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Page 2: Introduction
Introduction The following warning may be required by California law: CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning Engine exhaust, some if its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, or birth defects or other reproductive harm. ICONS Indicates a safety alert.
Page 3 Introduction 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.
Page 4 Introduction These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Safety Alert Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Side Child Seat Installation Warning Brake System Brake Fluid - Non-Petroleum Based Master Lighting Switch Fog Lamps-Front Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist Power Windows Front/Rear...
Page 5 Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Vehicle Symbol Glossary Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Battery Acid...
Page 6: Instrumentation
Instrumentation Headlamp control (pg. 16) Trunk release — sedan only (pg. 56) Rear window wiper and washer — wagon only* (pg. 47) * if equipped Panel dimmer (pg. 17) Parking brake release (pg. 114) Turn signal and wiper/washer control (pg. 46) Instrument cluster (pg.
Page 7: Speed Control
Electronic sound system RPMx1000 BRAKE CRUISE SET+ CST- Speed control (pg. 43) Climate control system (pg. 18) (pg. 28) PUSH ON SEEK SIDE 1-2 TUNE DISC 1-6 Gearshift (pg. 117) Instrumentation BASS TREB TAPE FADE COMP SHUFFLE SCAN Auxiliary power point (pg.
Page 8 Instrumentation WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES FUEL DOOR > COOLANT Turn signal Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on. If one or both of the indicators stay on continuously or flash faster, check for a burned-out turn signal bulb.
Page 9 Instrumentation 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. Door ajar Illuminates when the ignition is in the ON or START position and any door is open.
Page 10 Instrumentation 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 high quality fuel of the recommended octane and/or properly installing and securely tightening the gas cap. After three driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions present, the light should turn off.
Page 11 Instrumentation stays on, you should check the coolant level inside the reservoir. For instructions on adding coolant, see Engine coolant in the Maintenance and care chapter. Anti-theft system (if equipped) Refer to Perimeter alarm system (if equipped) and SecuriLock THEFT passive anti-theft system in the Controls and features chapter.
Page 12 Instrumentation Brake system warning Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the RUN position. Also illuminates if the parking brake is engaged. If the brake warning lamp does not illuminate at these times, or remains on after releasing the parking brake, seek service immediately.
Page 13: Headlamps On Warning Chime
Safety belt warning chime Sounds 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.
Page 14 Instrumentation Tachometer Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine. Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates the temperature of the engine coolant. At normal operating temperature, the needle remains within the normal area (the area between the “H”...
Page 15 Odometer Registers the total kilometers (miles) of the vehicle. Trip odometer Registers the kilometers (miles) of individual journeys. To reset, depress the control. Fuel gauge Displays approximately how much fuel is in the fuel tank (when the key is in the ON position). The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion.
Page 16: Controls And Features
Controls and features HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp control to the first position to turn on the parking lamps. Rotate to the second position to also turn on the headlamps. Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped) Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output. To activate: the ignition must be in the ON position and the headlamp control is in the OFF or Parking lamps position.
Page 17 Foglamp control (if equipped) The headlamp control also operates the foglamps. The foglamps can be turned on only when the headlamp control is in the the high beams are not turned on. Pull headlamp control towards you to turn foglamps on. The foglamp indicator light will illuminate.
Page 18 Controls and features 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. A small LED will illuminate when the rear defroster is activated. The ignition must be in the ON position to operate the rear window defroster.
Page 19 Temperature control knob Controls the temperature of the airflow inside the vehicle. Mode selector control Controls the direction of the airflow to the inside of the vehicle. The air conditioning compressor will operate in all modes except(Panel) (Floor). However, the air conditioning will only function if the outside temperature is about 10°C (50°F) or higher.
Page 20 Controls and features (Panel and floor)-Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers and the floor ducts. Heating and air conditioning capabilities are provided in this mode. For added customer comfort, when the temperature control knob is anywhere in between the full hot and full cold positions, the air distributed through the floor ducts will be slightly warmer than the air sent to the instrument panel registers.
Page 21 Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area (at the bottom of the windshield under the hood). If the air conditioner works well in MAX A/C, but not in A/C, this may indicate that the cabin air filter (if equipped) needs to be replaced. 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.
Page 22 Controls and features Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (EATC) system (if equipped) The EATC system will maintain a selected temperature and automatically control airflow. You can override automatic operation with any of the override controls or the fan speed control. Turning the EATC on Press AUTO, any of the override controls or the fan speed control.
Page 23 Controls and features Turning the EATC off Press OFF. The Outside OUTSIDE TEMP Temperature function will continue to operate until the ignition is turned off. AUTO TEMP 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.
Page 24 Controls and features To control the temperature, select OUTSIDE any temperature between 18°C TEMP (65°F) and 29°C (85°F) by pressing the temperature control. AUTO TEMP 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.
Page 25 Controls and features The display will show and a bar AUTO graph to indicate manual fan operation and relative speed. • • • To return to automatic fan operation, press AUTO. Manual override controls OUTSIDE TEMP AUTO TEMP The override controls are located at the bottom of the EATC and allow you to determine where airflow is directed.
Page 26 Controls and features -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 reduce fogging. (Rear Window Defroster) —...
Page 27 Displaying outside temperature Press OUTSIDE TEMP to display the outside air temperature. It will be displayed until OUTSIDE TEMP is pressed again or until any other control is pressed. When the EATC system is off and OUTSIDE TEMP is pressed, the outside temperature will only be displayed for four seconds.
Page 28 Controls and features If the air conditioner works well in MAX A/C but not in normal A/C, this may indicate that the cabin air filter (if equipped) needs to be replaced. Do not place objects over the defroster outlets. These objects can block airflow and reduce your ability to see through your windshield.
