Ford 2007 Milan Owner's Manual
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Rear window defroster Lights Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control Moon roof Message center Locks and Security Keys Locks Anti-theft system 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 2 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) Reporting safety defects (Canada only) Cleaning 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 3 Ford Motor Company. Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation. Copyright © 2007 Ford Motor Company...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    For more information on Ford Motor Company and its products visit the following website: • In the United States: www.ford.com •...
  • Page 5 For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered by your vehicle’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty, refer to the Warranty Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner’s Guide. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • 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 Introduction authority. Other parties may seek to access the information independently of Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada. Cell phone use The use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasingly important in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However, drivers must not compromise their own or others’...
  • Page 8: Vehicle Symbol Glossary

    Brake Fluid - Anti-Lock Brake System Non-Petroleum Based Powertrain Malfunction Speed Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash/Wipe Windshield Rear Window Defrost/Demist Defrost/Demist 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 9 Battery Acid or Sparks Explosive Gas Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Power Steering Fluid Level Emission System Engine Air Filter Passenger Compartment Jack Air Filter Low Tire Pressure Check Fuel Cap Warning 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 10: Instrument Cluster

    If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 11 Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is illuminated. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 12 Speed control: Illuminates when the speed control is engaged. Turns off when the speed control system is disengaged. Anti-theft system: Flashes when the SecuriLock Passive Anti-theft System has been activated. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 13: Gauges

    Parking brake ON: Sounds when the parking brake is left ON and driven. If the warning stays on after the park brake is off, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. GAUGES 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 14 The FUEL icon and arrow indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located. Refer to Filling the tank in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 15 (this represents the trip mode). Press the control again to select Trip A and Trip B features. Press and hold the RESET button for two seconds to reset. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 16: Entertainment Systems

    1. If the audio system is turned off, press VOL-PUSH to turn the radio on. Turn VOL-PUSH to adjust the volume. Note: The system may take a few moments to turn on. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 17 CD slot. LOADING CD and READING DISC will appear in the display. The first track on the disc will begin playing. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 18 Press and hold FF to manually advance in a CD/MP3 track. Press FOLDER to access the previous folder on MP3 discs, if available. Press FOLDER to access the next folder on MP3 discs, if available. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 19 15 seconds, the system will reload the disc. To auto eject up to 6 discs, press and hold until the system begins ejecting all loaded discs. If the discs are not removed, the system will reload the discs. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 20: Am/Fm Stereo With Cd

    Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. 2. MUTE/ : Press to mute the playing media. Press again to return to the playing media. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 21 (B) and front (F) speakers. SPEEDVOL (Speed sensitive volume, if equipped): Press MENU to reach the SPEEDVOL setting. Radio volume automatically gets louder with increasing vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise. to adjust. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 22 Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. 5. SEEKIn radio mode, press to access the previous/next strong station. In CD mode, press access the previous/next CD track. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 23 MP3 discs, if available. FOLDER: In folder mode, press FOLDER to access the previous folder on MP3 discs, if available. 10. FF (Fast forward): Press FF to manually advance in a CD/MP3 track. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 24 Press again to stop. Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. 14. AM/FM: Press to select AM/FM1/FM2 frequency band. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 25: Am/Fm Stereo With In-Dash Six Cd

    (CD eject): Press to eject a CD/MP3. 18. CD slot: Insert a CD/MP3 label side up into the CD slot. Premium/Audiophile AM/FM in-dash six CD/MP3 satellite compatible sound system (if equipped) 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 26 You may also select CATEGORY ALL to seek all available SIRIUS categories and channels. Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 27 TREB (Treble): Press MENU to reach the treble setting. Use to adjust. BAL (Balance): Press MENU to reach the balance setting. Use to adjust the audio between the left (L) and right (R) speakers. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 28 For location and further information on auxiliary audio mode, refer to Auxiliary input jack later in this chapter. Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 29 8. FOLDER : In folder mode, press FOLDER to access next folder on MP3 discs, if available. FOLDER: In folder mode, press FOLDER to access the previous folder on MP3 discs, if available. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 30 MODE, press SCAN to hear a brief sampling of the channels in the selected category. Press again to stop. Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 31 To auto eject up to 6 CDs, press and hold until the system begins ejecting all loaded discs. If the discs are not removed, the system will reload the discs. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 32: Auxiliary Input Jack

    5. Turn the portable music player on and adjust the volume to 1/2 the volume. 6. Press AUX on the vehicle radio repeatedly until LINE IN appears in the display. You should hear audio from your portable music player although it may be low. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 33 FM: 87.7, 87.9–107.7, 107.9 MHz Radio reception factors: There are three factors that can affect radio reception: • Distance/strength: The further you travel from an FM station, the weaker the signal and the weaker the reception. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 34 Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players. Dirty, warped or damaged CDs, 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 35: Satellite Radio Information

