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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    All rights reserved. Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation.

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction The following warning may be required by California law: CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
  • Page 4 Introduction WARNINGS Warnings provide information which may reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possible damage to others, your vehicle and its equipment. BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE There are no particular guidelines for breaking-in your vehicle. During the first 1 600 km (1 000 miles) of driving, vary speeds frequently. This is recommended to give the moving parts a chance to break in.

  • Page 5: Vehicle Symbol Glossary

    Introduction These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Child Seat Installation Child Seat Tether Warning Anchorage Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Brake Fluid - Traction Control...
  • Page 6 Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Interior Luggage Child Safety Door Compartment Release Lock/Unlock Symbol Panic Alarm Engine Oil Engine Coolant Engine Coolant Temperature Do Not Open When Hot Battery Avoid Smoking, Flames, Battery Acid or Sparks Explosive Gas Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Power Steering Fluid Level Emission System...

  • Page 7: Instrumentation

    Instrumentation Instrument cluster Foglamp control * (pg. 8) (pg. 45) Headlamp/turn signal control (pg. 44) THEFT RPMx1000 0 0 0 1 1 3 FUEL FILL FUEL MIRROR Power side view mirrors* (pg. 18) Speed control* (pg. 46) Driver air bag (pg.
  • Page 8 Instrumentation Passenger air bag (pg. 80) Windshield wiper/washer control (pg. 51) TAPE SEEK TRACK SCAN TUNE BASS TREB DISCS PREMIUM SOUND DOLBY B NR PUSH ON FADE SIDE 1-2 COMP SHUF R.DEF Audio system (pg. 19) Climate controls (pg. 38) *if equipped...

  • Page 9: Warning Lights And Chimes

    Instrumentation WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Base instrument cluster 60 70 0 0 0 0 0 FUEL FILL 0 0 0 SERVICE CHECK ENGINE – km/h FUEL SOON FUEL THEFT BRAKE ZX2 coupe instrument cluster THEFT RPMx1000 0 0 0 0 0 FUEL FILL km/h...
  • Page 10 Instrumentation Service engine soon Your vehicle is equipped with a SERVICE computer that monitors the engine’s ENGINE emission control system. This SOON system is commonly known as the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD II). The OBD II system protects the environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet government emission standards.
  • Page 11 Instrumentation Light is blinking: Engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. You should drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity. 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.
  • Page 12 Instrumentation Anti-lock brake system (ABS) (If equipped) Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position to ensure the circuit is functional. If the light does not illuminate momentarily at start up, remains on or continues to flash, the ABS needs to be serviced. With the ABS light on, the anti-lock brake system is disabled and normal braking is still effective unless the brake warning light also remains illuminated with the parking brake released.
  • Page 13 Instrumentation Engine oil pressure Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position and the engine is off. Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and switch off the engine immediately. Check the oil level and add oil if needed.

  • Page 14: Headlamps On Warning Chime

    Instrumentation Key-in-ignition warning chime Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACC position and the driver’s door is opened. Headlamps on warning chime Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off (and the key is not in the ignition) and the driver’s door is opened.
  • Page 15 Instrumentation Fuel gauge Displays approximately how much fuel is in the fuel tank (when the key is in the ON position). The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or after refueling. The ignition should be in the OFF position while the vehicle is FUEL being refueled.
  • Page 16 Instrumentation Speedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed. 0 0 0 0 0 km/h 0 0 0 Odometer Registers the total kilometers (miles) of the vehicle. 0 0 0 0 0 0 km/h 0 0 0...
  • Page 17 Instrumentation Trip odometer Registers the kilometers (miles) of individual journeys. To reset, depress the control. 0 0 0 0 0 0 km/h 0 0 0 0 Tachometer (if equipped) Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute. THEFT Driving with your tachometer pointer in the red zone may damage RPMx1000 the engine.

  • Page 18: Controls And Features

    Controls and features PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel during headlamp and parklamp operation. Coupe • Rotate up to brighten. • Rotate down to dim. Sedan • Rotate left to brighten • Rotate right to dim The dome lamp will not illuminate if the control switch is in the OFF position.

  • Page 19: Controls And Features

    Controls and features POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS (IF EQUIPPED) The ignition must be in ACC or ON position to adjust the power side view mirrors. To adjust your mirrors: 1. Select L to adjust the left mirror or R to adjust the right mirror. MIRRORS 2.

  • Page 20: Using Your Audio System

    Controls and features USING YOUR AUDIO SYSTEM AM/FM Stereo/Cassette TAPE SEEK SCAN BASS TREB TUNE DOLBY B NR PUSH ON FADE SIDE 1-2 R.DEF Volume/power control Press the control to turn the audio system on or off. PUSH ON Turn control to raise or lower volume.
  • Page 21 Controls and features If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a “nominal” listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on. If you wish to maintain your preset volume level, turn the audio system off with the power control before switching off the ignition.
  • Page 22 Controls and features Tune adjust in radio mode • Press the to move to the next frequency down the band SEEK (whether or not a listenable station is located there). Hold to move through the TUNE frequencies quickly. • Press the to move to the next frequency up the band (whether or not a listenable station is...
  • Page 23 Controls and features Scan function in radio mode Press the SCAN control to hear a brief sampling of all listenable stations on the frequency band. Press the control again to stop the scan mode. Scan function in tape mode Press the SCAN control to hear a short sampling of all selections on the tape.
  • Page 24 Controls and features Speaker balance/fade adjust • Speaker sound distribution can be BASS TREB adjusted between the right and left speakers. • Press the BAL control. Toggle – between the + and — control to adjust the speaker sound. • Speaker sound can be adjusted FADE between the front and rear speakers.
  • Page 25 Controls and features Fast forward The fast forward control works in tape mode. • In the tape mode, tape direction will automatically reverse when the end of the tape is reached. Tape side select Press this control to play the alternate side of a tape.