Page 29 Controls and features Volume/power control Press the control to turn the audio system on or off. Turn control to raise or lower volume. 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.
Page 30 Controls and features Tune adjust in radio mode Press the 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. Press the right side of the control to move to the next frequency up the band (whether or not a listenable station is located there).
Page 31 3. Press and hold a memory preset control until the sound returns, indicating the station is held in memory on the control you selected. Bass/treble adjust The bass adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s bass output. The treble adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s treble output.
Page 32 Controls and features MACH Audio System with AM/FM Stereo/Cassette Volume/power control Press the control to turn the audio system on or off. Turn control to raise or lower volume. If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a “nominal”...
Page 33 AM/FM select The AM/FM select control works in radio, tape and CD modes (if equipped). Press the AM or FM control to enter into radio mode. 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.
Page 34 Controls and features Press 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. Seek function in radio mode Press to find the next listenable station down the frequency band.
Page 35 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.
Page 36 Controls and features Speaker sound can be adjusted between the front and rear speakers. Inserting a tape Push only slightly when inserting a cassette tape (with the open edge to the right). A cassette deck loading mechanism pulls the tape in the rest of the way. You can switch from CD to tape play by inserting a tape into the cassette deck.
Page 37 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. You can cancel the fast forward mode by pressing TAPE, or the FF control.
Page 38 Controls and features Setting the clock To set the hour, press and hold the hour (H) control. When the desired hour appears, release the control. To set the minute, press and hold the minute (M) control. When the desired minute appears, release the control.
Page 39 Controls and features 3. Turn the magazine (A) over. 4. Using the disc holder release knob (C), pull the disc holder (B) out of the magazine. If you pull too hard on the disc holder, the disc holder may come completely out of the magazine.
Page 40 Controls and features 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.
Page 41 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 Handle discs by their edges only. Never touch the playing surface. Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periods of time.
Page 42 Controls and features Radio reception factors Three factors can affect radio reception: 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.
Page 43 TRACTION CONTROL This control can be used to turn the Traction Control on or off. Refer to the Traction Control the Driving chapter for more information. POSITIONS OF THE IGNITION 1. ACCESSORY, allows the electrical accessories such as the radio to operate while the engine is not running.
Page 44 Controls and features Do not shift the gearshift lever into N (Neutral) with the speed control on. To turn speed control off Press OFF or Turn off the vehicle ignition. Once speed control is switched off, the previously programmed set speed will be erased.
Page 45 To set a higher set speed Press and hold SET +. Release the control when the desired vehicle speed is reached or Press and release SET +. Each press will increase the set speed by 1.6 km/h (1 mph) or Accelerate with your accelerator pedal.
Page 46 Controls and features Pressing OFF will erase the previously programmed set speed. To return to a previously set speed Press RES/RSM/RESUME. For RES/RSM/RESUME to operate, the vehicle speed must be faster than 48 km/h (30 mph). Indicator light This light comes on when either the SET ACC/SET ACCEL or RES/RSM/ RESUME controls are pressed.
Page 47 Controls and features 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.
Page 48 Controls and features 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. Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving. DOME LAMPS AND MAP LAMPS The front dome lamp is located overhead between the driver and passenger seats.
Page 49 The map lamp controls (if equipped) are located on the dome lamp. Press the controls on either side of each lens on each map lamp to activate the lamps. If equipped with a moon roof, the map lamps are located on the moon roof control panel.
Page 50 Controls and features ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED) To turn on the visor mirror lamps, lift the mirror cover. Adjust the amount of light by sliding the control. MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED) To open, press and hold the rear portion of the control. This will fully open the moon roof.
Page 51 You will need a Phone Adapter System (PAS) that is compatible with your cell phone that you install into the center console. This system includes a Phone Adapter Module (PAM) with a Wiring Harness and a Hang-Up Cup. For more information, call 1–800–736–9450 to order the Phone Adapter System (PAS) for your specific phone.
Page 52 Controls and features POWER WINDOWS Press and hold the rocker switches to open and close windows. Press the top portion of the rocker switch to close. Press the bottom portion of the rocker switch to open. One touch down Press AUTO completely down to the second detent.
Page 53 Controls and features Window lock The window lock feature allows only the driver to operate the power windows. To lock out all the window controls except for the driver’s press the left side of the control. Press the right side to restore the window controls. Accessory delay (if equipped) With accessory delay, the window switches may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position or until...
Page 54 Controls and features POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS To adjust your mirrors: 1. Select to adjust the left mirror or 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 disable adjust function. Heated outside mirrors (if equipped) Both mirrors are heated automatically to remove ice, mist...
Page 55 Coin holder slots Compact disc changer (if equipped) Tissue holder Rear A/C vent Rear ashtray (see your Ford, Lincoln Mercury dealer to obtain rear ashtray Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure you in a collision.
Page 56 Controls and features TRUNK REMOTE CONTROL Press the remote trunk release control on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. LIFTGATE (WAGON ONLY) You can open and close the liftgate and the liftgate window from outside the vehicle. It cannot be opened from inside the cargo area. To open the liftgate window, unlock the liftgate (with the key, the power door locks or the...
Page 57 Controls and features CARGO AREA FEATURES Storage compartment Your vehicle comes equipped with a storage compartment in the floor of the cargo area. An additional compartment is in the rear trim panel on the right. Always put the load you are carrying as far forward as possible.
Page 58 Controls and features To prevent the possibility of injuries, the fasteners for the cargo area cover must be properly attached to the mounting clips on the rear trim panels. Do not place any objects on the cargo area cover. They may obstruct your vision or strike occupants of the vehicle in the case of a sudden stop or collision.
