Ford Zephyr 2006 Owner'S Manual Download Page 54

3. Press the SET + control and
release it.

4. Take your foot off the accelerator
pedal.

5. The indicator

light on the

instrument cluster will 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

To disengage the speed control:

Depress the brake pedal.

Disengaging the speed control will not erase previous set speed.

Resuming a set speed

Press the RESUME control and
release it. This will automatically
return the vehicle to the previously
set speed. The RESUME control will
not work if the vehicle speed is not
faster than 30 mph (48 km/h).

2006 Zephyr

(378)

Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA

(fus)

Driver Controls

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Summary of Contents for Zephyr 2006

Page 1: ...efroster 28 Lights 29 Headlamps 29 Turn signal control 33 Bulb replacement 34 Driver Controls 46 Windshield wiper washer control 46 Steering wheel adjustment 47 Power windows 50 Mirrors 52 Speed contr...

Page 2: ...tarting 164 Brakes 168 Traction Control AdvanceTrac 170 Transmission operation 171 Roadside Emergencies 175 Getting roadside assistance 175 Hazard flasher switch 176 Fuel pump shut off switch 177 Fuse...

Page 3: ...49 Index 251 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...

Page 4: ...pany and its products visit the following website In the United States www ford com In Canada www ford ca In Mexico www ford com mx In Australia www ford com au Additional owner information is given i...

Page 5: ...horized disposal of waste cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards this aim Information in this respect is highlighted in this guide with the tree symbol BREAKING IN YOUR VEHIC...

Page 6: ...ally includes information about the performance or status of various systems and modules in the vehicle such as engine throttle steering or brake systems In order to properly diagnose and service your...

Page 7: ...ust be paramount when using mobile communications equipment to avoid negating these benefits Mobile Communication Equipment includes but is not limited to cellular phones pagers portable email devices...

Page 8: ...rning Child Seat Lower Anchor Child Seat Tether Anchor Brake System Anti Lock Brake System Brake Fluid Non Petroleum Based Powertrain Malfunction Speed Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Fl...

Page 9: ...e Coolant Engine Coolant Temperature Do Not Open When Hot Battery Avoid Smoking Flames or Sparks Battery Acid Explosive Gas Fan Warning Power Steering Fluid Maintain Correct Fluid Level MAX MIN Emissi...

Page 10: ...he ON position to check the bulb Solid illumination after the engine is started indicates the On Board Diagnostics System OBD II has detected a malfunction Refer to On board diagnostics OBD II in the...

Page 11: ...brake system malfunction and the brake system should be inspected immediately by your authorized dealer Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light on is dangerous A significant decrease in...

Page 12: ...Control is active If the light remains on have the system serviced immediately refer to the Driving chapter for more information Speed control Illuminates when the speed control is engaged Turns off...

Page 13: ...e Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on the ignition is off the key is not in the ignition and the driver s door is opened Parking brake ON Sounds when the parking brake is left ON and dri...

Page 14: ...e ON position The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or on a grade The FUEL icon and arrow indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located Refer to Filling...

Page 15: ...the message center INFO button until TRIP appears in the display this represents the trip mode Press the control again to select Trip A and Trip B features Press and hold the RESET button for two seco...

Page 16: ...er front door is opened THX Your vehicle may be equipped with the THX II certified premium audio system This system creates optimal acoustic quality for all seating positions and road conditions The s...

Page 17: ...o stations broadcasting the desired program type RBDS Radio Broadcast Data System Available in FM mode only Allows you to search RBDS equipped stations for certain categories of music or announcements...

Page 18: ...noise Use to adjust Recommended level is 1 3 Level 0 turns the feature off and level 7 is the maximum setting Occupancy mode Use to select and optimize sound for ALL SEATS DRIVERS SEAT or REAR SEATS...

Page 19: ...o enter CD mode If a CD is already loaded into the system CD play will begin where it ended last If no CD is loaded NO DISC will appear in the display CD units are designed to play commercially presse...

Page 20: ...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 furth...

Page 21: ...should not be inserted into the CD player The label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed It is recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive la...

Page 22: ...ontrol Press to engage the dual zone feature of the DATC system Allows the passenger to choose and control a different temperature than the driver if desired 3 R Rear defroster Press to defrost the re...

Page 23: ...butes air through the floor and rear seat floor ducts The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging Distributes air through the instrument panel registers and the front an...

Page 24: ...ts Fahrenheit Celsius in the Driver Controls chapter MAX A C setting In order to achieve maximum cooling performance press A C and set the temperature to 60 F 16 C and the highest blower setting 1 Def...

Page 25: ...oster ducts demister outlets and the front and rear seat floor ducts The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging Distributes air through the floor and rear seat floor du...

Page 26: ...control Controls the temperature on the driver side of the vehicle in dual zone and controls the temperature of both the driver and passenger sides in single zone 16 AUTO Press to engage automatic tem...

Page 27: ...modes Move temperature control to full cold Select A C and recirculated air Use recirculated air with A C to provide colder airflow Set highest fan speed initially then adjust to maintain comfort To...

Page 28: ...ally after 10 minutes or when the ignition is turned to the 1 LOCK position To manually turn off the defroster before 10 minutes have passed push the control again Do not use razor blades or other sha...

