Table Of Contents - Ford 2004 Freestar Manual

Table of Contents

Table Of Contents1
California Proposition 65 Warning4
Introduction4
Safety And Environment Protection5
Protecting The Environment5
Breaking-In Your Vehicle5
Special Notices6
Service Data Recording6
Event Data Recording6
Special Instructions7
Middle East/North Africa Vehicle Specific Information7
Vehicle Symbol Glossary8
Instrument Cluster10
Warning Lights And Chimes10
Warning And Control Lights10
The Check Engine10
Check Fuel Cap11
Brake System Warning Light11
Anti-Lock Brake System11
Air Bag Readiness11
Safety Belt12
Check Transaxle12
Engine Oil Pressure12
Engine Coolant Temperature12
Traction Control Or Advancetrac Active13
Low Tire Warning13
Low Fuel13
Speed Control13
Low Washer Fluid14
Door Ajar14
Turn Signal14
Bulb Warning14
Gauges15
High Beams15
Key-In-Ignition Warning Chime15
Turn Signal Warning Chime15
Speedometer16
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge16
Odometer16
Trip Odometer17
Tachometer17
Fuel Gauge17
Entertainment Systems18
Am/Fm Stereo System (If Equipped)18
Am/Fm Stereo/ Single Cd Sound System (If Equipped)20
Speed Sensitive Volume (If Equipped)21
Setting The Clock21
Autoset21
Premium In-Dash Six Cd Sound System (If Equipped)23
Am/Fm Stereo With In-Dash Six Cd23
Speed Sensitive Volume24
Am/Fm Stereo Cassette/Single Cd Sound System26
Clean Tape Reminder27
Family Entertainment Dvd System (If Equipped)29
Auxiliary Audio Controls (If Equipped)29
Parental Control30
Dual Play Mode30
Radio Frequencies31
Radio Reception Factors31
Cassette/Player Care31
Cd/Cd Player Care32
Audio System Warranty And Service32
Climate Controls33
Manual Heating And Air Conditioning System33
Max A/C33
Operating Tips34
Auxiliary Climate Control Operation35
Auxiliary Climate Control (If Equipped)42
Temperature Sensor (If Equipped)42
Rear Window Defroster42
Cabin Air Filter42
Lights43
Headlamp Control43
Autolamp Control (If Equipped)43
Autolamps - Programmable Exit Delay43
Daytime Running Lamps (Drl) (If Equipped)44
Flash To Pass45
Battery Saver45
Panel Dimmer Control45
Domelamp Control46
Aiming The Headlamps46
Vertical Aim Adjustment46
Turn Signal Control47
Interior Lamps47
Map Lamps (If Equipped)48
Second Row & Third Row Dome And Map Lamps (If Equipped)48
Dome Lamps (If Equipped)49
Cargo Lamp49
Using The Right Bulbs49
Bulb Replacement49
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs50
Replacing Front Parking/Turn/Sidemarker Signal Bulbs51
Replacing Tail Lamp/Backup/Turn Lamp Bulbs52
Replacing High-Mount Brakelamp Bulbs52
Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulb53
Replacing Supplemental Park Lamp Or Cornering Lamp Bulbs53
Driver Controls54
Multi-Function Lever54
Windshield Wiper/Washer Control54
Rear Window Wiper/Washer Controls54
Changing The Wiper Blades55
Tilt Steering Wheel55
Steering Wheel Adjustment55
Illuminated Visor Mirror (If Equipped)56
Overhead Console (If Equipped)56
Conversation Mirror56
Electronic Compass/Temperature Display (If Equipped)56
Outside Air Temperature57
Compass57
Zone Variation Mode57
Compass Calibration Mode58
Sliding Door Operation59
Manual Door Operation59
Power Sliding Door (Psd) (If Equipped)60
Opening And Closing The Psd60
Disabling Psd Power Operation61
Safety/Obstructions61
Resetting The Psd62
Sliding Door Child Safety Lock62
Cleaning The Sliding Door Contacts63
Instrument Panel Storage Compartment63
Clock (If Equipped)64
Auxiliary Power Point64
Power Windows65
One Touch Down66
Accessory Delay66
Power Vent Windows66
Automatic Dimming Inside Rear View Mirror (If Equipped)66
Power Side View Mirrors67
Heated Outside Mirrors67
