Ford 2009 Escape Manuals

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Ford 2009 Escape Owner's Manual (321 pages)

Brand: Ford | Category: Automobile | Size: 2 MB

Table of Contents
1
Introduction

4
Instrument Cluster

12
- Warning Lights and Chimes
  12
  - Standard Instrument Cluster
    12
  - Optional Instrument Cluster
    12
  - Service Engine Soon: Service
    13
  - Check Fuel Cap Fill Inlet
    13
  - Brake System Warning Light
    14
  - Anti-Lock Brake System
    14
  - Airbag Readiness
    14
  - Safety Belt
    14
  - Charging System
    15
  - Engine Oil Pressure
    15
  - Advancetrac /Traction Control
    15
  - Low Tire Pressure Warning
    15
  - Overdrive Cancel and Grade Assist
    16
  - Throttle Control/Powertrain
    16
  - Door Ajar
    16
  - Turn Signal
    16
- Gauges
  17
  - Standard Instrument Cluster Gauges
    17
  - Optional Instrument Cluster Gauges
    17
  - Speedometer
    18
  - Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
    18
  - Fuel Gauge
    18
  - Tachometer
    19
  - Odometer
    19
  - Trip Odometer
    19
  - Accessory Delay
    20
  - Am/Fm/Single CD or In-Dash CD6/MP3 Satellite Compatible Sound System
    20
  - Audio Systems
    20
Entertainment Systems

20
- AM/FM Radio
  21
- CD/MP3 Player
  22
- Load
  22
- RDS Radio
  22
- Eject
  23
- Satellite Radio (if Equipped)
  24
- Satellite Radio Menu
  26
- Sound Adjustments
  27
- Extra Features
  28
- Speed Compensated Volume
  28
- Auxiliary Input Jack (Line In)
  29
Climate Controls

38
- Manual Heating and Air Conditioning
  38
- Rear Window Defroster
  44
  - Autolamp Control (if Equipped)
    45
  - Headlamp Control
    45
Lights

45
- Autolamp Delay System (if Equipped)
  46
- Fog Lamp Control (if Equipped)
  46
- Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) (if Equipped)
  47
- Flash to Pass
  47
- Panel Dimmer Control
  47
- Aiming the Headlamps
  48
- Vertical Aim Adjustment
  48
- Dome Lamps and Map Lamps
  49
- Interior Lamps
  49
- Turn Signal Control
  49
  - Ambient Lighting (if Equipped)
    50
  - Cargo and Dome Lamp
    50
- Bulb Replacement
  51
Driver Controls

57
- Windshield Wiper/Washer Control
  57
- Steering Wheel Adjustment
  58
  - Illuminated Visor Mirror (if Equipped)
    59
  - Overhead Console (if Equipped)
    59
  - Storage Compartment (if Equipped)
    59
  - Electronic Compass (if Equipped)
    59
  - Compass Zone Adjustment
    60
  - Compass Calibration Adjustment
    61
  - Center Console
    61
  - Auxiliary Power Point (12Vdc)
    62
  - Cigar/Cigarette Lighter (if Equipped)
    63
  - Power Windows (if Equipped)
    63
  - One-Touch down (AUTO)
    64
  - Window Lock
    64
  - Interior Mirror
    65
  - Automatic Dimming Interior Rear View Mirror (if Equipped)
    65
  - With Microphone
    65
  - Exterior Mirrors
    65
  - Fold-Away Mirrors
    66
  - Heated Outside Mirrors
    66
  - Speed Control (if Equipped)
    66
  - To Adjust Your Mirrors
    66
  - Setting Speed Control
    67
  - Disengaging Speed Control
    67
  - Resuming a Set Speed
    68
  - Increasing Speed While Using Speed Control
    68
  - Reducing Speed While Using Speed Control
    68
  - Turning off Speed Control
    69
  - Steering Wheel Controls (if Equipped)
    69
  - Radio Control Features
    69
  - Navigation System Hands Free Control Feature
    70
  - SYNC System Hands Free Control Feature
    70
  - Navigation System/Sync Hands Free Control Features
    71
  - Moon Roof (if Equipped)
    71
  - To Open the Moon Roof
    71
  - Bounce-Back
    72
  - Bounce-Back Override
    72
  - Message Center (if Equipped)
    72
  - Selectable Features
    73
  - Reset
    73
  - Info Menu
    73
  - Odometer/Trip Odometer
    73
  - Instantaneous Fuel Economy
    74
  - Setup Menu
    74
  - Reset to English (if in Another Language)
    75
  - System Check
    75
  - Oil Life
    76
  - Units (English/Metric)
    76
  - Autolamp Sec
    76
  - Autolock
    77
  - Autounlock
    77
  - Language
    77
  - Compass Zone/Compass Calibration
    77
  - Liftgate
    80
  - Cargo Area Features
    80
  - Cargo Shade (if Equipped)
    80
  - Cargo Management System (if Equipped)
    81
  - Passenger Side Cargo Compartment
    82
  - Luggage Rack
    82
  - To Adjust the Cross-Bar (if Equipped) Position
    82
  - To Remove the Cross-Bar Assembly (if Equipped) from the Roof Rack Side Rails
    83
  - To Reinstall the Cross-Bar Assembly (if Equipped) to the Roof Rack Side Rails
    84
Locks and Security

