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Ford 2005 Five Hundred Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control Message center Locks and Security Keys Locks Anti-theft system 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Table of Contents...
  • Page 2 Traction control Transmission operation Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Jump starting Wrecker towing Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) Cleaning 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 3 Ford Motor Company. Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation. Copyright © 2005 Ford Motor Company...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on acquiring your new Ford. Please take the time to get well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. The more you know and understand about your vehicle, the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it.
  • Page 5 (kilometers) of operation, since these additives may prevent piston ring seating. See Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information on oil usage. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Introduction...
  • Page 6 • where the driver was positioning the steering wheel. To access this information, special equipment must be directly connected to the recording modules. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada do not access event data recorder information without obtaining consent,...
  • Page 7 By referring to the pages in the provided supplement, you can properly identify those features, recommendations and specifications that are unique to your vehicle. Refer to this Owner’s Guide for all other required information and warnings. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Introduction...

  • Page 8: Vehicle Symbol Glossary

    Child Seat Tether Anchor Anti-Lock Brake System Powertrain Malfunction Master Lighting Switch Fog Lamps-Front Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) See Owner’s Guide Air Bag-Front Child Seat Child Seat Lower Anchor Brake System...
  • Page 9 Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check fuel cap 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Introduction Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Engine Oil...

  • Page 10: Instrument Cluster

    Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 11 ON, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced immediately. A chime will also sound when a malfunction in the supplemental restraint system has been detected. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Instrument Cluster...
  • Page 12 Driving chapter for more information. Low fuel (if equipped): Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or near empty (refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter). 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 13 Turn signal warning chime: Sounds when the turn signal lever has been activated to signal a turn and not turned off after the vehicle is driven more than 1/2 mile (0.8 km). 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 14: Gauges

    Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool. Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 15 To reset, tap on the ODO/TRIP button to toggle the display between the trip and the odometer. Holding the ODO/TRIP button for two seconds or more will reset the trip odometer to zero. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 16 3. Press and hold the ODO/TRIP button for 2 seconds or more to display OIL LIFE 100%. Your oil life is now reset. 4. Tap on the ODO/TRIP button to return the display to odometer. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 17: Entertainment Systems

    If there are less than six strong stations, the system will store the last one in the remaining presets. Bass: Press to adjust the bass setting. Use Treble: Press to adjust the treble setting. Use 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Entertainment Systems...
  • Page 18 8. Comp (Compression): In CD mode, brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level. 9. Repeat: Press to repeat the current CD track. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) SEEK to adjust. to manually increase/decrease. Press...
  • Page 19 CD is already loaded into the system, CD play will begin where it ended last. 18. CD eject: Press to eject a CD. 19. CD slot: Insert a CD label side 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 20: Am/Fm Stereo With In-Dash Six Cd

    When the six strongest stations are filled, the station stored in preset 1 will begin playing. If there are less than six strong stations, the system will store the last one in the remaining presets. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 21 Press MENU repeatedly to scroll through Find, Show and RDS. SEEK to toggle RDS ON/OFF. When RDS is Off, you will not be able to access Find and Show functions. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Entertainment Systems...
  • Page 22 AM/FM; tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns. 13. Scan: Press for a brief sampling of radio stations or CD tracks. Press again to stop. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 23 AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC). Those frequencies are: AM: 530, 540–1700, 1710 kHz FM: 87.7, 87.9–107.7, 107.9 MHz 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 24 Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players. Irregular shaped CDs, CDs with a scratch protection film attached, and CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the CD player.

  • Page 25: Climate Controls

    5. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. Engages automatically. Cannot be disabled in MAX A/C mode. 6. Fan speed adjustment: Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 26 5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows. Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) position.

  • Page 27: Automatic Temperature Control

    5. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. Engages automatically in AUTO, defrost and floor/defrost. : Distributes air through the windshield defroster, demister and floor vents. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 28 The system will automatically determine fan speed, airflow location, A/C on or off, and outside or recirculated air, to heat or cool the vehicle to reach the desired temperature. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 29 Recirculation may turn off automatically in all airflow selections. 7. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. Engages automatically in AUTO, defrost and floor/defrost. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 30 The system will automatically determine fan speed, airflow location, A/C on or off, and outside or recirculated air, to heat or cool the vehicle to reach the desired temperature. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 31 5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows. Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Climate Controls position.

  • Page 32: Rear Window Defroster

    This may cause damage to the heated grid lines and will not be covered by your warranty. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 33: Lights

    2. Turn the headlamp switch to 3. Turn the ignition switch to RUN and then back to LOCK. 4. Turn the headlamp switch to the autolamp position. The headlamps will turn on. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Lights...
  • Page 34 Failure to activate your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) . The headlamps...
  • Page 35 The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant. If your vehicle has been in an accident the alignment of your headlamps should be checked by a qualified service technician. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 36 The horizontal edge of the brighter light should touch the horizontal reference line. 6. Close the hood and turn off the lamps. HORIZONTAL AIM IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS VEHICLE AND IS NON-ADJUSTABLE. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 37: Turn Signal Control

