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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Introduction
CONGRATULATIONS
SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION
Warning symbols in this guide
Warning symbols on your vehicle
Protecting the environment
BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE
SPECIAL NOTICES
New Vehicle Limited Warranty
Service Data Recording
Event Data Recording
Special instructions
Cell phone use
Middle East/North Africa vehicle specific information
Instrument Cluster
WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES
GAUGES
Entertainment Systems
AUDIO SYSTEMS
AM/FM stereo/ single CD sound system (if equipped)
Premium/Audiophile In-Dash Six CD/MP3 Sound System (if equipped)
GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION
Navigation system (if equipped)
FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT DVD SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
Operating
Inserting a CD/DVD
Removing a CD/DVD (while playing)
Playing an auxiliary device
On-screen indicators
Safety information
Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Compliance
Care and service of the DVD player
Environmental extremes
Temperature extremes
Humidity and moisture condensation
Cleaning the liquid crystal display (LCD) flip-down screen
Foreign substances
Cleaning compact discs
Cleaning the DVD player
DVD player controls
DVD control features
Menu control
Next/Previous control
REV/FWD control
Enter control
CD play mode
Slow play mode
User menu mode
Remote control
Dual play mode
Single play mode
Battery replacement
Parental control
Wireless headphones
Wireless headphone operation
Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) flip-down screen
Playback and format
Saving MP3 files
Family Entertainment DVD System protection circuits
High temperature sensor circuit
Climate Controls
MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
Operating tips
DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control with heated seats (if equipped)
Operating tips
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER
Lights
HEADLAMP CONTROL
Autolamp control (if equipped)
Autolamps - Programmable exit delay
High beams
Flash to pass
Foglamp control (if equipped)
Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)
PANEL DIMMER CONTROL
AIMING THE HEADLAMPS
Vertical aim adjustment
TURN SIGNAL CONTROL
INTERIOR LAMPS
Dome lamps and map lamps
BULB REPLACEMENT
Headlamp Condensation
Using the right bulbs
Replacing exterior bulbs
Replacing headlamp (low beam) bulbs
Replacing headlamp (high beam) bulbs
Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs
Replacing tail lamp/brake lamp/backup lamp/turn signal lamp bulbs
Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulbs
Replacing license plate lamp bulbs
Replacing foglamp bulbs
Driver Controls
MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER
TILT STEERING WHEEL
ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED)
OVERHEAD CONSOLE
Storage compartment
CLOCK (IF EQUIPPED)
INSTRUMENT PANEL STORAGE COMPARTMENT
CENTER CONSOLE
AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC)
POWER WINDOWS
One touch up or down
Window lock
Bounce-Back (Driver’s window only)
Security Override
Accessory delay
AUTOMATIC DIMMING INSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED)
EXTERIOR MIRRORS
Power side view mirrors
Fold-away mirrors
Heated outside mirrors (if equipped)
POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED)
SPEED CONTROL
Setting speed control
Disengaging speed control
Resuming a set speed
Increasing speed while using speed control
Reducing speed while using speed control
Turning off speed control
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED)
Radio control features
MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED)
HOMELINK WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
Programming
Gate Operator & Canadian Programming
Operating the HomeLink Wireless Control System
Erasing HomeLink buttons
Reprogramming a single HomeLink button
MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED)
Selectable features
Reset
Info menu
Odometer/Trip odometer
Distance to empty (DTE)
Average fuel economy (AFE)
Fuel Used
Trip elapsed drive time
Compass display
Compass zone adjustment
Compass calibration adjustment
Setup menu
Language
Units (English/Metric)
System check
System warnings
INTERIOR TRUNK CONTROL
CARGO AREA FEATURES
Cargo net (if equipped)
Locks and Security
KEYS
POWER DOOR LOCKS
Smart locks
Power door lock/unlock inhibit feature
CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS
INTERIOR LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT RELEASE
REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM
Unlocking the doors
Locking the doors
Sounding a panic alarm
Opening the trunk
Memory seats/power mirrors/adjustable pedals (if equipped)
Activating the memory seat feature
Replacing the battery
Replacing lost remote entry transmitters
How to reprogram your remote entry transmitters
Illuminated entry
Battery saver
Illuminated exit
KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM
Programming a personal entry code and keypad association to memory seats, mirrors and pedals
Erasing personal code
Anti-scan feature
Unlocking and locking the doors using keyless entry
Autolock
Deactivating/activating autolock
Power door unlock/lock procedure
Keyless entry key pad procedure
SECURILOCK PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM
Anti-theft indicator
Automatic arming
Automatic disarming
Replacement keys
Programming spare keys
PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
Arming the system
Disarming the system
Triggering the anti-theft system
Seating and Safety Restraints
SEATING
Adjustable head restraints
Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped)
Folding down the front passenger seatback
Adjusting the front manual seat (if equipped)
Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped)
Heated seats (if equipped)
Memory seats/power mirrors/adjustable pedals (if equipped)
REAR SEATS
Head restraints (if equipped)
Split-folding rear seat
Seat mounted cup holders and armrest storage compartment (if equipped)
SAFETY RESTRAINTS
Personal Safety System
How does the Personal Safety System work?
