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Seating and Safety Restraints

Seating

Safety restraints

Air bags

Child restraints

Driving

107

Starting

107

Brakes

111

Traction control

112

Transmission operation

115

Trailer towing

122

Roadside Emergencies

125

Getting roadside assistance

125

Hazard flasher switch

126

Fuel pump shut-off switch

126

Fuses and relays

127

Changing tires

134

Jump starting

138

Wrecker towing

144

Customer Assistance

145

Reporting safety defects (U.S. only)

153

Cleaning

154

Table of Contents

Summary of Contents for 2003 Focus

Page 1: ...reo with CD 20 Climate Controls 35 Heater only 35 Manual heating and air conditioning 36 Lights 38 Headlamps 38 Turn signal control 41 Driver Controls 50 Windshield wiper washer control 50 Steering wh...

Page 2: ...control 112 Transmission operation 115 Trailer towing 122 Roadside Emergencies 125 Getting roadside assistance 125 Hazard flasher switch 126 Fuel pump shut off switch 126 Fuses and relays 127 Changing...

Page 3: ...x 208 All rights reserved Reproduction by any means electronic or mechanical including photocopying recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not...

Page 4: ...e information on Ford Motor Company and its products visit the following website In the United States www ford com In Canada www ford ca In Australia www ford com au In Mexico www ford com mx Addition...

Page 5: ...ecting the environment Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards this aim Information in this respect is highlighted i...

Page 6: ...Please read the section Supplemental Restraint System SRS in the Seating and safety restraints chapter Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury Front s...

Page 7: ...ment or government agencies others who may assert a right or obtain your consent to know such information MIDDLE EAST NORTH AFRICA VEHICLE SPECIFIC INFORMATION For your particular global region your v...

Page 8: ...eat Child Seat Installation Warning Child Seat Lower Anchor Child Seat Tether Anchor Brake System Anti Lock Brake System Brake Fluid Non Petroleum Based Traction Control AdvanceTrac Master Lighting Sw...

Page 9: ...l Panic Alarm Engine Oil Engine Coolant Engine Coolant Temperature Do Not Open When Hot Battery Avoid Smoking Flames or Sparks Battery Acid Explosive Gas Fan Warning Power Steering Fluid Maintain Corr...

Page 10: ...Instrument Cluster WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Standard instrument cluster Optional instrument cluster 2 3L 14 PZEV instrument cluster Instrument Cluster 10...

Page 11: ...e your vehicle serviced immediately Under engine misfire conditions excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter the fuel system interior floor coverings or other vehicle compon...

Page 12: ...ains on have the system serviced immediately A chime will also sound when a malfunction in the supplemental restraint system has been detected Safety belt Reminds you to fasten your safety belt A chim...

Page 13: ...when active If the light remains on have the system serviced immediately refer to the Driving chapter for more information Traction Control system if equipped Illuminates when the Traction Control is...

Page 14: ...m headlamps are turned on Key in ignition warning chime Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the OFF LOCK or ACC position and the driver s door is opened Headlamps on warning chime Sounds wh...

Page 15: ...ngine is overheating Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible switch off the engine and let the engine cool If it enters the red section and the multi function warning light illuminates refer to Ho...

Page 16: ...h your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine Fuel gauge Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank when the ignition is in the ON position T...

Page 17: ...s reached playback begins on the other side Partially press both to change tape sides Eject Fully press both controls to eject the tape 3 CD Press to engage CDDJ if equipped mode CDs and tracks are se...

Page 18: ...until AVC is displayed then use the SEEK control to adjust the levels 6 Seek reverse fast forward Press and release SEEK for previous reverse next fast forward strong station or CD track if equipped 7...

Page 19: ...nd hold CLK until the hour digit flashes Turn the volume control to increase decrease the hours Press again to set the minutes Turn the volume control to increase decrease the minutes 10 Power volume...

Page 20: ...ain menu functions Use SEEK for adjustments Tune adjust Press MENU until MAN appears in the display Press to manually move down up the radio frequency band Compression Press MENU until COMP appears in...

Page 21: ...ncy band AM FM tune to a station press and hold a preset button until sound returns With a CD press the preset control that corresponds to the desired disc AutoStore AutoStore allows you to set strong...

Page 22: ...the hours Press again to set the minutes Turn the volume control to increase decrease the minutes 9 Power volume Press to turn ON OFF turn to increase or decrease volume levels The system may functio...

Page 23: ...IN DASH CHANGER 9006 AM FM SOUND SYSTEM WITH 6 DISC IN DASH CHANGER CD AM FM SEEK SEEK 6 DISC CD PLAYER VOL ON OFF BASS FADE TREB BAL 1 2 3 4 5 6 SCAN CLK MENU EJ LOAD 6006 CD TUNER 1 2 6 10 7 3 4 5 8...

