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3. Clip the tether strap to the
anchor as shown.

Second-row outboard seating positions

1. Remove the head restraint. For instructions on how to remove the
head restraint, refer to

Second row adjustable head restraints

earlier

in this chapter.

Note:

Place the head restraint underneath the back of the front seat

for storage.

2. Locate the correct anchor for the selected seating position.

•

On five-passenger vehicles,
anchors are located on the
passenger-side and driver-side
upper rear door frame area close
to the roof.

•

On four-passenger vehicles the
anchor is located on the
driver-side upper rear door frame
area close to the roof.

Seating and Safety Restraints

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Summary of Contents for transit connect 2012

Page 1: ...Controls 47 Manual heating and air conditioning 47 Rear window defroster 50 Lights 51 Headlamps 51 Turn signal control 54 Bulb replacement 55 Driver Controls 64 Windshield wiper washer control 64 Steering wheel adjustment 65 Power windows 67 Mirrors 68 Speed control 69 Locks and Security 76 Keys 76 Anti theft system 82 Table of Contents 1 PAGE POSITION 1 JOB zeta tweddle com ford_pdm ford own2002 ...

Page 2: ...kes 175 AdvanceTrac威 177 Transmission operation 184 Reverse sensing system 186 Rear view camera system 188 Roadside Emergencies 192 Getting roadside assistance 192 Hazard flasher control 193 Fuel pump shut off switch 193 Fuses and relays 194 Changing tires 202 Wheel lug nut torque 209 Jump starting 210 Wrecker towing 213 Customer Assistance 215 Reporting safety defects U S only 222 Reporting safet...

Page 3: ...mal scheduled maintenance and log 279 Index 294 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 permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation Copyright 2011 Fo...

Page 4: ...icle Furthermore due to printing cycles it may describe options before they are generally available Remember to pass on this Owner s Guide when reselling the vehicle It is an integral part of the vehicle WARNING Fuel pump shut off In the event of an accident this feature will automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine It can also be activated through sudden vibration e g collision when pa...

Page 5: ...s of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm PERCHLORATE MATERIAL Certain components of this vehicle such as airbag modules seat belt pretensioners and button cell batteries may contain Perchlorate Material Special handling may apply for service or vehicle end of life disposal See www dtsc ca gov hazardo...

Page 6: ...n personal injury WARNING Front seat mounted rear facing child or infant seats should NEVER be placed in front of an active passenger airbag Transit Connect Electric vehicles All references in this publication to engine engine coolant fuel system transmission and related specifications should be disregarded for the Transit Connect Electric Please see the Transit Connect Electric supplement for spe...

Page 7: ...ord authorized service facilities and that the diagnostic information may be used for any purpose See your SYNC威 supplement for more information Event Data Recording This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder EDR The main purpose of an EDR is to record in certain crash or near crash like situations such as an airbag deployment or hitting a road obstacle this data will assist in understan...

Page 8: ...rnment authorities or other third parties acting with lawful authority Other parties may seek to access the information independently of Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada Note Including to the extent that any law pertaining to Event Data Recorders applies to SYNC威 or its features please note the following Once 911 Assist if equipped is enabled set ON 911 Assist may through any paired and conne...

Page 9: ...ucts may cause severe engine and or transmission damage refer to the What is not covered section in The new vehicle limited warranty for your vehicle chapter of your vehicle s Warranty Guide for more information Some vehicles are equipped with Powertrain Control Systems that can detect and store information about vehicle modifications that for example increase horsepower and torque output this inf...

Page 10: ...s Mobile Communication Equipment includes but is not limited to cellular phones pagers portable email devices text messaging devices and portable two way radios WARNING Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control accident and injury Ford strongly recommends that you use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take your focus off the road Your primary responsibi...

Page 11: ... this book By referring to the market unique supplement if provided you can properly identify those features recommendations and specifications that are unique to your vehicle This Owner s Guide is written primarily for the U S and Canadian Markets Features or equipment listed as standard may be different on units built for Export Refer to this Owner s Guide for all other required information and ...

Page 12: ...e System Anti Lock Brake System Parking Brake System Brake Fluid Non Petroleum Based Parking Aid System Stability Control System Speed Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash Wipe Windshield Defrost Demist Rear Window Defrost Demist Introduction 12 PAGE POSITION 12 JOB zeta tweddle com ford_pdm ford own2002 835536 en ts...

Page 13: ...nt Temperature Do Not Open When Hot Battery Avoid Smoking Flames or Sparks Battery Acid Explosive Gas Fan Warning Power Steering Fluid Maintain Correct Fluid Level MAX MIN Service Engine Soon Engine Air Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter Jack Check Fuel Cap Low Tire Pressure Warning Introduction 13 PAGE POSITION 13 JOB zeta tweddle com ford_pdm ford own2002 835536 en tst og pubnum ...

Page 14: ...testing Normally the service engine soon light will stay on until the engine is cranked then turn itself off if no malfunctions are present However if after 15 seconds the service engine soon light blinks eight times it means that the vehicle is not ready for I M testing See the Readiness for Inspection Maintenance I M testing in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter Solid illumination after ...

Page 15: ...d dealer WARNING Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light on is dangerous A significant decrease in braking performance may occur It will take you longer to stop the vehicle Have the vehicle checked by your authorized dealer Driving extended distances with the parking brake engaged can cause brake failure and the risk of personal injury Anti lock brake system If the ABS light stays il...

Page 16: ...ssure Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter Anti theft system Flashes when the SecuriLock威 Passive Anti theft system has been activated Overdrive off if equipped Illuminates when the overdrive function of the transaxle has been turned off refer to the Driving chapter If the light flashes steadily or does not...

Page 17: ...active If the light remains on contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible Refer to the Driving chapter for more information Throttle control transmission Illuminates when a powertrain fault has been detected Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible Low fuel Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or near empty refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter Door ajar Illuminat...

Page 18: ...hime will chime for six seconds The chime will turn off if the driver s seatbelt is fastened or if the ignition returns to off or accessory position Belt Minder威 warning chime This chime periodically sounds to remind the driver and or passenger that their seatbelt is unbuckled The seatbelt warning lamp in the cluster will also illuminate once vehicle speed has exceeded 6 mph 10 km h Airbag seconda...

Page 19: ...ometer Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine Instrument Cluster 19 PAGE POSITION 19 JOB zeta tweddle com ford_pdm ford own2002 835536 en tst og pubnum ...

Page 20: ...ir cap while the engine is running or hot Fuel gauge Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank when the ignition is in the on position The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or on a grade The symbol of the fuel pump with the arrow points to the side of the vehicle that the fuel filler inlet is located Refer to Filling the tank in the Maintenance and Spe...

Page 21: ...rrent set time Switching the display between clock and distance to empty Vehicles with AM FM radio Press and release the Select button 4 to switch between the distance to empty display and the clock display Vehicles with AM FM radio CD player Distance to empty information is displayed normally Press and hold the Select button 4 to switch to the clock display After releasing the button distance to ...

Page 22: ...so used to set the clock for vehicles equipped with AM FM radio 5 Reset button Press until the trip odometer resets Note The information display will remain on for several minutes after you switch off the ignition If SHON or SHIP ON is displayed the vehicle shipping mode is switched on Have your dealer switch off the vehicle shipping mode Instrument Cluster 22 PAGE POSITION 22 JOB zeta tweddle com...

Page 23: ...possible and that you become aware of applicable state and local laws that may affect the use of electronic devices while driving One hour mode Press the ON OFF control to operate the system with the ignition turned off the system will automatically turn off after one hour VOL ON OFF Press to turn ON OFF Turn to increase decrease volume AM FM Radio AM FM Press repeatedly to select AM FM frequency ...

Page 24: ...f equipped late availability WARNING Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control accident and injury Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take their focus off the road Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle We recommend against the use of any handheld device while driving encourage the use o...

Page 25: ...o adjust BASS Bass Press SEEK to adjust BAL Balance Press SEEK to adjust between the left and right speakers 3 SEEK Press SEEK to access the previous next strong station 4 Memory presets To set a station Select frequency band AM FM1 FM2 tune to a station press and hold a preset button until sound returns You may store up to six stations in each frequency band for a total of 18 5 AM FM Press AM FM ...

Page 26: ...e clock Press and hold CLK until the hours start to flash then use SEEK to adjust To adjust minutes press CLK again to make the minutes start to flash and use SEEK to adjust Press CLK again to exit the clock setting mode AM FM stereo with single CD if equipped Entertainment Systems 26 PAGE POSITION 26 JOB zeta tweddle com ford_pdm ford own2002 835536 en tst og pubnum ...

Page 27: ... VOL Volume control to adjust the time or date forward backward Press CLOCK again AM FM radio AM FM Press repeatedly to select AM FM1 FM2 frequency bands Seek Press to access the next strong station on the frequency band SCAN Press for a brief sampling of all strong radio stations 1 6 Memory Presets When tuned to any station press and hold a preset button until sound returns Autostore feature The ...

Page 28: ...e Bluetooth威 system refer to Bluetooth hands free system later in this chapter for more information If your vehicle is not equipped with Bluetooth this control will not be operational MENU Press repeatedly to access the following features SCAN Press or for a brief sampling of radio stations or CD tracks SHUFFLE CD Select to shuffle the tracks on the current CD REPEAT CD TRK Select to repeat the cu...

Page 29: ...when using any device or feature that may take their focus off the road Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle We recommend against the use of any handheld device while driving encourage the use of voice operated systems when possible and that you become aware of applicable state and local laws that may affect use of electronic devices while driving 1 Press to manually go...

Page 30: ...re less than six strong stations the system will store the last one in the remaining presets BASS Use SEEK SEEK to adjust TREB Treble Use SEEK SEEK to adjust L R Balance Use SEEK SEEK to adjust the audio between the left L and right R speakers B F Fade Use SEEK SEEK to adjust the audio between the back B and front F speakers SPEEDVOL Speed sensitive volume if equipped Radio volume automatically ge...

Page 31: ...n Off Press to turn Bluetooth on off if equipped Refer to Bluetooth hands free system later in this chapter for more information 4 AUX Press to access LINE IN auxiliary audio mode if equipped For location and further information on auxiliary audio mode refer to Auxiliary input jack later in this chapter 5 SEEK In radio mode press to access the previous next strong station In CD MP3 mode press to a...

Page 32: ...ilable 10 FF Fast forward Press FF to manually advance in a CD MP3 track 11 REW Rewind Press REW to manually reverse in a CD MP3 track 12 Memory presets To set a station Select frequency band AM FM1 FM2 tune to a station press and hold a preset control until sound returns You may store up to six stations in each frequency band for a total of 18 13 TEXT SCAN In radio and CD MP3 mode press and hold ...

Page 33: ... CD label side up in the CD slot Auxiliary input jack Line in WARNING Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control accident and injury Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take their focus off the road Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle We recommend against the use of any handheld device ...

Page 34: ...ut jack 4 Turn the radio on using either a tuned FM station or a CD loaded into the system Adjust the volume to a comfortable listening level 5 Turn the portable music player on and adjust the volume to 1 2 the volume 6 If you have a single CD system press AUX on the vehicle radio repeatedly until AUX LINE LINE IN or SYNC LINE IN appears in the display If you have the AM FM stereo system press AM ...

Page 35: ...AIJ does not provide control play pause etc over the attached portable music player 5 For safety reasons connecting or adjusting the settings on your portable music player should not be attempted while the vehicle is moving Also the portable music player should be stored in a secure location such as the center console or the glove box when the vehicle is in motion The audio extension cable must be...

