Page 1 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 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Table of Contents...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Lug Nut Torque Jump starting Wrecker towing Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) Cleaning 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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. 2006 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Introduction...
Page 8 Child Seat Tether Anchor Anti-Lock Brake System Powertrain Malfunction Master Lighting Switch Fog Lamps-Front Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) See Owner’s Guide Airbag - 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 2006 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 11 ON, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. A chime will also sound when a malfunction in the supplemental restraint system has been detected. 2006 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). 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 13 Headlamps on warning chime: Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the ignition) and the driver’s door is opened. 2006 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. 2006 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 16 3. Press and hold the ODO/TRIP button for ten 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 17: Entertainment Systems
Setting the clock: Press MENU until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINUTE is displayed. Use MENU again to disengage clock mode. If your vehicle is equipped with an in-dash clock, refer to Clock in the Driver Controls chapter. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Entertainment Systems COMPRESS...
Page 18 7. Shuffle: Press to play tracks in random order. 8. Comp (Compression): In CD mode, brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) SEEK to set. SEEK...
Page 19 17. CD: Press to enter CD mode. If a CD is already loaded into the system, CD play will begin where it ended last. 18. CD eject: Press to eject a CD. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 20 Also use in menu mode to select various settings. 2. Phone/mute: Press to mute the playing media. Press again to return to the playing media. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 21 In Folder mode, pressing SEEK within the selected folder. Compression: Available only in CD mode, brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Entertainment Systems SEEK SEEK to adjust the hours/minutes.
Page 22 8. FOLDER: Press to access next folder on MP3 discs, if folders are available. 9. FOLDER: press to access the previous folder on MP3 discs, if folders are available. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 23 19. CD eject: Press to eject a CD. Press and hold to auto eject all CDs present in the system. If there is no CD present, the display will read NO CD. 2006 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: Family Entertainment System
• REV — Press to reverse within the active CD track or DVD chapter in play mode. Also press to move the cursor left in the menu active mode. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Entertainment Systems...
Page 26 DVD control features Menu control Press the MENU control to enter the DVD menu. This allows you to navigate and select within the DVD generated menu structure. Once in MENU mode: 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 27 Press the REV/FWD control during playback mode to reverse or advance at a normal speed. Press the REV/FWD control again to cancel the reverse/advance action and return to normal playback mode 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Entertainment Systems NEXT PREV...
Page 28 To enter zoom mode, press DISP once for the player menu and again to adjust the display setting. Select zoom from the screen settings by using the arrow and ENTER controls. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 29 In DVD playback mode, press the control to select a highlighted item from the menu. In stop mode, press the control to select the next audio memory preset. 7. MENU/MODE control 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 30 DVD player off. When radio is powered off and back on, it will be in Single Play mode, even if upon power off the radio was in Dual play mode. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 31 Family Entertainment DVD system including the remote control, and the DVD screen (if equipped). For further information about the Rear Seat Controls, refer to Auxiliary audio controls in the Entertainment Chapter. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 32 ON. Press ON/OFF again to turn the headphones off. • Adjust the headphones to comfortably fit your head using the headband adjustment. • Adjust the volume control to the desired listening level. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 33 When not in use, rotate the screen up into the storage housing. Note: Ensure that the screen is securely latched into the housing when stored. 1. 7.0” (diagonal) active matrix liquid crystal display (LCD). 2. Display housing. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 34 • DVDs are formatted by regions. This DVD system can only play region 1 DVDs (DVDs manufactured for U.S. and Canada). 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 35 DVDs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford DVD/CD players. Irregular shaped discs, discs with a scratch protection film attached, and discs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the player.
