 188 Getting assistance outside the U S and Canada 193 Getting roadside assistance 187 Getting the service VOU need erruer 189 Ordering additional owner s l
45. ABS e In an emergency or when maximum efficiency from the ABS is required apply continuous full force on the brake The ABS will be activated immediately thus allowing you to retain full steering control of your vehicle and providing there is sufficient space will enable you to avoid obstacles and bring the vehicle to a controlled stop e The Anti Lock system does not decrease the time necessary to apply the brakes or always reduce stopping distance Always leave enough room between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you to stop e We recommend that you familiarize yourself with this braking technique However avoid taking any unnecessary risks Parking brake with auto release Apply the parking brake whenever the vehicle is parked To set the parking brake 1 Move the gearshift to P Park 2 Push pedal downward 110 Driving The BRAKE warning lamp in the instrument cluster illuminates and BRAKE remains illuminated when the O ignition is turned ON until the parking brake is fully released Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P Park Turn off the ignition whenever you leave your vehicle The parking brake is not recommended to stop a moving vehicle However if the normal brakes fail the parking brake can be used to stop your vehicle in an emergency Since the parking brake applies only the rear brakes the vehicle s stopping distance will increase greatly and the
46. Check your Warranty Guide to find out which parts and services are covered Use only recommended fuels lubricants fluids and service parts conforming to specifications Motorcraft parts are designed and built to provide the best performance in your vehicle PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE Be especially careful when inspecting or servicing your vehicle e Do not work on a hot engine e When the engine is running keep loose clothing jewelry or long hair away from moving parts e Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed space unless you are sure you have enough ventilation e Keep all lit cigarettes open flames and other lit material away from the battery and all fuel related parts If you disconnect the battery the engine must relearn its idle conditions before your vehicle will drive properly as explained in the Battery section in this chapter 141 Maintenance and care Working with the engine off 1 Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P Park 2 Turn off the engine and remove the key 3 Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly Working with the engine on 1 Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P Park 2 Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running O
47. D CONTROL A TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR CIRCLE SLOWLY COMPASS HOU OO Lkm O DOFF TRAC ACTIVE SPEED CONTROL A TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR cree TRAC OFF AIRSUSPENSION stow TRAC ACTIVE LI SPEED CONTROL COMPASS O D off Iluminates when the transmission control switch TCS has been pushed When the light is on the transmission does not shift into overdrive If the light does not come on when the TCS is depressed or if the light flashes when you are driving have your vehicle serviced Trac active Iluminates when the Traction Control system begins applying and releasing the brakes and adjusting the engine characteristics to limit a wheelspin condition For more information on the traction control system refer to the Driving chapter Speed control This light comes on when either the SET ACCEL or RESUME controls are pressed It turns off when the speed control OFF control is pressed the brake is applied or the ignition is turned to the OFF position Washer Illuminates when the windshield washer fluid is low Instrumentation TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR TRAC OFF AIR SUSPENSION CIRCLE SLOWLY LL OO km O DOFF TRACACTVE SPEED CONTROL COMPASS TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR THAG F AR SUSPENSION CIRCLE SLOWLY MEN Al COMPASS J J3 3 Pa Acl 0 0 DOFF TRAC ACTIVE SPEED CONTROL TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR TRAC OFF AIR SUSPENSION DOC OOO Okm
48. F TRAC ACTIVE circle less than 5 km h 3 mph SPEED CONTROL until the CIRCLE SLOWLY indicator turns off This will take up to five circles to complete calibration 6 The compass is now calibrated 4 Release pressure from the button Message center functions FUEL ECON AVG Select this function to display your average fuel economy in liters 100 km or miles gallon gt DIST TO EMPTY If you calculate your average fuel gt AVG SPEED economy by dividing liters of fuel gt TRIP AB used by 100 kilometers traveled p gt E M miles traveled by gallons used your figure may be different than displayed for the following reasons e your vehicle was not perfectly level during fill up e differences in the automatic shut off points on the fuel pumps at service stations variations in top off procedure from one fill up to another rounding of the displayed values to the nearest 0 1 liter gallon Iy Instrumentation Checking your highway fuel economy using the electronic message center display The following procedure will allow you to accurately monitor your actual highway fuel economy Since this procedure requires the vehicle speed control system to be set to highway speeds it must be run only on suitable roadways where long distance speed control can be safely maintained You may notice gradual improvement in fuel economy over the course of your vehicle s break in period approximately 1 600 kilometers 1 000 mile
49. MIM 0 DOFF TRAC ACTIVE LAI TA SPEED CONTROL COMPASS CIRCLE SLOWLY JA WASHER LTR 100km p gt FUEL ECON AVG p gt FUEL REMAIN gt DIST TO EMPTY Z C C gt AVG SPEED gt E M MILES GAL 11 Instrumentation Safety belt warning chime Chimes to remind you to fasten your safety belts For information on the safety belt warning chime refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter Supplemental restraint system SRS warning chime For information on the SRS warning chime refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter Key in ignition warning chime Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the OFF LOCK or ACC position and the driver s door is opened Headlamps on warning chime Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on the ignition is off and the key is not in the ignition and the driver s door is opened GAUGES TRUNK AJAR DOORAJAR aie WASHER gt FUEL ECON AVG TRAC OFF AIRSUSPENSION sowy LTR 100km b FUEL REMAIN BES SSR Em RIK ZOZOTE espero oorr tracacrive INI IA IY tap ae SPEED CONTROL COMPASS km MILES GAL gt EM SERVICE ENGINE SOON E 12 Instrumentation Odometer Registers the total kilometers miles of the vehicle TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR oT TRAC OFF SLOWLY ood t Nt I SPEED CONTROL COMPASS Fuel gauge Displays approximately how much lt FILL ON fuel is in the fuel tank when the LEFT N key is in the ON position The fuel F
50. Ontario L6J 5E4 1 800 565 3673 FORD 189 Customer assistance Please have the following information available when contacting Ford Customer Assistance e Your telephone number home and business e The name of the dealer and the city where the dealership is located e The year and make of your vehicle e The date of vehicle purchase e The current odometer reading e The vehicle identification number VIN If you still have a complaint involving a warranty dispute you may wish to contact the Dispute Settlement Board U S or the Mediation Arbitration Program Canada In the United States a warranty dispute must be submitted to the Dispute Settlement Board before taking action under the Magnuson Moss Warranty Act or to the extent allowed by state law before pursuing replacement or repurchase remedies provided by certain state laws This dispute handling procedure is not required prior to enforcing state created rights or other rights which are independent of the Magnuson Moss Warranty Act or state replacement or repurchase laws THE DISPUTE SETTLEMENT BOARD The Dispute Settlement Board is e an independent third party arbitration program for warranty disputes e available free to owners and lessees of qualifying Ford Motor Company vehicles The Dispute Settlement Board may not be available in all states Ford Motor Company reserves the right to change eligibility limitations modify procedures and or to discontinue this servi
51. PENING THE HOOD 1 Inside the vehicle pull the hood release handle located under the instrument panel 2 Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the front of the hood 3 Lift the hood until the lift cylinders hold it open 142 Maintenance and care IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4 6L SOHC V8 engine Oo onon AUDE 3 GIN NO OT ABR le Brake fluid reservoir Engine oil dipstick Engine oil filler cap Air filter assembly Power steering fluid reservoir Engine coolant reservoir Battery Windshield washer fluid reservoir Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 143 Maintenance and care ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the appropriate intervals for checking the engine oil 1 Make sure the vehicle is on level ground 2 Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan 3 Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P Park 4 Open the hood Protect yourself from engine heat 5 Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator dipstick IS Tay W N 6 Wipe the indicator clean Insert the indicator fully then remove it again e If the oil level is between the MIN and MAX marks the oil level is acceptable DO NOT ADD OIL 144 Maintenance a
52. SIGNAL CONTROL e Push down to activate the left A turn signal e Push up to activate the right turn signal ae 54 Controls and features WINDSHIELD WIPER WASHER CONTROLS Rotate the windshield wiper control to the desired interval low or high speed position The bars of varying length are for intermittent wipers When in this position rotate the control upward for fast intervals and downward for slow intervals Push the control on the end of the stalk to activate washer Push and hold for a longer wash cycle The washer will automatically shut off after ten seconds of continuous use Mist Function To operate the Mist function of the windshield wipers push and release the windshield washer control quickly The wipers will cycle one or two times SPEED CONTROL To turn speed control on e Press ON Vehicle speed cannot be controlled until the vehicle is traveling at or above 48 km h 80 mph Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding slippery or unpaved 55 Controls and features Do not shift the gearshift lever into N Neutral with the speed control on To turn speed control off e Press OFF or e Turn off the vehicle ignition SET ACCEL COAST Once speed control is switched off the previously programmed set speed will be erased To set a speed e Press SET SET ACC SET ACCEL For speed control to operate the speed co
53. Trailer lamps Trailer lamps are required on most towed vehicles Make sure your trailer lamps conform to local and Federal regulations See your dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for hooking up trailer lamps 120 Driving Driving while you tow Do not drive faster than 88 km h 55 mph when towing a trailer Speed control may shut off if you are towing on long steep grades When towing a trailer e Use a lower gear when towing up or down steep hills This will eliminate excessive downshifting and upshifting for optimum fuel economy and transmission cooling e Anticipate stops and brake gradually Exceeding the GCWR rating may cause internal transmission damage and void your warranty coverage Servicing after towing If you tow a trailer for long distances your vehicle will require more frequent service intervals Refer to your Scheduled Maintenance guide for more information Trailer towing tips e Practice turning stopping and backing up in an area before starting on a trip to get the feel of the vehicle trailer combination When turning make wider turns so the trailer wheels will clear curbs and other obstacles e Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached e The trailer tongue weight should be 10 of the loaded trailer weight e After you have traveled 80 km 50 miles thoroughly check your hitch electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts e When stopped in
54. UIPPED Press the right control to increase the time displayed 52 Press the left control to decrease the time displayed AUXILIARY POWER POINT The auxiliary power point is located under the instrument panel This outlet should be used in place of the cigarette lighter for optional electrical accessories POSITIONS OF THE IGNITION 1 ACCESSORY allows the electrical accessories such as the radio to operate while the engine is not running 2 LOCK locks the steering wheel automatic transmission gearshift lever and allows key removal 3 OFF shuts off the engine and all accessories without locking the steering wheel Controls and features 4 ON all electrical circuits operational Warning lights illuminated Key position when driving 5 START cranks the engine Release the key as soon as the engine starts 53 Controls and features KEY SYSTEM The vehicle is equipped with a master key and valet key lock system The master key will actuate doors trunk glove box ignition and remote trunk release The valet key marked valet will actuate doors and ignition only TILT STEERING Pull the tilt steering control toward you to move the steering wheel up or down Hold the control while adjusting the wheel to the desired position then release the control A Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving TURN
55. UR or CLOCK MINUTE is RDS displayed Use the SEL control to manually set the time A e Press A to increase SEL hours minutes y e Press vy to decrease hours minutes 47 Controls and features CD changer if equipped The CD changer is located in one of the following locations e in the trunk e in the center console e under the driver s seat 1 Slide the door to access the CD changer magazine 2 Press 4 to eject the magazine 3 Turn the magazine A over 4 Using the disc holder release knob C pull the disc holder B out of the magazine 48 Controls and features If you pull too hard on the disc holder the disc holder may come completely out of the magazine If this happens reinsert the disc holder back into the magazine while pressing on the lever A 5 Line up the CD with the groove of the disc holder Ensure that the label on the CD faces downwards 6 Press in on the disc holder until it locks securely into the magazine If the disc holders are not fully locked into the magazine the unit will not operate Ensure that the disc holder is evenly inserted and at the same level as the magazine A The unit will not operate if the disc holder is not inserted at the same level B Radio power must be turned on to play the CDs in the changer The magazine may be stored in the glove box when not being used 49 Controls and features The CD magazine may be
56. W LOCK fully without holding the window control press the driver window control completely down and release quickly Depress again to stop window operation Window lock The window lock feature allows only WINDOW LOCK the driver to operate the power windows SG en To lock out all the window controls except for the driver s press the right side of the control Press the left side to restore the window controls 66 Controls and features Accessory delay if equipped With accessory delay the window switches radio and moonroof may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position or until any door is opened POWER DOOR LOCKS Press control to unlock or lock all lt d gt doors DOOR LOCK Smart locks With the key in the ignition in any switch position and either the driver s or passenger s door open the doors cannot be locked using the front door lock switches POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS The ignition must be in ACC or ON position to adjust the power side view mirrors To adjust your mirrors 1 Select L to adjust the left mirror q or R to adjust the right mirror 2 Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror 3 Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place 67 Controls and features Heated outside mirrors if equipped Both mirrors are heated automatically to remove ice mist and fog when the re
57. ain Hills mountains and tall buildings between your vehicle s antenna and the radio station signal can cause FM reception problems Static can be caused on AM stations by power lines electric fences traffic lights and thunderstorms Moving away from an interfering structure out of its shadow returns your reception to normal 51 Controls and features e Station overload Weak signals are sometimes captured by stronger signals when you pass a broadcast tower A stronger signal may temporarily overtake a weaker signal and play while the weak station frequency is displayed The audio system automatically switches to single channel reception if it will improve the reception of a station normally received in stereo Audio system warranties and service Refer to the Warranty Guide for audio system warranty information If service is necessary see your dealer or a qualified technician REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER The rear defroster control is located on the instrument panel Press the rear defroster control to clear the rear window of thin ice and fog e The small LED will illuminate 7 when the rear defroster is activated The ignition must be in the ON position to operate the rear window defroster The defroster turns off automatically after 10 minutes or when the ignition is turned to the OFF position To manually turn off the defroster before ten minutes have passed push the control again CLOCK IF EQ
58. ality driver profile personality 1 or personality 2 can associated with only one personal code The factory set code cannot be associated with a personality code Do not set a code that includes five of the same number or presents them in sequential order Thieves can easily figure out these types of codes 75 Controls and features You can program up to three personal codes to unlock your vehicle These codes do not replace the permanent code that the dealership gave you Erasing personal code To erase all of the personal entry codes programmed to a vehicle 1 Enter the factory set code 2 Press 1 2 within 5 seconds of step T 3 4 5 6 7 8 0 0 3 Press and hold 1 2 for two seconds Unlocking the doors and releasing the trunk with the keyless entry system To unlock the driver door enter either the factory set code or personal code each digit pressed within 5 seconds of prior digit The interior lamps will illuminate To unlock all doors enter the factory set code or personal code 1 2 driver door unlocks and press 3 4 within 5 seconds 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 To release the trunk enter the factory set code or personal code driver door unlocks and press 5 6 within 5 seconds After the factory set code or personal code has been entered you can unlock all doors press 3 4 and release the trunk press 5 6 as long as the c
59. ame pump and have the vehicle facing the same direction each time you fill up e Have the vehicle loading and distribution the same every time Your results will be most accurate if your filling method is consistent Calculating fuel economy 1 Fill the fuel tank completely and record the initial odometer reading 2 Each time you fill the tank record the amount of fuel added in liters or gallons 3 After at least three to five tank fill ups fill the fuel tank and record the current kilometer mileage reading 4 Follow one of the simple calculations in order to determine fuel economy 166 Maintenance and care Multiply liters used by 100 then divide by total kilometers traveled Divide total miles traveled by total gallons used Keep a record for at least one month and record the type of driving city or highway This will provide an accurate estimate of the vehicle s fuel economy Additionally keeping records during summer and winter will show how temperature impacts fuel economy In general lower temperatures give lower fuel economy Driving style good driving and fuel economy habits Give consideration to the lists that follow and you may be able to change a number of variables and improve your fuel economy Habits e Smooth moderate operation can yield up to 10 savings in fuel e Steady speeds without stopping will usually give the best fuel economy e Idling for long periods of time greater than o
60. amount of hiss and static during tape playback Press the 59 control to activate and deactivate Dolby noise reduction The noise reduction system is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation aeg 43 Controls and features Compression feature Compression adjust brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level Press the COMP control to activate and deactivate compression adjust The effect of the feature varies with the music content Shuffle feature The shuffle feature operates in CD mode and plays all tracks on the SHUFF current disc in random order If equipped with the CD changer the shuffle feature continues to the next disc after all tracks are played Press the SHUFFLE control to start this feature Random order play will continue until the SHUFFLE control is pressed again Radio data system RDS feature This feature allows your audio system to receive station identification or program type from RDS equipped RM radio stations The Federal Communications Commission FCC and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission CRTC recommend FM radio broadcasters to use RDS technology to transmit information FM radio stations are independently operated and individually elect to use RDS technology to transmit station ID and program type as desired Press the RDS control Use the SEL of control to select ON or OFF to A enable or
61. and care chapter Engine oil capacity 4 7L 5 0 quarts Use Motorcraft includes filter change 5W30 Super Premium Motor Oil Ford specification WSS M2C153 G Tire pressure and size Refer to the Certification Label located on the driver s door Hood release Pull handle under the left side of fee terme Power steering fluid capacity Fill to line on reservoir Use pee Motorcraft MERCON ATF Transmission fluid capacity 13 1L 18 9 quarts Use a l Motorcraft MERCON V ATF 1 Use Ford Premium Engine Coolant green in color DO NOT USE Ford Extended Life Engine Coolant orange in color Refer to Adding engine coolant in the Maintenance and Care chapter 2 Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick handle MERCON and MERCON V are not interchangeable DO NOT mix MERCON and MERCON V Refer to your Scheduled Maintenance Guide to determine the correct service interval 208