    United States, www.sirius-canada.ca in Canada, or call SIRIUS at 1–888–539–7474. Satellite radio reception factors: To receive the satellite signal, your vehicle has been equipped with a satellite radio antenna located on the 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 36 Note: SIRIUS reserves the unrestricted right to change, rearrange, add or delete programming including canceling, moving or adding particular channels, and its prices, at any time, with or without notice to you. Ford Motor Company shall not be responsible for any such programming changes.
  • Page 37 1–888–539–7474 to channel. subscribe to the channel or tune to another channel. NO TEXT Artist information not Artist information not available. available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 38 1–888–539–7474 to SIRIUS Satellite re-activate or resolve Radio. subscription issues. Navigation system (if equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped with a Navigation System. Refer to the Navigation supplement for further information. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 39: 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. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 40 1. Select 2. Select A/C. 3. Set the temperature control to full heat. 4. Set the fan speed to the highest setting. 5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 41: Automatic Temperature Control

    Rear defroster: Press to defrost the rear window. Refer to Rear window defroster in this section for more information. If your vehicle is equipped with both rear defroster and heated mirrors, the same button will activate both. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 42 14. EXT: Press to display outside temperature. Press again to display cabin temperature settings. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 43 Passenger heated seat control: Press to heat the passenger seat. Press once to activate high heat (two indicator lights). Press again to activate low heat (one indicator light). Press again to deactivate the 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 44 16. EXT: Press to display outside temperature. Press again to display cabin temperature settings. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 45 (recirculated air). Use recirculated air with A/C to provide colder airflow. • Set highest fan speed initially, then adjust to maintain comfort. • To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather: 1. Select 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 46: Rear Window Defroster

    This may cause damage to the heated grid lines and will not be covered by your warranty. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 47: 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. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 48 The Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) system does not activate the tail lamps and generally may not provide adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 49 The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant. If your vehicle has been in an accident the alignment of your headlamps should be checked by your authorized dealer. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 50 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. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 51: Turn Signal Control

    This condensation is normal and will clear within 45 minutes of headlamp operation. Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 52 *To replace these lamps - see your authorized dealer. Replacing headlamp bulbs Highbeam bulb replacement 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in the OFF position, then open the hood. 2. Reach over the front bolster. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 53 9. Tuck the 2 lead wires into the lamp housing to assure that they are not pinched when installing the protective rubber cap. 10. Install the protective cap/grill to the housing circular ring by pushing and pressing it forward. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 54 (Passenger side only with ABS). 5. From the exterior wheel well area reach arm through splash shield opening to access bulb socket (Passenger side only with ABS). 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 55 14. Install the new bulb socket into the lamp assembly by aligning the indexing fingers, then rotate clockwise to locked position. 15. Install the protective cap/grill to the housing circular ring by pushing and pressing it forward. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 56 3. Remove the vertical shield from the bolster by disengaging the S-shaped clip and rotate it up in a clockwise direction. (Driver’s side only) 4. Remove the AirTube from the air filter assembly. (Driver’s side only). 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 57 14. Reinstall the AirTube to the air filter assembly. (Driver’s side only). 15. Reinstall the vertical shield to the bolster. (Driver’s side only). 16. Reinstall the splash shield access panel with screw. (Passenger side only with ABS). 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 58 Trunk Side Panel when pulling it out from the Luggage Scuff Plate is at it’s bottom edge where that edge meets the exposed sheet metal of the trunk floor. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 59 5. Install the bulb socket into the lamp assembly by rotating it clockwise. 6. Carefully reposition the trim back to its original position and secure the retainers. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 60 After removing to allow free access to the front fog lamp bulb and electrical wire harness, the splash shield flap should be able to be repositioned. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 61 3. Rotate the harness/bulb assembly counterclockwise, to remove from the fog lamp. 4. Carefully disconnect the bulb from the harness assembly via the two snap clips. Install the new bulb in reverse order. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 62: Driver Controls

    (if equipped with Autolamp feature) The exterior lamps will turn on with the ignition on, headlamp control in the Autolamp position and the windshield wipers are turned on (for a fixed period of time). 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 63: Steering Wheel Adjustment

    Rotate the visor towards the side window and extend it rearward for additional sunlight coverage. Note: To stow the visor back into the headliner, visor must be retracted before moving it back towards the windshield. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 64 2. Secondary storage bin (on hinges inside utility compartment) 3. Utility compartment with power point and coin holder inside Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure you in a collision. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 65 Do not use the power point for operating the cigarette lighter element (if equipped). To prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use the power point(s) over the vehicle capacity of 12 VDC/180W. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 66: Power Windows