    The headlamps are vented to equalize pressure. When moist air enters the headlamp(s) through the vents, there is a possibility that condensation can occur. This condensation is normal and will clear within 45 minutes of headlamp operation. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Lights...
  • Page 38 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in the OFF position, then open the hood. 2. Reach in behind the headlamp assembly to access the bulbs and connectors. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Trade Number of bulbs...
  • Page 39 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. Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Lights...
  • Page 40 The tail lamp, brake lamp, backup lamp and turn signal lamp bulbs are located in the tail lamp assembly. Follow the same steps to replace either bulb. 1. Backup lamp 2. Brake/tail/turn lamp 3. Tail lamp 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 41 3. Remove the bulb socket by rotating it counterclockwise, then pulling it out of the lamp assembly. 4. Pull the bulb straight from the socket. Install new bulb(s) in reverse order. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 42 1. Make sure the foglamp switch is in the OFF position. 2. Remove the bulb socket from the foglamp by turning counterclockwise. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector. Install the new bulb in reverse order. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 43: Driver Controls

    • a quick pull and hold: the wipers will swipe three times with washer fluid. • a long pull and hold: the wipers and washer fluid will be activated for up to ten seconds. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls...

  • Page 44: Steering Wheel Adjustment

    3. Pull the steering wheel release control up. This will lock the steering wheel in position. Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 45 Press and hold to fast forward. INSTRUMENT PANEL STORAGE COMPARTMENT The storage compartment may be used to secure sunglasses or similar sized objects. Press the control to open the storage compartment. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 46: Power Windows

    They may seriously injure themselves. When closing the power windows, you should verify they are free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are not in the proximity of the window openings. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 47 ONE TOUCH DOWN position during a ONE TOUCH UP event, the window will stop. If, after 1/2 second the switch is still held, the window will perform a normal open or ONE TOUCH DOWN. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 48 (if equipped) operate for up to ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned from the ON to the OFF position or until one of the front doors are opened. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 49: Mirrors

    R (Reverse) to ensure a bright clear view when backing up. Do not block the sensor on the backside of the inside rear view mirror since this may impair proper mirror performance. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 50: Speed Control

    Setting speed control The controls for using your speed control are located on the steering wheel for your convenience. 1. Press the ON control and release 2. Accelerate to the desired speed. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) CNCL...
  • Page 51 This will automatically return the vehicle to the previously set speed. The RES control will not work if the vehicle speed is not faster than 30 mph (48 km/h). 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls CNCL...
  • Page 52 1 mph (1.6 km/h). • Depress the brake pedal or press CNCL (Cancel) until the desired vehicle speed is reached, press the SET + control. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) CNCL CNCL CNCL...
  • Page 53 In Radio mode: • Press SEEK to access the next/previous strong station. In CD mode: • Press SEEK to listen to the next track on the disc. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls CNCL SEEK...
  • Page 54 They may seriously hurt themselves. When closing the moon roof, you should verify that it is free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are not in the proximity of the moon roof opening. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 55 HomeLink for quicker training and accurate transmission of the radio-frequency signal. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls...
  • Page 56 “learn” or “smart” button (usually near where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the unit). 7. Press and release the “learn” or “smart” button. (The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer.) 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 57 HomeLink . The indicator light will flash slowly and then rapidly after HomeLink accepts the radio frequency signal. • Proceed with Step 4 in the “Programming” section. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls...
  • Page 58 2. The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. Without releasing the HomeLink button, follow Step 2 in the “Programming” section. For questions or comments, contact HomeLink at www.homelink.com or 1–800–355–3515. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 59: Message Center

    The DTE function will display LOW FUEL LEVEL when you have approximately 20–25 miles (32–40 km) to empty. If you RESET this warning message, this display and tone will return within 10 minutes. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 60 Selecting this function from the INFO menu. XX.X G USED will display the fuel used since last reset. The information displayed will be in gallons or liters, depending on English/metric mode state. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 61 2. Start the engine. 3. Press the INFO button repeatedly until the Compass and Odometer are displayed. (Do not select Trip, DTE, or AFE. The top of the message center must be blank). 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 62 (less than 3 mph [5 km/h]) until the SLOW CIRCLES TO CALIBRATE indicator changes to CALIBRATION COMPLETED. This will take up to three circles to complete calibration. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) 7 8 9 1011...
  • Page 63 Units (English/Metric) 1. Select this function from the SETUP menu for the current units to be displayed. 2. Press the RESET control to change from English to Metric. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 64 System warnings alert you to possible problems or malfunctions in your vehicle’s operating systems. In the event of a multiple warning situation, the message center will cycle the display to show all warnings by displaying each one for several seconds. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 65 Check transmission Low fuel level Check fuel cap Check charging system Oil pressure low Check brake system 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls Status Warning cannot be reset (CLOSE DOOR TO RESET) will be displayed...
  • Page 66 ETC-ENGINE FAILSAFE MODE. Displayed when the engine has defaulted to a “limp-home” operation. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your dealer as soon as possible. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Status...
  • Page 67 LOW WASHER FLUID LEVEL. 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 Specifications chapter. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 68 3. Press and hold the RESET control to display OIL LIFE SET TO 100%. Your oil life is now reset. To reset the oil monitoring system to your personalized oil life %: 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 69 • Transmission control module (TCM) • Fuel cap sensor • Seat belt sensor • Park brake • Oil pressure sensor Contact your dealer as soon as possible if these messages occur on a regular basis. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 70 The most important thing you can do to prevent a crash is to avoid distractions and pay attention to the road. Wait until it is safe to operate Mobile Communications Equipment. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 71 Attach the net to the anchors provided. Do not put more than 50 lbs. (22 kg) in the net. This net is not designed to restrain objects during a collision. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls...