  • Page 26: Setting The Clock

    Controls and features Setting the clock To set the hour, press the hour (h) control and press : • (+) to increase hour and • (−) to decrease hour To set the minute, press the minute (m) control and press: •...
  • Page 27 Controls and features Volume/power control Press the control to turn the audio system on or off. PUSH ON Turn control to raise or lower volume. PUSH ON If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a “nominal”...
  • Page 28 Controls and features AM/FM select in tape mode Press this control to stop tape play and begin radio play. AM/FM select in CD mode Press this control to stop CD play and begin radio play. You can switch from CD play to tape play by simply inserting a tape into the cassette deck.
  • Page 29 Controls and features Tune adjust for CD mode (if equipped) • Press the to select the SEEK previous disc in the CD changer. TRACK (Play will begin on the first track of the disc unless the CD changer TUNE is in shuffle mode. Refer to DISCS Shuffle feature for more information.
  • Page 30 Controls and features • Press to seek forward to the next track of the current disc. After the last track has been completed, the first track of the current disc will automatically replay. Scan function The scan function works in radio, SEEK tape or CD mode (if equipped).
  • Page 31 Controls and features 3. Press and hold a memory preset control until the sound returns, SIDE 1-2 COMP SHUF indicating the station is held in memory on the control you selected. Bass/treble adjust • The bass adjust control allows BASS TREB you to increase or decrease the audio system’s bass output.
  • Page 32 Controls and features Tape play select Insert a tape to begin tape play. Push only slightly when inserting a cassette tape (with the open edge to the right). A cassette deck loading mechanism pulls the tape in the rest of the way. Rewind The rewind control works in tape and CD modes (if equipped).
  • Page 33 Controls and features Eject function Press the control to stop and eject a tape. DOLBY B NR Dolby noise reduction Dolby noise reduction operates only in tape mode. Dolby noise reduction reduces the amount of hiss and static during tape playback. Press the control to activate (and deactivate) Dolby noise...
  • Page 34 Controls and features Shuffle feature The shuffle feature operates in CD mode (if equipped) and plays all tracks on the current disc in random order. If equipped with the CD SHUF changer, the shuffle feature continues to the next disc after all tracks are played.
  • Page 35 Controls and features CD changer (if equipped) The CD changer is located in the trunk of your vehicle. Slide the door to access the CD changer magazine. Press to eject the magazine. Make sure only one disc is inserted in each slot. Each disc must be inserted with the label surface upward.
  • Page 36 Controls and features The magazine does not need to be full for the changer to operate. Radio power must be turned on to play the CDs in the changer. The magazine may be stored in the glove box when not being used. The CD magazine may be inserted or ejected with the radio power off.
  • Page 37 Controls and features • A disc with format and dimensions not within industry standards is inserted. Cleaning compact discs Inspect all discs for contamination before playing. If necessary, clean discs only with an approved CD cleaner and wipe from the center out to the edge.
  • Page 38 Controls and features Radio frequency information The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission(CRTC) establish the frequencies AM and FM stations may use for their broadcasts. Allowable frequencies are: AM 530, 540–1600, 1610 kHz FM 87.7, 87.9–107.7, 107.9 MHz Not all frequencies are used in a given area.
  • Page 39 Controls and features CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM Heater only system (if equipped) Fan speed control Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle. Temperature control knob Controls the temperature of the airflow inside the vehicle. On heater-only systems, the air cannot be cooled below the outside temperature.
  • Page 40 Controls and features • -Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts. It can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield. Operating tips • In humid weather, place the climate control system in before driving. This will reduce fogging on your windshield. Once the windshield has been cleared, select any desired position.
  • Page 41 Controls and features Manual heating and air conditioning system (if equipped) Fan speed control Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle. Temperature control knob Controls the temperature of the airflow inside the vehicle. Mode selector control Controls the direction of the airflow to the inside of the vehicle.
  • Page 42 Controls and features • A/C-Uses outside air to cool the vehicle. It is quieter than MAX A/C but not as economical. Airflow will be from the instrument panel registers. • (Panel)-Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers. However, the air will not be cooled below the outside temperature because the air conditioning does not operate in this mode.
  • Page 43 Controls and features • To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle in cold weather conditions, don’t drive with the climate control system in the OFF or MAX A/C position. • To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle in warm weather conditions, don’t drive with the climate control system in the OFF position.
  • Page 44 Controls and features To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather conditions: 1. Select 2. Set the temperature control to full heat 3. Set the fan speed to HI 4. Direct the outer panel vents towards to side windows To increase airflow to the outer panel vents, close the central panel vents.
  • Page 45 Controls and features POSITIONS OF THE IGNITION 1. LOCK, locks the steering wheel, gearshift lever (automatic transaxle only) and allows key removal. On vehicles with a manual transaxle push the key in while turning to lock. 2. ACCESSORY, allows the electrical accessories such as the radio to operate while the engine is not running.
  • Page 46 Controls and features High beams • Push forward to activate. • Pull toward you to deactivate. Flash to pass Pull toward you to activate and release to deactivate. Foglamp control (if equipped) Rotate forward to activate.
  • Page 47 Controls and features TURN SIGNAL CONTROL • Push down to activate the left turn signal. • Push up to activate the right turn signal. SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) To turn speed control on • Press ON. Vehicle speed cannot be controlled until the vehicle is traveling at or above 48 km/h (30 mph).
  • Page 48 Controls and features To set a speed • Press SET ACC. For speed control to operate, the speed control must be ON and the vehicle speed must be greater than 48 km/h (30 mph). If you drive up or down a steep hill, your vehicle speed may vary momentarily slower or faster than the set speed.
  • Page 49 Controls and features To set a higher set speed • Press and hold SET ACC. Release the control when the desired vehicle speed is reached or • Press and release SET ACC to operate the Tap-Up function. Each press will increase the set speed by 1.6 km/h (1 mph) or •...
  • Page 50 Controls and features • Depress the brake pedal. When the desired vehicle speed is reached, press SET ACC. To disengage speed control • Depress the brake pedal or • Depress the clutch pedal (if equipped). Disengaging the speed control will not erase the previously programmed set speed.
  • Page 51 Controls and features Pressing OFF will erase the previously programmed set speed. To return to a previously set speed • Press RSM. For RSM to operate, the vehicle speed must be faster than 48 km/h (30 mph). TILT STEERING (IF EQUIPPED) Pull the tilt steering control down to move the steering wheel up or down.
  • Page 52 Controls and features Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving. HAZARD FLASHER For information on the hazard flasher control, refer to Hazard flasher in the Roadside emergencies chapter. WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER • For intermittent wiping, move the control down one position and rotate the wiper switch to the desired position.
  • Page 53 Controls and features • To spray the washer fluid, pull the wiper control toward you. MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED) • Press and hold OPEN to raise the moon roof to the vent position. • Press OPEN again to fully open OPEN the moon roof.
  • Page 54 Controls and features INTERIOR LAMPS Dome lamp and map lamps (if equipped) The dome lamp is located overhead between the driver and passenger seats. The dome lamp will stay on if the control is moved to the ON position. When the control is moved to the DOOR position, the lamp will only come on if a door is opened.
  • Page 55 Controls and features POWER DOOR LOCKS (IF EQUIPPED) Press U to unlock all doors and L to lock all doors. CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS When these locks are set, the rear doors cannot be opened from the inside. The rear doors can be opened from the outside when the doors are unlocked.
  • Page 56 Controls and features POWER WINDOWS (IF EQUIPPED) Press and hold the rocker switches to open and close windows. • Press the top portion of the rocker switch to close. • Press the bottom portion of the rocker switch to open. Express down To make the driver window open fully without holding the window...
  • Page 57 Controls and features POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT Position the floor mat so that the eyelet is over the pointed end of the retention post and rotate forward to lock in. Make sure that the mat does not interfere with the operation of the accelerator or the brake pedal.
  • Page 58 Controls and features Keep vehicle doors and luggage compartment locked and keep keys out of a child’s reach. Unsupervised children could lock themselves in an open trunk and risk injury. Children should be taught not to play in vehicles. On hot days, the temperature in the trunk or vehicle interior can rise very quickly.
  • Page 59 Controls and features The driver’s door only entry system allows you to: • lock the driver’s door • unlock the driver’s door only without a key. • activate the panic alarm. • open the trunk The remote entry features only operate with the ignition in the LOCK position.
  • Page 60 Controls and features Locking the doors Press this control to lock all doors. On vehicles equipped with the driver’s door only remote entry system, only the driver’s door will lock. To confirm doors are closed and locked, press the lock control a second time within three seconds.
  • Page 61 Controls and features Sounding a panic alarm Press this control to activate the alarm. To deactivate the alarm, press the control again or turn the ignition to ACC or ON. Replacing the battery The remote transmitter is powered by one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent.
  • Page 62 Controls and features Replacing lost transmitters If a remote transmitter has been lost and you would like to remove it from the vehicle’s memory, or you would like to purchase additional remote transmitters and have them programmed to your vehicle: •...
  • Page 63 Controls and features Illuminated entry Interior lamps will illuminate when UNLOCK or PANIC control is pressed. The lamps will illuminate for approximately 20 seconds or until the key is inserted in the ignition and turned to ON or until LOCK control is pressed.
  • Page 64 Controls and features Identifying an armed system While the system is arming, the THEFT light in the instrument cluster will illuminate for 30 seconds. After 30 seconds, THEFT will flash, indicating the system is armed. If the system is arming with the doors open, the THEFT light will stay illuminated until all the doors are closed and then illuminate for 30 seconds and begin flashing.
  • Page 65 Controls and features Pressing the trunk control will prevent the alarm from sounding until the trunk is closed again. Using the ignition key to unlock doors/trunk will not disarm the anti-theft system. Disarming a triggered anti-theft system Press either the unlock or panic control to disarm the system.