    Press and pull the window switches to open and close windows. • Push down (to the first detent) and hold the switch to open. • Pull up (to the first detent) and hold the switch to close. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 67 R (Reverse) to ensure a bright clear view when backing up. Do not block the sensor on the backside of the inside rear view mirror since this may impair proper mirror performance. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 68: Mirrors

    Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, slippery or unpaved. Setting speed control Note: The appearance of your vehicle’s speed control switches may vary according to your option package. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 69 Disengaging speed control To disengage the speed control: • Depress the brake pedal or clutch pedal (if equipped) Disengaging the speed control will not erase previous set speed. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 70 1 mph (1.6 km/h). • Depress the brake pedal until the desired vehicle speed is reached and press the SET control. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 71 • LINE IN (Auxiliary input jack) (if equipped) In Radio mode: • Press to access the next/previous preset station. In CD mode: • Press to listen to the next track on the disc. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 72: Moon Roof

    You can move the glass panel of the moon roof back to open or tilt up (from the closed position) to ventilate the vehicle. Do not let children play with the moon roof or leave children unattended in the vehicle. They may seriously hurt themselves. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 73 To vent: • To tilt the moon roof into the vent position (when the glass panel is closed), press and release the front portion of the control. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 74: Message Center

    INFO menu and SETUP menu. Info menu This control displays the following control displays: • Odometer • Trip Odometer A or B • Distance to Empty • Average Fuel Economy • Average Speed 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 75 • Rounding of the displayed values to the nearest 0.1 gallon (liter) 1. Drive the vehicle at least 5 miles (8 km) with the speed control system engaged to display a stabilized average. 2007 Milan (mln) 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). 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 77 (less than 3 mph [5 km/h]) until the CIRCLE SLOWLY TO CALIBRATE indicator changes to CALIBRATION COMPLETED. This will take up to three circles to complete calibration. 10. The compass is now calibrated. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 78 The sequence of the system check report is as follows: 1. DOORS CLOSED 2. ENGINE TEMPERATURE 3. OIL PRESSURE 4. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL 5. EXTERIOR LAMPS 6. FUEL LEVEL 7. DISTANCE TO EMPTY 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 79 • They will not disappear until a condition is changed. • They will reappear on the display ten minutes from the reset. • They will not reappear until an ignition LOCK/OFF-RUN cycle has been completed. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 80 CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM. Displayed when the brake system needs servicing. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 81 Entry System. For more information on Integrated Key, refer to Locks and Security chapter in this manual. INTERIOR TRUNK CONTROL Press the remote trunk release control on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 82: Locks And Security

    It is recommended that you maintain the label in a safe place for future reference, such as the inside front cover of this Owner’s Guide. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 83 Likewise, when rotating the IKT to the 1 (LOCK) position in the ignition lock cylinder, the bottom edge of the IKT adjacent to the control can be utilized. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 84: Locks

    • Turning the key in the ignition to the 3 (RUN) position. Note: This feature is configured off by default. This feature can be turned on or off using the following procedure: 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 85 The autounlock feature will unlock all the doors when: • the ignition is in the 3 (RUN) position, all the doors are closed, and the vehicle has been in motion at a speed greater than 12 mph (20 km/h); 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 86 (one short and one long chirp) if autolock was activated. 7. Turn the ignition to the 1 (LOCK) position. The horn will chirp once to confirm the procedure is complete. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 87 (one short and one long chirp) if autounlock was activated. 7. Turn the ignition to the 1 (LOCK) position. The horn will chirp once to confirm the procedure is complete. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 88 Adults are advised to familiarize themselves with the operation and location of the release handle. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 89 The Integrated Keyhead Transmitter (IKT) complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 90 ALL Integrated Keyhead Transmitters with you to the authorized dealer in order to aid in troubleshooting the problem. Unlocking the doors/two stage unlock 1. Press and release to unlock the driver’s door. Note: The interior lamps will illuminate. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 91 3 seconds to open the trunk. • Ensure that the trunk is closed and latched before driving your vehicle. Failure to properly latch the trunk may cause objects to fall out or block the driver’s rear view. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 92 To program a new Integrated Keyhead Transmitter yourself, refer to Programming spare keys in the SecuriLock passive anti-theft section of this chapter. Note: At least two IKTs are required to perform this procedure yourself. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 93 You must complete Steps 1–5 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated. If the procedure needs to be repeated, wait a minimum of 30 seconds before beginning again. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 94 1 (LOCK) position. • The battery saver will shut off the headlamps 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the 1 (LOCK) position. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 95: Anti-Theft System