  • Page 72: Locks And Security

    Before starting, ensure the ignition is in the 1 (LOCK) position and all vehicle doors are closed. You must complete Steps 1–5 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 73 Your vehicle is equipped with a mechanical interior luggage compartment release handle that provides a means of escape for children and adults in the event they become locked inside the luggage compartment. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 74 Exposure of people or animals to these high temperatures for even a short time can cause death or serious heat-related injuries, including brain damage. Small children are particularly at risk. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 75 ALL remote entry transmitters with you to the dealership in order to aid in troubleshooting the problem. Unlocking the doors 1. Press and release to unlock the driver’s door. Note: The interior lamps will illuminate. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Locks and Security...
  • Page 76 Failure to properly latch the trunk may cause objects to fall out or block the driver’s rear view. Memory seats/power mirrors/adjustable pedals (if equipped) The remote entry system can also control the memory seat /power mirrors/adjustable pedals feature. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 77 1. Twist a thin coin between the two halves of the remote entry transmitter near the key ring. DO NOT TAKE THE RUBBER COVER AND CIRCUIT BOARD OFF THE FRONT HOUSING OF THE REMOTE ENTRY TRANSMITTER. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 78 How to reprogram your remote entry transmitters You must have all remote entry transmitters (maximum of four) available before beginning this procedure. To reprogram the remote entry transmitters: 1. Ensure the vehicle is electronically unlocked. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 79 • If the dome lamps were turned on using the panel dimmer control, the battery saver will shut off them off 30 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the 1 (LOCK) position. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 80 Programming a personal entry code and keypad association to memory seats, mirrors and pedals To create your own personal entry code: 1. Enter the factory set code. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 81 The anti-scan feature will turn off after: • one minute of keypad inactivity. • pressing the UNLOCK control on the remote entry transmitter. • the ignition is turned to the 3 (RUN) position. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Locks and Security...
  • Page 82 Before following the activation or deactivation procedures, make sure that the anti-theft system is not armed, ignition is off, and all vehicle doors are closed. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 83: Anti-Theft System

    The dealer can program your spare keys to your vehicle or you can program the keys yourself. Refer to Programming spare keys for instructions on how to program the coded key. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 84 Note: The SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection. Note: Large metallic objects, electronic devices that are used to purchase gasoline or similar items, or a second coded key on the same key chain may cause vehicle starting issues.
  • Page 85 5. Turn the ignition from the 1 (LOCK) position to the 3 (RUN) position. Keep the ignition in the 3 (RUN) position for at least three seconds, but no more than 10 seconds. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 86 If any of these are not closed, the horn will chirp twice to warn you that a door, the hood or the trunk is still open. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 87 The armed system will be triggered if: • Any door, the hood or the trunk is opened without using the door key, keypad or the remote entry transmitter. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Locks and Security...

  • Page 88: Seating And Safety Restraints

    Adjust your head restraint so that it is located directly or as close as possible behind your head. The head restraints can be moved up by pulling up on the head restraint. Push release button to lower head restraint. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 89 Secure the load to help prevent shifting during sudden stops. Ensure that the seatback is latched by pushing and pulling on it. If not latched, the seat may cause injury during a sudden stop. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 90 Lift handle to move seat forward or backward. Pull lever up to adjust seatback. Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped) Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 91 Press the front or rear portion to tilt the seat. • Driver Press the control to move the seat forward, backward, up or down. • Driver Press the control to move the seat forward, or backward. • Passenger 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 92 Press the SET control. The SET control indicator light will briefly illuminate. While the light is illuminated, press control 1. • To program position 2, repeat the previous procedure using control 2. A position can be recalled: 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 93 Push release button to lower head restraint. Split-folding rear seat One or both rear seatbacks can be folded down to provide additional cargo space. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 94 To open the storage compartment (if equipped), pull up on the latch. Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure you in a collision. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 95: Safety Restraints