Page 29: ...or a predetermined amount of time after the ignition switch is turned to LOCK You can change the amount of time the lamps stay on by using the programming procedure that follows Autolamps Programmable...

Page 30: ...aytime running lamps DRL if equipped Turns on the front turn lamps To activate the ignition must be in the ON position the headlamp control is in the OFF autolamps or parking lamp position and the tra...

Page 31: ...tion past detent to turn on the interior lamps At dusk and dawn the brightness are illuminated to higher than normal intensity to enhance contrast and visibility The system automatically dims down as...

Page 32: ...eight of the headlamp bulb center from the ground and mark an 8 foot 2 5 meter horizontal reference line on the vertical wall or screen at this height a piece of masking tape works well 3 Turn on the...

Page 33: ...ontal reference line 6 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 to activate the left turn signal Push u...

Page 34: ...bs frequently Using the right bulbs Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below Headlamp bulbs must be marked with an authorized D O T for North America and an E for Europe to ensure lamp perfo...

Page 35: ...578 All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted To replace all instrument panel lights see your authorized dealer To replace these lamps see your authorized dealer Replacing headlamp b...

Page 36: ...ing rearward 7 Remove the bulb socket by rotating it counterclockwise then pulling it straight out of the lamp assembly 8 Carefully pull bulb straight out of socket and push in the new one Handle a ha...

Page 37: ...ke sure the protective rubber cap is completely seated 14 Reconnect washer bottle filler neck snap strap by reversing step 3 Passenger Side Only 15 Reinstall the AirTube to the air filter assembly Dri...

Page 38: ...8 Let go of the bulb socket and leave it dangling near the lamp housing Passenger side only 9 Reach over the front bolster in the engine area with a tool if necessary bring the bulb socket upwards in...

Page 39: ...e to the air filter assembly Driver s side only 18 Reinstall the vertical shield to the bolster Driver s side only 19 Turn the headlamps on and make sure they work properly If the headlamp was correct...

Page 40: ...pulling it out of the lamp assembly 7 Let go of the bulb socket and leave it dangling near the lamp housing 8 Reach over the front bolster in the engine area with a tool if necessary bring the bulb s...

Page 41: ...is in the OFF position then open the hood 2 Reach over the front bolster 3 Disengage top of flexible washer bottle filler neck from snap strap attachment and position it to gain access path to the hi...

Page 42: ...amp module containing integral multiple light emitting diodes LED If one or more LEDs burn out the complete lamp module has to be replaced See your authorized dealer for the replacement LED module Rep...

Page 43: ...ll trunk floor carpeting panel Replacing backup lamp redundant tail lamp bulbs The backup lamp and redundant tail lamp bulbs are located in the trunk lid Follow the same steps to replace either bulb 1...

Page 44: ...bulbs 1 Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position 2 Remove the two screws from the license plate lamp assembly 3 Remove bulb socket by turning counterclockwise 4 Carefully pull the bulb out...

Page 45: ...mbly counterclockwise to remove from the fog lamp 4 Carefully disconnect the bulb from the harness assembly via the two snap clips Install the new bulb in reverse order 2006 Zephyr 378 Owners Guide po...

Page 46: ...pers will go Windshield washer Push the end of the stalk briefly causes a single swipe of the wipers without washer fluid a quick push and hold the wipers will swipe three times with washer fluid a lo...

Page 47: ...p to its original position to lock the steering column Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR Lift the mirror cover to turn on the visor mirror lamps Slide...

Page 48: ...rtment Press the latch to open the storage compartment The storage compartment may be used to secure sunglasses or a similar object CLOCK Press the right control to move the time display forwards Pres...

Page 49: ...age 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 The auxiliary power...

Page 50: ...usly injure themselves When closing the power windows you should verify they are free of obstructions and ensure that children and or pets are not in the proximity of the window openings Press and pul...

Page 51: ...ce back position is reached Security Override If during a bounce back condition the switch is released to the neutral position then held in the one touch up position within two seconds after the windo...

Page 52: ...r detects bright light from behind the vehicle it will automatically adjust darken to minimize glare The mirror will automatically return to the normal state whenever the vehicle is placed in R Revers...

Page 53: ...ted 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 SPEED CONTROL With spee...

Page 54: ...icle speed decreases more than 10 mph 16 km h below your set speed on an uphill your speed control will disengage Disengaging speed control To disengage the speed control Depress the brake pedal Disen...

Page 55: ...ired speed When the vehicle reaches that speed press and release the SET control Reducing speed while using speed control There are two ways to reduce a set speed Press and hold the SET control until...

Page 56: ...ntrol Note When you turn off the speed control or the ignition your speed control set speed memory is erased STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS Radio control features Press MEDIA to select AM FM1 FM2 or CD In Ra...

Page 57: ...ed MOON ROOF IF EQUIPPED You can move the glass panel of the moon roof back to open or tilt up from the closed position to ventilate the vehicle Do not let children play with the moon roof or leave ch...

Page 58: ...moon roof will automatically open and stop at a prescribed position Bounce back override To override bounce back press and hold the front portion of the control For example Bounce back can be used to...

Page 59: ...garage door which cannot detect an object signaling the door to stop and reverse does not meet current U S federal safety standards For more information contact HomeLink at www homelink com or 1 800...

