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Introduction
About this handbook ..................................4
Symbols glossary ........................................4
Parts and accessories ...............................5
Safety from electronics ..............................6
Running in ....................................................6
Special notes ...............................................7
Quick start
Quick start ....................................................8
Child restraints ...........................................13
Protecting larger children .........................18
Child safety locks ......................................19
Principle of operation ...............................20
Fastening the seat belts ..........................22
Emergency locking mode ......................24
Automatic locking mode .........................25
chime ......................................................26
frequencies ...........................................27
battery ....................................................27
Locking and unlocking .............................28
Principle of operation ................................31
Coded keys ................................................31
system ....................................................31

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Alarm
Principle of operation ...............................32
Arming the alarm ......................................32
Disarming the alarm .................................32
Adjusting the steering wheel ..................33
Audio controls ...........................................33
Windscreen wipers ..................................35
Windscreen washers ...............................35
Rear window wiper/washer ....................35
Checking the wiper blades .....................36
Changing the wiper blades .....................36
Lighting control .........................................37
Front fog lamps ........................................37
Hazard warning flashers .........................38
Direction indicators ..................................38
Interior lamps ............................................39
Changing a bulb .......................................39
Bulb specification chart ...........................44
Electric windows ......................................45
Electric exterior mirrors ...........................46
Liftgate glass .............................................47
Gauges ......................................................48
Warning lamps and indicators ................50
General notes ...........................................53
Automatic climate control .......................56
Rear window demister ............................60
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction Alarm About this handbook ........4 Principle of operation .......32 Symbols glossary ........4 Arming the alarm ........32 Parts and accessories .......5 Disarming the alarm .........32 Protection features for safer driving ..6 Safety from electronics ......6 Steering wheel Running in ............6 Adjusting the steering wheel ....33 Special notes ..........7...
  • Page 2 Table of Contents Seats Load carrying Sitting in the correct position ....61 General information .........83 Front seats ..........61 Roof racks and load carriers ....83 Head restraints .........63 Cargo cover ..........86 Rear seats ..........63 Luggage stowage ........87 Convenience features Towing Clock ............69 Towing a trailer ..........88 Instrument lighting dimmer .....69 Auxiliary power outlets (12V) ....69...
  • Page 3 Table of Contents Vehicle care Cleaning the exterior .......113 Cleaning the interior ........113 Repairing minor paint damage ....114 Vehicle battery Battery care ..........115 Using booster cables ......115 Wheels and tyres General information ........117 Changing a road wheel ......117 Tyre care ..........120 Technical specifications ......121 Vehicle identification Vehicle identification plate .....122...

  • Page 4: About This Handbook

    Introduction ABOUT THIS HANDBOOK Symbols on your vehicle These are some of the symbols you may Thank you for choosing Ford. We see on your vehicle. recommend that you take some time to get to know your vehicle by reading Safety alert this handbook.

  • Page 5: Parts And Accessories

    Maintain correct fluid level for your vehicle. We recommend that you ask your Ford Dealer for advice on parts and accessories suitable for your vehicle.

  • Page 6: Protection Features For Safer Driving

    The rear seat is the safest place for consumption, lower the engine noise children. level and help to reduce the environmental burden. We wish you safe and pleasurable driving with your Ford vehicle.

  • Page 7: Special Notes

    Introduction SPECIAL NOTICES Notice to owners of four wheel drive (4WD) vehicles WARNING 4WD vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. Before you drive your vehicle, please read this Owner’s Guide carefully. As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or an accident.

  • Page 8: Quick Start

    Quick start Instrument panel overview Z00001 4WD lock switch. See Four wheel drive (4X4) system (page 78). Hazard warning flasher switch. See Hazard warning flashers (page 38). Wiper lever. See Windscreen wipers (page 35). Instrument cluster. See Gauges (page 48). Ignition switch.
  • Page 9 Quick start Instrument cluster illumination controls. See Instrument lighting dimmer (page 69). Hood release lever. See Opening the bonnet (page 105). Horn. Steering wheel adjustment lever. See Adjusting the steering wheel (page 33). Instrument cluster Z00002 Engine coolant temperature gauge Tachometer Speedometer Fuel gauge...
  • Page 10 Quick start Unlocking the vehicle Adjusting the front seats WARNING Do not adjust the seats while the vehicle is moving. Moving the seats backwards and forwards Use the remote control to unlock all the doors and the liftgate and disarm the alarm.
  • Page 11 Quick start Adjusting the angle of the Lighting control positions seatback 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. WARNING See Lighting (page 37). Rock the seatback backwards and forwards after releasing the Windscreen wipers...
  • Page 12 Quick start Automatic Transmission Selector lever positions Park Reverse Neutral Drive 2nd Gear 1st Gear WARNING Apply the brakes before moving the selector lever and keep them applied until you are ready to move off. See Automatic transmission (page 76). -12-...