62. ar window defrost is activated Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or attempt to readjust the mirror glass if it is frozen in place These actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS When these locks are set the rear doors cannot be opened from the inside The rear doors can be opened from the outside when the doors are unlocked ah LOCKED VERROUILLEE el CHILD LOCK ABOVE SECURITE ENFANTS ENHAUT The childproof locks are located on rear edge of each rear door and must be set separately for each door Setting the lock for one door will not automatically set the lock for both doors Move lock control up to engage the lock Move control down to disengage childproof locks MEMORY SEATS IF EQUIPPED This system allows automatic positioning of the driver seat and outside rearview mirrors to two programmable positions The memory seat control is located on the driver door 68 Controls and features e To program position one move the driver seat to the desired position using the seat controls Press the SET control The SET control indicator light will briefly illuminate While the light is illuminated press control 1 e To program position two repeat the previous procedure using control 2 A position can only be set or recalled when the transmission gearshift is in Park or Neutral A memory seat position may be programmed at any time Th
63. art the vehicle If it is necessary to use the above procedure to move the gearshift it is possible that a fuse has blown or the vehicle s brakelamps are not operating properly Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside emergencies chapter Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brakelamps are working If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow it may be rocked out by shifting from forward and reverse gears stopping between shifts in a steady pattern Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear 114 Driving Do not rock the vehicle for more than a few minutes The transmission and tires may be damaged or the engine may overheat Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P Park Turn off the ignition whenever you leave your vehicle If the parking brake is fully released but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated the brakes may not be working properly See your dealer or a qualified service technician Driving with a 4 speed automatic transmission Understanding gearshift positions Pull the gearshift lever towards you and downward to move the automatic gearshift Hold the brake pedal down while you move the gearshift lever from P Park to another position If you do not hold the brake pedal down your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone P Park Always come to a complete stop before shifting into P Park Make PRN D 21 sure the gearsh
64. asoline vapors or skin contact could cause an adverse reaction In sensitive individuals serious personal injury or sickness may result If fuel is splashed on the skin promptly wash skin thoroughly with soap and water Consult a physician immediately if you experience an adverse reaction 162 Maintenance and care Fuel Filler Cap Your fuel tank filler cap has an indexed design with a 1 8 turn on off feature When fueling your vehicle 1 Turn the engine off 2 Carefully turn the filler cap counterclockwise 1 8 of a turn until it stops 3 Pull to remove the cap from the fuel filler pipe 4 To install the cap align the tabs on the cap with the notches on the filler pipe 5 Turn the filler cap clockwise 1 8 of a turn until it stops If the Service Engine Soon Check Engine indicator comes on and stays on when you start the engine the fuel filler cap may not be properly installed Turn off the engine remove the fuel filler cap and reinstall it being careful to align the cap properly If you must replace the fuel filler cap replace it with a fuel filler cap that is designed for your vehicle The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel tank or fuel system if the correct genuine Ford or Motorcraft fuel filler cap is not used The fuel system may be under pressure If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler
65. at the procedure Wait 30 seconds before repeating the procedure 1 Turn ignition key to ON 2 Press power door unlock control on the door panel 3 times 3 Turn ignition key from ON to OFF 4 Press power door unlock control 3 times 5 Turn ignition key back to ON The doors will lock and unlock 6 Press unlock control twice within 5 seconds The horn will chirp twice upon successful toggling of the horn chirp feature 7 Turn ignition to OFF 70 Controls and features Opening the trunk Press the control once to open the trunk Ensure that the trunk is closed and latched before driving your vehicle Failure to latch the trunk may cause objects to fall out of the trunk or block the rear view The remote entry system allows you to open the trunk while the ignition is in any position However if the ignition is in the ON position and the gearshift is in D Drive the trunk will only open if the vehicle is moving 5 km h 8 mph or slower Sounding a panic alarm Press this control to activate the alarm The alarm will only operate if the ignition is in the OFF position To deactivate the alarm press the control again or turn the ignition to ACC or ON This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference receive
66. atch the gearshift lever in P Park and leave the engine running 5 Remove the dipstick wiping it clean with a clean dry lint free rag 6 Install the dipstick making sure it is fully seated in the filler tube 152 Maintenance and care 7 Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid level The fluid should be in the designated area for normal operating temperature H or ambient temperature C Low fluid level Do not drive the vehicle if the fluid 4 level is at the bottom of the dipstick and the ambient temperature is above 10 C 50 F Correct fluid level The transmission fluid should be checked at normal operating temperature 66 C 77 C 150 F 170 F on a level surface The normal operating temperature can be reached after approximately 30 km 20 miles of driving You can check the fluid without driving if the ambient temperature is above 10 C 50 F However if fluid is added at this time an overfill condition could result when the vehicle reaches normal operating temperature The transmission fluid should be in this range if at normal operating temperature 66 C 77 C 150 F 170 F The transmission fluid should be in this range if at ambient temperature 10 C 35 C 50 F 95 F High fluid level Fluid levels above the safe range may result in transmission failure An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and or engagement concerns and or possible damage High flu
67. ating information If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped in an open area for long periods of time open the windows at least 2 5 cm one inch Adjust the heating or air conditioning if equipped to bring in fresh air Improve vehicle ventilation by keeping all air inlet vents clear of snow leaves and other debris 108 Driving BRAKES Your service brakes are self adjusting Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for scheduled maintenance Occasional brake noise is normal and often does not indicate a performance concern with the vehicle s brake system In normal operation automotive brake systems may emit occasional or intermittent squeal or groan noises when the brakes are applied Such noises are usually heard during the first few brake applications in the morning however they may be heard at any time while braking and can be aggravated by environmental conditions such as cold heat moisture road dust salt or mud If a metal to metal continuous grinding or continuous squeal sound is present while braking the brake linings may be worn out and should be inspected by a qualified service technician Anti lock brake system ABS On vehicles equipped with an anti lock braking system ABS a noise from the hydraulic pump motor and pulsation in the pedal may be observed during ABS braking events Pedal pulsation coupled with noise while braking under panic conditions or on loose gravel
68. ations This feature is helpful on trips when you travel between cities with different radio stations Starting autoset memory preset 1 Select a frequency using the AM FM select controls 2 Press the AUTO control 3 When the first six strong stations AUTO are filled the station stored in memory preset control 1 will start playing If there are less than six strong stations available on the frequency band the remaining memory preset controls will all store the last strong station available To deactivate autoset and return to your audio system s manually set memory stations press the control again Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio A system s bass output A Press the BASS control Use the SEL control to increase or decrease v the amount of bass Treble adjust The treble adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio A system s treble output eal Press the TREB control Use the SEL control to increase or decrease v the amount of treble 41 Controls and features Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted between the right and left speakers Press the BAL control Use the SEL control to adjust the sound between the speakers Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound can be adjusted between the front and rear speakers Press the FADE control Use the SEL control to adjust the sound between the front and rear s
69. b socket and slide the ring off the plastic base Keep the ring to retain the new bulb 7 Without turning remove the old bulb from the lamp assembly by gently pulling it straight back out of the lamp assembly To install the new bulb 1 Insert the glass end of the new bulb into the lamp assembly Turn the bulb left or right to align the grooves in the plastic base with the i tabs in the lamp assembly When the f SQ we grooves are aligned push the bulb SS into the lamp assembly until the plastic base contacts the rear of the lamp assembly 2 Install the bulb retaining ring over the plastic base until it contacts the rear of the socket by rotating it clockwise until you feel a stop 3 Connect the electrical connector into the rear of the plastic base until it snaps locking it into position 172 Maintenance and care 4 Turn the headlamps on and make sure they work properly If the headlamp was correctly aligned before you changed the bulb you should not need to align it again 5 Carefully insert the headlamp assembly into the vehicle making sure the retainer pins are inserted into the proper holes and into the guides 6 Install protective cover on vehicle locking it in place with knobs Replacing front parking lamp turn signal bulbs 1 Make sure the headlamp control is in the OFF position 2 Open the hood 3 Twist the plastic knobs and remove the protective cover from the back of the headlamps Li
70. bag readiness section in the Instrumentation chapter Routine maintenance of the air bag is not required A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following e The readiness light will either flash or stay lit e The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on e A series of five beeps will be heard The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the problem and light are repaired If any of these things happen even intermittently have the SRS serviced at your dealership or by a qualified technician immediately Unless serviced the system may not function properly in the event of a collision 97 Seating and safety restraints Disposal of air bags and air bag equipped vehicles including pretensioners For disposal of air bags or air bag equipped vehicles see your local dealership or qualified technician Air bags MUST BE disposed of by qualified personnel SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safety restraints for children Also see Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System SRS in this chapter for special instructions about using air bags Important child restraint precautions You are required by law to use safety restraints for children in the U S and Canada If small children ride in your vehicle generally children who are four years old or younger and who weigh 18 kg 40 Ibs or less you must put them
71. block heater if equipped An engine block heater warms the engine coolant which improves starting warms up the engine faster and allows the heater defroster system to respond quickly Use of an engine block heater is strongly recommended if you live in a region where temperatures reach 23 C 10 F or below For best results plug the heater in at least three hours before starting the vehicle Using the heater for longer than three hours will not harm the engine so the heater can be plugged in the night before starting the vehicle 107 Starting To prevent electrical shock do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two pronged cheater adapters Guarding against exhaust fumes Although odorless and colorless carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes Take precautions to avoid its dangerous effects If you ever smell exhaust fumes of any kind inside your vehicle have your dealer inspect and fix your vehicle immediately Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes These fumes are harmful and could kill you Have the exhaust and body ventilation systems checked whenever e the vehicle is raised for service e the sound of the exhaust system changes e the vehicle has been damaged in a collision 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 Important ventil
72. bumps wet or snowy roads is normal and indicates proper functioning of the vehicle s anti lock brake system The ABS performs a self check at 17 km h 10 mph after you start the engine and begin to drive away A brief mechanical noise may be heard during this test This is normal If a malfunction is found the ABS warning light will come on If the vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder in the steering wheel while braking the vehicle should be inspected by a qualified service technician The ABS operates by detecting the onset of wheel lockup during brake applications and compensating for this tendency The wheels are prevented from locking even when the brakes are firmly applied The accompanying illustration depicts the advantage of an ABS equipped vehicle on bottom to a non ABS equipped vehicle on top during hard braking with loss of front braking traction 109 Driving ABS warning lamp The warning lamp in the instrument cluster momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned on and the engine is off If the light does not illuminate momentarily at start up remains on or continues to flash the ABS needs to be serviced With the ABS light on the anti lock brake system is disabled and normal BRAKE braking is still effective unless the O brake warning light also remains illuminated with parking brake released If your brake warning lamp illuminates have your vehicle serviced immediately Using
73. but you MUST replace it with a 50 50 mixture of coolant and distilled water as soon as possible Check the coolant level in the coolant reservoir the next few times you drive the vehicle If necessary add enough of a 50 50 mixture of coolant and water to bring the liquid level to the fill line on the reservoir Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot If you must remove the coolant reservoir cap follow these steps to avoid personal injury 1 Before you remove the cap turn the engine off and let it cool 2 When the engine is cool wrap a thick cloth around the cap Slowly turn cap counterclockwise until pressure begins to release 3 Step back while the pressure releases 4 When you are sure that all the pressure has been released use the cloth to turn it counterclockwise and remove the cap Change your engine coolant according to the appropriate schedule listed in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide 148 Maintenance and care Use Ford Premium Engine Coolant E2FZ 19549 AA in Oregon F5FZ 19549 CC in Canada Motorcraft CXC 10 or an equivalent premium engine coolant that meets Ford specification ESE M97B44 A DO NOT USE Ford Extended Life Engine Coolant F6AZ 19544 AA meeting Ford specification WSS M97B44 D orange in color Do not add recycled coolant to your vehicle Do not use alcohol or methanol antifreeze or any engine coolants mixed with alcohol or methanol antifreeze Do not use
74. cap Otherwise fuel may spray out and injure you or others If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap excessive pressure or vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel system to work improperly in a collision which may result in possible personal injury Choosing the right fuel Use only UNLEADED FUEL The use of leaded fuel is prohibited by law and could damage your vehicle Do not use gasolines containing methanol It can damage critical fuel systems components 163 Maintenance and care Vehicles certified to meet California emission standards indicated on the underhood Vehicle Emissions Control Information label are designed to operate on California cleaner burning low sulfur gasolines If you have a California certified vehicle and California cleaner burning gasoline is not available when you refuel your engine should perform adequately However the performance of the emission control devices and systems may be adversely affected In New York and Massachusetts which have adopted California s emission standards without requiring the sale of California cleaner burning gasoline repairs to correct the effects of using non California fuel may not be covered by the emissions warranty Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel or fuel additives with metallic compounds including manganese based compounds containing MMT Repairs to correct the effects of using a fuel for which your vehicle was no
75. ce Certification Label 119 Driving Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight could result in engine damage transmission axle damage structural damage loss of control and personal injury Preparing to tow Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure it is properly attached to your vehicle See your dealer or a reliable trailer dealer if you require assistance Hitches Do not use hitches that clamp onto the vehicle bumper Use a load carrying hitch You must distribute the load in your trailer so that 10 of the total weight of the trailer is on the tongue Safety chains Always connect the trailer s safety chains to the vehicle To connect the trailer s safety chains cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow slack for turning corners If you use a rental trailer follow the instructions that the rental agency gives to you Do not attach safety chains to the bumper Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual automatic or surge type brakes are safe if installed properly and adjusted to the manufacturer s specifications The trailer brakes must meet local and Federal regulations Do not connect a trailer s hydraulic brake system directly to your vehicle s brake system Your vehicle may not have enough braking power and your chances of having a collision greatly increase The braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for operation at the GVWR not GCWR
76. ce without notice and without incurring obligations per applicable state law What kinds of cases does the Board review Unresolved warranty repair concerns or vehicle performance as designed concerns on Ford Mercury and Lincoln cars and Ford or Mercury light trucks which are within the terms of any applicable written new vehicle warranty are eligible for review except those involving e anon Ford product e anon Ford dealership 190 Customer assistance e sales disputes between customer and dealer except those associated with warranty repairs or concerns with the vehicle s performance as designed e a request for reimbursement of consequential expenses unless a service or product concern being reviewed e items not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty including maintenance and wear items e alleged personal injury property damage claims e cases currently in litigation e vehicles not used primarily for family personal or household purposes except in states where the Dispute Settlement Board is required to review commercial vehicles e vehicles with non U S warranties Concerns are ineligible for review if the New Vehicle Limited Warranty has expired at receipt of your application and in certain states of eligibility is dependent upon the customer s possession of the vehicle Eligibility may differ according to state law For example see the unique brochures for California West Virginia Georgia and Wisconsin
77. ck on Speed sensitive volume if equipped With this feature radio volume changes automatically and slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise The recommended level for speed sensitive volume is from level 1 through level 3 Level 0 turns the speed sensitive volume off and level 7 is the maximum setting With the radio on press and hold the volume control for five seconds until the display reads SPEED voL VOL then press PUSH ON A 37 Controls and features A to increase volume compensation A e v to decrease or shut off the SEL volume compensation AM FM select The AM FM select control works in radio tape and CD modes if equipped AM FM select in radio mode This control allows you to select AM or FM frequency bands Press the control to switch between AM FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations AM FM select in tape mode Press this control to stop tape play and begin radio play AM FM select in CD mode Press this control to stop CD play and begin radio play Tune adjust The tune control works in radio or CD mode if equipped Tune adjust in radio mode e Press lt to move to the next frequency down the band lt TUNE p whether or not a listenable station is located there Hold the control to move through the frequencies quickly e Press Pe to move to the next frequency up the band whether or not a listenable station is located there Hold for quick movement
