Page 1: Table Of Contents
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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 INFORMATION ABOUT THIS GUIDE The information found in this guide was in effect at the time of printing. Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation.
Page 4: Vehicle Symbol Glossary
Introduction These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Child Seat Installation Child Seat Tether Warning Anchorage Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Brake Fluid - Traction Control...
Page 5 Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Interior Luggage Child Safety Door Compartment Release Lock/Unlock Symbol Panic Alarm Engine Oil Engine Coolant Engine Coolant Temperature Do Not Open When Hot Battery Avoid Smoking, Flames, Battery Acid or Sparks Explosive Gas Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Power Steering Fluid Level Emission System...
Page 6: Instrumentation
Instrumentation Instrument cluster (pg. 8) Gearshift (includes O/D OFF control) (pg. 169) Turn signal and wiper/washer control Driver air bag (pg. 86) (pg. 140) 4 5 6 TEMP H F FUEL TRAC BRAKE ACTIVE TRAC RPMX1000 THEFT km/h Instrument panel dimmer control Traction control* (pg.
Page 7 Instrumentation Reverse sensing system* (pg. 78) Message center controls* (pg. 16) Electronic sound system (pg. 38) INFO SETUP RESET DISC VOL - PUSH ON MUTE TAPE DOLBY B NR AUTO SEEK TUNE SCAN BASS TREB FADE SIDE 1-2 COMP SHUFFLE FRONT REAR REAR...
Page 8 Instrumentation WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES 4 5 6 TEMP H F FUEL TRAC BRAKE ACTIVE TRAC RPMX1000 THEFT km/h Some Warning Lights will show in the cluster equipped with a Message Center as words. Low fuel Illuminates as an early reminder of a low fuel condition indicated on the fuel gauge (refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter for more information).
Page 9 Instrumentation Traction Control system begins applying and releasing the brakes and adjusting the engine characteristics to limit a wheelspin condition. It will be lit for a minimum of four seconds or for the duration of the Traction Control event. For more information, refer to the Driving chapter. Traction Control off light (if equipped) Momentarily illuminates when the...
Page 10 Instrumentation Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position. If the light remains on or fails to illuminate, have the system serviced immediately. With the ABS light on, the anti-lock brake system is disabled and normal braking is still effective unless the brake warning light also remains illuminated with the parking brake released.
Page 11 Instrumentation illuminate at these times, seek service immediately. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately. O/D off Illuminates when the Transmission Control Switch (TCS), refer to Overdrive control in the Controls and Features chapter, has been pushed turning the transmission overdrive function OFF.
Page 12 Instrumentation Temporary malfunctions may cause your Check Engine light to illuminate. Examples are: 1. The vehicle has run out of fuel. (The engine may misfire or run poorly.) 2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel. 3. The fuel cap may not have been properly installed and securely tightened.
Page 13 Instrumentation Low washer fluid Illuminates when the ignition is turned to the START position and when the windshield washer fluid is low. 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.
Page 14 Instrumentation GAUGES 4 5 6 TEMP H FUEL TRAC BRAKE ACTIVE TRAC RPMX1000 THEFT km/h Fuel gauge Displays approximately how much FUEL 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 15 Instrumentation Speedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed. km/h Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates the temperature of the TEMP H engine coolant. At normal operating temperature, the needle remains within the normal area (the area between the “H” and “C”). If it enters the red section, the engine is overheating.
Page 16 Instrumentation Trip odometer Registers up to 1 600 kilometers (1 000 miles) of individual journeys. To display, depress the control. To reset, depress and hold the control for 2 seconds. To set back to trip odometer, depress the control again. MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED) With the ignition in the ON position, km/h...
Page 17 Instrumentation • Units (English/Metric) • System Check • Single/Dual Display Mode Reset Press this control to select and reset functions shown in the INFO menu and SETUP menu. Language 1. Select this function from the SETUP menu for the current language to be displayed.
Page 18 Instrumentation The sequence of the system check report is as follows: 1. oil life in XX% 2. charging system 3. washer fluid level 4. brake fluid level 5. doors closed (driver and passenger side). This message can only be reset by closing the door(s). If the RESET control is pressed, PLEASE CLOSE DOOR will be displayed.
Page 19 Instrumentation This acts as a reminder that these warning conditions still exist within the vehicle. Driver’s door ajar Warning cannot be reset Passenger door ajar Driver rear door ajar Passenger rear door ajar Check charging system Warning returns after 10 minutes Transmission overheated Check transmission Low fuel level...
Page 20 Instrumentation electrical loads as soon as possible. If the warning stays on or comes on when the engine is operating at normal speeds, have the electrical system checked as soon as possible. LOW FUEL LEVEL. Displayed as an early reminder of a low fuel condition. CHECK TRANSMISSION.
Page 21 Instrumentation LOW WASHER FLUID. Indicates the washer fluid reservoir is less than one quarter full. Check the washer fluid level. Refer to Windshield washer fluid in the Maintenance and care chapter. CHECK TRACTION CONTROL (if equipped). Displayed when the Traction Control system is not operating properly.
Page 22 Instrumentation 2. Press and release the RESET control to display “OIL LIFE XX% HOLD RESET NEW. 3. Press and hold the RESET control for 2 seconds to display “IF NEW OIL HOLD RESET. 4. Release the RESET control momentarily, then press RESET and SETUP controls at the same time to activate a service mode which will display OIL LIFE XX% RESET TO...
Page 23 Instrumentation Compass display (if equipped) The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large buildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna. Magnetic or metallic objects placed in, on or near the vehicle may also affect compass accuracy. Usually, when something affects the compass readings, the compass will correct itself after a few days of operating your vehicle in normal conditions.
Page 24 Instrumentation 5. Press and hold the RESET control until the message center display changes to show the current zone setting. 6. Release the reset control, then slowly press down again. 7. Press the SETUP control repeatedly until the correct zone setting for your geographic location is displayed on the message center.
Page 25 Instrumentation 1. Drive the vehicle at least 8 km (5 miles) with the speed control system engaged to display a stabilized average. 2. 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.
Page 26: 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 highbeam headlamps on with a reduced output. To activate: •...