Page 24: ...ress the AM FM control to restore radio reception without ejecting the disc CD eject during playback Press the eject control during CD playback to eject the CD Press again to cancel the eject process...

Page 25: ...ithout losing your original manually set preset stations Press and hold AM FM to activate AST will flash in the display When the six strongest stations are filled the sound will be restored 7 Fade Pre...

Page 26: ...and remove the front panel To reposition the panel insert the right hand edge first then the left hand side until the retaining latch is engaged Replacement panels Your Ford Dealer will require the fo...

Page 27: ...Press or to manually move up down the radio frequency band Compression Press MENU until COMP appears in the display Press SEEK to engage disengage the feature Compression adjust brings soft and loud C...

Page 28: ...ress again to return 4 Clock Press to alternate the display between clock and audio information 5 Scan Radio and CD Press to hear a brief sampling of all radio stations or CD tracks Press again to sto...

Page 29: ...other radio stations in areas with a high density of stations Select AUDIO and press ENTER Select SHARX and press ENTER Turn the control to turn the function on off Press ENTER to save the setting Pro...

Page 30: ...TER Each press of the ENTER control will toggle between minutes and hours Turn the control to increase decrease the hours minutes Press BACK to exit the setting Note The clock only operates in 12 hour...

Page 31: ...ff Turn to adjust the volume levels The level will appear in the display Press with the ignition off to use the audio for up to one hour 15 Seek Radio Press to locate the six closest radio stations up...

Page 32: ...is equipped with a decoder that receives special signals transmitted on the FM frequency The station s name and information will show in the display Press RDS repeatedly to turn the feature on off MP...

Page 33: ...fic lights and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception Station overload When you pass a broadcast tower a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and play while the weak station frequency is...

Page 34: ...rtain recordable and re recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players Irregular shaped CDs CDs with a scratch protection film attached and CDs with homemade paper ad...

Page 35: ...ir May help reduce undesirable odors from entering the vehicle Recirculated air will not function in or any position in between and 4 Temperature selection Controls the temperature of the airflow in t...

Page 36: ...gh the instrument panel vents and the floor vents Distributes outside air through the floor vents Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and floor vents Distributes outside air...

Page 37: ...he temperature control to maintain comfort 4 Set the fan speed to HI 5 Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents close th...

Page 38: ...rn foglamps on The foglamp indicator light will illuminate Daytime running lamps DRL if equipped Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output To activate the ignition must be in the ON position and th...

Page 39: ...the instrument panel Domelamp Control The panel dimmer control also controls the domelamp operation Rotate the thumbwheel fully to the right past detent to activate the domelamp In order to turn off t...

Page 40: ...rence line If not the beam will need to be adjusted 5 Locate the vertical adjuster on each headlamp Using a 7mm Allen wrench turn the adjuster either clockwise to adjust down or counterclockwise to ad...

Page 41: ...f high intensity light If the left side of each light pattern is not at the reference line the beam needs to be adjusted 7 The adjusting screw has a thumb wheel that can be operated by hand Turn the a...

Page 42: ...tivated position and any door is open When the dome lamp switch is in the off position it will not illuminate when you open the doors Reading lamps if equipped The reading lamps are operated by separa...

Page 43: ...ps high beam VOL H7 Headlamps low beam VOL D2S Park lamp front VOL W5W Turn lamp front VOL 3457K Park and turn lamp front 3157K Side marker lamp front GE194 Foglamps if equipped 899 Stop turn and tail...

Page 44: ...fully and keep out of children s reach Grasp the bulb by only its plastic base and do not touch the glass The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the headlamps are operated...

Page 45: ...ille by turning counterclockwise 4 Pull the bulb straight out of the socket Install in reverse order Replacing turn signal lamps 1 Make sure the headlamp control is in the OFF position 2 Open the hood...

Page 46: ...e light housing 4 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise as far as possible and pull it out 5 Pull the bulb straight out of the socket Install in reverse order Replacing tail brake backup lights and tu...

Page 47: ...eplacing foglamp bulbs if equipped 1 Make sure the headlamp control is in the OFF position 2 Reach under the bumper cover and remove the bulb socket from the foglamp by turning counterclockwise 3 Disc...

Page 48: ...erse order Coupe and wagon 1 Make sure the headlamp control is in the OFF position 2 Remove the screws using a torx T20 screwdriver and then remove the plastic cover 3 Unclip the bulb holder from the...

Page 49: ...e order Replacing interior lamps 1 Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position 2 Switch off the interior lamps middle switch position 3 Pry out the light assembly with a flat screw driver at...