78. ck the fluid level in the reservoir It should be between the MIN and MAX lines Do not add fluid if the level is in this range 5 If the fluid is low add fluid in small amounts continuously checking the level until it reaches the range between the MIN and MAX lines Be sure to put the cap back on the reservoir TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid Refer to your Scheduled Maintenance Guide for scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes Your transmission does not consume fluid However the fluid level should be checked if the transmission is not working properly i e if the transmission slips or shifts slowly or if you notice some sign of fluid leakage Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed To obtain an accurate fluid check drive the vehicle until it is at normal operating temperature approximately 30 km 20 miles If your vehicle has been operated for an extended period at high speeds in city traffic during hot weather or pulling a trailer the vehicle should be turned off for about 30 minutes to allow fluid to cool before checking 1 Drive the vehicle 30 km 20 miles or until it reaches normal operating temperature 2 Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking brake 3 With the parking brake engaged and your foot on the brake pedal start the engine and move the gearshift lever through all of the gear ranges Allow sufficient time for each gear to engage 4 L
79. could be every three or four months depending on operating conditions Use only carnauba or synthetic based waxes Use cleaning fluid or alcohol with a clean cloth to remove any bugs and tar before waxing vehicle Use tar remover to remove any tar spots Avoid getting wax on the windshield If you have wax applied at a commercial car wash it is recommended that you clean the wiper blades and windshield as described in Cleaning the wiper blades and windshield Repairing paint chips Minor scratches or paint damage from road debris may be repaired with touch up paint repair foil or aerosol paint spray from the Ford Car Care Chemicals line Observe the application instructions on the products Remove particles such as bird droppings tree sap insect remains tar spots road salt and industrial fallout immediately Cleaning the wheels Wash with the same detergent as the body of your vehicle Do not use acid based or alcohol based wheel cleaners steel wool fuel or strong detergents Never use abrasives that will damage the finish of special wheel surfaces Use a tar remover to remove grease and tar The brushes used in some automatic car washes may damage the finish on your wheels Before going to a car wash find out if the brushes are abrasive 177 Maintenance and care Cleaning the engine Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirt buildup keep the engine warmer than normal When washing e Tak
80. d Scan function in radio mode Press the SCAN control to hear a brief sampling of all listenable stations on the frequency band Press the SCAN control again to stop the scan mode Scan function in tape mode Press the SCAN control to hear a short sampling of all selections on the tape The tape scans in a forward direction At the end of the tape s first side direction automatically reverses to the opposite side of the tape To stop on a particular selection press the control again Scan function in CD mode Press the SCAN control to hear a short sampling of all selections on the CD The CD scans in a forward direction wrapping back to the first track at the end of the CD To stop on a particular selection press the control again Radio station memory preset The radio is equipped with six station memory preset controls These controls can be used to select up to six preset AM stations and twelve FM stations six in FM1 and six in FM2 Setting memory preset stations 1 Select the frequency band with the AM FM select control 2 Select a station Refer to Tune adjust or Seek function for more information on selecting a station 3 Press and hold a memory preset control until the sound returns indicating the station is held in memory on the control you selected 40 Controls and features Autoset memory preset Autoset allows you to set strong radio stations without losing your original manually set preset st
81. d including interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Replacing the battery The remote transmitter is powered by one coin type three volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent Typical operating range will allow you to be up to 10 meters 83 feet away from your vehicle A decrease in operating range can be caused by e weather conditions 71 Controls and features e nearby radio towers e structures around the vehicle e other vehicles parked next to the vehicle To replace the battery 1 Twist a thin coin between the two halves of the transmitter near the key ring DO NOT TAKE THE FRONT PART OF THE TRANSMITTER APART 2 Place the positive side of new battery in the same orientation Refer to the diagram inside the transmitter unit 3 Snap the two halves back together Replacement of the battery will not cause the remote transmitter to become deprogrammed from your vehicle The remote transmitter should operate normally after battery replacement Replacing lost transmitters Take all your vehicle s transmitters to your dealer if service is required If you purchase additional transmitters up to four may be programmed perform the following procedure To reprogram the transmitters yourself place the key in the ignition and turn from OFF to ON
82. d the Front Axle Reserve Capacity FARC Additional frontal weight may be added to the front axle reserve capacity provided you limit your payload in other ways i e restrict the number of passengers or amount of cargo carried You may add equipment throughout your vehicle if the total weight added is equal to or less than the Total Axle Reserve Capacity TARC weight You should NEVER exceed the Total Axle Reserve Capacity Always ensure that the weight of passengers cargo and equipment being carried is within the weight limitations that have been established for your vehicle including both Gross Vehicle Weight and Front and Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating limits Under no circumstance should these limitations be exceeded Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result in serious damage to the vehicle and or personal injury The weight of your loaded trailer should not exceed 907 kg 2 000 Ibs The GCW of your vehicle and trailer should not exceed 2 993 kg 6 600 lbs TRAILER TOWING Your vehicle is classified as a light duty towing vehicle Do not tow a trailer until your vehicle has been driven at least 3 200 km 2 000 miles Towing a trailer places an additional load on your vehicle s engine transmission brakes tires and suspension Inspect these components carefully after towing Your loaded trailer should weigh no more than 907 kg 2 000 Ibs Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the Safety Complian
83. de emergencies JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames sparks or lit cigarettes An explosion could result in injury or vehicle damage Do not push start your vehicle You could damage the catalytic converter Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin eyes and clothing if contacted Do not attempt to push start your vehicle Automatic transmissions do not have push start capability Preparing your vehicle 1 Use only a 12 volt supply to start your vehicle 2 Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this could damage the vehicle s electrical system 3 Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle making sure the two vehicles do not touch Set the parking brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other moving parts 4 Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion before you attach the battery cables Ensure that vent caps are tight and level 5 Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect any electrical surges Turn all other accessories off 135 Roadside emergencies Connecting the jumper cables 1 Connect the positive booster cable to the positive terminal of the discharged battery Note In the illustrations lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting boosting battery 2 Connect the other end of the positive cable to the positiv
84. disc In any mode e Press VOL up or down to adjust the volume Climate control features e Press TEMP up or down to adjust temperature e Press FAN up or down to adjust fan speed OVERDRIVE CONTROL Activating overdrive Overdrive is the normal drive position for the best fuel economy The overdrive function allows automatic upshifts to second third and fourth gear 59 Controls and features Deactivating overdrive Press the Transmission Control Switch TCS located on the end of the gearshift lever The Transmission Control Indicator Light TCIL will illuminate on the instrument cluster onor 4 1 0 D When you shut off and re start your vehicle the transmission will automatically return to normal Overdrive mode HOMELINK UNIVERSAL TRANSCEIVER IF EQUIPPED The HomeLink Universal Transceiver located on the driver s visor provides a convenient way to replace up to three hand held transmitters with a single built in device This feature will learn the radio frequency codes of most current transmitters to operate garage doors entry gates security systems entry door locks and home or office lighting The transmission will operate in gears one through three To return to normal overdrive mode press the Transmission Control Switch again The TCIL will no longer be illuminated When programming your HomeLink Universal Transceiver to a garage door or gate be sure that people and
85. e PUSH ON O CT Cea E AD Aoma O 35 Controls and features Alpine Audio System with Premium AM FM Stereo Cassette CD Changer Compatible VOL PUSH ON S A cD TAPE D posvenn JUAPINE RDS DSP mute lt sk gt lt u gt scan auro VIE JeI IG Your audio system is equipped with selective lighting a unique lighting strategy This lighting feature is operable when the headlamps are illuminated During the operation of any selected mode lighting for the individual function controls will either illuminate or turn off Those controls which have a function for the specific mode of operation selected will be lit while the controls which have no function for that mode will be turned off Your vehicle is equipped with a delayed accessory feature This feature enables the audio playing media to continue playing up to 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned off or until a door is opened 36 Controls and features Volume power control Press the control to turn the audio system on or off VOL PUSH ON A Turn the control to raise or lower volume I za VOL PUSH ON If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off the volume will come back on at a nominal listening level when the ignition switch is turned ba
86. e terminal of the assisting battery 136 Roadside emergencies 3 Connect the negative cable to the negative terminal of the assisting battery 4 Make the final connection of the negative cable to an exposed metal part of the stalled vehicle s engine away from the battery and the carburetor fuel injection system The preferred locations of an exposed metal part to ground the circuit are the alternator mounting brackets or an engine lifting eye Do not use fuel lines engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as grounding points Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative terminal of the battery to be jumped A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery 5 Be sure that the cables are clear of fan blades belts and other moving parts of both engines 137 Roadside emergencies Jump starting 1 Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine at moderately increased speed 2 Start the engine of the disabled vehicle 3 Once the disabled vehicle has been started run both engines for an additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were connected 1 Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface 2 Remove the jumper cable on the negative connection of the booster vehicle s battery 138 Roadside emergencies
87. e compartment The traction control system defaults to ON when the ignition key is turned from OFF to RUN 112 Driving STEERING Your vehicle is equipped with power steering Power steering uses energy from the engine to help steer the vehicle To prevent damage to the power steering pump e Never hold the steering wheel to the extreme right or the extreme left for more than a few seconds when the engine is running e Do not operate the vehicle with a low power steering pump fluid level If the power steering system breaks down or if the engine is turned off you can steer the vehicle manually but it takes more effort If the steering wanders or pulls the condition could be caused by any of the following e underinflated tire s on any wheel s e high crown in center of road e high crosswinds e wheels out of alignment e loose or worn components in steering linkage Speed sensitive steering The steering in your vehicle is speed sensitive At high speeds steering assist will decrease to improve steering feel At lower speeds maneuverability will be increased If the amount of effort required to steer your vehicle changes at a constant vehicle speed have the power steering system checked by your dealer or a qualified service technician AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM The air suspension system is designed to improve ride handling and general vehicle performance during e certain road conditions e steering maneuvers
88. e and care wheels of the same size and specifications be used as chains may chip aluminum wheels Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains e Use only SAE Class S chains e Install chains securely verifying that the chains do not touch any wiring brake lines or fuel lines Drive cautiously If you hear the chains rub or bang against your vehicle stop and re tighten the chains If this does not work remove the chains to prevent damage to your vehicle If possible avoid fully loading your vehicle Remove the tire chains when they are no longer needed Do not use tire chains on dry roads e The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage Do not remove these components from your vehicle when using snow tires and chains WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS Important safety precautions Do not overfill the fuel tank The pressure in an overfilled tank may cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire The fuel system may be under pressure If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap Otherwise fuel may spray out and injure you or others If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap excessive pressure or vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel system to work improperly in a collision which may result in possible personal injury Automotive fuels can ca
89. e care when using a power washer to clean the engine The high pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage e Do not spray with cold water to avoid cracking the engine block or other engine components e Never apply anything to the drive belt including belt dressing VaR IGe G Kes NK e Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine e Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running water in the running engine may cause internal damage Cleaning plastic exterior parts Use vinyl cleaner for routine cleaning Clean with a tar remover if necessary Do not clean plastic parts with thinners solvents or petroleum based cleaners 178 Maintenance and care Cleaning the exterior lamps Wash with the same detergent as the exterior of your vehicle Use glass cleaner or tar remover if necessary To avoid scratching the lamps do not use a dry paper towel chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners Cleaning the wiper blades and windshield If the wiper blades do not wipe properly clean the wiper blade rubber element with undiluted windshield washer solution or a mild detergent To avoid damaging the blades do not use fuel kerosene paint thinner or other solvents If the wiper still does not wipe properly this could be caused by substances on the windshield such as tree sap and some hot wax treatments used by commercia
90. e fail safe mode so drive the vehicle with caution The vehicle will not be able to maintain high speed operation and the engine will run rough Remember that the engine is capable of completely shutting down automatically to prevent engine damage therefore 1 Pull off the road as soon as safely possible and turn off the engine 2 Arrange for the vehicle to be taken to a service facility 3 If this is not possible wait a short period for the engine to cool 4 Check the coolant level and replenish if low Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot 5 Re start the engine and take your vehicle to a service facility Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problem increases the chance of engine damage Take your vehicle to a service facility as soon as possible CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid 5 Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance YES I Guide for the service interval Eh N im SUS WIN F JAN schedules If adding fluid is necessary use only MERCON ATF BERS Kaper a RB 1 Start the engine and let it run until it reaches normal operating temperature the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator will be near the center of the normal area between H and C 2 While the engine idles turn the steering wheel left and right several times 3 Turn the engine off 151 Maintenance and care 4 Che
91. e memory seat positions are also recalled when you press your remote entry transmitter UNLOCK control To program the memory seat to remote entry transmitter refer to Remote entry system in the Controls and features chapter POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT Position the floor mat so that the A eyelet is over the pointed end of the retention post and rotate forward to lock in Make sure that the mat does not interfere with the operation of the accelerator or the brake pedal To remove the floor mat reverse the installation procedure REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM The remote entry system allows you to lock or unlock all vehicle doors without a key The remote entry LOCK or UNLOCK operate with the ignition in the ON or OFF position and the transmission in P Park If there is any potential remote keyless entry problem with your vehicle ensure ALL key fobs remote entry transmitters are brought to the dealership to aid in troubleshooting 69 Controls and features Unlocking the doors Press this control to unlock the driver s door The interior lamps will illuminate Press the control a second time within five seconds to unlock all doors Locking the doors Press this control to lock all doors The horn will chirp and the parklamps taillamps will flash to confirm that the control was pressed This feature can be turned on off through the following procedure Complete steps 1 7 within 30 seconds or you must repe
92. ected to the windshield In 3 2 minutes or less the fan speed will start to increase and the airflow location will change to the floor area If unusual conditions exist i e window fogging etc the manual override controls allow you to select airflow locations and the fan control allows you to adjust fan speed as necessary 23 Controls and features Temperature selection The display window indicates the selected temperature function _ AUTO or one of the override O controls and manual control of fan CD speed if automatic fan speed 6 AUTO is not desired To control the temperature select any temperature between 18 C 65 F and 29 C 85 F by pressing vor the temperature control r Clears For continuous maximum cooling push the temperature control until 16 C 60 F is shown in the display window The EATC will continue maximum cooling disregarding the displayed temperature until a warmer temperature is selected by pressing the temperature control For continuous maximum heating push the temperature control until 32 C 90 F is shown in the display window The EATC will continue maximum heating disregarding the displayed temperature until a cooler temperature is selected by pressing the temperature control Temperature conversion Press MAX A C and FRONT Q at the same time for one second to switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius er oF auTO eS i w E a
93. ed in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide If you notice that the tires wear unevenly have them checked e Four tire rotation N AN K A 1A 0 l 159 Maintenance and care Replacing the tires Replace the tires when the wear band is visible through the tire treads SOS When replacing full size tires never mix radial bias belted or bias type tires Use only the tire sizes that are listed on the Certification Label Make sure that all tires are the same size speed rating and load carrying capacity Use only the tire combinations recommended on the label If you do not follow these precautions your vehicle may not drive properly and safely Make sure that all replacement tires are of the same size type load carrying capacity and tread design e g All Terrain etc as originally offered by Ford Failure to follow these precautions may adversely affect the handling of the vehicle and make it easier for the driver to lose control and roll over Tires that are larger or smaller than your vehicle s original tires may also affect the accuracy of your speedometer SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS Snow tires must be the same size and grade as the tires you currently have on your vehicle The tires on your vehicle have all weather treads to provide traction in rain and snow However in some climates you may need to use snow tires and chains If you need to use chains it is recommended that steel 160 Maintenanc
94. egulate the use of mobile communications systems such as two way radios telephones and 197 Customer assistance theft alarms that are equipped with radio transmitters Any such equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with FCC or CRTC regulations and should be installed only by a qualified service technician Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your vehicle particularly if they are not properly designed for automotive use or are not properly installed When operated such systems may cause the engine to stumble or stall In addition such systems may be damaged or their performance may be affected by operating your vehicle Citizens band CB transceivers garage door openers and other transmitters with outputs of five watts or less will not ordinarily affect your vehicle s operation Ford cannot assume responsibility for any adverse effects or damage that may result from the use of such equipment ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER S LITERATURE To order the publications in this portfolio in the United States Make checks payable to HELM INCORPORATED P O Box 07150 Detroit Michigan 48207 For a free publication catalog order toll free 1 800 782 4356 Monday Friday 8 00 a m 6 00 p m EST for credit card holders only To order the publications in this portfolio in Canada Make cheques payable to Ford Motor Company of Canada Ltd Service Publications P O Box 1580 Station B Mississauga
