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Table Of Contents1

Breaking-In Your Vehicle2

Instrumentation4

Warning Lights And Chimes6

Base Instrument Cluster6

Optional Instrument Cluster6

Charging System7

Air Bag Readiness7

Service Engine Soon8

Light Turns On Solid8

Light Is Blinking9

O/D Off (If Equipped)9

Traction Control Active10

Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)10

Brake System Warning10

Check Coolant11

Safety Belt Warning Chime11

Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) Warning Chime11

Key-In-Ignition Warning Chime11

Base Instrument Cluster Gauges12

Optional Instrument Cluster Gauges12

Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge13

Trip Odometer15

Battery Voltage Gauge15

Engine Oil Pressure Gauge15

Controls And Features16

Headlamp Control16

Daytime Running Lamps (Drl) (If Equipped)16

Panel Dimmer Control17

Rear Window Defroster (If Equipped)17

Climate Control System18

Manual Heating And Air Conditioning System18

Fan Speed Control18

Temperature Control Knob18

Operating Tips20

Using Your Audio System21

Am/Fm Stereo/Cassette/Premium Sound21

Power Control21

Volume Control21

Seek Function22

Seek Function In Radio Mode22

Seek Function In Tape Mode22

Scan Function23

Radio Station Memory Preset23

Setting Memory Preset Stations23

Treble Adjust24

Speaker Balance Adjust24

Speaker Fade Adjust25

Tape Play Select25

Rewind/Fast Forward25

Rewind/Fast Forward Function In Tape Mode25

Dolby Noise Reduction26

Setting The Clock26

Am/Fm Stereo/Cassette/Mach 460 Sound System With Premium Am/Fm Stereo Cassette27

Scan Function In Radio Mode29

Scan Function In Tape Mode29

Premium Am/Fm Stereo Single Cd Radio/Premium Sound Or Mach 460 Sound System With Single Cd Radio33