Page 59 7. Insert the shade into the side mounting brackets and check to make sure that it operates properly. The cover may cause injury in a sudden stop or accident if it is not securely installed. Cargo utility hooks (Sedan) The utility hooks located in side the trunk can be used to hang small items on.
Page 60 Controls and features Locking the doors/liftgate Press this control to lock all doors and liftgate (wagons). To confirm all doors are closed and locked, press the control a second time within three seconds. The doors will lock again and the horn will chirp.
Page 61 Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Illuminated entry The interior lamps illuminate when the remote entry system is used to unlock the door(s). The system automatically turns off after 25 seconds or when the ignition is turned to the ON or ACC position.
Page 62 Controls and features To program the transmitters yourself: Insert a key in the ignition and turn from 3 (OFF) to 4 (ON) eight times in rapid succession (within 10 seconds) with the eighth turn ending in the 4 (ON) position. The doors will lock/unlock to confirm that programming mode has been entered.
Page 63 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.
Page 64 Controls and features Press 7/8 and 9/0 controls on the keyless entry pad at the same time to lock the doors (doors opened or closed). Open a door and press the power door lock control to lock the doors. There is a 20 second countdown when any of the above actions occur before the vehicle becomes ARMED.
Page 65 Disarming the system You can disarm the system by any of the following actions: Unlock the doors by using your remote entry transmitter. Unlock the doors by using your keyless entry pad. Unlock the doors or liftgate with a key. Turn the key full travel (toward the front of the vehicle) to make sure the alarm disarms.
Page 66 Controls and features KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) With the keyless entry keypad, you can: lock or unlock the vehicle doors and liftgate (wagons) without using the key open the trunk arm and disarm the perimeter alarm system (if equipped) See also Remote entry system and Perimeter alarm system in this chapter for more information.
Page 67 To exit, press 7/8 and 9/0 simultaneously or allow more than 5 seconds to elapse since a button press occured and the 5 digit keycode will be programed. If you wish to erase your personal code, use the following instructions: Erasing personal code 1.
Page 68 Controls and features 3. To unlock the trunk or liftgate (wagon), enter the five-digit factory-set code, then press the 5/6 control within five seconds. Locking the doors and liftgate (wagon), press the 7/8 and 9/0 controls at the same time. This can be done at any time.
Page 69 Deactivating/activating horn chirp There are 2 methods to enable/disable this feature. One through your dealer and the second with a door lock sequence using the following instructions: 1. Turn the ignition key to RUN, then press the door UNLOCK control button 3 times.
Page 70 Controls and features momentary problem if they are too close to the key during engine start. If a problem occurs, turn the ignition OFF and restart the engine with all other objects on the key ring held away from the ignition key. Check to make sure the encoded ignition key is an approved Ford encoded ignition key.
Page 71 Controls and features 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 ON (maintain ignition in ON for at least one second but no more than five seconds).
Page 72 Controls and features To open the luggage compartment door (lid) from the inside, pull the illuminated “T” shaped handle and push up on the trunk lid. The material that the handle is made of will glow for hours in the darkness of the luggage compartment following brief exposure to ambient light.
Page 73: Seating And Safety Restraints
SEATING Adjustable head restraints Your vehicle’s seats are 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.
Page 74 Seating and safety restraints Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. Reclining the seatback can reduce the effectiveness of the seat’s safety belt in the event of a collision. Lift handle to move seat forward or backward.
Page 75 Reclining the seatback can reduce the effectiveness of the seat’s safety belt in the event of a collision. The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion. Press front to raise or lower the front portion of the seat cushion. Press rear to raise or lower the rear portion of the seat cushion.
Page 76 Seating and safety restraints REAR SEATS 2nd seat/Split-folding rear seat (if equipped) One or both rear seatbacks can be folded down to provide additional cargo space. To lower the seatback(s) from inside the vehicle, pull tab to release seat back and then fold seatback down.
Page 77 Seating and safety restraints To open up the seat: 1. Unlock the floor panel with the key, then use the handle to fold the floor panel toward the front of the car. 2. Remove the cargo cover. The cargo cover must be removed or the seatback will not latch in the upright position.
Page 78 Seating and safety restraints SAFETY RESTRAINTS Personal Safety System The Personal Safety System provides an improved overall level of frontal crash protection to front seat occupants and is designed to help further reduce the risk of air bag-related injuries. The system is able to analyze different occupant conditions and crash severity before activating the appropriate safety devices to help better protect a range of occupants in a variety of frontal crash situations.
Page 79 common, moderate-severity impacts. A higher energy level is provided for the most severe impacts. Whether or not the air bag deploys at all can also be different for the driver versus the passenger based upon driver’s seat position and safety belt usage allowing further tailoring of the system.
Page 80 Seating and safety restraints When are the front air bags and pretensioners deployed? Front air bags and pretensioners are designed to activate in frontal and near-frontal collisions, not rollover, side-impacts, or rear-impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration. The fact that the pretensioners or air bags did not activate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong...
Page 81 In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. 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.
Page 82 Seating and safety restraints Energy management retractors Your vehicle has a seat belt system equipped with energy management retractors at the driver and front outboard passenger seating positions. An energy management retractor is a device which pays out webbing in a controlled manner.
Page 83 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 Anytime a child safety seat is installed in the vehicle.
Page 84 Seating and safety restraints Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This 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.