95. em s treble output TREB 31 Controls and features Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted between the right and left speakers Speaker fade adjust BAL Speaker sound can be adjusted between the front and rear speakers Tape select e To enter tape mode while in radio mode press the TAPE AMS control Automatic Music Search The Automatic Music Search feature allows you to quickly locate the beginning of the tape selection being played or to skip to the next selection To activate the feature momentarily depress the TAPE AMS button Then press either REW for the beginning of the current selection or FF to advance to the next 32 Controls and features selection The tape deck stops and returns to play mode when the AMS circuit senses a blank section on the tape In order to ensure proper operation of the AMS feature the tape MUST have a blank section of at least 4 seconds duration between programs Rewind The rewind control works in tape mode To rewind in tape mode press the REW control Radio play will continue until rewind is stopped with the FF control or the AM FM control or the beginning of the tape is reached Fast forward The fast forward control works in tape mode 1 2 e In the tape mode tape direction will automatically reverse when the end of the tape is reached Tape direction select Press SIDE and 1 2 at the same time
96. er 4 0L only Off road lights Pickup box rails Removable luggage rack Removable luggage rack adapters Retractable bed hooks and loops Running boards Snow traction cables Soft luggage cover Speed control Towing mirrors Trailer hitch Trailer hitch bars and balls Trailer hitch wiring adaptor Protection and appearance equipment Air bag anti theft locks Bed mat bedliner tailgate covers Bed mats Bedliners Car truck covers Cargo liners interior 196 Customer assistance Carpet floor mats Cleaners waxes and polishes Flat splash guards Front end covers full and mini Hood deflectors Locking gas cap Lubricants and oils Molded splash guards Molded vinyl floor mats Rallye bars Rear air deflectors Rear decklid spoilers Side window air deflectors Spare tire lock Step bumpers Step sill plates Tailgate covers Tailgate lock Tailgate protector Tonneau covers Touch up paint Universal floor mats For maximum vehicle performance keep the following information in mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle e 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 e The Federal Communications Commission FCC and Canadian Radio Telecommunications Commission CRTC r
97. es or supervises a fleet of vehicles are not permitted to intentionally remove an emission control device or prevent it from working Information about your vehicle s emission system is on the Vehicle Emission Control Information Decal located on or near the 169 Maintenance and care engine This decal identifies engine displacement and gives some tune up specifications Please consult your Warranty Guide for complete emission warranty information Readiness for Inspection Maintenance I M testing In some localities it may be a legal requirement to pass an I M test of the on board diagnostics system If your Check Engine Service Engine Soon light is on refer to the description in the Warning Lights and Chimes section of the Instrumentation chapter Your vehicle may not pass the I M test with the Check Engine Service Engine Soon light on If the vehicle s powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced the on board diagnostics system is reset to a not ready for I M test condition To ready the on board diagnostics system for I M testing a minimum of 30 minutes of city and highway driving is necessary as described below e First at least 10 minutes of driving on an expressway or highway e Next at least 20 minutes driving in stop and go city type traffic with at least four idle periods Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting the engine Then start the engine and c
98. es rapidly and then turns solid after 2 seconds After completing the Programming functions follow these steps to train a garage door opener with the rolling code feature 1 Locate the training button on the garage door motor head unit Refer to the garage door opener manual or call 1 800 355 3515 or on the Internet at HomeLink jci com if there is difficulty locating the training button 2 Press the training button on the garage door motor head unit which will activate the training light 62 Controls and features 3 Press and release the programmed HomeLink button ey Press and release the HomeLink button a second time to complete the training process Some garage door openers may require this procedure to be done a third time to complete the training The 2nd or 3rd press from step 3 will activate the door The HomeLink Universal Transceiver has now been trained to the receiver The remaining two buttons may now be programmed if this has not previously been done Erasing HomeLink buttons Individual buttons cannot be erased however to erase the three programmed buttons te 1 Hold down the two outside buttons until the red light begins to flash after 20 seconds 2 Release both buttons N V Reprogramming a single HomeLink button To program a device to HomeLink using a HomeLink button previously trained follow these steps 1 Press and hold the desired HomeL
99. found in this guide was in effect at the time of printing Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation Instrumentation Panel dimmer switch pg 21 Instrument cluster pg 6 ean np contiol Gearshift lever pg 21 pg 114 Speed control Climate controls pg 55 pg 59 Turn signal and Driver side air bag Electronic sound system wiper washer control pg 91 controls pg 55 pg 59 Instrumentation Electronic sound system pg 28 Clock pg 52 Passenger side air bag pg 91 Cc Coc ae Climate control systems Traction control switch pg 22 pg 111 if equipped Instrumentation WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES N 1 TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR ome WASHER gt FUEL ECON AVG TRACOFF AIRSUSPENSION sowy LTR 100km b FUEL REMAIN HARRER Am DNI yZ yZ Zp gt OST TO EMPTY INU AT WOTLIT AVG SPEED O DOFF TRACACTIVE IN LS TRPAB SPEED CONTROL COMPASS 1607 km MILES GAL gt E M 180 110 km h 120 gt e3 2D BB lt FILL ON ET Service engine soon Your vehicle is equipped with a SERVICE computer that monitors the engine s ENGINE emission control system This SOON system is commonly known as the On Board Diagnostics System OBD ID The OBD II system protects the environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet government emission standards The OBD II system also assists the service technician in properly ser
100. ft the cover and pull towards the windshield 4 Remove headlamp by taking the retainer pins out Pull headlamp forward to access bulb connector 5 Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb socket 6 Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise about 1 4 turn and remove from lamp assembly 7 Carefully pull the bulb straight out of socket and push in the new bulb 8 To complete installation follow the removal procedure in reverse order High mount brakelamp bulbs For bulb replacement see a dealer or qualified technician 173 Maintenance and care Replacing tail lamp backup bulbs For bulb replacement see a dealer or qualified technician Replacing license plate lamp bulbs For bulb replacement see a dealer or qualified technician Replacing the interior bulbs Check the operation of the following interior bulbs frequently e interior overhead lamp e map lamp Using the right bulbs 578 Visor vanity lamp Door courtesy lamp Glove compartment To replace all instrument panel lights see your dealer AIMING THE HEADLAMPS Your vehicle is equipped with a Vehicle Headlamp Aim Device VHAD on each headlamp Each headlamp may be properly aimed in the vertical up down and the horizontal left right directions using your VHAD system The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant 174 Maintenance and care A bubble vertical indicator that is not centered between the
101. g life If a replacement oil filter is used that does not meet Ford material and design specifications startup engine noises or knock may be experienced It is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter or another brand meeting Ford specifications for your engine application BRAKE FLUID Checking and adding brake fluid Brake fluid should be checked and refilled as needed Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the service interval schedules 1 Clean the reservoir cap before removal to prevent dirt or water from entering the reservoir 2 Visually inspect the fluid level 3 If necessary add brake fluid until the level reaches MAX Do not fill above this line 4 Use only brake fluids certified to meet Ford specifications Refer to Lubricant specifications in the Capacities and specifications chapter DOT 3 fluid is recommended However if DOT 3 is not available DOT 4 fluid can be used h Brake fluid is toxic 146 Maintenance and care If you use DOT 5 or any other brake fluid that is not DOT 3 or DOT 4 you will cause permanent damage to your brakes Do not let the reservoir for the master cylinder run dry this may cause the brakes to fail WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Checking and adding washer fluid Check the washer fluid whenever you stop for fuel If the level is low add enough fluid to fill the reservoir In very cold weather do not fill the reservoir all the way
102. generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure 158 Maintenance and care SERVICING YOUR TIRES Checking the tire pressure e Use an accurate tire pressure gauge e Check the tire pressure when tires are cold after the vehicle has been parked for at least one hour or has been driven less than 5 km 8 miles e Adjust tire pressure to recommended specifications found on the Certification Label Improperly inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly possibly resulting in loss of vehicle control Tire rotation Because your vehicle s tires perform different jobs they often wear differently To make sure your tires wear evenly and last longer rotate them as indicat
103. ght numbers of the vehicle identification number is stamped on the engine block transmission frame and transfer case if equipped 186 Customer assistance GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern Ford offers a complimentary roadside assistance program This program is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty The service is available e 24 hours seven days a week e for the Basic warranty period Canada or New Vehicle Limited Warranty period U S of three years or 60 000 km 86 000 miles whichever comes first on Ford and Mercury vehicles and four years or 80 000 km 50 000 miles on Lincoln vehicles In the United States you may purchase additional roadside assistance coverage beyond this period through the Ford Auto Club by contacting your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer Roadside assistance will cover changing a flat tire jump starts lock out assistance fuel delivery towing to the nearest Ford of Canada or Ford Motor Company dealership or towing to your selling dealership if within 56 km 85 miles Even non warranty related tows like accidents or getting stuck in the mud or snow are covered some exclusions apply such as impound towing or repossession Using roadside assistance Complete the roadside assistance identification card and place it in your wallet for quick reference In the United States this card is found in the Owner Guide portfolio in t
104. gs are NOT accurate as a measure of fuel economy We do not recommend 165 Maintenance and care taking fuel economy measurements during the first 1 600 km 1 000 miles of driving engine break in period You will get a more accurate measurement after 3 000 km 5 000 km 2 000 miles 3 000 miles Filling the tank The advertised fuel capacity of the fuel tank on your vehicle is equal to the rated refill capacity of the fuel tank as listed in the Refill Capacities chart in this Owner Guide The advertised capacity is the amount of the Indicated Capacity and the Empty Reserve combined Indicated Capacity is the difference in the amount of fuel in a full tank and a tank when the fuel gauge indicates empty Empty Reserve is the small amount of usable fuel remaining in the fuel tank after the fuel gauge indicates empty The amount of Empty Reserve varies and should not be relied upon to increase driving range When refueling your vehicle after the fuel gauge indicates empty you might not be able to refuel the full amount of the advertised capacity of the fuel tank due to the empty reserve still present in the tank For consistent results when filling the fuel tank e Use the same filling rate setting ow medium high each time the tank is filled e Allow three automatic click offs when filling e Always use the recommended octane rating of a known quality gasoline preferably a national brand e Use the same side of the s
105. he glove compartment in Ford vehicles and is mailed to you if you own a Mercury or Lincoln In Canada it s found in the Roadside Assistance book in the glove compartment To receive roadside assistance in the United States for Ford or Mercury vehicles call 1 800 241 3673 or if you own a Lincoln vehicle call 1 800 521 4140 In Canada call 1 800 665 2006 Should you need to arrange assistance for yourself Ford will reimburse a reasonable amount To obtain information about reimbursement call 1 800 241 3673 in the United States for Ford or Mercury vehicles or if you own a Lincoln vehicle call 1 800 521 4140 Call 1 800 665 2006 in Canada 187 Customer assistance Ford extended service plan You can get more protection for your new car or light truck by purchasing Ford Extended Service Plan Ford ESP coverage Ford ESP is an optional service contract which is backed by Ford Motor Company or Ford Motor Service Company in the U S and Ford of Canada in Canada It provides e Protection against repair costs after your New Vehicle Limited Warranty period expires and e Other benefits during the warranty period such as reimbursement for rentals and towing You may purchase Ford ESP from any participating Ford or Lincoln Mercury or Ford of Canada dealer There are several plans available in various time distance and deductible combinations which can be tailored to fit your own driving needs Ford ESP also offers reimburseme
106. hen removing ice from outside mirrors because you may damage the reflective surface 180 Capacities and specifications MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS 4 6L SOHC V8 engine Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information VECI decal for spark plug gap information REFILL CAPACITIES Ford Part Name Capacity Engine oil includes Motorcraft 5W 30 Super filter change Premium Motor Oil ee alan Brake fluid Yl to line on reservoir Power steering fluid Motorcraft MERCON ATF Fill to line on reservoir Transmission fluid Motorcraft MERCON V 13 1L 13 9 quarts ATF A Engine coolant Premium Engine Coolant 15 0L 15 8 quarts 71 9L 19 0 gallons Rear axle lubricant Motorcraft SAE 80W90 Premium Rear Axle on ints Lubricant i p Windshield washer Ultra Clear Windshield Pill to Tine on teseivoit fluid Washer Concentrate ee 2 1 Use only brake fluids certified to meet Ford specifications Refer to Lubricant Specifications in this chapter DOT 3 fluid is recommended However if DOT 3 is not available DOT 4 fluid can be used 2 Use Ford Premium Engine Coolant green in color DO NOT USE Ford Extended Life Engine Coolant orange in color Refer to Adding engine coolant in the Maintenance and Care chapter 181 Capacities and specifications 3 Rear axles are considered lubricated for life when the vehicle is used for normal service See your Scheduled Maintenance Guide for Severe Duty requireme
107. his indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode How to disengage the automatic locking mode Disconnect the combination lap shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive emergency locking mode 87 Seating and safety restraints Front safety belt height adjustment Your vehicle has safety belt height adjustments for the driver and front passenger Adjust the height of the shoulder belt so the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder To lower the shoulder belt height push the button and slide the height control down To raise the height of the shoulder belt slide the height adjuster up Pull down on the height adjustment assembly to make sure it is locked in place Position the shoulder belt height adjuster so that the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt and increase the risk of injury in a collision Lap belts Adjusting the front center seat lap belt if equipped The lap belt does not adjust automatically Adjust to fit snugly and as low as possible around your hips Do not wear the lap belt around your waist 88 Seating and safety restraints Insert the tongue into the correct buckle the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from To lengthen the belt turn the tongue at a right angle
108. ian It should not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to your fuel tank if you continue to use a high quality fuel Cleaner air Ford approves the use of gasolines to improve air quality including reformulated gasolines that contain oxygenates up to 10 ethanol or 15 MTBE Running out of fuel Avoid running out fuel because this situation may have an adverse affect on modern powertrain components If you have run out of fuel e You may need to crank the engine several times before the system starts to pump fuel from the tank to the engine e Your Service Engine Soon indicator may come on For more information on the Service Engine Soon indicator refer to the Instrumentation chapter Fuel Filter Your vehicle is equipped with a fuel filter that is mounted on the underbody For fuel filter replacement see your dealer or a qualified service technician Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the appropriate intervals for changing the fuel filter If you replace the fuel filter replace it with an authorized Motorcraft part The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel system if an authorized Motorcraft fuel filter is not used ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniques Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you the driver You must gather information as accurately and consistently as possible Fuel expense frequency of fillups or fuel gauge readin
109. icate the bag or sodium compounds e g baking soda that result from the combustion process that inflates the air bag Small amounts of sodium hydroxide may be present which may irritate the skin and eyes but none of the residue is toxic While the system is designed to help reduce serious injuries it may also cause minor burns abrasions swelling or temporary hearing loss Because air bags must inflate rapidly and with considerable force there is the risk of death or serious injuries such as fractures facial and eye injuries or internal injuries particularly to occupants who are not properly restrained or are otherwise out of position at the time of air bag deployment Thus it is extremely important that occupants be properly restrained as far away from the air bag module as possible while maintaining vehicle control 93 Seating and safety restraints Several air bag system components get hot after inflation Do not touch them after inflation If the air bag is inflated the air bag will not function again and must be replaced immediately If the air bag is not replaced the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision The SRS consists of e driver and passenger air bag modules which include the inflators and air bags side air bags if equipped Refer to Side air bag system later in this chapter e one or more impact and safing sensors e a readiness light and tone e and the electrical
110. id levels can be caused by an overheating condition 153 Maintenance and care Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels Before adding any fluid make sure the correct type is used The type of fluid used is normally indicated on the dipstick and or dipstick handle and also in the Lubricant specifications section in the Capacities and specifications chapter Use of a non approved automatic transmission fluid may cause internal transmission component damage If necessary add fluid in 250 mL 1 2 pint increments through the filler tube until the level is correct If an overfill occurs excess fluid should be removed by a qualified technician An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and or engagement concerns and or possible damage BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with a Motorcraft maintenance free battery which normally does not require additional water during its life of service However for severe usage or in high temperature climates check the battery electrolyte level Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the service interval schedules Keep the electrolyte level in each cell up to the level indicator Do not overfill the battery cells If the electrolyte level in the battery is low you can add plain tap water to the battery as long as you do not use hard water water with a high mineral or alkali content If possible however try to only fill the battery cells with di
111. ift is securely latched fee in P Park This position locks the transmission and prevents the rear wheels from turning Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is securely latched in P Park A Never leave your vehicle unattended while it is running 115 Driving R Reverse With the gearshift in R Reverse the vehicle will move backward Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R Reverse N Neutral With the gearshift in N Neutral the vehicle can be started and is P RN D 21 free to roll Hold the brake pedal eee down while in this gear Overdrive The normal driving position for the best fuel economy Transmission P RN 2 1 operates in gears one through four Overdrive can be deactivated by pressing the transmission control switch on the gearshift lever The transmission control indicator light TCIL will illuminate on the TRUNK AJAR DOORAJAR opce instrument cluster AIR SUSPENSION SLOWLY HOU OU okm MM 0 0 OFF OA SPEED CONTROL COMPASS Drive Not shown on the display Activate by pressing the transmission control switch on the gearshift lever with the gearshift in the Drive position The O D OFF indicator will illuminate in the instrument cluster Transmission operates in gears one through three Drive provides more engine braking than Overdrive and is useful when e driving with a heavy load 116 Driving e towing a trai