Page 60: ...anadian residents 4 The indicator light will flash slowly and then rapidly Release both buttons when the indicator light flashes rapidly The rapid flashing light indicates acceptance of the hand held...

Page 61: ...erator Canadian Programming During programming your hand held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting not allowing enough time for HomeLink to accept the signal from the hand held transmitter...

Page 62: ...e two outer HomeLink buttons until the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds Release both buttons Do not hold for longer that 30 seconds HomeLink is now in the train or learning mode and ca...

Page 63: ...f potential vehicle problems with a display of system warnings followed by a long indicator chime Selectable features Reset Press this control to select and reset functions shown in the INFO menu and...

Page 64: ...economy in miles gallon or liters 100 km If you calculate your average fuel economy by dividing gallons of fuel used by gallons of fuel used by 100 miles traveled kilometers traveled by liters used y...

Page 65: ...djustment Most geographic areas zones have a magnetic north compass point that varies slightly from the northerly direction on maps This variation is four degrees between adjacent zones and will becom...

Page 66: ...cation is displayed on the message center To exit the zone setting mode press and release the RESET control 8 Press the RESET control to start the compass calibration function 9 Slowly drive the vehic...

Page 67: ...System check Selecting this function from the SETUP menu causes the message center to cycle through each of the systems being monitored For each of the monitored systems the message center will indica...

Page 68: ...t seat This feature automatically moves the drivers seat backwards for easy exit from the vehicle 1 To disable enable the easy exit seat feature select this function from the SETUP control for the cur...

Page 69: ...these warning conditions still exist within the vehicle Warnings Status Driver door ajar Warning cannot be reset PLEASE CLOSE DOOR will be displayed Passenger door ajar Rear left door ajar Rear right...

Page 70: ...ys on or continues to come on contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible CHECK LEFT OR RIGHT HEADLAMPS if equipped Displayed when the headlamps are activated and at least one low beam is burne...

Page 71: ...INTERIOR TRUNK CONTROL Press the remote trunk release control on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel 2006 Zephyr 378 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Driver Controls 71...

Page 72: ...tart If you lose your authorized dealer supplied IKTs replacement IKTs are available through your authorized dealer Standard SecuriLock keys without remote entry transmitter functionality can also be...

Page 73: ...remote entry functions of your vehicle it is recommended that the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter IKT be handled properly when starting and turning off your vehicle When inserting the IKT into the igni...

Page 74: ...th the power door lock control on the driver or passenger door trim panel all the doors will lock then all doors will automatically unlock reminding you that your key is still in the ignition The vehi...

Page 75: ...icle doors are closed You must complete Steps 1 5 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated If the procedure needs to be repeated wait a minimum of 30 seconds before beginning again...

Page 76: ...to the lock position key at an angle to engage the childproof locks Insert the key and turn to the unlock position key horizontal to disengage the childproof locks INTERIOR LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT RELEASE...

Page 77: ...nd risk injury Children should be taught not to play in vehicles On hot days the temperature in the trunk or vehicle interior can rise very quickly Exposure of people or animals to these high temperat...

Page 78: ...icle doors remotely lock all the vehicle doors remotely open the trunk activate the personal alarm arm and disarm the perimeter anti theft system operate the illuminated entry feature The remote entry...

Page 79: ...uipped Press and hold for more than two seconds in order to begin opening the two front windows and moonroof if equipped The control can then be released and the windows and moonroof will complete the...

Page 80: ...the memory seat mirror feature Press to automatically move the seat mirror to the desired memory position Note The seat will not travel to their final position if the key is not in the ignition and th...

Page 81: ...attery cover 2 Do not wipe off any grease on the battery terminals on the back surface of the circuit board 3 Remove the old battery Note Please refer to local regulations when disposing of transmitte...

Page 82: ...will turn off the interior lights if the ignition is turned to the 3 RUN position or the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter lock control is pressed or the vehicle is locked using the keyless entry keypad...

Page 83: ...oor unlock control on the door panel three times 5 Turn the ignition back to the 3 RUN position The horn will chirp one time to confirm programming mode has been entered and is active 6 Press the powe...

Page 84: ...entry keypad to lock or unlock the doors without using a key open the trunk recall memory seat power mirrors positions if equipped The keypad can be operated with the factory set 5 digit entry code th...

Page 85: ...ode will work even if you have set your own personal code Erasing personal code 1 Enter the factory set 5 digit code 2 Within five seconds press the 1 2 on the keypad and release 3 Press and hold the...

Page 86: ...ll lock all the doors when all the doors are closed the ignition is in the 3 RUN position you shift into any gear putting the vehicle in motion and the vehicle attains a speed greater than 12 mph 20 k...

Page 87: ...ds before beginning again 1 Place the key in the ignition and turn the ignition to the 3 RUN position 2 Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times 3 Turn the ignition from the 3...

Page 88: ...lock sequence or using a keypad procedure Note The autounlock feature can be activated deactivated independently of the autolock feature Power door unlock lock procedure Before starting ensure the ig...

Page 89: ...ndicate the system has been disabled or a chirp followed by a honk to indicate the system has been enabled SECURILOCK PASSIVE ANTI THEFT SYSTEM SecuriLock passive anti theft system is an engine immobi...

