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Driving under special conditions

Emission control system

bad weather

191

catalytic converter................................

284

heavy load

192

emissions warranty...............................

284

high water

192

Engine

slippery roads

191

does not start ....................................

towing a trailer

194

fuel injected engine, starting ..............

fuel pump shut-off switch..................

preparing to start ..............................

Electrical system

refill capacities ..................................

287

fuses

275

service points ....................................

237

operating when the engine is off

starting .............................................

Electronic sound system

starting after a collision .....................

accessory delay

165

storing your vehicle...........................

291

antenna

165

Engine block heater..................................

radio reception

176

Engine coolant

tuning the radio.......................................161

checking and adding ................

247

warranty and service information.............178

disposal

232, 250, 262

Emergencies, roadside.........................................................

drain and flush .........................

251

battery acid spills................................... 199

preparing for storage ...............

291

jump-starting

199 ................

refill capacities.........................

287

towing

211 ................

refill procedure ........................

251

Emergency brake (parking brake) ................. 188

specifications ...........................

289

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Summary of Contents for 1996 Continental

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Page 2: ...esolved at the dealership level please contact the Ford Customer Assistance Center In the United States Ford Motor Company Lincoln Customer Assistance Center 300 Renaissance Center P O Box 43360 Detroit MI 48243 1 800 521 4140 TDD for the hearing impaired 1 800 232 5952 In Canada The Lincoln Centre Ford Motor Company of Canada Limited P O Box 1580 Station B Mississauga Ontario L4Y 4G3 1 800 387 93...

Page 3: ... 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 Copyright 1995 Ford Motor Company ...

Page 4: ...ontents INTRODUCTORY INFORMATION SAFETY RESTRAINTS STARTING YOUR CONTINENTAL WARNING LIGHTS AND GAUGES INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTROLS STEERING COLUMN CONTROLS FEATURES ELECTRONIC SOUND SYSTEMS 1 9 41 51 69 89 99 159 i ...

Page 5: ...DRIVING YOUR CONTINENTAL ROADSIDE EMERGENCIES CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE ACCESSORIES SERVICING YOUR CONTINENTAL QUICK INDEX INDEX GAS STATION INFORMATION 179 199 213 223 231 299 307 322 iii ...

Page 6: ...rk must be done with you in mind providing better products and services than our competition Continuous improvement is essential to our success We must strive for excellence in everything we do in our products in their safety and value and in our services our human relations our competitiveness and our profitability Employee involvement is our way of life We are a team We must treat one another wi...

Page 7: ...models or change specifications or design without any notice and without incurring obligation 2 NOTES and WARNINGS NOTES give you additional information about the subject matter you are referencing WARNINGS remind you to be especially careful in those areas where carelessness can cause damage to your vehicle or personal injury to yourself your passengers or other people Please read all WARNINGS ca...

Page 8: ... Publications P O Box 1580 Station B Mississauga Ontario L4Y 4G3 The Lincoln Commitment The Lincoln Commitment is more than the prestige of owning a superior luxury automobile it is a comprehensive owner benefits package that is designed to provide you with services to support your every driving need The following is a brief explanation of the Lincoln Commitment benefits We encourage you to learn ...

Page 9: ...lision or mechanical breakdown Lincoln helps get you to your immediate destination with a reimbursement allowance for emergency transportation service such as taxicabs rental cars shuttles etc 4 Trip Planning Service Plan your journeys with custom computerized travel related information including maps and trip routings To order customer designed travel packets call 1 800 521 4140 Membership in Que...

Page 10: ...t The Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet lists the services that are most important for keeping your vehicle in good condition A record log is also provided to help you keep track of all services performed About the Warranties Your vehicle is covered by three types of warranties Basic Vehicle Warranty Extended Warranties on certain parts and Emissions Warranties Read your Warranty Information...

Page 11: ...vehicle and did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at the time of purchase you may still be eligible See your dealer for the details 6 Breaking Your Vehicle In Your new vehicle goes through an adjustment or break in period during the first 1 000 miles 1 600 km that you drive it During the break in period you need to pay careful attention to how you drive your vehicle Avoid sudden...