Signal Indicator Mirrors (If Equipped)67
Fold-Away Mirrors68
Power Adjustable Foot Pedals (If Equipped)68
Speed Control (If Equipped)68
Setting Speed Control69
Disengaging Speed Control69
Resuming A Set Speed69
Increasing Speed While Using Speed Control70
Reducing Speed While Using Speed Control70
Turning Off Speed Control70
Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped)71
Radio Control Features71
Center Console (If Equipped)72
Cell Phone Use72
Positive Retention Floor Mat (If Equipped)72
To Install Floor Mats That Have A Retention Post72
Homelink Wireless Control System (If Equipped)73
Programming73
Gate Operator & Canadian Programming75
Operating The Homelink Wireless Control System75
Erasing Homelink Buttons76
Reprogramming A Single Homelink Button76
Message Center (If Equipped)76
Selectable Features77
Reset77
Info Menu77
Distance To Empty (Dte)77
Average Fuel Economy (Afe)78
Trip Elapsed Drive Time78
Display On/Off78
Setup Menu79
Language79
Units (English/Metric)79
System Check80
System Warnings80
Liftgate85
Power Liftgate (Plg) (If Equipped)85
Opening And Closing The Plg86
To Power Open Or Close The Plg With The Key Fob87
To Power Open The Plg With Outside Release Handle87
To Power Close The Plg From The Liftgate Trim Switch87
To Operate The Plg Manually88
Resetting The Plg88
Liftgate Ajar Signal88
Cargo Area Features89
Cargo Net (If Equipped)89
Utility Hooks89
Luggage Rack (If Equipped)89
To Adjust The Cross-Bar (If Equipped) Position90
To Remove The Cross-Bar (If Equipped) Assembly90
To Install The Cross-Bar Assembly90
Locks And Security91
Keys91
Power Door Locks91
Memory Lock91
Childproof Door Locks92
Remote Entry System92
Unlocking The Doors94
Opening/Closing Power Sliding Doors (If Equipped)94
Anti-Theft System94
Opening Power Liftgate (Plg) (If Equipped)95
Locking The Doors95
Sounding A Panic Alarm96
Replacing The Battery96
Replacing Lost Remote Entry Transmitters97
How To Reprogram Your Remote Entry Transmitters97
Illuminated Entry97
Illuminated Exit98
Perimeter Lamps Illuminated Entry (If Equipped)98
Deactivating/Activating Perimeter Lamps99
Autolock99
Relock100
Deactivating/Activating The Autolock Feature100
Memory Feature (If Equipped)100
Associating The Remote Transmitter With The Memory Feature100
Disassociating The Memory Feature From The Remote Transmitter101
Keyless Entry System (If Equipped)101
Programming A Personal Entry Code102
Erasing Personal Code102
Tips For Setting Codes102
Unlocking And Locking The Doors Using Keyless Entry103
Deactivating/Reactivating The Autolock Feature Using The Keypad103
Securilock Passive Anti-Theft System104
Theft Indicator104
Key Information104
Programming Spare Keys105
Perimeter Alarm System (If Equipped)107
Arming The System107
Disarming The System107
Adjustable Head Restraints (If Equipped)108
Seating And Safety Restraints108
Adjusting The Front Manual Seat (If Equipped)109
Adjusting The Front Power Seat (If Equipped)109
Heated Seats (If Equipped)110
Using The Manual Lumbar Support (If Equipped)111
Kangaroo Pouch And Map Pocket (If Equipped)111
Memory Seats/Rearview Mirrors/Adjustable Pedals (If Equipped)111
Rear Seats112
Head Restraints112
Seat Mounted Cup Holders (If Equipped)112
Adjusting 2Nd Row Seats (If Equipped)113
Adjusting Second Row Bucket And Bench Seat Back114
Accessing The Third Row Seat With A Second Row Bucket Seat115
Second Row Bench Seat Tip Slide Feature117
Exiting The Third Row Seat117
Second Row Bucket Seats (If Equipped)117
Second Row Bench Seat117
Removal Of Second Row Seats From Vehicle118
Installation Of Second Row Seats121
Second Row Bucket Seats121