Power/Volume Control33

Tune Adjust In Radio Mode34

Scan Function With Compact Disc Radio35

Automatic Memory Store (If Equipped)35

Starting Automatic Memory Store36

Deactivating Automatic Memory Store36

Reverse/Fast Forward In Cd Mode37

Compression Feature38

Single Disc Cd Player (If Equipped)38

Power And Volume Control38

Play Function39

Stop Function39

Reverse/Fast Forward39

Shuffle Feature40

Troubleshooting The Cd Player (If Equipped)41

If Sound Skips41

If Your Changer Does Not Work, It May Be That41

Cleaning Compact Discs41

Cleaning Cassette Player (If Equipped)42

Cassette And Cassette Player Care42

Radio Frequency Information42

Radio Reception Factors42

Turn Signal Control43

Windshield Wiper/Washer Controls43

Mist Function44

Flash To Pass44

Positions Of The Ignition45

Tilt Steering Wheel (If Equipped)45

Speed Control46

To Turn Speed Control On46

To Turn Speed Control Off46

To Set A Speed46

To Set A Higher Set Speed47

To Set A Lower Set Speed48

To Disengage Speed Control48

To Return To A Previously Set Speed49

Interior Lamps49

Map Lamps (If Equipped)49

Power Windows (If Equipped)50

Power Door Locks51

Power Side View Mirrors (If Equipped)51

Positive Retention Floor Mat (If Equipped)51

Center Console52

Foglamp Control (If Equipped)52

Auxiliary Power Point52

Convertible (If Equipped)53

Lowering The Convertible Top53

To Lower The Convertible Top53

Installation Of The Boot54

Raising The Convertible Top55

Remote Entry System56

Unlocking The Doors56

Locking The Doors57

Opening The Trunk57

Sounding A Panic Alarm57

Illuminated Entry58

The Inside Lights Will Not Turn Off If58

Replacing Lost Transmitters58

Replacing The Batteries59

Securilock Passive Anti-Theft System60

Theft Indicator61

Programming Spare Securilock Keys61

Procedure To Program Spare Securilock Keys To Your Vehicle61

Seating And Safety Restraints63

Adjustable Head Restraints (If Equipped)63

Adjusting The Front Manual Seat63

Adjusting The Front Power Seat (If Equipped)64

Rear Seat Entry/Exit65

Using The Power Lumbar Support (If Equipped)65

Using The Manual Lumbar Support (If Equipped)66

2Nd Seat/Split-Folding Rear Seat (If Equipped)66

Safety Restraints Precautions66

Combination Lap And Shoulder Belts68

Vehicle Sensitive Mode68

Automatic Locking Mode68

When To Use The Automatic Locking Mode69

How To Use The Automatic Locking Mode69

How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode69

Safety Belt Extension Assembly70

Safety Belt Warning Light And Indicator Chime70

Conditions Of Operation70

Safety Belt Maintenance71

Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)71

Important Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) Precautions72

Children And Air Bags73

How Does The Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System Work?74

The Srs Consists Of75

Determining If The System Is Operational75

Disposal Of Air Bags And Air Bag Equipped Vehicles76

Safety Restraints For Children76

Children And Safety Belts77

Safety Seats For Children78

When Installing A Child Safety Seat79

Attaching Safety Seats With Tether Straps82

Tether Anchorage Hardware82

Preparing To Start Your Vehicle83

Important Safety Precautions84

Before Starting The Vehicle84

If Starting A Vehicle With An Automatic Transmission84

If Starting A Vehicle With A Manual Transmission84

Starting The Engine86

Using The Engine Block Heater (If Equipped)86

Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes87

Have The Exhaust And Body Ventilation Systems Checked Whenever87

Important Ventilating Information87

Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs) (If Equipped)88

Abs Warning Lamp89

Hydraulic Brake Booster System (Hydroboost)90

Parking Brake90

Traction Control (If Equipped)91

Automatic Transmission Operation93

Brake-Shift Interlock93

Understanding Gearshift Positions94

Manual Transmission Operation (If Equipped)98

Using The Clutch98

Recommended Shift Speeds99

Parking Your Vehicle99

To Shift Into R (Reverse)100

Removing Key From Ignition101

Traction-Lok Axle (If Equipped)101

Vehicle Loading101

Trailer Towing104

Preparing To Tow104

Safety Chains104

Trailer Brakes105

Trailer Lamps105

Driving While You Tow105

Servicing After Towing106

Trailer Towing Tips106

Driving Through Water106

Roadside Emergencies108

Hazard Flasher108

Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch108

Fuels And Relays109

Standard Fuse Amperage Rating And Color110

Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel110

The Fuses Are Coded As Follows111

Power Distribution Box113

The High-Current Fuses Are Coded As Follows114

Changing The Tires115

Temporary Spare Tire Information116

When Driving With The Temporary Spare Tire Do Not116

Tire Change Procedure116

Anti-Theft Lug Nuts (If Equipped)119

Removing The Anti-Theft Lug Nut119

Reinstalling The Anti-Theft Lug Nut119

Jump Starting Your Vehicle120

Preparing Your Vehicle120

Connecting The Jumper Cables121

Jump Starting122

Removing The Jumper Cables123

Wrecker Towing124

Maintenance And Care126

Service Recommendations126

Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle126

Working With The Engine Off127

Working With The Engine On127

Opening The Hood128

Identifying Components In The Engine Compartment129

3.8L Ohv V6 Engine129

4.6L Sohc V8 Engine130

Adding Engine Oil132

Checking And Adding Brake Fluid133

Clutch Adjustment (If Equipped)135

Windshield Washer Fluid136

Checking And Adding Washer Fluid136

Engine Coolant137

Adding Engine Coolant138

Recycled Engine Coolant139

Coolant Refill Capacity140

Severe Winter Climate140

Checking And Adding Power Steering Fluid140

Transmission Fluid142

Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid142

Low Fluid Level143

Correct Fluid Level143

High Fluid Level144

Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels144

Checking And Adding Manual Transmission Fluid145

Windshield Wiper Blades148

Checking The Wiper Blades148

Changing The Wiper Blades149

Information About Tire Quality Grades149

Traction Aa A B C150

Temperature A B C150

Servicing Your Tires151

Checking The Tire Pressure151

Tire Rotation151

Replacing The Tires152

Snow Tires And Chains153

What You Should Know About Automative Fuels154

Fuel Filler Cap155

Choosing The Right Fuel156

Octane Recommendations157

Fuel Quality157

Running Out Of Fuel158

Essentials Of Good Fuel Economy159

Measuring Techniques159

Filling The Tank160

Calculating Fuel Economy160

Epa Window Sticker163

Emission Control System163

Readiness For Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing164

Exterior Bulbs165

Replacing Exterior Bulbs165

Replacing Headlamp Bulbs166

To Install The New Bulb167

Replacing Front Parking Lamp/Turn Signal Bulbs167

High-Mount Brakelamp Bulbs168

Replacing Foglamp Bulbs168

Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulbs169

Replacing Tail Lamp/Backup Bulbs169

Interior Bulbs169

Using The Right Bulbs170

Aiming The Headlamps170

Vertical Aim Adjustment171

Cleaning And Caring For Your Vehicle171

Washing Your Vehicle172

Waxing Your Vehicle172

Repairing Paint Chips173

Cleaning The Wheels173

Cleaning The Engine173

Cleaning Plastic Exterior Parts174

Cleaning The Exterior Lamps174

Cleaning The Wiper Blades And Windshield174

Cleaning The Instrument Panel175

Cleaning The Interior Fabric175

Cleaning Leather Seats (If Equipped)175

Cleaning And Maintaining The Safety Belts176

Inside Windows176

Convertible Top And Padded Molding Care176

Capacities And Specifications177

Motorcraft Part Numbers177

Relief Capacities178

Lubricant Specifications180

Vehicle Dimensions182

Identifying Your Vehicle184

Safety Compliance Label184

Vehicle Identification Number184

Engine Number184

Reporting Safety Defects185

Filling Station Information191

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