Table Of Contents - Ford 2007 Five Hundred Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Table Of Contents1
Introduction4
Safety And Environment Protection5
Protecting The Environment5
Breaking-In Your Vehicle5
Warning Symbols In This Guide5
Special Notices6
Special Instructions6
Service Data Recording6
Event Data Recording6
Cell Phone Use7
Middle East/North Africa Vehicle Specific Information7
Vehicle Symbol Glossary8
Instrument Cluster10
Warning Lights And Chimes10
The Check Engine10
Check Fuel Cap11
Brake System Warning Light11
Anti-Lock Brake System11
Airbag Readiness11
Safety Belt12
Charging System12
Engine Oil Pressure12
Engine Coolant Level12
Speed Control13
Low Washer Fluid13
Door Ajar13
Anti-Theft System13
Gauges14
Speedometer14
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge14
Fuel Gauge15
Tachometer15
Odometer15
Trip Odometer15
Entertainment Systems16
Am/Fm Stereo With Cd16
Accessory Delay16
Tuner16
Setting The Clock17
Autoset17
Bass17
Treble17
Speed Sensitive Volume18
Tune/Disc Selector21
Am/Fm Stereo With In-Dash Six Cd21
General Audio Information26
Radio Frequencies26
Radio Reception Factors26
Cd/Cd Player Care26
Satellite Radio Information27
Satellite Radio Channels27
Satellite Radio Reception Factors27
Sirius Satellite Radio Service28
Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number (Esn)28
Family Entertainment System30
Dvd Player Controls31
Main Control31
Play/Pause Control31
Dim Control31
Dvd Control Features32
Menu Control32
Next/Previous Control33
Rev/Fwd Control33
Enter Control33
Cd Play Mode34
Slow Play Mode34
User Menu Mode34
Remote Control35
Dual Play Mode36
Single Play Mode36
Battery Replacement37
Parental Control37
Wireless Headphone Operation38
Liquid Crystal Display (Lcd) Flip-Down Screen39
Playback And Format39
Saving Mp3 Files40
Family Entertainment Dvd System Protection Circuits40
High Temperature Sensor Circuit40
Operating40
Inserting A Cd/Dvd41
Playing An Auxiliary Device41
Removing A Cd/Dvd (While Playing)41
On-Screen Indicators42
Safety Information42
Federal Communication Commission (Fcc) Compliance43
Care And Service Of The Dvd Player44
Environmental Extremes44
Temperature Extremes44
Humidity And Moisture Condensation44
Foreign Substances45
Cleaning Compact Discs45
Cleaning The Dvd Player45
Climate Controls46
Manual Heating And Air Conditioning System46
Recirculated Air46
Operating Tips47
To Aid In Side Window Defogging/Demisting In Cold Weather47
In The Max A/C Mode47
Automatic Temperature Control48
Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control48
Defrost48
Rear Defroster48
Front Fan Speed Control49
Dual Temperature Control49
Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control With Heated Seats50
Rear Window Defroster53
Lights54
Headlamp Control54
Autolamp Control54
Autolamps - Programmable Exit Delay54
Foglamp Control55
High Beams55
Flash To Pass55
Daytime Running Lamps (Drl)56
Panel Dimmer Control56
Aiming The Headlamps56
Vertical Aim Adjustment56
Turn Signal Control58
Interior Lamps58
Dome Lamps And Map Lamps58
Bulb Replacement58
Replacing The Interior Bulbs59
Replacing Exterior Bulbs59
Replacing Headlamp (Low Beam) Bulbs59
Replacing Headlamp (High Beam) Bulbs60
Replacing Front Parking Lamp/Turn Signal Bulbs61
Replacing Tail Lamp/Brake Lamp/Backup Lamp/Turn Signal Lamp Bulbs61
Replacing High-Mount Brake Lamp Bulbs62
Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulbs62
Replacing Foglamp Bulbs63
Driver Controls64
Multi-Function Lever64
Windshield Wiper64
Mist Function64
Tilt Steering Wheel65
Illuminated Visor Mirror65
Slide On Rod Feature65
To Adjust The Steering Wheel65
Steering Wheel Adjustment65
Instrument Panel Storage Compartment66
Overhead Console66
Storage Compartment66
Clock66
Center Console67
Auxiliary Power Point (12Vdc)67
Cigar/Cigarette Lighter67
Power Windows68
One Touch Up Or Down68
Window Lock69
To Operate One Touch Up69
Bounce-Back (Driver's Window Only)69
Security Override69
Automatic Dimming Inside Rear View Mirror70
Exterior Mirrors70
Power Side View Mirrors70
To Adjust Your Mirrors70
Fold-Away Mirrors71
Heated Outside Mirrors71
Power Adjustable Foot Pedals71
Memory Feature72
Setting Speed Control72
Disengaging Speed Control73
Resuming A Set Speed73
Increasing Speed While Using Speed Control73
Reducing Speed While Using Speed Control74
Turning Off Speed Control74
Steering Wheel Controls75
Radio Control Features75
Moon Roof75
In Radio Mode75
To Open The Moon Roof76
To Close The Moon Roof76
Bounce Back76
Bounce Back Override76
Homelink Wireless Control System77
Programming77
Gate Operator & Canadian Programming79