  • Page 66: Seating And Safety Restraints

    Seating and safety restraints SEATING Adjustable head restraints (if equipped) Your vehicle’s seats may be equipped with head restraints which are vertically adjustable. The purpose of these head restraints is to help limit head motion in the event of a rear collision. To properly adjust your head restraints, lift the head restraint so that it is located directly behind your head or as close to that position as possible.

  • Page 67: Seating And Safety Restraints

    Seating and safety restraints Adjusting the front manual seat Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injuring people in a collision or sudden stop. Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips.
  • Page 68 Seating and safety restraints Driver seat memory recliner (if equipped) • Pull control to adjust seatback. • To retain selected seatback position, release seatback by moving memory recliner control forward to release seatback. • Push seatback rearward until the seatback latches. This will be the first position selected.
  • Page 69 Seating and safety restraints Folding rear seats (if equipped) Folding down the rear seats To fold the seatback down: • Press the latch control downward or pull up on strap and • Pull the seatback forward and down. Returning the seat to the upright position Check to see that the seat and seatback is latched securely in position.
  • Page 70 Seating and safety restraints SAFETY RESTRAINTS Safety restraints precautions 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. Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving.
  • Page 71 Seating and safety restraints Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair. 1) Use the shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only.
  • Page 72 Seating and safety restraints Vehicle sensitive mode The vehicle sensitive mode is the normal retractor mode, allowing free shoulder belt length adjustment to your movements and locking in response to vehicle movement. For example, if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply, or the vehicle receives an impact of approximately 8 km/h (5 mph) or more, the combination safety belts will lock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers.
  • Page 73 Seating and safety restraints • Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is extracted. • Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode.
  • Page 74 Seating and safety restraints Failure to replace the Belt and Retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions. Front safety belt height adjustment (if equipped) Your vehicle has safety belt height adjustments for the driver and front passenger. Adjust the height of the shoulder belt so the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder.
  • Page 75 Seating and safety restraints Lap belts (if equipped) Adjusting the lap belt The lap belt does not adjust automatically. The lap belt should fit snugly and as low as possible around the hips, not across the waist. Insert the tongue into the correct buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from).
  • Page 76 Seating and safety restraints Safety belt warning light and indicator chime The seat belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts. Conditions of operation If... Then... The driver’s safety belt is not The safety belt warning light buckled before the ignition switch illuminates 1-2 minutes and the...
  • Page 77 Seating and safety restraints The purpose of the Belt Minder is to remind occasional wearers to wear safety belts all of the time. The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts: (All statistics based on U.S. data) Reasons given...
  • Page 78 Seating and safety restraints Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt to avoid the Belt Minder chime. Sitting on the safety belt will increase the risk of injury in an accident. To disable (one-time) or deactivate the Belt Minder feature please follow the directions stated below.
  • Page 79 Seating and safety restraints 4. Turn on the parklamps/headlamps, turn off the parklamps/headlamps. 5. Buckle then unbuckle the safety belt three times, ending with the safety belt unbuckled. • After step 5 the safety belt warning light will be turned on for three seconds.
  • Page 80 Seating and safety restraints Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety belt assembly under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. Refer to Cleaning and maintaining the safety belts in the Maintenacne and Care section.
  • Page 81 Seating and safety restraints Important supplemental restraint system (SRS) precautions The supplemental restraint system is designed to work with the safety belt to help protect the driver and right front passenger from certain upper body injuries. Air bags DO NOT inflate slowly or gently and the risk of injury from a deploying air bag is greatest close to the trim covering the air bag...
  • Page 82 Seating and safety restraints Steps you can take to properly position yourself away from the air bag: • Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the pedals comfortably. • Recline the seat slightly (one or two degrees) from the upright position.
  • Page 83 Seating and safety restraints Children and air bags For additional important safety information, read all information on safety restraints in this guide. Children must always be properly restrained. Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position.
  • Page 84 Seating and safety restraints The air bags inflate and deflate rapidly upon activation. After air bag deployment, it is normal to notice a smoke-like, powdery residue or smell the burnt propellant. This may consist of cornstarch, talcum powder (to lubricate the bag) or sodium compounds (e.g., baking soda) that result from the combustion process that inflates the...
  • Page 85 Seating and safety restraints If the air bag has deployed, the air bag will not function again and must be replaced immediately. If the air bag is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision.
  • Page 86 Seating and safety restraints SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safety restraints for children. Also see Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) in this chapter for special instructions about using air bags.
  • Page 87 Seating and safety restraints Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or pets unattended in your vehicle. To improve the fit of lap and shoulder belts on children who have outgrown child safety seats, Ford recommends use of a belt-positioning booster seat that is labelled as conforming to all applicable Federal motor vehicle safety standards.
  • Page 88 Seating and safety restraints When installing a child safety seat: • Review and follow the information presented in the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) section in this chapter. • Use the correct safety belt buckle for that seating position (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from).
  • Page 89 Seating and safety restraints Installing child safety seats in combination lap and shoulder belt seating positions Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER place a rear-facing child seat in front of an active air bag. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the seat all the way back.
  • Page 90 Seating and safety restraints 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. 4. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from) for that seating position until...
  • Page 91 Seating and safety restraints 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. 8. Allow the safety belt to retract to remove any slack in the belt.
  • Page 92 Seating and safety restraints The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions (shown from top view): • Coupe • Sedan 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.
  • Page 93 Seating and safety restraints 4. Clip the tether strap to the anchor as shown. If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly, the child safety seat may not be retained properly in the event of a collision. 5. For further instructions to secure the child safety seat, refer to the Installing child safety seats in combination lap and shoulder belt seating positions section of this chapter.

