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Ford 2009 Escape Owner's Manual (321 pages)
Brand:
Ford
| Category:
Automobile
| Size: 2 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1
Introduction
4
Safety and Environment Protection
4
Breaking-In Your Vehicle
5
Perchlorate Material
5
Protecting the Environment
5
Service Data Recording
6
Special Instructions
6
Event Data Recording
7
Cell Phone Use
8
Using Your Vehicle as an Ambulance
8
Using Your Vehicle with a Snowplow
8
Export Unique (Non–United States/Canada) Vehicle Specific Information
9
Vehicle Symbol Glossary
10
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
Required Equipment
29
To Play Your Portable Music Player Using the Auxiliary Input Jack
29
USB Port (if Equipped)
30
General Audio Information
31
Radio Frequencies
31
Radio Reception Factors
31
CD/CD Player Care
32
Audio System Warranty and Service
33
MP3 Track and Folder Structure
33
Sample MP3 Structure
34
Satellite Radio Information (if Equipped)
34
Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number (ESN)
35
SIRIUS Satellite Radio Service
35
Navigation System (if Equipped)
37
Sync (if Equipped)
37
Climate Controls
38
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning
38
Outside Temperature (if Equipped)
39
Operating Tips
40
For Maximum Cooling Performance in MAX A/C Mode
40
To Aid in Side Window Defogging/Demisting in Cold Weather
40
Dual Automatic Temperature Control (if Equipped)
41
For Maximum Cooling Performance
43
Manual Operation
43
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
Interior Lighting Battery Saver
51
Lamp Assembly Condensation
51
Using the Right Bulbs
51
Replacing Exterior Bulbs
52
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs
52
Replacing Interior Bulbs
52
Replacing Front Parking Lamp/Turn Signal Bulbs
53
Replacing Front Sidemarker Bulbs
54
Replacing High-Mount Brake Lamp Bulbs
54
Replacing Tail/Stop/Turn/Backup Lamp Bulbs
54
Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulbs
55
Replacing Fog Lamp Bulbs (if Equipped)
56
Driver Controls
57
Windshield Wiper/Washer Control
57
Multi-Function Lever
57
Windshield Wiper Rainlamp Feature (if Equipped with Autolamp)
57
Rear Window Wiper/Washer Controls
58
Tilt Steering Wheel
58
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
Recommended Handling of the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter
86
Power Door Locks
87
Door Key Unlocking/Locking
87
Deactivating/Activating Autolock
87
Power Door Unlock/Lock Procedure
88
Keyless Entry Keypad Procedure
88
Message Center Procedure
89
Deactivating/Activating Autounlock
89
Power Door Lock Switch Autounlock Enable/Disable Procedure
89
Keyless Entry Keypad Autounlock Enable/Disable Procedure
90
Smart Unlocking Feature
90
Childproof Door Locks
91
Remote Entry System (if Equipped)
91
Two Step Door Unlocking
92
One Step Door Unlocking
92
Switching from Two Step to One Step Door Unlocking
92
Locking the Doors
93
Opening the Liftgate Glass (if Equipped)
93
Sounding a Panic Alarm
93
Replacing the Battery
93
To Replace the Battery
94
Replacing Lost Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (Ikts)
94
How to Reprogram Your Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (Ikts)
94
Perimeter Lamps Illuminated Entry
95
Deactivating/Activating Perimeter Lamps Illuminated Entry
95
Illuminated Exit
96
Securicode Keyless Entry System (if Equipped)
96
Programming Your Own Personal Entry Code
97
Erasing Personal Code
97
Anti-Scan Feature
97
Unlocking and Locking the Doors and Liftgate Using Keyless Entry
98
Securilock Passive Anti-Theft System
98
Anti-Theft Indicator
99
Automatic Arming
99
Automatic Disarming
99
Replacement Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKT) and Coded Keys
100
Programming Spare Keys
100
Front Seats
102
Adjustable Head Restraints
102
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
Personal Safety System
113
How Does the Personal Safety System Work?