112. igital Transmission Range DTR Sensor Back Up Lamps EC Mirrors 18 7 5A Lighting Control Module LCM Front Radio Control Unit Cellular Telephone Transceiver Electronic Day Night Mirror Compass Module EATC Clock Instrument Cluster PCM Lighting Control Module LCM ABS Shift Lock Multi Function Switch Hazard Lamps 22 20A Multi Function Switch High Mounted Stop Lamps Datalink Connector I P Cigar Lighter Front Radio Control Unit 25 15A Lighting Control Module LCM Courtesy Demand Lamps 26 5A Digital Transmission Range DTR Sensor Starter Relay Coil 27 0A Fuel Filler Door Release Switch 28 f 0A Heated Minos _ _____ Heated Mirrors LF Door Module Door Locks Decklid Release 127 Roadside emergencies Fuse Relay Fuse Amp Description Location Rating 30 7 5A LF Seat Module Trunk Lid Release Switch Door Lock Switches LF Seat Control Switch LF Door Module Power Mirror Switch 31 7 5A Main Light Switch Lighting Control Module LCM 33 15A Front Radio Control Unit Digital Compact Disk Changer Cellular Telephone Transceiver Relay 1 Accessory Delay Relay Signature Cartier or Power Window Relay Executive Power distribution box The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment The power distribution box contains high current fuses that protect your vehicle s main electrical systems from overloads Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses
113. ile holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer s instructions Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted 4 Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from for that seating position until you hear a snap and feel the latch engage Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it 5 To put the retractor in the automatic locking mode grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until all of the belt is extracted and a click is heard ae 6 Allow the belt to retract The belt will click as it retracts to indicate it is in the automatic locking mode 102 Seating and safety restraints 7 Pull the lap belt portion across the child seat toward the buckle and R pull up on the shoulder belt while pushing down with your knee on the child seat 8 Allow the safety belt to retract to x remove any slack in the belt x gt 9 Before placing the child in the seat forcibly tilt the seat forward and back to make sure the seat is securely held in place A 10 Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is in the automatic locking mode you should not be able to pull more belt out If the retractor is not locked unbuckle the belt and repeat steps two through nine Check to make sure the child seat is properly
114. iler the vehicle is permitted to tow The maximum trailer weight rating is determined by subtracting the vehicle curb weight for each engine transmission combination any required option weight for trailer towing and the weight of the driver from the GCWR for the towing vehicle e Maximum Trailer Weight maximum weight of a trailer the loaded vehicle including passengers and cargo is permitted to tow It is determined by subtracting the weight of the loaded trailer towing vehicle from the GCWR for the towing vehicle e Trailer Weight Range Specified weight range that the trailer must fall within that ranges from zero to the maximum trailer weight rating Remember to figure in the tongue load of your loaded trailer when figuring the total weight 118 Driving Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the Safety Compliance Certification Label Do not use replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the originals because they may lower the vehicle s GVWR and GAWR limitations Replacement tires with a higher limit than the originals do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations The Certification Label found on the inside pillar of the driver s door lists several important vehicle weight rating limitations Before adding any additional equipment refer to these limitations If you are adding weight to the front of your vehicle potentially including weight added to the cab the weight added should not excee
115. in safety seats made especially for children Check your local and state or provincial laws for specific requirements regarding the safety of children in your vehicle Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision Always follow the instructions and warnings that come with any infant or child restraint you might use When possible always place children under age 12 in the rear seat of your vehicle Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position Children and safety belts If the child is the proper size restrain the child in a safety seat Children who are too large for child safety seats as specified by your child safety seat manufacturer should always wear safety belts Follow all the important safety restraint and air bag precautions that apply to adult passengers in your vehicle 98 Seating and safety restraints If the shoulder belt portion of a combination lap and shoulder belt can be positioned so it does not cross or rest in front of the child s face or neck the child should wear the lap and shoulder belt Moving the child closer to the center of the vehicle may help provide a good shoulder belt fit Do not leave children unreliable adults or pets unattended in your vehicle To improve the fit of lap and shoulder belts
116. ink button Do NOT release until step 4 has been completed 2 When the indicator light begins to flash slowly after 20 seconds position the hand held transmitter 5 14 cm 2 to 5 inches away from the HomeLink surface 3 Press and hold the hand held transmitter button 4 The HomeLink indicator light will flash first slowly and then rapidly When the indicator light begins to flash rapidly release both buttons The previous device has now been erased and the new device can be activated by pushing the HomeLink button that has just been programmed 63 Controls and features MOON ROOF IF EQUIPPED To open the moon roof e Press and release the control e For one touch operation press and release the rear portion of the control this will fully open the moon roof e To stop one touch operation at the desired position press and release the forward portion of the control To close the moon roof e Press and hold the front portion of the control e To close from the vent position press and hold the rear portion of the control INTERIOR LAMPS Rear courtesy reading lamps The courtesy lamp lights when e any door is opened e the instrument panel dimmer switch is held up until the courtesy lamps come on e any of the remote entry controls are pressed and the ignition is OFF With the ignition key in the ACC or ON position the reading lamp can be turned on by pressing the rocker control
117. inserted or ejected with the radio power off ONLY use the magazine supplied with the CD changer other types will damage the unit Keep the CD changer door closed Coins and foreign objects will damage the CD player and void your audio system warranty Troubleshooting the CD changer if equipped The laser beam used in the compact disc player is harmful to the eyes Do not attempt to disassemble the case If sound skips e You may be traveling on a rough road playing badly scratched discs or the disc may be dirty Skipping will not scratch the discs or damage the player If your changer does not work it may be that e A disc is already loaded where you want to insert a disc e The disc is inserted with the label surface downward e The disc is dusty or defective e The player s internal temperature is above 60 C 140 F Allow the player to cool down before operating e A disc with format and dimensions not within industry standards is inserted Cleaning compact discs Inspect all discs for contamination before playing If necessary clean discs only with an approved CD cleaner and wipe from the center out to the edge Do not use circular motion CD and CD changer care e Handle discs by their edges only Never touch the playing surface e Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periods of time e Do not insert more than one disc into each slot of the CD changer magazine 50 Contro
118. is apparent reset the fuel pump shut off switch by pushing in on the reset button 4 Turn the ignition to the ON position Pause for a few seconds and return the key to the OFF position 5 Make a further check for leaks in the fuel system FUSES AND RELAYS Fuses If electrical components in the vehicle are not working a fuse may have blown Blown fuses are identified by a broken wire within the fuse Check the appropriate 15 fuses before replacing any electrical components Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire 124 Roadside emergencies Siandard fuse amperage rating and color Fuse Mini Standard i m Fuse Link Rating Fuses Cartridge 2a Grey Grey 3A Vioet Violet Pink Pink pA Tan t a ff 75A Brown Brown toa rea rae 15A Bue Bue 25A Natural Natural 4soa Orange Green Green 50a Rea Re Red eoa J Bue Yellow 7OA Tan _ Brown 80a Natural Black _ Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located below and to the left of the steering wheel by the brake pedal Remove the panel cover to access the fuses
119. it latch Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle e Keep the buckle release button pointing up and away from the safety seat with the tongue between the child seat and the release button to prevent accidental unbuckling Place seat back in upright position e Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode Refer to Automatic locking mode Ford recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether strap Install the child safety seat in a seating position which is capable of providing a tether anchorage For more information on top tether straps refer to Attaching safety seats with tether straps Carefully follow all of the manufacturer s instructions included with the safety seat you put in your vehicle If you do not install and use the safety seat properly the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision 100 Seating and safety restraints Installing child safety seats in combination lap and shoulder belt seating positions 1 Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt An air bag can kill or injure a child in a child seat If you must use a forward facing child seat in the front seat move seat all the way back Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible 2 Pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together 101 Seating and safety restraints 3 Wh
120. iterature 198 The Dispute Settlement BO ard eurini a 190 Defrost rear WINKOW ccccceceesseeeeesteeees 52 Dipstick ENUSIME Ol pyrenees 144 Doors door ajar Warning 10 Driving under special conditions through water sesirerirescsis 122 Emergencies roadside Jump starting oo 135 Emission control system 169 ENSING oa505 42eatacedcdertiqpeca beasts idedanse 184 check engine service engine soon light 6 COOlANE ciiisean 147 idle speed control 0006 154 lubrication specifications 0 0 182 184 refill capacities 000 0000000000 181 SETVICE POINTS 0 0 irsi as 143 starting after a collision 123 Engine block heater 107 Engine gil asecessuivlaverncnevetavders 144 Index checking and adding 144 145 AT STICK Arsene e 144 filter specifications 145 181 recommendations 145 refill capacities smerissen 144 181 specifications 144 145 182 184 Exhaust fumes ccccccceeeees 108 Fail safe cooling cee 150 FIOOL Mats wee eee eeeseeeeeeeteeeeeees 69 Fluid capacities eee 181 Puel iine kiea ERE 161 calculating fuel economy 165 CAP orses arent nnna ARa 163 CADAGIUY ssonserer oriekin 181 choosing the right fuel 163 comparisons with EPA fuel economy estimates 168 detergent in fuel 0 165 filling your vehicle with fuel oo
121. its proper level the gauge indication will not be accurate If the gauge enters the red section the oil pressure engine coolant and Check Engine Service Engine Soon indicators illuminate refer to What you should know about fail safe cooling in the Maintenance and care chapter ELECTRONIC MESSAGE CENTER The electronic message center only works when the ignition is in the ON position The message center allows you to e see problems such as door ajar and trunk ajar TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR era e see the compass direction TRAC OFF AIR SUSPENSION SLOWLY e check the on off status of air HOU OOO km N M suspension and speed control 0 D OFF TRAC ACTIVE AIJAI systems SPEED CONTROL COMPASS 14 e see how many kilometers miles you can drive before running out of fuel e see how many liters gallons of fuel remain in the fuel tank monitor the average fuel economy Instrumentation WASHER gt FUEL ECON AVG LTR 100km FUEL REMAIN gt DIST TO EMPTY mmm gt AVG SPEED TTUT gt TRIP AB Pt gt E M km MILES GAL e monitor the instantaneous fuel economy e monitor the average speed e check the distance traveled during a trip on either Trip A or Trip B You can select different features for the message center to display by using the message center controls located in the center of the instrument panel Selectable features Select Each press of the SELECT control will select a different feature as follows
122. l car washes Clean the outside of the windshield with a non abrasive cleanser such as the non abrasive Bon Ami powder Rinse thoroughly with clean water Do not use abrasive cleansers on glass as they may cause scratches The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse it with water The windshield and wiper blades should be cleaned on a regular basis and blades or rubber elements replaced when worn Cleaning seats equipped with side air bags Remove dust and loose dirt with a whisk broom or a vacuum cleaner Remove fresh spots immediately Follow the directions that come with the cleaner Do not saturate the seat cover with upholstery cleaner Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the seat mounted side air bag Such products could contaminate the side air bag system and affect performance of the side air bag in a collision Cleaning the instrument panel Clean with a damp cloth then dry with a dry cloth Avoid cleaner or polish that increases the gloss of the upper portion of the instrument panel The dull finish in this area helps protect the driver from undesirable windshield reflection 179 Maintenance and care Cleaning the interior fabric Remove dust and loose dirt with a whisk broom or a vacuum cleaner Remove fresh spots immediately Do not use household or glass cleaners These agents can stain and discolor the fabric Use a mild soap and water solution if necessary Cleaning and
123. l economy at any speed Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy approximately 2 km h 1 mpg is lost for every 180 kg 400 lb of weight carried e Adding certain accessories to your vehicle for example bug deflectors rollover light bars running boards ski luggage racks may reduce fuel economy Use of fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy e Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first 12 16 km 8 10 miles of driving e Driving on flat terrain offers improved fuel economy as compared to driving on hilly terrain e Transmissions give their best fuel economy when operated in the top cruise gear and with steady pressure on the gas pedal e Close windows for high speed driving EPA window sticker Every new vehicle should have the EPA window sticker Contact your dealer if the window sticker is not supplied with your vehicle The EPA window sticker should be your guide for the fuel economy comparisons with other vehicles It is important to note the box in the lower left corner of the window sticker These numbers represent the Range of Km L MPG expected on the vehicle depending upon the driver s method of operation and conditions 168 Maintenance and care EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and a catalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to comply with applicable exhaust emission standards To make sure that
124. lamp control High beams Push forward to activate A Flash to pass Pull toward you to activate and release to deactivate v CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM Electronic Automatic Temperature Control EATC system The EATC system will maintain a selected temperature and automatically control airflow You can override automatic operation eee with any of the override controls the fan speed control or steering wheel controls 22 Controls and features Turning the EATC on Press AUTO any of the override controls or the fan speed control The EATC will only operate when the ignition is in the ON position ZUF i Turning the EATC off Press OFF The Outside Temperature EXT function will continue to operate until the ignition is turned off Automatic operation Press AUTO and select the desired temperature The selected temperature and the word AUTO will appear in the display window The EATC system will either heat or cool to achieve the selected temperature The system will automatically determine fan speed airflow location and if fresh outside air or recirculated air is required Fan speed remains automatic unless the fan speed control is pressed or the steering wheel fan speed control is pressed When in AUTO and weather conditions require heat air will be sent to the floor However if the engine is not warm enough to provide heat the fan will be at a low speed and the air will be dir
125. lant and water in your vehicle year round in non extreme climates 149 Maintenance and care What you should know about fail safe cooling If the engine coolant supply is depleted this feature allows the vehicle to be driven temporarily before incremental component damage is incurred The fail safe distance depends on ambient temperatures vehicle load and terrain How fail safe cooling works If the engine begins to overheat e the engine coolant temperature gauge will move to the H hot area e the amp symbol will illuminate e atone will sound 8 times e the Service Engine Soon indicator light will illuminate If the engine reaches a preset over temperature condition the engine will automatically switch to alternating cylinder operation Each disabled cylinder acts as an air pump and cools the engine When this occurs the vehicle will still operate however e the engine power will be limited e the air conditioning system will be disabled Continued operation will increase the engine temperature e the E symbol will begin to flash e atone will sound 5 times e the engine will completely shut down causing steering and braking effort to increase Once the engine temperature cools the engine can be re started Take your vehicle to a service facility as soon as possible to minimize engine damage 150 Maintenance and care When fail safe mode is activated You have limited engine power when in th
126. le 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 rigid engineering and safety specifications Ford accessories are warranted for up to 12 months or 20 000 km 12 000 miles on all cars and light trucks and 12 months with unlimited distance on medium heavy duty trucks unless the accessory is installed on a new vehicle then the warranty becomes the balance of the new vehicle s warranty or the accessories warranty whichever is greater See your dealer for complete warranty information and availability Not all accessories are available for all models Vehicle Security Remote keyless entry Styled wheel protector locks Vehicle security systems Comfort and convenience Air conditioner Air filtration systems Cargo nets Cargo organizers Cargo shades Cargo trays Dash trim Engine block heaters Gear shift knob Luggage presenter Continental only Manual sliding rear window Tire step 195 Customer assistance Travel equipment Console Console armrest Daytime running lights Factory luggage rack Factory luggage rack adaptors Fog lights Framed luggage covers Heavy duty battery Neutral towing transfer case kit Explor
127. led and normal braking is still effective unless the brake warning light also remains illuminated with parking brake released Turn signal Iluminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on If one or both of the a o gt indicators stay on continuously or flash faster check for a burned out turn signal bulb Refer to Exterior bulbs in the Maintenance and care chapter High beams Iluminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on D Instrumentation Charging system Iluminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position and the engine is off The light also illuminates when the battery is not charging properly requiring electrical system service Engine oil pressure Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position TF and the engine is off Iluminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and switch off the engine immediately Check the oil level and add oil if needed Refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Care chapter Engine coolant temperature Illuminates when the engine coolant temperature is high Stop the E vehicle as soon as safely possible ae Jog switch off the engine and let it cool Never remove the coolant recovery cap while the engine is running or hot Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and care chapter If light stays on or continues to turn on after the vehicle
128. ler up or down steep hills e additional engine braking is desired If towing a trailer refer to Driving while you tow in the Trailer Towing chapter To return to Overdrive mode press the transmission control switch The O D OFF indicator light will no longer be illuminated Each time the vehicle is started the transmission will automatically return to normal Overdrive mode Every time the vehicle is shut off and restarted you must press the transmission control switch to cancel overdrive operation if the Overdrive mode is not desired 2 Second Use 2 Second to start up on slippery roads or to provide a ee ae ieee downgrades 1 First Use 1 Low to provide maximum O engine braking on steep P RN 241 downgrades Upshifts can be made fe ll by shifting to 2 Second or to Overdrive Selecting 1 Low at higher speeds causes the transmission to shift to a lower gear and will shift to 1 Low after vehicle decelerates to the proper speed TRACTION LOK AXLE IF EQUIPPED This axle provides added traction on slippery surfaces particularly when one wheel is on a poor traction surface Under normal conditions the Traction Lok axle functions like a standard rear axle Extended use of other than the manufacturer s specified size tires on a Traction Lok rear axle could result in a permanent reduction in effectiveness This loss of effectiveness does not affect normal driving and should not be noticeable to the driver To avoid