  • Page 94: Starting

    Starting PREPARING TO START YOUR VEHICLE Engine starting is controlled by the powertrain control system. This system meets all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio noise. When starting a fuel-injected engine, avoid pressing the accelerator before or during starting.
  • Page 95 Starting 2. Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off. 3. Make sure the parking brake is set. If starting a vehicle with an automatic transaxle: • Make sure the gearshift is in P (Park). If starting a vehicle with a manual transaxle: •...
  • Page 96 Starting 4. Turn the key to 3 (ON) without turning the key to 4 (START). If there is difficulty in turning the key, firmly rotate the steering wheel left and right until the key turns freely. This condition may occur when: •...
  • Page 97 Starting STARTING THE ENGINE NOTE: Whenever you start your vehicle, release the key as soon as the engine starts. Excessive cranking could damage the starter. 1. Turn the key to 4 (START) without pressing the accelerator pedal and release as soon as the engine starts.
  • Page 98 Starting Guarding against exhaust fumes Although odorless and colorless, carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes. Take precautions to avoid its dangerous effects. If you ever smell exhaust fumes of any kind inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect and fix your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes.

  • Page 99: Driving

    Driving BRAKES Your service brakes are self-adjusting. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for scheduled maintenance. Occasional brake noise is normal and often does not indicate a performance concern with the vehicle’s brake system. In normal operation, automotive brake systems may emit occasional or intermittent squeal or groan noises when the brakes are applied.
  • Page 100 Driving ABS warning lamp warning lamp in the instrument cluster momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position. If the light does not illuminate momentarily at start up, remains on or continues to flash, the ABS needs to be serviced. With the ABS light on, the anti-lock brake system is disabled and normal braking is still effective unless the...
  • Page 101 Driving The BRAKE warning lamp in the instrument cluster illuminates and remains illuminated (when the BRAKE ignition is turned ON) until the parking brake is released. The parking brake is not recommended to stop a moving vehicle. However, if the normal brakes fail, the parking brake can be used to stop your vehicle in an emergency.
  • Page 102 Driving If the steering wanders or pulls, the condition could be caused by any of the following: • underinflated tire(s) on any wheel(s) • uneven vehicle loading • high crown in center of road • high crosswinds • wheels out of alignment •...
  • Page 103 Driving 3. Push and hold the thumb button. 4. Move the gearshift lever. If it is necessary to use the above procedure to move the gearshift lever, it is possible that a fuse has blown and the vehicle’s brakelamps may not be operating properly. Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside emergencies chapter.
  • Page 104 Driving Understanding gearshift positions Hold the brake pedal down while you move the gearshift lever from P (Park) to another position. If you do not hold the brake pedal down, your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone. P (Park) Always come to a complete stop before shifting into P (Park).
  • Page 105 Driving N (Neutral) With the gearshift lever in the N (Neutral) position, the vehicle can be started and is free to roll. Hold the brake pedal down while in this position. (Overdrive) The overdrive position is the normal driving position for an automatic overdrive transaxle.
  • Page 106 Driving D (Drive) D (Drive) eliminates the needless shifting between third and fourth gears that your vehicle may do when driving in hilly terrain. It also gives more engine braking than overdrive to slow your vehicle on downgrades. L (Low) Use L (Low) when added engine braking is desired or when descending steep hills.
  • Page 107 Driving Using the clutch Vehicles equipped with a manual transaxle have a starter interrupt interlock that prevents cranking of the engine unless the clutch pedal is depressed. When starting a vehicle with a manual transaxle, you must: 1. Put the gearshift lever in the neutral position.
  • Page 108 Driving Parking your vehicle 1. Apply the brake and shift into the neutral position. 2. Set the parking brake. 3. Shift into 1 (First).
  • Page 109 Driving 4. Turn engine off and remove the key. Do not park your vehicle in Neutral, it may move unexpectedly and injure someone. Use 1 (First) gear and set the parking brake fully. Recommended shift speeds Upshift according to the following charts for best fuel economy: Coupe Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for best fuel economy) 21 km/h (13 mph)
  • Page 110 Driving Put the gearshift lever into the neutral position and wait at least three seconds before shifting into R (Reverse). You can shift into R (Reverse) only by moving the gearshift lever from left of 3 (Third) and 4 (Fourth) gears before you shift into R (Reverse). This is a special lockout feature which prevents you from shifting into R (Reverse) when you downshift from 5 (Fifth).
  • Page 111 Driving • Maximum Trailer Weight Rating: Maximum weight of a trailer the vehicle is permitted to tow. The maximum trailer weight rating is determined by subtracting the vehicle curb weight for each engine/transmission combination, any required option weight for trailer towing and the weight of the driver from the GCWR for the towing vehicle.
  • Page 112 Driving TRAILER TOWING Your vehicle is capable of towing a trailer up to 454 kg (1 000 lbs.) gross trailer weight with a maximum tongue load of 45 kg (100 lbs.). Do not tow a trailer until your vehicle has been driven at least 800 km (500 miles).
  • Page 113 Driving Do not connect a trailer’s hydraulic brake system directly to your vehicle’s brake system. Your vehicle may not have enough braking power and your chances of having a collision greatly increase. The braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for operation at the GVWR not GCWR.
  • Page 114 Driving • The trailer tongue weight should be 10% of the loaded trailer weight. • After you have traveled 80 km (50 miles), thoroughly check your hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts. • When stopped in traffic for long periods of time in hot weather, place the gearshift in P (Park) and increase idle speed.