  • Page 13: Child Safety

    Child safety CHILD RESTRAINTS On hot days the temperature inside the vehicle can rise very Note: The rear seats are the safest quickly. Exposure of people or animals to place for children. these high temperatures for even a short time can cause death or serious heat WARNINGS related injuries, including brain damage.
  • Page 14 Child safety • Typical rearward facing child 3. The child restraint system restraint system should fit the vehicle seating position (or positions) where it will be used. WARNING Due to variations in the design of child EXTREME HAZARD! Do not restraint systems, vehicle seats and use a rearward facing child seat belts, all child restraint systems...
  • Page 15 Child safety Incorrectly fitted child restraint Rear seat child restraint system installation may swing, tip or come away causing death or injury. Follow these instructions when using the Do not use a child restraint if the rear seat belts in the automatic locking tether strap falls into a split in the mode for a child restraint system.
  • Page 16 Child safety Push the child-restraint system firmly Installing child restraint top tether straps into the vehicle seat. Be sure the belt retracts as snugly as possible. Clicking from the retractor will be WARNING heard during retraction if the system Child restraint anchorages are is in the automatic locking mode.
  • Page 17 Child safety Installation of a child restraint WARNING anchor fitting Do not over-tighten the The following illustration shows how to attachment bolt. Maximum torque install anchor fittings to the anchorage is 20 Nm points. Child restraint anchor fittings conforming to AS1754-1991 (or later) The diagram below shows the correct can be purchased from child restraint assembly and orientation of the...

  • Page 18: Protecting Larger Children

    Child safety PROTECTING LARGER Typical booster seat CHILDREN Note: The rear seats are the safest place for children. When a child outgrows the recommended weight or height limits for a forward facing child restraint system, the child should sit on a booster seat on the rear seat and wear a lap-sash seat belt.

  • Page 19: Child Safety Locks

    Child safety CHILD SAFETY LOCKS WARNING You cannot open the doors from inside if you have put the child safety locks on. When these locks are set, the rear doors cannot be opened from the inside. The rear doors can be opened from the outside when the doors are unlocked.

  • Page 20: Occupant Protection

    Occupant protection PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION Note: The front passenger airbag protects both positions of a double seat. Airbags (where fitted) Note: Only wipe airbag covers with a damp cloth. WARNING Driver and front passenger Do not modify the front of the airbags vehicle in any way as this can adversely affect airbag deployment.
  • Page 21 Occupant protection Side airbags To access this information, special equipment must be directly connected to the recording modules. Ford does not access event data recorder information without obtaining consent, unless pursuant to a court order or where required by law enforcement, other government authorities or other third parties acting with lawful authority.

  • Page 22: Fastening The Seat Belts

    Occupant protection FASTENING THE SEAT Pull the seat belt out steadily. It may lock if you pull it sharply or if the vehicle is on BELTS a slope. Lap-sash seat belts Press the red button on the buckle to release the seat belt. Let it retract Lap-sash seat belts allow freedom completely and smoothly.
  • Page 23 Occupant protection Stowing and pulling out the centre-rear position seat belt WARNING When stowing the seat belt, make sure the belt is locked securely into the recess. If the seat belt is not locked securely, it could fall down suddenly and cause injury. The centre-rear position seat belt can be stowed using the following procedure.

  • Page 24: Using Seat Belts During Pregnancy

    Occupant protection Front seat belt height The Australian National Health and Medical Research Council recommends adjustment that all pregnant women travelling in a Your vehicle has seat belt height motor vehicle wear the lap-sash seat adjustments for the driver and front belt with the buckle over the hip and the passenger.

  • Page 25: Automatic Locking Mode

    Occupant protection If the belt feels tight and hinders When to use the automatic comfortable movement while the vehicle locking mode is stopped or in motion, it may be in the Anytime a child restraint is installed in automatic locking mode because the a rear seating position.

  • Page 26: Seat Belt Warning Lamp And Indicator Chime

    Occupant protection How to disengage the automatic locking mode Disconnect the lap-sash seat belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the emergency locking mode. WARNING After any vehicle collision, the rear passenger seat belt systems must be checked by a qualified technician to verify that the “automatic locking retractor”...

  • Page 27: Keys And Remote Controls

    Keys and remote controls GENERAL INFORMATION ON RADIO FREQUENCIES WARNING The radio frequency used by your remote control can be used by other short distance radio transmissions (e.g. amateur radios, medical equipment, wireless headphones, remote controls and alarm systems). If the frequencies are jammed, you will not be able to use your remote E93717 control.

  • Page 28: Locks

    Locks LOCKING AND UNLOCKING Locking and unlocking the doors with the remote control Locking and unlocking the Unlocking the doors doors with the key Press this remote control unlock button to unlock all doors. The interior lamps will illuminate. The flashers will flash twice to All doors and the liftgate/rear window confirm the vehicle is unlocked.
  • Page 29 Locks Locking and unlocking the Liftgate doors with the handles WARNING Do not drive the vehicle with the liftgate or the liftgate glass open, dangerous exhaust gases may be drawn inside the vehicle. Do not leave the liftgate or liftgate glass open while driving.
  • Page 30 Locks To open the rear window, pull the right side of the liftgate handle. -30-...

  • Page 31: Engine Immobiliser

    II (ACC) position. The THEFT light in a key. Ask your Ford Dealer for further the instrument cluster will flash every two information. Have replacement keys seconds when the vehicle is armed.