Page 36 • Do not attempt to service, repair or modify the Family Entertainment DVD System. See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. • Do not insert foreign objects into the DVD compartment. 2006 Five Hundred (500)
Page 37 Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Compliance Changes or modifications not approved by Ford or Lincoln Mercury could void user’s authority to operate the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Page 38 Exercise care to prevent dirt and foreign objects from entering the DVD player compartment. If liquid is accidentally spilled onto the system, immediately turn the system OFF and consult a qualified service technician. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 39 Clean the exterior of the DVD player with a damp cloth. Do not use CD cleaning kits or CDs intended to clean the interior of your DVD player. Use of these products may damage your system. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 40: Climate Controls
5. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. Engages automatically in MAX A/C, (defrost) and (floor/defrost). Cannot be disabled in MAX A/C mode. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 41 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Climate Controls position.
Page 42: Automatic Temperature Control
: Distributes air through the windshield defroster, demister and floor vents. : Distributes air through the floor vents. Note: You may notice a small amount of air flowing from the demister and defroster vents. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 43 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 44 Recirculation can be engaged manually in any other airflow selection except defrost. Recirculation may turn off automatically in all airflow selections. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 45 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Climate Controls...
Page 46 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) position.
Page 47: Rear Window Defroster
This may cause damage to the heated grid lines and will not be covered by your warranty. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 48: 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 49 • Parking lamps • Low beams • Autolamps (when active) The foglamps will not operate when the high beams are active. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 50 Vertical aim adjustment 1. Park the vehicle directly in front of a wall or screen on a level surface, approximately 25 feet (7.6 meters) away. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 51 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 52: Turn Signal Control
45 minutes of headlamp operation. Using the right bulbs Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbs must be marked with an authorized “D.O.T.” for North America and an 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 53 Replacing headlamp (low beam) bulbs 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Lights Trade...
Page 54 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 55 2. Carefully pull the carpet away to expose the backside of the tail lamp assembly. 3. Remove the nut and washer assemblies, then pull the lamp assembly away from the vehicle. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 56 2. Remove the two screws from the license plate lamp assembly. 3. Remove bulb socket by turning counterclockwise. 4. Carefully pull the bulb out from the socket. Install new bulb(s) in reverse order. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 57 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 58: 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 59 Press the latch to open the storage compartment. The door will open slightly and can be moved to full open. The storage compartment may be used to secure sunglasses or a similar object. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 60 Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 61: Power Windows
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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls...
Page 62 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 63 AUTOMATIC DIMMING INSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with an inside rear view mirror with an auto-dimming function. The electronic day/night mirror will change from the normal (high reflective) state to the non-glare 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 64: Mirrors
3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place. Fold-away mirrors Pull the side mirrors in carefully when driving through a narrow space, like an automatic car wash. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 65: Speed Control
With speed control set, you can maintain a speed of 30 mph (48 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. Speed control does not work at speeds below 30 mph (48 km/h). 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 66 Disengaging speed control To disengage the speed control: • Depress the brake pedal or press CNCL (Cancel). Disengaging the speed control will not erase previous set speed. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) CNCL CNCL...
Page 67 You can also use the SET - control to operate the Tap-Down function. Press and release this control to decrease the vehicle set speed in small amounts by 1 mph (1.6 km/h). 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls CNCL CNCL...
Page 68 STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED) Radio control features • Press MEDIA to select AM, FM1, FM2, or CD (if equipped). 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) CNCL CNCL SEEK...
Page 69 To close the moon roof from the vent position, press and hold the front portion of the control until the glass panel stops moving. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 70 Note: Your vehicle may require the ignition switch to be turned to the ACC position for programming and/or operation of the HomeLink . It is also recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 71 6. At the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit) in the garage, locate the “learn” or “smart” button (usually near where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the unit). 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 72 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 73 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls...
Page 74: Message Center
The DTE function will display LOW FUEL LEVEL when you have approximately 50 miles (80 km) to empty. If you RESET this warning message, this display and tone will return within 10 minutes. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 75 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. Press and hold RESET to reset mode. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 76 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). 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 77 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). 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls...