Page 27 Controls and features Flash to pass Pull toward you to activate and release to deactivate. Battery saver The battery saver will shut off the exterior lamps 10 minutes after the ignition switch has been turned off and the headlamp control is in the HEADLAMP position.
Page 28: Controls And Features
Controls and features AUTOLAMP CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) The autolamp system provides light AUTO sensitive automatic on-off control of the exterior lights normally controlled by the headlamp control. The autolamp system also keeps the lights on for a fixed period of time after the ignition switch is turned to OFF.
Page 29 Controls and features Temperature control Controls the temperature of the airflow inside the vehicle. Mode selector control Controls the direction of the airflow to the inside of the vehicle. • (Panel) — Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers. •...
Page 30 Controls and features • Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area (at the bottom of the windshield under the hood). • Do not place objects 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.
Page 31 Controls and features • Manual heating and air conditioning system with rear controls (if equipped) FRONT REAR REAR CTL Fan speed control Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle. Temperature control FRONT REAR REAR CTL Controls the temperature of the airflow for the front part of the passenger compartment.
Page 32 Controls and features FRONT REAR REAR CTL With the rear fan switch on the main control set to any fan speed (except OFF), the rear temperature control: • regulates the temperature of the airflow for the rear passenger compartment. • determines the air distribution to the rear registers. The rear climate control distributes air in the following manner: •...
Page 33 Controls and features selected. If the (A/C) control was previously selected before using MAX A/C, the indicator light will remain lit. Airflow will be from the instrument panel registers. This mode can also be used to prevent undesirable odors from entering the vehicle. •...
Page 34 Controls and features Cooling your vehicle with outside air Cooling your vehicle with air conditioned outside air is quieter but less economical than using recirculated air. It also has less cooling capacity. In order to cool your vehicle using outside air: 1.
Page 35 Controls and features • Do not place objects 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 block airflow and possibly damage your climate control system.
Page 36 Controls and features Rear passenger compartment climate control system (if equipped) This system allows the rear seat occupants to adjust their climate comfort level. The rear seat climate control system is controlled from the main climate control system on the instrument panel: FRONT REAR REAR CTL...
Page 37 Controls and features The temperature/mode selection control allows rear passengers to select the temperature, as well as whether the air is distributed from the overhead registers or the floor register, or a mix between the two. The temperature/mode selection control allows you to select any temperature setting for your desired comfort level and gives you three choices for air distribution: •...
Page 38 Controls and features USING YOUR AUDIO SYSTEM AM/FM Stereo PUSH SEEK TONE TONE VOL TUNE AM / FM STEREO AM/FM 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.
Page 39 Controls and features 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 mode.
Page 40 Controls and features Radio station memory preset The radio is equipped with four station memory preset controls. These controls can be used to select up to four preset AM stations and eight FM stations (four in FM1 and four in FM2). Setting memory preset stations 1.
Page 41 Controls and features Speaker fade adjust (if equipped) Speaker sound can be adjusted PUSH between the front and rear speakers. TONE Press the TONE control four times, then use the volume knob to adjust the desired level. Setting the clock Press CLK to toggle between listening frequencies and clock TONE...
Page 42 Controls and features • to decrease minutes and SEEK SEEK • to increase minutes. TUNE TUNE 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...
Page 43 Controls and features Volume/power control Press the control to turn the audio VOL - PUSH ON system on or off. Turn the control to raise or lower volume. 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”...
Page 44 Controls and features AM/FM select in CD changer mode (if equipped) Press this control to stop CD play and begin radio play. Tune adjust The tune control works in radio and CD changer modes (if equipped). Tune adjust in radio mode •...
Page 45 Controls and features Seek function for CD changer (if equipped) • Press to seek to the previous SEEK track of the current disc. If a selection has been playing for TUNE three seconds or more and you DISCS press , the CD changer will replay that selection from the beginning.
Page 46 Controls and features Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s bass output. BASS Treble adjust The treble adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s treble output. TREB Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted between the right and left speakers.
Page 47 Controls and features Tape select • To enter tape mode while in radio or CD changer mode, press the TAPE control. • If no tape is found, NO TAPE TAPE appears in the display. 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...
Page 48 Controls and features Press the 1–2/FF control to stop SIDE 1 - 2 rewinding the tape. To rewind in CD changer mode, press the CD control (preset 1). Press the control again to deactivate rewind mode. Fast forward The fast forward control works in tape and CD changer modes. To fast forward in tape mode, press SIDE 1 - 2...
Page 49 Controls and features Press the SHUFFLE control to start this feature. Random order play will continue until the SHUFFLE control is pressed again. Tape direction select Press SIDE and 1–2 at the same SIDE 1 - 2 time to play the alternate side of a tape.
Page 50 Controls and features • to decrease hours and • to increase hours. SEEK TUNE DISCS To set the minute, press and hold the CLK control and press the TUNE control: TAPE • to decrease minutes and SEEK • to increase minutes. TUNE DISCS The CLK control will allow you to switch between media display mode...
Page 51 Controls and features Premium AM/FM Stereo/Cassette/Single CD DISC VOL PUSH ON FM 1 MUTE TAPE DOLBY B NR AUTO SEEK TUNE SCAN BASS TREB FADE SIDE 1-2 COMP SHUFFLE 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.
Page 52 Controls and features Turn control to raise or lower VOL - PUSH ON 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 53 Controls and features Tune adjust in radio mode • Press to move to the next SEEK SEEK frequency down the band (whether or not a listenable TUNE TUNE station is located there). Hold the control to move through the frequencies quickly. •...
Page 54 Controls and features 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. • Press to find the next listenable station up the frequency band.
Page 55 Controls and features Scan function in radio mode Press the SCAN control to hear a brief sampling of all listenable stations on the frequency band. Press the 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.
Page 56 Controls and features Autoset memory preset Autoset allows you to set strong radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations. This feature is helpful on trips when you travel between cities with different radio stations. Starting autoset memory preset 1.
Page 57 Controls and features Treble adjust The treble adjust control allows you BASS TREB to increase or decrease the audio system’s treble output. Press the TREB control then press: • to decrease the treble output • to increase the treble output. Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can be FADE...
Page 58 Controls and features Tape/CD select • To begin tape play (with a tape loaded into the audio system) TAPE 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.