Page 12: ...necessary to keep it clean Take similar precautions if your vehicle is exposed to chemical industrial fallout Paint damage resulting from fallout is not related to a defect in paint materials or workmanship and therefore is not covered by warranty Ford however believes that continual improvement in customer satisfaction is a high priority For this reason Ford has authorized its dealers to repair a...

Page 13: ...icle s exterior trim parts are plastic Clean with a tar and road oil remover if necessary Use a vinyl cleaner for routine cleaning Do not clean plastic parts with thinners solvents or petroleum based cleaners If you have your vehicle rustproofed remove oversprayed rustproofing with a tar and road oil remover If rustproofing is not removed from plastic and rubber parts it can cause deterioration ...

Page 14: ...t the knees are straight forward To help you remember to fasten your safety belt a warning light may come on and a chime may sound See Safety Belt Warning Light and Chime in the Warning Lights and Gauges chapter See the following sections in this chapter for directions on how to properly use these safety belts Also see Safety Restraints for Children in this chapter for special instructions about u...

Page 15: ...ld increase the risk and or severity of injury in a collision WARNING Never drive or ride with a twisted or jammed safety belt If you cannot untwist or unjam the safety belt see the nearest qualified technician immediately 10 WARNING To reduce the risk of serious injury in a collision children should always ride with the seatback upright WARNING Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap...

Page 16: ...ou get into your vehicle close the door and lock it Then adjust the seat to the position that suits you best Fastening the combination lap and shoulder belt NOTE Be sure to read and understand Important Safety Belt Information at the beginning of this chapter To adjust the lap part of the belt pull up on the shoulder belt until the lap belt fits snugly and as low as possible around your hips While...

Page 17: ...ight to one of five 5 positions To adjust the belt down push the release button see figures I and 2 To adjust the belt up slide the adjuster up You do not have to push the release button Make sure the adjuster is firmly in one of the five positions The belt should be adjusted up or down until the belt rests on your shoulder near your neck ...

Page 18: ...Figure I The shoulder belt height adjuster Figure 2 The shoulder belt height adjuster 13 ...

Page 19: ...enger and rear seat passengers 14 Dual locking mode refractors operate in two ways Vehicle sensitive emergency locking mode In this operating mode the shoulder belt retractor will allow the occupant freedom of movement locking tight only on hard braking hard cornering or impacts of approximately 5 mph 8 km h or more The retractor can also be made to lock by pulling on the belt Automatic locking mo...

Page 20: ...of the belt is extracted and a click is heard At this time the retractor is in the automatic locking mode child restraint mode 3 A clicking sound will contnue to be heard as the belt is allowed to retract NOTE When the combination lap shoulder belt is unbuckled and allowed to retract completely the retractor will switch to the vehicle sensitive emergency locking mode See the detailed instructions ...

Page 21: ...he belt tongue at a right angle to the belt Pull the belt tongue over your lap until it reaches the buckle If you need to shorten the belt pull on the loose end of the webbing until the belt fits snugly To unfasten the belt push the release button on the buckle This allows the tongue to unlatch from the buckle Safety Belt Extension Assembly For some people the safety belt may be too short even whe...

Page 22: ...ord recommends that all safety belt assemblies used in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced However if the collision was minor and a qualified technician finds that the belts do not show damage and continue to operate properly they do not need to be replaced Safety belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is ...

Page 23: ...pants of the vehicle including the driver should always wear their safety belts even when an air bag Supplemental Restraint System is provided There are four very important reasons to use safety belts even with an air bag system Use your safety belts to help keep you in the proper position away from the air bag when it inflates reduce the risk of harm in rollover side or rear impact collisions bec...

Page 24: ...ag The force of the rapidly inflating air bag could push the top of the rear facing seat against the vehicle seatback or center armrests if so equipped or center console if so equipped Children weighing less than 40 lbs 18 kg should use child or infant seats Forward facing child seats must have the passenger seat moved as far back from the instrument panel as possible Your vehicle is equipped with...