  • Page 32: Principle Of Operation

    Alarm (where fitted) PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION Automatic arming delay The 12 seconds arming delay begins The alarm is a deterrent against when the bonnet, luggage compartment unauthorised access to your vehicle and all doors are closed. through the doors and the bonnet. It also protects the audio unit.

  • Page 33: Steering Wheel

    Steering wheel ADJUSTING THE STEERING AUDIO CONTROLS WHEEL Adjusting the volume WARNING To increase the volume, press the increase volume button. Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving. To decrease the volume, press the decrease volume button. Release the locking lever to adjust the height of the steering wheel.
  • Page 34 Steering wheel Seek switch When listening to the radio: Press the seek switch to seek a higher frequency automatically. When playing a CD: Press the seek switch to skip to the next track. Volume attenuation switch The volume attenuation function reduces audio volume in a similar manner to the standard volume control.

  • Page 35: Wipers And Washers

    Wipers and washers WINDSCREEN WIPERS WINDSCREEN WASHERS For intermittent operation, move control down one position. WARNING Adjust the rotary control to the desired speed setting. Do not operate the washer for more than 10 seconds at a time, and never when the reservoir is empty. To activate the windshield washer, pull control toward you.

  • Page 36: Checking The Wiper Blades

    Wipers and washers CHECKING THE WIPER Install the new wiper blade on the arm and press it into place until a BLADES click is heard. Run the tip of your fingers over the edge of the blade to check for roughness. Clean the wiper blade lips with water applied with a soft sponge.

  • Page 37: Lighting

    Lighting LIGHTING CONTROL Headlamp flasher Lighting control positions Pull the lever slightly towards the steering wheel. FRONT FOG LAMPS 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.

  • Page 38: Hazard Warning Flashers

    Lighting HAZARD WARNING DIRECTION INDICATORS FLASHERS Note: Depending on applicable laws and regulations in the country for which your vehicle was originally built, the hazard warning flashers may flash if you brake heavily. Use only in an emergency to warn traffic of vehicle breakdown, approaching danger, etc.

  • Page 39: Interior Lamps

    Let the bulb cool down before removing it. If in any doubt about the instructions below, take your vehicle to an Authorised Ford Dealer to change these bulbs. Before changing the bulbs yourself, ensure that the vehicle is parked away from traffic on even...
  • Page 40 Lighting Front direction indicators CAUTION If you are changing a bulb in the left The bulb’s metal base gets very headlight unit, start the engine, turn hot during headlamp operation. the steering wheel all the way to the Be sure the bulb base is cool before left, and turn off engine.
  • Page 41 Exterior mirror lamps Side repeater lamp Disconnect the bulb from the socket. Note: Item A is not serviceable items, please consult your Authorised Ford Parking lamps Dealer if these fail. Opening Open the bonnet. See Brake lamp and tail lamp (LED...
  • Page 42 Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out. procedure, it is strongly recommended Map lamps to have the bulbs replaced by an Authorised Ford Dealer. High-mount brake lamp Due to the complexity and difficulty of the procedure, it is strongly recommended to have the bulbs replaced by an Authorised Ford Dealer.
  • Page 43 Overhead lamp (Type B) Due to the complexity and difficulty of the procedure, it is strongly recommended to have the bulbs replaced by an Authorised Ford Dealer. Luggage compartment lamps Wrap a small flathead screwdriver with a soft cloth to prevent damage to the lens and remove the luggage compartment light unit.

  • Page 44: Bulb Specification Chart

    Lighting BULB SPECIFICATION CHART Bulb Power (watt) Headlamp (High beam) Headlamp (Low beam) Parking lamp Front direction indicator 21/5 Front fog lamp Rear direction indicator Number plate lamp Interior lamp (Type A and B) Interior lamp (Type C) Map lamp Luggage compartment lamp -44-...

  • Page 45: Windows And Mirrors

    Windows and mirrors ELECTRIC WINDOWS Opening and closing the windows automatically WARNING Press the open button briefly. Press the close button to stop the window. Do not operate the electric windows unless they are free from Safety switch for the obstruction.

  • Page 46: Electric Exterior Mirrors

    Windows and mirrors ELECTRIC EXTERIOR Fold-away mirrors MIRRORS WARNING Do not over estimate the distance of the objects that you see in the mirrors. Objects seen in the mirrors will appear smaller and further away than they actually are. The ignition must be in the ACC or ON position to adjust the electric exterior Pull the side mirrors in carefully when mirrors.

  • Page 47: Liftgate Glass

    Windows and mirrors LIFTGATE GLASS WARNING Do not drive the vehicle with the liftgate or the liftgate glass open, dangerous exhaust gases may be drawn inside the vehicle. Do not leave the liftgate or liftgate glass open while driving. Doing so could cause serious damage to the liftgate and its components.

  • Page 48: Instruments

    Instruments GAUGES Z00002 Engine coolant temperature gauge Tachometer Speedometer Fuel gauge Odometer and tripmeter Engine coolant temperature gauge Shows the temperature of the engine coolant. At normal operating temperature, the needle will remain in the centre section. CAUTION Do not restart the engine until the cause of overheating has been resolved.
  • Page 49 Instruments If the needle moves towards the red Fuel gauge line, the engine is overheating. Stop Displays approximately how much fuel the engine, switch the ignition off and is in the fuel tank (when the key is in determine the cause once the engine the ON position).