Page 59 Controls and features Eject function Press the EJ control to stop and eject a tape. Press the EJ control to stop and eject a CD. Dolby noise reduction Dolby noise reduction operates in tape mode. Dolby noise reduction reduces the amount of hiss and static during tape playback.
Page 60 Controls and features Setting the clock To set the hour, press and hold the CLK control and press SEEK: AUTO • to decrease hours and • to increase hours. SEEK SEEK TUNE TUNE To set the minute, press and hold the CLK control and press TUNE: AUTO •...
Page 61 Controls and features The CLK button will allow you to switch between media display mode AUTO (radio station, stereo information, etc.) and clock display mode (time). When in clock mode, the media information will display for 10 seconds, when the radio is turned on, and then revert to clock information.
Page 62 Controls and features If there is a discrepancy between the rear seat and the front audio controls, (i.e, both trying to listen to the same playing media), the front audio system will receive the desired selection. Adjusting the volume Press the + control to increase volume.
Page 63 Controls and features Memory preset control Push the MEM control successively to allow rear seat passengers to VOLUME MEDIA SEEK scroll through the six memory presets in AM, FM1, or FM2. Push the MEM control in CD changer mode (if equipped) to advance to the next disc.
Page 64 Controls and features Volume/power control Press the control to turn the audio system on or off. PUSH ON Turn the control to raise or lower volume. 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”...
Page 65 Controls and features Tune adjust in radio mode • Press to move to the next frequency down the band (whether or not a listenable station is located there). Hold the DISC TUNE control to move through the frequencies quickly. • Press to move to the next frequency up the band (whether or not a listenable station is located there).
Page 66 Controls and features • Press 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. Scan function The scan function works in radio or SCAN CD mode.
Page 67 Controls and features Autostore Autostore allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations. This feature is helpful on trips when you travel between cities with different radio stations. Starting autostore 1. Press and momentarily hold the AM/FM control. 2.
Page 68 Controls and features Display description Six circles are always lit in the digital display. These signify the six CD slots in the audio system. When a disc is loaded into a particular slot (1–6), the number inside that specific circle lights. If the circle is empty, there is no CD in that particular slot.
Page 69 Controls and features Eject Press the EJ control to stop and eject a CD. You can choose which CD will be ejected by pressing the EJ control and the desired preset number (1–6). For example, to eject CD#2, press the EJ control and then press the present #2 control.
Page 70 Controls and features Shuffle feature When engaged, the shuffle feature SHUF has two different modes: SHUFFLE DISC and SHUFFLE TRK. SHUFFLE DISC randomly plays tracks from all the discs presently in the audio system. SHUFFLE TRK plays all the tracks on the current disc in random order. Press the SHUF control until the desired shuffle mode is displayed.
Page 71 Controls and features Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted between the right and left speakers. FADE 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.
Page 72 Controls and features SELECT HOURS, SELECT MINUTES— Allows you to adjust the hours and minutes. Refer to Setting the clock. TRAFFIC ON/OFF— Traffic announcements can be programmed as local or distant. Refer to Traffic announcements. RDS ON/OFF— This feature allows your audio system to receive text information from RDS-equipped FM radio stations.
Page 73 Controls and features To disengage the feature, press the MENU control until TRAFFIC ON displays. Press the SEL control. The display will read TRAFFIC OFF. Traffic announcements not available in most U.S. markets. Program type This feature allows you to search for MENU RDS stations selectively by their program type.
Page 74 Controls and features Mute mode Press the control to mute the MUTE playing media. Press the control again to return to the playing media. Setting the clock Press the MENU control until MENU SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINUTE is displayed. Use the SEL control to manually set the time.
Page 75 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 76 Controls and features 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.
Page 77 Controls and features If your changer does not work, it may be that: • A disc is already loaded where you want to insert a disc. • The disc is inserted with the label surface downward. • The disc is dusty or defective. •...
Page 78 Controls and features 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 87.7, 87.9–107.7, 107.9 MHz Not all frequencies are used in a given area.
Page 79 Controls and features To help avoid personal injury, please read and understand the limitations on the reverse sensing system described below. Reverse sensing is only an assist for some (generally large and fixed) objects when moving in reverse on a flat surface at “parking speeds” of approximately 6 km/h (4 mph) or less.
Page 80 Controls and features The reverse sensing system detects obstacles within approximately 1.8 meters (5.9 ft.) of the rear bumper with a decreased coverage area at the outer corners of the bumper, (refer to the figures for approximate zone coverage areas). As you move closer to the obstacle, the rate of the tone increases.
Page 81 Controls and features POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED) Press and hold the rocker control to adjust accelerator and brake pedal. • press the bottom of the control to adjust the pedals toward you • press the top of the control to adjust the pedals away from you The adjustment allows for approximately 76mm (3 inches) of maximum travel.
Page 82 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. SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) To turn speed control on • Press ON. Vehicle speed cannot be controlled until the vehicle is traveling at or above 48 km/h (30 mph).
Page 83 Controls and features To set a speed • Press SET+. For speed control to operate, the speed control must be ON and the vehicle speed must be greater than 48 km/h (30 mph). If you drive up or down a steep hill, your vehicle speed may vary momentarily slower or faster than the set speed.
Page 84 Controls and features 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 −. Release the control when the desired speed is reached or •...
Page 85 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). TURN SIGNAL CONTROL •...
Page 86 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.
Page 87 Controls and features OVERDRIVE CONTROL Activating overdrive (Overdrive) is the normal drive position for the best fuel economy. The overdrive function allows automatic upshifts and downshifts through all available gears. Deactivating overdrive Press the Transmission Control Switch (TCS) located on the end of the gearshift lever.
Page 88 Controls and features TILT STEERING WHEEL (IF EQUIPPED) 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 to lock the steering wheel in position. Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving.
Page 89 Controls and features POWER WINDOWS (IF EQUIPPED) Press and hold the rocker switches to open and close windows. • Press the top portion of the rocker switch to close. AUTO • Press the bottom portion of the rocker switch to open. AUTO One touch down •...
Page 90 Controls and features Accessory delay 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 any door is opened. Power vent windows (if equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped with rear power vent windows which are operated the same as the front...