85
- Keys
  85
Seating and Safety Restraints

102
- Seating
  102
  - Adjusting the Front Manual Seat (if Equipped)
    105
  - Adjusting the Front Power Seat (if Equipped)
    105
  - Heated Seats (if Equipped)
    107
  - Rear Seats
    108
  - Head Restraints
    108
  - Folding down Rear Seats
    108
  - Returning the Rear Seats to Upright Position
    111
  - To Remove the Rear Cushion
    112
  - To Install the Rear Cushion
    112
- Safety Restraints
  113
Tires, Wheels and Loading

160
- Vehicle Characteristics
  160
- How Your Vehicle Differs from Other Vehicles
  161
- Information about Uniform Tire Quality Grading
  162
- Temperature a B C
  163
- Traction AA a B C
  163
- Treadwear
  163
- Glossary of Tire Terminology
  164
- Tires
  164
- Inflating Your Tires
  165
- Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure Is the Tire Manufacturer’s
  165
- Damage
  167
- Inspecting Your Tires
  167
- Tire Care
  167
- Tire Wear
  167
- U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)
  168
- Highway Hazards
  170
- Safety Practices
  170
- Tire and Wheel Alignment
  171
- Tire Rotation
  171
- Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall
  172
- Information on “P” Type Tires
  173
- Additional Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall for “LT” Type Tires
  176
- Information on “T” Type Tires
  177
- Location of the Tire Label
  177
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
  178
- Trailer Towing
  189
  - Preparing to Tow
    191
  - Hitches
    192
  - Safety Chains
    192
  - Trailer Brakes
    192
  - Trailer Lamps
    192
  - Launching or Retrieving a Boat
    193
  - Servicing after Towing
    193
  - Trailer Towing Tips
    193
- Recreational Towing
  194
Driving

196
- Starting
  196
  - Positions of the Ignition
    196
  - Preparing to Start Your Vehicle
    196
  - Important Safety Precautions
    197
  - Starting the Engine
    199
  - Guarding against Exhaust Fumes
    199
  - Engine Block Heater (if Equipped)
    200
- Brakes
  201
  - How to Use the Engine Block Heater
    201
  - Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
    202
  - Using ABS
    202
  - ABS Warning Lamp
    202
  - Parking Brake
    203
  - Advancetrac with Roll Stability Control (Rsc ) Stability Enhancement System
    204
  - Traction Control (TCS)
    206
  - Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
    207
  - Roll Stability Contro™ (RSC)
    207
  - Switching off Traction Control
    208
  - Trailer Sway Control (if Equipped)
    208
  - Disabling Trailer Sway Control
    209
  - Steering
    210
  - Preparing to Drive
    210
  - Automatic Transmission Operation (if Equipped)
    211
  - Brake-Shift Interlock
    211
  - Automatic Transmission Adaptive Learning
    212
  - Understanding the Gearshift Positions of the 6–Speed Automatic Transmission
    213
  - D (Drive) with Grade Assist
    214
  - If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck in Mud or Snow
    215
  - Manual Transmission Operation (if Equipped)
    215
  - Using the Clutch
    215
  - Recommended Shift Speeds
    216
  - Reverse
    216
  - Parking Your Vehicle
    216
  - Reverse Sensing System (if Equipped)
    217
  - Four Wheel Drive (4Wd) System (if Equipped)
    219
  - Driving Off-Road with Truck and Utility Vehicles
    219
  - Basic Operating Principles
    219
  - If Your Vehicle Goes off the Edge of the Pavement
    220
  - If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
    220
  - Emergency Maneuvers
    221
  - Sand
    221
  - Mud and Water
    222
  - Driving on Hilly or Sloping Terrain
    223
  - Driving on Snow and Ice
    224
  - Maintenance and Modifications
    224
  - Driving through Water
    225

Ford 2009 Escape Owner's Manual (310 pages)

Brand: Ford | Category: Automobile | Size: 2 MB

Table of Contents
1
Introduction

4
Instrument Cluster

12
- Warning Lights and Chimes
  12
  - Check Fuel Cap
    13
  - Service Engine Soon: Service
    13
- Gauges
  17
Entertainment Systems

20
- Auxiliary Input Jack (Line In)
  28
- USB Port
  29
- Satellite Radio Information
  32
- Navigation System
  35
- Sync
  35
Climate Controls

36
Lights

43
- Headlamps
  43
- Turn Signal Control
  47
- Bulb Replacement
  49
Driver Controls