Page 36: ...nabling you to focus your attention on the road For additional information on using voice commands with your Bluetooth system please visit the www fordvehicles com transitconnect website and click on How to Bluetooth WARNING Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control accident and injury Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device or feature t...

Page 37: ...ppears in the display 3 Press and hold MENU to enter into the Advanced menu selections 4 Press MENU repeatedly until BT ON OFF appears in the display If the feature is set to OFF press so BT ON appears in the display 5 Ensure that your phone is not in privacy mode Then follow the instructions in your cellular phone s user guide to put your phone into Bluetooth discovery mode 6 Select FORD AUDIO wh...

Page 38: ...mode Speak the command clearly to ensure that the system is able to recognize and perform the desired function For best system performance After pressing VOICE on the stalk wait until the beep is heard before speaking a command Any command spoken prior to this will not register with the system Speak naturally without large pauses in between words Ensure that the interior of the vehicle is as quiet...

Page 39: ...u work through a voice session the system will prompt you with a tone each time the system is ready to proceed Name tag feature This system has a name tag feature which allows you assign name tags to items such as a favorite radio station or personal phone contact You can store up to 20 name tags per function Note There are some voice command short cuts available which allow you to speak those com...

Page 40: ...r five for track 245 Radio voice commands Press the VOICE button on the stalk After the tone say Radio and then any of the following commands AM FM Tune name1 Delete name Delete directory Play directory Store name Play Help 1 Can be used as a shortcut This allows you to call up a stored radio station Store name When you say Store name the system will ask you for the name Say the name when prompted...

Page 41: ...ete name Allows you to delete a stored name Delete directory Allows you to delete all stored names at once Play directory Allows you to let the system tell you of all the stored names Note Using the system with the engine off will drain the battery External device commands if equipped Press the VOICE button on the stalk After the tone say External device and then any of the following commands Help...

Page 42: ...HONEBOOK appears in the display 3 Press the SEEK switch on the back of the stalk to scroll through all possible listings Note Press and hold SEEK to advance to the next letter in the alphabet 4 When the desired contact appears in the display press to initiate the call Ending a call At any time you can end an active call by pressing on the audio system To exit phone mode and end an active call if p...

Page 43: ...isplay press for the system to initiate the call To redial a number using voice commands 1 Press VOICE on the stalk 2 After the tone say Phone 3 When prompted say Redial The system will attempt to redial the last number Changing the active phone With your Bluetooth system you can pair bond and save up to six phones At any time you can choose to make another one of your saved phones the active phon...

Page 44: ...ral Communications Commission FCC and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission CRTC Those frequencies are AM 530 540 1700 1710 kHz FM 87 7 87 9 107 7 107 9 MHz Radio reception factors There are three factors that can affect radio reception Distance strength The further you travel from an FM station the weaker the signal and the weaker the reception Terrain Hills mountains tall building...

Page 45: ...of time Clean using a circular motion CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4 75 in 12 cm audio compact discs only Due to technical incompatibility certain recordable and re recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players Do not use any irregular shaped CDs or discs with a scratch protection film attached Entertainment Systems 45 PAGE POSITION 45 JOB z...

Page 46: ...Information Guide for audio system warranty information If service is necessary see your dealer or qualified technician SYNC姞 IF EQUIPPED LATE AVAILABILITY SYNC威 is a hands free communications and entertainment system with special phone and media features For more information please refer to the SYNC威 supplement if equipped Your SYNC威 voice activated communications system with USB does not include...

Page 47: ...Distributes air through the floor vents Note You may notice a small amount of air flowing from the demister and defroster vents Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents demisters and floor vents Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster and demister vents Can be used to clear thin ice or fog from the windshield To exit select another mode 3 Fan speed adjustment Control...

Page 48: ... any snow ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield To improve the time to reach comfort in hot weather drive with the windows slightly open for 2 3 minutes after start up or until the vehicle has been aired out A small amount of air may be felt from the floor vent regardless of the air distribution setting that is selected During extreme high ambient temperatures when i...

Page 49: ...to the Azure Dynamics TC E Owner s Guide Supplement AUXILIARY CLIMATE CONTROL IF EQUIPPED Your auxiliary climate controls are located on the rear of the center console and can be used when the front climate control system is on The temperature will be set by the front controls Use the rear control to adjust the fan speed or turn the auxiliary controls off O Note In order to supply heat or cool air...

Page 50: ... chapter Do not use razor blades or other sharp objects to clean the inside of the rear window or to remove decals from the inside or the rear window This may cause damage to the heated grid lines and will not be covered by your warranty Heated Windshield Control if equipped The heated windshield control is located on the instrument panel To activate the heated windshield the engine must be runnin...

Page 51: ...turned on when the headlamp control is in the or position Pull the headlamp control towards you until the first detent is felt to turn the front fog lamps on The front fog lamp indicator light will illuminate Rear fog lamp The headlamp control also operates the rear fog lamp The rear fog lamp can only be turned on when the headlamp control is in the or position Lights 51 PAGE POSITION 51 JOB zeta ...

Page 52: ... lever fully past the detent to activate Pull the lever fully again to deactivate Flash to pass Pull the lever toward you to the first detent to activate flash to pass and release to deactivate 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 the headlamp control must be in the off position Lights 52 PAGE POS...

Page 53: ...perly aimed at the assembly plant If your vehicle has been in an accident the alignment of your headlamps should be checked by your authorized dealer Vertical aim adjustment 1 Park the vehicle directly in front of a wall or screen on a level surface approximately 25 feet 7 6 meters away 1 8 feet 2 4 meters 2 Center height of lamp to ground 3 25 feet 7 6 meters 4 Horizontal reference line 2 Measure...

Page 54: ...n the adjuster either clockwise to adjust down or counterclockwise to adjust up The horizontal edge of the brighter light should touch the horizontal reference line 5 Close the hood and turn off the lamps HORIZONTAL AIM IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS VEHICLE AND IS NON ADJUSTABLE TURN SIGNAL CONTROL Push down and release to activate the left turn signal Push up and release to activate the right turn sig...

Page 55: ...d close the doors If you unlock the doors with the remote control they will come on They will go off automatically after a short time BULB REPLACEMENT Lamp assembly condensation Exterior lamps are vented to accommodate normal changes in pressure Condensation can be a natural by product of this design When moist air enters the lamp assembly through the vents there is a possibility that condensation...

Page 56: ...th an authorized D O T for North America to ensure lamp performance light brightness and pattern and safe visibility The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly or void the lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn time Function Trade number Headlamps H13 Turn lamp indicator front 3457NAK Turn lamp indicator rear WY21W Side marker lamp W5W LL Side repeater lamp 194NA Front ...

Page 57: ...rior lamps 3 Pry out the light assembly with a flat screwdriver Install in reverse order Replacing rear dome lamps 1 Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position 2 Switch off the interior lamps 3 Pry out the light assembly with a flat screwdriver Install in reverse order Lights 57 PAGE POSITION 57 JOB zeta tweddle com ford_pdm ford own2002 835536 en tst og pubnum ...

Page 58: ... 3 Disconnect electrical connector from the bulb 4 Twist off the bulb retainer ring by turning it counterclockwise Install in reverse order WARNING Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully 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 Note If the bulb ...

Page 59: ...b and the bulb socket 4 Pull the bulb straight out Install in reverse order Replacing front turn signal bulbs 1 Make sure the headlamp control is in the off position and open the hood 2 Remove the bulb socket from the lamp assembly by turning it counterclockwise Lights 59 PAGE POSITION 59 JOB zeta tweddle com ford_pdm ford own2002 835536 en tst og pubnum ...

Page 60: ... fog lamp by turning it counterclockwise 3 Disconnect the harness from the bulb by pulling it straight out Install the new bulb in reverse order Replacing tail brake rear fog backup lamps and turn signal bulbs 1 Make sure the headlamp control is in the off position and then open the cargo door 2 Remove the two wing nuts and gently pull the lamp assembly away from the vehicle Lights 60 PAGE POSITIO...

Page 61: ...ocket from the lamp assembly by turning it counterclockwise 4 Pull the bulb straight out of the socket Install in reverse order Lights 61 PAGE POSITION 61 JOB zeta tweddle com ford_pdm ford own2002 835536 en tst og pubnum ...

Page 62: ... by turning it counterclockwise 4 Pull the bulb straight out of the socket Install in reverse order Replacing side repeater bulbs 1 Make sure the headlamp control is in the off position 2 Remove the side repeater by prying it out from the bottom 3 Hold the bulb holder and turn it counterclockwise to remove it 4 Pull the bulb straight out Install in reverse order Lights 62 PAGE POSITION 62 JOB zeta...

Page 63: ...lacement Replacing license plate lamp bulbs 1 Make sure the headlamp control is in the off position 2 Remove the lens assembly 3 Pull the bulb straight out Install in reverse order Lights 63 PAGE POSITION 63 JOB zeta tweddle com ford_pdm ford own2002 835536 en tst og pubnum ...

Page 64: ...ly Do not operate the wipers when the windshield is dry This may scratch the glass damage the wiper blades and cause the wiper motor to burn out Before operating the wiper on a dry windshield always use the windshield washer In freezing weather be sure the wiper blades are not frozen to the windshield before operating the wipers Rear window wiper washer if equipped Wiper Pull the lever towards you...

Page 65: ...ver adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving VISOR SLIDE ON ROD FEATURE IF EQUIPPED Rotate the visor towards the side window and extend it rearward for additional sunlight coverage Note To stow the visor back into the headliner visor must be retracted before moving it back towards the windshield Driver Controls 65 PAGE POSITION 65 JOB zeta tweddle com ford_pdm ford own2002 835536 en ts...

Page 66: ...er object in the power outlet as this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty Auxiliary power points can be found in the following locations Near the transmission shift lever In the rear cargo area if equipped On the rear of the center console if equi...

Page 67: ...or when the vehicle is parked for extended periods Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used POWER WINDOWS IF EQUIPPED WARNING Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and do not let children play with the power windows They may seriously injure themselves WARNING When closing the power windows you should verify they are free of obstructions and ensure that children and or...

Page 68: ...tate whenever the vehicle is placed in R Reverse to ensure a bright clear view when backing up Do not block the sensors on the front and back of the interior rear view mirror since this may impair proper mirror performance Note A rear center passenger and or raised rear center headrest if equipped may also block the light from reaching the sensor Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror wit...

Page 69: ...oster is activated Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or attempt to readjust the mirror glass if it is frozen in place These actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors Fold away mirrors Pull push the mirrors to fold unfold them Blind spot mirrors Your vehicle is equipped with blind spot mirrors Refer to Blind spot mirrors in the Driving chapter SPEED CONTROL IF EQUIPPED Wit...

Page 70: ...ll 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 speed If the vehicle speed decreases more than 10 mph 16 km h below your set speed on an uphill your speed control will disengage Disengaging speed control Press the brake pedal to disengage the spee...

Page 71: ...n function Press and release to decrease the vehicle set speed in 1 mph 1 6 km h increments Press the brake pedal until the desired vehicle speed is reached then press SET Turning off speed control To turn off the speed control press OFF or turn off the ignition Note When you turn off the speed control or the ignition your speed control set speed memory is erased STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS IF EQUIPPE...

Page 72: ...e band AM FM In CD mode this will select the next CD when equipped with a CD changer In all modes to abort a traffic message during broadcasting Bluetooth威 hands free control feature if equipped Voice Press the top button to activate or deactivate voice control Refer to Bluetooth威 hands free system in the Entertainment Systems chapter for more information VOICE SEEK VOL VOL MODE VOICE SEEK VOL VOL...