Page 90: ...tion the indicator will flash once every 2 seconds to indicate the SecuriLock system is functioning as a theft deterrent When the ignition is in the 3 RUN position the indicator will glow for 3 second...

Page 91: ...le 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 Integrated Keyh...

Page 92: ...viously programmed coded key insert the new unprogrammed key new key valet key into the ignition 8 Turn the ignition from the 1 LOCK position to the 3 RUN position Keep the ignition in the 3 RUN posit...

Page 93: ...on of your Integrated Keyhead Transmitter When you press the lock control twice within three seconds on the remote entry transmitter portion of your IKT the horn will chirp once to let you know that a...

Page 94: ...n ignition to the 3 ON position with a valid SecuriLock key Press the panic control on the remote entry transmitter portion of your IKT This will only shut off the horn and turn lamps when the alarm i...

Page 95: ...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 Adjusta...

Page 96: ...system resulting in serious injury or death in a crash Always sit upright against your seatback with your feet on the floor To reduce the risk of possible serious injury Do not hang objects off seat b...

Page 97: ...ection of the arrows to raise or lower the rear portion of the seat cushion Press the switch in the direction of the arrows to move the seat forward backward up or down Power recline Press the control...

Page 98: ...te entry transmitter UNLOCK control and the transmitter is programmed to a memory seat position or when you enter a valid customer code 1 or 2 on the keypad To program the memory seat to remote entry...

Page 99: ...re is a filter located under each front seat The filter can be accessed from the first row seat Move the front seats all the way back and up to ease access To remove an air filter Remove key from igni...

Page 100: ...outside edge of the filter and rotate up into the housing until it clips into position REAR SEATS Split folding rear seatbacks One or both rear seatbacks can be folded down to provide additional cargo...

Page 101: ...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 Make sure that the saf...

Page 102: ...r protect a range of occupants in a variety of frontal crash situations Your vehicle s Personal Safety System consists of Driver and passenger dual stage airbag supplemental restraints Front outboard...

Page 103: ...ions and in side collisions when the vehicle is equipped with the side air curtain system Driver and passenger dual stage airbag supplemental restraints The dual stage airbags offer the capability to...

Page 104: ...use appropriate child restraints The front passenger sensing system can automatically turn off the front passenger airbag and passenger seat mounted side airbag The system is designed to help protect...

Page 105: ...es a warning light in the instrument cluster or a back up tone to indicate the condition of the system Refer to the Warning light section in the Instrument Cluster chapter Routine maintenance of the P...

Page 106: ...or 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 In a r...

Page 107: ...le receives an impact of 5 mph 8 km h or more the safety belt will become locked and help reduce your forward movement Energy Management Feature Front Outboard This vehicle has a safety belt system wi...

Page 108: ...orner sharply or the vehicle receives an impact of approximately 5 mph 8 km h or more the combination safety belts will lock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers Automatic lock...

Page 109: ...on is noted Failure to replace the belt and retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in a collision Unbuckle the combination lap shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disenga...

Page 110: ...n a collision Safety belt warning light and indicator chime The safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts...

Page 111: ...er feature The warnings are the same for the driver and the front passenger If the BeltMinder warnings have expired warnings for approximately 5 minutes for one occupant driver or front passenger the...

Page 112: ...0 crashes occur every day The more we drive the more we are exposed to rare events even for good drivers 1 in 4 of us will be seriously injured in a crash during our lifetime I m not going far 3 of 4...

Page 113: ...RASH Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt to avoid the BeltMinder chime Sitting on the safety belt will increase the risk of injury in an accident To disable one time or deactivate the BeltMinde...

Page 114: ...f and others who may use the vehicle To reduce the risk of injury do not deactivate activate the BeltMinder feature while driving the vehicle 1 Turn the ignition switch to the RUN or ON position DO NO...

Page 115: ...e not damaged Inspect the safety belts to make sure there are no nicks tears or cuts Replace if necessary All safety belt assemblies including retractors buckles front safety belt buckle assemblies bu...

Page 116: ...should always properly wear their safety belts even when an air bag supplemental restraint system SRS is provided Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly...

Page 117: ...objects on or over the airbag inflation area may cause those objects to be propelled by the airbag into your face and torso causing serious injury Do not attempt to service repair or modify the airba...

Page 118: ...plemental restraint system work The safety belt pretensioner and airbag SRS are designed to activate when the vehicle sustains longitudinal deceleration sufficient to cause the sensors to close an ele...

Page 119: ...eye injuries or internal injuries particularly to occupants who are not properly restrained or are otherwise out of position at the time of airbag deployment Thus it is extremely important that occupa...

Page 120: ...ssenger s frontal airbag under certain conditions The front passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the front passenger s seat and safety belt The sensors are designed to detect t...

Page 121: ...senger sensing system is designed to disable will not inflate the front passenger s frontal airbag when a rear facing infant seat a forward facing child restraint or a booster seat is detected When th...

Page 122: ...buckled or unbuckled Lit Disabled Adult Unlit Enabled Even with Advanced Restraints Systems children 12 and under should be properly restrained in the back seat After all occupants have adjusted their...