Page 50: ...ns Mist function To mist push and release the windshield washer control quickly The wipers will cycle two or three times to clear the windshield Windshield washer To activate the windshield washer pus...

Page 51: ...rd 3 Replace wiper blades every 6 months for optimum performance TILT AND TELESCOPE STEERING COLUMN IF EQUIPPED Pull the locking lever down to adjust and telescope the steering column position Return...

Page 52: ...he rocker switch to open the window Press and hold the top part of the rocker switch to close the window One touch down Allows the driver s window to open fully without holding the control down Press...

Page 53: ...equipped Both mirrors are heated automatically to remove ice mist and fog when the rear window defrost is activated Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or attempt to readjust the mirror...

Page 54: ...turn on Note Vehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving up and down a steep hill If the vehicle speed increases above the set speed on a downhill you may want to apply the brakes to reduce the sp...

Page 55: ...control to operate the Tap Up function Press and release this control to increase the vehicle set speed in small amounts by 1 6 km h 1 mph Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed When t...

Page 56: ...ed control set speed memory is erased MOON ROOF SUNROOF IF EQUIPPED You can move the glass panel of the moon roof back to open or tilt up to ventilate the vehicle To open the moon roof Press and relea...

Page 57: ...of into the vent position as far as possible Release the switch Press and hold the same switch again for 30 seconds until you see the moon roof move Release the switch and immediately press and hold i...

Page 58: ...Mobile Communications can enhance personal safety and security when appropriately used particularly in emergency situations Safety must be paramount when using mobile communications equipment to avoi...

Page 59: ...the pull handle if equipped and pull the liftgate down If the tailgate doesn t close due to a load do not use the pull handle to tie the liftgate down To lock the liftgate press the lock button down...

Page 60: ...re the retaining points The cover can be removed completely by pressing inward on both ends of the support To reduce the risk of injury the luggage cover must be properly attached to the mounting clip...

Page 61: ...ain a low center of gravity Ensure that the load is securely fastened Your fuel economy will decrease when you drive with items on the luggage rack When the rack is loaded check the tightness of the r...

Page 62: ...the will lock all the doors The power door lock controls are disabled 20 seconds after the ignition is turned to the OFF position Central door locking system if equipped The central locking system may...

Page 63: ...rs Insert the key and turn to the lock position key vertical to engage the childproof locks Insert the key and turn to the unlock position key horizontal to disengage the childproof locks INTERIOR LUG...

Page 64: ...ompartment near the tail lamps Keep vehicle doors and luggage compartment locked and keep keys and remote transmitters out of a child s reach Unsupervised children could lock themselves in the trunk a...

Page 65: ...ft system refer to Securilock passive anti theft system in this chapter open the luggage compartment without a key activate the panic alarm The remote entry features only operate with the ignition in...

Page 66: ...k is closed and latched before driving your vehicle Failure to properly latch the trunk may cause objects to fall out or block the driver s rear view Sounding a panic alarm Press to activate the alarm...

Page 67: ...erate normally after battery replacement Replacing lost remote entry transmitters If you would like to have your remote entry transmitter reprogrammed because you lost one or would like to buy additio...

Page 68: ...o your vehicle or you can program the keys yourself Refer to Programming spare keys for instructions on how to program the coded key Note The SecuriLock passive anti theft system is not compatible wit...

Page 69: ...ed keys can be very costly Store an extra programmed key away from the vehicle in a safe place to help prevent any inconveniences Please visit an authorized dealer to purchase additional spare or repl...

Page 70: ...wenty seconds of removing the previously programmed coded key insert the unprogrammed key new valet key into the ignition 10 Turn the ignition from the 1 OFF position to the 3 ON position Keep the ign...

Page 71: ...the ignition Either of the following actions will prearm the alarm system Press the control on the remote entry transmitter Lock the doors with the key in the key cylinder Open a door and press the po...

Page 72: ...which are vertically adjustable The purpose of these head restraints is to help limit head motion in the event of a rear collision To properly adjust your head restraints lift the head restraint so th...

Page 73: ...ward or backward Turn the control to adjust the lumbar support Turn the handle to adjust the height of the seat Lift the control to adjust the angle of the seatback Heated seats if equipped The heated...

Page 74: ...l and fold the seatback forward The seat can be slid forward to allow easier entry to the rear seats Slide the seat back and fold back the seatback until it locks with a distinct click The seatback wi...

Page 75: ...back forward Coupe and wagon Remove the head restraints if equipped of the rear seats and stow them on the floor behind the front seats Push the unlocking control on the rear seatback and fold the rea...

Page 76: ...and fold the seatback forward Stow the head restraint s in the plastic retainers provided in the now upright underside of the seat cushion as shown on the decal When returning the seats to their orig...