54
- Windshield Wiper/Washer Control
  54
- Steering Wheel Adjustment
  55
- Power Windows
  60
- Mirrors
  62
- Speed Control
  63
- Moon Roof
  68
- Message Center
  70
Locks and Security

82
- Keys
  82
- Locks
  84
- Anti-Theft System
  95
Seating and Safety Restraints

99
- Seating
  99
- Safety Restraints
  109
- Airbags
  124
- Child Restraints
  139
Tires, Wheels and Loading

152
- Tire Information
  154
- Tire Inflation
  156
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
  170
- Vehicle Loading
  175
- Trailer Towing
  181
- Recreational Towing
  186
Driving

188
- Starting
  188
- Brakes
  193
- Traction Control™/Advancetrac
  196
- Transmission Operation
  203
- Reverse Sensing System
  210
Roadside Emergencies

219
- Getting Roadside Assistance
  219
- Hazard Flasher Switch
  221
- Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
  221
- Fuses and Relays
  222
- Changing Tires
  229
- Wheel Lug Nut Torque
  240
- Jump Starting
  241
- Wrecker Towing
  247

Ford 2009 Escape Quick Reference Manual (2 pages)

Ford Automobile Quick Reference Guide

Brand: Ford | Category: Automobile | Size: 1 MB

(Spanish) Ford 2009 Escape Owner's Manual (676 pages)

Brand: Ford | Category: Automobile | Size: 6 MB

Table of Contents
2
Introducción
4
Grupo de Instrumentos
12
Luces y Campanillas de Advertencia
12
Indicadores
17
Sistemas de Entretenimiento
21
Enchufe de Entrada Auxiliar (Línea de Entrada)
31
Puerto USB
34
Información de Radio Satelital
38
Sistema de Navegación
41
Controles de Temperatura Interior
42
Desempañador de la Ventana Trasera
49
Sistema de Luces
50
Controles del Conductor
63
Ventanas Eléctricas
69
Espejos
71
Control de Velocidad
73
Toldo Corredizo
78
Centro de Mensajes
80
Seguridad y Seguros

93
- Llaves
  93
- Seguros
  95
- Sistema Antirrobo
  107
- Función de Antiexploración
  107
Asientos y Sistemas de Seguridad

112
- Asientos
  112
- Sistemas de Seguridad
  123
- Bolsas de Aire
  157
- Asientos de Seguridad para Niños
  163
Llantas, Ruedas y Carga

178
Manejo

220
- Arranque
  220
- Frenos
  226
- Advancetrac
  229
- Funcionamiento de la Transmisión
  240
Emergencias en el Camino

253
Asistencia al Cliente

285
- Informe de Defectos de Seguridad (sólo EE.UU.)
  292
- Informe de Defectos de Seguridad (sólo Canadá)
  292
Limpieza

293
Mantenimiento y Especificaciones

301
- Compartimiento del Motor
  303
- Cambio de las Hojas de Limpiadores
  306
- Aceite del Motor
  307
- Batería
  311
- Líquido Refrigerante del Motor
  313
- Filtro(S) de Aire
  337
- Números de Refacción
  339
- Datos del Motor
  343
Accesorios

347
- Índice
  349
- Interruptor de Corte de Bomba de Combustible
  350
- Table of Contents
  356
- Introduction
  359
  - Safety and Environment Protection
    359
  - Warning Symbols in this Guide
    359
  - Breaking-In Your Vehicle
    360
  - Perchlorate Material
    360
  - Protecting the Environment
    360
  - Warning Symbols on Your Vehicle
    360
  - Service Data Recording
    361
  - Special Instructions
    361
  - Event Data Recording
    362
  - Cell Phone Use
    363
  - Notice to Owners of Pickup Trucks and Utility Type Vehicles
    363
  - Using Your Vehicle as an Ambulance
    363
  - Using Your Vehicle with a Snowplow
    363
  - Export Unique (Non–United States/Canada) Vehicle Specific Information
    364
  - Vehicle Symbol Glossary
    365
  - Optional Instrument Cluster
    367
  - Standard Instrument Cluster
    367
  - Warning Lights and Chimes
    367
    