  • Page 50: Warning Lamps And Indicators

    Instruments Trip odometer Airbag warning lamp Registers the kilometres of individual If it illuminates while driving, journeys. Press and hold the button for this indicates a malfunction. 1 or more seconds to reset. Press and Have this checked as soon as release the button in less than 1 second possible.
  • Page 51 If the If the low fuel level warning lamp system does not operate correctly, comes on, refuel as soon as consult your Authorised Ford Dealer. possible. The arrow adjacent to the fuel pump symbol tells you on which side of your vehicle the fuel filler cap is located.

  • Page 52: Audible Warnings And Indicators

    Instruments AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND INDICATORS Key-in-ignition warning chime Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACC position and any door, liftgate or liftgate glass is opened. Headlamps on warning chime Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off (and the key is not in the ignition) and the driver’s door is opened.

  • Page 53: Climate Control

    Authorised Ford Dealer. Preserving the ozone layer The refrigerant used in your Ford air conditioning climate control system is Hydro Fluoro Carbon (HFC) R134a. This refrigerant contains no CFCs. Ford uses R134a to help prevent depletion of the ozone layer and preserve the Earth’s...
  • Page 54 Climate control Vent operation -54-...
  • Page 55 Climate control Adjusting the vents You can direct air flow by moving the adjustment knob. -55-...

  • Page 56: Automatic Climate Control

    Climate control AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL Control switches AUTO switch By pressing the AUTO switch the following functions will be automatically controlled in accordance with the set temperature: • Airflow temperature • Amount of airflow • Selection of airflow mode • Outside/Recirculated air selection •...
  • Page 57 Climate control OFF switch Mode selector switch The desired airflow mode can be selected. Pressing the OFF switch shuts off the Note: With the airflow mode set to climate control system. position and the temperature control Temperature control dial switch set at a medium temperature, heated air is directed to the feet and a comparably lower air temperature will flow through the central, left and right...
  • Page 58 Climate control Recirculated air mode ( Note: If the ambient temperature switch is pressed again while the “AMB” indicator lamp is illuminated, the lamp WARNING turns off and the display returns to the Extended operation of the climate previous displayed temperature setting. control system in a recirculated Windshield defroster switch air mode may lead to a reduction in air...
  • Page 59 Climate control Note: Setting the temperature to Note: If the air intake selector is pressed maximum high or low will not provide the after this operation, the recirculation desired temperature at a faster rate. position is selected. Note: When selecting heat, the system Note: Use the temperature control dial will restrict airflow until it has warmed to to increase the air flow temperature and...

  • Page 60: Rear Window Demister

    Climate control REAR WINDOW DEMISTER The rear window demister clears frost, fog, and thin ice from the rear window. The ignition switch must be in the ON position. Press the switch to turn on the rear window defroster. The rear window defroster operates for about 10 minutes and turns off automatically.

  • Page 61: Seats

    Seats SITTING IN THE CORRECT • Hold the steering wheel with your arms slightly bent. POSITION • Bend your legs slightly so that you can press the pedals fully. • Position the shoulder strap of the seatbelt over the centre of your shoulder and position the lap strap tightly across your hips.
  • Page 62 Seats Lumbar support CAUTION Do not move the front seats too close to the instrument panel. Adjusting the angle of the seatback The lumbar support control is located on the outboard side of the driver’s seat. The lumbar support is equipped with four WARNING levels of support.

  • Page 63: Head Restraints

    Seats HEAD RESTRAINTS REAR SEATS Armrest (Where fitted) WARNING For optimum support in the event of an impact the height of the head restraint should be adjusted so that the top of the head restraint is at least as high as your ears. The rear armrest in the centre of the rear seatback can be used (no occupant in the centre seat) or placed upright.
  • Page 64 Seats Reclining the rear seats Ensure seats are latched correctly before carrying passengers. WARNING Always unfasten the lap portion of the belt before folding the left- Rock the seatback backwards rear seatback. Leaving the lap portion of and forwards after releasing the the belt fastened could cause damage strap to make sure that it is fully engaged to the seat belt, buckle and seatback.
  • Page 65 Seats Pull the seatback release strap toward the front seat. Make sure the seat belt buckle heads are fully extended towards the front of Flip seat forward, ensuring your the vehicle and are away from the hand does not get trapped between seatback.
  • Page 66 Seats Remove the head restraint from the holder and return it to the original position on the seat back. Rotate seat cushion back into the Flip seat forward, ensuring your seating position making sure that hand does not get trapped between the seat cushion is locked into place the seat and the seat anchor.
  • Page 67 Seats Make sure that the hinges are locked into place. Rotate seat cushion back into the seating position making sure that Pull the cushion to the outboard side the seat cushion is locked into place of the vehicle and remove. and that the seat belt buckles are exposed.
  • Page 68 Seats To fold the seats flat Fold down the rear seatbacks rearward until they lock. Refer to Reclining the rear seats (page 64). Remove the head restraints from the front seats. Refer to Head restraint (page 63). Slide the front seats all the way forward.