Page 73: ...talled floor mats as they may interfere with the accelerator or the brake pedals Position the floor mat so that the eyelet is over the end of the retention screw and rotate forward so the screw fits through the eyelet Turn the screw one quarter turn to lock in Make sure that the mat does not interfere with the operation of the accelerator or the brake pedal To remove the floor mat reverse the inst...

Page 74: ... the handle to unlatch the door and pulling it open Note The dual rear doors should be closed before driving your vehicle Leaving the doors open could cause serious damage to them and their components The left door must be closed first 1 2 Driver Controls 74 PAGE POSITION 74 JOB zeta tweddle com ford_pdm ford own2002 835536 en tst og pubnum ...

Page 75: ... the yellow button located on the door and swing it open The check arms will automatically re engage when the doors are closed Driver Controls 75 PAGE POSITION 75 JOB zeta tweddle com ford_pdm ford own2002 835536 en tst og pubnum ...

Page 76: ...of the vehicle Note Your vehicle can be configured to unlock only the front doors see your authorized dealer for more details CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS When these locks are set the sliding doors cannot be opened from the inside The sliding doors can be opened from the outside when the childproof door locks are set but the doors are unlocked The childproof locks are located on the rear edge of each sli...

Page 77: ... interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Remote entry receiver certification numbers Country Part Label Type Approval Canada SIEMENS VDO 5WK4 7899 IC 267T 5WK47899 USA SIEMENS VDO 5WK4 7899 FCC ID KR55WK47899 Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the u...

Page 78: ... take ALL remote entry transmitters with you to the authorized dealer in order to aid in troubleshooting the problem Two step door unlocking Press and release to unlock the front and sliding doors Within three seconds press and release again to unlock all the doors Note The interior lamps will illuminate if the control on the overhead lamp is not set to the off position One step door unlocking If ...

Page 79: ...unlock the cargo doors Within three seconds press again to unlock all the vehicle doors Ensure that the cargo doors are closed and latched before driving your vehicle Failure to properly latch the cargo doors may cause objects to fall out Locking the doors Press and release to lock all the doors If all doors are closed the turn signal lamps will flash twice Replacing the battery The remote entry t...

Page 80: ... that the battery is fully seated in the battery housing cavity 7 Snap the two halves back together Note Replacement of the battery will not cause the remote transmitter to become deprogrammed from your vehicle The remote transmitter should operate normally after battery replacement Replacing lost remote entry transmitters If you would like to have your remote entry transmitter reprogrammed becaus...

Page 81: ...een activated 6 Within 10 seconds press any button on the remote entry transmitter Note If more than 10 seconds have passed you will need to start the procedure over again 7 A chime will sound to confirm that this remote entry transmitter has been programmed 8 Repeat Step 6 to program each additional remote entry transmitter 9 The programming mode will exit automatically after 10 seconds of inacti...

Page 82: ...tronic devices that are used to purchase gasoline or similar items or a second coded key on the same key chain may cause vehicle starting issues You need to prevent these objects from touching the coded key while starting the engine These objects will not cause damage to the coded key but may cause a momentary issue if they are too close to the key when starting the engine If a problem occurs turn...

Page 83: ...ler The key codes need to be erased from your vehicle and new coded keys will need to be programmed Replacing coded 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 replacement keys Programming spare keys You can program your own coded keys to your vehicle...

Page 84: ...eviously programmed coded key from the ignition 9 After three seconds but within twenty seconds of removing the previously programmed coded key insert the unprogrammed key new valet key into the ignition 10 Turn the ignition from the 0 off position to the II on position Keep the ignition in the II on position for at least one second but no more than 10 seconds 11 Your new unprogrammed key is now p...

Page 85: ...ngerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision WARNING Never adjust the driver s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving WARNING Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips Adjustable head restraints Your vehicle is equipped with front row outboard head restraints that are vertically adjustable WARNING To minimize the risk of neck injury i...

Page 86: ...ng up on the head restraint 3 Lower the head restraint by pressing and holding the guide sleeve adjust release button and pushing down on the head restraint Properly adjust the head restraint so that the top of the head restraint is even with the top of your head and positioned as close as possible to the back of your head For occupants of extremely tall stature adjust the head restraint to its fu...

Page 87: ...ition 2 Use a push tool such as a key to press the unlock remove button located on the side of the guide sleeve and at the same time press the adjust release button then pull the head restraint upward To reinstall the adjustable head restraint do the following 1 Insert the two stems into the guide sleeve collars 2 Push the head restraint down until it locks Seating and Safety Restraints 87 PAGE PO...

Page 88: ...neck injury in the event of a crash head restraints must be installed properly Adjusting the front manual seat WARNING Never adjust the driver s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving WARNING Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips Lift handle to move seat forward or backward Rotate the control to adjust seatback Seating and Safety Restra...

Page 89: ...Turn the lumbar support control clockwise for more support Turn the lumbar support counter clockwise for less support Using the armrest if equipped Move the armrest up or down You can also move it all the way up to stow it on the side of the seatback Seating and Safety Restraints 89 PAGE POSITION 89 JOB zeta tweddle com ford_pdm ford own2002 835536 en tst og pubnum ...

Page 90: ...river should never adjust the head restraint while the vehicle is in motion The adjustable head restraints consist of a trimmed energy absorbing foam and structure 1 two steel stems 2 a guide sleeve adjust release button 3 and a red guide sleeve unlock remove button 4 To adjust the head restraint do the following 1 Adjust the seatback to an upright driving riding position 2 Raise the head restrain...

Page 91: ... head For occupants of extremely tall stature adjust the head restraint to its full up position WARNING The adjustable head restraint is a safety device Whenever possible it should be installed and properly adjusted when the seat is occupied To remove the adjustable head restraint do the following 1 Pull up the head restraint until it reaches the highest adjustment position Seating and Safety Rest...

Page 92: ... Properly adjust the head restraint so that the top of the head restraint is even with the top of your head and positioned as close as possible to the back of your head For occupants of extremely tall stature adjust the head restraint to its full up position WARNING To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash head restraints must be installed properly Seating and Safety Restraints ...

Page 93: ...at back 3 Push the seatback forward To lower both seatbacks 1 Remove all head restraints Refer to Adjustable rear head restraints in this chapter Note Place the head restraint underneath the back of the front seat for storage 2 Pull the levers on the side of the seatback 3 Fold the seatback forward To place the seat in the tumble position 4 Pull the release straps up 5 Fold the seat forwards until...

Page 94: ...k After returning the seatback to its original position pull on the seatback to ensure that it has fully latched An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision 1 Pull down on the locking lever 2 Fold the seat down 3 Raise the seatback 4 Install all head restraints 5 Ensure that the red indicator is in the locked position Seating and Safety Restraints 94 PAGE POSI...

Page 95: ...y of frontal crash situations Your vehicle s Personal Safety System consists of Driver and passenger dual stage airbag supplemental restraints Front safety belts with pretensioners energy management retractors and safety belt usage sensors Driver s seat position sensor Two front crash severity sensors Front passenger sensing system Passenger airbag off or pass airbag off indicator lamp Restraints ...

Page 96: ... collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration Driver and passenger dual stage airbag supplemental restraints The dual stage airbags offer the capability to tailor the level of airbag inflation energy A lower less forceful energy level is provided for more common moderate severity impacts A higher energy level is used for the most severe impacts Refer to Airbag supplemental restraint syste...

Page 97: ...senger sensing system can automatically turn off the passenger front airbag The system is designed to help protect small child size occupants from airbag deployments when they are improperly seated or restrained in the front passenger seat contrary to proper child seating or restraint usage recommendations Even with this technology parents are STRONGLY encouraged to always properly restrain childr...

Page 98: ...to the Warning lights and chimes section in the Instrument Cluster chapter Routine maintenance of the Personal Safety System is not required The Restraints Control Module RCM monitors its own internal circuits and the circuits for the airbag supplemental restraints crash sensor s safety belt pretensioners front safety belt buckle sensors front passenger sensing system and the driver seat position ...

Page 99: ...killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly WARNING In a rollover crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt WARNING Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is m...

Page 100: ... protection in an accident Combination lap and shoulder belts 1 Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from until you hear a snap and feel it latch Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle Front and rear seats 2 To unfasten push the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle Front and rear seats Seating and Sa...

Page 101: ...d the passenger safety belts have both types of locking modes described as follows Vehicle sensitive mode This is the normal retractor mode which allows free shoulder belt length adjustment to your movements and locking in response to vehicle movement For example if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply or the vehicle receives an impact of approximately 5 mph 8 km h or more the comb...

Page 102: ...g mode Disconnect the combination lap shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive emergency locking mode WARNING After any vehicle collision the safety belt system at all passenger seating positions must be checked by an authorized dealer to verify that the automatic locking retractor feature for child seats is still f...

Page 103: ...ation is located at the end of the webbing on the label Also use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is too short for you when fully extended WARNING Do not use extensions to change the fit of the shoulder belt across the torso Front safety belt height adjustment The front seat and outboard positions are equipped with a height adjuster Adjust the height of the shoulder belt so the be...

Page 104: ...t and warning chime turn off The driver s safety belt is buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the on position The safety belt warning light and indicator chime remain off Belt Minder姞 The Belt Minder威 feature is a supplemental warning to the safety belt warning function This feature provides additional reminders by intermittently sounding a chime and illuminating the safety belt warning...

Page 105: ...the vehicle has reached at least 6 mph 10 km h and 1 2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to on The Belt Minder威 feature is activated the safety belt warning light illuminates and the warning chime sounds for six seconds every 16 seconds repeating for approximately five minutes or until the safety belts are buckled The driver s or front passenger s safety belt becomes u...

Page 106: ...his can improve comfort I was in a hurry Prime time for an accident Belt Minder威 reminds us to take a few seconds to buckle up Safety belts don t work Safety belts when used properly reduce risk of death to front seat occupants by 45 in cars and by 60 in light trucks Traffic is light Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur in single vehicle crashes many when no other vehicles are around Belts wrinkle my clothe...

Page 107: ...der威 feature can be deactivated activated by performing the following procedure Before following the procedure make sure that The parking brake is set The gearshift is in P Park The ignition is off The driver and front passenger safety belts are unbuckled WARNING While the design allows you to deactivate your Belt Minder威 this system is designed to improve your chances of being safely belted and s...

Page 108: ...sh three times AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM SRS Important SRS precautions The SRS is designed to work with the safety belt to help protect the driver and right front passenger from certain upper body injuries Airbags DO NOT inflate slowly there is a risk of injury from a deploying airbag WARNING All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always properly wear their safety belt...

Page 109: ...wo degrees from the upright position WARNING Do not put anything on or over the air bag module Placing objects on or over the air bag inflation area may cause those objects to be propelled by the air bag into your face and torso causing serious injury WARNING Do not attempt to service repair or modify the airbag supplemental restraint systems or its fuses Contact your authorized dealer as soon as ...

Page 110: ...he airbag supplemental restraint system work The airbag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains a longitudinal deceleration sufficient to cause the airbag sensors to close an electrical circuit that initiates airbag inflation The fact that the airbags did not inflate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system Rather it means the forces were not sufficient en...

Page 111: ...osition at the time of airbag deployment It is extremely important that occupants be properly restrained as far away from the airbag module as possible while maintaining vehicle control The SRS consists of driver and passenger airbag modules which include the inflators and airbags seat mounted side airbags one or more impact and safing sensors a readiness light and tone a diagnostic module and the...