Page 85 Safety belt usage sensors The driver and front outboard passenger safety belt buckles are equipped with sensors that detect if the safety belts are fastened. The sensors provide information to the Personal Safety System which can then adapt the air bag deployment or safety belt pretensioner activation based upon safety belt usage.
Page 86 Seating and safety restraints Lap belts Adjusting the lap belt The lap belt does not adjust automatically. The lap belts should fit snugly and as low as possible around the hips, not around the waist. Insert the tongue into the correct buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from).
Page 87 When the adjust tongue of the lap/shoulder combination seat belt is latched into the buckle, the tongue will allow the lap portion to become shorter, but locks the webbing in place to restrict it from becoming longer. Before you reach and latch a combination lap and shoulder belt having an adjust tongue into the buckle, you may have to lengthen the lap belt portion of it.
Page 88 Seating and safety restraints To unfasten the belt, push the red release button on the end of the buckle. This allows the tongue to unlatch from the buckle. While the belt retracts, guide the tongue to its original position to prevent it from striking you or the vehicle.
Page 89 Belt minder (if equipped) The Belt Minder feature is a supplemental warning to the safety belt warning function. This feature provides additional reminders to the driver that the driver’s safety belt is unbuckled by intermittently sounding a chime and illuminating the safety belt warning lamp in the instrument cluster.
Page 90 Seating and safety restraints The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts: (All statistics based on U.S. data) Reasons given... Crashes are rare events I’m not going far Belts are uncomfortable I was in a hurry Seat belts don’t work Traffic is light...
Page 91 One time disable Anytime the safety belt is buckled and then unbuckled during an ignition ON cycle, Belt Minder will be disabled for that ignition cycle only. The safety belt needs to be latched for a minimum of 3 seconds before belt minder is disabled.
Page 92 Seating and safety restraints After step 5 the safety belt warning light will be turned on for three seconds. 6. Within seven seconds of the safety belt warning light turning off, buckle then unbuckle the safety belt. This will disable Belt Minder if it is currently enabled, or enable Belt Minder if it is currently disabled.
Page 93 AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM 0 0 0 0 FUEL DOOR > 0 0 0 0 0 0 km/h THEFT COOLANT R N D 2 1 Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information about the air bag and sensor systems. In the event of a collision this module may save information related to the collision including information about the air bag system and impact severity.
Page 94 Seating and safety restraints The air bag supplemental restraints are an intergral part of the Personal Safety System. They are designed to be deployed in cases where the Personal Safety System has determined the occupant conditions and crash severity are appropriate to activate these devices. Refer to the Personal Safety System section in this chapter.
Page 95 Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System or its fuses. See your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. Modifications to the front end of the vehicle, including frame, bumper, front end body structure and tow hooks may effect the performance of the air bag sensors increasing the risk of injury.
Page 96 Seating and safety restraints Determining if the system is operational The supplemental restraint system uses a warning indicator in the instrument cluster or a back-up tone to indicate the condition of the system. Refer to the Restraints Warning Indicator section in the Instrumentation chapter.
Page 97 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.
Page 98 Seating and safety restraints How does the side air bag system work? The side air bag system consists of the following: An inflatable nylon bag (air bag) with a gas generator concealed behind the outboard bolster of the driver and front passenger seatbacks.
Page 99 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.
Page 100 Seating and safety restraints 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.
Page 101 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.
Page 102 Seating and safety restraints 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.
Page 103 Seating and safety restraints 2. Pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together. 3. While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together, route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer’s instructions.
Page 104 Seating and safety restraints 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. 6. Allow the belt to retract. The belt will click as it retracts to indicate it is in the automatic locking mode.
Page 105 Installing child safety seats in the lap belt seating positions 1. Lengthen the lap belt. To lengthen the belt, hold the tongue so that its bottom is perpendicular to the direction of webbing while sliding the tongue up the webbing. 2.
Page 106 Seating and safety restraints 1. Position the child safety seat on the passenger seat cushion. 2. Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of the seat. For vehicles with adjustable head restraints, route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the head restraint posts, otherwise route the tether strap over the top of the seatback.
Page 107 PREPARING TO START YOUR VEHICLE Engine starting is controlled by the powertrain control 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.
Page 108 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 (Park). 5. Turn the key to 4 (ON) without turning the key to 5 (START). If there is difficulty in turning the key, firmly rotate the steering wheel left and right until the key turns...
Page 109 FUEL DOOR > COOLANT Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate briefly. If a light fails to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced. If the driver’s safety belt is fastened, the STARTING THE ENGINE 1. Turn the key to 5 (START) without pressing the accelerator pedal and release as soon as the engine starts.
Page 110 Starting Using the engine 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.
Page 111 Starting Important ventilating 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.
Page 112: Driving
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.
Page 113 ABS warning lamp warning lamp in the instrument cluster momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position. 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 braking is still effective unless the...
Page 114 Driving Parking brake Apply the parking brake whenever the vehicle is parked. To set the parking brake, press the parking brake pedal down until the pedal stops. The BRAKE warning lamp in the instrument cluster illuminates and remains illuminated (when the ignition is turned ON) until the parking brake is released.
Page 115 Driving Pull the release lever to release the brake. Driving with the parking brake on will cause the brakes to wear out quickly and reduce fuel economy. TRACTION CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with the optional Traction Control system.
Page 116 Driving During Traction Control the traction control active light will illuminate, 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. The Traction Control instrument cluster, illuminates OFF when the system is turned OFF.
Page 117 AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE OPERATION Brake-shift interlock This vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift interlock feature that prevents the gearshift lever from being moved from P (Park) when the ignition is in the ON position unless brake pedal is depressed. If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P (Park) with ignition in the ON position and the brake pedal depressed: 1.