  • Page 69: Convenience Features

    Convenience features CLOCK When connecting an appliance, use only specified connectors from Ford For detailed instructions on how to adjust Accessory range or connectors suitable the clock. See Clock (page 130). for use SAE standard sockets. INSTRUMENT LIGHTING CUP HOLDERS...

  • Page 70: Cigar Lighter

    Note: You can use the socket to power 12 volt appliances that have a maximum current rating of 15 Amperes. Use only Ford accessory connectors or connectors specified for use with SAE standard sockets. E72972 Press the element in to use the cigar lighter.

  • Page 71: Starting The Engine

    Starting the engine GENERAL INFORMATION CAUTIONS General points on starting Do not leave the key in ACC as this will discharge the battery. If the battery has been disconnected the Release the key from START vehicle may exhibit some unusual driving when the engine starts.
  • Page 72 Starting the engine If you have difficulty starting the engine when the temperature is below -20ºC, press the accelerator pedal between ¼ to ½ of its travel and try again. Flooded engine Select park or neutral. Fully depress the accelerator pedal and hold it there.

  • Page 73: Fuel And Refuelling

    Fuel and refuelling SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CATALYTIC CONVERTER Driving with a catalytic WARNINGS converter Stop refuelling after the fuel nozzle stops the second time. Additional CAUTIONS fuel will fill the expansion space in the fuel tank which could lead to fuel overflowing. Avoid running out of fuel Fuel spillage could be hazardous to other road users.

  • Page 74: Refuelling

    Fuel and refuelling REFUELLING The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel cap is venting vapour, or if you hear a hissing sound, CAUTION wait until it stops before completely Do not attempt to start the engine removing the cap. Otherwise fuel may if you have filled the fuel tank with spray out and injure you.
  • Page 75 Fuel and refuelling Note: It is normal for a vehicle to use more fuel during the run-in period. • When your vehicle is run in, drive at steady speeds where possible and avoid jiggling the accelerator. • Warming the engine is not necessary.

  • Page 76: Transmission

    Transmission AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE Apply the parking brake and select park before leaving your (TRANSMISSION) vehicle. Make sure that the selector lever is latched in position. WARNING Note: An audible warning will sound if Apply the brakes before moving you open the drivers door and you have the selector lever and keep them not selected park.
  • Page 77 Transmission Drive Stopping Release the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal. Apply the parking brake. Kickdown Press the accelerator pedal fully with the selector lever in the drive position to Select drive to shift automatically through select the next highest gear for optimum the forward gears.

  • Page 78: Four Wheel Drive (4X4) System

    Transmission Drive modes Power is always supplied to the front wheels and to the rear wheels through The transmission will select the the transaxle and Rotary Blade Coupling appropriate gear for optimum (RBC) unit that allows you to select a performance based on ambient four-wheel drive mode best suited for temperature, road gradient, vehicle load...
  • Page 79 4x4 system indicator lamp The 4x4 mode indicator light illuminates continuously only when the 4x4 LOCK mode is engaged. If the indicator light illuminates when driving in the 4x4 LOCK deactivated mode, contact your Authorised Ford Dealer as soon as possible. -79-...

  • Page 80: Brakes

    Brakes PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION • The road surface is poor. PARKING BRAKE Disc brakes Wet brake discs result in reduced Applying the parking brake braking efficiency. Dab the brake pedal when driving from a car wash to remove the film of water. WARNING The ABS does not relieve you of your responsibility to drive with...

  • Page 81: Cruise Control

    Cruise Control PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION The cruise indicator lamp will then turn amber to indicate that the cruise in ON Cruise control allows the driver to control and the system is ready for you to set a the speed of the vehicle using the cruise speed.
  • Page 82 Cruise Control Accelerate Cancelling the set speed The cruise control can be disengaged • Depress the brake pedal. • Select neutral. • Pull the cruise lever towards the Push the cruise lever up and hold it, the vehicle will accelerate. Release the lever steering wheel.

  • Page 83: Load Carrying

    Load carrying GENERAL INFORMATION WARNINGS Use load securing straps to an approved standard, e.g. DIN. Make sure that you secure all loose items properly. Place luggage and other loads as low and as far forward as possible within the luggage or loadspace. Do not drive with the liftgate or liftgate glass open.
  • Page 84 Load carrying For cargo carrying purposes, the Adjusting the cross-bar roof rails must be used together position with the roof rack/bars. The roof rails Loosen the thumb wheel at both must never be used alone to carry ends of the cross-bar (both cross- cargo.
  • Page 85 Load carrying Removing the cross-bar Installing the cross-bar assembly from the roof rack assembly to the roof rack side side rails rails Loosen the thumb wheel at both Ensure that both cross-bar ends of the cross-bar (both cross- assemblies are installed with the bars are adjustable).

  • Page 86: Cargo Cover

    Load carrying CARGO COVER Insert the retractor bar into one of the two positions. Your vehicle may be equipped with a cargo area shade that covers the luggage compartment of your vehicle. WARNINGS To reduce the possibility of injuries, the fasteners for the cargo area cover must be properly attached to the mounting clips on the rear trim panels.