Page 112: ...edium objects in the front seat the system determines that an infant is present in a rear facing infant seat that is installed according to the manufacturer s instructions the system determines that a small child is present in a forward facing child restraint that is installed according to the manufacturer s instructions the system determines that a small child is present in a booster seat a front...

Page 113: ...he front passenger sensing system is designed to enable may inflate the front passenger s frontal airbag anytime the system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the front passenger seat When the front passenger sensing system enables the front passenger frontal airbag may inflate the indicator will be unlit and stay unlit If a person of adult size is sitting in the front passe...

Page 114: ...f an occupant slouches lies down turns sideways sits forward leans forward or sideways or puts one or both feet up the chance of injury during a crash is greatly increased WARNING Sitting improperly out of position or with the seat back reclined too far can take off weight from the seat cushion and affect the decision of the front passenger sensing system resulting in serious injury or death in a ...

Page 115: ... or pushing on the seat The conditions listed above may cause the weight of a properly seated occupant to be incorrectly interpreted by the passenger sensing system The person in the front passenger seat may appear heavier or lighter due to the conditions described in the list above WARNING To reduce the risk of possible serious injury Do not stow objects in seat back map pocket if equipped or han...

Page 116: ...ted If the airbag readiness lamp remains illuminated this may or may not be a problem due to the front passenger sensing system DO NOT attempt to repair or service the system take your vehicle immediately to an authorized dealer If it is necessary to modify an advanced front airbag system to accommodate a person with disabilities contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center at the phone number sh...

Page 117: ...in front seat areas that may come into contact with a deploying airbag Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a collision WARNING Do not use accessory seat covers The use of accessory seat covers may prevent the deployment of the side airbags and increase the risk of injury in an accident WARNING Do not lean your head on the door The side airb...

Page 118: ...t of a significant side impact collision The side airbags are fitted on the outboard side of the seatbacks of the front seats In certain lateral collisions the airbag on the side affected by the collision will be inflated The airbag was designed to inflate between the door panel and occupant to further enhance the protection provided occupants in side impact collisions The airbag SRS is designed t...

Page 119: ...ifficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following The readiness light same light as for front airbag system will either flash 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 light are repaired If any of these things happen even int...

Page 120: ...s or are the minimum requirements of law Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician CPST and consult your pediatrician to make sure your child seat is appropriate for your child and is compatible with and properly installed in the vehicle To locate a child seat fitting station and CPST contact the NHTSA toll free at 1 888 327 4236 or on the internet at http w...

Page 121: ... 45 meters tall or greater than 80 lb 36 kg or 100 lb 45 kg if recommended by child restraint manufacturer Use a vehicle safety belt having the lap belt snug and low across the hips shoulder belt centered across the shoulder and chest and seatback upright You are required by law to properly use safety seats for infants and toddlers in the U S and Canada Many states and provinces require that small...

Page 122: ...e 12 and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position If all children cannot be seated and restrained properly in a rear seating position properly restrain the largest child in the front seat WARNING Always carefully follow the instructions and warnings provided by the manufacturer of any child restraint to determine if the restraint device is appropriate for your child s size he...

Page 123: ...ice that is appropriate for their age height and weight All children are shaped differently The child height age and weight thresholds provided are recommendations or the minimum requirements of law The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA provides education and training to ensure that all children ages 0 to 16 are properly restrained in the correct restraint system Ford recommends...

Page 124: ...the Airbag supplemental restraint system SRS section in this chapter Carefully follow all of the manufacturer s instructions included with the safety seat you put in your vehicle If you do not install and use the safety seat properly the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat NEVER place a rear facing child seat in front of an active a...

Page 125: ...e automatic locking mode Refer to Step 5 below This vehicle does not require the use of a locking clip WARNING Depending on where you secure a child restraint and depending on the child restraint design you may block access to certain safety belt buckle assemblies and or LATCH lower anchors rendering those features potentially unusable To avoid risk of injury occupants should only use seating posi...

Page 126: ...acturer s instructions Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted 4 Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle the buckle closest to the direction 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 Seating and Safety Restraints 126 PAGE POSITION 126 JOB zeta tweddle com ford_pdm ford own2002 ...

Page 127: ... down with extra weight e g by pressing down or kneeling on the child restraint while pulling up on the shoulder belt in order to force slack from the belt This is necessary to remove the remaining slack that will exist once the additional weight of the child is added to the child restraint It also helps to achieve the proper snugness of the child seat to the vehicle Sometimes a slight lean toward...

Page 128: ...d behind that seating position LATCH compatible child safety seats have two rigid or webbing mounted attachments that connect to the two lower anchors at the LATCH equipped seating positions in your vehicle This type of attachment method eliminates the need to use safety belts to attach the child seat however the safety belt can still be used to attach the child seat For forward facing child seats...

Page 129: ...hing child safety seats with tether straps Refer to Attaching child safety seats with tether straps later in this chapter Attach LATCH lower attachments of the child seat only to the anchors shown WARNING Never attach two child safety seats to the same anchor In a crash one anchor may not be strong enough to hold two child safety seat attachments and may break causing serious injury or death Seati...

Page 130: ... in a crash greatly increases Combining safety belt and LATCH lower anchors for attaching child safety seats When used in combination either the safety belt or the LATCH lower anchors may be attached first provided a proper installation is achieved Attach the tether strap afterward if included with the child seat Refer to Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children in this c...

Page 131: ...ollowing positions shown from top view Four passenger vehicle Five passenger vehicle Attach the tether strap only to the appropriate tether anchor as shown The tether strap may not work properly if attached somewhere other than the correct tether anchor Once the child safety seat has been installed using either the safety belt or the lower anchors of the LATCH system you can attach the top tether ...

Page 132: ...the head restraint posts 2 Clip the tether strap to the anchor as shown Second row center seating position The tether can be attached directly to the rear of the second row center seat 1 Route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the head restraint posts 2 Locate the anchor for the center seating position Seating and Safety Restraints 132 PAGE POSITION 132 JOB zeta tweddle com for...

Page 133: ...derneath the back of the front seat for storage 2 Locate the correct anchor for the selected seating position On five passenger vehicles anchors are located on the passenger side and driver side upper rear door frame area close to the roof On four passenger vehicles the anchor is located on the driver side upper rear door frame area close to the roof Seating and Safety Restraints 133 PAGE POSITION...

Page 134: ... when they weigh about 40 lb 18 kg and are around four 4 years of age Consult your child safety seat owner guide for the weight height and age limits specific to your child safety seat Keep your child in the child safety seat if it properly fits the child remains appropriate for their weight height and age AND if properly secured to the vehicle Although the lap shoulder belt will provide some prot...

Page 135: ...it properly Generally this is when they reach a height of at least 4 feet 9 inches 1 45 meters tall around age eight to age twelve and between 40 lb 18 kg and 80 lb 36 kg or upward to 100 lb 45 kg if recommended by your child restraint manufacturer Many state and provincial laws require that children use approved booster seats until they reach age eight a height of 4 feet 9 inches 1 45 meters tall...

Page 136: ...eat may place your child s head as measured at the tops of the ears above the top of the seat In this case move the backless booster to another seating position with a higher seat back or head restraint and lap shoulder belts or consider using a high back booster seat High back booster seats If with a backless booster seat you cannot find a seating position that adequately supports your child s he...

Page 137: ...bberized mesh sold as shelf or carpet liner under the booster seat may improve this condition Do not introduce any item thicker than this under the booster seat Check with the booster seat manufacturer s instructions The importance of shoulder belts Using a booster without a shoulder belt increases the risk of a child s head hitting a hard surface in a collision For this reason you should never us...

Page 138: ...CH and tether anchors and attaching hardware should be inspected after a collision Refer to the child restraint manufacturer s instructions for additional inspection and maintenance information specific to the child restraint Ford Motor Company recommends that all safety belt assemblies in use in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced However if the collision was minor and an authorized deal...

Page 139: ...t Avoid sharp turns and abrupt maneuvers Drive at safe speeds for the conditions Keep tires properly inflated Never overload or improperly load your vehicle and Make sure every passenger is properly restrained WARNING In a rollover crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt All occupants must wear seat belts and children infants must use appropri...

Page 140: ...All other things held equal a shorter wheelbase may make your vehicle quicker to respond to steering inputs than a vehicle with a longer wheelbase Narrower to provide greater maneuverability in tight spaces particularly in off road use As a result of the above dimensional differences SUVs and trucks often will have a higher center of gravity and a greater difference in center of gravity between th...

Page 141: ...Company 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 on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 11 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The r...

Page 142: ...or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure TIRES Tires are designed to give many thousands of miles of service but they must be maintained in order to get the maximum benefit from them Glossary of tire terminology Tire label A label showing the OE Original Equipment tire sizes recommended inflation pressure and the maximum weight the v...

Page 143: ...ne looks lower than the others use a tire gauge to check pressure of all tires and adjust if required At least once a month and before long trips inspect each tire and check the tire pressure with a tire gauge including spare if equipped Inflate all tires to the inflation pressure recommended by Ford Motor Company You are strongly urged to buy a reliable tire pressure gauge as automatic service st...

Page 144: ... drop of 1 psi 7 kPa in inflation pressure Check your tire pressures frequently and adjust them to the proper pressure which can be found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label To check the pressure in your tire s 1 Make sure the tires are cool meaning they are not hot from driving even a mile If you are checking tire pressure when the tire is hot i e driven more than 1 mile 1 ...

Page 145: ...ific information on the Transit Connect Electric refer to the Azure Dynamics TC E Owner s Guide Supplement TIRE CARE Inspecting your tires and wheel valve stems Periodically inspect the tire treads for uneven or excessive wear and remove objects such as stones nails or glass that may be wedged in the tread grooves Check the tire and valve stems for holes cracks or cuts that may permit air leakage ...

Page 146: ...read or sidewalls cracks in the tread groove and separation in the tread or sidewall If damage is observed or suspected have the tire inspected by a tire professional Tires can be damaged during off road use so inspection after off road use is also recommended WARNING Age Tires degrade over time depending on many factors such as weather storage conditions and conditions of use load speed inflation...

Page 147: ...irements Your vehicle is equipped with tires designed to provide a safe ride and handling capability WARNING Only use replacement tires and wheels that are the same size load index speed rating and type such as P metric versus LT metric or all season versus all terrain as those originally provided by Ford The recommended tire and wheel size may be found on either the Safety Compliance Certificatio...

Page 148: ...te steel carcass tires with a remote air fill with the person inflating standing at a minimum of 12 ft 3 66 m away from the tire wheel assembly Important Remember to replace the wheel valve stems when the road tires are replaced on your vehicle It is recommended that the two front tires or two rear tires generally be replaced as a pair The tire pressure sensors mounted in the wheels originally ins...

Page 149: ...spare tire and wheel If you cannot detect a cause have the vehicle towed to the nearest repair facility or tire dealer to have the vehicle inspected Tire and wheel alignment A bad jolt from hitting a curb or pothole can cause the front end of your vehicle to become misaligned or cause damage to your tires If your vehicle seems to pull to one side when you re driving the wheels may be out of alignm...

Page 150: ...sted to the vehicle requirements WARNING If the tire label shows different tire pressures for the front and rear tires and the vehicle is equipped with TPMS tire pressure monitoring system then the settings for the TPMS sensors need to be updated Always perform the TPMS reset procedure after tire rotation If the system is not reset it may not provide a low tire pressure warning when necessary See ...