    The pretensioners are designed to activate in frontal and near-frontal collisions, and in side collisions and rollovers when the vehicle is equipped with the Safety Canopy 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) consists of:...
  • Page 96 If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the seat all the way back. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) to distinguish between different...
  • Page 97 Refer to the Warning light section in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the Personal Safety System 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) to tailor the airbag deployment and system.
  • Page 98 Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 99 Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle. 2. To unfasten, push the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 100 (if equipped). Children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible. Refer to Safety restraints for children or Safety seats for children later in this chapter. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 101 This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode. How to disengage the automatic locking mode Ford Motor Company recommends that all passenger safety belt assemblies and attaching hardware should be inspected by a qualified technician after any collision to verify that the automatic locking retractor feature for child seats is still working properly.
  • Page 102 Safety belt warning light and indicator chime The safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 103 If the BeltMinder expired (warnings for approximately 5 minutes) for one occupant (driver or front passenger), the other occupant can still activate the BeltMinder feature. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Then... The safety belt warning light illuminates 1-2 minutes and the warning chime sounds 4-8 seconds.
  • Page 104 3 mph (5 km/h) and more than 1-2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to ON... 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Then... The BeltMinder feature will not activate.
  • Page 105 “Safety belts don’t work” “Traffic is light” “Belts wrinkle my clothes” “The people I’m with don’t wear belts” 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Consider... 36700 crashes occur every day. The more we drive, the more we are exposed to “rare”...
  • Page 106 Read Steps 1 - 4 thoroughly before proceeding with the deactivation/activation programming procedure. Note: The driver and front passenger BeltMinder disabled/enabled separately. Both cannot be disable/enabled during the same key cycle. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Consider... Airbags offer greater protection when used with safety belts.
  • Page 107 4 times per second for 3 seconds, followed by 3 seconds with the light off, then followed by the restraint system warning light flashing 4 times per second for 3 seconds again. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 108 (if equipped), shoulder belt guide on seatback (if equipped), child safety seat LATCH and tether anchors, and attaching hardware, should be inspected after a collision. Ford Motor Company recommends that all safety belt assemblies in use in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced.

  • Page 109: Airbags

    Important supplemental restraint system precautions Airbags DO NOT inflate slowly or gently and the risk of injury from a deploying airbag is greatest close to the trim covering the airbag module. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 110 Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) or its fuses. See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. The front passenger airbag is not designed to offer protection to an occupant in the center front seating position.
  • Page 111 Front airbags are designed to inflate in frontal and near-frontal collisions, not rollover, side-impact, or rear-impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 112 • side airbags and curtain (if equipped). Refer to Side airbag system later in this chapter. • one or more impact and safing sensors. • a readiness light and tone. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 113 • a front passenger takes his/her weight off of the seat for a period of time, Even with the front passenger sensing system, children 12 and under should be properly restrained in the back seat. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 114 For example, if an occupant slouches, lies down, turns sideways, sits forward, leans forward or sideways, or puts one or both feet up, the chance of injury during a crash is greatly increased. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 115 The front passenger airbag is not designed to offer protection to an occupant in the center seating position. An out of position front center occupant could affect the decision of the front passenger sensing system. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Passenger Airbag...
  • Page 116 Seating and Safety Restraints If it is necessary to modify an advanced front airbag system to accommodate a person with disabilities, contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center at the phone number shown in the Customer Assistance section of this Owners Guide.
  • Page 117 Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the airbag SRS, its fuses or the seat cover on a seat containing an airbag. See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. All occupants of the vehicle should always wear their safety belts even when an airbag SRS is provided.
  • Page 118 If the airbag is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 119 Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the Safety Canopy system, its fuses, the A, B, or C pillar trim, or the headliner on a vehicle containing a Safety Canopy . See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always...
  • Page 120 Safety Canopy a certain likelihood of a rollover event is detected by the rollover sensor. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) system work? deployment.
  • Page 121 The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the system. Refer to the Airbag readiness section in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the airbag is not required. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) system will be activated,...

  • Page 122: Child Restraints

    The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision. Always follow the instructions and warnings that come with any infant or child restraint you might use. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 123 To improve the fit of both the lap and shoulder belt on children who have outgrown child safety seats, Ford Motor Company recommends use of a belt-positioning booster. Booster seats position a child so that safety belts fit better. They lift the child up so that the lap belt rests low across the hips and the knees bend comfortably.
  • Page 124 • Those with a high back. If, with a backless booster seat, you cannot find a seating position that adequately supports your child’s head, a high back booster seat would be a better choice. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 125 Carefully follow all of the manufacturer’s instructions with the safety seat you put in your vehicle. If you do not install and use the safety seat properly, the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 126 80 pounds (36 kg) using an upper torso harness and a belt-positioning booster. Ford recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether strap. Install the child safety seat in a seating position with LATCH and tether anchors.
  • Page 127 1. Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt. 2. Pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 128 6. Allow the belt to retract. The belt will click as it retracts to indicate it is in the automatic locking mode. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 129 The rear seats of your vehicle are equipped with built-in tether strap anchors located behind the seats as described below. The tether anchors in your vehicle are located under a cover marked with the tether anchor symbol (shown with title). 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 130 3. Locate the correct anchor for the selected seating position. 4. Open the tether anchor cover. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 131 If three child safety seats are installed, use the LATCH lower anchors for the center child safety seat; however, you must use child safety seats with lap/shoulder belts and tether anchors for the outboard child seats. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 132 Also try to tug the seat forward. Check to see if the anchors hold the seat in place. If the safety seat is not anchored properly, the risk of a child being injured in a crash greatly increases. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 133: Tires, Wheels And Loading