Page 118 Driving 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 an automatic overdrive transaxle Your automatic transaxle electronically controls the shift feel by using an adaptive learning strategy.
Page 119 Understanding gearshift positions P (Park) Always come to a complete stop before shifting into P (Park). Make sure the gearshift lever is securely latched in P (Park). This locks the transaxle and prevent the front wheels from rotating. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P (Park).
Page 120 Driving N (Neutral) With the gearshift lever in the N P R N (Neutral) position, the vehicle can be started and is free to roll. Hold the brake pedal down while in this position. (Overdrive) (Overdrive) position is the P R N normal driving position for an automatic overdrive transaxle.
Page 121 Driving When to use D (Drive) The D (Drive) position eliminates P R N the needless shifting back and forth between third and fourth gears that your vehicle may do when driving on hilly terrain. It also gives more engine braking than overdrive to slow your vehicle on downgrades.
Page 122 Driving When parking, do not use the gearshift in place of the parking brake. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in Park (P). Turn off the ignition whenever you leave your vehicle. Never leave your vehicle unattended while it is running.
Page 123 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. Trailer Weight Range: Specified weight range that the trailer must fall within that ranges from zero to the maximum trailer weight rating.
Page 124 Your vehicle does not come from the factory fully equipped to tow. No towing packages are available through Ford or Mercury/Lincoln dealers. Do not tow a trailer until your vehicle has been driven at least 800 km (500 miles). If towing with a station wagon, inflate the rear tires to 35 psi.
Page 125 The amount of weight that you can tow depends on the type of engine in your vehicle. See the following charts: Model Passenger Load - #/kg (lbs.) Sedan 5/340 (750) 4/270 (600) 2/135 (300) 2/135 (300) Wagon 4/270 (600) 2/135 (300) 2/135 (300) The above chart is based on the specified vehicle at a maximum GCW (Vehicle weight + Trailer weight) equal to 2 245 kg (4 950 lbs.).
Page 126 Driving 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.
Page 127 Driving while you tow When towing a trailer: Ensure that you turn off your speed control. The speed control may shut off automatically when you are towing on long, steep grades. Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer. Use D (Drive) or a lower gear when towing up or down steep hills.
Page 128 Driving All Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles An example of recreational towing is towing your vehicle behind a Motorhome. The following recreational towing guidelines are designed to ensure that your transmission is not damaged. It is not recommended to tow front wheel drive vehicles with the front drive wheels on the ground. It is recommended to tow your vehicle with the drive wheels on a dolly or two wheel car hauling trailer.
Page 129: Roadside Emergencies
In the United States, this card is found in the Owner Guide portfolio in the glove compartment in Ford vehicles and is mailed to you if you own a Mercury or Lincoln. In Canada, it is found in the Roadside Assistance book in the glove compartment.
Page 130 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. Similarly in Canada, you may purchase additional coverage beyond the basic coverage period by consulting the Ford Roadside Assistance Club brochure or by calling 1–877–294–CLUB (1–877–894–2582).
Page 131 Roadside emergencies If your vehicle is a sedan, the fuel pump shut-off switch is located on the right side of the trunk behind the trunk liner. If your vehicle is a wagon, the fuel pump shut-off switch is located behind the service panel on the right side of the cargo area.
Page 132 Roadside emergencies 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 fuses before replacing any electrical components. Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating.
Page 133 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. To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel cover.
Page 134 Roadside emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Location Rating — — — — — — — — — Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description Cigar Lighter, Auxiliary Power Point Not Used Front Wiper Motor Flasher and GEM Power, Integrated Control Panel (ICP) Power, RCC Memory, Cluster Stop Lamp, Speed Control Deactivating Switch Not Used...
Page 135 Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Location Rating — — — — 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.
Page 136 Roadside emergencies The high-current fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Location Rating 60A** 30A** 60A** — — — 40A** 20A** 40A** — 20A** — 40A** — 20A* 20A* 20A* — 15A* — Power Distribution Box Description Fuse Junction Panel PCM Relay Fuse Junction Panel Not Used...
Page 137 Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Location Rating 15A* 10A* — — — 30A* 15A* — — — — — * Mini Fuses ** Maxi Fuses Relays Relays are located in the power distribution box and should be replaced by qualified technicians. CHANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily.
Page 138 Roadside emergencies When driving with the temporary spare tire do not: exceed 80 km/h (50 mph) under any circumstances load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load rating listed on the Safety Compliance Label tow a trailer use tire chains drive through an automatic car wash, because of the vehicle’s reduced ground clearance try to repair the temporary spare tire or remove it from its wheel use the wheel for any other type of vehicle...
Page 139 In the sedan, these are located in the trunk cargo area storage compartment. In the wagon, they are stored in the left side rear trim panel for the temporary spare and in the floor cargo area storage compartment for the full size spare.
Page 140 Roadside emergencies 5. Loosen each wheel lug nut one-half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground. 6. Put the jack in the jack notch next to the door of the tire you are changing.
Page 141 11. Return the flat tire, jack and lug wrench to their proper storage locations. Make sure the jack is fastened so it does not rattle when you drive. 12. Unblock the wheels. JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes.
Page 142 Roadside emergencies 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. Connecting the jumper cables 1.
Page 143 3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the assisting battery. 4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable. Make the connection to an exposed metal part of the stalled vehicle’s engine, away from the battery and the carburetor/fuel injection system. Do not use fuel lines, engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as grounding points.
Page 144 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.
Page 145 Roadside emergencies 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.
Page 146 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.
Page 147: Maintenance And Care
SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle: We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easy location. 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.
Page 148 Maintenance and care Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release handle located under the bottom of the instrument panel. 2.