Page 123: ...s of the passenger airbag off indicator lamp is incorrect check for the following Objects lodged underneath the seat Objects between the seat cushion and the center console if equipped Objects hanging...

Page 124: ...h the seat If objects are lodged and or cargo is interfering with the seat please take the following steps to remove the obstruction Pull the vehicle over Turn the vehicle off Driver and or adult pass...

Page 125: ...periodically until the problem and or light are repaired If any of these things happen even intermittently have the supplemental restraint system serviced at an authorized dealer immediately Unless se...

Page 126: ...iagnostic unit as used for the front airbags Two crash sensors located under the outboard side of the front seats attached near the floor Side airbags in combination with safety belts can help reduce...

Page 127: ...in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the system Refer to the Airbag readiness section in the Instrument cluster chapter Routine maintenance of the airbag is not required An...

Page 128: ...e event of a collision Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near the side air curtain cover Do not lean your head on the door The side airbag could injure you as it deploys from the seat Do n...

Page 129: ...consists of the following An inflatable nylon curtain with a gas generator concealed behind the headliner and above the doors The headliner will flex to open above the side doors to allow air curtain...

Page 130: ...m Rather it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation The side air curtain system is designed to inflate in side impact collisions not roll over rear impact frontal or near...

Page 131: ...special instructions about using airbags Important child restraint precautions You are required by law to use safety restraints for children in the U S and Canada If small children generally children...

Page 132: ...years of age Although the lap shoulder belt will provide some protection these children are still too small for lap shoulder belts to fit properly which could increase the risk of serious injury in a...

Page 133: ...le shield remove the shield and use the lap shoulder belt If a seating position has a low seat back and no head restraint a backless booster seat may place your child s head top of ear level above the...

Page 134: ...houlder 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 use a booster seat with a lap belt onl...

Page 135: ...belt buckle for that seating position Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle until you hear a snap and feel it latch Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle Keep the buckle rele...

Page 136: ...f you do not install and use the safety seat properly the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision Rear facing child seats or infant carriers should never be placed in front of an active pas...

Page 137: ...child seat manufacturer 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 se...

Page 138: ...n the belt 9 Before placing the child in the seat forcibly move the seat forward and back to make sure the seat is securely held in place To check this grab the seat at the belt path and attempt to mo...

Page 139: ...anchor symbol shown with title The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions shown from top view Attach the tether strap only to the appropriate tether anchor as shown The te...

Page 140: ...the risk of a child being injured in a collision greatly increases Attaching safety seats with LATCH Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children attachments for child seat anchors Some child safety seats...

Page 141: ...s 500 mm apart Do not attach a child seat to any lower anchor if an adjacent child seat is attached to that anchor Never attach two LATCH child safety seats to the same anchor In a crash one anchor ma...

Page 142: ...e vehicle seat gives the best protection in a severe crash Each time you use the safety seat check that the seat is properly attached to the lower anchors and tether anchor Try to tilt the child seat...

Page 143: ...requires Ford Motor 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 rat...

Page 144: ...ablished for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failur...

Page 145: ...the front door Bead area of the tire Area of the tire next to the rim Sidewall of the tire Area between the bead area and the tread Tread area of the tire Area of the perimeter of the tire that conta...

Page 146: ...flation pressure information found on the tire The Ford recommended tire inflation pressure is found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label which is located on the B Pillar or the...

Page 147: ...heck the pressure with your tire gauge 4 Replace the valve cap 5 Repeat this procedure for each tire including the spare Note Some spare tires operate at a higher inflation pressure than the other tir...

Page 148: ...tread will appear on the tire when the tread is worn down to 1 16th of an inch 2 mm When the tire tread wears down to the same height as these wear bars the tire is worn out and must be replaced Damag...

Page 149: ...Tire Replacement Requirements Your vehicle is equipped with tires designed to provide a safe ride and handling capability Only use replacement tires and wheels that are the same size and type such as...

Page 150: ...Stop and inspect the tires for damage If a tire is under inflated or damaged deflate it remove wheel and replace it with your spare tire and wheel If you cannot detect a cause have the vehicle towed...

Page 151: ...ven wear ask an authorized dealer to check for and correct any wheel misalignment tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved before tire rotation Note Your vehicle may be equipped with a dissimilar...

Page 152: ...ote If your tire size does not begin with a letter this may mean it is designated by either ETRTO European Tire and Rim Technical Organization or JATMA Japan Tire Manufacturing Association 2 215 Indic...

Page 153: ...mph 299 km h Note For tires with a maximum speed capability over 149 mph 240 km h tire manufacturers sometimes use the letters ZR For those with a maximum speed capability over 186 mph 299 km h tire...

Page 154: ...des represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction pe...

Page 155: ...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 d...

Page 156: ...mber 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...

Page 157: ...is vehicle as they may cause damage to your vehicle which may lead to loss of vehicle control VEHICLE LOADING This section will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle to keep your loaded vehi...

Page 158: ...termarket or authorized dealer installed equipment has been installed on the vehicle the weight of the equipment must be subtracted from the payload listed on the Tire Label in order to determine the...

Page 159: ...Base Curb Weight 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 2006 Zephyr 378 Owner...

Page 160: ...and personal injury 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 opt...