    Check Fuel Cap Fill Inlet (if Equipped)
    368
    
    Service Engine Soon
    368
    
    Brake System Warning Light
    369
    
    Optional Instrument Cluster Gauges
    372
    
    Standard Instrument Cluster Gauges
    372
    
    Engine Coolant Temperaturegauge
    373
    
    Fuel Gauge
    373
    
    Speedometer
    373
    
    Odometer
    374
    
    Standard and Optional Instrument Cluster
    374
    
    Tachometer
    374
    
    Trip Odometer
    374
    
    Am/Fm/Single CD or In-Dash CD6/MP3 Satellite Compatible Sound System
    375
    
    Audio System
    375
  - Entertainment Systems
    375
    
    Setting the Clock
    375
    
    AM/FM Radio
    376
    
    Direct
    376
    
    Memory Presets
    376
    
    Vol (Power/Volume)
    376
    
    Cat/Fold (Category/Folder)
    377
    
    CD/MP3 Player
    377
    
    RDS Radio
    377
    
    To Activate the Autoset Feature
    377
    
    Eject
    378
    
    Play/Pause
    378
    
    Scan
    378
    
    Seek/Track
    378
    
    Compression
    379
    
    Satellite Radio (if Equipped)
    379
    
    Text
    379
    
    Tune/Ok
    379
    
    Category Menu
    381
    
    Satellite Radio Menu
    381
    
    Song Seek Menu
    381
    
    Channel Lockout Menu
    382
    
    Sound Adjustments
    382
    
    Extra Features
    383
  - Auxiliary Input Jack (Line In)
    384
    
    To Play Your Portable Music Player Using the Auxiliary Input Jack
    384
    
    Troubleshooting
    385
    
    USB Port (if Equipped)
    385
    
    General Audio Information
    386
    
    Radio Frequencies
    386
    
    Radio Reception Factors
    386
    
    CD/CD Player Care
    387
    
    MP3 Track and Folder Structure
    388
  - Satellite Radio Information
    389
    
    Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number (ESN)
    390
    
    Sirius Satellite Radio Service
    390
    
    Navigation System (if Equipped)
    392
    
    Sync (if Equipped)
    392
  - Climate Controls
    393
    
    Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System (if Equipped)
    393
    
    Outside Temperature (if Equipped)
    394
    
    For Maximum Cooling Performance in Max A/C Mode
    395
    
    Operating Tips
    395
    
    To Aid in Side Window Defogging/Demisting in Cold Weather
    395
    
    Dual Automatic Temperature Control (if Equipped)
    396
    
    Automatic Operation
    398
    
    For Maximum Cooling Performance
    398
    
    Manual Operation
    398
  - Rear Window Defroster
    399
    
    Autolamp Control (if Equipped)
    400
    
    Headlamp Control
    400
  - Lights
    400
    
    Autolamp Delay System (if Equipped)
    401
    
    Fog Lamp Control (if Equipped)
    401
    
    High Beams
    401
    
    Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) (if Equipped)
    402
    
    Flash to Pass
    402
    
    Panel Dimmer Control
    402
    
    Aiming the Headlamps
    403
    
    Vertical Aim Adjustment
    403
    
    Dome Lamps and Map Lamps
    404
  - Headlamps
    404
  - Interior Lamps
    404
  - Turn Signal Control
    404
    
    Ambient Lighting (if Equipped)
    405
    
    Cargo and Dome Lamp
    405
  - Bulb Replacement
    406
    
    Interior Lighting Battery Saver
    406
    
    Lamp Assembly Condensation
    406
    
    Using the Right Bulbs
    406
    
    Replacing Exterior Bulbs
    407
    
    Replacing Headlamp Bulbs
    407
    
    Replacing Interior Bulbs
    407
    
    Replacing Front Parking Lamp/Turn Signal Bulbs
    408
    
    Replacing Front Sidemarker Bulbs
    409
    
    Replacing High-Mount Brake Lamp Bulbs
    409
    
    Replacing Tail/Stop/Turn/Backup Lamp Bulbs
    409
    
    Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulbs
    410
    
    Replacing Fog Lamp Bulbs (if Equipped)
    411
  - Driver Controls
    412
  - Multi-Function Lever
    412
  - Windshield Wiper Rainlamp Feature (if Equipped with Autolamp)
    412
  - Rear Window Wiper/Washer Controls
    413
  - Tilt Steering Wheel
    413
  - Electronic Compass (if Equipped)
    414
  - Illuminated Visor Mirror (if Equipped)
    414
  - Overhead Console (if Equipped)
    414
  - Storage Compartment (if Equipped)
    414
  - Compass Zone Adjustment
    415
  - Center Console
    416
  - Compass Calibration Adjustment
    416
  - Auxiliary Power Point (12VDC)
    417
  - Cigar/Cigarette Lighter (if Equipped)
    418
  - Power Windows (if Equipped)
    418
  - Accessory Delay
    419
  - One-Touch down (Auto)
    419
  - Rear Window Buffeting
    419
  - Window Lock
    419
  - Automatic Dimming Interior Rear View Mirror (if Equipped)
    420
  - Exterior Mirrors
    420
  - With Microphone
    420
  - Without Microphone
    420
  - Fold-Away Mirrors
    421
  - Heated Outside Mirrors (if Equipped)
    421
  - Speed Control (if Equipped)
    421
  - To Adjust Your Mirrors
    421
  - Disengaging Speed Control
    422
  - Setting Speed Control
    422
  - Increasing Speed While Using Speed Control
    423
  - Reducing Speed While Using Speed Control
    423
  - Resuming a Set Speed
    423
  - Radio Control Features
    424
  - Steering Wheel Controls (if Equipped)
    424
  - Turning off Speed Control
    424
  - Navigation System Hands Free Control Features (if Equipped)
    425
  - Sync System Hands Free Control Feature (if Equipped)
    425
  - Navigation System/Sync Hands Free Control Features (if Equipped)
    426
  - To Close the Moon Roof
    426
  - To Open the Moon Roof
    426
  - Bounce-Back Override
    427
  - Message Center (if Equipped)
    427
  - To Vent
    427
  - Average Fuel Economy (AFE)
    428
  - Distance to Empty (DTE)
    428
  - Info Menu
    428
  - Reset
    428
  - Instantaneous Fuel Economy
    429
  - Setup Menu
    429
  - Reset to English (if in Another Language)
    430
  - System Check
    430
  - Autolamp Sec
    431
  - Oil Life
    431
  - Units (English/Metric)
    431
  - Autolock and Autounlock
    432
  - Compass Zone/Compass Calibration
    432
  - Language
    432
  - System Warnings
    432
  - Warning Messages that Have Been Reset Are Divided into Two Categories
    433
  - Cargo Area Features
    435
  - Cargo Shade (if Equipped)
    435
  - Liftgate
    435
  - Cargo Management System (if Equipped)
    436
  - To Install the Shade
    436
  - To Operate the Shade
    436
  - Luggage Rack
    437
  - Passenger Side Cargo Compartment
    437
  - To Adjust the Cross-Bar (if Equipped) Position
    437
  - To Remove the Cross-Bar Assembly (if Equipped) from the Roof Rack Side Rails
    438
  - To Reinstall the Cross-Bar Assembly (if Equipped) to the Roof Rack Side Rails
    439
Locks and Security