Page 78 Language 1. Select this function from the SETUP menu for the current language to be displayed. 2. Pressing the RESET control cycles the message center through each of the language choices. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 79 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 80 LEFT REAR DOOR AJAR. Displayed when the left rear door is not completely closed. RIGHT REAR DOOR AJAR. Displayed when the right rear door is not completely closed. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Status Warning cannot be reset (CLOSE...
Page 81 USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS. To reset the oil monitoring system to 100% after each oil change [approximately 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 180 days] perform the following: 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 82 2. Press and hold the RESET until “IF NEW OIL HOLD RESET” is displayed, then release. 3. Press and hold RESET control again until OIL LIFE SET TO 100% is displayed. Your oil life is now reset. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 83 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls...
Page 84: 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 85 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 86 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 87 ALL remote entry transmitters with you to the authorized dealer 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Locks and Security...
Page 88 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 89 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 90 Driver 2 settings. How to reprogram your remote entry transmitters You must have all remote entry transmitters (maximum of four) available before beginning this procedure. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 91 • they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or • any door is open. Battery saver The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 30 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the 1 (LOCK) position. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 92 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 93 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Locks and Security...
Page 94 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 95: Anti-Theft System
The authorized 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 96 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 97 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 98 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 99 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Locks and Security...
Page 100: 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 101 After returning the seatback to its original position, pull on the seatback to ensure that it has fully latched. An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 102 An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision. Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped) Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 103 The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion. Press the front or rear portion to tilt the seat. • Driver 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 104 The heating of the seat turns off after 10 minutes or when the vehicle is turned off. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 105 Remote entry system in the Locks and Security chapter. REAR SEATS Head restraints Lift the head restraint so that it is located directly or as close as possible behind your head. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 106 When raising the seatback(s), make sure you hear the seat latch into place. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 107: Safety Restraints
Your vehicle’s Personal Safety System • Driver and passenger dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints. • Front outboard safety belts with pretensioners, energy management retractors (first row only), and safety belt usage sensors. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) consists of:...
Page 108 The front crash severity sensor enhances the ability to detect the severity of an impact. Positioned up front, it provides valuable information early in the crash event on the severity of the impact. This allows your Personal Safety System 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) work? determined system.
Page 109 Front safety belt usage sensors The front safety belt usage sensors detect whether or not the driver and front outboard passenger safety belts are fastened. This information 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 110 Safety System serviced at an authorized dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a collision. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) to tailor the airbag deployment and system. This maximizes the...
Page 111 3) Never use a single belt for more than one person. Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 112 Failure to inspect and replace if necessary the Belt and Retractor assembly after an accident could increase the risk of injury in a collision. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 113 Refer to Safety restraints for children or Safety seats for children later in this chapter. How to use the automatic locking mode • Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 114 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 an authorized dealer after any collision to verify that the automatic locking retractor feature for child seats is still working properly.
Page 115 BeltMinder feature for objects placed in the front passenger seat, warnings will only be given to large front seat occupants as determined by the front passenger sensing system. 2006 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 116 3 mph (5 km/h) and more than 1-2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to ON... 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) feature. The warnings are the same warnings have Then...
Page 117 “I’d rather be Not a good idea. People who are ejected are 40 thrown clear” times more likely to DIE. Safety belts help prevent ejection, WE CAN’T “PICK OUR CRASH”. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 118 1. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN (or ON) position. (DO NOT START THE ENGINE) 2. Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off. (Approximately 1 minute) 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) is disabled for...
Page 119 (slide bar-if equipped), shoulder belt height adjusters (if equipped), shoulder belt guide on seatback (if equipped), child safety seat LATCH and tether anchors, and attaching 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) feature for that seating position if it...
Page 120: Airbags
Seating and Safety Restraints 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. However, if the collision was minor and an authorized dealer finds that the belts do not show damage and continue to operate properly, they do not need to be replaced.