  • Page 115: Roadside Emergencies

    Roadside emergencies Getting roadside assistance To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This program is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service is available: • 24–hours, seven days a week •...

  • Page 116: Roadside Emergencies

    Roadside emergencies Roadside coverage beyond basic warranty In the United States, you may purchase additional roadside assistance coverage beyond this period through the Ford Auto Club by contacting your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. Similarly in Canada, for uninterrupted Roadside Assistance coverage, you may purchase extended coverage prior to your Basic Warranty’s Roadside Assistance expiring.
  • Page 117 Roadside emergencies • Right side of the trunk behind the trunk liner. • Driver’s foot well, behind the kick panel. The fuel pump shut-off switch, depending on application, is located on the right side of the trunk behind the trunk liner or in the driver’s foot well, behind the kick panel.
  • Page 118 Roadside emergencies Use the following procedure to reset the fuel pump shut-off switch. 1. Turn the ignition to the OFF position. 2. Check the fuel system for leaks. 3. If no fuel leak is apparent, reset the fuel pump shut-off switch by pushing in on the reset button.
  • Page 119 Roadside emergencies Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Cartridge Fuse Mini Standard Maxi Fuse link maxi rating fuses fuses fuses cartridge fuses Grey Grey — — — Violet Violet — — — Pink Pink — — — — — —...
  • Page 120 Roadside emergencies Passenger compartment fuse panel Coupe The fuses are coded as follows: P. Window (C.B.) HEATER (DRL) (DOOR LK) STOP HAZARD HORN TAIL (AIR COND) (SUN ROOF) ROOM (ASC) ENGINE METER – RADIO WIPER CIGAR (FOG) FUEL INJ – AIR BAG (AUDIO) Fuse/Relay...
  • Page 121 Roadside emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Passenger Compartment Fuse Location Rating Panel Description WIPER Wiper/Washer, Blower Motor Relay STOP Stop Lamps, Brake Pressure Switch TAIL Exterior Lamps, Instrument Illumination SUN ROOF Power Moonroof Speed Control P. WINDOW 30A CB Power Windows CIGAR Cigar Lighter AIR BAG...
  • Page 122 Roadside emergencies Sedan P. Window (C.B.) HEATER R. WIPER (DOOR LK) STOP HAZARD HORN TAIL ROOM (AIR COND) SUNROOF ENGINE METER (ASC) – MIRROR WIPER CIGAR (FOG) FUEL INJ – (AUDIO) AIR BAG The fuses are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Passenger Compartment Fuse Location...
  • Page 123 Roadside emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Passenger Compartment Fuse Location Rating Panel Description STOP Stop Lamps TAIL Exterior Lamps, Instrument Illumination SUN ROOF Power Moonroof Speed Control CIGAR Cigar Lighter AIR BAG Joint Connector, Air Bag Diagnostic Monitor Fog Lamps, Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) AUDIO Radio...
  • Page 124 Roadside emergencies Coupe The high-current fuses are coded as follows. OBD-II 10A HEADLAMP RELAY FUEL PUMP 20A HEAD LH 10A HEAD RH 10A USE THE DESIGNATED FUSES ONLY Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Power Distribution Box Location Rating Description FUEL INJ. 30A* Air Bags, Constant Control Relay Module (PCM Relay), Generator DEFOG...
  • Page 125 Roadside emergencies Sedan OBD-II 10A HEADLAMP RELAY FUEL PUMP 20A HEAD LH 10A HEAD RH 10A USE THE DESIGNATED FUSES ONLY The high-current fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Power Distribution Box Location Rating Description FUEL INJ. 30A* Air Bags, Engine Controls, Generator DEFOG...
  • Page 126 Roadside emergencies Relays Relays are located in the power distribution box and should be replaced by qualified technicians. CHANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily. Instead, gradually decrease your speed. Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road.
  • Page 127 Roadside emergencies Tire change procedure 1. Park on a level surface, activate hazard flashers and set the parking brake. 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) (automatic transaxle) or R (Reverse) (manual transaxle).
  • Page 128 Roadside emergencies • Automatic • Manual 3. Remove the jack, jack handle, lug wrench and spare tire.
  • Page 129 Roadside emergencies 4. Loosen each wheel lug nut one-half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground. 5. Put the jack in the jack notch next to the door of the tire you are changing.
  • Page 130 Roadside emergencies JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result in injury or vehicle damage. Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin, eyes, and clothing, if contacted.
  • Page 131 Roadside emergencies Connecting the jumper cables 1. Connect the positive (+) booster cable to the positive (+) terminal of the discharged battery. 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.
  • Page 132 Roadside emergencies 3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the assisting battery. 4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposed metal part of the stalled vehicle’s engine, away from the battery and the carburetor/fuel injection system.
  • Page 133 Roadside emergencies 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. 3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for an additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables.
  • Page 134 Roadside emergencies 3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster vehicle’s battery. 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.
  • Page 135 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.