Operating The Homelink Wireless Control System80
Erasing Homelink Buttons80
Reprogramming A Single Homelink Button80
Message Center81
Selectable Features81
Reset81
Info Menu81
Average Fuel Economy (Afe)82
Fuel Used82
Trip Elapsed Drive Time83
Compass Display83
Compass Zone Adjustment83
Compass Calibration Adjustment84
Setup Menu85
Language85
Units (English/Metric)86
System Check86
System Warnings86
Change Oil Soon/Oil Change Required88
To Set The Oil Life To 100% Without System Warnings Displayed89
Interior Trunk Control90
Cargo Area Features90
Cargo Net90
Locks And Security91
Keys91
Power Door Locks91
Deactivating/Activating Autolock92
Power Door Unlock/Lock Procedure92
Keyless Entry Key Pad Procedure92
Power Door Lock/Unlock Inhibit Feature93
Childproof Door Locks94
Interior Luggage Compartment Release94
Remote Entry System96
Unlocking The Doors96
Locking The Doors97
Sounding A Panic Alarm97
Opening The Trunk97
Memory Seats/Power Mirrors/Adjustable Pedals97
Activating The Memory Seat Feature98
Replacing The Battery98
Replacing Lost Remote Entry Transmitters99
How To Reprogram Your Remote Entry Transmitters99
Illuminated Entry100
Battery Saver101
Illuminated Exit101
Keyless Entry System102
Erasing Personal Code103
Anti-Scan Feature103
Unlocking And Locking The Doors Using Keyless Entry103
Passive Anti-Theft System103
Automatic Arming104
Anti-Theft Indicator104
Automatic Disarming105
Replacement Keys105
Programming Spare Keys105
Perimeter Alarm System107
Arming The System107
Disarming The System108
Triggering The Anti-Theft System108
Adjustable Head Restraints109
Seating And Safety Restraints109
Using The Manual Lumbar Support110
Folding Down The Front Passenger Seatback110
Adjusting The Front Manual Seat111
Adjusting The Front Power Seat111
Heated Seats113
To Operate The Heated Seats113
Rear Seats114
Head Restraints114
Split-Folding Rear Seat115
Safety Restraints116
Personal Safety System116
Seat Mounted Cup Holders And Armrest Storage Compartment116
How Does The Personal Safety System Work?117
Driver And Passenger Dual-Stage Airbag Supplemental Restraints117
Front Crash Severity Sensor117
Driver's Seat Position Sensor118
Front Passenger Sensing System118
Front Safety Belt Usage Sensors118
Front Safety Belt Pretensioners119
Front Safety Belt Energy Management Retractors119
Determining If The Personal Safety System119
Safety Belt Precautions120
Combination Lap And Shoulder Belts121
Energy Management Feature — Front Outboard121
Vehicle Sensitive Mode122
Automatic Locking Mode122
When To Use The Automatic Locking Mode122
How To Use The Automatic Locking Mode122
How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode123
Safety Belt Height Adjustment123
Safety Belt Pretensioner124
Safety Belt Extension Assembly124
Safety Belt Maintenance124
Safety Belt Warning Light And Indicator Chime125
Conditions Of Operation125
Beltminder126
One Time Disable128
Deactivating/Activating The Beltminder Feature128
Airbag Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)130
Important Supplemental Restraint System Precautions130
Children And Airbags132
How Does The Airbag Supplemental Restraint System Work?132
If The Airbag Readiness Lamp Is Lit138
Determining If The System Is Operational138
Seat-Mounted Side Airbag System139
How Does The Side Airbag System Work?140
Safety Canopy System141
How Does The Safety Canopy System Work?142
Disposal Of Airbags And Airbag Equipped Vehicles144
Safety Restraints For Children144
Important Child Restraint Precautions144
Children And Safety Belts145
Child Booster Seats145
When Children Should Use Booster Seats146
Types Of Booster Seats146
The Importance Of Shoulder Belts147
Safety Seats For Children148
Child And Infant Or Child Safety Seats148
Attaching Child Safety Seats With Tether Straps152
Attaching Safety Seats With Latch154
Tires, Wheels And Loading156
Information About Uniform Tire Quality Grading156
Treadwear156
Traction Aa A B C156
Temperature A B C157
Tires157
Glossary Of Tire Terminology157
Inflating Your Tires158
Tire Inflation158
Tire Care160
Inspecting Your Tires160
Tire Wear161
Damage161
U.s. Dot Tire Identification Number (Tin)161
Tire Replacement Requirements162
Safety Practices163
Highway Hazards163
Tire And Wheel Alignment163
Tire Rotation164
Information Contained On The Tire Sidewall165
Information on "P" Type Tires166
Information on "T" Type Tires170
Location Of The Tire Label170
Snow Tires And Chains170
Vehicle Loading – With And Without A Trailer171
Base Curb Weight171
Vehicle Curb Weight172
Payload172
Cargo Weight173
Gaw (Gross Axle Weight)173
Gawr (Gross Axle Weight Rating)174