129. ls and features Cleaning cassetie player if equipped Clean the tape player head with a cassette cleaning cartridge after ten to twelve hours of play in order to maintain the best sound and operation Cassette and cassette player care e Use only cassettes that are 90 minutes long or less e Do not expose tapes to direct sunlight high humidity extreme heat or extreme cold Allow tapes that may have been exposed to extreme temperatures to reach a moderate temperature before playing e Tighten very loose tapes by inserting a finger or pencil into the hole and turning the hub e Remove loose labels before inserting tapes e Do not leave tapes in the cassette player for a long time when not being played Radio frequency information The Federal Communications Commission FCC and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission CRTC establish the frequencies AM and FM stations may use for their broadcasts Allowable frequencies are AM 530 540 1600 1610 kHz FM 87 9 88 1 107 1 107 9 MHz Not all frequencies are used in a given area Radio reception factors Three factors can affect radio reception e Distance strength The further an FM signal travels the weaker it is The listenable range of the average FM station is approximately 40 km 24 miles This range can be affected by signal modulation Signal modulation is a process radio stations use to increase their strength volume relative to other stations e Terr
130. lug nuts until the wheel has been lowered 133 Roadside emergencies 9 Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise 10 Remove the jack and fully tighten the lug nuts in the order shown 11 Put flat tire jack and lug wrench away 12 Turn on the air suspension switch Anti theft lug nuts if equipped If your vehicle is equipped with this feature one of the lug nuts on each wheel must be removed and replaced with a special key The key and registration card are attached to the lug wrench and stored with the spare tire If you lose the key send the registration card to the manufacturer not the dealer to get a replacement key If the lug wrench lug nut key assembly is lost see your nearest Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer who has access to the master set of keys Do not use an impact wrench with the anti theft key Removing the anti theft lug nut 1 Insert the key over the locking lug nut Make sure you hold the key square to the lug nut If you hold the key at an angle you could damage the key and the lug nut 2 Place the lug nut wrench over the lug nut key and apply pressure on the key with the wrench 3 Turn the wrench in a counterclockwise direction to remove the lug nut Reinstalling the anti theft lug nut 1 Insert the key over the locking lug nut 2 Place the lug nut wrench over the lug nut key and apply pressure on the key with the wrench 3 Install the lug nut 134 Roadsi
131. ly electronic spark and fuel injection systems This process is very sensitive to driving conditions and very fast acting The rear wheels search for optimum traction several times a second and adjustments are made accordingly The Traction Control system will allow your vehicle to make better use of available traction on slippery surfaces The system is a driver aid which makes your vehicle easier to handle primarily on snow and ice covered roads During Traction Control operation you may hear an electric motor type of sound coming from the engine compartment and the engine will not rev up when you push further on the accelerator This is normal system behavior If you should become stuck in snow or ice or on a very slippery road surface try switching the Traction Control system off This may allow excess wheel spin to dig the vehicle out and enable a successful rocking maneuver If the Traction Control system is cycled excessively the brake portion of the system will shut down to prevent the rear brakes from overheating A limited Traction Control function using only engine torque reduction will still control wheels from over spinning When the rear brakes have cooled down the system will again function normally Anti lock braking is not affected by this condition and will function normally during the cool down period Traction control switch The traction control switch is located on the left side of the glov
132. maintaining the safety belts Clean the safety belts with a mild soap solution recommended for cleaning upholstery or carpets Do not bleach or dye the belts because these actions may weaken the belt webbing Check the safety belt system periodically to make sure there are no nicks wear or cuts If your vehicle has been involved in an accident refer to the Safety belt maintenance section in the Seating and safety restraints chapter Underbody Flush the complete underside of vehicle frequently Keep body drain holes unplugged Inspect for road damage Cleaning leather seats if equipped To clean simply use a soft cloth dampened with water and a mild soap Wipe the leather again with a damp cloth to remove soap residue Dry with a soft cloth For tougher soiling concerns Ford recommends using the Deluxe Leather Care Kit F8AZ 19G253 AA which is available from your Ford Dealer This mild cleaner and special pad cleans the leather and maintains its natural beauty Follow the instructions on the cleaner label Regular cleaning of your leather upholstery helps maintain its resiliency and color Do not use household cleaning products alcohol solutions solvents or cleaners intended for rubber vinyl or plastics Inside windows Use glass cleaner for the inside windows if they become fogged Cleaning mirrors Do not clean your mirrors with a dry cloth or abrasive materials Use a soft cloth and mild detergent and water Be careful w
133. mergencies 3 Remove the spare tire jack and lug wrench 4 Remove the center ornament from the aluminum wheel with the tapered end of the wheel nut wrench that came with your vehicle Insert and twist the handle then pry against the wheel 5 Loosen each wheel lug nut one half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground Refer to Anti theft lug nuts for information on removing anti theft lug nuts On vehicles equipped with Air Suspension turn OFF the Air Suspension switch prior to jacking hoisting or towing your vehicle the Driving chapter for more Refer to Air suspension system in f information 132 Roadside emergencies 6 Locate the jack notch next to the door closest to the tire you are ka changing then place the jack on the frame rail directly behind the notch Turn the jack handle clockwise until the wheel is completely off the ground To lessen the risk of personal injury do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire Do not start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack The jack is only meant for changing the tire e Never use the rear differential as a jacking point T Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench 8 Replace the flat tire with the spare tire making sure the valve stem is facing outward Reinstall lug nuts until the wheel is snug against the hub Do not fully tighten the
134. n the ove desired speed is reached or A Press and release CST COAST Each press will decrease the set speed by 1 6 km h 1 mph or Depress the brake pedal When the desired vehicle speed is reached press SET SET ACC SET ACCEL 57 Controls and features To disengage speed control e Depress the brake pedal Disengaging the speed control will not erase the previously programmed set speed Pressing OFF will erase the previously programmed set speed To return to a previously set speed e Press RES RSM RESUME For RES RSM RESUME to operate the vehicle speed must be faster than 48 km h 80 mph Indicator light Indicator message This message is displayed in the Message Center when either the SPEED CO NTROL SET ACC SET ACCEL or RES RSM RESUME controls are pressed It turns off when the speed control OFF control is pressed the brake is applied or the ignition is turned to the OFF position 58 Controls and features STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS IF EQUIPPED These controls allow you to operate some radio and climate control features Radio control features e Press BAND MODE to select AM FM1 FM2 TAPE or CD if equipped In Radio mode e Press MEM NEXT to select a preset station from memory In Tape mode e Press MEM NEXT to listen to the next selection on the tape In CD mode e Press MEM NEXT to listen to the next track on the
135. n the side of the road 130 Roadside emergencies Temporary spare tire information Your vehicle may have a temporary or full size spare tire The temporary spare tire for your vehicle is labeled as such It is smaller than a regular tire and is designed for emergency use only Replace this tire with a full size tire as soon as possible If you use the temporary spare tire continuously or do not follow these precautions the tire could fail causing you to lose control of the vehicle possibly injuring yourself or others When driving with the temporary spare tire do not e exceed 80 km h 50 mph under any circumstances e load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load rating listed on the Safety Compliance Label e tow a trailer use tire chains drive through an automatic car wash because of the vehicle s reduced ground clearance e try to repair the temporary spare tire or remove it from its wheel e use the wheel for any other type of vehicle Tire change procedure To prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire be sure the parking brake is set then block in both directions the wheel that is diagonally opposite other side and end of the vehicle to the tire being changed If the vehicle slips off the jack you or someone else could be seriously injured 1 Park on a level surface activate hazard flashers and set parking brake 2 Place gearshift lever in P Park and turn engine OFF 131 Roadside e
136. n tires as defined in Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575 104 c 2 U S Department of Transportation Tire quality grades The U S Department of Transportation requires Ford to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it 157 Maintenance and care Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction AA ABC The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C Those grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature AB C The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the
137. nd care e If the oil level is below the MIN mark add enough oil to raise the level within the MIN MAX range e Oil levels above the MAX mark may cause engine damage Some oil must be removed from the engine by a service technician 7 Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated Adding engine oil 1 Check the engine oil For instructions refer to Checking the engine oil in this chapter 2 If the engine oil level is not within the MIN and MAX ranges add only certified engine oil of the recommended viscosity Remove the engine oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening 3 Recheck the engine oil level Make sure the oil level is not above the MAX mark on the dipstick Engine oil and filter recommendations Look for this certification mark Motorcraft SAE 5W 30 MOTOR OIL QUART 0 946L jemmen Ford oil specification is WSS M2C153 G Use SAE 5W 30 motor oil certified for gasoline engines by the American Petroleum Institute 145 Maintenance and care Do not use supplemental engine oil additives oil treatments or engine treatments They are unnecessary and could under certain conditions lead to engine damage which is not covered by your warranty Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule listed in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide Ford production and aftermarket Motorcraft oil filters are designed for added engine protection and lon
138. nditioning does not operate in this mode KA Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts and the floor ducts Heating and air conditioning capabilities are provided in this mode The air will be heated or cooled based on the temperature selection For added customer comfort the air distributed through the floor ducts will be slightly warmer than the air sent to the windshield defroster ducts If the temperature is about 10 C 50 F or higher the air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to prevent fogging FRONT QQ Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts It can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield If the outside air temperature is about 10 C 50 F or higher the air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to prevent fogging OFF Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate For short periods of time only use this mode to prevent undesirable odors from entering the vehicle Controls and features Displaying outside temperature Press EXT to display the outside air temperature It will be displayed until EXT is pressed again If the selected temperature is changed while the outside temperature is displayed the new temperature will be displayed for four seconds after it is changed then the outside temperature will return to the window If a manual override function is selected while the outside temperature is displayed the new function will
139. ne minute may waste fuel e Anticipate stopping slowing down may eliminate the need to stop e Sudden or hard accelerations may reduce fuel economy e Slow down gradually e Drive at reasonable speeds traveling at 105 km h 65 mph uses 15 more fuel than traveling at 88 km h 55 mph e Revving the engine before turning it off may reduce fuel economy e Use of the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy e Use of speed control if equipped may improve fuel economy Speed control can help maintain a constant speed and reduce speed changes You may want to turn off the speed control in hilly terrain as unnecessary shifting between third and fourth gears may occur and could result in reduced fuel economy e Warming up a vehicle on cold mornings is not required and may reduce fuel economy e Resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fuel economy e Combine errands and minimize stop and go driving 167 Maintenance and care Maintenance e Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size e Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fuel economy e Use recommended engine oil Refer to Lubricant Specifications Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in your vehicle Scheduled Maintenance Guide Conditions e Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fue
140. nearest Ford dealership If the dealership cannot help you write or call FORD MOTOR COMPANY WORLDWIDE DIRECT MARKET OPERATIONS 1555 Fairlane Drive Fairlane Business Park 3 Allen Park Michigan 48101 U S A Telephone 813 594 4857 FAX 313 390 0804 If you are in another foreign country contact the nearest Ford dealership If the dealership employees cannot help you they can direct you to the nearest Ford affiliate office If you buy your vehicle in North America and then relocate outside of the U S or Canada register your vehicle identification number VIN and new address with Ford Motor Company Worldwide Direct Market Operations FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE Ford has many quality products available from your dealer to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes For best results use the following or products of equivalent quality Ford Custom Clearcoat Polish Ford Custom Silicone Gloss Polish Ford Custom Vinyl Protectant Ford Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner Ford Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil Remover Ford Extra Strength Upholstery Cleaner Ford Metal Surface Cleaner Ford Multi Purpose Cleaner Motorcraft Car Wash Concentrate Motorcraft Carlite Glass Cleaner Ford Spot and Stain Remover Ford Super Premium Tire and Trim Dressing 194 Customer assistance Ford Triple Clean Ford Ultra Clear Spray Glass Cleaner May be sold with the Motorcraft name A wide selection of accessories is availab
141. nel during headlight and parklamp operation e Push up to brighten e Push down to dim AUTOLAMP CONTROL The autolamp system provides light OFF sensitive automatic on off control of oes P the exterior lights normally G zD controlled by the headlamp control O 7 The autolamp system also keeps the lights on for a preselected period of AUTO time after the ignition switch is LAMP turned to OFF e To turn autolamps on rotate the control counterclockwise The preselected time lapse is adjustable up to approximately three minutes by continuing to rotate the control counterclockwise e To turn autolamps off rotate the control clockwise to OFF HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp control to the OFF first position to turn on the parking ous Ps lamps Rotate to the second position O D to also turn on the headlamps if 7 y Daytime running lamps DRL if equipped The daytime running light system turns the headlamps on with a reduced light output when e the ignition is in RUN e the transmission is not in P Park and 21 Controls and features e the headlamp system is not turned on by another feature such as using the headlamp control or Autolamp The Daytime Running Light DRL system will automatically illuminate the tail lamps and parking lamps at dusk when the headlamp control is in the OFF position Since the instrument panel will not be illuminated turn on the headlamps using the head
142. nel three times 3 Turn the ignition key from ON to OFF 4 Press the power door unlock control three times 5 Turn the ignition key back to ON The doors will lock and unlock 6 Press the power door unlock control The horn will chirp once upon successful toggling of the Autolock feature 7 Turn ignition to OFF 73 Controls and features Memory seat mirrors feature if equipped The remote keyless entry system can also control the memory seats mirrors feature With this feature the first two programmed transmitters will recall a different memory position Press the control once to unlock the driver s door and move the memory features to the corresponding memory position just as if you had pressed the memory control in the vehicle e transmitter 1 will recall memory feature position one e transmitter 2 will recall memory feature position two e If a third or fourth transmitter is added it will not recall a memory position Memory seat positions can be changed at any time Transmitter 1 will always move the memory features to position 1 Reactivating the memory seat mirrors feature The remote memory seat mirrors feature comes disabled from the factory The following sequence will reactivate the transmitter 1 Press the SET control 2 Press any control on the remote entry transmitter 3 Within five seconds press control one or two Deactivating the memory seat mirrors fea
143. nsceiver after repeated attempts refer to Rolling code programing which follows or call toll free customer assistance 1 800 355 3515 or on the Internet at HomeLink jci com Canadian Programming During programming your hand held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting after two seconds which may not be long enough to program the HomeLink Universal Transceiver 61 Controls and features To program your hand held transmitters e continue to hold the button on the HomeLink Universal O C Transceiver press and re press the hand held transmitter button every two seconds until the red light changes from a slow to a fast flash Operating the HomeLink Universal Transceiver Once programmed the HomeLink Universal Transceiver can be used in ae place of hand held transmitters To operate simply press and release the appropriate HomeLink button the red light will illuminate indicating the signal is being transmitted Rolling code programming Rolling code garage door openers or other rolling code devices which are code protected and manufactured after 1996 may be determined by the following e Reference the device owner s manual for verification e The hand held transmitter appears to program the HomeLink Universal Transceiver but does not activate the device Press and hold the trained HomeLink button The device has the rolling code feature if the indicator light flash
144. nt benefits for towing and rental coverage In Hawaii rules vary See your dealer for details When you buy Ford ESP you receive Peace of Mind protection throughout the United States and Canada provided by a network of more than 5 200 participating Ford Lincoln Mercury and Ford of Canada dealers If you did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at the time of purchasing your vehicle you may still be eligible Please contact your dealer for further information Since this information is subject to change please ask your dealer for complete details about Ford Extended Service Plan coverage options Also please be aware that some dealers offer service contracts that are not backed by Ford Motor Company or Ford of Canada On the surface many independent plans appear to be like Ford s The problem is that they can often require the use of non factory approved parts and have much more complex and restrictive claims coverage terms than Ford At Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada we are dedicated to providing Ford Lincoln and Mercury vehicle owners with programs that will enhance your ownership experience and protect you from unexpected repair bills Genuine Ford ESP is the only Extended Service Plan that enables us to provide that service 188 Customer assistance Getting the service you need At home Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada have authorized dealerships to service your vehicle When you need warra