  • Page 136: Maintenance And Care

    Maintenance and care SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle: • We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easy location. • We provide a scheduled maintenance guide which makes tracking routine service easy. If your vehicle requires professional service, your dealership can provide the necessary parts and service.
  • Page 137 Maintenance and care 2. Turn off the engine and remove the key. 3. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. • Manual transaxle: 1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in 1 (First). 2.
  • Page 138 Maintenance and care Working with the engine on • Automatic transaxle: 1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). 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.
  • Page 139 Maintenance and care 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. OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release handle located under the bottom left corner of the instrument panel.
  • Page 140 Maintenance and care 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 secure it with the prop rod.
  • Page 141 Maintenance and care IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 2.0L SOHC I4 engine 1. Engine oil dipstick 2. Brake fluid reservoir 3. Transmission fluid dipstick (automatic transaxle) 4. Battery 5. Air filter assembly 6. Engine oil filler cap 7. Power steering fluid reservoir 8.
  • Page 142 Maintenance and care 2.0L DOHC Zetec engine 1. Transmission fluid dipstick (automatic transaxle) 2. Battery 3. Air filter assembly 4. Engine oil filler cap 5. Engine oil dipstick 6. Power steering fluid reservoir 7. Engine coolant reservoir 8. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 9.
  • Page 143 Maintenance and care ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals for checking the engine oil. 1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground. 2. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan.
  • Page 144 Maintenance and care • 2.0L DOHC Zetec engine 6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove it again. • If the oil level is between the ADD and FULL marks, the oil level is acceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL. •...
  • Page 145 Maintenance and care Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking the engine oil in this chapter. 2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal range, add only certified engine oil of the recommended viscosity. Remove the engine oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening.
  • Page 146 Maintenance and care 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. It is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter (or another brand meeting Ford specifications) for your engine application.
  • Page 147 Maintenance and care Do not let the fluid level in the reservoir for the master cylinder fall below the MIN mark. If master cylinder runs dry, this may cause the brakes to fail. CLUTCH FLUID (IF EQUIPPED) The clutch master cylinder and brake master cylinder are part of the same system;...
  • Page 148 Maintenance and care WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Checking and adding washer fluid •Coupe •Sedan Check the washer fluid whenever you stop for fuel. The reservoir is highlighted with a symbol. If the level is low, add enough fluid to fill the reservoir. In very cold weather, do not fill the reservoir all the way.
  • Page 149 Maintenance and care Note:Do not put washer fluid in the engine coolant reservoir. Washer fluid placed in the cooling system may harm engine and cooling system components. ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of engine coolant should be checked at the mileage intervals listed in the scheduled maintenance guide.
  • Page 150 Maintenance and care • Coupe • Sedan When the engine is cold, check the level of the engine coolant in the reservoir. • The engine coolant should be at the “cold fill level” or within the “cold fill range” as listed on the engine coolant reservoir (depending upon application).
  • Page 151 Maintenance and care NOTE: Automotive fluids are not interchangeable; do not use engine coolant, antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of its specified function and vehicle location. Adding engine coolant When adding coolant, make sure it is a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water.
  • Page 152 Maintenance and care • Do not use alcohol, methanol or brine or any engine coolants mixed with alcohol or methanol antifreeze (coolant). Alcohol and other liquids can cause engine damage from overheating or freezing. • Do not add extra inhibitors or additives to the coolant. These can be harmful and compromise the corrosion protection of the engine coolant.
  • Page 153 Operating an engine with a low level of coolant can result in engine overheating and possible engine damage. Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company recommends the use of a recycled engine coolant produced by Ford-approved processes in vehicles originally equipped with Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant (green-colored). However, not all coolant recycling processes produce coolant that meets Ford specification ESE-M97B44–A.
  • Page 154 Maintenance and care • Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate freeze protection at the temperatures in which you drive in the winter months. If you drive in extremely hot climates: •...
  • Page 155 Maintenance and care • Sedan 1. Start the engine and let it run until it reaches normal operating temperature (the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator will be near the center of the normal area between H and C). 2. While the engine idles, turn the steering wheel left and right several times.
  • Page 156 Maintenance and care 1. Drive the vehicle 30 km (20 miles) or until it reaches normal operating temperature. 2. Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking brake. 3. With the parking brake engaged and your foot on the brake pedal, start the engine and move the gearshift lever through all of the gear ranges.
  • Page 157 Maintenance and care Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels Before adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is used. The type of fluid used is normally indicated on the dipstick and also in the Lubricant specifications section in the Capacities and specifications chapter.
  • Page 158 Maintenance and care 3. Fluid level should be at bottom of the opening. 4. Add enough fluid through the filler opening so that the fluid level is at the bottom of the opening. 5. Install and tighten the fill plug securely.
  • Page 159 Maintenance and care For longer, trouble-free operation, keep the top of the battery clean and dry. Also, make certain the battery cables are always tightly fastened to the battery terminals. If you see any corrosion on the battery or terminals, remove the cables from the terminals and clean with a wire brush.
  • Page 160 Maintenance and care 4. Allow the engine to idle for at least one minute. 5. Turn the A/C on and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute. 6. Drive the vehicle to complete the relearning process. • The vehicle may need to be driven 16 km (10 miles) or more to relearn the idle and fuel trim strategy.
  • Page 161 Maintenance and care CHANGING THE AIR FILTER ELEMENT 1. Release the clamp locking clip on the front portion of the air filter housing. 2. Then swing the left side open and remove the air filter element. 3. When installing the air filter element, ensure the nubs on the air filter element and the air filter housing are aligned.
  • Page 162 Maintenance and care Changing the wiper blades To replace the wiper blades: 1. Pull the wiper arm away from the windshield and lock into the service position. 2. Turn the blade at an angle from the wiper arm. Push the lock pin manually to release the blade and pull the wiper blade down toward the windshield to remove it from the...
  • Page 163 Maintenance and care Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1 1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100.
  • Page 164 Maintenance and care SERVICING YOUR TIRES Checking the tire pressure • Use an accurate tire pressure gauge. • Check the tire pressure when tires are cold, after the vehicle has been parked for at least one hour or has been driven less than 5 km (3 miles).
  • Page 165 Maintenance and care Replacing the tires Replace the tires when the wear band is visible through the tire treads. When replacing full size tires, never mix radial bias-belted, or bias-type tires. Use only the tire sizes that are listed on the Certification or Tire Label.
  • Page 166 Maintenance and care SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS Snow tires must be the same size and grade as the tires you currently have on your vehicle. The tires on your vehicle have all weather treads to provide traction in rain and snow. However, in some climates, you may need to use snow tires and chains.
  • Page 167 Maintenance and care WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS Important safety precautions Do not overfill the fuel tank. The pressure in an overfilled tank may cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire. 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 168 Maintenance and care Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel: • Extinguish all smoking materials and any open flames before fueling your vehicle. • Always turn off the vehicle before fueling. • Automotive fuels can be harmful or fatal if swallowed. Fuel such as gasoline is highly toxic and if swallowed can cause death or permanent injury.
  • Page 169 Maintenance and care 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. Use the following guidelines to avoid static build-up when filling an ungrounded fuel container: •...
  • Page 170 Maintenance and care 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. Otherwise, fuel may spray out and injure you or others. If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap, excessive pressure or 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...
  • Page 171 Maintenance and care Fuel quality If you are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation driveability problems during a cold start, try a different brand of “Regular” unleaded gasoline. “Premium” unleaded gasoline is not recommended (particularly in the United States) because it may cause these problems to become more pronounced.
  • Page 172 Maintenance and care Fuel Filter For fuel filter replacement, see your dealer or a qualified service technician. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals for changing the fuel filter. Replace the fuel filter with an authorized Motorcraft part. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel system if an authorized Motorcraft fuel filter is not used.
  • Page 173 Maintenance and care • Allow no more than 2 automatic click-offs when filling. • Always use fuel with the recommended octane rating. • 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.
  • Page 174 Maintenance and care • Idling for long periods of time (greater than one minute) may waste fuel. • Anticipate stopping; slowing down may eliminate the need to stop. • Sudden or hard accelerations may reduce fuel economy. • Slow down gradually. •...
  • Page 175 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 176 Maintenance and care Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire. Illumination of the “Service Engine Soon” light, charging system warning light or the temperature warning light, fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke or loss of engine power, could indicate that the emission control system is not working properly.
  • Page 177 Maintenance and care 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, do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete. BULBS Replacing exterior bulbs It is a good idea to check the operation of the following lights frequently:...
  • Page 178 Maintenance and care 5. Remove the bulb retaining ring by rotating it counterclockwise. 6. Without turning, remove the old bulb from the lamp assembly by pulling it straight back out of the lamp assembly and replace. Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of children’s reach.
  • Page 179 Maintenance and care Replacing foglamp bulbs 1. Remove the bulb socket from the foglamp by turning counterclockwise. 2. Disconnect the electrical connector from the foglamp bulb. 3. Connect the electrical connector to the new foglamp bulb. 4. Install the bulb socket in the foglamp turning clockwise.
  • Page 180 Maintenance and care Tail lamp/turn signal/backup lamp bulbs The tail/turn signal lamp and backup lamp bulbs are located in the same portion of the tail lamp assembly, one just below the other. Follow the same steps to replace either bulb. 1.
  • Page 181 Maintenance and care License plate lamps To change the license plate bulbs: 1. Remove two screws and the license plate lamp assembly from the rear bumper. 2. Carefully pull the bulb out from the lamp assembly and push in the new bulb.
  • Page 182 Maintenance and care 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 “E” for Europe to assure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern and safe visibility.
  • Page 183 Maintenance and care Horizontal aim adjustment 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface. 2. With the hood open, locate the horizontal indicator and the adjusting screw. They are located below the viewing window at the rear of the headlamp assembly. 3.
  • Page 184 Maintenance and care Vertical aim adjustment 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface. 2. With the hood open, locate the bubble level and the vertical adjustment screw. The adjustment screw is located on the outboard side of the headlamp below the headlamp upper attachment.
  • Page 185 Maintenance and care CLEANING AND CARING FOR YOUR VEHICLE Refer to the Customer Assistance chapter for a list of Ford-approved cleaners, polishes and waxes. Washing your vehicle Wash your vehicle regularly with cold or lukewarm water. Never use strong detergents or soap. If your vehicle is particularly dirty, use a quality car wash detergent.
  • Page 186 Maintenance and care Use only carnauba or synthetic-based waxes. Use a cleaning fluid with a clean cloth to remove any bugs before waxing your vehicle. Use tar remover to remove any tar spots. Avoid getting wax on the windshield, or on any surfaces which appear coarse or bumpy.
  • Page 187 Maintenance and care Cleaning the exterior lamps Wash with the same detergent as the exterior of your vehicle. If necessary, use a tar remover such as Ford Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil Remover (B7A-19520–AA). To avoid scratching the lamps, do not use a dry paper towel, chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners.
  • Page 188 Maintenance and care • Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine. • Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in the running engine may cause internal damage. Cleaning the instrument panel Clean with a damp cloth, then dry with a dry cloth.
  • Page 189 Maintenance and care Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the seat mounted side air bag. Such products could contaminate the side air bag system and affect performance of the side air bag in a collision. Woodtone trim Wipe stains with a soft cloth and a multi-purpose cleaning solution.