440
- Recommended Handling of the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter (IKT)
  441
- Deactivating/Activating Autolock
  442
- Door Key Unlocking/Locking
  442
- Power Door Locks
  442
- Keyless Entry Keypad Procedure
  443
- Power Door Unlock/Lock Procedure
  443
- Autounlock
  444
- Deactivating/Activating Autounlock
  444
- Message Center Procedure
  444
- Power Door Lock Switch Autounlock Enable/Disable Procedure
  444
- Keyless Entry Keypad Autounlock Enable/Disable Procedure
  445
- Smart Unlocking Feature
  445
- Childproof Door Locks
  446
- Remote Entry System (if Equipped)
  446
- One Step Door Unlocking
  447
- Switching from Two Step to One Step Door Unlocking
  447
- Two Step Door Unlocking
  447
- Car Finder
  448
- Locking the Doors
  448
- Replacing the Battery
  448
- Sounding a Panic Alarm
  448
- How to Reprogram Your Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (Ikts)
  449
- Illuminated Entry
  449
- Replacing Lost Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (Ikts)
  449
- To Replace the Battery
  449
- Deactivating/Activating Perimeter Lamps Illuminated Entry
  450
- Perimeter Lamps Illuminated Entry
  450
- Illuminated Exit
  451
- Securicode Keyless Entry System (if Equipped)
  451
- Anti-Scan Feature
  452
- Erasing Personal Code
  452
- Programming Your Own Personal Entry Code
  452
- Securilock Passive Anti-Theft System
  453
- Unlocking and Locking the Doors and Liftgate Using Keyless Entry
  453
- Anti-Theft Indicator
  454
- Automatic Arming
  454
- Automatic Disarming
  454
- Programming Spare Keys
  455
- Replacement Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKT) and Coded Keys
  455
- Adjustable Head Restraints
  457
- Front Seats
  457
- Seating and Safety Restraints
  457
  - Adjusting the Front Manual Seat (if Equipped)
    460
  - Adjusting the Front Power Seat (if Equipped)
    460
  - Heated Seats (if Equipped)
    462
  - Folding down Rear Seats
    463
  - Head Restraints
    463
  - Rear Seats
    463
  - Returning the Rear Seats to Upright Position
    466
  - To Install the Rear Cushion
    467
  - To Remove the Rear Cushion
    467
  - How Does the Personal Safety System Work?
    468
  - Safety Restraints
    468
    
    Driver and Passenger Dual-Stage Airbag Supplemental Restraints
    469
    
    Driver’s Seat Position Sensor
    469
    
    Front Crash Severity Sensor
    469
    
    Front Passenger Sensing System
    469
    
    Front Safety Belt Pretensioners
    470
    
    Front Safety Belt Usage Sensors
    470
    
    Safety Belt Energy Management Retractors
    470
    
    Determining if the Personal Safety System Is Operational
    471
    
    Safety Restraints Precautions
    471
    
    Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
    473
    
    Energy Management Feature
    473
    
    Vehicle Sensitive Mode
    473
    
    Automatic Locking Mode
    474
    
    How to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
    474
    
    When to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
    474
    
    How to Disengage the Automatic Locking Mode
    475
    
    Safety Belt Height Adjustment
    475
    
    Safety Belt Pretensioner
    475
    
    Safety Belt Extension Assembly
    476
    
    Safety Belt Warning Light and Indicator Chime
    476
    
    Belt-Minder
    477
    
    Conditions of Operation
    477
    
    The Following Are Reasons most Often Given for Not Wearing Safety Belts (All Statistics Based on U.S. Data)
    479
    