Page 77: ...that something is wrong with the system Rather it means the Personal Safety System determined the accident conditions crash severity belt usage etc were not appropriate to activate these safety device...

Page 78: ...r with the air bags Front safety belt energy management retractors The front safety belt energy management retractors allow webbing to be pulled out of the retractor in a gradual and controlled manner...

Page 79: ...r should always properly wear their safety belts even when an air bag SRS is provided It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in t...

Page 80: ...at belt system with an energy management feature at the front outboard seating positions to help further reduce the risk of injury in the event of a frontal collision This seat belt system has a retra...

Page 81: ...e driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply or the vehicle receives an impact of approximately 8 km h 5 mph or more the combination safety belts will lock to help reduce forward movement of the...

Page 82: ...g hardware should be inspected by a qualified technician after any collision to verify that the automatic locking retractor feature for child seats is still working properly Safety belt assemblies sho...

Page 83: ...to replace the safety belt assembly following a collision that involved deployment of front airbags and or safety belt pretensioners could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collisio...

Page 84: ...fety belt warning light illuminates 1 2 minutes and the warning chime sounds 4 8 seconds The driver s safety belt is buckled while the indicator light is illuminated and the warning chime is sounding...

Page 85: ...e ignition switch is turned to the ON position The BeltMinder feature will not activate The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts All statistics based on U S data Reasons...

Page 86: ...e example teen deaths occur 4 times more often in vehicles with TWO or MORE people Children and younger brothers sisters imitate behavior they see I have an air bag Air bags offer greater protection w...

Page 87: ...ety belt is unbuckled The parklamps headlamps are in OFF position If vehicle is equipped with Autolamps this will not affect the procedure To reduce the risk of injury do not deactivate activate the B...

Page 88: ...d there is a 20 cm 8 inch safety belt extension assembly that can be added part number 611C22 This assembly can be obtained from your dealer at no cost Use only extensions manufactured by the same sup...

Page 89: ...ted Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety belt assembly under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision Refer to Interior in the Cleani...

Page 90: ...fic Safety Administration NHTSA recommends a minimum distance of at least 25 cm 10 inches between an occupant s chest and the driver air bag module Never place your arm over the air bag module as a de...

Page 91: ...ag If you must use a forward facing child seat in the front seat move the seat all the way back How does the air bag supplemental restraint system work The air bag SRS is designed to activate when the...

Page 92: ...injuries such as fractures facial and eye injuries or internal injuries particularly to occupants who are not properly restrained or are otherwise out of position at the time of air bag deployment Thu...

Page 93: ...h or stay lit The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on A series of five beeps will be heard The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the problem and or li...

Page 94: ...ic control and diagnostic unit as used for the front air bags Two crash sensors located under the outboard side of the front seats attached to the floor Side air bags in combination with seat belts ca...

Page 95: ...e seat must be inspected and serviced by a qualified technician in accordance with the vehicle service manual If the air bag is not replaced the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a c...

Page 96: ...irements regarding the safety of children in your vehicle When possible always place children under age 12 in the rear seat of your vehicle Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when pro...

Page 97: ...sition a child so that safety belts fit better They lift the child up so that the lap belt rests low across the hips and the knees bend comfortably Booster seats also make the shoulder belt fit better...

Page 98: ...er belts Those with a high back If with a backless booster seat you cannot find a seating position that adequately supports your child s head a high back booster seat would be a better choice Both can...

Page 99: ...ind the back because it eliminates the protection for the upper part of the body and may increase the risk of injury or death in a collision Never use pillows books or towels to boost a child They can...

Page 100: ...ack in upright position Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode Refer to Automatic locking mode passenger side front and outboard rear seating positions if equipped section in this chapter F...

Page 101: ...g If you must use a forward facing child seat in the front seat move the seat all the way back Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible 1 Position the chi...

Page 102: ...tion the tongue is coming from for that seating position until you hear a snap and feel the latch engage Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it 5 To put the retractor in the automat...

Page 103: ...ll more belt out If the retractor is not locked unbuckle the belt and repeat steps two through nine Check to make sure the child seat is properly secured before each use Attaching child safety seats w...

Page 104: ...s the removable luggage area cover must be removed prior to attaching the tether strap to the tether anchor On wagons it may be necessary to remove the cargo cover assembly prior to attaching the teth...

Page 105: ...o rigid or webbing mounted attachments that connect to two anchors at specific seating positions in your vehicle This type of child seat eliminates the need to use seat belts to attach the child seat...

Page 106: ...death The LATCH anchors are located on the rear section of the seat cushion at the bottom of the seatback Follow the child seat manufacturer s instructions to properly install safety seats with LATCH...