Page 25: ... the front seat of this vehicle please refer to Ford s brochure entitled Some Important Information About Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System which can be obtained by calling Helm Inc at 1 800 782 4356 Ask for brochure FPS 8602 For additional important safety information on the proper use of seat belts child seats and infant seats please read the other sections of this part of the Owner Guide es...

Page 26: ...ers SRS The right front passenger seat air bag is in the upper right hand section of the instrument panel ledge above the glove compartment The letters SRS appear there Both air bags are designed to stay out of sight until they are activated The location of air bags and warning labels 21 ...

Page 27: ...senses the crash severity rather than vehicle speed some frontal collisions at speeds above 28 mph 45 km h will not inflate the air bag 22 When the sensors activate the system the air bags inflate rapidly filling with non toxic nitrogen gas in a fraction of a second Immediately after inflation the air bags deflate by releasing the nitrogen gas through vent holes The whole process takes place in a ...

Page 28: ...Inflated driver side air bag Inflated Passenger side air bag 23 ...

Page 29: ...r and the air bag inflators The air bag system uses a readiness light on the instrument cluster and a tone to indicate the condition of the system When you turn the ignition key to the ON position this light will illuminate for approximately six 6 seconds and then turn off 24 This indicates that the system is operating normally NOTE Maintenance of the air bag system is not required AIR BAG A probl...

Page 30: ... or Lincoln Mercury dealer Air bags MUST be disposed of by qualified personnel Safety Restraints for Children In the U S and Canada you are required by law to use safety restraints for children If small children ride in your vehicle this generally includes children who are four years old or younger and who weigh 40 pounds 18 kg or less you must put them in safety seats that are made specially for ...

Page 31: ...ildren are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions 26 WARNING 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 WARNING Safety belts and seats can become hot in a vehicle th...

Page 32: ... a child safety seat be sure to use the correct safety belt buckle for that seating position and make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle WARNING REAR FACING INFANT SEATS SHOULD NEVER BE USED IN THE FRONT SEAT REAR FACING INFANT SEATS MUST ALWAYS BE PLACED IN THE REAR SEAT Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious injury When using forward facing child seats in th...

Page 33: ...lly 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 28 WARNING Always keep the buckle release button pointing upward and away from the child seat with the tongue between the child seat and the release button as shown in the following illu...

Page 34: ...shoulder safety belt for the front seat passenger and rear passengers If you choose to install a child safety seat in the front seating position move vehicle seat as far back as possible For seating positions equipped with a dual locking mode retractor use the following procedure 1 Position the child seat in center of passenger seat 2 Pull down on shoulder belt then grasp shoulder belt and lap bel...

Page 35: ...ile holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer s instructions See Figure 2 Be sure that the belt webbing is not twisted ...

Page 36: ...ap shoulder belt 4 Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle for that seating position until you hear and feel the latch engage See Figure 3 Make sure tongue is latched securely to buckle by pulling on tongue 31 ...

Page 37: ...ll downward until all of the belt is extracted and a click is heard At this time the retractor is in the automatic locking mode child restraint mode See Figure 4 NOTE The dual locking mode retractor must be in the automatic locking mode to properly restrain a child seat ...

Page 38: ...acts This indicates the retractor is in the automatic locking mode Pull on the lap belt portion across the child seat towards the buckle and continue to pull up on the shoulder belt portion while pushing down on the child seat allowing the shoulder belt to retract to remove any slack in the seat belt See Figures 5 and 6 33 ...

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Page 40: ...re placing the child in the child seat forcibly tilt the seat from side to side and in forward directions to make sure that the seat is securely held in place See Figure 7 Checking that the seat is secure 35 ...

Page 41: ... Double check that the retractor is in the automatic locking mode Try to pull more belt out of the retractor If you cannot the belt is in the automatic locking mode See Figure 8 36 Checking the retractor ...

Page 42: ...ngue up the webbing 2 Place the child safety seat in the center seating position 3 Route the tongue and webbing through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer s instructions 4 Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle for the center seating position until you hear a snap and feel it latch Make sure the tongue is m securely fastened to the buckle by pulling on tongue 5 Push dow...