    Deactivating/Activating the Belt-Minder Feature
    480
    
    One-Time Disable
    480
    
    Airbag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
    482
    
    Important SRS Precautions
    482
    
    Children and Airbags
    484
    
    How Does the Airbag Supplemental Restraint System Work?
    484
  - Airbags
    485
    
    The SRS Consists of
    485
    
    The Front Passenger Sensing System will Disable (will Not Inflate) the Front Passenger’s Frontal Airbag if
    486
    
    The Front Passenger Sensing System will Turn off the Passenger Seat Side Airbag if
    487
    
    If You Think that the Status of the Passenger Airbag off Indicator Lamp Is Incorrect, Check for the Following
    489
    
    Determining if the System Is Operational
    490
    
    If Objects Are Lodged And/Or Cargo Is Interfering with the Seat; Please Take the Following Steps to Remove the Obstruction
    490
    
    If the Airbag Readiness Lamp Is Lit, Do the Following
    490
    
    A Difficulty with the System Is Indicated by One or more of the Following
    491
    
    Seat-Mounted Side Airbag System
    491
    
    How Does the Side Airbag System Work?
    492
    
    Safety Canopy System
    494
    
    How Does the Safety Canopy System Work?
    495
    
    Disposal of Airbags and Airbag Equipped Vehicles (Including Pretensioners)
    497
    
    Important Child Restraint Precautions
    497
    
    Safety Restraints for Children
    497
    
    SOS Post-Crash Alert System
    497
    
    Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children
    498
    
    Recommendations for Attaching Child Safety Restraints for Children
    499
    
    Transporting Children
    500
    
    Infant And/Or Toddler Seats
    501
    
    Installing Child Safety Seats with Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
    501
    
    Safety Seats for Children
    501
    
    Perform the Following Steps When Installing the Child Seat with Combination Lap/Shoulder Belts
    502
    
    Attaching Child Safety Seats with Latch (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) Attachments
    505
    
    Combining Safety Belt and Latch Lower Anchors for Attaching Child Safety Seats
    507
    
    Use of Inboard Lower Anchors from the Outboard Seating Positions (Center Seating Use)
    507
    
    Attaching Child Safety Seats with Tether Straps
    508
    
    Perform the Following Steps to Install a Child Safety Seat with Tether Anchors
    508
    
    The Tether Strap Anchors in Your Vehicle Are in the Following Positions(Shown from Top View)
    508
    
    Child Booster Seats
    510
    
    When Children Should Use Booster Seats
    511
    
    Types of Booster Seats
    512
    
    The Importance of Shoulder Belts
    513
    
    Child Restraint and Safety Belt Maintenance
    514
    
    4WD and AWD Systems (if Equipped)
    515
    
    Notice to Utility Vehicle and Truck Owners
    515
  - Tires, Wheels and Loading
    515
    
    Vehicle Characteristics
    515
    
    How Your Vehicle Differs from Other Vehicles
    516
    
    Information about Uniform Tire Quality Grading
    517
    
    Temperature a B C
    518
    
    Traction AA a B C
    518
    
    Treadwear
    518
    
    Glossary of Tire Terminology
    519
    
    Tires
    519
    
    Inflating Your Tires
    520
    
    Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure Is the Tire Manufacturer’s
    520
    
    To Check the Pressure in Your Tire(S)
    521
    
    Damage
    522
    
    Inspecting Your Tires
    522
    
    Tire Care
    522
    
    Tire Wear
    522
    
    Tire Replacement Requirements
    523
    
    U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)
    523
    
    Highway Hazards
    525
    
    Safety Practices
    525
    
    Front Wheel Drive (FWD)
    526
    
    Tire and Wheel Alignment
    526
    
    Tire Rotation
    526
    
    Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall
    527
    
    Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)
    527
    
    H
    528
    
    Information on “P” Type Tires
    528
    
    R
    528
    
    M+S or M/S
    529
    
    Maximum Load
    529
    
    Tire Ply Composition and Material Used
    529
    
    Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure
    530
    
    Treadwear, Traction and Temperature Grades
    530
    
    Additional Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall for “LT” Type Tires
    531
    
    Load Range/Load Inflation Limits
    531
    
    Maximum Load Dual Lb. (Kg) at Psi (Kpa) Cold
    531
    
    Maximum Load Single Lb. (Kg) at Psi (Kpa) Cold
    531
    
    Information on “T” Type Tires
    532
    
    Location of the Tire Label
    532
  - Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
    533
    