Page 107: ...al field strength of radio noise When starting a fuel injected engine don t press the accelerator before or during starting Only use the accelerator when you have difficulty starting the engine For mo...

Page 108: ...precautions When the engine starts the idle RPM runs faster to warm the engine If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically have the vehicle checked Before starting the vehicle 1 Make sur...

Page 109: ...If starting a vehicle with a manual transaxle 1 Make sure the parking brake is set 2 Push the clutch pedal to the floor Turn the key to 3 ON without turning the key to 4 START Driving 109...

Page 110: ...nds and try again Using the engine block heater if equipped An engine block heater warms the engine coolant which aids in starting and heater defroster performance Use of an engine block heater is str...

Page 111: ...ust than in the past Brake dust can be cleaned by weekly washing with soapy water and a soft sponge Heavier deposits can be removed with Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner ZC 37 A Four wheel anti lock...

Page 112: ...y latched in P Park automatic transmission or in 1 First manual transmission TRACTION CONTROL IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with a Traction Control system This system helps you maintain the...

Page 113: ...n out AdvanceTrac will attempt to correct the sliding motion by applying brake force at individual tires and if necessary by reducing engine power If the AdvanceTrac system is activated and deactivate...

Page 114: ...rument cluster will stay on If the vehicle is stuck in snow or mud or when driving in deep sand switching off the AdvanceTrac system may be beneficial so the wheels are allowed to spin If your vehicle...

Page 115: ...personal injury and death If you experience a severe road event SLOW DOWN STEERING To prevent damage to the power steering system Never hold the steering wheel at its furthest turning points until it...

Page 116: ...lock 3 Apply the parking brake then shift to N Neutral 4 Start the vehicle If it is necessary to use the above procedure to move the gearshift lever it is possible that a fuse has blown or the vehicle...

Page 117: ...he gearshift lever and securely latch it in P Park Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P Park Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key wheneve...

Page 118: ...transaxle control switch The O D OFF lamp will not be illuminated O D Overdrive is automatically returned each time the key is turned off 2 Second This position allows for second gear only Provides e...

Page 119: ...nless the clutch pedal is fully depressed To start the vehicle 1 Make sure the parking brake is fully set 2 Press the clutch pedal to the floor then put the gearshift lever in the neutral position 3 S...

Page 120: ...If driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable proceed very slowly especially if the depth is not known Never drive through water that is higher than the bottom of the hubs for trucks or th...

Page 121: ...ehicle including occupants and cargo and the loaded trailer Maximum Trailer Weight Rating Maximum weight of a trailer the vehicle is permitted to tow The maximum trailer weight rating is determined by...

Page 122: ...ension Inspect these components carefully after towing Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the certification label Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight excee...

Page 123: ...tions See your dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for hooking up trailer lamps Driving while you tow When towing a trailer Turn off the speed control The speed contr...

Page 124: ...lines are designed to ensure that your transmission is not damaged due to insufficient lubrication All Front Wheel Drive FWD vehicles If your vehicle is equipped with an automatic transaxle you cannot...

Page 125: ...r selling dealer if within 56 3 km 35 miles of the nearest Ford Motor Company dealership one tow per disablement Even non warranty related tows like accidents or getting stuck in the mud or snow are c...

Page 126: ...imilarly in Canada for uninterrupted Roadside Assistance coverage you may purchase extended coverage prior to your Basic Warranty s Roadside Assistance expiring For more information and enrollment con...

Page 127: ...and return the key to OFF 6 Make another check of leaks FUSES AND RELAYS Fuses If electrical components in the vehicle are not working a fuse may have blown Blown fuses are identified by a broken wir...

Page 128: ...Fuse link cartridge 2A Grey Grey 3A Violet Violet 4A Pink Pink 5A Tan Tan 7 5A Brown Brown 10A Red Red 15A Blue Blue 20A Yellow Yellow Yellow Blue Blue 25A Natural Natural 30A Green Green Green Pink P...

Page 129: ...The fuse panel is located below and to the left of the steering wheel by the brake pedal Remove the panel cover to access the fuses To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse pane...

Page 130: ...ight switch 31 15A Radio 32 15A Turn signal 33 20A Horn Power seats SVT only 34 20A Power sunroof 35 7 5A Interior lamps Power mirrors 36 7 5A A C switch Hazard flasher Instrument cluster 37 Not used...

Page 131: ...cense plate lamp 63 20A Power locks GEM Fuse 63 is located on the back of the fuse panel See your dealer or a certified technician for service of this fuse Power distribution box The power distributio...

Page 132: ...er Distribution Box Description 1 40A Main power supply to electrical system 2 30A Engine cooling fan A C 2nd fuse 3 30A Cooling fan 2 0L engine only 4 30A Air pump motor 5 30A Cooling fan 2 2 0L engi...