    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 96 IKT to your vehicle. Note: A maximum of eight coded keys can be programmed to your vehicle; only four of these eight can be IKTs with remote entry functionality. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 97 (if the new key is an Integrated Keyhead Transmitter). The theft indicator light will illuminate for three seconds and then go out to indicate successful programming. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 98 • Press the driver or passenger interior door lock control while the door is open, then close the door. There is a 20 second countdown when any of the above actions occur before the vehicle becomes armed. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 99 • Any door, the hood or the trunk is opened without using the door key or the remote entry transmitter portion of your IKT. • The ignition is turned to the 3 (ON) position with an invalid SecuriLock key. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • 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. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 101 Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. Lift handle to move seat forward or backward. 2007 Milan (mln) 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. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 103 The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion. Move the switch in the direction of the arrows to raise or lower the front portion of the seat cushion. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 104 Climate controls chapter. REAR SEATS Split-folding rear seatbacks One or both rear seatbacks can be folded down to provide additional cargo space. To lower the seatback(s), pull the release handle(s) located inside the trunk. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 105 An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision. Make sure that the safety belt for the rear center passenger is properly routed over the rear seatback. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 106: Safety Restraints

    • Restraint system warning light and back-up tone. • The electrical wiring for the airbags, crash sensor(s), safety belt pretensioners, front safety belt usage sensors, driver seat position sensor, front passenger sensing system, and indicator lights. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 107 Front passenger sensing system For airbags to do their job they must inflate with great force, and this force can pose a potentially deadly risk to occupants that are very close 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 108 This helps increase the effectiveness of the safety belts. In frontal collisions, the safety belt pretensioners can be activated alone or, if the collision is of sufficient severity, together with the front airbags. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 109 Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. To reduce the risk of injury, make sure children sit where they can be properly restrained. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 110 2) Never swing the safety belt around your neck over the inside shoulder. 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. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 111 Failure to inspect and replace if necessary the Belt and Retractor assembly after an accident could increase the risk of injury in a collision. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 112 In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt. The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver safety belt. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 113 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 114 (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 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 115 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 116 (5 km/h) and 1-2 minutes have chime sounds for 6 seconds every elapsed since the ignition switch 30 seconds, repeating for has been turned to ON... approximately 5 minutes or until the safety belts are buckled. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 117 Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur in single-vehicle crashes, many when no other vehicles are around. “Belts wrinkle my Possibly, but a serious crash can do much more clothes” than wrinkle your clothes, particularly if you are unbelted. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 118 Both cannot be disable/enabled during the same key cycle. The driver and front passenger BeltMinder features can be deactivated/activated by performing the following procedure: Before following the procedure, make sure that: • The parking brake is set 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 119 4 times per second for 3 seconds, followed by 3 seconds with the light off, then followed by the safety belt warning light flashing 4 times per second for 3 seconds again. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 120: Airbags

    (SRS) is provided. Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 121 (including frame, bumper, front end body structure and tow hooks) may affect the performance of the airbag system, increasing the risk of injury. Do not modify the front end of the vehicle. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 122 Rather, it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation. Front airbags are designed to activate in frontal and near-frontal collisions, not rollover, side-impact, or rear-impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 123 • driver and passenger airbag modules (which include the inflators and airbags) • seat-mounted side airbags (if equipped). Refer to Seat-mounted side airbag system later in this chapter • safety belt pretensioners • one or more impact and safing sensors 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 124 • a front passenger takes his/her weight off of the seat for a period of time. For side airbag equipped vehicles, the front passenger sensing system will turn off the passenger seat side airbag if: 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 125 If this happens: • Turn the vehicle off and ask the person to place the seatback in the full upright position. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 126 For most objects that are in the front passenger seat, the passenger airbag will be disabled. Even though the passenger airbag is disabled, the pass airbag off lamp may or may not be illuminated according to the table below. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 127 (if equipped). 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. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • 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 section of this Owner’s Guide.
  • Page 129 See your authorized dealer. All occupants of the vehicle should always wear their safety belts even when an airbag SRS is provided. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 130 Rather, it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation. 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. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 131 If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS serviced at an authorized dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a collision. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 132 All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should always wear their safety belts even when an inflatable curtain is provided. To reduce the risk of injury, do not obstruct or place objects in the deployment zone of the inflatable curtain. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 133 The seat-mounted side airbag was designed to inflate between the door panel and occupant to further enhance the protection provided occupants in side impact collision. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 134 • The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned to the RUN position. • A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the problem and light are repaired. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 135: Child Restraints