Page 91 Controls and features Heated outside mirrors (if equipped) Both mirrors are heated automatically to remove ice, mist and fog when the rear 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.
Page 92 Controls and features 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. CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS When these locks are set, the rear sliding doors cannot be opened from the inside.
Page 93 Controls and features ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED) To turn on the visor mirror lamps, lift the mirror cover. HOMELINK UNIVERSAL TRANSCEIVER WITH TRAVELNOTE (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.
Page 94 Controls and features 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 PLAY HomeLink button.
Page 95 Controls and features Operating the HomeLink Universal Transceiver Once programmed, the HomeLink Universal Transceiver can be used in place of hand-held transmitters. To PLAY operate, simply press and release the appropriate HomeLink button (the red light will illuminate, indicating the signal is being transmitted).
Page 96 Controls and features 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: PLAY 1. Hold down the two outside buttons until the red light begins to flash after 20 seconds.
Page 97 Controls and features To record a message: 1. Press and release the REC button one time to start recording. PLAY (An audible tone will sound, confirming the onset of recording). 2. Press and release the REC button a second time to end recording.
Page 98 Controls and features If the DEL button is inadvertently pressed or the time allotted (five seconds) has passed, the indicator light will flash amber and an “error” tone will sound. INTERIOR LAMPS Dome lamps (if equipped) The front dome lamp is located overhead between the driver and passenger seats.
Page 99 Controls and features Rear dome lamp The dome lamp lights when: • any door is opened. • the instrument panel dimmer switch is held up until the courtesy lamps come on. • any of the remote entry controls are pressed and the ignition is OFF.
Page 100 Controls and features • Remove the storage clip from the aftermarket transmitter. • Place Velcro hook onto side of aftermarket transmitter opposite of actuator control. • Place the transmitter into storage compartment, control down. • Place the provided height adaptors onto the back of the GARAGE control as needed.
Page 101 Controls and features Power Sliding Door (if equipped) The overhead console consists of the Power Sliding Door (PSD) ON/OFF control (with indicator light) and the right and left hand side PSD control(s). SLIDING DOOR With this option, you can open and close the sliding door(s) with the controls inside your vehicle.
Page 102 Controls and features Opening the PSD With the ON/OFF control in the ON position, either sliding door can be opened by: • operating the remote transmitter. Refer to Remote Entry System in this chapter. • pushing and releasing the overhead console right hand or left hand control •...
Page 103 Controls and features Safety/Obstructions If anything obstructs the Power Sliding Door while it is closing, the door will automatically reverse to the open position, provided it meets sufficient resistance. Resetting the PSD The power sliding door may operate incorrectly or not at all because of the following condition: •...
Page 104 Controls and features lever is located in the inside of the sliding door, on the front edge of the door. Lift the control up to engage the child lock. If you have the optional power sliding door, disable the power sliding door by pushing the ON/OFF control in the overhead console to the OFF position.
Page 105 When installed properly, the locator will not screw down tightly, but will rotate freely. Use only Ford original Equipment floor mats. Do not stack multiple floor mats over the Ford original equipment floor mats as they are not positively retained.
Page 106 Controls and features Unlocking the doors • 3–button remote • 4–button remote • 5–button remote Press this control to unlock the driver door and disarm the anti-theft system (if equipped). The interior lamps will illuminate. Press the control again within three seconds to unlock all doors and liftgate.
Page 107 Controls and features Opening power sliding doors • 4–button remote • 5–button remote Press this control twice within three seconds to open the power sliding door (if equipped). The interior lamps will illuminate. Press this control another two times within three seconds to close the power sliding door and turn off the interior lights.
Page 108 Controls and features Locking the doors • 3–button remote • 4–button remote • 5–button remote Press this control to lock all doors and liftgate, turn off the interior lights (if they were on) and arm the perimeter anti-theft system (if equipped). To confirm doors/hood are closed and locked, press the control a second time within three seconds.
Page 109 Controls and features Sounding a panic alarm • 3–button remote • 4–button remote • 5–button remote Press this control to activate the personal panic alarm. The personal panic alarm will cycle the horn and turn signals on/off plus illuminate the interior lights. To deactivate the alarm, press the control again or turn the ignition to RUN or ACC.
Page 110 Controls and features 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 received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Page 111 Controls and features • structures around the vehicle • 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.
Page 112 Controls and features Replacing lost transmitters • 3–button remote • 4–button remote • 5–button remote If a transmitter has been lost or if you would like to purchase additional transmitters for your vehicle (up to four may be programmed into memory), take all your vehicle’s transmitters to your dealer or perform the reprogramming procedure yourself.
Page 113 Controls and features Reprogramming transmitters To reprogram the transmitters yourself, place the key in the ignition and turn from OFF to ON eight times in rapid succession (within 10 seconds) ending in the ON position. After doors lock/unlock, press any control on all transmitters (up to four).
Page 114 Controls and features The system is ready to arm whenever the key is removed from the ignition. Any of the following actions will prearm the alarm system: • Press the remote entry lock control • Press the interior power door lock control while the door is open Twenty seconds after one of the above events occurs, any door/hood that is closed is armed.
Page 115 If a problem occurs, turn 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 116 Controls and features Procedure to program spare SecuriLock keys to your vehicle New coded keys must have the correct mechanical key cut for your vehicle. Conventional (non-coded) keys cannot be programmed to your vehicle. You will need to have two previously programmed coded keys and the new unprogrammed SecuriLock key readily accessible for timely implementation of each step in the procedure.
Page 117 Controls and features LIFTGATE To unlock the liftgate, insert door key into the lock and turn clockwise. You can also unlock the latch (but not release it) with the power door lock system and remote entry key fob. To open the liftgate, squeeze the liftgate handle.
Page 118 Controls and features Cargo Area Features Cargo net (if equipped) The cargo net secures lightweight objects in the cargo area. Attach the net to the anchors provided. Do not put more than 22 kg (50 lbs.) in the net. This net is not designed to restrain objects during a collision. Utility hooks (if equipped) The utility hooks can be used to hang small items.
Page 119: Seating And Safety Restraints
Seating and safety restraints SEATING Adjustable head restraints Your vehicle’s seats may 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.