Page 133: ...16 10A Low beam left side conventional headlamps 15A Low beam left side HID headlamps 17 10A Low beam right side conventional headlamps 15A Low beam right side HID headlamps 18 10A 2 0L engine only He...

Page 134: ...ly R10 Cooling fan 2 relay 2 0L engine only R11 Air conditioning relay R12 Daytime Running Lamps DRL relay R13 Fog lamps relay R14 HID lamps SVT only R15 Cooling fan high speed A C only relay 2 0L eng...

Page 135: ...urself or others When driving with the temporary spare tire do not use more than one temporary spare tire at a time exceed 80 km h 50 mph load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load rating listed on...

Page 136: ...e is set then block in both directions the wheel that is diagonally opposite other side and end of the vehicle to the tire being changed If the vehicle slips off the jack you or someone else could be...

Page 137: ...e access door if equipped on the lower rocker molding to access the proper jacking points 5 Loosen each wheel lug nut one half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised of...

Page 138: ...cing outward Reinstall the lug nuts until the wheel is snug against the hub Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel has been lowered 9 Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclock...

Page 139: ...ct the battery of the disabled vehicle as this could damage the vehicle s electrical system 3 Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle making sure the two vehicles do not tou...

Page 140: ...2 Connect the other end of the positive cable to the positive terminal of the assisting battery 3 Connect the negative cable to the negative terminal of the assisting battery Roadside Emergencies 140...

Page 141: ...of the battery to be jumped A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery 5 Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades belts moving parts of both engines or any fuel deliv...

Page 142: ...ey were connected 1 Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface Note In the illustrations lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting boosting battery 2 Remove the jumper cable on th...

Page 143: ...ery 4 Remove the jumper cable from the positive terminal of the disabled vehicle s battery After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed allow it to idle for several minute...

Page 144: ...ompany has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure If your vehicle is to be towed from the rear using wheel lift equipment the front wheels drive wheels must be placed on a dolly to prevent damage t...

Page 145: ...service you are receiving follow these steps 1 Contact your Sales Representative or Service Advisor at your selling servicing dealership 2 If your inquiry or concern remains unresolved contact the Sa...

Page 146: ...of Canada Limited P O Box 2000 Oakville Ontario L6J 5E4 1 800 565 3673 FORD www ford ca In order to help you service your Ford or Lincoln Mercury vehicle please have the following information availabl...

Page 147: ...against covered repair costs after your Bumper to Bumper Warranty expires You may purchase Ford ESP from any participating Ford and Lincoln Mercury and Ford of Canada dealer There are several plans a...

Page 148: ...t concern is being reviewed items not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty including maintenance and wear items alleged personal injury property damage claims cases currently in litigation vehi...

Page 149: ...pair orders relevant to the case The year make model and Vehicle Identification Number VIN listed on your vehicle ownership license The date of repair s and mileage at the time of occurrence s The cur...

Page 150: ...application speak to your dealer or write call to the Board at the following address phone number Dispute Settlement Board P O Box 5120 Southfield MI 48086 5120 1 800 428 3718 You may also contact the...

Page 151: ...If you cannot find unleaded fuel or can only get fuel with an anti knock index lower than is recommended for your vehicle contact a district or owner relations customer relationship office The use of...

Page 152: ...L4Y 4G3 IN CALIFORNIA U S ONLY California Civil Code Section 1793 2 d requires that if a manufacturer or its representative is unable to repair a motor vehicle to conform to the vehicle s applicable...

Page 153: ...has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying Ford Motor Compan...

Page 154: ...icult to remove and cause damage to the vehicle Immediately remove items such as gasoline diesel fuel bird droppings and insect deposits because they can cause damage to the vehicle s paintwork and tr...

Page 155: ...h a sponge Rinse thoroughly with a strong stream of water Never apply any cleaning chemical to hot or warm wheel rims or covers Some automatic car washes may cause damage to the finish on your wheel r...

Page 156: ...to avoid cracking the engine block or other engine components Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser ZC 20 on all parts that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean Never wash or rinse the en...

Page 157: ...2 0L Zetec E engine 2 3L engine Cleaning 157...

Page 158: ...ZC 23 available from your dealer Do not use abrasives as they may cause scratches Do not use fuel kerosene or paint thinner to clean any parts Wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl rubbing alcoho...

Page 159: ...ts or strong detergents when cleaning the seat mounted side air bag Such products could contaminate the side air bag system and affect performance of the side air bag in a collision LEATHER SEATS IF E...