Page 43: ...tether strap Tether anchorage hardware All vehicles include a tether anchor installed at the rear center seating position for use with child safety seats Attachment holes at each rear outboard 38 seating position have been provided in your vehicle to attach anchor hardware if required Additional kits can be obtained at no charge from any Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer Safety Belts for Children Chi...

Page 44: ...hat encourages safer seating posture and better fit of lap and shoulder belts on the child A belt positioning booster should be used if the shoulder belt rests in front of the child s face or neck or if the lap belt does not fit snugly on both thighs or if the thighs are too short to let the child sit all the way back on the seat cushion when the lower legs hang over the edge of the seat cushion Y...

Page 45: ...imer This allows some of your accessories to remain on for up to I 0 minutes after the ignition is turned to the OFF position The accessory timer is cancelled if any door is opened the dimmer switch is used or the ignition is turned to the ON position The automatic transaxle gearshift must be in P Park to move the key to the LOCK position LOCK locks the steering wheel It also locks the gearshift l...

Page 46: ...e engine starts so that you do not damage the starter The key should return to ON when You release it The START position also allows You to test the Brake Warning Light 42 Removing the Key From the Ignition 1 Put the gearshift in P Park 2 Set the parking brake fully 3 Turn the ignition key to LOCK 4 Remove the key If the key is stuck in the LOCK position move the steering wheel left or right until...

Page 47: ...or when you have problems getting your vehicle started See Starting Your Engine in this chapter for details about when to use the accelerator while you start your vehicle Staring Your Vehicle Preparing to Start Your Vehicle WARNING Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or other enclosed area Never sit in a stopped vehicle for more than a short period of time with the engine running Exhaust ...

Page 48: ...e the accelerator while the vehicle is parked 44 4 Turn the key to the START position cranking until the engine starts Allow the key to return to the ON position after the engine has started If you have difficulty in turning the key rotate the steering wheel slightly because it may be binding For a cold engine At temperatures 10 F 12 C and below If the engine does not start in fifteen 15 seconds o...

Page 49: ...lowly release the brake pedal and drive away in the normal manner NOTE Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic transaxle that has an interlock that prevents you from shifting out of P Park unless your foot is on the brake pedal If the engine does not start after two attempts 1 Turn the ignition key to the OFF position 2 Press the accelerator all the way to the floor and hold it 3 Turn the ignit...

Page 50: ...gh temperatures in the engine and exhaust system creating the risk of fire or other damage 46 WARNING Do not park idle or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system which can start a fire Engine Block Heater If equipped Engine block heaters are strongly recommended if you live in a region where temperatures reach...

Page 51: ...rt your vehicle the following morning If the Engine Cranks but Does Not Start After a Collision Fuel Pump Shut off Switch If the engine cranks but does not start or does not start after a collision the fuel pump shut off switch may have been triggered The shut off switch is a device intended to stop the fuel pump when your vehicle has been involved in a substantial jolt Once the shut off switch is...

Page 52: ... OFF position 2 Check under the vehicle for leaking fuel 3 if you do not see or smell fuel push the red reset button down If the button is already set you may have a different mechanical problem 4 Turn the ignition key to the ON position for a few seconds then turn it to the OFF position 5 Check under the vehicle again for leaking fuel If you see or smell fuel do not start your vehicle again If yo...

Page 53: ...ust fumes Take precautions to avoid its dangerous effects WARNING Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or other enclosed area Never sit in a stopped vehicle for more than a short period of time with the engine running Exhaust fumes are toxic See Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes in this chapter for more instructions WARNING If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle have your dealer inspe...

Page 54: ...l air inlet vents clear of snow leaves and other debris 50 If the engine is idling while you are stopped in an open area for long periods of time open the windows at least one inch 2 5 cm Also adjust the heating or air conditioning to bring in outside air If you use the Electronic Automatic Climate Control set the fan speed selector dial to a medium or high blower speed with the VENT or PNL FLR fu...