Page 151: ...type tire 5 15 Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches If you change your wheel size you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheel diameter 6 95 Indicates the tire s load index It is an index that relates to how much weight a tire can carry You may find this information in your owner s guide If not contact a local tire dealer Note You may not find this information on all tires b...

Page 152: ...nt the week and year the tire was built For example the numbers 317 mean the 31st week of 1997 After 2000 the numbers go to four digits For example 2501 means the 25th week of 2001 The numbers in between are identification codes used for traceability This information is used to contact customers if a tire defect requires a recall 9 M S or M S Mud and Snow or AT All Terrain or AS All Season 10 Tire...

Page 153: ...ire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel 13 Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure Indicates the tire manufacturers maximum permissible pressure and or the pressure at which the maximum load can be carried by the tire This pressure is normally higher than the manufacturer s recom...

Page 154: ...oad Inflation Limits Indicates the tire s load carrying capabilities and its inflation limits 3 Maximum Load Dual lb kg at psi kPa cold Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a dual defined as four tires on the rear axle a total of six or more tires on the vehicle 4 Maximum Load Single lb kg at psi kPa cold Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire i...

Page 155: ...general the larger the number the wider the tire 3 80 Indicates the aspect ratio which gives the tire s ratio of height to width Numbers of 70 or lower indicate a short sidewall 4 D Indicates a diagonal type tire R Indicates a radial type tire 5 16 Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches If you change your wheel size you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheel diameter Locatio...

Page 156: ...ty to maintain correct tire pressure even if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale When the system detects a malfunction the tellt...

Page 157: ...our tires serviced by an authorized dealer The tire pressure should be checked periodically at least monthly using an accurate tire gauge refer to Inflating your tires in this chapter Understanding your tire pressure monitoring system TPMS The tire pressure monitoring system measures pressure in your four road tires and sends the tire pressure readings to your vehicle The low tire pressure warning...

Page 158: ... this chapter 2 After inflating your tires to the manufacturer s recommended pressure as shown on the Tire Label located on the edge of driver s door or the B Pillar the vehicle must be driven for at least two minutes over 20 mph 32 km h before the light turns off Spare tire in use Repair the damaged road wheel tire and reinstall it on the vehicle to restore system functionality For a description ...

Page 159: ...onitoring system TPMS monitors tire pressure in each pneumatic tire While driving in a normal manner a typical passenger tire inflation pressure may increase approximately 2 to 4 psi 14 to 28 kPa from a cold start situation If the vehicle is stationary overnight with the outside temperature significantly lower than the daytime temperature the tire pressure may decrease approximately 3 psi 21 kPa f...

Page 160: ...ich set of tires are on the front and which are on the rear With this information the system can detect and properly warn of low tire pressures TPMS reset tips To reduce the chances of interference from another vehicle the TPMS reset procedure should be performed at least three feet one meter away from another Ford Motor Company vehicle undergoing the TPMS reset procedure at the same time Do not w...

Page 161: ...order Left front Driver s side front tire Right front Passenger s side front tire Right rear Passenger s side rear tire Left rear Driver s side rear tire 6 Remove the valve cap from the valve stem on the left front tire decrease the air pressure until the horn sounds Note The single horn chirp confirms that the sensor identification code has been learned by the module for this position If a double...

Page 162: ...your vehicle which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death Additionally the use of non recommended tires and wheels could cause steering suspension axle or transfer case power transfer unit failure The original equipment tires on your vehicle have an all weather tread design to provide traction handling and braking performance in year...

Page 163: ...on the B Pillar or the edge of the driver s door vehicles exported outside the US and Canada may not have a Tire Label Look for THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF OCCUPANTS AND CARGO SHOULD NEVER EXCEED XXX kg OR XXX lb for maximum payload The payload listed on the Tire Label is the maximum payload for the vehicle as built by the assembly plant If any aftermarket or authorized dealer installed equipment has b...

Page 164: ... including cargo and optional equipment GAW Gross Axle Weight is the total weight placed on each axle front and rear including vehicle curb weight and all payload Tires Wheels and Loading 164 PAGE POSITION 164 JOB zeta tweddle com ford_pdm ford own2002 835536 en tst og pubnum ...

Page 165: ... GAWR GVW Gross Vehicle Weight is the Vehicle Curb Weight cargo passengers GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating is the maximum allowable weight of the fully loaded vehicle including all options equipment passengers and cargo The GVWR is shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B Pillar or the edge of the driver s door The GVW must never exceed the GVWR Tires Wheels and Loading...

Page 166: ...dling or performance engine transmission and or structural damage serious damage to the vehicle loss of control and personal injury WARNING Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the Safety Compliance Certification Label Tires Wheels and Loading 166 PAGE POSITION 166 JOB zeta tweddle com ford_pdm ford own2002 835536 en tst og pubnum ...

Page 167: ...assengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 x 150 650 lb In metric units 635 340 5 x 68 295 kg 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 The following gives you a few examples on how to calculate the ...

Page 168: ... your friend home In metric units the calculation would be 635 kg 2 x 99 kg 9 x 45 kg 635 198 405 32 kg The above calculations also assume that the loads are positioned in your vehicle in a manner that does not overload the Front or the Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating specified for your vehicle on the Safety Compliance Certification Label found on the edge of the driver s door Special loading instru...

Page 169: ...efer to the Climate Controls chapter for more information In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle see Wrecker towing in the Roadside Emergencies chapter These guidelines are designed to ensure that your transmission is not damaged after it is hooked up to the RV or tow dolly Do not tow the vehicle with the front drive wheels on the ground It is recommended to tow your vehicle with ...

Page 170: ... after the vehicle is turned off and you have left the vehicle This could cause a drain on the battery Preparing to start your vehicle Engine starting is controlled by the powertrain control system This system meets all Canadian interference causing equipment standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio noise When starting a fuel injected engine don t press the a...

Page 171: ...r vehicle have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes Important safety 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 sure all occupants buckle their safety belts For more information on safety belts and ...

Page 172: ...art then release the key as soon as the engine begins cranking Your vehicle has a computer assisted cranking system that assists in starting the engine After releasing the key from the III start position the engine may continue cranking for up to 10 seconds or until the vehicle starts Note Cranking may be stopped at any time by turning the key to the off position 3 After idling for a few seconds r...

Page 173: ... to bring in fresh air ENGINE BLOCK HEATER IF EQUIPPED WARNING Failure to follow engine block heater instructions could result in property damage or physical injury WARNING To reduce the risk of electrical shock do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two pronged cheater adapters An engine block heater warms the engine coolant which aids in starting and allows the heater defro...

Page 174: ... order to prevent possible shock or fire Be sure that areas where the vehicle is parked are clean and clear of all combustibles such as petroleum products dust rags paper and similar items Be sure that the engine block heater heater cord and extension cord are solidly connected A poor connection can cause the cord to become very hot and may result in an electrical shock or fire Be sure to check fo...

Page 175: ...rom locking Noise from the ABS pump motor and brake pedal pulsation may be observed during ABS braking and the brake pedal may suddenly travel a little farther as soon as ABS braking is done and normal brake operation resumes These are normal characteristics of the ABS and should be no reason for concern Using ABS When hard braking is required apply continuous force on the brake pedal Do not pump ...

Page 176: ...stop Turn the engine off shift to P Park and apply the parking brake and then inspect the accelerator pedal for any interferences If none are found and the condition persists have your vehicle towed to the nearest authorized dealer Parking brake To set the parking brake 1 pull the parking brake handle up as far as possible The BRAKE warning lamp will illuminate and will remain illuminated until th...

Page 177: ...affect the AdvanceTrac威 with RSC威 system Install any aftermarket stereo loudspeaker as far as possible from the front center console the tunnel and the front seats in order to minimize the risk of interfering with the AdvanceTrac威 with RSC威 sensors Reducing the effectiveness of the AdvanceTrac威 with RSC威 system could lead to an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal in...

Page 178: ... serviced by an authorized dealer immediately When AdvanceTrac威 with RSC威 performs a normal system self check some drivers may notice a slight movement of the brake and or a rumble grunting or grinding noise after startup and when driving off When an event occurs that activates AdvanceTrac威 with RSC威 you may experience the following A slight deceleration of the vehicle The stability control light ...

Page 179: ...e s directional stability during adverse maneuvers for example when cornering severely or avoiding objects in the roadway ESC operates by applying brakes to one or more of the wheels individually and if necessary reducing engine power if the system detects that the vehicle is about to skid or slide laterally During electronic stability control events the stability control light in the instrument c...

Page 180: ...level before seeking service by your authorized dealer Heavy or uneven steering efforts may be caused by low power steering pump fluid level Check for low power steering pump fluid level before seeking service by your authorized dealer Do not fill the power steering pump reservoir above the MAX mark on the reservoir as this may result in leaks from the reservoir If the power steering system breaks...

Page 181: ... may handle differently than unloaded vehicles Do not overload your vehicle and use extra precautions such as driving at slower speeds avoiding abrupt steering changes and allowing for increased stopping distance when driving a heavily loaded vehicle Over loading or loading the vehicle improperly can deteriorate handling capability and contribute to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover Veh...

Page 182: ...d for Avoid abrupt steering acceleration or braking which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover and or personal injury Use all available road surface to return the vehicle to a safe direction of travel In the event of an emergency stop avoid skidding the tires and do not attempt any sharp steering wheel movements WARNING Vehicles with a higher center of grav...

Page 183: ...t head screwdriver remove the plastic cover 3 Insert the ignition key and push it straight down to release the interlock 4 Apply the parking brake then shift to N Neutral 5 Start the vehicle Note Starting the vehicle in N Neutral still requires following the steps in the Preparing to start your vehicle section 6 To drive with the brake pedal still pressed release the parking brake and shift to D D...

Page 184: ...e normal shift strategy parameters much like having to reset your radio stations when your vehicle battery has been disconnected The Adaptive Transmission Strategy allows the transmission to relearn these operating parameters This learning process could take several transmission upshifts and downshifts during this learning process slightly firmer shifts may occur After this learning process normal...

Page 185: ...erates in gears one through four D Drive without Overdrive Overdrive can be deactivated by pressing the transmission control switch on the side of the gearshift lever This position allows for all forward gears 1 3 except overdrive Provides engine braking Use when driving conditions cause excessive shifting from O D to other gears Examples hilly terrain heavy loads and when engine braking is requir...

Page 186: ...economy REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED The reverse sensing system RSS sounds a tone to warn the driver of obstacles near the rear bumper when the R Reverse is selected and the vehicle is moving at low speeds The system is not effective at high speeds and may not detect certain angular or moving objects WARNING To help avoid personal injury please read and understand the limitations of the reve...

Page 187: ... coverage areas As you move closer to the obstacle the rate of the tone increases When the obstacle is less than 10 inches 25 0 cm away the tone will sound continuously The RSS automatically turns on when the gearshift lever is placed in R Reverse and the ignition is on Note The RSS will be disabled when the two trailer tow connectors are plugged in prior to towing Keep the RSS sensors located on ...

Page 188: ...ng closer to your vehicle as they move from the green zone to the yellow or red zones Use the side mirrors and rear view mirror to get better coverage on both sides and rear of the vehicle The camera lens for the camera is located on the rear doors Keep the lens clean so that the video image remains clear and undistorted Clean the lens with a soft lint free cloth and non abrasive cleaner Note If t...