Page 160: ...C 93 Motorcraft Vinyl Conditioner Canada only CXC 94 Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner not available in Canada ZC 11 A Ford Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil Remover not available in Canada B7...

Page 161: ...UTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE Do not work on a hot engine Make sure that nothing gets caught in moving parts Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed space unless you are s...

Page 162: ...the engine is running OPENING THE HOOD 1 Inside the vehicle pull the hood release handle located under the instrument panel 2 Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is loc...

Page 163: ...rvoir 2 Engine oil dipstick 3 Engine oil filler cap 4 Brake Clutch fluid reservoir 5 Power distribution box 6 Air filter assembly 7 Windshield washer fluid reservoir 8 Battery 9 Automatic transaxle fl...

Page 164: ...iller cap 3 Brake Clutch fluid reservoir 4 Power distribution box 5 Air filter assembly 6 Windshield washer fluid reservoir 7 Battery 8 Automatic transaxle fluid dipstick if equipped 9 Engine oil dips...

Page 165: ...ake Clutch fluid reservoir 4 Power distribution box 5 Battery 6 Windshield washer fluid reservoir 7 Air filter service minder 8 Automatic transaxle fluid dipstick if equipped 9 Engine oil dipstick 10...

Page 166: ...her system If you operate your vehicle in temperatures below 4 5 C 40 F use washer fluid with antifreeze protection Failure to use washer fluid with antifreeze protection in cold weather could result...

Page 167: ...d Protect yourself from engine heat 5 Locate and carefully remove the engine oil indicator dipstick 2 0L SPI 2 3L I4engine 2 0L Zetec engine 6 Wipe the indicator clean Insert the indicator fully then...

Page 168: ...not within the normal range add only certified engine oil of the recommended viscosity Remove the engine oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening 3 Recheck the engine oi...

Page 169: ...eatments They are unnecessary and could under certain conditions lead to engine damage which is not covered by your warranty Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule lis...

Page 170: ...h distilled water If the battery needs water often have the charging system checked If your battery has a cover shield make sure it is reinstalled after the battery has been cleaned or replaced For lo...

Page 171: ...new battery is installed the engine must relearn its idle and fuel trim strategy for optimum driveability and performance To begin this process 1 With the vehicle at a complete stop set the parking b...

Page 172: ...nt of 36 C 34 F Coolant concentration testing is possible with a hydrometer or antifreeze tester such as the Rotunda Battery and Antifreeze Tester 014 R1060 The level of coolant should be maintained a...

Page 173: ...angeable do not use engine coolant antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of its specified function and vehicle location Adding engine coolant When adding coolant make sure it is a 50 50 mixtur...

Page 174: ...e engine damage from overheating or freezing Do not add extra inhibitors or additives to the coolant These can be harmful and compromise the corrosion protection of the engine coolant For vehicles wit...

Page 175: ...ext few times you drive the vehicle If necessary add enough 50 50 concentration of engine coolant and distilled water to bring the liquid level to the proper level If you have to add more than 1 0 lit...

Page 176: ...s below 40 will decrease the corrosion protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40 will decrease the freeze protection...

Page 177: ...tely shut down Steering and braking effort will increase Once the engine temperature cools the engine can be re started Take your vehicle to a service facility as soon as possible to minimize engine d...

Page 178: ...use the proper fuel filler cap excessive pressure or vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel cap to disengage in a collision which may result in possible personal injury A...

Page 179: ...r skin contact could cause an adverse reaction In sensitive individuals serious personal injury or sickness may result If fuel is splashed on the skin promptly wash skin thoroughly with soap and water...

Page 180: ...the correct genuine Ford or Motorcraft fuel filler cap is not used The fuel system may be under pressure If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound wait until it stops bef...

Page 181: ...to become more pronounced If the problems persist see your dealer or a qualified service technician It should not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to your fuel tank if you continue to use...

Page 182: ...nomy is you the driver You must gather information as accurately and consistently as possible Fuel expense frequency of fill ups or fuel gauge readings are NOT accurate as a measure of fuel economy We...

Page 183: ...etely and record the initial odometer reading in kilometers or miles 2 Each time you fill the tank record the amount of fuel added in liters or gallons 3 After at least three to five tank fill ups fil...

Page 184: ...fting of this type could result in reduced fuel economy Warming up a vehicle on cold mornings is not required and may reduce fuel economy Resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving may reduce...

Page 185: ...mportant to note the box in the lower left corner of the window sticker These numbers represent the Range of L 100 km MPG expected on the vehicle under optimum conditions Your fuel economy may vary de...

Page 186: ...are not permitted to intentionally remove an emission control device or prevent it from working Information about your vehicle s emission system is on the Vehicle Emission Control Information Decal l...