    Changing Tires with TPMS
    534
    
    Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
    534
    
    When Your Temporary Spare Tire Is Installed
    534
    
    When You Believe Your System Is Not Operating Properly
    535
    
    How Temperature Affects Your Tire Pressure
    536
    
    When Inflating Your Tires
    536
    
    Snow Tires and Cables
    537
    
    Base Curb Weight
    538
    
    Payload
    538
    
    Vehicle Curb Weight
    538
    
    Vehicle Loading–With and Without a Trailer
    538
    
    Cargo Weight
    540
    
    GAW (Gross Axle Weight)
    540
    
    GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
    540
    
    GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)
    540
    
    GCW (Gross Combined Weight)
    541
    
    GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
    541
    
    GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)
    542
    
    Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight
    542
    
    Steps for Determining the Correct Load Limit
    542
    
    Tongue Load or Fifth Wheel King Pin Weight
    542
    
    Special Loading Instructions for Owners of Pickup Trucks and Utility-Type Vehicles
    544
  - Trailer Towing
    544
    
    GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weights
    545
    
    Preparing to Tow
    546
    
    Driving While You Tow
    547
    
    Safety Chains
    547
    
    Trailer Brakes
    547
    
    Trailer Lamps
    547
    
    Launching or Retrieving a Boat
    548
    
    Servicing after Towing
    548
    
    Trailer Towing Tips
    548
    
    Front Wheel Drive (FWD) Vehicles
    549
  - Recreational Towing
    549
  - Four Wheel Drive (4WD) Vehicles
    550
  - Driving
    551
    
    Positions of the Ignition
    551
    
    Preparing to Start Your Vehicle
    551
  - Starting
    551
    
    Before Starting the Vehicle
    552
    
    Important Safety Precautions
    552
    
    If Starting a Vehicle with a Manual Transmission
    553
    
    Guarding against Exhaust Fumes
    554
    
    Important Ventilating Information
    554
    
    Starting the Engine
    554
    
    Engine Block Heater (if Equipped)
    555
    
    Prior to Using the Engine Block Heater, Follow These Recommendations for Proper and Safe Operation
    555
  - Brakes
    556
    
    How to Use the Engine Block Heater
    556
    
    ABS Warning Lamp
    557
    
    Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
    557
    
    Using ABS
    557
    
    Parking Brake
    558
    
    Advancetrac with Roll Stability Control (RSC) Stability Enhancement System
    559
    
    The Advancetrac with RSC System Provides the Following Stability Enhancement Features for Certain Driving Situations
    560
    
    Traction Control (TCS)
    561
    
    When an Event Occurs that Activates Advancetrac with RSC You May Experience the Following
    561
    
    Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
    562
    
    Roll Stability Control (RSC)
    562
    
    Advancetrac with RSC Features
    563
    
    Switching off Traction Control
    563
    
    Trailer Sway Control (if Equipped)
    563
    
    Disabling Trailer Sway Control
    564
    
    Preparing to Drive
    565
    
    Steering
    565
    
    Automatic Transmission Operation (if Equipped)
    566
    
    Brake-Shift Interlock
    566
    
    Automatic Transmission Adaptive Learning
    567
    
    D (Drive) with Overdrive
    568
    
    P (Park) and N (Neutral)
    568
    
    R (Reverse)
    568
    
    Understanding the Gearshift Positions of the 6–Speed Automatic Transmission
    568
    
    D (Drive) with Grade Assist
    569
    
    L (Low)
    569
    
    If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck in Mud or Snow
    570
    
    Manual Transmission Operation (if Equipped)
    570
    
    Using the Clutch
    570
    
    Parking Your Vehicle
    571
    
    Recommended Shift Speeds
    571
    
    Reverse
    571
    
    Upshifts During Light to Moderate Accelerations and Cruises (for Best Fuel Economy)
    571
    
    Reverse Sensing System (if Equipped)
    572
    
    Basic Operating Principles
    574
    
    Driving Off-Road with Truck and Utility Vehicles
    574
    
    Four Wheel Drive (4WD) System (if Equipped)
    574
    
    If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
    575
    
    If Your Vehicle Goes off the Edge of the Pavement
    575
    
    Emergency Maneuvers
    576
    
    Sand
    576
    
    Mud and Water
    577
    
    Driving on Hilly or Sloping Terrain
    578
    
    Driving on Snow and Ice
    579
    
    Maintenance and Modifications
    579
    
    Driving through Water
    580
  - Getting Roadside Assistance
    581
  - Roadside Emergencies
    581
  - Hazard Flasher Control
    582
  - Using Roadside Assistance
    582
  - Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
    583
  - Fuses and Relays
    583
    