Stowing The Third Row Seat124
Unstowing The Third Row Seat128
Third Row Seat Features129
Tailgate Function129
Safety Restraints131
Personal Safety System131
How Does The Personal Safety System Work?131
Driver And Passenger Dual-Stage Air Bag Supplemental Restraints132
Front Crash Severity Sensor132
Driver's Seat Position Sensor132
Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor (Ocs)132
Front Safety Belt Usage Sensors133
Front Safety Belt Pretensioners133
Front Safety Belt Energy Management Retractors134
Determining If The Personal Safety System Is Operational134
Safety Belt Precautions134
Combination Lap And Shoulder Belts136
Energy Management Feature — Outboard136
Vehicle Sensitive Mode137
Automatic Locking Mode137
When To Use The Automatic Locking Mode137
How To Use The Automatic Locking Mode137
How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode138
Safety Belt Height Adjustment138
Third Row Comfort Guide139
Safety Belt Warning Light And Indicator Chime139
Conditions Of Operation140
Beltminder140
One Time Disable143
Deactivating/Activating The Beltminder Feature143
Safety Belt Extension Assembly144
Safety Belt Maintenance144
Replacing The Front Seat Belt Assemblies After A Collision145
Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)145
Important Srs Precautions146
Children And Air Bags147
Determining If The System Is Operational147
How Does The Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System Work?148
Front Passenger Sensing System149
Side Air Bag System (If Equipped)151
How Does The Side Air Bag System Work?152
Safety Canopy System153
How Does The Safety Canopy System Work?154
Disposal Of Air Bags And Air Bag Equipped Vehicles156
Safety Restraints For Children157
Important Child Restraint Precautions157
Children And Safety Belts157
Child Booster Seats157
When Children Should Use Booster Seats158
Types Of Booster Seats159
The Importance Of Shoulder Belts159
Safety Seats For Children160
Child And Infant Or Child Safety Seats160
Installing Child Safety Seats With Combination Lap And Shoulder Belts161
Attaching Child Safety Seats With Tether Straps164
Front Passenger Seating Position (Manual Adjusting Seats Only)165
Rear Seating Positions168
Attaching Safety Seats With Latch Attachments For Child Seat Anchors168
Driving171
Starting171
Positions Of The Ignition171
Preparing To Start Your Vehicle171
Important Safety Precautions172
Starting The Engine173
Using The Engine Block Heater (If Equipped)174
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes174
Important Ventilating Information174
Brakes175
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)175
Abs Warning Lamp175
Using Abs175
Parking Brake176
Advancetrac Stability Enhancement System176
Steering179
Automatic Transaxle Operation179
Brake-Shift Interlock179
Transmission Operation179
Driving With An Automatic Overdrive Transaxle With Column Gearshift180
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud Or Snow182
Reverse Sensing System (If Equipped)182
Driving Through Water184
Vehicle Loading – With And Without A Trailer184
Base Curb Weight185
Vehicle Curb Weight185
Cargo Weight185
Gawr (Gross Axle Weight Rating)185
Gvw (Gross Vehicle Weight)186
Gcw (Gross Combined Weight)186
Gcwr (Gross Combined Weight Rating)187
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight187
Tongue Load Or Fifth Wheel King Pin Weight187
Trailer Towing188
Preparing To Tow189
Hitches190
Safety Chains190
Trailer Brakes190
Trailer Lamps190
Driving While You Tow191
Servicing After Towing191
Trailer Towing Tips191
Recreational Towing192
Roadside Emergencies193
Getting Roadside Assistance193