    10 to 12 inches or limited production tires as defined in Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575.104(c)(2). U.S. Department of Transportation-Tire quality grades: The U.S. Department of Transportation requires Ford to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it. Treadwear...
  • Page 134 • Extra load: A class of P-metric or Metric tires designed to carry a heavier maximum load at 41 psi [43 psi (2.9 bar) for Metric tires]. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 135: Tire Inflation

    (including spare, if equipped). Inflate all tires to the inflation pressure recommended by Ford Motor Company. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
  • Page 136 (if equipped), at least monthly and before long trips. You are strongly urged to buy a reliable tire pressure gauge, as automatic service station gauges may be inaccurate. Ford recommends the use of a digital or dial type tire pressure gauge rather than a stick type tire pressure gauge.
  • Page 137 6. Visually inspect the tires to make sure there are no nails or other objects embedded that could poke a hole in the tire and cause an air leak. 7. Check the sidewalls to make sure there are no gouges, cuts or bulges. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 138: Changing Tires

    Only use replacement tires and wheels that are the same size and type (such as P-metric versus LT-metric or all-season versus all-terrain) as those originally provided by Ford. Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.
  • Page 139 • Load leveling adjustment (if applicable) Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information (if equipped) Failure to follow these guidelines could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, injury or death. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
  • Page 140 Ford. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged, it should be replaced rather than repaired.
  • Page 141 When one of the front wheels is off the ground, the transaxle alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack, even if the vehicle is in P (Park). 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 142 3. Remove wheel cover (if equipped) with the lug wrench tip and loosen each wheel lug nut one-half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 143 9. Install the wheel cover (if equipped). The wheel cover will only install if the Ford/Mercury logo is aligned over the valve stem on the wheel. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
  • Page 144 If you are stowing the flat tire, place the tire, with the tire’s valve stem facing down, into the spare tire well and secure the wheel with the large wing nut. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 145: Lug Nut Torque

    M12 x 1.5 * Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. When a wheel is installed, always remove any corrosion, dirt or foreign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the front disc brake hub and rotor that contacts the wheel.
  • Page 146 These speed ratings may need to be adjusted for the difference in conditions. The ratings range from 81 mph (130 km/h) to 186 mph (299 km/h). These ratings are listed in the following chart. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 147 Tire manufacturers also must indicate the ply materials in the tire and the sidewall, which include steel, nylon, polyester, and others. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 148 The cold inflation pressure should never be set lower than the recommended pressure on the vehicle label. The tire suppliers may have additional markings, notes or warnings such as standard load, radial tubeless, etc. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) ⁄...
  • Page 149 4. Maximum Load Single lb. (kg) at psi (kPa) cold: Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a single; defined as two tires (total) on the rear axle. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 150 B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door. Refer to the payload description and graphic in the Vehicle loading — with and without a trailer section. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 151 • Severe abrasion on the sidewall If your vehicle has a leak in the exhaust system, a road tire or the spare tire may be exposed to hot exhaust temperatures requiring the tire to be replaced. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 152 If your vehicle seems to pull to one side when you’re driving, the wheels may be out of alignment. Have a qualified technician at a Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer check the wheel alignment periodically.
  • Page 153 Unless otherwise specified, rotate the tires approximately every 5,000 miles (8,000 km). • Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram) 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
  • Page 154 Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires. Note: If your tires show uneven wear ask a qualified technician at a Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership to check for and correct any wheel misalignment, tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved before tire rotation.

  • Page 155: Vehicle Loading

    Base Curb Weight – is the weight of the vehicle including a full tank of fuel and all standard equipment. It does not include passengers, cargo, or optional equipment. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
  • Page 156 Overloading or improperly loading your vehicle can contribute to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 157 Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load or king pin weight is also part of cargo weight. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 158 Note: For trailer towing information refer to Trailer towing found in this chapter or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your dealership. GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) – is the Vehicle Curb Weight + cargo + passengers. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 159 GCW of the towing vehicle plus the trailer exceed the GVWR of the towing vehicle. The GCW must never exceed the GCWR. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 160 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 161: Trailer Towing

    500 miles (800 km). Towing a trailer places an additional load on your vehicle’s engine, transmission, brakes, tires and suspension. Inspect these components carefully after towing. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
  • Page 162 Your vehicle may not have enough braking power and your chances of having a collision greatly increase. The braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for operation at the GVWR not GCWR. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 163 P (Park). • Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade. If you must park on a grade, place wheel chocks under the trailer’s wheels. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 164: Recreational Towing

    Do not tow your All Wheel Drive vehicle with any wheels on the ground as vehicle or transaxle damage may occur. It is recommended to tow your vehicle using a car-hauling trailer. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 165: Driving

    10 minutes of moderate driving or idling. Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system, creating the risk of fire or other damage. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driving...
  • Page 166 Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 2. Make sure vehicle accessories are off. • Make sure the parking brake is set. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 167 Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly. If a light fails to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced. • If the driver’s safety belt is fastened, the light may not illuminate. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 168 If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped for a long period of time, open the windows at least one inch (2.5 cm) or adjust the heating or air conditioning to bring in fresh air. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 169: Brakes

    Even when the ABS is disabled, normal braking is still effective. (If your BRAKE warning lamp illuminates with the parking brake released, have your brake system serviced immediately.) 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driving BRAKE BRAKE...
  • Page 170 Note: If the vehicle is driven with the parking brake applied, a chime will sound. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) BRAKE...