Page 121 Do not put anything on or over the airbag module. Placing objects on or over the airbag inflation area may cause those objects to be propelled by the airbag into your face and torso causing serious injury. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 122 NEVER place a rear-facing child seat in front of an active airbag. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the seat all the way back. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 123 Thus, it is extremely important that occupants be properly restrained as far away from the airbag module as possible while maintaining vehicle control. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 124 • the front passenger seat is unoccupied, or has small/medium objects in the front seat, • the system determines that an infant is present in a rear-facing infant seat that is installed according to the manufacturer’s instructions, 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 125 If a person of adult size is sitting in the front passenger’s seat, but the passenger airbag off or pass airbag off indicator lamp is lit, it is possible that the person isn’t sitting properly in the seat. If this happens: 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 126 Always sit upright against your seatback, with your feet on the floor. The front passenger sensing system may detect small or medium objects placed on the seat cushion. For most objects that are in the front 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 127 Check the “passenger airbag off” or “pass airbag off” indicator lamp for proper airbag Status. Failure to follow these instructions may interfere with the front passenger seat sensing system. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Passenger Airbag...
Page 128 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 chapter of this Owner’s Guide.
Page 129 SRS is provided. How does the side airbag system work? The design and development of the side airbag system included recommended testing procedures that were developed by a group of 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 130 Side airbags are designed to inflate in side-impact collisions, not roll-over, rear-impact, frontal or near-frontal collisions, unless the collision causes sufficient lateral deceleration. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 131 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 authorized dealer. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 132 • Two crash sensors located at the C pillar behind the rear doors (one on each side of the vehicle). • Rollover sensor in the restraints control module (RCM). 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) system work?
Page 133 Several Safety Canopy inflation. Do not touch them after inflation. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) will not interfere with inflation or when...
Page 134: Child Restraints
You are required by law to use safety restraints for children in the U.S. and Canada. If small children (generally children who are four years old or younger and who weigh 40 lb. [18 kg] or less) ride in your vehicle, you 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 135 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...
Page 136 (top of ear level) above the top of the seat. In this case, move the backless booster to another seating position with a higher seat back and lap/shoulder belts. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 137 It is best to use a booster seat with lap/shoulder belts in the back seat- the safest place for children to ride. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 138 • Keep the buckle release button pointing up and away from the safety seat, with the tongue between the child seat and the release button, to prevent accidental unbuckling. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 139 80 lb (36 kg) using an upper torso harness and a belt-positioning booster. Ford Motor Company 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 140 3. While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together, route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer’s instructions. Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 141 7. Pull the lap belt portion across the child seat toward the buckle and pull up on the shoulder belt while pushing down with your knee on the child seat. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 142 Attach the tether strap only to the appropriate tether anchor as shown. The tether strap may not work properly if attached somewhere other than the correct tether anchor. 1. Position the child safety seat on the seat cushion. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 143 7. Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer’s instructions. If the safety seat is not anchored properly, the risk of a child being injured in a collision greatly increases. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 144 The LATCH anchors are below the locator symbols on the seat back. Follow the child seat manufacturer’s instructions to properly install a child seat with LATCH attachments. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 145 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 146: 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 Motor Company to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it.
Page 147 • 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]. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
Page 148: Tire Inflation
Use a tire gauge to check the tire inflation pressure, including the spare (if equipped), at least monthly and before long trips. You are strongly urged to buy a reliable tire pressure gauge, as automatic service station 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 149 Always inflate your tires to the Ford recommended inflation pressure even if it is less than the maximum inflation pressure information found on the tire. The Ford recommended tire inflation pressure is found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label which is located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door.