  • Page 190: Capacities And Specifications

    Capacities and specifications MOTOCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component 2.0L SOHC I4 2.0L DOHC Zetec engine engine Air filter element FA-1643 FA-1643 Fuel filter FG-862 FG-862 Battery BXT-58 BXT-58 Oil filter FL-400–S FL-2005 PCV valve EV-244 EV-224 Spark plugs* AGSF-34EE** AZFS-32FE** * Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) decal for spark plug gap information.

  • Page 191: Capacities And Specifications

    Capacities and specifications REFILL CAPACITIES Ford Part Fluid Application Capacity Name Brake fluid High Fill to line on Performance reservoir DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Engine coolant Motorcraft Automatic 6.0L (6.3 Premium Engine transaxles quarts) Coolant (green-colored) or Motorcraft Manual 5.0L (5.3 Premium Gold...
  • Page 192 Capacities and specifications LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Ford Part Ford Part Ford Item Name or Number Specification Equivalent Brake fluid Motorcraft High C6AZ-19542-AB ESA-M6C25-A Performance and DOT 3 DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Door latch, hood Multi-Purpose DOAZ-19584-AA ESB-M1C93-B latch, auxiliary Grease orESR-M1C159-A hood latch,...
  • Page 193 Capacities and specifications Ford Part Ford Part Ford Item Name or Number Specification Equivalent Windshield Ultra-clear C9AZ-19550-AC ESR-M17P5-A washer fluid Windshield Washer Concentrate DO NOT USE Ford Extended Life Engine Coolant F6AZ-19544-AA, meeting Ford specification WSS-M97B44-D (orange in color) Refer to Adding engine coolant, in the Maintenance and Care chapter.
  • Page 194 Capacities and specifications VEHICLE DIMENSIONS Vehicle dimensions Coupe mm (in) (1) Overall length 4 451.0 (175.2) (2) Overall width 1 712.0 (67.4) (3) Overall height 1 328.4 (52.3) (4) Wheelbase 2 499.0 (98.4) (5) Track - Front 1 435.1 (56.5) (5) Track - Rear 1 435.1 (56.5) •...
  • Page 195 Capacities and specifications • Coupe model IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Certification label The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Regulations require that a Certification label be affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where the Certification label may be located. The Certification label is located on the front door latch pillar on the driver’s side.
  • Page 196 Capacities and specifications Vehicle identification number 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.) Engine number The engine number (the last eight numbers of the vehicle identification number) is stamped on the engine block and transmission.