145. ntain ignition in RUN for at least one second 2 Turn ignition to OFF and remove the first SecuriLock key from the ignition 3 Within five seconds of turning the ignition to OFF insert the second previously programmed SecuriLock key into the ignition and turn the ignition from OFF to RUN maintain ignition in RUN for at least one second but no more than 5 seconds 4 Turn the ignition to OFF and remove the second SecuriLock key from the ignition 5 Within 10 seconds of turning the ignition to OFF insert the unprogrammed SecuriLock key new key valet key into the ignition and turn the ignition from OFF to RUN maintain ignition in RUN for at least one second This step will program your new SecuriLock key 6 To program additional SecuriLock key s repeat this procedure from step 1 If the programming procedure was successful the new SecuriLock key s will start the vehicle s engine The theft indicator located on the instrument panel will light for three seconds and then go out If the programming procedure was not successful the new SecuriLock key s will not operate the vehicle s engine The theft indicator will flash on and off Wait at least one minute and then repeat the procedure from step 1 If failure repeats bring your vehicle to your dealership to have the spare SecuriLock key s programmed 79 Seating and safety restraints SEATING Head restraints Your vehicle s seats ma
146. ntrol must be ON and the vehicle speed must be greater than 48 km h 80 mph If you drive up or down a steep hill your vehicle speed may vary momentarily slower or faster than the set speed This is normal Speed control cannot reduce the vehicle speed if it increases above the set speed on a downhill If your vehicle speed is faster than the set speed while driving on a downhill you may want to shift to the next lower gear or apply the brakes to reduce your vehicle speed If your vehicle slows down more than 16 km h 10 mph below your set speed on an uphill your speed control will disengage This is normal Pressing RES RSM RESUME will re engage it 56 Controls and features Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding slippery or unpaved To set a higher set speed e Press and hold SET SET ACC SET ACCEL Release the control when the desired vehicle speed is reached or Press and release SET SET ACC SET ACCEL Each press will increase the set speed by 1 6 km h 1 mph or Accelerate with your accelerator pedal When the desired vehicle speed is reached press and release SET SET ACC SET ACCEL You can accelerate with the accelerator pedal at any time during speed control usage Releasing the accelerator pedal will return your vehicle to the previously programmed set speed To set a lower set speed Press and hold CST COAST Release the control whe
147. nts Traction Lok axles use 2 2 2 4L 4 75 5 0 pints of rear axle lubricant Add 118 ml 4 oz of additive friction modifier C8AZ 19B546 A Ford specification EST M2C118 A for complete refill of Traction Lok rear axle For limousine use 2 2 2 4L 4 75 5 0 pints of Motorcraft Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant F1TZ 19580 B Ford specification WSL M2C192 A for complete refill of rear axle Service refill capacities are determined by filling the rear axle 6 mm to 14 mm 1 4 inch to 9 16 inch below the bottom of the filler hole LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Item Ford part name Ford part Ford number specification Brake fluid High Performance C6AZ 19542 AB ESA M6C25 A DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Door Silicone Lubricant F7AZ 19G208 BA ESR M13P4 A weatherstrips and F5AZ 19553 AA Ford Premium E2FZ 19549 AA ESE M97B44 A Engine Coolant in Oregon F5FZ 19549 CC in Canada Motorcraft CXC 10 Engine oil Motorcraft 5W 30 XO 5W30 QSP WSS M2C153 G Super Premium with API Motor Oil Certification Mark 182 Capacities and specifications Item Ford part name Ford part Ford number specification Hinges Multi Purpose DOAZ 19584 AA ESB M1C93 B or latches Grease or ESR M1C159 A striker F5AZ 19G209 AA plates fuel filler door hinge and seat tracks cylinders Lock Lubricant steering fluid MERCON ATF Automatic Motorcraft XT 5 QM transmission MERCON V ATF MERCON V 4R70W Rear axle Motorcraft SAE XY 80W9
148. nty repairs your selling dealer would like you to return to it for that service but you may also take your vehicle to another Ford Motor Company dealership authorized for warranty repairs Certain warranty repairs require special training though so not all dealers are authorized to perform all warranty repairs That means that depending on the warranty repair needed the vehicle may need to be taken to another dealer If a particular dealership can not assist you then contact the Customer Assistance Center If you are not satisfied with the service you receive at the dealership speak with the service manager If you are still not satisfied speak with the owner or general manager of the dealership In most cases your concern will be resolved at this level Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada dealerships also carry genuine Ford parts and accessories providing you with original equipment reliability Away from home If you are away from home when your vehicle needs service or if you need more help than the dealership could provide contact the Ford Customer Assistance Center to find an authorized dealership to help you In the United States Ford Motor Company Customer Assistance Center 16800 Executive Plaza Drive P O Box 6248 Dearborn Michigan 48121 1 800 392 3673 FORD TDD for the hearing impaired 1 800 232 5952 In Canada Customer Assistance Centre Ford Motor Company of Canada Limited P O Box 2000 Oakville
149. omplete the above driving cycle The engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature Once started do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete EXTERIOR BULBS Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of the following lamps frequently e Headlamps e Tail lamps e Brakelamps e High mount brakelamp e Turn signals e Backup lamps e License plate lamp 170 Maintenance and care Do not remove lamp bulbs unless they will be replaced immediately If a bulb is removed for an extended period of time contaminants may enter the lamp housings and affect performance Replacing headlamp bulbs Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of children s reach Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch the glass The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the headlamps are operated To remove the headlamp bulb 1 Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position 2 Open the hood 3 Twist the plastic knobs and remove the protective cover from the back of the headlamps Lift the cover and pull towards the windshield 171 Maintenance and care 4 Remove headlamp by taking the retainer pins out Pull headlamp forward to access bulb connector 5 Release clip and disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb 6 Remove the bulb retaining ring by rotating it counterclockwise when viewed from the rear to free it from the bul
150. on the side affected by the collision will be inflated even if the respective seat is not occupied The air bag was designed to inflate between the door panel and occupant to further enhance the protection provided occupants in side impact collisions The air bag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains sufficient lateral deceleration sufficient to cause the sensors to close an electrical circuit that initiates air bag inflation The fact that the air bags did not inflate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system Rather it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation Side air bags are designed to inflate in side impact collisions not roll over rear impact frontal or near frontal collisions unless the collision causes sufficient lateral deceleration 96 Seating and safety restraints Several air bag system components get hot after inflation Do not touch them after inflation If the side air bag has deployed the air bag will not function again The side air bag system including the seat must be inspected and serviced by a qualified technician in accordance with the vehicle service manual If the air bag is not replaced the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the system Refer to the Atr
151. onal injury in the event of a collision Do not use accessory seat covers The use of accessory seat covers may prevent the deployment of the side air bags and increase the risk of injury in an accident Do not lean your head on the door the side air bag could injure you as it deploys from the side of the seatback Do not attempt to service repair or modify the air bag Supplemental Restraint System its fuses or the seat cover on a seat containing an air bag See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always wear their safety belts even when an air bag SRS is provided 95 Seating and safety restraints How does the side air bag system work The side air bag system consists of the following e An inflatable nylon bag air bag with a gas generator concealed behind the outboard bolster of the driver and front passenger seatbacks e A special seat cover designed to allow airbag deployment e The same warning light electronic control and diagnostic unit as used for the front air bags e Two crash sensors located under the outboard side of the front seats attached to the floor Side air bags in combination with seat belts can help reduce the risk of severe injuries in the event of a significant side impact collision The side air bags are fitted on the outboard side of the seatbacks of the front seats In certain lateral collisions the air bag
152. ontrols are pressed within 5 seconds of each other 76 Controls and features Locking doors with the keyless entry system It is not necessary to enter the factory set code prior to locking all doors To lock the doors 1 Press 7 8 and 9 0 at the same time Cacace t SECURILOCK PASSIVE ANTI THEFT SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with a coded key anti theft system Only the correct key will be able to start your vehicle If your keys are lost or stolen you must take your vehicle to your dealership for key reprogramming The SecuriLock passive anti theft system provides an advanced level of vehicle theft protection Your vehicle s engine can only be started with the two special SecuriLock electronically coded keys provided with your vehicle Each time you start your vehicle the SecuriLock key is read by the SecuriLock passive anti theft system If the SecuriLock key identification code matches the code stored in the SecuriLock passive anti theft system the vehicle s engine is allowed to start If the SecuriLock key identification code does not match the code stored in the system or if a SecuriLock key is not detected vehicle theft situation the vehicle s engine will not operate If there is any potential SecuriLock anti theft problem with your vehicle ensure ALL SecuriLock keys for that vehicle are brought to the dealership to aid in troubleshooting The
153. or socket to turn the vertical adjusting screw until the bubble is centered between the two red lines which represents the 0 mark position 5 Install protective cover When the horizontal and vertical indicators are set to the 0 mark the headlamp has been properly aimed CLEANING AND CARING FOR YOUR VEHICLE Refer to the Customer Assistance chapter for a list of Ford approved cleaners polishes and waxes Washing your vehicle Wash your vehicle regularly with cold or lukewarm water Never use strong detergents or soap If your vehicle is particularly dirty use a quality car wash detergent Always use a clean sponge washing glove or similar device and plenty of water for best results To avoid spots avoid washing when the hood is still warm immediately after or during exposure to strong sunlight 176 Maintenance and care During winter months it is especially important to wash the vehicle on a regular basis Large quantities of dirt and road salt are difficult to remove and also cause damage to the vehicle Remove any exterior accessories such as antennas before entering a car wash If you have wax applied to the vehicle at a commercial car wash it is recommended that you clean the wiper blades and windshield as described in Cleaning the wiper blades and windshield After washing apply the brakes several times to dry them Waxing your vehicle Wax when water stops beading on the surface This
154. otor Company e the names if known of all the people you contacted at the dealership s e a description of the action you expect to resolve your concern You will receive a letter of explanation if your application does not qualify for Board review Oral presentations If you would like to make an oral presentation indicate YES to question 6 on the application While it is your right to make an oral presentation before the Board this is not a requirement and the Board will decide the case whether or not an oral presentation is made Oral presentation may be requested Board as well Making a decision Board members review all available information related to each complaint including oral presentations and arrive at a fair and impartial decision Every effort is made to decide the case within 40 days of the date that all requested information is received by the Board Since the Board generally meets once a month it may take more than a month before the Board can consider some cases 192 Customer assistance After a case is reviewed the Board mails you a decision letter and a form on which to accept or reject the Board s decision The decisions of the Board are binding on Ford and in some cases on the dealer but not on consumers who are free to pursue other remedies available to them under state or federal law To Request a DSB Brochure Application For a brochure application speak to your dealer or write call to
155. peakers Tape CD select e To begin tape play with a tape loaded into the audio system while in the radio or CD mode press the TAPE control Press the button during rewind or fast forward to stop the rewind or fast forward function To begin CD play Gif equipped with CD DJ ensure that the CDs are loaded Press the CD control The first track of the disc will begin playing After that CD play will begin where it stopped last Rewind The rewind control works in tape and CD modes e In tape mode radio play will continue until rewind is stopped with the TAPE control or the beginning of the tape is reached 42 Controls and features e In CD mode pressing the REW control for less than three seconds results in slow rewind Pressing the control for more than three seconds results in fast rewind Fast forward The fast forward control works in tape and CD modes if equipped FF e In the tape mode tape direction 2 will automatically reverse when the end of the tape is reached e In CD mode pressing the control for less than three seconds results in slow forward action Pressing the control for more than three seconds results in fast forward action Tape direction select Press SIDE 1 2 to play the alternate side of a tape SIDE 1 2 Eject function Press the control to stop and eject a tape Dolby noise reduction Dolby noise reduction operates only in tape mode Dolby reduces the
156. r is unavoidable proceed very slowly Never drive through water that is higher than the bottom of the hubs Once through the water always try the brakes Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes Drying can be improved by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal Driving through deep water where the transmission is submerged may allow water into the transmission and cause internal transmission damage 122 Roadside emergencies HAZARD FLASHER Use only in an emergency to warn traffic of vehicle breakdown approaching danger etc The hazard flashers can be operated when the ignition is off e The hazard lights control is located on top of the steering column Depress hazard lights control to activate all hazard flashers simultaneously e Depress control again to turn the flashers off RESETTING THE FUEL PUMP SHUT OFF SWITCH After a collision if the engine cranks but does not start the fuel pump shut off switch may have been activated The shut off switch is a device intended to stop the electric fuel pump when your vehicle has been involved in a substantial jolt The fuel pump shut off switch is located on the left side of the trunk behind the trunk liner 123 Roadside emergencies Use the following procedure to reset the fuel pump shut off switch 1 Turn the ignition to the OFF position 2 Check the fuel system for leaks 3 If no fuel leak
157. rward or backward Heated seats if equipped To operate the heated seats e Slide the control to BACK to heat the seatback only e BACK e Slide the control to BOTH to heat the seatback and the seat cushion Rotate the thumbwheel to select the desired heat from 0 OFF to 5 HD Allow five minutes for the heat level to stabilize If the heated seat switch is not turned OFF the seat will heat up to the selected temperature level each time the vehicle is started 82 Seating and safety restraints Using the power lumbar support if equipped The power lumbar control is located on the outboard side of the seat Press one side of the control to adjust firmness Press the other side of the control to adjust softness Using the manual recline function if equipped AN Never adjust the driver s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving A Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop A Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips To adjust the front seatback using the manual recliner e Lift and hold the handle located on the side of the seat e Lean against the seatback to adjust it to your desired position You can recline the seat back or bring it forward e Release the handle when the desired position has been reached Easy access easy out feature if equipped
158. rwise the display will not show the addition of fuel for a few kilometers miles The DTE function will flash for 5 seconds and sound a tone for 1 second when you have approximately e 80 km 50 miles left before you run out of fuel e 40 km 25 miles e 16 km 10 miles If CO or CS is displayed there is a problem with the fuel indication system and you should contact your dealer for service as soon as possible AVG SPEED To use this function select AVG gt FUEL ECON AVG SPEED and press the RESET gt FUEL REMAIN control Your average speed from gt DIST 10 EMPTY that point will be displayed until RESET is pressed again TRIP A B These two functions allow you to gt FUEL ECON AVG see how far you have traveled since p gt FUEL REMAIN you last reset Trip A and Trip B are gt DIST TO EMPTY completely independent and must gt AVG SPEED be reset individually p gt TRIPAB gt E M To reset either trip feature to zero press the RESET control while the SELECT appropriate trip distance feature A or B is displayed 19 Instrumentation E M When this function is displayed press the RESET control to change the message center display from metric to English units or from English to metric units 20 gt FUEL ECON AVG gt FUEL REMAIN gt DIST TO EMPTY gt AVG SPEED gt TRIPAB EM Controls and features PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument pa
159. s 1 Set the speed control Refer to Speed control in the Controls and features chapter 2 Select FUEL ECON AVERAGE gt FUEL REMAIN gt DIST TO EMPTY p gt AVG SPEED gt TRIP AB gt E M 3 Press the RESET control to clear the system memory e Actual highway fuel economy is now displayed This current average measure will change as the speed control system changes the engine speed to maintain a constant vehicle speed This is most noticeable in hilly environments 4 Drive the vehicle at least 8 km 5 miles with the speed control system engaged to display a stabilized average 5 Record the highway fuel economy for future reference It is important to press the RESET control after setting the speed control to get accurate highway fuel economy readings FUEL REMAIN This function shows the approximate amount of fuel in the fuel tank in D Wo whole numbers liters or gallons If gt DIST TO EMPTY your tank is full or nearly full the p gt AVG SPEED display will be F If your tank is gt TRIPAB empty or nearly empty the display gt E M will be B 18 Instrumentation DIST TO EMPTY DTE This function estimates gt FUEL ECON AVG approximately how far you can drive gt FUEL REMAIN with the fuel remaining in your tank gt DIST TO EMPTY under normal driving conditions gt ING SPEED Remember to turn the ignition OFF gt TRIPAB when refueling your vehicle gt E M Othe
160. secured before each use Attaching safety seats with tether straps Some manufacturers make safety seats that include a tether strap that goes over the back of the vehicle seat and attaches to an anchoring point Other manufacturers offer the tether strap as an accessory Contact the manufacturer of your child safety seat for information about ordering a tether strap 103 Seating and safety restraints Tether anchorage hardware Attachment holes at each rear seating position have been provided in your vehicle to attach anchor hardware if desired Tether anchorage hardware kits part number 613D74 including instructions may be obtained at no charge from any Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer All vehicles built for sale in Canada include a tether anchor hardware kit Be sure to follow the child safety seat manufacturer s instructions Tighten the anchor according to specifications Otherwise the safety seat may not be properly secured and the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision 104 Starting PREPARING TO START YOUR VEHICLE Engine starting is controlled by the ignition system This system meets all Canadian Interference Causing Equipment standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio noise When starting a fuel injected engine avoid pressing the accelerator before or during starting Only use the accelerator when you have difficulty starting the engine For more information on s
161. sicirsise 12 Heating siioni rn 22 HOG EA E EES 142 IENItION siessen siisii 184 positions of the ignition 53 Infant seats see Safety seats oo 99 Inspection maintenance IVM testing sirausrerosnnitis 170 Instrument panel Cleaning suerteta 179 lighting up panel and interior sisomiossisrienii 21 location of components 6 Jump starting your vehicle 135 Keyless entry system 00 75 AULOLOGK ciacticacstiecitnness ett cdeatenc ences 73 keypad eeina a E 75 programming entry code 75 KEYS aaa RE 54 key in ignition chime 12 202 positions of the ignition 53 Lamps autolamp system cccceeeeees 21 cargo laps rreren iR 21 daytime running light 21 headlamps sersanmigocsyiuiisr 21 headlamps flash to pass 22 instrument panel dimming 21 interior lamps 00 64 174 replacing bulbs 170 171 173 174 Lane change indicator see Turn signal 54 Lights warning and indicator 6 AID DAS oreren enr raia T alr SUSPENSION eeceeeeeeeeeees 10 anti lock brakes ABS 8 110 Drake sss35 ecceiseesaadstearsaevsateatomseeess 8 charging system s 9 cruise indicator cceeeee 11 GOO AJAL krcnn ca eane 10 Nigh Dean wccsaskessonecssatensdcuserseare 8 liftgate ajar oo eects 10 TOW COOIANG wss2 scisssscesassseesssaeieeesee 9 low washer fluid 11 Oil PYESSULE sirneireroriiniitei 9 Safety