Page 55: ...Warning Lights and Gauges Instrument cluster 51 ...

Page 56: ...on for four 4 to eight 8 seconds and the light will come on for one to two minutes If the safety belt is buckled while the light is on and the chime is sounding both the light and chime will turn off 52 If the safety belt is buckled before the ignition is turned to the ON position neither the light nor the chime will come on Brake System Waming Light The warning light for the brakes can show two t...

Page 57: ...properly Have the brakes checked immediately Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light This light comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to the START position It should go off shortly after the engine starts If it stays on longer than five 5 seconds it indicates that your anti lock brake system may not be working properly Normal braking is not affected unless the BRAKE system warning...

Page 58: ...ull off the road as soon as safely possible 2 Shut off the engine immediately or severe engine damage could result 3 Check the engine s oil level following the instructions on checking and adding engine oil see the Engine Oil in the Index If you do not follow these instructions you or others could be injured To assure an accurate reading your car should be on level ground 4 If the level is low add...

Page 59: ...e engine characteristics to limit a wheelspin condition It will be lit for a minimum of six seconds or for the duration of the Traction Control event T C ACTIVE Charging System Light This light indicates that your battery is not being charged and that you need to have the electrical system begins applying and releasing the brakes and system checked 55 ...

Page 60: ... flashes Usually the turn signals turn off automatically after you turn your car If the turn signal continues to flash after you have made the turn push the lever back to the OFF position 56 If one or both of your turn indicators do not flash or stay on continuously have them serviced as soon as possible In the meantime be sure to use the accepted hand signals Service Engine Soon Warning Light The...

Page 61: ...ol systems You do not need to have your vehicle towed in If the light turns on and off at one second intervals while you are driving the vehicle it means that the engine is misfiring If this condition persists damage could occur to the engine or catalytic convertor Have your vehicle serviced at the first opportunity If the light turns on and off on rare occasions while you are driving it means tha...

Page 62: ...d pull off the road as soon as it is safely possible and turn off the engine Remove and replace the cap making sure it is properly seated After completing the three consecutive warm up cycles and on the fourth engine start up the Service Engine Soon Warning Light should turn off If the light does not go off after the fourth engine re start have your vehicle serviced by your dealer or a qualified t...

Page 63: ...bag system is not required AIR BAG If the light fails to Ruminate continues to flash remains on or you hear a beeping sound have the system serviced at your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer immediately Anti Theft Alarm Light If equipped This light flashes on and off when the ignition is turned to the OFF position and any door is opened As soon as you lock the doors the light glows steadily Within 30...

Page 64: ...T message This self test is used to stabilize the systems before reporting the status to you 60 The message center tells you about the condition of your vehicle by two methods operator selectable features continuous warning reporting of monitored systems You can select different features for the M C to display by using the message center control buttons located to the right of the instrument clust...

Page 65: ...ster System Check Pressing the SYSTEM CHECK button causes the M C to cycle through a status of each of the systems being monitored For each of the monitored systems the M C will indicate either an OK message or a warning message for three seconds The sequence of the system check report is as follows Washer Fluid Level Ride Control Oil Level Engine Coolant Level Voltage Level Engine Temperature 61 ...

Page 66: ... warning messages This allows you to use the full functionality of the M C after you acknowledge the warning by pressing the RESET button and clearing the warning message 62 WARNING ACT10N Door Ajar Driver s Door Ajar Check Engine Temp Check Charging System Low Fuel Level Warning returns after 10 minutes Low Engine Coolant Low Oil Level Low Tire Pressure if equipped Headlamp Out Brake Lamp Out Che...

Page 67: ...ometer Pressing RESET will clear only that Trip odometer which is displayed DTE ECON Pressing this button a first time will display approximately how many miles you can drive before you run out of fuel or in other words the Distance To Empty DTE To ensure accuracy turn the ignition OFF when you fill the tank Pressing this button a second time will allow you to display your Average Fuel Economy in ...