Page 189: ...image in the dark If either of the lamps are not operating stop using the camera system at least in the dark until the lamp s are replaced and functioning Servicing If the image comes on while the vehicle is not in R Reverse have the system inspected by your authorized dealer If the image is not clear then check if there is anything covering the lens such as dirt mud ice snow etc If the image is s...

Page 190: ... at a distance its image is small and near the inboard edge of the main mirror As the vehicle approaches the image becomes larger and begins to move outboard across the main mirror 1 As the vehicle approaches its image will transition from the main mirror and begin to appear in the blind spot mirror 2 As the vehicle leaves the blind spot mirror it will transition to the driver s peripheral field o...

Page 191: ...ehicle may stall Driving through deep water where the transmission vent tube is submerged may allow water into the transmission and cause internal transmission damage Once through the water always dry the brakes by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brakes Electric vehicles For specific information on the...

Page 192: ...o two no charge occurrences within a 12 month period winch out available within 100 feet 30 5 meters of a paved or county maintained road no recoveries towing Ford and Lincoln eligible vehicles towed to an authorized dealer within 35 miles 56 km of the disablement location or to the nearest authorized dealer If a member requests to be towed to an authorized dealer more than 35 miles 56 km from the...

Page 193: ...ide or visit our website at www ford ca for information on Canadian services and benefits Canadian customers who need to obtain roadside information call 1 800 665 2006 or visit our website at www ford ca HAZARD FLASHER CONTROL The hazard flasher control is located on the instrument panel above the radio The hazard flashers will operate when the ignition is in any position or if the key is not in ...

Page 194: ...ct Electric refer to the Azure Dynamics TC E Owner s Guide Supplement FUSES AND RELAYS Electric vehicles For specific information on the Transit Connect Electric refer to the Azure Dynamics TC E Owner s Guide Supplement Fuses If electrical components in the vehicle are not working a fuse may have blown Blown fuses are identified by a broken wire within the fuse Check the appropriate fuses before r...

Page 195: ...llow Yellow Yellow Blue Blue 25A Natural Natural Natural Natural 30A Green Green Green Pink Pink 40A Orange Green Green 50A Red Red Red 60A Blue Yellow Yellow 70A Tan Brown 80A Natural Black Black Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel and relay box are located below the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel Roadside Emergencies 195 PAGE POSITION 195 JOB zeta tweddle com ford...

Page 196: ...rior lamps relay 125 Windshield wipers relay 126 Rear unlock relay 127 Ignition overload relay 122 127 128 119 117 118 123 120 121 124 125 126 155 160 171 177 182 154 159 170 176 181 153 158 169 175 180 152 157 168 174 179 151 156 165 164 163 162 161 167 173 178 166 172 134 140 145 150 133 139 144 149 132 138 143 148 131 137 142 147 130 136 141 146 135 Roadside Emergencies 196 PAGE POSITION 196 JO...

Page 197: ...og lamps 142 15A Brake lamps 143 20A Cigar lighter Front power point 144 10A Ignition supply modified vehicle 145 Not used 146 20A Windshield wipers Wiper switch 147 15A Front fog lamps 148 7 5A Recirculation Instrument cluster 149 10A Ignition supply Battery supply modified vehicle 150 Not used 151 15A Radio Bluetooth威 Voice command module 152 7 5A A C switch Park aid module 153 7 5A Interior lam...

Page 198: ...A TPMS module 165 Not used 166 25A Front power windows 167 7 5A Rear window defroster heated mirror switch 168 Not used 169 20A Second power point 170 Not used 171 Not used 172 10A Right rear turn signal modified vehicle 173 10A Left rear turn signal modified vehicle 174 20A Rear power point Rear center console power point modified vehicle 175 7 5A Left park lamps tail lamps 176 Not used 177 Not u...

Page 199: ...s WARNING To reduce risk of electrical shock always replace the cover to the power distribution box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected refer to the Battery section of the Maintenance and Specifications chapter Note To remove the power distribution box cover the battery negative cable clip needs to be removed first Pull...

Page 200: ...tor 7 20A Ignition switch 8 15A Headlamps 9 40A Passenger compartment fuse panel II 10 25A Modified vehicle Rear turn signal Battery supply 11 40A Ignition overload Passenger compartment fuse panel 12 30A Anti lock brake system ABS Roll stability control RSC pump motor 13 30A Heater blower motor 14 10A PCM relay 15 20A ABS RSC valves 16 30A Cooling fan low 17 50A Cooling fan high 18 25A Daytime ru...

Page 201: ...kup lamps relay EGR stepper motor EVAP canister purge valve Heated oxygen sensors Floor shifter Transmission range sensor 27 Not used 28 15A PCM vehicle power 1 29 15A Auxiliary connector Coil on plugs 30A 70A Relay Cooling fan high relay 30B 30C Cooling fan low relay 30D Left heated windshield relay 31A Backup lamp relay 31B Fuel pump relay 31C DRL relay 31D Low beam headlamps relay 31E Modified ...

Page 202: ...sors refer to Tire pressure monitoring system TPMS in the Tires Wheels and Loading chapter Replace the spare tire with a road tire as soon as possible During repairing or replacing of the flat tire have the authorized dealer inspect the TPMS sensor for damage WARNING The use of tire sealants may damage your tire pressure monitoring system TPMS and should not be used However if you must use a seala...

Page 203: ...HEEL FOR TEMPORARY USE ONLY When driving with one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above do not Exceed 50 mph 80 km h Load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load rating listed on the Safety Compliance Label Tow a trailer Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar spare tire Use more than one dissimilar spare tire at a time Use commercial car washing equipment Try to repair ...

Page 204: ...imilar spare tire wheel additional caution should be given to Towing a trailer Driving vehicles equipped with a camper body Driving vehicles with a load on the cargo rack Drive cautiously when using a full size dissimilar spare tire wheel and seek service as soon as possible Stopping and securing the vehicle 1 Park on a level surface set the parking brake and activate hazard flashers 2 Place gears...

Page 205: ...y pulling the cap up and sliding it away from the wheel Then turn the end of the cable so it fits through the slot and remove the cable and bracket 4 Detach the second cable by unscrewing the bolt Electric vehicles For specific information on the Transit Connect Electric refer to the Azure Dynamics TC E Owner s Guide Supplement Roadside Emergencies 205 PAGE POSITION 205 JOB zeta tweddle com ford_p...

Page 206: ...ged WARNING If the vehicle slips off the jack you or someone else could be seriously injured WARNING Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel Note Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked 1 Block the diagonally opp...

Page 207: ... part of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire Do not start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack The jack is only meant for changing the tire 5 Remove the lug nuts with the lug nut wrench 6 Replace the flat tire with the spare tire making sure the valve stem is facing outward Reinstall the lug nuts until the wheel is snug against the hub Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until t...

Page 208: ...olt into one of the holes in the wheel 4 Turn the end of the first cable so it fits through the slot and install the cable Then slide the cap over the retainer 5 Turn the lug wrench clockwise until the tire is raised to its stowed position underneath the vehicle The effort to turn the jack handle increases significantly and the spare tire carrier ratchets or slips when the tire is raised to the ma...

Page 209: ...mmended replacement fasteners WARNING When a wheel is installed always remove any corrosion dirt or foreign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the wheel hub brake drum or brake disc that contacts the wheel Ensure that any fasteners that attach the rotor to the hub are secured so they do not interfere with the mounting surfaces of the wheel Installing wheels w...

Page 210: ...he transmission may have firm and or soft shifts This operation is considered normal and will not affect function or durability of the transmission Over time the adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation 1 Use only a 12 volt supply to start your vehicle 2 Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this could damage the vehicle s electrical system 3 Park the b...

Page 211: ...e cable to fuel lines engine rocker covers the intake manifold or electrical components as grounding points WARNING Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative terminal of the battery to be jumped A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades belts moving parts of both engines or any fuel delivery system parts Ju...

Page 212: ...inal of the booster vehicle s battery 3 Remove the jumper cable from the positive terminal of the booster vehicle s battery 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 minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions D A B C 4 D 1 2 3 Roads...

Page 213: ...l lift equipment the front wheels drive wheels must be placed on a dolly to prevent damage to the transmission If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly vehicle damage may occur Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized tow truck operators Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual for proper hook up and towing procedures for your vehicle Electric vehicles F...

Page 214: ...der the following conditions Vehicle is facing forward so that it is being towed in a forward direction Place the transmission in N Neutral Refer to Brake shift interlock in the Driving chapter for specific instructions if you cannot move the gear shift lever into N Neutral Maximum speed is not to exceed 35 mph 56 km h Maximum distance is 50 miles 80 km Roadside Emergencies 214 PAGE POSITION 214 J...

Page 215: ...ng Ford or Motorcraft威 parts or remanufactured or other parts that are authorized by Ford Away from home If you are away from home when your vehicle needs service contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center or use the online resources listed below to find the nearest authorized dealer In the United States Mailing address Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center P O Box 6248 Dearborn MI 48...

Page 216: ...ontacting a Customer Relationship Center Vehicle Identification Number VIN Your telephone number home and business The name of the authorized dealer and city where located The vehicle s current odometer reading In some states you must directly notify Ford in writing before pursuing remedies under your state s warranty laws Ford is also allowed a final repair attempt in some states In the United St...

Page 217: ... bodily injury OR 2 Four or more repair attempts are made on the same nonconformity a defect or condition that substantially impairs the use value or safety of the vehicle OR 3 The vehicle is out of service for repair of nonconformities for a total of more than 30 calendar days not necessarily all at one time In the case of 1 or 2 above the consumer must also notify the manufacturer of the need fo...

Page 218: ...ndings of the BBB Auto Line dispute and decision are admissible in the court action Should you choose to accept the BBB AUTO LINE decision Ford is then bound by the decision and must comply with the decision within 30 days of receipt of your acceptance letter BBB AUTO LINE Application Using the information provided below please call or write to request a program application You will be asked for y...

Page 219: ...fair and final as the arbitrator s award is binding on both you and Ford of Canada CAMVAP services are available in all Canadian territories and provinces For more information without charge or obligation call your CAMVAP Provincial Administrator directly at 1 800 207 0685 or visit www camvap ca GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U S AND CANADA Before exporting your vehicle to a foreign country contac...

Page 220: ...ng or living in Puerto Rico contact the nearest authorized dealer If the authorized dealer cannot help you contact Ford International Business Development Inc Customer Relationship Center P O Box 11957 Caparra Heights Station San Juan Puerto Rico 00922 1957 Telephone 800 841 FORD 3673 FAX 313 390 0804 Email prcac ford com www ford com pr If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or ...

Page 221: ...WNER S LITERATURE To order the publications in this portfolio contact Helm Incorporated at HELM INCORPORATED P O Box 07150 Detroit Michigan 48207 Or to order a free publication catalog call toll free 1 800 782 4356 Monday Friday 8 00 a m 6 00 p m EST Helm Incorporated can also be reached by their website www helminc com Items in this catalog may be purchased by credit card check or money order Obt...

Page 222: ...ord Motor Company To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 go to http www safercar gov or write to Administrator 1200 New Jersey Avenue Southeast Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http www safercar gov REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS CANADA ONLY If you believe that your vehicle has a de...

Page 223: ...craft威 Bug and Tar Remover ZC 42 which is available from your authorized dealer Remove any exterior accessories such as antennas before entering a car wash Turn the heater fan off to prevent contamination of the cabin air filter Suntan lotions and insect repellents can damage any painted surface if these substances come in contact with your vehicle wash off as soon as possible If your vehicle is e...