Steps For Determining The Correct Load Limit175
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight175
Trailer Towing177
Preparing To Tow177
Hitches177
Safety Chains177
Trailer Brakes178
Trailer Lamps178
Driving While You Tow178
Servicing After Towing178
Recreational Towing179
Front Wheel Drive (Fwd) Vehicles179
All Wheel Drive (Awd) Vehicles179
Driving180
Starting180
Positions Of The Ignition180
Starting Your Vehicle180
Important Safety Precautions181
Before Starting The Vehicle181
Starting The Engine182
Engine Block Heater183
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes183
Important Ventilating Information183
Brakes183
Using Abs184
Abs Warning Lamp184
Parking Brake184
Traction Control185
Steering186
Automatic Transaxle Operation187
Brake-Shift Interlock187
Transmission Operation187
P (Park)189
To Put Your Vehicle In Gear189
To Put Your Vehicle In P (Park)189
R (Reverse)190
N (Neutral)190
D (Drive)190
L (Low)190
Reverse Sensing System191
All Wheel Drive (Awd) System193
Driving Off-Highway With Awd Vehicles193
Basic Operating Principles194
If Your Vehicle Goes Off The Edge Of The Pavement194
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck194
Emergency Maneuvers195
Awd Systems195
Sand195
Mud And Water196
Driving Through Deep Water May Damage The Transmission196
Driving On Hilly Or Sloping Terrain197
Driving On Snow And Ice198
Maintenance And Modifications198
Driving Through Water199
Getting Roadside Assistance200
Roadside Emergencies200
Using Roadside Assistance201
Hazard Flasher Control201
Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch202
Fuses And Relays202
Standard Fuse Amperage Rating And Color203
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel/Smart Junction Box (Sjb)204
Power Distribution Box206
High-Current Fuses207
Changing The Tires209
If You Get A Flat Tire While Driving209
Dissimilar Spare Tire/Wheel Information210
Removing The Spare Tire And Jack212
Tire Change Procedure212
Stowing The Tire And Jack215
Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications216
Jump Starting216
Preparing Your Vehicle217
Connecting The Jumper Cables217
Removing The Jumper Cables220
Wrecker Towing222
Customer Assistance224
Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. Only)230
Cleaning231
Washing The Exterior231
Exterior Chrome231
Waxing231
Paint Chips232
Aluminum Wheels And Wheel Covers232
Engine232
Plastic (Non-Painted) Exterior Parts233
Windows And Wiper Blades233
Instrument Panel And Cluster Lens234
Interior Trim235
Interior235
Leather Seats235
Underbody236
Ford And Lincoln Mercury Car Care Products236
Maintenance And Specifications238
Service Recommendations238
Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle238
Working With The Engine Off238
Opening The Hood239
Identifying Components In The Engine Compartment240
3.0L Dohc V6 Duratec Engine240
Windshield Washer Fluid241
Changing The Wiper Blades242
Engine Oil242
Checking The Engine Oil242
Adding Engine Oil244
Engine Oil And Filter Recommendations245
Battery246
Engine Coolant248
Checking Engine Coolant248
Adding Engine Coolant249
Recycled Engine Coolant253
Coolant Refill Capacity253
Severe Climates253
Fuel Filter254
What You Should Know About Automotive Fuels254
Fuel Information254
Refueling256
Fuel Filler Cap256
When Fueling Your Vehicle256
Choosing The Right Fuel257
Ford Recommends Bp257
Octane Recommendations258
Fuel Quality258
Cleaner Air258
Running Out Of Fuel258
Essentials Of Good Fuel Economy259
Measuring Techniques259
Filling The Tank259
If You Have Run Out Of Fuel259
Calculating Fuel Economy260
Driving Style — Good Driving And Fuel Economy Habits260
Habits260
Maintenance261
Conditions261
Epa Window Sticker262
Emission Control System262
On Board Diagnostics (Obd-Ii)263
Readiness For Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing264
Power Steering Fluid264
Brake Fluid265
Transaxle Fluid266
Checking Automatic Transaxle Fluid—Cvt Transaxle266
Checking 6–Speed Automatic Transmission Fluid266
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid At Operating Temperature266
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid At Cool Temperature267
Low Fluid Level267
High Fluid Level267
Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels268
Motorcraft Part Numbers268
Maintenance Product Specifications And Capacities270
Engine Data272
Engine Drivebelt Routing272
Identifying Your Vehicle273
Safety Compliance Certification Label273
Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)273
Transmission/Transaxle Code Designations274
Accessories275
Exterior Style275
Interior Style276
Lifestyle276
Peace Of Mind276
Index277