  • Page 171: Traction Control

    If you experience a severe road event, SLOW DOWN. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driving system.

  • Page 172: Transmission Operation

    If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P (Park) with ignition in the ON position and the brake pedal depressed: 1. Remove the trim ring around the gearshift lever. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 173 If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly. See your dealer or a qualified service technician. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driving...
  • Page 174 This position locks the transaxle and prevents the front wheels from turning. To put your vehicle in gear: • Depress the brake pedal • Move the gearshift lever into the desired gear To put your vehicle in P (Park): 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 175 Provides more engine braking when the accelerator pedal is released than D (Drive). Understanding the gearshift positions of the 6–speed automatic transaxle (if equipped) P (Park) This position locks the transaxle and prevents the front wheels from turning. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driving...
  • Page 176 “parking speeds”. Inclement weather may also affect the function of the RSS; this may include reduced performance or a false activation. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 177 10 inches (25.0 cm) from the side of the vehicle, the tone will sound for only three seconds. Once the system detects an object approaching, the tone will sound again. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driving...
  • Page 178 AWD vehicles are specially equipped for driving on sand, snow, mud and rough roads and have operating characteristics that are somewhat different from conventional vehicles, both on and off the highway. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 179 Do not rock the vehicle for more than a few minutes or damage to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may overheat. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driving...
  • Page 180 • If the vehicle goes from one type of surface to another (i.e., from concrete to gravel) there will be a change in the way the vehicle responds to a maneuver (steering, acceleration or braking). Again, avoid these abrupt inputs. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 181 Be cautious of sudden changes in vehicle speed or direction when you are driving in mud. Even AWD vehicles can lose traction in slick mud. As 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 182 It is better to back down to a safe location. Apply just enough power to the wheels to climb the hill. Too much power will cause the tires to slip, spin or lose traction, resulting in loss of vehicle control. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 183 (ABS), do not “pump” the brakes. Refer to the Brakes section of this chapter for additional information on the operation of the anti-lock brake system. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 184 Any modifications to a vehicle that raise the center of gravity can make it more likely the vehicle will rollover as a result of a loss of control. Ford Motor Company recommends that caution be used with any vehicle equipped with a high load or device (such as ladder or luggage racks).

  • Page 185: Roadside Emergencies

    50,000 miles (80,000 km) on Lincoln vehicles. Roadside assistance will cover: • a flat tire change with a good spare (except Ford GT which has a tire inflation kit) • battery jump start • lock-out assistance (key replacement cost is the customer’s responsibility) •...

  • Page 186: Hazard Flasher Switch

    Roadside Emergencies Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call 1–800–665–2006. If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford Motor Company will reimburse a reasonable amount. To obtain reimbursement information, U.S. Ford or Mercury vehicles customers call 1-800-241-3673; Lincoln vehicle customers call 1–800–521–4140.

  • Page 187: Fuses And Relays

    Note: 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. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 188 Passenger compartment fuse panel/Smart Junction Box (SJB) The fuse panel is located under the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. The fuses are coded as follows. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) COLOR Cartridge...
  • Page 189 Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Location Rating 7.5A 7.5A 7.5A 7.5A 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description High beams Interior lamps (Courtesy and demand lamps), Delayed accessory (Power windows and moonroof) Access/Security (Power door lock...
  • Page 190 The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. The power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your vehicle’s main electrical systems from overloads. Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description...
  • Page 191 80A* — — 50A* — 20A* — 60A* — 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies Power Distribution Box Description SJB, SJB fuses 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8 and 12 Not used Not used Wiper RUN/ACC relay to PDB, PDB...
  • Page 192 15A** 10A** — — 15A** 80A* 30A* — — 30A* 30A* — 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Power Distribution Box Description Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) (Motor) Starter Powertrain Control Module (PCM) relay ABS (Valves) Not used...
  • Page 193 Full ISO relay High current relay — 1A Diode 1A Diode * Cartridge Fuses ** Mini Fuses 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies Power Distribution Box Description Front A/C blower motor Front wiper, Front washer...

  • Page 194: Jump Starting

    Ensure that vent caps are tight and level. 5. Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect any electrical surges. Turn all other accessories off. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 195 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. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 196 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. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 197 1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of the booster vehicle’s battery. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 198 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. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 199: Wrecker Towing

    It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed equipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure. If the vehicle is being towed using wheel lift equipment, the wheels being raised should be brought to a height of 12 inches (30 cm) above the non-raised wheels to prevent damage to the vehicle.
  • Page 200 If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicle damage may occur. Ford Motor Company produces 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 201: Customer Assistance