Page 120 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 121 Seating and safety restraints Adjusting the power seats (if equipped) Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. 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.
Page 122 Seating and safety restraints Rear seats Head restraints Your vehicle’s seats may 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.
Page 123 Seating and safety restraints Adjusting rear seats Lift control to move seat forward or backward. • 2nd row bucket seat • 2nd / 3rd row bench seat Pull control up to adjust seatback position.
Page 124 Seating and safety restraints Pull control up to flip seatback to forward flat position. Accessing the 3rd row seat If your vehicle has an adjustable 2nd row bench seat, it can be adjusted to allow easier access to the 3rd row seat by sliding the seat forward, folding the seatback to the forward flat position, or using the recline control to adjust seatback forward.
Page 125 Seating and safety restraints Bench seat To remove the seats: 1. (For 2nd row bench seat only.) Disengage the lap/shoulder belt from the side of the seat belt detach anchors (if equipped) by inserting the seatbelt tongue or a key into the slot in the detachable anchor and lifting upward.
Page 126 Seating and safety restraints 2. (For 2nd row bench seat only.) Using the clip attached to the end of the shoulder belt(s), clip the end of the belt to the stationary portion of the shoulder belt coming out of the trim panel. The end of the shoulder belt must be clipped in order to keep it from striking anything during vehicle operation.
Page 127 Seating and safety restraints To install the seat: 1. Remove (if necessary) tub covers from the floor to expose the seat mounts. • To remove the tub cover(s), use a screwdriver to pry the tub cover (where indicated) upward and out of the floor tub.
Page 128 Seating and safety restraints • Indexed to far right The 3rd row bench seat can be placed in the 2nd row position. 3. Align seat front hooks to front tub pins, lower back of seat into the rear tubs until both release controls latch into place. Be sure that the seat is locked in place both front and back.
Page 129 Seating and safety restraints Bucket seats To remove the seat(s): Position the seatback in the full down position to make removing the seat easier. 1. From behind the seat, pull straight back on the release controls located on each side of the seat, releasing the rear floor latches.
Page 130 Seating and safety restraints SAFETY RESTRAINTS Safety restraints precautions Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. To reduce the risk of injury, make sure children sit where they can be properly restrained. Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving.
Page 131 Seating and safety restraints Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints. Combination lap and shoulder belts 1. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from) until you hear a snap and feel it latch.
Page 132 Seating and safety restraints Before you can reach and latch a combination lap and shoulder belt having a cinch tongue into the buckle, you may have to lengthen the lap belt portion of it. 1. To lengthen the lap belt, pull some webbing out of the shoulder belt retractor.
Page 133 Seating and safety restraints 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.
Page 134 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 135 Seating and safety restraints Safety belt height adjustment Your vehicle has safety belt height adjustments for the driver, front passenger and second row passengers. 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 adjuster down.
Page 136 Seating and safety restraints Conditions of operation If... Then... The driver’s safety belt is not The safety belt warning light buckled before the ignition switch illuminates1-2 minutes and the is turned to the ON position... warning chime sounds 4-8 seconds. The driver’s safety belt is buckled The safety belt warning light and while the indicator light is...
Page 137 I’m not going far 3 of 4 fatal crashes occur within 25 miles of home. Belts are Ford designs its safety belts to enhance comfort. If uncomfortable you are uncomfortable - try different positions for the safety belt upper anchorage and seatback which should be as upright as possible;...
Page 138 Seating and safety restraints 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. Deactivating/activating the belt minder feature Read steps 1 - 9 thoroughly before proceeding with the deactivation/activation programming procedure.
Page 139 (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...
Page 140 This information will assist Ford in the servicing of your vehicle and may help Ford better understand real world collisions and further...
Page 141 Seating and safety restraints Important supplemental restraint system (SRS) 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...
Page 142 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 143 Seating and safety restraints How does the air bag supplemental restraint system work? The air bag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains longitudinal deceleration sufficient to cause the sensors to close an electrical circuit that initiates air bag inflation.
Page 144 Seating and safety restraints Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation. If the air bag is deployed, 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.
Page 145 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...
Page 146 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 147 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...
Page 148 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.
Page 149 To improve the fit of lap and shoulder belts 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.
Page 150 • Place seat back in upright position. 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.
Page 151 Seating and safety restraints 1. Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt. Air bags 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.
Page 152 Seating and safety restraints 4. While holding the shoulder and lap portions together, route the tongue and webbing through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer’s instructions. Be sure that the belt webbing is not twisted. 5. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle for that seating positions until you hear a snap and feel it latch.
Page 153 Seating and safety restraints 7. Allow the safety belt to retract and remove any slack in the belt to securely tighten the child safety seat in the vehicle. 8. Before placing the child into the child seat, forcibly tilt the child seat forward and back to make sure that the seat is held securely in place.
Page 154 Seating and safety restraints Tether anchorage hardware Children should be placed in the rear in an appropriate child safety seat that is properly secured to the vehicle. Rear-facing infant seats must always be secured in the rear seat. In vehicles without a rear seat, a rear-facing infant seat should be secured in the front seat only if your vehicle does not have a passenger side air bag or your vehicle is equipped with a passenger air bag deactivate switch and the switch is turned to “OFF.”...
Page 155 Seating and safety restraints Front passenger seating position 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. 3. Grasp the tether strap and position it to the seat frame.
Page 156 Seating and safety restraints 4. Rotate the tether strap. 5. Clip the tether strap to the seat frame. If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly (as shown) the child safety seat may not be retained properly in the event of a collision.
Page 157 Seating and safety restraints 8. Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Rear seating positions Follow steps 1–8 as described above for the following available seats: • 2nd row bucket • 2nd row bench...
Page 158 Seating and safety restraints • 3rd row bench For additional important safety information on the proper use of seatbelts, child seats and infant seats, please read the entire Seating and safety restraints chapter in this owner’s guide. Attaching child safety seats with ISOFIX attachments Some child seat manufacturers make safety seats that are labeled as ISOFIX or ISOFIX compatible child seats.
Page 159 Seating and safety restraints The anchors at the center of the three-passenger seat are further apart that the sets of ISOFIX anchors at other seating positions. A child seat with rigid ISOFIX attachments cannot be installed at this seating position. An ISOFIX-compatible child seat (with attachments on belt webbing) can be used at this seating position.