    If the shoulder belt portion of a combination lap and shoulder belt can be positioned so it does not cross or rest in front of the child’s face or 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 136 To improve the fit of both the lap and shoulder belt on children who have outgrown child safety seats, Ford Motor Company recommends use of a belt-positioning booster. Booster seats position a child so that safety belts fit better. They lift the child up so that the lap belt rests low across the hips and the knees bend comfortably.
  • Page 137 Either type can be used at any seating position equipped with lap/shoulder belts if your child is over 40 lb. (18 kg). 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 138 Never put the shoulder belt under a child’s arm or behind the back because it eliminates the protection for the upper part of the body and may increase the risk of injury or death in a collision. 2007 Milan (mln) 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 Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible. 1. Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 141 Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 142 (you should not be able to pull more belt out). If the retractor is not locked, unbuckle the belt and repeat Steps 2 through 9. Check to make sure the child seat is properly secured before each use. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 143 For vehicles with adjustable head restraints, route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the head restraint posts, otherwise route the tether strap over the top of the seatback. 3. Locate the correct anchor for the selected seating position. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 144 This type of child seat eliminates the need to use safety belts to attach the child seat. For forward-facing child seats, the tether strap must also be attached to the proper tether anchor. See Attaching safety seats with tether straps in this chapter. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 145 If you install a child seat with rigid LATCH attachments, do not tighten the tether strap enough to lift the child seat off the vehicle seat cushion when the child is seated in it. Keep the tether strap just snug without 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 146 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. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 147: 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 148 • 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]. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 149 At least once a month and before long trips, inspect each tire and check the tire pressure with a tire gauge (including spare, if equipped). Inflate all tires to the inflation pressure recommended by Ford Motor Company. Use a tire gauge to check the tire inflation pressure, including the spare (if equipped), at least monthly and before long trips.
  • Page 150 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 151 For your safety, tires that are damaged or show signs of excessive wear should not be used because they are more likely to blow out or fail. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 152 U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN) Both U.S. and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires. This 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 153 Certification Label or the Tire Label which is located on the B-Pillar or edge of the driver’s door. If this information is not found on these labels then you should consult your Ford Dealer. 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 154 4. Use both eye and ear protection. For a mounting pressure more than 20 psi greater than the maximum pressure, a Ford Dealer or other tire service professional should do the mounting. Always inflate steel carcass tires with a remote air fill with the person inflating standing at a minimum of 12 ft.
  • Page 155 Unless otherwise specified, rotate the tires approximately every 5,000 miles (8,000 km). 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 156 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. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 157 These speed ratings may need to be adjusted for the difference in conditions. The ratings range from 81 mph (130 km/h) to 186 mph (299 km/h). These ratings are listed in the following chart. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 158 Refer to the Safety Compliance Certification Label, which is located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door, for the correct tire pressure for your vehicle. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 159 The cold inflation pressure should never be set lower than the recommended pressure on the vehicle label. The tire suppliers may have additional markings, notes or warnings such as standard load, radial tubeless, etc. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 160 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. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 161 Refer to the payload description and graphic in the 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. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 162: Vehicle Loading

    It does not include passengers, cargo, or optional equipment. Vehicle Curb Weight – is the weight of your new vehicle when you picked it up from your authorized dealer plus any aftermarket equipment. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 163 Overloading or improperly loading your vehicle can contribute to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 164 Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehicle curb weight and all payload. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 165 Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and/or structural damage, serious damage to the vehicle, loss of control and personal injury. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 166 In metric units, the calculation would be: 635 kg — (5 x 99 kg) — (5 x 13.5 kg) = 635 — 495 — 67.5 = 72.5 kg. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 167: Trailer Towing

    Do not tow your Front Wheel Drive vehicle with the front drive wheels on the ground as transaxle damage may occur. It is recommended to tow your vehicle with the front drive wheels on a dolly or use a car-hauling trailer. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 168 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. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 169: 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. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 170 Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 2. Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off. If starting a vehicle with an automatic transmission: • Make sure the parking brake is set. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 171 3. Turn the key to 3 (RUN) without turning the key to 4 (START). Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. See Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information regarding the warning lights. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 172: Brakes

    To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged (cheater) adapters. BRAKES Occasional brake noise is normal. If a metal-to-metal, continuous grinding or continuous squeal sound is present, the brake linings may be worn-out 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 173 The ABS will be activated immediately, allowing you to retain full steering control during hard braking and on slippery surfaces. However, the ABS does not decrease stopping distance and does not decrease the time necessary to apply the brakes. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 174: Traction Control