Page 224: ...p insect deposits tar spots road salt and industrial fallout before repairing paint chips Always read the instructions before using the products ALUMINUM WHEELS AND WHEEL COVERS Aluminum wheels and wheel covers are coated with a clear coat paint finish In order to maintain their shine Clean weekly with Motorcraft威 Wheel and Tire Cleaner which is available from your authorized dealer Heavy dirt and...

Page 225: ...s that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean In Canada use Motorcraft威 Engine Shampoo CXC 66 A Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine Never wash or rinse the engine while it is hot or running water in the running engine may cause internal damage Never wash or rinse any ignition coil spark plug wire or spark plug well or the area in and around these locatio...

Page 226: ...ed dealer The wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl rubbing alcohol or Motorcraft威 Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate ZC 32 A in the U S or Premium Quality Windshield Washer Fluid CXC 37 A B D or F in Canada available from your authorized dealer This washer fluid contains special solution in addition to alcohol which helps to remove the hot wax deposited on the wiper blade and windshield f...

Page 227: ...G Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the steering wheel or instrument panel to avoid contamination of the airbag system If a staining liquid like coffee juice has been spilled on the instrument panel or on interior trim surfaces clean as follows 1 Wipe up spilled liquid using a clean white cotton cloth 2 Wipe the surface with a damp clean white cotton cloth For more th...

Page 228: ...t webbing LEATHER SEATS IF EQUIPPED Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner Clean spills and stains as quickly as possible For routine cleaning wipe the surface with a soft damp cloth For more thorough cleaning wipe the surface with a mild soap and water solution In Canada use Motorcraft威 Vinyl Cleaner CXC 93 Dry the area with a soft cloth If the leather cannot be completely cleaned using...

Page 229: ...g products or products of equivalent quality Motorcraft威 Bug and Tar Remover ZC 42 Motorcraft威 Custom Bright Metal Cleaner ZC 15 Motorcraft威 Detail Wash ZC 3 A Motorcraft威 Dusting Cloth ZC 24 Motorcraft威 Engine Shampoo and Degreaser U S only ZC 20 Motorcraft威 Engine Shampoo Canada only CXC 66 A Motorcraft威 Multi Purpose Cleaner Canada only CXC 101 Motorcraft威 Premium Glass Cleaner Canada only CXC ...

Page 230: ... 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 sure you have enough ventilation Keep all open flames and other burning material such as cigarettes away from the battery and all fuel related parts Working with the engine off 1 Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P...

Page 231: ...the right to release the secondary latch and lift the hood Note To prevent damage to or loss of the key remove the key immediately after opening the hood and swivel the badge back 3 Lift the hood and support it with the prop rod Maintenance and Specifications 231 PAGE POSITION 231 JOB zeta tweddle com ford_pdm ford own2002 835536 en tst og pubnum ...

Page 232: ...Battery 5 Power distribution box 6 Windshield washer fluid reservoir 7 Air filter assembly 8 Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 9 Engine oil dipstick 10 Power steering fluid reservoir 1 2 3 4 5 6 9 8 7 10 Maintenance and Specifications 232 PAGE POSITION 232 JOB zeta tweddle com ford_pdm ford own2002 835536 en tst og pubnum ...

Page 233: ...r washer system WARNING If you operate your vehicle in temperatures below 40 F 5 C use washer fluid with antifreeze protection Failure to use washer fluid with antifreeze protection in cold weather could result in impaired windshield vision and increase the risk of injury or accident CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES 1 Pull the wiper arm away from the vehicle Turn the blade at an angle from the wiper arm ...

Page 234: ... into the oil pan 3 Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P Park 4 Open the hood Protect yourself from engine heat 5 Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level dipstick 6 Wipe the dipstick clean Insert the dipstick fully then remove it again If the oil level is between the MIN and MAX marks the oil level is acceptable DO NOT ADD OIL If the oil level is below t...

Page 235: ...l filler cap removed Engine oil and filter recommendations Look for this certification trademark Use SAE 5W 20 engine oil Only use oils certified for gasoline engines by the American Petroleum Institute API An oil with this trademark symbol conforms to the current engine and emission system protection standards and fuel economy requirements of the International Lubricant Standardization and Approv...

Page 236: ...al water during its life of service If your battery has a cover shield make sure it is reinstalled after the battery has been cleaned or replaced For longer trouble free operation keep the top of the battery clean and dry Also make certain the battery cables are always tightly fastened to the battery terminals If you see any corrosion on the battery or terminals remove the cables from the terminal...

Page 237: ...ical attention If acid is swallowed call a physician immediately WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds Wash hands after handling Because your vehicle s engine is electronically controlled by a computer some control conditions are maintained by power from the battery When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed the engine must rele...

Page 238: ...heduled maintenance information The coolant concentration should be maintained at 50 50 coolant and distilled water For best results coolant concentration should be tested with a refractometer such as Rotunda tool 300 ROB75240E available from your dealer The level of coolant should be maintained at the MAX level in the coolant reservoir If the level falls below add coolant per the instructions in ...

Page 239: ...sher fluid outside of its specified function and vehicle location Adding engine coolant When adding coolant make sure it is a 50 50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water Add the mixture to the coolant reservoir when the engine is cool until the appropriate fill level is obtained WARNING Do not add engine coolant when the engine is hot Steam and scalding liquids released from a hot cooling ...

Page 240: ... 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 with overflow coolant systems with a non pressurized cap on the coolant recovery system add coolant to the coolant recovery reservoir when the engine is cool Add the proper mixture of coolant and distilled water to the FULL COLD level For...

Page 241: ...y 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 quart 1 0 liter of engine coolant per month have your authorized dealer check the engine cooling system Your cooling system may have a leak Operating an engine with a low level of coolant can result in engine overheating and possible engine damage Re...

Page 242: ...corrosion freeze protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage If available refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate protection at the temperatures in which you drive Vehicles driven year round in non extreme climates should use a 50 50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water for optim...

Page 243: ...maintain high speed operation and the engine will run rough Remember that the engine is capable of completely shutting down automatically to prevent engine damage therefore 1 Pull off the road as soon as safely possible and turn off the engine 2 Arrange for the vehicle to be taken to an authorized dealer 3 If this is not possible wait a short period for the engine to cool 4 Check the coolant level...

Page 244: ...r mishandled WARNING Gasoline may contain benzene which is a cancer causing agent Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel Extinguish all smoking materials and any open flames before refueling your vehicle Always turn off the vehicle before refueling Automotive fuels can be harmful or fatal if swallowed Fuel such as gasoline is highly toxic and if swallowed can cause death or...

Page 245: ...G When refueling always shut the engine off and never allow sparks or open flames near the filler neck Never smoke while refueling Fuel vapor is extremely hazardous under certain conditions Care should be taken to avoid inhaling excess fumes WARNING The flow of fuel through a fuel pump nozzle can produce static electricity which can cause a fire if fuel is pumped into an ungrounded fuel container ...

Page 246: ...se until it spins off 4 Pull to remove the cap from the fuel filler pipe 5 To install the cap align the tabs on the cap with the notches on the filler pipe 6 Tighten the filler cap clockwise until the cap clicks 7 Lock the fuel filler door If the check fuel cap light comes on the fuel filler cap may not be properly installed The light can come on after several driving events after you ve refueled ...

Page 247: ...e was not designed to use fuel or fuel additives with metallic compounds including manganese based additives Note Use of any fuel other than those recommended may cause powertrain damage a loss of vehicle performance and repairs may not be covered under warranty Octane recommendations Regular unleaded gasoline with a pump R M 2 octane rating of 87 is recommended Some stations offer fuels posted as...

Page 248: ...Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the World Wide Fuel Charter Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated cleaner burning gasolines to improve air quality per the recommendations in the Choosing the right fuel section Running out of fuel Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse effect on powertrain components If you have run out of fuel You may need...

Page 249: ...uel gauge indicates empty Empty reserve is the small amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank after the fuel gauge indicates empty The amount of usable fuel in the empty reserve varies and should not be relied upon to increase driving range When refueling your vehicle after the fuel gauge indicates empty you might not be able to refuel the full amount of the advertised capacity of the fuel tank d...

Page 250: ...ecords during summer and winter will show how temperature impacts fuel economy In general lower temperatures give lower fuel economy Driving style good driving and fuel economy habits Give consideration to the lists that follow and you may be able to change a number of variables and improve your fuel economy Habits Smooth moderate operation can yield up to 10 savings in fuel Steady speeds without ...

Page 251: ...aintenance checks found in scheduled maintenance information Conditions Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy at any speed Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy approximately 1 mpg 0 4 km L is lost for every 400 lb 180 kg of weight carried Adding certain accessories to your vehicle for example bug deflectors rollbars light bars running boards ski racks...

Page 252: ... performed according to the specified schedule The scheduled maintenance items listed in scheduled maintenance information are essential to the life and performance of your vehicle and to its emissions system If other than Ford Motorcraft威 or Ford authorized parts are used for maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting emission control such non Ford parts should be equivalent ...

Page 253: ...r to illuminate Examples are 1 The vehicle has run out of fuel the engine may misfire or run poorly 2 Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel the engine may misfire or run poorly 3 The fuel cap may not have been securely tightened See Fuel filler cap in this chapter 4 Driving through deep water the electrical system may be wet These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank w...

Page 254: ... the ignition key to the on position for 15 seconds without cranking the engine If the service engine soon indicator blinks eight times it means that the vehicle is not ready for I M testing if the service engine soon indicator stays on solid it means that the vehicle is ready for I M testing The OBD II system is designed to check the emission control system during normal driving A complete check ...

Page 255: ...e Supplement BRAKE FLUID The fluid level will drop slowly as the brakes wear and will rise when the brake components are replaced Fluid levels between the MIN and MAX lines are within the normal operating range there is no need to add fluid If the fluid levels are outside of the normal operating range the performance of the system could be compromised seek service from your authorized dealer immed...

Page 256: ...w fluid to cool before checking Under these conditions the vehicle must be restarted prior to checking the fluid level 1 Drive the vehicle 20 miles 30 km or until it reaches normal operating temperature 2 Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking brake 3 With the parking brake engaged and your foot on the brake pedal start the engine and move the gearshift lever through all of the...

Page 257: ...ission fluid may cause shift and or engagement concerns and or possible damage High fluid levels can be caused by an overheating condition Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels Before adding any fluid make sure the correct type is used The type of fluid used is normally indicated on the dipstick and also in the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section in this chapter Use o...

Page 258: ... and or personal burn injuries do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running Changing the air filter element 1 Release the clamps that secure the air filter housing cover 2 Carefully separate the two halves of the air filter housing 3 Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing 4 Wipe the air filter housing and cover clean to r...

Page 259: ...irt grease oil tar or mud from exterior surfaces rear wheel housing and underside of front fenders See the Cleaning chapter for more information Periodically wash vehicles stored in exposed locations Touch up raw or primed metal to prevent rust Cover chrome and stainless steel parts with a thick coat of auto wax to prevent discoloration Re wax as necessary when the vehicle is washed See the Cleani...

Page 260: ...eck and recharge as necessary Keep connections clean If storing your vehicle for more than 30 days without recharging the battery it may be advisable to disconnect the battery cables to ensure battery charge is maintained for quick starting Note If battery cables are disconnected it will be necessary to reset memory features Brakes Make sure brakes and parking brake are fully released Tires Mainta...

Page 261: ...ent see your authorized dealer Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the spark plugs Replace the spark plugs with ones that meet Ford material and design specifications for your vehicle such as Motorcraft威 or equivalent replacement parts The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are not used Maintenance and Sp...