162. stilled water If the battery needs water often have the charging system checked 154 Maintenance and care If your battery has a cover shield make sure it is reinstalled after the battery has been cleaned or replaced For longer trouble free operation keep the top of the battery clean and dry Also make certain the battery cables are always tightly fastened to the battery terminals If you see any corrosion on the battery or terminals remove the cables from the terminals and clean with a wire brush You can neutralize the acid with a solution of baking soda and water Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can cause personal injury Therefore do not allow flames sparks or lighted substances to come near the battery When working near the battery always shield your face and protect your eyes Always provide proper ventilation When lifting a plastic cased battery excessive pressure on the end walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps resulting in personal injury and or damage to the vehicle or battery Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands on opposite corners Keep batteries out of reach of children Batteries contain sulfuric acid Avoid contact with skin eyes or clothing Shield your eyes when working near the battery to protect against possible splashing of acid solution In case of acid contact with skin or eyes flush immediately with water for a minimum of 15 minutes and ge
163. supplemental coolant additives in your vehicle These additives may harm your engine cooling system The use of an improper coolant may void the warranty of your vehicle s engine cooling system Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company recommends that Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealers use recycled engine coolant produced by Ford approved processes Not all coolant recycling processes produce coolant which meets Ford specification ESE M97B44 A and use of such coolant may harm engine and cooling system components D Always dispose of used automotive fluids in a responsible manner Follow your community s regulations and standards for recycling and disposing of automotive fluids Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your vehicle s cooling system can hold refer to Refill capacities in the Capacities and specifications chapter Have your dealer check the engine cooling system for leaks if you have to add more than 1 0 liter 1 0 quart of engine coolant per month Severe winter climate If you drive in extremely cold climates less than 36 C 34 F it may be necessary to increase the coolant concentration above 50 Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle is such that the coolant will not freeze at the temperature level in which you drive during winter months Never increase the engine coolant concentration above 60 Leave a 50 50 mixture of engine coo
164. t designed may not be covered by your warranty Octane recommendations Your vehicle is designed to use Regular unleaded gasoline with an R M 2 octane rating of 87 We do not recommend the use of gasolines labeled as Regular that are sold with octane ratings of 86 or lower in high altitude areas If there is a Premium Fuel Recommended Required label in the fuel filler door area your vehicle is designed to use Premium gasoline with an R M 2 octane rating of 91 or higher for optimum performance The use of gasolines with lower octane ratings may degrade performance We do not recommend the use of gasolines labeled as Premium in high altitude areas that are sold with octane ratings of less than 91 Do not be concerned if your engine sometimes knocks lightly However if it knocks heavily under most driving conditions while you are using fuel with the recommended octane rating see your dealer or a qualified service technician to prevent any engine damage Fuel quality If you are experiencing starting rough idle or hesitation driveability problems during a cold start try a different brand of gasoline Premium unleaded gasoline should not be used particularly in the United States 164 Maintenance and care if Regular unleaded gasoline is recommended because it may cause these problems to become more pronounced If the problems persist see your dealer or a qualified service technic
165. t prompt medical attention If acid is swallowed call a physician immediately Because your vehicle s engine is electronically controlled by a computer some control conditions are maintained by power from the battery When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed the engine must relearn its idle and fuel trim strategy for optimum driveability and performance To begin this process 1 Set your parking brake 2 Put the gearshift in P Park turn off all accessories and start the engine 3 Let the engine idle for at least one minute 155 Maintenance and care 4 The relearning process will automatically complete as you drive the vehicle e The vehicle may need to be driven 16 km 10 miles or more to relearn the idle and fuel trim strategy e If you do not allow the engine to relearn its idle trim the idle quality of your vehicle may be adversely affected until the idle trim is eventually relearned If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed the clock and the preset radio stations must be reset once the battery is reconnected e Always dispose of automotive oie P batteries in a responsible manner s S Follow your local authorized LY A standards for disposal Call your t local authorized recycling center to find out more about recycling automotive batteries RECYCLE WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES Check the wiper blades at least twice a year or when they seem less effec
166. talytic converter You should drive in a moderate fashion avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration and have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity Under engine misfire conditions excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter the fuel system interior floor coverings or other vehicle components possibly causing a fire Air bag readiness Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned ON If the light AIR fails to iluminate continues to flash B AG or remains on have the system serviced immediately Safety belt Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position to remind you to fasten your safety belts For more information refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter Instrumentation Brake system warning Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON BRAKE position the engine is off and the O parking brake is engaged If the brake warning lamp does not illuminate at this time seek service immediately Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately Anti lock brake system ABS Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position and the engine is off If the light remains on continues to flash or fails to illuminate have the system serviced immediately With the ABS light on the anti lock brake system is disab
167. tarting the vehicle refer to Starting the engine in this chapter Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system creating the risk of fire or other damage Do not park idle or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system which can start a fire Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosed areas Exhaust fumes can be toxic Always open the garage door before you start the engine See Guarding against exhaust fumes in this chapter for more instructions If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes Important safety precautions A computer system controls the engine s idle revolutions per minute RPM When the engine starts the idle RPM runs faster to warm the engine If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically have the vehicle checked Do not allow the vehicle to idle for more than ten minutes Before starting the vehicle 1 Make sure all vehicle occupants have buckled their safety belts For more information on safety belts and their proper usage refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter 105 Starting 2 Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off 3 Make sure the parking brake is set 4 Make sure the gearshift is in P
168. te the playing media even if your vehicle is not equipped with a factory installed cellular phone Press the control again to return to the playing media Digital signal processing if equipped The digital signal processing DSP feature allows you to change the signal mode to suit your listening tastes These effects will change the sound quality and may need to be adjusted based upon the program material to suit your listening needs Press the control to turn the feature on or off Use the SEL control to select the desired signal mode the selected A mode will appear in the display SEL The following signal modes can be selected y 46 Controls and features e JAZZ CLUB Jazz club with clearly reflected sounds e HALL rectangular concert hall capacity of about 2 000 e CHURCH church with a high vault e STADIUM outdoor stadium with a capacity of about 30 000 e NEWS voice only type of sound with a limited audio band Press the DSP control until one of the following appears e ALL SEATS e DRIVER SEAT e REAR SEATS Use the SELECT control to change the equalization to the desired A mode SEL y Setting the clock with radio data system RDS feature if equipped This feature applies to vehicles not equipped with a separate instrument panel mounted clock If your vehicle has a separate clock please refer to Clock in the Controls and Features chapter Press the RDS control until CLOCK HO
169. tem ooo eeeeeeeeeeeteeeeeee 22 Air SUSPENSION ccceeeeeeeeeeees 113 air leveling disabled warning message CENTET aanroer 113 air ride switch off warning message Center creron iria 113 check air ride system warning message center 113 check air suspension warning message CeNteY sssoirirsns 113 GESCTIPCION eipacisiirssisri niis 113 warning light 000 eee 113 Anti theft system 77 78 79 Automatic transmission driving an automatic OVETOLIVE penssi a 115 fluid refill capacities 181 fluid specification 0 184 Axle lubricant specifications 184 refill capacities ccceeee 181 traction LOK ccs dcssesestedsieeesvessexdevs 117 Battery xicisssscssadssenesa sities ieaassaeiad 154 acid treating emergencies 154 jumping a disabled battery 135 maintenance free ccceeees 154 replacement specifications 181 SOTVICING sorro a nenin 154 Brakes seeria aan 109 200 ANUI 1OCK ois sciiesssesccseveesieeds 109 110 anti lock brake system ABS warning light 8 110 brake warning light 8 fluid checking and adding 146 fluid refill capacities 181 fluid specifications 182 184 lubricant specifications 182 184 shift interlock wo eee 114 Break in period ccccceeeeeeeeeees 2 Capacities for refilling fluids 181 CD Changer sessies 48 Child safety restraints
170. tive Substances such as tree sap and some hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes reduce the effectiveness of wiper blades Checking the wiper blades If the wiper blades do not wipe properly clean both the windshield and wiper blades using undiluted windshield wiper solution or a mild detergent Rinse thoroughly with clean water To avoid damaging the blades do not use fuel kerosene paint thinner or other solvents 156 Maintenance and care Changing the wiper blades To replace the wiper blades 1 Pull the wiper arm away from the windshield and lock into the service position 2 Turn the blade at an angle from the wiper arm Push the lock pin gt manually to release the blade and pull the wiper blade down toward the windshield to remove it from the arm 3 Attach the new wiper to the wiper arm and press it into place until a click is heard v v INFORMATION ABOUT TIRE QUALITY GRADES New vehicles are fitted with tires that have their Tire Quality Grade described below molded into the EELA tire s sidewall These Tire Quality Grades are determined by standards OCO that the United States Department e of Transportation has set N A Tire Quality Grades apply to new oo pneumatic tires for use on passenger cars They do not apply to deep tread winter type snow tires space saver or temporary use spare tires tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches or limited productio
171. to play the alternate side of a tape Eject function Press the control to stop and eject a tape Dolby noise reduction Dolby noise reduction operates only in tape mode Dolby reduces ____ __ gt the amount of hiss and static during tape playback Press the DA control to activate and deactivate Dolby noise reduction 33 Controls and features The noise reduction system is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Setting the clock Press CLK to toggle between listening frequencies and clock mode while in radio mode To set the hour press and hold the CLK control and press lt to decrease hours and gt to increase hours To set the minute press and hold the CLK control and press e lt to decrease minutes and e P gt to increase minutes n 34 Controls and features The CLK control will allow you to switch between media display mode radio station stereo information etc and clock display mode time When in clock mode the media information will display for ten seconds when the radio is turned on and then revert to clock information Anytime that the media is changed new radio station etc the media information will again display for ten seconds before reverting back to the clock In media mode the media information will always be displayed Premium AM FM Stereo Cassette Premium Sound CD Changer Compatibl
172. to the belt and pull across your lap until it reaches the buckle To tighten the belt pull the loose end of the belt through the tongue until it fits snugly across the hips Shorten and fasten the belt when not in use Safety belt extension assembly If the safety belt assembly is too short even when fully extended 20 cm 8 inches can be added to the safety belt assembly by adding a safety belt extension assembly part number 611C22 Safety belt extension assemblies can be obtained from your dealer at no cost Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the safety belt Manufacturer identification is located at the end of the webbing on the label Also use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is too short for you when fully extended Do not use extensions to change the fit of the shoulder belt across the torso Safety belt warning light and indicator chime The seat belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts 89 Seating and safety restraints Conditions of operation The driver s safety belt is not The safety belt warning light buckled before the ignition switch illuminates for one to two minutes is turned to the ON position and the warning chime sounds for four to eight seconds The driver s safety belt is buckled The safety belt warning light and while the indicator light is warning chime turn off
173. ture 1 Press the SET control 2 Press any control on the remote entry transmitter 3 Within five seconds press the SET control again Manually moving any seat or mirror during these steps will cancel the programming procedure 74 Controls and features KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED With the keyless entry keypad you can 1 2 3 4 6 6 7 8 2 0 e lock or unlock the vehicle doors without using the key Your vehicle has a factory set 5 digit code that operates the keyless entry system You can also program your own 5 digit personal entry code The factory set code is located e on the owner s wallet card in the glove compartment e taped to the computer module When pressing the controls on the keyless entry keypad press the middle of the controls to ensure a good activation Programming your own entry code 1 Enter the factory set code keypad will illuminate when pressed seconds of step 1 2 Press the 1 2 control within five 8 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 3 Enter your personal 5 digit code Enter each digit within five seconds of the previous one 4 Enter a sixth digit to indicate which personality feature should be recalled by the personal code e 1 2 recalls personality 1 e 3 4 recalls personality 2 e 9 0 does not recall a personality All of the vehicle doors will lock and unlock to confirm programing of the new code Each person
174. two red lines does not necessarily indicate out of aim headlamps If your vehicle is not positioned on a level surface the slope will be included in the vertical indication Therefore vertical and horizontal headlamp adjustment should be performed only when the beam direction appears to be incorrect You will need one 4 mm wrench or socket to make the adjustments If the vehicle has been in an accident the vehicle s front structure should be properly aligned before aiming the headlamps Horizontal aim adjustment 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface 2 With the hood open remove the protective cover then locate the horizontal indicator and the adjusting screw at the rear of the headlamp assembly 3 Use a 4 mm wrench or socket to turn the horizontal adjusting screw until the 0 mark on the yellow dial lines up with the reference mark on the marker as shown when viewed directly from above Turning the horizontal adjusting screw in the direction of the arrow changes the horizontal aim as shown 175 Maintenance and care Vertical aim adjustment 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface 2 With the hood open remove protective cover then locate the bubble level and the vertical adjustment screw The adjustment screw is located on the outboard side of the headlamp 3 The U and D on the bubble indicate the directional change up or down of the vertical aim 4 Use a 4 mm wrench
175. use serious injury or death if misused or mishandled 161 Maintenance and care Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel Extinguish all smoking materials and any open flames before fueling your vehicle Always turn off the vehicle before fueling Automotive fuels can be harmful or fatal if swallowed Fuel such as gasoline is highly toxic and if swallowed can cause death or permanent injury If fuel is swallowed call a physician immediately even if no symptoms are immediately apparent The toxic effects of fuel may not be visible for hours Avoid inhaling fuel vapors Inhaling too much fuel vapor of any kind can lead to eye and respiratory tract irritation In severe cases excessive or prolonged breathing of fuel vapor can cause serious illness and permanent injury Avoid getting fuel liquid in your eyes If fuel is splashed in the eyes remove contact lenses if worn flush with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention Failure to seek proper medical attention could lead to permanent injury Fuels can also be harmful if absorbed through the skin If fuel is splashed on the skin and or clothing promptly remove contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water Repeated or prolonged skin contact with fuel liquid or vapor causes skin irritation Be particularly careful if you are taking Antabuse or other forms of disulfiram for the treatment of alcoholism Breathing g
176. vicing your vehicle The Service Engine Soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the ON position to check the bulb If it comes on after the engine is started one of the engine s emission control systems may be malfunctioning The light may illuminate without a driveability concern being noted The vehicle will usually be drivable and will not require towing What you should do if the Service Engine Soon light illuminates Light turns on solid This means that the OBD II system has detected a malfunction Temporary malfunctions may cause your Service Engine Soon light to illuminate Examples are 1 The vehicle has run out of fuel The engine may misfire or run poorly Instrumentation 2 Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel 3 The fuel cap may not have been properly installed and securely tightened These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank with good quality fuel and or properly installing and securely tightening the gas cap After three driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions present the Service Engine Soon light should turn off A driving cycle consists of a cold engine startup followed by mixed city highway driving No additional vehicle service is required If the Service Engine Soon light remains on have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity Light is blinking Engine misfire is occurring which could damage your ca
177. y make sure children sit where they can be properly restrained AN Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision 84 Seating and safety restraints All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always properly wear their safety belts even when an air bag SRS is provided It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair 1 Use the shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm 2 Never swing the safety belt around your neck over the inside shoulder 3 Never use a single belt for more than one person Combination lap and shoulder belts 1 Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming a a from until you hear a snap and feel A it latch Make sure the tongue is a securely fastened in the buckle io 85 Seating and safety restraints 2 To
178. y be equipped with head restraints which are vertically adjustable The purpose of these head restraints is to help limit head motion in the event of a rear collision To properly adjust your head restraints lift the head restraint so that it is located directly behind your head or as close to that position as possible Refer to the following to raise and lower the head restraints Push or pull the head rests to the desired position A Vv Adjusting the power front seats door mounted controls The controls for the power seats are located on the inside of each front door a Never adjust the driver s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving A Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop A Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips 80 Seating and safety restraints Press the control to recline the seatback forward or backward _ J a Press to move the seat forward or backward Press to move the front portion of the seat cushion up or down Press to move the rear portion of the seat cushion up or down 81 Seating and safety restraints Adjusting the power seats seat mounted controls Never adjust the driver s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving The power seat controls are located on the side of the driver s seat Press to raise or lower the seat or to move the seat fo

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