    “rev-up” when you push further on the accelerator. This is normal system behavior and should be no reason for concern. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 175 • Heavy or uneven steering efforts may be caused by low power steering pump fluid level. Check for low power steering pump fluid level before seeking service by your authorized dealer. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 176: Transmission Operation

    P (Park) when the ignition is in the RUN position unless brake pedal is depressed. If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P (Park) with ignition in the RUN position and the brake pedal depressed: 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 177 If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly. See your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 178 R (Reverse) With the gearshift lever in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move backward. Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R (Reverse). 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 179 This position locks the transaxle and prevents the front wheels from turning. To put your vehicle in gear: • Depress the brake pedal • Move the gearshift lever into the desired gear 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 180 Do not rock the vehicle for more than a minute or damage to the transmission and tires may occur, or the engine may overheat. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 181 Upshift according to the following chart: Recommended upshifts (for best fuel economy) when accelerating 5-speed manual transaxle Shift from: 1 - 2 14 mph (23 km/h) 2 - 3 24 mph (39 km/h) 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 182 The AWD system is active all the time and requires no input from the operator. All components of the AWD system are sealed for life and require no maintenance. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 183 • It often may be less risky to strike small objects, such as highway reflectors, with minor damage to your vehicle rather than attempt a 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 184 Avoid abrupt steering, acceleration or braking which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and/or personal injury. Use all available road surface to return the vehicle to a safe direction of travel. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 185 Be cautious of sudden changes in vehicle speed or direction when you are driving in mud. Even AWD vehicles can lose traction in slick mud. As 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 186 Ford Motor Company joins the U.S. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management in encouraging you to help preserve our national forest and other public and private lands by “treading lightly.”...
  • Page 187 The suspension and steering systems on your vehicle have been designed and tested to provide predictable performance whether loaded or empty and durable load carrying capability. For this reason, Ford Motor Company strongly recommends that you do not make modifications such...
  • 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: 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 190: Hazard Flasher 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 191: Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch

    If electrical components in the vehicle are not working, a fuse may have blown. Blown fuses are identified by a broken wire within the fuse. Check the appropriate fuses before replacing any electrical components. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 192: Standard Fuse Amperage Rating And Color

    The fuse panel is located below and to the left of the steering wheel by the brake pedal. Remove the panel cover to access the fuses. To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel cover. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 193 Battery saver: Interior lamps, Puddle lamps, Trunk lamp, Power windows Parklamps, Side markers, License plate lamps — Not used — Not used — Not used Rear window defroster Heated mirrors Starter coil, PCM High beams 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 194 7.5A 7.5A PATS Transceiver, Brake shift interlock solenoid, Brake pedal switch 7.5A Cluster, Climate control head units ABS/Traction Control, Heated seats, Compass 30A Circuit Power windows, Delayed Breaker accessory (SJB fuse12) 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 195: Power Distribution Box

    Fuse Amp Power Distribution Box Location Rating Description 60A*** SJB power feed (fuses 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, C/B) 40A** Powertrain power — Not used 40A** Blower motor — Not used 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 196 Not used — Not used 60A*** Engine cooling fan 30A** Fuel pump relay feed — Not used 30A** Driver power seat 20A** Moonroof — Not used — Not used 40A** ABS Pump 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 197 Full ISO Relay Blower motor Full ISO Relay PCM High Current PETA Pump (PZEV engine only) Relay — Not used Diode Fuel pump Diode Not used Circuit Spare Breaker *Mini fuses **A1 fuses ***A3 fuses 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 198: Changing Tires

    Ford. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged, it should be replaced rather than repaired.
  • Page 199 • Comfort and noise • Ground clearance and parking at curbs • Winter weather driving capability • Wet weather driving capability • All-Wheel driving capability (if applicable) • Load leveling adjustment (if applicable) 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 200 1. Park on a level surface. 2. Activate the hazard flashers. 3. Place the gearshift lever in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or R (Reverse) (manual transmission). 4. Set the parking brake. 5. Turn off the ignition. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 201: Tire Change Procedure

    Note: Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked. 1. Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire. For example, if the left front tire is flat, block the right rear wheel. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 202 If you are using the temporary tire, the lug nut washers will not appear to be flush with the rim. This is normal only when using the temporary spare tire. 6. Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 203: Lug Nut Torque

    Bolt size Wheel lug nut torque* lb. ft. N•m M12 x 1.5 * Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 204: Jump Starting

    4. Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion before you attach the battery cables. Ensure that vent caps are tight and level. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 205 Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the assisting battery. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 206 Jump starting 1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine at moderately increased speed. 2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 207 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. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 208 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the disabled vehicle’s battery. After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 209: 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 towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicle damage may occur.
  • Page 210: Customer Assistance