Page 149 Maintenance and care IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 3.0L V6 Vulcan engine 1. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 2. Brake fluid reservoir 3. Air filter assembly 4. Battery 5. Engine oil filler cap 6. Engine oil dipstick 7. Power steering fluid reservoir 8.
Page 150 Maintenance and care 3.0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine 1. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 2. Brake fluid reservoir 3. Air filter assembly 4. Battery 5. Engine oil filler cap 6. Engine oil dipstick 7. Engine coolant reservoir 8. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 9.
Page 151 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.
Page 152 Maintenance and care If the oil level is below the add 1QT or MIN mark, add enough oil to raise the level within the 1QT-FULL or the MIN-MAX range (depending on application). Oil levels above the F in FULL or above the MAX mark, may cause engine damage.
Page 153 Maintenance and care Engine oil and filter recommendations Look for this certification trademark. Use SAE 5W-30 motor oil certified for gasoline engines by the American Petroleum Institute (API). Motor oil displaying the API certification trademark will meet all requirements for your vehicle’s engine. Ford oil specification is WSS-M2C153-G.
Page 154 Maintenance and care 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.
Page 155 WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Checking and adding washer fluid Check the washer fluid whenever you stop for fuel. The reservoir is highlighted with a If the level is low, add enough fluid to fill the reservoir. In very cold weather, do not fill the reservoir all the way.
Page 156 Maintenance and care Checking and adding washer fluid for the liftgate (if equipped) The opening for the reservoir is located on the passenger side under the tail lamp. Refill this reservoir with the same fluid you use for your windshield. ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant Your engine’s cooling system has been factory-filled with a 50/50 mixture...
Page 157 The engine coolant must be maintained at the correct fluid level and concentration to work properly. If the engine coolant fluid level and concentration is not maintained correctly, damage to the engine and cooling system may result. When the engine is cold, check the level of the engine coolant in the reservoir.
Page 158 Maintenance and care Adding engine coolant Use only Ford Premium Engine Coolant E2FZ-19549-AA (in Canada, Motorcraft CXC-8-B) or a premium engine coolant that meets Ford specification ESE-M97B44-A. DO NOT USE Ford Extended Life Engine Coolant F6AZ-19544-AA (orange in color). DO NOT USE a DEX-COOL engine coolant or an equivalent engine coolant that meets Ford specification WSS-M97B44-D.
Page 159 Engine coolant concentrations above 60% or below 40% will decrease the freeze protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage. Plain water may be added in an emergency, but you must replace it with a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water as soon as possible. Check the coolant level in the reservoir before you drive your vehicle the next few times (with the engine cool).
Page 160 Maintenance and care 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.
Page 161 Maintenance and care Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme climates should use a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water for optimum cooling system and engine protection. CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid. Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the service interval schedules.
Page 162 Maintenance and care 3.0L V6 Vulcan engine 4. Check the fluid level on the dipstick. It should be between the arrows in the FULL HOT range. Do not add fluid if the level is within this range. 5. If the fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts, continuously checking the level until it reaches the FULL HOT range.
Page 163 Maintenance and care Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed. To obtain an accurate fluid check, drive the vehicle until it is warmed up (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.
Page 164 Maintenance and care High fluid level Fluid levels above the safe range may result in transaxle failure. An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and/or engagement concerns and/or possible damage. High fluid levels can be caused by an overheating condition. Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels Before adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is used.
Page 165 CABIN AIR FILTER (IF EQUIPPED) The particulate air filtration system is designed to reduce the concentration of airborne particles such as dust, spores and pollen in the air being supplied to the interior of the vehicle. The particulate filtration system gives the following benefits to customers: Improves the customer’s driving comfort by reducing particle concentration Improves the interior compartment cleanliness...
Page 166 Maintenance and care 1. Release and open the hood. 2. Remove the four clips located on the cowl vent screen.
Page 167 Maintenance and care 3. Remove the cowl vent screen. 4. Remove the two screws retaining the cowl top inner panel shield. 5. Remove the inner panel shield.
Page 168 Maintenance and care 6. Remove the filter from the cabin air filter housing. 7. Install the new cabin air filter into the cabin air filter housing.
Page 169 Maintenance and care 8. Replace the inner panel shield. 9. Replace the two screws retaining the cowl top inner panel shield. 10. Replace the cowl vent screen.
Page 170 Maintenance and care 11. Replace the four clips located on the cowl vent screen. 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.
Page 171 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.
Page 172 Maintenance and care 2. Put the gearshift in P (Park), turn off all accessories and start the engine. 3. Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature. 4. Allow the engine to idle for at least one minute. 5. Turn the A/C on and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute. 6.
Page 173 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 manually to release the blade and pull the wiper blade down toward the windshield to remove it from the...
Page 174 Maintenance and care 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. 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.
Page 175 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. SERVICING YOUR TIRES Checking the tire pressure Use an accurate tire pressure gauge.
Page 176 Maintenance and care Replacing the tires Replace the tires when the wear band is visible through the tire treads. 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.
Page 177 recommended that steel wheels are used of the same size and specifications as those originally installed. Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains: Use only cable type chains offered by Ford as an accessory or equivalent. SAE class “S” or other conventional link type chains may cause damage to the vehicle’s wheel house and/or body.
Page 178 Maintenance and care Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or death if misused or mishandled. Gasoline may contain benzene, which is a cancer-causing agent. Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel: Extinguish all smoking materials and any open flames before fueling your vehicle.
Page 179 splashed on the skin, promptly wash skin thoroughly with soap and water. Consult a physician immediately if you experience an adverse reaction. When refueling always shut the engine off and never allow sparks or open flames near the filler neck. Never smoke while refueling.