  • Page 197: Customer Assistance

    Ford Extended Service Plan (Ford ESP) coverage. Ford ESP is an optional service contract which is backed by Ford Motor Company or Ford Motor Service Company (in the U.S.) and Ford of Canada (in Canada). It provides the following: •...

  • Page 198: Customer Assistance

    1-800-392-3673 (FORD) (TDD for the hearing impaired: 1-800-232-5952) In Canada: Customer Relationship Centre Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited P.O. Box 2000 Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 1-800-565-3673 (FORD) If you own a Lincoln vehicle and are away from home when your vehicle...
  • Page 199 Customer assistance In Canada: Customer Relationship Centre Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited P.O. Box 2000 Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 1-800-565-3673 (FORD) In order to help you service your Ford or Lincoln Mercury vehicle, please have the following information available when contacting a Customer Relationship Center: •...
  • Page 200 THE DISPUTE SETTLEMENT BOARD (U.S. ONLY) The Dispute Settlement Board is: • an independent, third-party arbitration program for warranty disputes • available free to owners and lessees of qualifying Ford Motor Company vehicles The Dispute Settlement Board may not be available in all states. Ford...
  • Page 201 • the name of the dealer(s) who sold or serviced the vehicle • a brief description of your unresolved concern • a brief summary of the action taken by the dealer(s) and Ford Motor Company • the names (if known) of all the people you contacted at the dealership(s) •...
  • Page 202 You may also contact the North American Customer Relationship Center at 1-800-392-3673 (Ford), TDD for the hearing impaired: 1-800-232-5952 or by writing to the Center at the following address: Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center 16800 Executive Plaza Drive P.O. Box 6248...
  • Page 203 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 204 If you buy your vehicle in North America and then relocate outside of the U.S. or Canada, register your vehicle identification number (VIN) and new address with Ford Motor Company Worldwide Direct Market Operations. FORD CAR CARE PRODUCTS FOR YOUR VEHICLE Ford has many quality products available from your dealer to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes.
  • Page 205 Customer assistance Ford Multi-Purpose Cleaner* Motorcraft Car Wash Concentrate Motorcraft Carlite Glass Cleaner Ford Spot and Stain Remover* Ford Super Premium Tire and Trim Dressing Ford Triple Clean Ford Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (not available in Canada) * May be sold with the Motorcraft name FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of genuine Ford accessories are available for your vehicle through your local authorized Ford, Lincoln Mercury or Ford of...
  • Page 206 Customer assistance Comfort and convenience Air conditioner Cargo net Cargo organizer Engine block heater Travel equipment Auto headlamps with daytime running lights (DRL) Console armrest Daytime running lights (DRL) Electrochromic inside mirror with compass Electrochromic inside mirror with compass and temperature display Highway safety kit First aid kit Removable luggage rack...
  • Page 207 Customer assistance For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle: • When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to your vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of the front or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the Safety compliance certification label).
  • Page 208 Customer assistance Obtaining a French owner’s guide French Owner’s Guides can be obtained from your dealer or by writing to Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited, Service Publications, P.O. Box 1580, Station B, Mississauga, Ontario L4Y 4G3. IN CALIFORNIA (U.S. ONLY) California Civil Code Section 1793.2(d) requires that, if a manufacturer...

  • Page 209: Reporting Safety Defects

    However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer or Ford Motor Company. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1–800–424–9393 (202–366–0123 in the Washington D.C.

  • Page 210: Index

    Index charging system warning light ..........11 Air bag supplemental restraint jumping a disabled battery ..129 system ........79–80 maintenance-free ....157 and child safety seats ....82 replacement, specifications ...189 description ........80 servicing ........157 disposal ........84 Belt minder .........75 driver air bag ......82 Brakes ..........98 indicator light .....10, 84 anti-lock .......98–99...
  • Page 211 Index safety belts ......188 washing ........184 waxing ........184 Daytime running lamps (see wheels ........185 Lamps) .........44 windows ........188 Defrost wiper blades ......186 rear window ......43 woodtone trim ......188 Dipstick Climate control (see Air automatic transmission conditioning or Heating) ....38 fluid ..........154 Clock ........25, 33 engine oil .........142 Clutch...
  • Page 212 Index specifications ....191–192 odometer ........15 speedometer ......15 Exhaust fumes ......97 tachometer ........16 trip odometer ......16 GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Floor mats ........56 Rating) ........109 definition .........109 Fluid capacities ......190 driving with a heavy load ..109 Foglamps ........45 location ........109 Fuel ..........166 GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight calculating fuel economy ..171 Rating) ........109...
  • Page 213 Index Inspection/maintenance (I/M) anti-theft ........11 testing ........175 brake ..........10 charging system ......11 Instrument panel ......8 fuel cap light ......12 cleaning ........187 high beam .........11 cluster ........8, 187 low fuel ........8 lighting up panel and oil pressure .......12 interior ........17 safety belt .........10 location of components ....8 service engine soon ....9 turn signal indicator ....11...
  • Page 214 Index extension assembly ....74 for adults ......70–72 Panic alarm feature, remote for children .......85 entry system ........60 lap belt ........74 warning light and chime ...10, 12, Parking brake ......99 Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ..189 Safety seats for children ....86 Power distribution box (see Seat belts (see Safety Fuses) ........122 restraints) ........69...
  • Page 215 Index Towing ........111 Vehicle loading ......109 trailer towing ......111 Ventilating your vehicle .....97 wrecker ........134 Transaxle automatic operation ....101 fluid, refill capacities ....190 Warning chimes .....12–13 lubricant specifications ..192 Warning lights (see Lights) ..8 Transmission Washer fluid ......147 fluid, checking and adding Water, Driving through .....113 (automatic) ......154 fluid, checking and adding...

  • Page 217: Filling Station Information

    Filling station information Item Information Required fuel Unleaded fuel only - 87 octane Fuel tank capacity 48.5L (12.8 gallons) Tire size and pressure Refer to the Certification Label inside of driver’s door. Hood release Pull handle under the left side of the instrument panel.

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