Page 161: ...equals 1 400 lbs and there will be five 150 lb passengers 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...

Page 162: ...Now you have the load capacity to transport the cement and 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 th...

Page 163: ...w your vehicle with the front drive wheels on a dolly or use a car hauling trailer All Wheel Drive AWD vehicles Do not tow your All Wheel Drive vehicle with any wheels on the ground as vehicle or tran...

Page 164: ...l 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 accelerator before...

Page 165: ...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...

Page 166: ...s and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information regarding the warning lights Starting the engine 1 Turn the key to 3 RUN without turning the key to 4 START 2 Turn the key to 4 STAR...

Page 167: ...If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped for a long period of time open the windows at least one inch 2 5 cm or adjust the heating or air conditioning to bring in fresh air USING THE ENGI...

Page 168: ...wheel lockup during brake application and compensates for this tendency Noise from the ABS pump motor and brake pedal pulsation may be observed during ABS braking any pulsation or mechanical noise yo...

Page 169: ...he brakes 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 the parking brake is rel...

Page 170: ...ead to an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death If you experience a severe road event SLOW DOWN The Traction Control switch is located on the instrument...

Page 171: ...ff you can steer the vehicle manually but it takes more effort If the steering wanders or pulls check for an improperly inflated tire uneven tire wear loose or worn suspension components loose or worn...

Page 172: ...arshift lever it is possible that a fuse has blown or the vehicle s brakelamps are not operating properly Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter Do not drive your vehicle until...

Page 173: ...cle in P Park Come to a complete stop Move the gearshift lever and securely latch it in P Park Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P Park Turn the ignition to...

Page 174: ...re than a minute or damage to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may overheat DRIVING THROUGH WATER If driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable proceed very slowly especia...

Page 175: ...18 9L of diesel fuel to a disabled vehicle Fuel delivery service is limited to two no charge occurrences within a 12 month period winch out available within 100 feet 30 5 meters of a paved or county...

Page 176: ...tain reimbursement information call 1 800 665 2006 Roadside coverage beyond basic warranty In the United States you may purchase additional roadside assistance coverage beyond this period through the...

Page 177: ...arent reset the switch by pushing in on the reset button 4 Turn the ignition to 3 RUN 5 Wait a few seconds and return the key to 1 LOCK 6 Make another check for leaks FUSES AND RELAYS Fuses If electri...

Page 178: ...e Blue 25A Natural Natural 30A Green Green Green Pink Pink 40A Orange Green Green 50A Red Red Red 60A Blue Yellow 70A Tan Brown 80A Natural Black Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is loc...

Page 179: ...mirror 2 20A Horns 3 15A Battery saver Interior lamps Puddle lamps Trunk lamp Glove box lamp Rear power windows 4 15A Parklamps License plate lamps 5 Not used 6 Not used 7 Not used 8 30A Rear window d...

Page 180: ...oofer THXII DSP module 18 20A Radio head units OBDII connector 19 Not used 20 7 5A Power mirrors DSP THX Navigation radio 21 7 5A Stop lamps 22 7 5A Audio 23 7 5A Wiper relay coil Cluster logic 24 7 5...

Page 181: ...ver 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...

Page 182: ...A Transmission 17 20A Console power point 18 10A Alternator sense 19 40A Logic feed to SJB solid state devices 20 20A THXII Amplifier 1 21 20A THXII Amplifier 2 22 Not used 23 60A SJB power feed fuses...

Page 183: ...45 Not used 46 15A Injectors 47 1 2 ISO Relay Fog lamps 48 1 2 ISO Relay LH HID Low beam 49 1 2 ISO Relay RH HID Low beam 50 1 2 ISO Relay Wiper Park 51 1 2 ISO Relay A C Clutch 52 Not used 53 1 2 IS...

Page 184: ...e it you should replace it as soon as possible with a road tire wheel that is the same size and type as the road tires and wheels that were originally provided by Ford If the dissimilar spare tire or...

Page 185: ...D operation is necessary do not operate above speeds of 10 mph 16 km h or for distances above 50 miles 80 km 3 Full size dissimilar spare without label on wheel When driving with the full size dissimi...

Page 186: ...block in both directions the wheel that is diagonally opposite other side and end of the vehicle to the tire being changed If the vehicle slips off the jack you or someone else could be seriously inju...

Page 187: ...pare tire from the trunk 3 Remove the jack retention bolt by turning it counterclockwise and remove the jack from the vehicle Tire change procedure Note Passengers should not remain in the vehicle whe...

Page 188: ...tart the engine when your vehicle is on the jack The jack is only meant for changing the tire 4 Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench 5 Replace the flat tire with the spare tire making sure the valv...

Page 189: ...e the long bolt When storing the temporary spare tire replace the cover plate and use the short bolt 5 Secure the bolt using the lug wrench 6 Insert the lug wrench and bolt in the tool bag and place o...

Page 190: ...mage the catalytic converter Preparing your vehicle When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed the transmission must relearn its shift strategy As a result the transmission may hav...

Page 191: ...f the discharged battery Note In the illustrations lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting boosting battery 2 Connect the other end of the positive cable to the positive terminal of the as...

Page 192: ...m Do not use fuel lines engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as grounding points Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative terminal of the battery to be jumped A spark may caus...