    Relationship Center at 1-800-521-4140. 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 211 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 212 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 BBB...
  • Page 213 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 214 (CANADA ONLY) For vehicles delivered to authorized Canadian dealers. In those cases where you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford of Canada and the authorized dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concern have been unsatisfactory, Ford of Canada participates in an impartial third party mediation/arbitration program administered by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP).
  • Page 215 Customer Assistance If you did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at the time of purchasing your vehicle, you may still be eligible. Since this information is subject to change, please ask your authorized dealer for complete details about Ford Extended Service Plan coverage options, or visit the Ford ESP website at www.ford-esp.com.
  • Page 216: Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. Only)

    However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Ford Motor Company. 2007 Milan (mln)
  • Page 217: Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)

    REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (CANADA ONLY) If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform Transport Canada, using their toll-free number: 1–800–333–0510. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 218: Cleaning

    • Never use abrasive materials such as steel wool or plastic pads as they can scratch the chrome surface. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 219 • Do not use hydrofluoric acid-based or high caustic-based wheel cleaners, steel wool, fuels or strong household detergent. • To remove tar and grease, use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42), available from your authorized dealer. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 220 • 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. • 2.3L I4 engine 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 221 These may include hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes, water repellant coatings, tree sap, or other organic contamination; these contaminants 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 222 The dull finish in this area helps protect the driver from undesirable windshield reflection. Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the steering wheel or instrument panel to avoid contamination of the airbag system. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 223 Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the seat-mounted side airbag (if equipped). Such products could contaminate the side airbag system and affect performance of the side airbag in a collision. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 224 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 quality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs;...
  • Page 225 Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover (U.S. only) (ZC-14) 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 Wheel and Tire Cleaner (ZC-37–A) 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 226: Maintenance And Specifications

    1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park). 2. Block the wheels. • Manual transmission: 1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in N (Neutral). 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 227 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the front center of the hood. 3. Lift the hood and support it with the prop rod. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 228: Engine Compartment

    4. Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir 5. Transmission fluid dipstick (if equipped) 6. Battery 7. Power distribution box 8. Air filter assembly 9. Coolant bleed valve 10. Power steering fluid reservoir 11. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 229 4. Transmission Fluid Dipstick 5. Battery 6. Power distribution box 7. Air filter assembly 8. Coolant bleed valve 9. Engine oil dipstick 10. Engine oil filler cap 11. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 230 2. Attach the new wiper to the wiper arm and press it into place until a click is heard. Replace wiper blades at least once per year for optimum performance. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 231: Engine Oil

    P (Park) (automatic transmissions) or 1 (First) (manual transmissions). 4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. 5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator (dipstick). • 2.3L I4 engine 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 232 V on the engine when reinserting it. • 2.3L I4 engine • 3.0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine •If the oil level is within this range, the oil level is acceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 233 • 2.3L I4 engine • 3.0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine • If required, add engine oil to the engine. Refer to Adding engine oil in this chapter. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 234 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). 4. Install the indicator and ensure it is fully seated. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 235 The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if the O-rings are not replaced. Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oil filters are designed for added engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter is used...
  • Page 236: Battery

    Maintenance and Specifications that does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-up engine noises or knock may be experienced. It is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter (or another brand meeting Ford specifications) for your engine application.
  • Page 237 If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed, the clock and the preset radio stations must be reset once the battery is reconnected. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 238: Engine Coolant

    50–50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following: • 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. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 239 If sprayed on the windshield, engine coolant could make it difficult to see through the windshield. • Add Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSS-M97B51-A1. Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter. 2007 Milan (mln)
  • Page 240 Refer to the Cooling section of the Workshop Manual. • Do not add/mix an orange-colored, extended life coolant such as Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine Coolant, meeting Ford specification WSS-M97B44-D, with the factory-filled coolant. Mixing Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine Coolant or any orange-colored extended life product with your factory filled coolant can result in degraded corrosion protection.
  • Page 241 If you have to add more than 1.0 quart (1.0 liter) of engine coolant per month, have your authorized dealer check the engine cooling system. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 242 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 243 Once the engine temperature cools, the engine can be re-started. Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer as soon as possible to minimize engine damage. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 244: Fuel Information