    Roadside Emergencies
    583
    
    Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
    584
    
    Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color
    584
    
    The Fuses Are Coded as Follows
    585
    
    Power Distribution Box
    587
    
    The High-Current Fuses Are Coded as Follows
    588
    
    Changing a Flat Tire
    590
    
    Dissimilar Spare Tire/Wheel Information
    591
    
    Full-Size Dissimilar Spare with Label on Wheel
    591
    
    T-Type Mini-Spare
    591
    
    Full-Size Dissimilar Spare Without Label on Wheel
    592
    
    Removing the Jack and Tools
    593
    
    Stopping and Securing the Vehicle
    593
    
    Removing the Spare Tire or Spare Tire and Tether (if Equipped)
    594
    
    Tire Change Procedure
    595
    
    Stowing the Flat/Spare Tire
    600
    
    Stowing the Jack and Tools
    600
    
    Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
    601
  - Jump Starting
    602
    
    Running out of Fuel
    602
    
    Connecting the Jumper Cables
    603
    
    Preparing Your Vehicle
    603
    
    Remove the Jumper Cables in the Reverse Order that They Were Connected
    606
    
    Removing the Jumper Cables
    606
  - Wrecker Towing
    608
  - Emergency Towing
    609
  - Customer Assistance
    610
    
    Getting the Services You Need
    610
    
    In California (U.S. Only)
    612
    
    Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada
    615
    
    Ordering Additional Owner's Literature
    616
  - Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
    616
  - Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)
    617
  - Cleaning
    618
    
    Exterior Chrome
    618
    
    Washing the Exterior
    618
    
    Aluminum Wheels and Wheel Covers
    619
    
    Paint Chips
    619
    
    Waxing
    619
    
    2.5L I4
    620
    
    Engine
    620
    
    3.0L V6 Duratec Engine
    621
    
    Plastic (Non-Painted) Exterior Parts
    621
    
    Windows and Wiper Blades
    621
    
    Instrument Panel/Interior Trim and Cluster Lens
    622
    
    If a Staining Liquid Like Coffee/Juice Has Been Spilled on the Instrument Panel or on Interior Trim Surfaces, Clean as Follows
    623
    
    Interior
    623
    
    Ford and Lincoln Mercury Car Care Products
    624
    
    Leather Seats (if Equipped)
    624
    
    Underbody
    624
  - Maintenance and Specifications
    626
    
    Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
    626
    
    Service Recommendations
    626
    
    Working with the Engine off
    626
    
    Opening the Hood
    627
    
    Working with the Engine on
    627
    
    2.5L I4 Engine
    628
    
    Identifying Components in the Engine Compartment
    628
    
    Checking and Adding Washer Fluid for the Liftgate
    630
    
    Windshield Washer Fluid
    630
    
    Changing the Wiper Blades
    631
    
    Changing Rear Window Wiper Blade
    632
    
    Checking the Engine Oil
    632
    
    Adding Engine Oil
    634
    
    Engine Oil and Filter Recommendations
    635
    
    Use SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil
    635
  - Battery
    636
    
    50/50 Mixture of Coolant and Water Provides the Following
    638
    
    Checking Engine Coolant
    638
    
    Adding Engine Coolant
    639
    
    Coolant Refill Capacity
    641
    
    Recycled Engine Coolant
    641
    
    Severe Climates
    641
    
    How Fail-Safe Cooling Works
    642
    
    What You Should Know about Fail-Safe Cooling (2.5L I4 Engine Only)
    642
    
    Fuel Filter
    643
    
    What You Should Know about Automotive Fuels
    643
    
    When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated
    643
    
    Observe the Following Guidelines When Handling Automotive Fuel
    644
    
    Refueling
    645
    
    Easy Fuel "No Cap" Fuel System
    646
    
    Choosing the Right Fuel
    647
    
    Octane Recommendations
    647
    
    Cleaner Air
    648
    
    Fuel Quality
    648
    
    Refilling with a Portable Fuel Container
    649
    
    Essentials of Good Fuel Economy
    650
    
    Filling the Tank
    650
    
    Measuring Techniques
    650
    
    Calculating Fuel Economy
    651
    
    Driving Style-Good Driving and Fuel Economy Habits
    651
    
    Conditions
    652
    
    Maintenance
    652
    
    Emission Control System
    653
    
    EPA Fuel Economy Estimates
    653
    
    On Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)
    654
    
    Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
    655
    
    Brake/Clutch Fluid
    656
    
    Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid (if Equipped)
    656
    
    Transmission Fluid
    656
    
    Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels
    657
    
    Correct Fluid Level
    657
    
    High Fluid Level
    657
    
    Low Fluid Level
    657
    
    Air Filter
    658
    
    Checking and Adding Manual Transmission Fluid (if Equipped)
    658
    
    Motorcraft Part Numbers
    660
    
    Maintenance Product Specifications and Capasities
    661
  - Engine Data
    664
    
    Engine Drivebelt Routing
    664
    
    Identifying Your Vehicle
    665
    
    Safety Compliance Certification Label
    665
    
    Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
    665
    
    Transmission Code Designations
    666
    
    Exterior Style
    667
    
    Genuine Ford Accessories for Your Vehicle
    667
    
    Interior Style
    667
    
    Lifestyle
    668
    
    Peace of Mind
    668
  - Index
    669

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