  • Page 87: Luggage Stowage

    Load carrying LUGGAGE STOWAGE WARNING All heavy items should be securely fastened when stowed to stop them becoming dangerous projectiles in the even of a sudden stop or collision. When carrying cargo or luggage with the rear seatback(s) folded down (See Folding down rear seats, page 64), articles should not be packed higher than the front seatbacks, and should be...

  • Page 88: Towing

    Ford Approved the vehicle. Towing Package is fitted, without limiting your rights under the Ford Vehicle...
  • Page 89 Towing Vehicle speed Servicing after towing Note: Maximum recommended speed If you tow a trailer for long distances, is reduced when towing. your vehicle will require more frequent service intervals. Refer to your Customer There are legal limits for the vehicle Assistance, Warranty and Service Guide speed when towing;...

  • Page 90: Driving Hints

    1,500 kilometres on motorways. expert immediately. Engine DRIVING OFF ROAD CAUTION Ford encourages you to help preserve our national forest and other public and Avoid driving too fast during the private lands by “treading lightly”. first 1,500 kilometres. Vary your...
  • Page 91 Driving hints 4WD Systems Shorter - to give it the capability to approach inclines and drive over the Your 4WD (when you select the 4x4 crest of a hill without getting hung up mode), uses all four wheels to power or damaging underbody components.
  • Page 92 Driving hints If you must reduce the tyre pressure for WARNING whatever reason in sand, make sure you re-infl ate the tyres as soon as possible. After driving through water, dry the brakes by driving slowly and Avoid excessive speed because vehicle applying the brakes lightly until brake momentum can work against you and performance is normal.

  • Page 93: Maintenance And Modifications

    When climbing a steep slope or hill, start loaded or empty, and durable load in a lower gear rather than downshifting carrying capability. For this reason, Ford to a lower gear from a higher gear once strongly recommends that you do not the ascent has started.
  • Page 94 Driving hints Any modifications to a vehicle that raise the centre of gravity can increase the likelihood of a roll over. Ford recommends that caution be used with any vehicle equipped with a high load or device (such as ladder racks or pickup box cover).

  • Page 95: Status After A Collision

    Status after a collision INSPECTING SAFETY SYSTEM COMPONENTS Seat belts Belts subjected to strain, as a result of an accident, should be renewed and the anchorages checked by a properly trained technician. -95-...

  • Page 96: Fuses

    Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses. Ford recommends that a qualified technician replace high current fuses. Always replace a faulty fuse with a new one of the same rating. Using...
  • Page 97 Fuses Engine compartment fuse block WARNING Always replace the cover to the engine compartment fuse block before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs. The engine compartment fuse block is located in the engine compartment. It contains high-current fuses that protect your vehicle’s main electrical systems from overloads.

  • Page 98: Fuse Specification Chart

    Fuses FUSE SPECIFICATION CHART Passenger compartment fuse panel -98-...
  • Page 99 Fuses Ampere Fuse Colour Circuits protected rating Not used Air conditioner, rear window defrost Rear wiper motor, rear washer motor Four wheel drive control module ABS unit, Restraint control module Turn signal flasher unit, reverse lamps Anti-theft transceiver (where fitted), Restraints control module Instrument cluster, shift lock relay Engine control PCM relay, cooling fan relay,...
  • Page 100 Fuses Engine compartment fuse block Ampere Fuse Description Circuits protected rating Engine control system DIODE Not used H/L RH Headlamp (right) DIODE Not used H/L LH Headlamp (left) FUEL Fuel pump Not used Not used MAIN Main circuits Engine control system Not used H/L HIGH Headlamp high beams...
  • Page 101 Fuses Ampere Fuse Description Circuits protected rating IG MAIN Protection of various circuits MAIN FAN 1 Protection of various circuits BTN 1 Protection of various circuits MAIN FAN Cooling fan BTN 2 Protection of various circuits ADD FAN Additional fan motor R DEF Rear window defrost -101-...

  • Page 102: Vehicle Recovery

    Vehicle recovery TOWING POINTS TOWING THE VEHICLE ON FOUR WHEELS Front towing point WARNINGS Switch the ignition on when your vehicle is being towed. The steering lock will engage and the direction indicators and brake lamps will not work if you do not. The brake servo and the power steering pump do not operate unless the engine is running.

  • Page 103: Transporting The Vehicle

    TRANSPORTING THE VEHICLE Tray towing If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact an Authorised Ford Dealer or a professional towing service. It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a flatbed tray or a wheel lift and dollies.

  • Page 104: Maintenance

    There is a large network Brake fluid • Brake fluid level. See of Ford Authorised Repairers that are check (page 109). there to help you with their professional servicing expertise. We believe that their •...

  • Page 105: Opening And Closing The Bonnet

    Maintenance OPENING AND CLOSING Closing the bonnet THE BONNET WARNING Opening the bonnet Make sure that the bonnet is closed properly. Lower the bonnet and allow it to drop from under its own weight for the last 20 – 30 centimetres. Pull the lever under the instrument panel.

  • Page 106: Engine Compartment Overview

    Maintenance ENGINE COMPARTMENT OVERVIEW 2.3L DOHC 4 cylinder Item Description Power steering fluid reservoir. See Power steering fluid check (page 110). Engine coolant reservoir. See Engine coolant check (page 108). Brake fluid reservoir. See Brake fluid check (page 109). Automatic transmission fluid dipstick. See Automatic transmission fluid check (page 111).