Page 193: ...re disconnecting the jumper cables Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were connected 1 Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface Note In the...

Page 194: ...able 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...

Page 195: ...not approved a slingbelt towing procedure If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly vehicle damage may occur If your vehicle is to be towed using wheel lift equipment the non lifted wheels...

Page 196: ...r concerns or are unsatisfied with the service you are receiving follow these steps 1 Contact your Sales Representative or Service Advisor at your selling servicing authorized dealer 2 If your inquiry...

Page 197: ...w customersaskford com In Canada Lincoln Centre Ford Motor Company of Canada Limited P O Box 2000 Oakville Ontario L6J 5E4 1 800 387 9333 www lincolncanada com In order to help you service your Lincol...

Page 198: ...rse the buyer in an amount equal to the actual price paid or payable by the consumer less a reasonable allowance for consumer use The consumer has the right to choose whether to receive a refund or re...

Page 199: ...u are not bound by the decision but may choose to accept it If you choose to accept the BBB AUTO LINE decision then Ford must abide by the accepted decision as well If the arbitrator has decided in yo...

Page 200: ...800 207 0685 FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN You can get more protection for your new car or light truck by purchasing Ford Extended Service Plan Ford ESP coverage It provides the following Benefits durin...

Page 201: ...serviced while you are traveling or living in Central America the Caribbean or the Middle East contact the nearest authorized dealer If the authorized dealer cannot help you write or call FORD MOTOR C...

Page 202: ...jury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying Ford Motor Company If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an inv...

Page 203: ...the vehicle Immediately remove items such as gasoline diesel fuel bird droppings and insect deposits because they can cause damage to the vehicle s paintwork and trim over time Remove any exterior acc...

Page 204: ...alt 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...

Page 205: ...spray a hot engine with cold water to avoid cracking the engine block or other engine components Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser ZC 20 on all parts that require cleaning and pressure rin...

Page 206: ...uthorized dealer The wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl rubbing alcohol or Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate ZC 32 A available from your authorized dealer This washer fluid cont...

Page 207: ...clean dry cloth you may also use Motorcraft Dash Vinyl Cleaner ZC 38 A Do not use household or glass cleaners as these may damage the finish INTERIOR For fabric carpets cloth seats safety belts and se...

Page 208: ...occur when wet clothing comes in contact with leather upholstery If this occurs the leather should be cleaned immediately to avoid permanent staining UNDERBODY Flush the complete underside of your ve...

Page 209: ...r Wash Concentrate U S only ZC 17 B Motorcraft Premium Glass Cleaner Canada only CXC 100 Motorcraft Premium Liquid Wax ZC 53 A Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate ZC 32 A Motorcraft Profe...

Page 210: ...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 lit mater...

Page 211: ...he instrument panel near the steering column 2 Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the front center of the hood 3 Lift the hood and support it with the...

Page 212: ...fluid reservoir 3 Brake fluid reservoir 4 Transmission fluid dipstick 5 Battery 6 Power distribution box 7 Air filter assembly 8 Coolant bleed valve 9 Engine oil dipstick 10 Engine oil filler cap 11...

Page 213: ...r blades or washer system If you operate your vehicle in temperatures below 40 F 4 5 C use washer fluid with antifreeze protection Failure to use washer fluid with antifreeze protection in cold weathe...

Page 214: ...r element ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to the scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for checking the engine oil 1 Make sure the vehicle is on level ground 2 Turn...

Page 215: ...ve it again If the oil level is within this range the oil level is acceptable DO NOT ADD OIL If the oil level is below this mark engine oil must be added to raise the level within the normal operating...

Page 216: ...ot within the normal operating range add only certified engine oil of the recommended viscosity Remove the engine oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening 3 Recheck the...

Page 217: ...urability performance meeting all requirements for your vehicle s engine Do not use supplemental engine oil additives cleaners or other engine treatments They are unnecessary and could lead to engine...

Page 218: ...soda and water Note Electrical or electronic accessories or components added to the vehicle by the dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability Batteries normally produ...

Page 219: ...th the vehicle at a complete stop set the parking brake 2 Put the gearshift in P Park turn off all accessories and start the engine 3 Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature 4 All...

Page 220: ...nda Battery and Antifreeze Tester 014 R1060 The level of coolant should be maintained at the FULL COLD level or within the COLD FILL RANGE in the coolant reservoir If the level falls below add coolant...

Page 221: ...motive fluids are not interchangeable do not use engine coolant antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of its specified function and vehicle location Adding engine coolant When adding coolant m...

Page 222: ...can result in degraded corrosion protection A large amount of water without engine coolant may be added in case of emergency to reach a vehicle service location In this instance the cooling system mus...

Page 223: ...alve located on the upper radiator hose for the 3 0L engine 6 Fill the coolant reservoir slowly with the proper coolant mixture see above to within the COLD FILL RANGE or the FULL COLD level on the re...

Page 224: ...should be disposed of in an appropriate manner Follow your community s regulations and standards for recycling and disposing of automotive fluids Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid yo...

Page 225: ...u should know about fail safe cooling If the engine coolant supply is depleted this feature allows the vehicle to be driven temporarily before incremental component damage is incurred The fail safe di...