Page 150: Tire Information
Check for holes or cuts that may permit air leakage from the tire and make necessary repairs. Also inspect the tire sidewalls for cracking, cuts, bruises and other signs of damage or excessive wear. If 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 151 This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides a U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number for safety standard certification and in case of a recall. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
Page 152 If you cannot detect a cause, have the vehicle towed to the nearest repair facility or tire dealer to have the vehicle inspected. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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) 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
Page 154 Note: After having your tires rotated, inflation pressure must be checked and adjusted to the vehicle requirements. TIRE REPLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS Your vehicle is equipped with tires designed to provide a safe ride and handling capability. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 155 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 156 (299 km/h). These ratings are listed in the following chart. Note: You may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by federal law. Letter rating 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Speed rating - mph (km/h)
Page 157 C. The grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
Page 158 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 159 Vehicle loading — with and without a trailer section. SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS Snow tires must be the same size and grade as the tires you currently have on your vehicle. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
Page 160: Vehicle Loading
Safety Compliance Certification Label: 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 161 Overloading or improperly loading your vehicle can contribute to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
Page 162 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 163 RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your authorized dealer. GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) – is the Vehicle Curb Weight + cargo + passengers. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
Page 164 GCW must never exceed the GCWR. Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight – is the highest possible weight of a fully loaded trailer the vehicle can tow. It assumes a vehicle with only 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 165 • Another example for your vehicle with 1400 lb. (635 kg) of cargo and luggage capacity. You decide to go golfing. Is there enough load 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 166: Trailer Towing
Towing a trailer places an additional load on your vehicle’s engine, transmission, brakes, tires and suspension. Inspect these components carefully after towing. Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the certification label. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 167 GVWR not GCWR. Trailer lamps Trailer lamps are required on most towed vehicles. Make sure all running lights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are working. See your 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
Page 168: Recreational Towing
RECREATIONAL TOWING Follow these guidelines for your specific powertrain combination to tow your vehicle for personal travel (such as behind a recreational vehicle or moving truck). 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 169 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 170: 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 171 Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 2. Make sure vehicle accessories are off. • Make sure the parking brake is set. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driving...
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Page 173: Brakes
Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS) Your vehicle is equipped with an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). This system helps you maintain steering control during emergency stops by 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driving BRAKE...
Page 174 Parking brake Apply the parking brake whenever the vehicle is parked. To set the parking brake, press the parking brake pedal down until the pedal stops. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 175: Traction Control
This process is very sensitive to driving conditions and very fast acting. The wheels “search” for optimum traction several times a second and adjustments are made accordingly. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 176 • Do not fill the power steering pump reservoir above the maximum level, as this may result in leaks from the reservoir. See Checking and adding power steering fluid in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 177 1. Remove the trim ring around the gearshift lever. 2. Remove the console panel by opening the armrest, grasping the panel firmly, then pulling up. This will allow access to the gearshift assembly. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 178 CVT continually adjusts the optimum overall drive ratio between engine and drive wheels for all operating conditions. As traditional automatic transmissions/transaxles shift up or down in gears, this shifting in gear ratios is noticeable by increasing and 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 179 Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 180 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): • Come to a complete stop 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 181 Inclement weather may also affect the function of the RSS; this may include reduced performance or a false activation. To help avoid personal injury, always use caution when in R (Reverse) and when using the RSS. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driving...
Page 182 An RSS control on the instrument panel allows the driver to turn the RSS on and off. To turn the RSS off, the ignition must be ON, and the gear selector in R (Reverse). An 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 183 L (Low) gear when possible. L (Low) gear operation will maximize the engine and transmission cooling capability. Under severe operating conditions, the A/C may cycle on and off to protect overheating of the engine. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 184 Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 185 Sand When driving over sand, try to keep all four wheels on the most solid area of the trail. Avoid reducing the tire pressures but shift to a lower 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driving...
Page 186 PTU (Power Transfer Unit) lubricant should be checked and changed if necessary. After driving through mud, clean off residue stuck to rotating driveshafts and tires. Excess mud stuck on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that could damage drive components. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 187 The front wheels have to be turning in order to steer the vehicle. If your vehicle has anti-lock brakes, apply the brakes steadily. Do not “pump” the brakes. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 188 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 189 Once through the water, always dry the brakes by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brakes. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 190: 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 191: Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
1–800–241–3673; Lincoln vehicle customers call 1–800–521–4140. 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;...