  • Page 107: Engine Oil Check

    Maintenance ENGINE OIL CHECK Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove it again. CAUTION • If the oil level is between the MIN-MAX marks, the oil level is Do not use oil additives or other acceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL. engine treatments.

  • Page 108: Engine Coolant Check

    Check the engine oil. See Checking the oil level (page 107). If the engine oil level is not within the normal range, top up with oil that meets the Ford specification. See Customer assistance, warranty and service guide (page 27).

  • Page 109: Brake Fluid Check

    If the engine is hot, wait 10 minutes for the engine to cool down. DO NOT USE Ford Extended Life Engine Coolant (orange in colour). Do not allow coolant to touch your skin or eyes. If this happens, rinse the affected areas immediately with plenty of water and contact your doctor.

  • Page 110: Power Steering Fluid Check

    While the engine idles, turn the between the MIN and the MAX marks. steering wheel left and right several times. Only add brake fluid that meets the Ford specification. See Customer Turn the engine off. assistance, warranty and service guide (page 27). POWER STEERING FLUID Check the fluid level in the reservoir.

  • Page 111: Automatic Transmission Fluid Check

    Maintenance AUTOMATIC Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid level. The fluid should be TRANSMISSION FLUID in the crosshatch zone for normal CHECK operating temperature. Your transaxle does not consume Low fluid level fluid. However, the fluid level should be checked if the transaxle is not working properly, i.e.

  • Page 112: Washer Fluid Check

    Topping up Checking and adding washer fluid for the liftgate Top up with fluid that meets the Ford specification. See Customer Washer fluid for the liftgate is supplied by assistance, warranty and service the same reservoir as the windshield. guide (page 27).

  • Page 113: Vehicle Care

    Vehicle care CLEANING THE EXTERIOR Cleaning the chrome trim CAUTION WARNING Do not use abrasives or chemical If you use a car wash with a solvents. Use soapy water. waxing cycle, make sure that you remove the wax from the windscreen. Body paintwork preservation CAUTIONS CAUTIONS...

  • Page 114: Repairing Minor Paint Damage

    You should repair paintwork damage caused by stones from the road or minor scratches as soon as possible. A choice of products is available from your Ford Dealer. Read and follow the manufacturer’s instructions. -114-...

  • Page 115: Vehicle Battery

    Vehicle battery BATTERY CARE To connect the booster cables The battery requires very little CAUTIONS maintenance. The fluid level is checked regularly during the routine service Do not connect to the inspections. negative (–) terminal of the flat battery. USING BOOSTER CABLES Make sure that the jump leads are clear of any moving parts.
  • Page 116 Vehicle battery Connect one end of the negative connection cable to the ground point indicated below on the vehicle with the discharged battery. Connect the other end of the negative connection cable to the negative (-) terminal of the battery on the other vehicle.

  • Page 117: Wheels And Tyres

    Use only approved wheel and tyre correct speed. Take your vehicle to sizes. Using other sizes could your Ford dealer to have the engine damage the vehicle and will make the management system reprogrammed. National Type Approval invalid.
  • Page 118 Wheels and tyres Then unscrew the retaining device and Front jacking point remove the jack and the spare tyre. Front jacking points are located under the front suspension arm. Rear jacking point Jacking points WARNING Never use the differentials as a jacking point.
  • Page 119 Wheels and tyres Removing a wheel Slacken the wheel nuts. Note: Do not remove the wheel nuts WARNINGS until the wheel is raised off the ground. Park your vehicle in such a position that neither the traffic nor you are hindered or endangered. Set up a warning triangle.

  • Page 120: Tyre Care

    Wheels and tyres TYRE CARE Fitting a wheel WARNINGS Make sure that there is no lubrication (grease or oil) on the threads or the interface between wheel studs and nuts. Have the tightening torque of the wheel nuts and the tyre pressure checked as soon as possible.

  • Page 121: Technical Specifications

    Wheels and tyres TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Wheel nut torque Wheel type All wheels 88.2 - 117.6 Tyre pressures (cold tyres) A decal with tyre pressure data is located in the driver’s door opening at the B-pillar. Front Rear Tyre size bar (psi) bar (psi) 215/70 R16 2.1 (30)

  • Page 122: Vehicle Identification

    Vehicle identification VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION PLATE E79172 The vehicle identification plate is located in the engine compartment. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) The vehicle identification number is attached to a metal tag and is located in the engine bay. -122-...

  • Page 123: Technical Specifications

    Technical specifications TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Vehicle dimensions 1545mm 2620mm 940mm 4480mm 920mm -123-...
  • Page 124 Technical specifications Dimension description Dimension in mm Overall Height (with roof rack) 1730 Front Track/Rear Track 1545/1535 Overall Width 1845 Wheelbase 2620 Overall Length 4480 -124-...

  • Page 125: Audio

    CDs and consequently playback cannot be guaranteed in Ford and Sony CD audio units, and jamming could occur. Irregular shaped CDs and CDs with a scratch protection film or self adhesive labels attached should not be used.