113
Driver and Passenger Dual-Stage Airbag Supplemental Restraints
114
Front Crash Severity Sensor
114
Driver’s Seat Position Sensor
114
Front Passenger Sensing System
114
Front Safety Belt Usage Sensors
115
Front Safety Belt Pretensioners
115
Safety Belt Energy Management Retractors
115
Determining if the Personal Safety System Is Operational
116
Safety Restraints Precautions
116
Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
118
Energy Management Feature
118
Vehicle Sensitive Mode
118
Automatic Locking Mode
119
When to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
119
How to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
119
How to Disengage the Automatic Locking Mode
120
Safety Belt Height Adjustment
120
Safety Belt Pretensioner
120
Safety Belt Extension Assembly
121
Safety Belt Warning Light and Indicator Chime
121
Conditions of Operation
122
Belt-Minder
122
One-Time Disable
125
Deactivating/Activating the Belt-Minder Feature
125
Airbag Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)
127
Important SRS Precautions
127
Children and Airbags
129
How Does the Airbag Supplemental Restraint System Work?
129
If the Airbag Readiness Lamp Is Lit
135
Determining if the System Is Operational
135
Seat-Mounted Side Airbag System
136
How Does the Side Airbag System Work?
137
Safety Canopy System
139
How Does the Safety Canopy System Work?
140
SOS Post-Crash Alert System
142
Disposal of Airbags and Airbag Equipped Vehicles
142
Safety Restraints for Children
142
Important Child Restraint Precautions
142
Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children
143
Recommendations for Attaching Child Safety Restraints for Children
144
Transporting Children
145
Safety Seats for Children
146
Infant And/Or Toddler Seats
146
Installing Child Safety Seats with Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
146
Attaching Child Safety Seats with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) Attachments
150
Use of Inboard Lower Anchors from the Outboard Seating Positions
152
Combining Safety Belt and LATCH Lower Anchors for Attaching Child Safety Seats
152
Attaching Child Safety Seats with Tether Straps
153
Child Booster Seats
155
When Children Should Use Booster Seats
156
Types of Booster Seats
157
The Importance of Shoulder Belts
158
Child Restraint and Safety Belt Maintenance
159
4WD and AWD Systems (if Equipped)
160
Notice to Utility Vehicle and Truck Owners
160
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
Changing Tires with TPMS
179
Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
179
When Your Temporary Spare Tire Is Installed
179
When You Believe Your System Is Not Operating Properly
180
How Temperature Affects Your Tire Pressure
181
When Inflating Your Tires
181
Snow Tires and Cables
182
Base Curb Weight
183
Payload
183
Vehicle Curb Weight
183
Vehicle Loading – with and Without a Trailer
183
Cargo Weight
185
GAW (Gross Axle Weight)
185
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
185
GCW (Gross Combined Weight)
186
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
186
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)
187
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight
187
Steps for Determining the Correct Load Limit
187
Special Loading Instructions for Owners of Pickup Trucks and Utility-Type Vehicles
189
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
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| Size: 2 MB
Table of Contents
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
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning
36
Dual Automatic Temperature Control
39
Automatic Operation
41
Rear Window Defroster
42
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
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Table of Contents
Essential Information
1
Dual Automatic Temperature Control with Heated Seats (if Equipped)
1
Additional Features
1
Mobile Media Navigation System (if Equipped)
1
Navigation System
1
Instrument Panel
2
Audio System
2
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) SYSTEM – (if Equipped)
2
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Table of Contents
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
Inflado de Llantas
183
Sistema de Monitoreo de Presión de las Llantas
198
Sistema de Monitoreo de Presión de las Llantas
199
Carga del Vehículo
204
Manejo
220
Arranque
220
Frenos
226
Advancetrac
229
Funcionamiento de la Transmisión
240
Emergencias en el Camino
253
Asistencia en el Camino
253
Control de Luces Intermitentes de Emergencia
255
Interruptor de Corte de la Bomba de Combustible
255
Fusibles y Relevadores
256
Caja de Distribución Eléctrica
261
Arranque con Cables Pasacorriente
278
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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