Page 262: ...raft威 Penetrating and Lock Lubricant XL 1 None Automatic transmission fluid 7 1 quarts 6 7L 1 Motorcraft威 MERCON威 LV ATF 2 XT 10 QLV MERCON威 LV Engine oil 4 5 quarts 4 3L Motorcraft威 SAE 5W 20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil US Motorcraft威 SAE 5W 20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil US Motorcraft威 SAE 5W 20 Super Premium Motor Oil Canada Motorcraft威 SAE 5W 20 Synthetic Motor Oil Canada 3 XO 5W20 QSP US X...

Page 263: ...will vary based on vehicle application and transmission fluid cooling system i e coolers size cooling lines auxiliary cooler capacities The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication on the dipstick s normal operating range 2 Automatic transmissions that require MERCON威 LV should only use MERCON威 LV fluid Refer to scheduled maintenance to determine the correct ser...

Page 264: ...quired fuel Minimum 87 octane Firing order 1 3 4 2 Ignition system C O P Compression ratio 10 0 1 Spark plug gap 051 inch 002 1 3 mm 05 Maintenance and Specifications 264 PAGE POSITION 264 JOB zeta tweddle com ford_pdm ford own2002 835536 en tst og pubnum ...

Page 265: ...ification Label be affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where the Safety Compliance Certification Label may be located The Safety Compliance Certification Label is located on the structure B Pillar by the trailing edge of the driver s door or the edge of the driver s door Maintenance and Specifications 265 PAGE POSITION 265 JOB zeta tweddle com ford_pdm ford own2002 835536 en tst og pubnum ...

Page 266: ...cturer identifier 2 Brake system Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR Restraint Devices and their location 3 Make vehicle line series body type 4 Engine type 5 Check digit 6 Model year 7 Assembly plant 8 Production sequence number Electric vehicles For specific information on the Transit Connect Electric refer to the Azure Dynamics TC E Owner s Guide Supplement XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Maintenance and Specif...

Page 267: ...afety Compliance Certification Label The following table tells you which transmission each code represents Description Code Four speed automatic 4F27E D2 Maintenance and Specifications 267 PAGE POSITION 267 JOB zeta tweddle com ford_pdm ford own2002 835536 en tst og pubnum ...

Page 268: ... accessories The accessories will be warranted for whichever provides you the greatest benefit 12 months or 12 000 miles 20 000 km whichever occurs first or the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty Contact your dealer for details and a copy of the warranty The following is a list of several Ford Custom Accessories Not all accessories are available for all models For a complete listing of...

Page 269: ...mation The Federal Communications Commission FCC and Canadian Radio Telecommunications Commission CRTC regulate the use of mobile communications systems such as two way radios telephones and theft alarms that are equipped with radio transmitters Any such equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with FCC or CRTC regulations and should be installed only by a qualified service technician Mob...

Page 270: ... 29 critical components Ford ESP is honored by all Ford and Lincoln Dealers in the U S and Canada It s the only extended service plan authorized and backed by Ford Motor Company That means you get Reliable quality service anywhere you go Factory trained technicians Ford Authorized Parts used with every covered repair Rental car reimbursement If your vehicle is kept overnight for covered repairs yo...

Page 271: ...at covers items that routinely wear out The coverage is prepaid so you never have to worry about affording your vehicle maintenance It covers regular checkups routine inspections preventive care and replacement of items that require periodic attention for normal wear Wiper blades Brake pads and linings Spark plugs except California Shock absorbers Clutch disc Belts and hoses Contact your selling F...

Page 272: ...Ford Extended Service Plan 272 PAGE POSITION 272 JOB zeta tweddle com ford_pdm ford own2002 835536 en tst og pubnum ...

Page 273: ...e in various time distance and deductible combinations Each plan is tailored to fit your own driving needs including reimbursement for towing and rental When you purchase Ford ESP you receive added peace of mind protection throughout Canada and the United States provided by a network of participating Ford Motor Company dealers For more information visit your local Ford of Canada dealer or www ford...

Page 274: ...nance using genuine Ford parts They are committed to meeting your service needs and to assuring your continuing satisfaction Protecting your investment Maintenance is an investment that will pay dividends in the form of improved reliability durability and resale value To ensure the proper performance of your vehicle and its emission control systems it is imperative that scheduled maintenance be co...

Page 275: ...y by a qualified expert such as the factory trained technicians at your dealership Your vehicle s oils and fluids should be changed at the specified intervals or in conjunction with a repair Flushing is a viable way to change fluid for many vehicle sub systems during scheduled maintenance It is critical that systems are flushed only with new fluid that is the same as that required to fill and oper...

Page 276: ... performed by the owner or a service technician at the intervals indicated Service information and supporting specifications are provided in this owner s guide Any adverse condition should be brought to the attention of your dealer or qualified service technician as soon as possible for the proper service advice The owner maintenance service checks are generally not covered by warranties so you ma...

Page 277: ... running great Multi point inspection Recommended each visit Accessory drive belt s Half shaft dust boots if equipped Battery performance Horn operation Clutch operation if equipped Radiator cooler heater and A C hoses Engine air filter Suspension component for leaks or damage Exhaust system Steering and linkage Exterior lamps and hazard warning system operation Tires for wear and proper pressure ...

Page 278: ...things that may require future or immediate attention The multi point vehicle inspection is one more way to keep your vehicle running great Scheduled Maintenance 278 PAGE POSITION 278 JOB zeta tweddle com ford_pdm ford own2002 835536 en tst og pubnum ...

Page 279: ...llowing section contains the Normal Schedule This schedule is presented at specific mileage kilometer intervals with exceptions noted Scheduled Maintenance 279 PAGE POSITION 279 JOB zeta tweddle com ford_pdm ford own2002 835536 en tst og pubnum ...

Page 280: ...inings hoses and parking brake Inspect engine cooling system concentration and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect front axle and U joints lubricate if equipped with grease fittings 4WD vehicles Inspect half shaft boots if equipped Inspect steering linkage ball joints suspension tie rod ends driveshaft and U joints lubricate if equipped with grease fittings Torque rear U bolts Tr...

Page 281: ...ums brake linings hoses and parking brake Inspect engine cooling system concentration and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect front axle and U joints lubricate if equipped with grease fittings 4WD vehicles Inspect half shaft boots if equipped Inspect steering linkage ball joints suspension tie rod ends driveshaft and U joints lubricate if equipped with grease fittings Torque rear...

Page 282: ...le fluid Dana axles Inspect accessory drive belt s 2 Every 150 000 miles 240 000 km Change automatic transmission fluid and filter except 5 speed TorqShift威 transmission filter not required on 6F35 6F50 DPS6 and AWF 21 transmissions consult dealer for requirements Change front axle fluid 4WD vehicles Change manual transmission fluid Escape Change rear axle fluid RWD vehicles Change transfer case f...

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Page 286: ...les 8 000 km Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal noise wear looseness or drag Rotate tires inspect tire wear and measure tread depth Every 5 000 miles 8 000 km or 6 months Change engine oil and filter Inspect and lubricate U joints Every 30 000 miles 48 000 km Change automatic transmission fluid except 6R80 and TorqShift威 transmissions Replace front wheel bearing grease grease seals...

Page 287: ...re tread depth Every 5 000 miles 8 000 km or 6 months Inspect and lubricate U joints Every 5 000 miles 8 000 km 6 months or 200 engine hours Change engine oil and filter Every 30 000 miles 48 000 km Change automatic transmission fluid except 6R80 and TorqShift威 transmissions Replace front wheel bearing grease grease seals if non sealed bearings are used 2WD vehicles Every 60 000 miles 96 000 km Ch...

Page 288: ...months or 200 engine hours Change engine oil and filter Every 30 000 miles 48 000 km Change automatic transmission fluid except 6R80 and TorqShift威 transmissions Replace front wheel bearing grease grease seals if non sealed bearings are used 2WD vehicles Every 50 000 miles 80 000 km Change manual transmission fluid Change rear axle fluid E 450 and F 450 550 only Every 60 000 miles 96 000 km Change...

Page 289: ...t 6R80 and TorqShift威 transmissions Replace front wheel bearing grease grease seals if non sealed bearings are used 2WD vehicles Every 50 000 miles 80 000 km Change manual transmission fluid Change rear axle fluid E 450 and F 450 550 only Every 60 000 miles 96 000 km Change transfer case fluid 4WD vehicles If equipped with dual rear wheels rotate front wheels when specified rear wheels only if unu...

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Page 292: ...er FITZ 19580 B or equivalent Add four ounces 118 mL of additive friction modifier XL 3 EST M2C118 A or equivalent for complete refill of Traction Lok rear axles The axle fluid should be changed anytime the axle has been submerged in water California fuel filter replacement If the vehicle is registered in California the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this...

Page 293: ...ne air filter and cabin air filter ENGINE COOLANT CHANGE RECORD Initial change 6 years or 105 000 miles 168 000 km whichever comes first After initial change Every 3 years or 45 000 miles 72 000 km Engine coolant change log DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO...

Page 294: ...ill capacities 262 B Battery 236 acid treating emergencies 236 jumping a disabled battery 210 maintenance free 236 replacement specifications 261 servicing 236 Belt Minder威 104 Blind spot mirror 189 Bluetooth system 36 Booster seats 135 Brakes 175 anti lock 175 anti lock brake system ABS warning light 175 fluid checking and adding 255 fluid refill capacities 262 fluid specifications 262 lubricant ...

Page 295: ...D Daytime running lamps see Lamps 52 Dipstick automatic transmission fluid 256 engine oil 234 Doors 77 central unlocking 76 Driving under special conditions through water 191 E Emergencies roadside jump starting 210 Emission control system 252 Engine 264 265 cleaning 225 coolant 238 fail safe cooling 242 idle speed control 236 lubrication specifications 262 refill capacities 262 service points 232...

Page 296: ...3 Headlamps 51 aiming 53 bulb specifications 56 daytime running lights 52 flash to pass 52 high beam 52 replacing bulbs 58 turning on and off 51 Heating heating and air conditioning system 47 Hood 231 I Ignition 170 264 265 Illuminated visor mirror 65 Infant seats see Safety seats 124 Inspection maintenance I M testing 254 Instrument panel cleaning 227 cluster 14 lighting up panel and interior 53 ...

Page 297: ...fication Sensor 97 Power distribution box see Fuses 199 Power mirrors 69 Power point 66 Power steering 180 fluid checking and adding 255 fluid refill capacity 262 fluid specifications 262 Power Windows 67 Preparing to drive your vehicle 181 R Radio 23 24 26 29 Rear view camera system 188 Recommendations for attaching safety restraints for children 122 Relays 194 Remote entry system 77 illuminated ...

Page 298: ...ntrol 69 Starting your vehicle 170 172 jump starting 210 Steering wheel controls 71 tilting 65 SYNC威 46 T Tilt steering wheel 65 Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS Tires Wheels and Loading 156 Tires 141 142 202 alignment 149 care 145 changing 202 206 checking the pressure 145 inflating 143 label 155 replacing 147 rotating 149 safety practices 148 sidewall information 150 snow tires and chains 16...

Page 299: ...her fluid 233 Water Driving through 191 Windows power 67 rear wiper washer 64 Windshield defrosting 50 Windshield washer fluid and wipers checking and adding fluid 233 operation 64 replacing wiper blades 233 234 Wrecker towing 213 Index 299 PAGE POSITION 299 JOB zeta tweddle com ford_pdm ford own2002 835536 en tst og pubnum ...

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