Driver and passenger dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints
Front crash severity sensor
Driver’s seat position sensor
Front passenger sensing system
Front safety belt usage sensors
Front safety belt pretensioners
Front safety belt energy management retractors
Determining if the Personal Safety System is operational
Safety belt precautions
Combination lap and shoulder belts
Energy Management Feature — Front Outboard
Vehicle sensitive mode
Automatic locking mode
When to use the automatic locking mode
How to use the automatic locking mode
How to disengage the automatic locking mode
Safety belt height adjustment
Safety belt warning light and indicator chime
Conditions of operation
BeltMinder
One time disable
Deactivating/activating the BeltMinder feature
Safety belt extension assembly
Safety belt maintenance
AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)
Important supplemental restraint system precautions
Children and airbags
How does the airbag supplemental restraint system work?
Front passenger sensing system
Determining if the system is operational
Seat-mounted side airbag system (if equipped)
How does the side airbag system work?
Safety Canopy system (if equipped)
How does the Safety Canopy system work?
Determining if the system is operational
Disposal of airbags and airbag equipped vehicles
SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN
Important child restraint precautions
Children and safety belts
Child booster seats
When children should use booster seats
Types of booster seats
The importance of shoulder belts
SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN
Child and infant or child safety seats
Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder belts
Attaching child safety seats with tether straps
Attaching safety seats with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) attachments for child seat anchors
Tires, Wheels and Loading
INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING
Treadwear
Traction AA A B C
Temperature A B C
TIRES
Glossary of tire terminology
INFLATING YOUR TIRES
TIRE CARE
Inspecting your tires
Tire wear
Damage
U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)
Tire Replacement Requirements
Safety practices
Highway hazards
Tire and wheel alignment
Tire rotation
INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALL
Information on “P” type tires
Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” type tires
Information on “T” type tires
Location of the tire label
SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS
VEHICLE LOADING – WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILER
TRAILER TOWING
Preparing to tow
Hitches
Safety chains
Trailer brakes
Trailer lamps
Driving while you tow
Servicing after towing
Trailer towing tips
RECREATIONAL TOWING
Driving
STARTING
Positions of the ignition
Starting your vehicle
Important safety precautions
Starting the engine
Guarding against exhaust fumes
Important ventilating information
USING THE ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF EQUIPPED)
BRAKES
Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS)
Using ABS
ABS warning lamp
Parking brake
TRACTION CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
STEERING
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE OPERATION
Brake-shift interlock
Understanding the gearshift positions of the Continuously Variable Transaxle (CVT) (if equipped)
Understanding the gearshift positions of the 6–speed automatic transaxle (if equipped)
REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
Driving off-highway with AWD vehicles
Basic operating principles
If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement
If your vehicle gets stuck
Emergency maneuvers
AWD Systems (if equipped)
Sand
Mud and water
Driving on hilly or sloping terrain
Driving on snow and ice
Maintenance and Modifications
DRIVING THROUGH WATER
Roadside Emergencies
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
Getting roadside assistance
Using roadside assistance
Roadside coverage beyond basic warranty
HAZARD FLASHER CONTROL
FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH
FUSES AND RELAYS
Fuses
Standard fuse amperage rating and color
Passenger compartment fuse panel/Smart Junction Box (SJB)
Power distribution box
CHANGING THE TIRES
Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information
Removing the spare tire and jack
Tire change procedure
Stowing the tire and jack
WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
JUMP STARTING
Preparing your vehicle
Connecting the jumper cables
Jump starting
Removing the jumper cables
WRECKER TOWING
Customer Assistance
GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED
At home
Away from home
Additional Assistance
IN CALIFORNIA (U.S. ONLY)
THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM (U.S. ONLY)
UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM (CANADA ONLY)
FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN
GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U.S. AND CANADA
ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER’S LITERATURE
Obtaining a French owner’s guide
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY)
Cleaning
WASHING THE EXTERIOR
WAXING
PAINT CHIPS
ALUMINUM WHEELS AND WHEEL COVERS
ENGINE
PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS
WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CLUSTER LENS
INTERIOR TRIM
INTERIOR
LEATHER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)
UNDERBODY
FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS
Maintenance and Specifications
SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS
PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE
Working with the engine off
Working with the engine on
OPENING THE HOOD
IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
3.0L DOHC V6 DURATEC ENGINE
WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID
CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES
ENGINE OIL
Checking the engine oil
Adding engine oil
Engine oil and filter recommendations
Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil.
BATTERY
ENGINE COOLANT
Checking engine coolant
Adding engine coolant
Recycled engine coolant
Coolant refill capacity
Severe climates
FUEL FILTER
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS
Important safety precautions
Refueling
Fuel Filler Cap
Choosing the right fuel
Octane recommendations
Fuel quality
Cleaner air
Running out of fuel
ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY
Measuring techniques
Filling the tank
Calculating fuel economy
Driving style — good driving and fuel economy habits
Habits
Maintenance
Conditions
EPA window sticker
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
On board diagnostics (OBD-II)
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing
POWER STEERING FLUID
BRAKE FLUID
TRANSAXLE FLUID
Checking automatic transaxle fluid—CVT transaxle
Checking 6–speed automatic transmission fluid (if equipped)
Checking automatic transmission fluid at operating temperature (158°F-176°F [70°C-80°C])
Checking automatic transmission fluid at cool temperature (32°F-81°F [17°C-27°C])
Low fluid level
High fluid level
Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels
MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS
REFILL CAPACITIES
LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS
ENGINE DATA
VEHICLE DIMENSIONS
IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE
Safety Compliance Certification Label
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE CODE DESIGNATIONS
Accessories
GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE
Exterior style
Interior style
Lifestyle
Peace of mind
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