Page 192: 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 193 — — — Passenger compartment fuse panel/Smart Junction Box (SJB) The fuse panel is located under the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies COLOR Cartridge Maxi...
Page 194 The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Location Rating 7.5A 7.5A 7.5A 7.5A 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description High beams Interior lamps (Courtesy and demand lamps), Delayed accessory (Power windows and moonroof)
Page 195 Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses. To reduce risk of electrical shock, always replace the cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies Passenger Compartment Fuse...
Page 196 — 20A* — 60A* — 40A* 30A* 30A* 20A* 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Power Distribution Box Description SJB, SJB fuses 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8 and Not used Front wiper, Front washer Not used...
Page 197 30A* — — 30A* 30A* — 40A* — — — 1A Diode 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies Power Distribution Box Description Not used Not used Traction Control Module (TCM) Power point (Console) Alternator Logic feed to SJB, SJB solid state...
Page 198 • do not brake heavily. • gradually decrease the vehicle’s speed. • hold the steering wheel firmly. • slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Power Distribution Box...
Page 199 Ford. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged, it should be replaced rather than repaired.
Page 200 Driving vehicles equipped with a camper body • Driving vehicles with a load on the cargo rack Drive cautiously when using a full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel and seek service as soon as possible. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 201 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). 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 202 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 203 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
Page 204 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 205: Lug Nut Torque
1/2-20 UNF * 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 wheel hub, brake drum or brake disc that contacts the wheel.
Page 206: Transmission Operation
Connecting the jumper cables 1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal of the discharged battery. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 207 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the assisting battery. 3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the assisting battery. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 208 2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle. 3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for an additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 209 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 210 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 211: 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 212 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 213: 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 authorized dealer could provide, after following the steps described above, contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center to find an authorized dealer to help you.
Page 214 If you own a Lincoln vehicle and are away from home when your vehicle needs service, or if you need more help than the authorized dealer could provide, after following the steps described above, contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center to find an authorized dealer to help you.
Page 215 Customer Assistance 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. In the United States, a warranty dispute must be submitted to the...
Page 216 You are not bound by the decision but may choose to accept it. If you choose to accept the BBB AUTO LINE decision then Ford must abide by the accepted decision as well. If the arbitrator has decided in...
Page 217 United States and Canada, provided by a network of more than 4,600 participating authorized 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...
Page 218 The use of leaded fuel in your vehicle without proper conversion may damage the effectiveness of your emission control system and may cause engine knocking or serious engine damage. Ford Motor Company/Ford of Canada is not responsible for any damage caused by use of improper fuel.
Page 219: Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. Only)
Obtaining a French owner’s guide French Owner’s Guides can be obtained from your authorized 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 220: Cleaning
Your authorized 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 authorized dealer to ensure you get the correct color. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 221 • 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Cleaning...
Page 222 To clean these items, follow these tips: • The windshield, rear windows and side windows may be cleaned with a non-abrasive cleaner such as Motorcraft Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (ZC-23), available from your authorized dealer. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 223 • Do not use household or glass cleaners as these may damage the finish. INTERIOR For fabric, carpets, cloth seats, safety belts and seats equipped with side airbags: • Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Cleaning...
Page 224 Flush the complete underside of your vehicle frequently. Keep body and door drain holes free from packed dirt. FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford or Lincoln Mercury authorized dealer has many quality products available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. These 2006 Five Hundred (500)
Page 225 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) 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 226: Maintenance And Specifications
2. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. Note: Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 227 3. Lift the hood and support it with the prop rod. Lift the prop rod by the sleeve and not the bare metal. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 228: 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 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 229 Replace wiper blades at least once per year for optimum performance. Poor wiper quality can be improved by cleaning the wiper blades and the windshield, refer to Windows and wiper blades in the Cleaning chapter. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 230: Engine Oil
4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. 5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator (dipstick). 6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove it again. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 231 3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil level is not above the normal operating range on the engine oil level indicator (dipstick). 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 232 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 233: 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 234 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 235: 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) RECYCLE...