Page 160 Seating and safety restraints If the safety seat in not anchored properly, the risk of a child being injured in a collision greatly increases. To properly install any child seat in the second or third row seats, first set the seatback angle. 1.
Page 161: Starting
Starting 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 162 Starting 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 freely.
Page 163 Starting 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 10 seconds and try again.
Page 164 Starting 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.
Page 165: 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 166 Driving 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 or remains on the ABS needs to be serviced. With the ABS light on, the anti-lock brake system is disabled and normal BRAKE...
Page 167 Driving 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 handling of your vehicle will be adversely affected.
Page 168 Driving 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 on a very slippery road surface, try switching the Traction Control system off with the traction control switch located on the left hand side of the radio.
Page 169 Driving 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) unless the brake pedal is depressed. If the gearshift lever cannot be moved from P (Park) with the brake pedal depressed, it is possible that a fuse has blown or the vehicle’s brakelamps are not operating properly.
Page 170 Driving installed, the transaxle must relearn its adaptive strategy. Optimal shifting will resume within a few hundred kilometers (miles) of operation. Your automatic overdrive transaxle provides fully automatic operation in either (Overdrive) or with the ON/OFF O/D OFF switch depressed. Driving with the gearshift lever in (Overdrive) gives the best fuel economy for normal driving conditions.
Page 171 Driving R (Reverse) With the gearshift lever in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move backward. You should always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R (Reverse). N (Neutral) With the gearshift lever in the N (Neutral) position, the vehicle can be started and is free to roll.
Page 172 Driving When to use (Overdrive) or press the O/D OFF switch You will notice that there is only one drive position ( [Overdrive]) on your gearshift indicator (instead of ON/OFF Drive and Overdrive). However, you will find a control labeled O/D located on the gearshift lever.
Page 173 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 174 Driving • 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. • GCW (Gross Combined Weight): The combined weight of the towing vehicle (including passengers and cargo) and the trailer.
Page 175 Driving 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.
Page 176 Driving • Service your vehicle more frequently if you tow a trailer. Refer to Special Operating Conditions in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide. • Do not tow a trailer until your vehicle has been driven at least 800 km (500 miles). •...
Page 177 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 178 Driving Your vehicle is ready to install a Trailer Tow module that will provide the proper communication with the vehicle electrical system so your trailer lamps will function properly. See your dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for hooking up trailer lamps. Driving while you tow When towing a trailer: •...
Page 179 Driving LUGGAGE RACK (IF EQUIPPED) Maximum load is 75 kg (165 lbs) on the roof rack structure, or 45 kg (100 lbs) on the roof panel slats, evenly distributed. If it is not possible to distribute the load, position it as far rearward as possible. Use the tie down loops to secure the load.
Page 180: Roadside Emergencies
Roadside emergencies 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: • 24–hours, seven days a week •...
Page 181 Roadside emergencies Roadside coverage beyond basic warranty 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. HAZARD FLASHER Use only in an emergency to warn traffic of vehicle breakdown, approaching danger, etc.
Page 182: Roadside Emergencies
Roadside emergencies The fuel pump shut-off switch is located behind the service panel on the right side of the cargo area. Use the following procedure to reset the fuel pump shut-off switch. 1. Turn the ignition to the OFF position. 2.
Page 183 Roadside emergencies 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. Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Cartridge Fuse Mini Standard...
Page 184 Roadside emergencies The pull fuse is located under the instrument panel and is visible from the exterior of the fuse panel cover. The fuse holder is designed to allow you to pull the fuse (#6) from the fuse panel circuit without having to completely remove it from the fuse panel.
Page 185 Roadside emergencies RELAY 1 RELAY 2 RELAY 3 RELAY 4 RELAY 5 RELAY 6 FUSE 1 FUSE 2 FUSE 3 FUSE 4 FUSE 5 FUSE 6 FUSE 7 FUSE 8 FUSE 9 FUSE 10 FUSE 11 FUSE 12 FUSE 13 FUSE 14 FUSE 15 FUSE 16...
Page 186 Roadside emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Passenger Compartment Location Rating Fuse Panel Description Radio, Compact Disc Changer, Remote Keyless Entry Module, PSD (Power Sliding Door) Module RH and LH, Rear Seat Radio Controller Left Rear Turn Lamp, Right Backup Lamp, Right Stop Lamp, Right Rear Park Lamp, Right License Lamp, Left License Lamp, LH Backup Lamp Rear Electronic Module, RHF/RH Sliding/LH...
Page 187 Roadside emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Passenger Compartment Location Rating Fuse Panel Description LH Quarter Window Motor, RH Quarter Window Motor, RH Window Switch Backlighting, RH Lock Switch Backlighting, Master Control Switch (LH) Backlighting, Radio Starter Interrupt Relay (coil) — Not Used —...
Page 188 Roadside emergencies 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. The high-current fuses are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Power Distribution Box Description...
Page 189 Roadside emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Power Distribution Box Description Location Rating 15A* Right Front Park Lamp, Right Front Turn Lamp, Right Front Cornering Lamp 15A* Left Front Park Lamp, Left Front Turn Lamp, Left Front Cornering Lamp 15A* Left Headlamp (Low and High Beam) —...
Page 190 Roadside emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Power Distribution Box Description Location Rating 30A** Starter Motor Solenoid, Ignition Switch 30A** Delayed Accessory Relay, Delayed Accessory Relay (coil), Front Electronic Module, RHF Window Motor 50A** RH/LH Engine Cooling Fan Motors, Cooling Fan Dropping Resistor —...
Page 191 Roadside emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Power Distribution Box Description Location Rating — Not Used — Front Wiper Hi/Low Relay — Not Used — Start Interrupt Relay — Not Used — Powertrain Control Module Relay — Not Used — Powertrain Control Module Diode —...
Page 192 Roadside emergencies • 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 Spare tire information Your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire that must be used for emergencies only.
Page 193 Roadside emergencies Removing the spare tire 1. Open the liftgate and open the plastic cover from the carpeting on cargo floor to expose the hex nut. On cargo van model, lift flap in mat to expose hex nut. 2. Insert the lug nut wrench on the hex nut in cargo floor.