Using Roadside Assistance193
Hazard Flasher Control194
Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch194
Fuses And Relays195
Standard Fuse Amperage Rating And Color196
Fuses Codes197
Power Distribution Box198
High-Current Fuses199
Auxiliary Relay Box (Cooling Fans)202
Changing A Flat Tire203
Temporary Spare Tire Information203
Dissimilar Spare Tire/Wheel Information204
Location Of The Spare Tire And Tools205
Removing The Jack And Tools206
Removing The Spare Tire206
Cargo Van Only206
Tire Change Procedure208
Stowing The Full-Size Tire211
Stowing The Spare Tire212
Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications213
Jump Starting214
Jump Starting Your Vehicle214
Preparing Your Vehicle214
Connecting The Jumper Cables215
Removing The Jumper Cables217
Wrecker Towing219
Customer Assistance220
Ford Extended Service Plan222
The Dispute Settlement Board (U.s. Only)222
Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. Only)228
Cleaning229
Washing The Exterior229
Waxing229
Paint Chips230
Aluminum Wheels And Wheel Covers230
Engine230
Plastic (Non-Painted) Exterior Parts231
Windows And Wiper Blades231
Instrument Panel And Cluster Lens232
Interior Trim232
Interior232
Leather Seats (If Equipped)233
Underbody233
Ford, Lincoln And Mercury Car Care Products234
Maintenance And Specifications235
Service Recommendations235
Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle235
Working With The Engine Off235
Opening The Hood236
Identifying Components In The Engine Compartment237
Windshield Washer Fluid238
Checking And Adding Washer Fluid For The Liftgate238
Checking The Engine Oil238
Adding Engine Oil239
Engine Oil And Filter Recommendations240
Battery241
Checking Engine Coolant243
Adding Engine Coolant245
Recycled Engine Coolant247
Coolant Refill Capacity247
Severe Climates247
What You Should Know About Automotive Fuels248
Fuel Information248
Fuel Filler Cap250
Choosing The Right Fuel250
Octane Recommendations251
Fuel Quality251
Cleaner Air252
Running Out Of Fuel252
Fuel Filter252
Measuring Techniques252
Calculating Fuel Economy253
Driving Style — Good Driving And Fuel Economy Habits254
Habits254
Maintenance254
Conditions255
Epa Window Sticker255
Emission Control System255
On Board Diagnostics (Obd-Ii)256
Readiness For Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing257
Checking And Adding Power Steering Fluid258
Brake Fluid Reservoir258
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid259
Low Fluid Level259
Correct Fluid Level259
High Fluid Level260
Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels260
Information About Uniform Tire Quality Grading260
U.s. Department Of Transportation-Tire Quality Grades261
Treadwear261
Traction Aa A B C261
Temperature A B C261
When To Reset The Low Tire Warning System262
Reset Without Message Center263
Reset With Message Center263
Glossary Of Tire Terminology264
Tire Information264
Information Contained On The Tire Sidewall265
Information on "P" Type Tires265
Information on "T" Type Tires269
Location Of The Tire Label269
Tire Care269
Tire Inflation Pressure269
Tire And Wheel Alignment271
Tire Rotation271
Rear Wheel Drive (Rwd)273
Tire Wear273
Tire Replacement Requirements274
Safety Practices275
Highway Hazards275
Snow Tires And Chains276
Motorcraft Part Numbers277
Refill Capacities278
Lubricant Specifications279
Engine Data281
Vehicle Dimensions281
Identifying Your Vehicle283
Certification Label283
Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)283
Engine Number284
Transmission/Transaxle Code Designations284
Truck Application285
Passenger Car Application285
Accessories287
Index289