    If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap, excessive vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel cap to disengage in a collision, which may result in possible personal injury. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 245 If fuel is splashed on the skin, promptly wash skin thoroughly with soap and water. Consult a physician immediately if you experience an adverse reaction. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 246 • DO NOT use a device that would hold the fuel pump handle in the fill position. Fuel Filler Cap Your fuel tank filler cap has an indexed design with a 1/4 turn on/off feature. When fueling your vehicle: 1. Turn the engine off. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 247 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 248 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 249 For consistent results when filling the fuel tank: • Turn the engine/ignition switch to the off position prior to refueling, an error in the reading will result if the engine is left running. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 250 Habits • Smooth, moderate operation can yield up to 10% savings in fuel. • Steady speeds without stopping will usually give the best fuel economy. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 251 • Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy. • Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first 8–10 miles (12–16 km) of driving. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 252 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 253 After three driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions present, the indicator should stay off 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 254 Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting the engine. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle. The engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature. Once started, 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 255 POWER STEERING FLUID Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the service interval schedules. If adding fluid is necessary, use only MERCON ATF. • 2.3L I4 Engine • 3.0L V6 Engine 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 256 Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed. To obtain an accurate fluid check, drive the vehicle until it is warmed up (approximately 20 miles [30 km]). If your vehicle has been 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 257 149°F (65°C) on a level surface. The normal operating temperature can be reached after approximately 20 miles (30 km) of driving. The transmission fluid should be in between the notches if at normal operating temperature 149°F (65°C). 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 258 However, the fluid level should be checked if the transaxle is not working properly, i.e., if the transaxle slips or shifts slowly or if you notice some sign of fluid leakage. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 259 If a fluid check is necessary at a low fluid temperature (59°F-77°F [15°C-25°C]), perform the check using the cold range on the dipstick. However, the fluid must be re-checked at the proper fluid temperature. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 260 Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments or cleaning agents. The use of these materials may affect transmission operation and result in damage to internal transaxle components. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 261: Air Filter(S)

    3/8 inch (10mm) of the bottom of the filler hole with the vehicle on a level surface. 8. Install and tighten the fill plug securely. Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section in this chapter. AIR FILTER Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the air filter element.
  • Page 262 • 3.0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine 1. Release the clamps that secure the air filter housing cover. 2. Carefully separate the two halves of the air filter housing. • 2.3L I4 engine 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 263: Part Numbers

    The PCV valve is a critical emission component. It is one of the items listed in scheduled maintenance information and is essential to the life and performance of your vehicle and to its emissions system. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 264 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 265: Maintenance Product Specifications And Capacities

    Maintenance and Specifications 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 266 Maintenance and Specifications 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 267 Maintenance and Specifications 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 268: Engine Data

    Coil on plug Coil on plug Spark plug gap 0.049–0.053 inch 0.052–0.056 inch (1.25–1.35 mm) (1.32–1.42 mm) Compression ratio 9.7:1 10.0:1 Engine drivebelt routing • 2.3L I4 Engine • 3.0L V6 Engine 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 269 Vehicle identification number (VIN) The vehicle identification number is located on the driver side instrument panel. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Please note that in the graphic, XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 270 Safety Compliance Certification Label. The following table tells you which transmission or transaxle each code represents. Description Code 5–Speed Manual Transaxle A Mazda G5M 5–Speed Automatic Transaxle Mazda FNR5 6–Speed Automatic Transaxle Aisin F21 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 271: Accessories

    GENUINE MERCURY ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Genuine Mercury Accessories are available for your vehicle through your local Mercury or Ford of Canada dealer. These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle.
  • Page 272 • 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. 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 273: Index

    ....135 fluid, checking ....258, 261 fluid, refill capacities ....265 Child safety seats ......139 fluid, specification ....265 attaching with tether straps ..143 in front seat ......140 in rear seat ......140 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 274 (see Speed control) ....68 lubrication specifications ..265 Cupholder(s) ......106 refill capacities ......265 service points ....228–229 Customer Assistance ....189 starting after a collision ..191 Ford Extended Service Plan ..........214 Engine block heater ....172 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 275 ....248 safety information relating Instrument panel ......65 to automotive fuels ....244 cleaning ........222 cluster ........10 Fuel pump shut-off switch ..191 lighting up panel and Fuses ........191–192 interior ........49 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 276 ........85 Power distribution box childproof ........88 (see Fuses) .......195 doors ..........84 Power door locks ......84 Lubricant specifications ...265 Power mirrors ......68 Lug nuts ........203 Power point .........65 Lumbar support, seats .....101 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 277 Occupant Classification Tilt steering wheel ......63 Sensor ........107 Tires ......147–148, 198 safety belt maintenance ..114 alignment ........155 warning light and chime ..115 care ..........151 Safety seats for children ..139 changing ......198, 200 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 278 Windshield washer fluid and (manual) .........261 wipers ..........62 checking and adding fluid ..230 Transmission ......176 replacing wiper blades ...230 brake-shift interlock (BSI) ..176 fluid, refill capacities ....265 Wrecker towing ......209 2007 Milan (mln) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

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