Page 194 Roadside emergencies Stowing the spare tire 1. Lay the tire on the ground with the interior side facing up. 2. Install the retainer through the wheel center and slide the wheel under the vehicle. 3. Turn the lug nut wrench clockwise until the tire is raised to its original position underneath the vehicle.
Page 195 5. Loosen each wheel lug nut one-half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground. If Ford Accessory Running Boards have been installed, use the jack adapters supplied with the running boards as described on the inside of the jack storage area.
Page 196 Roadside emergencies 7. 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.
Page 197 Roadside 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.
Page 198 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 positive (+) terminal of the assisting battery.
Page 199 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.
Page 200 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 201 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 202 If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicle damage may occur. 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.
Page 203: Maintenance And Care
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 204 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 left corner of the instrument panel.
Page 205 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. Power distribution box 5. Battery 6. Engine oil filler cap 7. Engine oil dipstick 8.
Page 206 Maintenance and care 3.8L OHV V6 engine 1. Brake fluid reservoir 2. Air filter assembly 3. Power distribution box 4. Battery 5. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 6. Engine oil dipstick 7. Engine oil filler cap 8. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 9.
Page 207 Maintenance and care 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).
Page 208 Maintenance and care • If the oil level is below the MIN mark, add enough oil to raise the level within the MIN-MAX range. • Oil levels above the MAX mark may cause engine damage. Some oil must be removed from the engine by a service technician. 7.
Page 209 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 long life. If a replacement oil filter is used that does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-up engine noises or knock may be experienced.
Page 210 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.
Page 211 In very cold weather, do not fill the reservoir all the way. Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to Lubricant specifications in the Capacities and specifications chapter. State or local regulations on volatile organic compounds may restrict the use of methanol, a common windshield washer antifreeze additive.
Page 212 Maintenance and care Canada, Motorcraft CXC-10), or an equivalent premium engine coolant that meets Ford specification ESE-M97B44-A. A 50/50 mixture of distilled water and Ford Premium Engine Coolant provides: • maximum cooling system efficiency. • freeze protection down to -36° C (-34° F).
Page 213 Use only Ford Premium Engine Coolant E2FZ-19549-AA (in Canada, Motorcraft CXC-10) 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 214 4. When you are sure that all the pressure has been released, use the cloth to turn it counterclockwise and remove the cap. Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company recommends the use of a recycled engine coolant produced by Ford-approved processes.
Page 215 Not all coolant recycling processes produce coolant which meets Ford specification ESE-M97B44-A. Use of a recycled engine coolant which does not meet the Ford specification may harm engine and cooling system components. Always dispose of used automotive fluids in a responsible manner.
Page 216 Maintenance and care • refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate protection at the temperatures in which you drive. 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.
Page 217 Maintenance and care • 3.8L OHV V6 engine Check the power steering fluid. Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the service interval schedules. If adding fluid is necessary, use only MERCON ATF. 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).
Page 218 Maintenance and care 5. If your vehicle is equipped with the 3.8L OHV V6 engine, checkthe fluid level in the reservoir. It should be between the MIN and MAX lines. Do not add fluid if the level is within this range. 6.
Page 219 Maintenance and care 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. Latch the gearshift lever in P (Park) and leave the engine running. 5.
Page 220 Maintenance and care Use of a non-approved automatic transmission fluid may cause internal transaxle 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.
Page 221 Maintenance and care To replace the filter, perform the following procedure: 1. Release and open the hood. HOOD 2. Locate the cabin air filter access cover.
Page 222 Maintenance and care 3. Remove the cabin air filter access cover. 4. Lift and remove the cabin air filter. 5. Slide the new filter into the filter opening, ensuring proper orientation of the filter. The black rubber seal around the filter perimeter should be closer to the bottom of the opening when installed.
Page 223 Maintenance and care 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.
Page 224 Maintenance and care 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.
Page 225 Maintenance and care 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. With your foot on the brake pedal and with the A/C on, put the vehicle in D (Drive) and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute.
Page 226 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 227 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 228 Maintenance and care 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 •...
Page 229 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. Do not replace your tires with “high performance” tires or larger size tires.
Page 230 Maintenance and care SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS Driving too fast for conditions creates the possibility of loss of vehicle control. Driving at very high speeds for extended periods of time may result in damage to vehicle components. Snow tires must be the same size and grade as the tires you currently have on your vehicle.
Page 231 Maintenance and care 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...
Page 232 Maintenance and care • 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.
Page 233 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 cap.
Page 234 Maintenance and care 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 not designed may not be covered by your warranty. Octane recommendations Your vehicle is designed to use “Regular”...
Page 235 Maintenance and care Cleaner air Ford approves the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines to improve air quality. These gasolines may contain oxygenates up to 10% ethanol or 15% MTBE. Running out of fuel Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse affect on powertrain components.
Page 236 Maintenance and care 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.
Page 237 Maintenance and care 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 under current driving conditions. Additionally, keeping records during summer and winter will show how temperature impacts fuel economy.
Page 238 Maintenance and care • 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 • Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy at any speed.
Page 239 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.
Page 240 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.
Page 241 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 To remove the headlamp bulb: 1.
Page 242 Maintenance and care To install the new bulb: 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.
Page 243 Maintenance and care Replacing front parking/turn signal bulbs Note size and location of retainer pins for installation. 1. At the back of the headlamp, pull two retainer pins up to release the headlamp assembly. 2. Pull headlamp assembly forward disengaging the lamp from the rear retainer to expose the back of the bulb.
Page 244 Maintenance and care Replacing license plate lamp bulbs 1. Remove two screws and the license plate lamp assembly from the liftgate. 2. Remove bulb socket by pulling it straight out of the lamp assembly. 3. Carefully pull the bulb out from the socket and push in the new bulb.
Page 245 Maintenance and care Using the right bulbs Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbs must be marked with an authorized “D.O.T.” for North America and an “E” for Europe to assure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern and safe visibility.
Page 246 Maintenance and care AIMING THE HEADLAMPS Your vehicle is equipped with a Vehicle Headlamp Aim Device (VHAD) on each headlamp body. Each headlamp may be properly aimed in the horizontal direction (left/right) and the vertical position (up/down). A non-zero bubble reading does not necessarily indicate out-of-aim headlamps.