  • Page 126: Audio Unit

    Audio AUDIO UNIT Single CD/6 Disc In Dash CD Audio System -126-...

  • Page 127: Anti Theft System

    Audio ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM Press channel preset button 5 to confirm that the password has been Your vehicle’s audio unit has an entered and to access the initial integrated antitheft system to deter operation screen. theft. The system is designed to make the unit inoperable if it is stolen.

  • Page 128: Power, Volume, Sound And Mode Controls

    Audio POWER, VOLUME, SOUND AND MODE CONTROLS Power ON/OFF Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position. Press the power/volume dial to turn the audio system on. Press the power/volume dial again to turn the audio system off. Volume adjustment To adjust the volume, turn the power/ volume dial.
  • Page 129 Audio Audio sound adjustment Press the ATT button again to cancel the function. Press the MENU button to select the function. The selected function Loudness adjustment will be indicated. The loudness adjustment function uses volume control with special circuitry added to compensate for the normally decreased hearing ability of the human ear at the extreme ends of the audio range when listening to lower sound...

  • Page 130: Clock

    Audio CLOCK Setting the time To adjust the time, press the CLOCK button for about 2 seconds. The clock’s current time will flash. The hour digits flash first. Press the SEEK /\ / SEEK \/ buttons to set the hour ahead/back. Press the CLOCK button again to flash the minute digits.

  • Page 131: Operating The Radio

    Audio OPERATING THE RADIO Press the band selector button to turn the radio on. Band selection Choose FM1, FM2, FM3, AM1 or AM2 by pressing the BAND button. The selected mode will be indicated. If FM stereo is being received, “ST” will be displayed.

  • Page 132: Operating The Compact Disc (Cd) Player

    Audio Note: If the power supply is interrupted Auto memory tuning (a fuse blows or the battery is This is especially useful when driving in disconnected), the preset channels will an area where the local stations are not be cancelled. known.
  • Page 133 Audio Playing During MP3 playback To change the disc, press the DISC Press the MODE button and select the button 1CD \/ or 2CD /\ for 2 seconds CD source to start play when a CD is in or more during playback. the unit.
  • Page 134 If “ERROR” is displayed, it means that there is some CD malfunction. Check for damage, dirt, or smudges on the CD, and then properly reinsert. If the message appears again, take the vehicle to an Authorised Ford Dealer for service. -134-...

  • Page 135: Change Of Ownership

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  • Page 141: Index

    Index About this handbook ........4 Battery care ..........115 Bonnet lock See: Brakes ..........80 See: Opening and closing the bonnet ...105 ABS driving hints Booster cables See: Hints on driving with ABS ....80 See: Using booster cables .......115 Accessories Booster cushions ........18 See: Parts and accessories ......5 Booster seat ..........18 Adjusting the air vents ......55...
  • Page 142 Index Cleaning the exterior .......113 Body paintwork preservation ....113 Cleaning the chrome trim ......113 Cleaning the headlamps ......113 Car wash Cleaning the rear window ......113 See: Cleaning the exterior ......113 Cleaning the interior ........113 Cargo cover ..........86 Instrument cluster screens, LCD Installing the cargo cover ......86 screens, radio screens ......114 Removing the cargo cover .......86...
  • Page 143 Index Fuses ............96 Fuse specification chart ......98 Engine compartment fuse panel ....100 Passenger compartment fuse panel ..98 Ejecting the CD ........130 Electric exterior mirrors ......46 Electric windows ........45 Driver’s door switches .......45 Front and rear passengers’ door switches ...........45 Gauges ............48 Opening and closing the windows Engine coolant temperature gauge ..48 automatically ..........45...
  • Page 144 Index Ignition switch ...........71 Liftgate ............29 Immobiliser Liftgate glass ..........47 See: Engine immobiliser ......31 Lighting control .........37 Important audio information ....125 Headlamp flasher ........37 Audio unit labels .........125 Lighting control positions ......37 Disc labels ...........125 Main and low beam ........37 Inspecting safety system Lighting ............37 components ..........95...
  • Page 145 Index Occupant protection .......20 Parking brake ..........80 Applying the parking brake ......80 Oil check Parking on a hill ..........80 See: Engine oil check ........107 Releasing the parking brake .....80 Opening and closing the bonnet ..105 Parts and accessories .......5 Closing the bonnet ........105 Power, volume, sound and mode Opening the bonnet .........105 Operating the compact disc (CD)
  • Page 146 Index Starter switch See: Ignition switch ........71 Starting a petrol engine ......71 Cold or hot engine ........71 Radio Flooded engine ..........71 See: Audio ..........125 Engine idle speed after starting ....72 Rear seats ..........63 Starting the engine ........71 Armrest ............63 Status after a collision ......95 Flat folding ............67 Steering wheel lock ........71 Folding down the rear seats .....64...
  • Page 147 Index Using booster cables ......115 Warning lamps and indicators ....50 To connect the booster cables ....115 ABS warning lamp ........50 To start the engine ........116 Airbag warning lamp ........50 Using cruise control ........81 Brake system lamp ........50 Direction indicator ........50 Switching cruise control on ......81 Door open warning lamp ......50 Setting a speed ..........81...
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