Page 226: ...nt level and replenish if low Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot 5 Re start the engine and take your vehicle to an authorized dealer Driving the vehicle without...

Page 227: ...aling too much fuel vapor of any kind can lead to eye and respiratory tract irritation In severe cases excessive or prolonged breathing of fuel vapor can cause serious illness and permanent injury Avo...

Page 228: ...r engine when you are refueling Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel Stay outside your vehicle and do not leave the fuel...

Page 229: ...nd wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap Otherwise fuel may spray out and injure you or others If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap excessive vacuum in the fuel ta...

Page 230: ...l tank if you continue to use high quality fuel of the recommended octane rating Aftermarket products could cause damage to the fuel system Repairs to correct the effects of using an aftermarket produ...

Page 231: ...mbined Indicated capacity is the difference in the amount of fuel in a full tank and a tank when the fuel gauge indicates empty Empty reserve is the small amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank aft...

Page 232: ...driving city or highway This will provide an accurate estimate of the vehicle s fuel economy under current driving conditions Additionally keeping records during summer and winter will show how temper...

Page 233: ...led maintenance items Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in scheduled maintenance information Conditions Heavily loading a vehicle may reduce fuel economy a...

Page 234: ...not turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving especially at high speeds Have the items listed in scheduled maintenance information performed according to the specified schedule The scheduled...

Page 235: ...rotects the environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet government emission standards The OBD II system also assists your authorized dealer in properly servicing your vehicle When the...

Page 236: ...ting the engine Then start the engine and complete the above driving cycle The engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature Once started do not turn off the engine until the above driving c...

Page 237: ...erature 140 F 158 F 60 C 70 C Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed To obtain an accurate fluid check drive the vehicle until it is warmed up approximately 20 miles 30 km until the engine c...

Page 238: ...uid level Do not drive the vehicle if the fluid level does not show at all on the dipstick Driving the vehicle with less than the recommended fluid level may result in transaxle failure An under fill...

Page 239: ...transmission fluid additives treatments or cleaning agents The use of these materials may affect transmission operation and result in damage to internal transaxle components AIR FILTER Refer to schedu...

Page 240: ...k plugs 2 1 The PCV valve is a critical emission component It is one of the items listed in scheduled maintenance information and is essential to the life and performance of your vehicle and to its em...

Page 241: ...ge 1 Motorcraft SAE 5W 20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil US Motorcraft SAE 5W 20 Super Premium Motor Oil Canada All 6 0 quarts 5 7L Fuel tank N A All 17 5 gallons 66 2L Power steering fluid Motorcr...

Page 242: ...ze and if equipped with an in tank cooler The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication on the dipstick s normal operating range LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Item Ford p...

Page 243: ...end Motor Oil US Motorcraft SAE 5W 20 Super Premium Motor Oil Canada XO 5W20 QSP US CXO 5W20 LSP12 Canada WSS M2C930 A with API Certification Mark Lock cylinders Motorcraft Penetrating and Lock Lubric...

Page 244: ...32 1 42 mm Ignition system Coil on plug Compression ratio 10 0 1 VEHICLE DIMENSIONS Vehicle dimensions Inches mm 1 Overall length 190 5 4839 2 Overall width 72 2 1835 3 Overall height 55 9 1419 4 Whe...

Page 245: ...5 2 3 2006 Zephyr 378 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 245...

Page 246: ...tification 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...

Page 247: ...identification number The Vehicle Identification Number VIN contains the following information 1 World manufacturer identifier 2 Brake system Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR Restraint System 3 Vehic...

Page 248: ...e code on the Safety Compliance Certification Label The following table tells you which transmission or transaxle each code represents Description Code 6 Speed Automatic Transaxle Aisin F21 B 2006 Zep...

Page 249: ...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 This means that Genuine Lincoln Accessories purchased along w...

Page 250: ...ssion 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 s...

Page 251: ...ating emergencies 218 jumping a disabled battery 190 maintenance free 218 replacement specifications 240 servicing 218 BeltMinder 111 Brakes 168 anti lock 168 169 anti lock brake system ABS warning li...

Page 252: ...ubricant specifications 242 Driving under special conditions 174 through water 174 E Electronic message center 63 Emergencies roadside jump starting 190 Emission control system 234 Engine 244 cleaning...

Page 253: ...aytime running lights 30 flash to pass 31 high beam 31 replacing bulbs 35 turning on and off 29 Heating heating and air conditioning system 22 24 Homelink wireless control system 59 Hood 211 I Ignitio...

Page 254: ...79 Motorcraft parts 208 226 240 N Navigation system 21 O Octane rating 230 Oil see Engine oil 214 P Parking brake 169 Parts see Motorcraft parts 240 Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor 104 Power...

Page 255: ...your vehicle 164 166 jump starting 190 Steering speed sensitive 171 Steering wheel controls 56 tilting 47 T Tilt steering wheel 47 Tires 143 144 184 alignment 150 care 147 changing 184 186 checking t...

Page 256: ...lights see Lights 10 Washer fluid 213 Water Driving through 174 Windows 79 power 50 Windshield washer fluid and wipers 46 checking and adding fluid 213 replacing wiper blades 213 Wrecker towing 195 20...

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