Page 247 Maintenance and care 4. Use an E8 Torx 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. 5. When the horizontal aim has been adjusted, close the hood. Vertical aim adjustment The numbers shown on the vial indicate beam direction in degrees up or down.
Page 248 Maintenance and care 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.
Page 249 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. Observe the application instructions on the products.
Page 250 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 251 Maintenance and care • Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine. • Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in the running engine may cause internal damage. Cleaning the instrument panel Clean with a damp cloth, then dry with a dry cloth.
Page 252 Maintenance and care 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.
Page 253 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.
Page 254: Capacities And Specifications
Capacities and specifications MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component 3.0L Vulcan V6 engine 3.8L OHV V6 engine Air filter element FA-1616 FA-1616 Fuel filter FG-986B FG-986B Battery (standard) BXT-59 BXT-65-650 Battery (optional) BXT-65–750 BXT-65-750 Oil filter FL-400S FL-400S PCV valve EV-155 EV-152 Spark plugs* AWSF-32PP** AWSF-42EE***...
Page 255 Lubricant Specifications in this chapter. DOT 3 fluid is recommended. However, if DOT 3 is not available, DOT 4 fluid can be used. Use Ford Premium Engine Coolant (green in color). DO NOT USE Ford Extended Life Engine Coolant (orange in color). Refer to Adding engine...
Page 256 Capacities and specifications LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Item Ford part Ford part Ford name number specification Brake fluid High C6AZ-19542-AB ESA-M6C25-A Performance and DOT 3 DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Door Silicone F7AZ-19G208-BA ESR-M13P4-A weatherstrips Lubricant F5AZ-19553-AA Engine coolant Ford Premium...
Page 257 Windshield Washer Concentrate 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. Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used MERCON and MERCON V are not interchangeable.
Page 258 Capacities and specifications...
Page 259: Certification Label
Capacities and specifications IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Certification label The National Highway Traffic Safety MFD. BY FORD MOTOR CO. IN U.S.A. Administration Regulations require DATE: XXXXX GVWR:XXXXX LB/ XXXXX KG that a Certification Label be affixed FGAWR: XXXXXX/XXXXXXX RGAWR: XXXXXXX/XXXXXXX THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE FEDERAL...
Page 260: Customer Assistance
5,000 participating Ford or 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.
Page 261 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 262: Customer Assistance
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 263 THE DISPUTE SETTLEMENT BOARD (U.S. ONLY) The Dispute Settlement Board is: • an independent, third-party arbitration program for warranty disputes • available free to owners and lessees of qualifying Ford Motor Company vehicles The Dispute Settlement Board may not be available in all states. Ford...
Page 264 • the file number assigned to your application • the toll-free phone number of the DSB’s independent administrator Your dealership and a Ford Motor Company representative will then be asked to submit statements. To properly review your case, the Board needs the following information: •...
Page 265 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 266 UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM (CANADA ONLY) In those cases where you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford and the dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concern have been unsatisfactory, Ford of Canada participates in an impartial third party mediation/arbitration program administered by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP).
Page 267 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 nearest Ford dealership. If the dealership cannot help you, write or call: FORD MOTOR COMPANY...
Page 268 Customer assistance Ford Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner (not available in Canada) Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner (Canada only) Ford Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil Remover* (not available in Canada) Ford Extra Strength Upholstery Cleaner (Canada only) Ford Extra Strength Upholstery Cleaner (not available in Canada)
Page 269 Customer assistance Comfort and convenience Cargo nets Cargo shades Cargo trays Engine block heaters Seatback organizer Tire step Travel equipment Cell phone holder Console Factory luggage rack adaptors (Bike, ski, etc.) Framed luggage covers Heavy-duty battery Inside rear view mirror with compass (with and without temperature display) Luggage/cargo basket Soft luggage cover...
Page 270 (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.
Page 271 Obtaining a French owner’s guide French Owner’s Guides can be obtained from your dealer or by writing to Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited, Service Publications, P.O. Box 1580, Station B, Mississauga, Ontario L4Y 4G3.
Page 272: Reporting Safety Defects
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.
Page 273: Index
Index Accessory delay ......90 anti-lock ......165,166 Air bag supplemental anti-lock brake system restraint system ..140,141,145 (ABS) warning light ..10,166 and child safety seats ....142 brake warning light ....10 description .......141,145 fluid, checking and adding ..210 disposal ........148 fluid, refill capacities ....255 driver air bag ....143,146 fluid, specifications ..256,257 indicator light .....10,144,147...
Page 274 ....223 (see Speed control) ....82 lubrication Cupholder(s) ......122 specifications ....256,257 Customer Assistance ....180 refill capacities ......255 Ford accessories service points ....205,206 for your vehicle ......267 starting after a collision ..181 Ford Extended Engine block heater ....163 Service Plan ......260 Engine oil ........206...
Page 275 Index gauge .........14 replacing bulbs .......241 improving fuel economy ..235 turning on and off ....26 low fuel warning light ....8 warning chime ......13 octane rating ....234,257 Heating ........28 quality ........234 heater only system ....28 running out of fuel ....235 rear seat controls .....36 safety information relating HomeLink universal to automotive fuels ....230...
Page 276 Index Lights, warning and indicator ..8 Panic alarm feature, remote air bag ........10 entry system ......109 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..10,166 Parking brake ......166 anti-theft ........9 Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ..254 brake ..........10 Pedals (see Power charging system ......8 adjustable foot pedals) ....81 check engine ......11 Power adjustable foot pedals ..81 door ajar ........12...
Page 277 Index Seats ..........119 off light ........9 child safety seats ....149 Transaxle cleaning ......252,253 automatic operation ....169 SecuriLock passive anti-theft fluid, refill capacities ....255 system ......114,115,116 lubricant specifications ..257 Servicing your vehicle ....203 Transmission Spark plugs, fluid, checking and adding specifications ......254,257 (automatic) ......218 Specification chart, lubricant specifications ..256...
Page 280: Filling Station Information
(AX4S) quarts). Use Motorcraft MERCON V ATF. 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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