Page 187: ...icator is on refer to the description in the Warning lights and chimes section of the Instrument Cluster chapter Your vehicle may not pass the I M test with the indicator on If the vehicle s powertrai...

Page 188: ...t reaches the correct level between the MIN and MAX lines Use only MERCON ATF BRAKE CLUTCH FLUID RESERVOIR Brake and clutch systems are supplied from the same reservoir The fluid level will drop slowl...

Page 189: ...le is not working properly i e if the transaxle slips or shifts slowly or if you notice some sign of fluid leakage Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed To obtain an accurate fluid check dr...

Page 190: ...stick and the outside temperatures are above 10 C 50 F Correct fluid level The transmission fluid should be checked at normal operating temperatures 66 C 77 C 150 F 170 F on a level surface The normal...

Page 191: ...sion fluid may cause shift and or engagement concerns and or possible damage Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives treatments or cleaning agents The use of these materials may affect tr...

Page 192: ...Department of Transportation requires Ford to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based...

Page 193: ...law The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination c...

Page 194: ...ed on the label If you do not follow these precautions your vehicle may not drive properly and safely Make sure that all replacement tires are of the same size type load carrying capacity and tread de...

Page 195: ...w these guidelines when using snow tires and chains Snow chains should only be fitted to size P 185 65 R14 tires Snow chains should never be used on the spare tire Use only SAE Class S chains Install...

Page 196: ...a lifetime part 2 Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information VECI decal for spark plug gap information 3 If a spark plug is removed for inspection and replaced it must be reinstalled in the same c...

Page 197: ...fluid 2 Motorcraft Full Synthetic Manual Transmission Fluid 5 speed manual 2 0L 2 1 quarts 3 Motorcraft MERCON V ATF Automatic 6 6L 6 9 quarts 3 Windshield washer fluid Motorcraft Premium Windshield W...

Page 198: ...cooling system actual refill capacities will vary based on vehicle application and transmission fluid cooling system i e coolers size cooling lines auxiliary cooler capacities The amount of transmiss...

Page 199: ...tor Oil US Motorcraft SAE 5W 20 Super Premium Motor Oil Canada XO 5W20 QSP US CXO 5W20 LSP12 Canada WSS M2C153 H and API Certification Mark Constant velocity joints CV Joint Grease High Temp XG 5 WSS...

Page 200: ...ctronic Ignition C O P Compression ratio 9 35 1 9 6 1 9 7 1 VEHICLE DIMENSIONS Vehicle dimensions Sedan mm in Coupe mm in Wagon mm in 1 Overall length 4447 175 1 4297 169 2 4550 179 1 2 Overall width...

Page 201: ...Sedan Maintenance and Specifications 201...

Page 202: ...Coupe Maintenance and Specifications 202...

Page 203: ...fic Safety Administration Regulations require that a Certification label be affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where the Certification label may be located The Certification label is located on the fr...

Page 204: ...dentification number 1 World manufacturer identifier 2 Brake type and gross vehicle weight rating GVWR 3 Vehicle line series body type 4 Engine type 5 Check digit 6 Model year 7 Assembly plant 8 Produ...

Page 205: ...as any component damaged by the defective accessory The accessory will be warranted for whichever provides you the greatest benefit 12 months or 20 000 km 12 000 miles whichever occurs first or the re...

Page 206: ...bike ski and snowboard Speed control Protection and appearance equipment Car cover Carpet floor mats Chrome exhaust trim Door edge guards Door sill scuff plates Exterior B pillar trim Flat splash guar...

Page 207: ...s Any such equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with FCC or CRTC regulations and should be installed only by a qualified service technician Mobile communications systems may harm the oper...

Page 208: ...ry 170 acid treating emergencies 170 jumping a disabled battery 138 maintenance free 170 replacement specifications 196 servicing 170 BeltMinder 84 Brakes 111 anti lock 111 anti lock brake system ABS...

Page 209: ...ck automatic transmission fluid 189 engine oil 166 Doors lubricant specifications 198 Driving under special conditions 118 through water 120 E Emergencies roadside jump starting 138 Emission control s...

Page 210: ...with a heavy load 120 location 120 GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 120 calculating 120 definition 120 driving with a heavy load 120 location 120 H Hazard flashers 126 Headlamps 38 aiming 39 bulb spec...

Page 211: ...istribution box see Fuses 131 Power steering 115 fluid checking and adding 188 fluid refill capacity 196 fluid specifications 198 200 Power Windows 52 R Rear window defroster 37 Relays 127 Remote entr...

Page 212: ...ansaxle lubricant specifications 200 Transmission automatic operation 115 fluid checking and adding automatic 189 fluid checking and adding manual 191 fluid refill capacities 196 lubricant specificati...

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