Page 180 Maintenance and care reinstall it securely. The driving cycles with the fuel filler cap properly installed. A driving cycle consists of a cold engine start-up followed by mixed city/highway driving. If you must replace the fuel filler cap, replace it with a fuel filler cap that is designed for your vehicle.
Page 181 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 “Regular” unleaded gasoline.
Page 182 Maintenance and care Fuel Filter 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. Replace the fuel filter 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.
Page 183 Use a known quality gasoline, preferably a national brand. Use the same side of the same pump and have the vehicle facing the same direction each time you fill up. Have the vehicle loading and distribution the same every time. Your results will be most accurate if your filling method is consistent.
Page 184 Maintenance and care Anticipate stopping; slowing down may eliminate the need to stop. Sudden or hard accelerations may reduce fuel economy. Slow down gradually. Driving at reasonable speeds (traveling at 88 km/h [55 mph] uses 15% less fuel than traveling at 105 km/h [65 mph]). Revving the engine before turning it off may reduce fuel economy.
Page 185 Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first 12–16 km (8–10 miles) of driving. Driving on flat terrain offers improved fuel economy as compared to driving on hilly terrain. Transmissions give their best fuel economy when operated in the top cruise gear and with steady pressure on the gas pedal.
Page 186 Maintenance and care 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 temperature warning light, fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke or loss of engine power, could indicate that the emission control system is not working properly.
Page 187 Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting the engine. Then, start the engine and complete 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. BULBS Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of the following lamps frequently:...
Page 188 Maintenance and care Replacing headlamp bulbs To remove the headlamp bulb: 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position. 2. Remove the bolt from the headlamp housing. 3. At the back of the headlamp, pry up and remove the two retainer pins to release the headlamp assembly from the vehicle and pull headlamp forward.
Page 189 5. Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb by pulling rearward. 6. Remove the bulb retaining ring by rotating it counterclockwise. 7. Remove the old bulb from the lamp assembly by pulling it straight out of the lamp assembly. To install the new bulb: Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of children’s reach.
Page 190 Maintenance and care 2. Install the bulb retaining ring over the plastic base and lock the ring by rotating clockwise until it snaps into place. 3. Connect the electrical connector to the bulb. 4. Install the protective dust shield and lock the shield by rotating it clockwise until it locks into position.
Page 191 Maintenance and care 5. Carefully pull bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb. 6. Install the bulb socket into the lamp assembly by rotating it clockwise. 7. Carefully position the headlamp assembly onto the vehicle. 8.
Page 192 Maintenance and care Replacing license plate lamp bulbs The following procedure is for wagons only. For sedans, refer to a qualified technician. 1. Remove screw and the license plate lamp assembly from liftgate. 2. Remove bulb socket by turning counterclockwise. 3.
Page 193 Maintenance and care 4. Remove the bulb socket by rotating it counterclockwise, then pulling it out of the lamp assembly. 5. Pull the bulb from the socket and push in the new bulb. 6. Install the bulb socket into the lamp assembly by rotating it clockwise.
Page 194 Maintenance and care Replacing the interior bulbs Check the operation of the following interior bulbs frequently: interior overhead lamp map lamp For bulb replacement, see a dealer or qualified technician. Using the right bulbs Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbs must be marked with an authorized “D.O.T.”...
Page 195 Function Front park/turn lamp Headlamp Tail lamp/brake/turn lamp Tail lamp/brake lamp (wagon) Rear turn lamp (wagon) Backup lamp Backup lamp (wagon) License plate lamp High-mount brake lamp Rear side marker lamp (wagon) Foglamp (if equipped) Cargo lamp (wagon) Dome lamp Dome/map lamp Dome lamp/moon roof Visor vanity lamp (passenger/driver)
Page 196 Maintenance and care AIMING THE HEADLAMPS The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant. If your vehicle has been in an accident the alignment of your headlamps should be checked by a qualified service technician. Vertical aim adjustment 1.
Page 197 Maintenance and care 3. On the wall or screen you will observe an area of high intensity light. The top of the high intensity area should touch the horizontal reference line, if not, the beam will need to be adjusted. To see a clearer light pattern for adjusting, you may want to block the light from one headlamp while...
Page 198 Maintenance and care 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.
Page 199 Maintenance and care Repairing paint chips Minor scratches or paint damage from road debris may be repaired with the Ultra Touch Prep and Finishing Kit (#F7AZ-19K507–BA), Lacquer Touch-up Paint (#ALBZ-19500–XXXXA), or Exterior Acrylic Spray Lacquer (#ALAZ-19500–XXXXA) from the Ford Car Care Chemicals line. Please note that the part numbers (shown as XXXX above) will vary with your vehicle’s specific coloring.
Page 200 Maintenance and care Cleaning the exterior lamps Wash with the same detergent as the exterior of your vehicle. If necessary, use a tar remover such as Ford Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil Remover (B7A-19520–AA). To avoid scratching the lamps, do not use a dry paper towel, chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners.
Page 201 Maintenance and care 3.0L Vulcan engine 3.0L Duratec engine Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in the running engine may cause internal damage.
Page 202 Maintenance and care 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.
Page 203 Maintenance and care Cleaning and 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.
Page 204: Capacities And Specifications
Capacities and specifications MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component Air filter element Fuel filter Battery (standard) Battery (optional) Oil filter PCV valve Spark plugs Do not use oil-impregnated air filter elements. Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in severe engine damage. The customer warranty may be voided for any damage to the engine if the correct air filter element is not used.