    Center at 1-800-392-3673 (FORD). 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 Relationship Center to find an authorized dealership to help you.
  • Page 202 If you still have a complaint involving a warranty dispute, you may wish to contact the Dispute Settlement Board (U.S.). In some states (in the U.S.) you must directly notify Ford in writing before pursuing remedies under your state’s warranty laws. Ford is also allowed a final repair attempt in some states.
  • Page 203 Ford Motor Company 16800 Executive Plaza Drive Mail Drop 3NE-B Dearborn, MI 48126 THE DISPUTE SETTLEMENT BOARD (U.S. ONLY) The Dispute Settlement Board is: • an independent, third-party arbitration program for warranty disputes. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 204 Customer Assistance • available free to owners and lessees of qualifying Ford Motor Company vehicles. The Dispute Settlement Board may not be available in all states. Ford Motor Company reserves the right to change eligibility limitations, modify procedures and/or to discontinue this service without notice and without incurring obligations per applicable state law.
  • Page 205 • The name of the dealer(s) who sold or serviced the vehicle. • A brief description of your unresolved concern. • 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).
  • Page 206 After a case is reviewed, the Board mails you a decision letter and a form on which to accept or reject the Board’s decision. The decisions of the Board are binding on Ford (and, in some cases, on the dealer) but not on consumers who are free to pursue other remedies available to them under state or federal law.
  • Page 207 4,600 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. Since this information is subject to change, please ask your dealer for complete details about Ford Extended Service Plan coverage options, or visit the Ford ESP website at www.ford-esp.com.
  • Page 208 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 209: Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. Only)

    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. REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY)

  • Page 210: Cleaning

    Your dealer has touch-up paint and sprays to match your vehicle’s color. Take your color code (printed on a sticker in the driver’s door jamb) to your dealer to ensure you get the correct color. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 211 • Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser (ZC-20) on all parts that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean. • Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Cleaning...
  • Page 212 • Do not use fuel, kerosene, or paint thinner to clean any parts. • Wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol or windshield washer solution. Be sure to replace wiper blades when they appear worn or do not function properly. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 213 (but do not oversaturate) or the ring will set. • Do not use household cleaning products or glass cleaners, which can stain and discolor the fabric and affect the flame retardant abilities of the seat materials. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Cleaning...
  • Page 214 FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer has many quality products available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. These quality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and appearance of your vehicle.
  • Page 215 Motorcraft Tire Clean and Shine (ZC-28) Motorcraft Triple Clean (U.S. only) (ZC-13) Motorcraft Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (ZC-23) Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-93) Motorcraft Vinyl Conditioner (Canada only) (CXC-94) Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner (ZC-37–A) 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 216: Maintenance And Specifications

    Working with the engine off 1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park). 2. Turn off the engine and remove the key. 3. Block the wheels. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 217 3. Lift the hood and support it with the prop rod. Lift the prop rod by the sleeve and not the bare metal. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 218: Engine Compartment

    5. Battery 6. Power distribution box 7. Air filter assembly 8. 6–speed automatic transmission fluid dipstick (if equipped) 9. Engine oil dipstick 10. Engine oil filler cap 11. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 219: Engine Oil

    2. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan. 3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). 4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 220 DO NOT ADD OIL. • If the oil level is below this mark, engine oil must be added to raise the level within the normal operating range. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 221 5. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwise until it stops. To avoid possible oil loss, DO NOT operate the vehicle with the engine oil level indicator and/or the engine oil filler cap removed. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 222 Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule listed in scheduled maintenance information. 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 223: Battery

    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. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 224 If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed, the clock and radio settings must be reset once the battery is reconnected. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 225: Engine Coolant

    • Freeze protection down to -34°F (-36°C). • Boiling protection up to 265°F (129°C). • Protection against rust and other forms of corrosion. • Enables calibrated gauges to work properly. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) RECYCLE...
  • Page 226 When adding coolant, make sure it is a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water. Add the mixture to the coolant reservoir, when the engine is cool, until the appropriate fill level is obtained. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 227 • Add Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow-colored), VC-7–A (U.S., except CA, OR and NM), VC-7–B (CA, OR and NM), meeting Ford Specification WSS-M97B51–A1. Note: Use of Motorcraft Cooling System Stop Leak Pellets, VC-6, may darken the color of Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant from yellow to golden tan.
  • Page 228 6. Replace the cap. Turn until tightly installed. (Cap must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss.) 7. Pull off metal pin and remove coolant bleed plug from the thermostat housing. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 229 If necessary, add enough 50/50 concentration of engine coolant and distilled water to bring the liquid level to the proper level. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 230 Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine coolant in vehicles originally equipped with Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant since a Ford-approved recycling process is not yet available.