Page 236 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 237 • 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 238 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 239 If necessary, add enough 50/50 concentration of engine coolant and distilled water to bring the liquid level to the proper level. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 240 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 241 Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or death if misused or mishandled. Gasoline may contain benzene, which is a cancer-causing agent. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 242 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 243 Turn off the engine, remove the fuel filler cap, align the cap properly and reinstall it. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 244 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 245 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 effect on powertrain components.
Page 246 • 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 247 • 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]). 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 248 • 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 249 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 250 Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass an I/M test of the on-board diagnostics system. If your 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) indicator to illuminate.
Page 251 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 252 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 authorized dealer for evaluation as soon as possible. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 253 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]). 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 254 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 255: Part Numbers
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 256: Refill Capacities
Oil (US) Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil (Canada) Fuel tank capacity Power steering Motorcraft fluid MERCON 2006 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...
Page 257 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 258: Lubricant Specifications
Motorcraft 6-speed Premium transaxle Automatic Transmission Fluid Rear Axle Motorcraft SAE (AWD) 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Ford Part Ford Number Specification PM-1 ESA-M6C25-A XG-4 or XL-5 ESA-M1C93-B XL-1 none XT-7-QCFT WSS-M2C933–A...
Page 259 Motorcraft washer fluid Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate Using any transaxle fluid other than those that meet the recommended specification may cause internal transaxle damage. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Ford Part Ford Number Specification 1161641 —...
Page 260 Vehicle dimensions (1) Overall length (2) Overall width (3) Overall height (4) Wheelbase (5) Tread - Front (5) Tread - Rear 2006 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 (0.052–0.056 inch) 1.32–1.42 mm Coil on plug 10.0:1...
Page 261 Maintenance and Specifications 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 262 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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 263 Safety Compliance Certification Label . The following table tells you which transmission or transaxle each code represents. Description CVT (continuously variable transaxle) Six-speed automatic (Aisin F21) 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Code...
Page 264: Accessories
In addition, each accessory is made from high quality materials and meets or exceeds Ford’s rigorous engineering and safety specifications. Ford Motor Company will repair or...
Page 265 • Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your vehicle, particularly if they are not properly designed for automotive use. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Accessories...
Page 266 • Electrical or electronic accessories or components that are added to the vehicle by the authorized dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 267: Index
...260 Automatic transmission driving an automatic overdrive ...178, 180 Axle lubricant specifications ...258 Battery ...233 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Index acid, treating emergencies ...233 jumping a disabled battery ...205 maintenance-free ...233 replacement, specifications ...255 servicing ...233...
Page 268 Getting roadside assistance ...190 Getting the service you need ...213 Ordering additional owner’s literature ...218 Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program ...216 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Daytime running lamps (see Lamps) ...50 Dipstick automatic transmission fluid ...252–253 engine oil ...230...
Page 269 Garage Door Opener (see Homelink wireless control system) ...70 Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ...243 Gas mileage (see Fuel economy) ...246 Gauges ...14 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Index Hazard flashers ...191 Head restraints ...100, 105 Headlamps ...48 aiming ...50...
Page 270 Lug nuts ...205 Lumbar support, seats ...101 Message center ...74 english/metric button ...79 system check button ...79 warning messages ...79 Mirrors ...59, 64 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) automatic dimming rearview mirror ...63 fold away ...64 heated ...65 side view mirrors (power) ...64...
Page 271 ...100, 102, 104 heated ...44 memory seat ...88, 105 Servicing your vehicle ...226 Setting the clock AM/FM/In-dash 6 CD ...21 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Index Spare tire (see Changing the Tire) ...201 Spark plugs, specifications ...255, 260...
Page 272 ...83, 88 Turn signal ...52 Vehicle dimensions ...260 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...262 Vehicle loading ...160 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Ventilating your vehicle ...173 Warning lights (see Lights) ...10 Washer fluid ...229 Water, Driving through ...189 Windows power ...61...

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