Page 205 REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Ford Part Name Brake fluid High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Engine Premium Engine coolant Coolant Engine oil Motorcraft SAE (includes filter 5W-30 Super change) Premium Motor Oil Fuel tank capacity Power Motorcraft steering fluid MERCON ATF Automatic Motorcraft...
Page 206 Capacities and specifications LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Ford Part Items Name or equivalent Brake fluid High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Door latch, hood Multi-Purpose latch, auxiliary Grease hood latch, seat tracks, trunk and liftgate latches Lock cylinders Penetrating and Lock Lubricant Automatic Motorcraft...
Page 207 ENGINE DATA Engine Cubic inches Required fuel Firing order Spark plug gap Ignition system Compression ratio VEHICLE DIMENSIONS Vehicle dimensions Sedan mm (in) (1) Overall length (2) Overall width (3) Overall height (4) Wheelbase (5) Track - Front (5) Track - Rear Capacities and specifications 3.0L V6 Vulcan engine...
Page 208 Capacities and specifications...
Page 209: Certification Label
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.
Page 210 Capacities and specifications Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number is attached to a metal tag and is located on the driver side XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX instrument panel. (Please note that in the graphic XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number.) Engine number The engine number (the last eight numbers of the vehicle identification number) is stamped on the engine block, frame and transaxle.
Page 211: Customer Assistance
You may purchase Ford ESP from any participating Ford and Lincoln Mercury and 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 reimbursement benefits for towing and rental coverage.
Page 212 Away from home If you own a Ford or Mercury vehicle and are away from home when your vehicle needs service, or if you need more help than the dealership could provide, after following the steps described above, contact the Ford Customer Assistance Center to find an authorized dealership to help you.
Page 213 Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited P.O. Box 2000 Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 1-800-565-3673 (FORD) In order to help you service your Ford or Lincoln Mercury vehicle, please have the following information available when contacting a Customer Assistance Center: Your telephone number (home and business)
Page 214 Unresolved warranty repair concerns or vehicle performance as designed concerns on Ford and Lincoln Mercury cars and Ford and Lincoln Mercury light trucks which are within the terms of any applicable written new vehicle warranty are eligible for review, except those involving:...
Page 215 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...
Page 216 Customer assistance a brief summary of the action taken by the dealer(s) and Ford Motor Company the names (if known) of all the people you contacted at the dealership(s) 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.
Page 217 Customer assistance 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.
Page 218 Customer assistance 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.
Page 219 FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Ford accessories are available for your vehicle through your local authorized Ford, Lincoln Mercury or Ford of Canada dealer. These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle.
Page 220 Customer assistance Comfort and convenience Cabin air filter Cargo nets Cargo organizers Cargo shades Engine block heaters Travel equipment Auto headlamps with DRL Daytime running lights (DRL) Electrochromic inside mirror with compass Electrochromic inside mirror with compass and temperature Factory luggage rack adaptors Framed luggage covers Heavy-duty battery Removable luggage rack...
Page 221 Rear decklid spoilers Touch-up paint Universal floor mats For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle: When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to your vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of the front or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the Safety compliance certification label).
Page 222 Customer assistance ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER’S LITERATURE To order the publications in this portfolio: 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 Obtaining a French owner’s guide French Owner’s Guides can be obtained from your dealer or by writing to...
Page 223: Reporting Safety Defects
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.
Page 224: Index
Index Accessory delay ...53 Air bag supplemental restraint system ...93,94,97 and child safety seats ...95 description ...94,97 disposal ...99 driver air bag ...93,96,98 indicator light ...12,96 operation ...93,96,98 passenger air bag ...93,96,98 side air bag ...97 Air cleaner filter ...204 Air conditioning ...18 automatic temperature control system ...22...
Page 225 windows ...202 wiper blades ...200 woodtone trim ...202 Climate control (see Air conditioning or Heating) ...18 Clock ...31,38 Console ...55 Controls power seat ...74 Coolant checking and adding ...156 refill capacities ...160,205 specifications ...206,207 Cruise control (see Speed control) ...43 Customer Assistance ...129 Ford accessories for your vehicle ...218...
Page 226 Index improving fuel economy ...182 low fuel warning light ...10 octane rating ...180,207 quality ...181 running out of fuel ...181 safety information relating to automotive fuels ...177 Fuses ...132,133 Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ...179 Gas mileage (see Fuel economy) ...182 Gauges ...13 engine coolant temperature gauge ...14...
Page 227 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...11,113 anti-theft ...11 brake ...12 charging system ...12 check coolant ...11 cruise indicator ...11 door ajar ...9 high beam ...8 low coolant ...10 low fuel ...10 oil pressure ...12 safety belt ...9 service engine soon ...9 speed control ...46 traction control active ...8 turn signal indicator ...8 Load limits ...122...
Page 228 Index Specification chart, lubricants ...206,207 Speed control ...43 Speedometer ...13 Starting your vehicle ...107,109 jump starting ...141 Steering wheel tilting ...48 Tachometer ...14 Tires ...137,173,174,175 changing ...137,138 checking the pressure ...175 replacing ...176 rotating ...175 snow tires and chains ...176 tire grades ...174 treadwear ...174 Towing ...124,175...
Page 231: Filling Station Information
Item Required fuel Fuel tank capacity Engine oil capacity (including filter change)-3.0L V6 Vulcan engine Engine oil capacity (including filter change)-3.0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine Tire size and pressure Hood release Coolant capacity (3.0L V6 Vulcan engine) Coolant capacity (3.0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine) Power steering fluid capacity-3.0L V6 Vulcan engine...
Page 232 Filling station information 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. Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick handle.

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