  • Page 231: Fuel Information

    Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or death if misused or mishandled. Gasoline may contain benzene, which is a cancer-causing agent. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 232 Care should be taken to avoid inhaling excess fumes. The flow of fuel through a fuel pump nozzle can produce static electricity, which can cause a fire if fuel is pumped into an ungrounded fuel container. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 233 Turn off the engine, remove the fuel filler cap, align the cap properly and reinstall it. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 234 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 235 Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the World-wide Fuel Charter. Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines to improve air quality. Running out of fuel Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse affect on powertrain components.
  • Page 236 • Use a known quality gasoline, preferably a national brand. • Use the same side of the same pump and have the vehicle facing the same direction each time you fill up. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 237 • Sudden or hard accelerations may reduce fuel economy. • Slow down gradually. • Driving at reasonable speeds (traveling at 55 mph [88 km/h] uses 15% less fuel than traveling at 65 mph [105 km/h]). 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 238 • Driving on flat terrain offers improved fuel economy as compared to driving on hilly terrain. • Transmissions give their best fuel economy when operated in the top cruise gear and with steady pressure on the gas pedal. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 239 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 No additional vehicle service is required. If the Check engine/Service engine soon light remains on, have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 241 5. If the fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts, continuously checking the level until it reaches the range between the MIN and MAX lines. Be sure to put the cap back on the reservoir. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 242 As long as the transaxle engages normally to drive or reverse, it is safe to drive but if the illuminates the vehicle should be taken to your dealer for evaluation as soon as possible. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 243 6. Install the dipstick making sure it is fully seated in the filler tube. 7. Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid level. The fluid should read within the hot range on the dipstick if at normal operating temperature (158°F-176°F [70°C-80°C]). 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 244 Use of a non-approved automatic transmission fluid may cause internal transaxle component damage. If necessary, add fluid in 1/2 pint (250 mL) increments through the filler tube until the level is correct. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 245: Part Numbers

    Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the PCV valve. Replace the PCV valve with one that meets Ford material and design specifications for your vehicle, such as a Motorcraft or equivalent replacement part. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the emissions system if such a PCV valve is not used.

  • Page 246: Refill Capacities

    Automatic Motorcraft transaxle Continuously Variable Chain Type Transmission Fluid Premium Automatic Transmission Fluid 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Application Capacity Between MAX and MIN on reservoir 3.0L engine 11.6 quarts (11.0L) 3.0L engine 6.0 quarts (5.7L) 19.0 gallons...
  • Page 247 Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle. Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only meet the requirements of Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark. Using any transmission fluid other than those that meet the recommended specification may cause internal transaxle damage.

  • Page 248: Lubricant Specifications

    Motorcraft 6–speed Premium transaxle Automatic Transmission Fluid Rear Axle Motorcraft SAE (AWD) 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Ford Part Ford Number Specification PM-1 ESA-M6C25-A WSS-M6C62–A XG-4 or XL-5 ESA-M1C93-B Motorcraft XL-1...
  • Page 249 Motorcraft washer fluid Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate Using any transaxle fluid other than those that meet the recommended specification may cause internal transaxle damage. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Ford Part Ford Number Specification 1161641 —...
  • Page 250 Vehicle dimensions (1) Overall length (2) Overall width (3) Overall height (4) Wheelbase (5) Tread - Front (5) Tread - Rear 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) 3.0L-DOHC V6 engine 183 cubic inches 87 octane 1–4–2–5–3–6 1.32–1.42mm (0.052–0.056 inch) Coil on plug 10.0:1...
  • Page 251 Maintenance and Specifications 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 252 The vehicle identification number is attached to a metal tag and is located on the driver side XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX instrument panel. (Please note that in the graphic XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number.) 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 253 Safety Compliance Certification Label . The following table tells you which transmission or transaxle each code represents. Code Description CVT (continuously variable transaxle) Six-speed automatic (Aisin F21) 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 254: Accessories

    Accessories GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for your vehicle through your local authorized Ford or Ford of Canada dealer. These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs;...
  • Page 255 • Electrical or electronic accessories or components that are added to the vehicle by the dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability. 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Accessories...

  • Page 256: Index

    ...250 Automatic transmission driving an automatic overdrive ...174–175 Axle lubricant specifications ...248 Battery ...223 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) acid, treating emergencies ...223 jumping a disabled battery ...194 maintenance-free ...223 replacement, specifications ...245 servicing ...223 BeltMinder ...103...
  • Page 257 Getting the service you need ...201 Ordering additional owner’s literature ...208 The Dispute Settlement Board ...203 Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program ...206 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Index Daytime running lamps (see Lamps) ...34 Dipstick automatic transmission fluid ...242–243 engine oil ...219...
  • Page 258 (see Homelink wireless control system) ...55 Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ...233 Gas mileage (see Fuel economy) ...236 Gauges ...14 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Hazard flashers ...186 Head restraints ...88, 93 Headlamps ...33 aiming ...35–36 autolamp system ...33...
  • Page 259 Lug nuts ...145 Lumbar support, seats ...89 Message center ...59 english/metric button ...63 system check button ...64 warning messages ...64 Mirrors ...45, 49 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Index automatic dimming rearview mirror ...49 fold away ...49 side view mirrors (power) ...49...
  • Page 260 Setting the clock AM/FM/In-dash 6 CD ...21 Spare tire (see Changing the Tire) ...139, 141 Spark plugs, specifications ...245, 250 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Specification chart, lubricants ...248, 250 Speed control ...50 Starting your vehicle ...165–166, jump starting ...194...
  • Page 261 Turn signal ...37 Vehicle dimensions ...250 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...252 Vehicle loading ...155 Ventilating your vehicle ...168 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Index Warning lights (see Lights) ...10 Washer fluid ...219 Water, Driving through ...184 Windows power ...46...

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