Page 68: ...Warnings override an off display and must be reset in order for the display to be off again 64 RIDE STEER Pressing this button once will allow you to adjust your RIDE CONTROL settings between NORMAL PLUSH and FIRM The settings are changed by pressing the SELECT button while RIDE CONTROL is displayed Pressing the RIDE STEER button a second time will allow you to adjust the STEERING EFFORT settings ...

Page 69: ... ANTI THEFT system has been armed if equipped Pressing MENU again will allow you to enable or disable the SEAT ACCESS feature When ON the driver s seat will move back 2 inches 5 cm or to end of seat track travel when the vehicle is turned off and the ignition key is removed Upon the driver entering the vehicle and closing the door the seat will move forward to its previous position Pressing MENU a...

Page 70: ...l or mixture the gauge indication will not be accurate 66 The pointer moves from the C cold mark into the NORMAL band as the engine coolant warms up It is acceptable for the pointer to fluctuate within the NORMAL band under normal driving conditions Under certain driving conditions such as heavy stop and go traffic or driving up hills in hot weather the pointer may indicate at the top of the NORMA...

Page 71: ...lling the tank with at least three gallons I I liters for the fuel gauge to indicate the new level If the ignition is left ON or less than 3 gallons I 1 liters of fuel are added the fuel gauge will not immediately indicate the new fuel level The gauge will gradually correct itself to indicate the true fuel level Overhead Console Warnings If your Continental is equipped with the Pressure Alert Syst...

Page 72: ... a problem is detected during the self check the light will remain lit and the message RESCU FAILURE will be displayed on the vehicle s message center for several seconds If the warning light fails to briefly illuminate when you start your vehicle or if it remains lit have your Lincoln RESCU System checked by an authorized Lincoln Mercury dealer as soon as possible Your system may be inoperative 6...

Page 73: ...t in your vehicle be aware that it can interfere with your vehicle s electrical system and may cause the instrumentation and or convenience products to have temporary abnormal operation NOTE Any cleaner or polish that increases the gloss shine of the upper part of the instrument panel should be avoided The dull finish in this area is to help protect the driver from undesirable windshield reflectio...

Page 74: ...Light Instrument panel 70 Cluster H ood release handle Rear window def roster heated ...

Page 75: ...C is located at the center of the instrument panel and operates only when the key is in the ON position The EATC feature maintains the temperature you select and automatically controls the airflow for your comfort It also allows you to override the automatic operation with manual override buttons The automatic temperature control system 71 ...

Page 76: ...The Electronic Automatic Temperature Control will do the rest 72 If you want continuous maximum cooling push the BLUE button until 60 F 16 C is shown in the display window Your EATC will cool at maximum and disregard the 60 F 16 C setting until you select a warmer temperature with the RED button If you want continuous maximum heating push the RED button until 90 F 32 C is shown in the display wind...

Page 77: ...cool to achieve the set temperature Under normal conditions your EATC will need no additional attention When in AUTOMATIC and weather conditions require heat air will be sent to the floor But a feature is included in your EATC to prevent blowing cold air to the floor if the engine coolant is not warm enough to allow heating In 3 1 2 minutes or less the fan speed will start to increase and the airf...

Page 78: ...asing it will change the set temperature one degree Holding either button in will rapidly change the temperature setting in one degree increments to either 65 F 18 C BLUE or 85 F 29 C RED Then the set temperature will jump 5 and stop at either 60 F I 6 C which is maximum cooling or 90 F 32 C which is maximum heating VVhen you select 60 F 16 C or 90 F 32 C the fan will go to HI speed for maximum ai...

Page 79: ...l cancel the automatic fan speed control The thumbwheel is located at the extreme right side of the EATC control panel It is a vertical control marked with a fan symbol Rotate up for HI and down for LO speeds Fan thumbwheel When you move the thumbwheel the fan speed will go to manual control The display window will show the symbol in the lower right corner along with the selected temperature and o...

Page 80: ...C button The EATC will return to Automatic operation If you want to return to any override function press the button for that function The fan speed will continue to be automatically controlled Manual override buttons Your EATC has six buttons which allow you to make special selections The buttons are located along the bottom edge of the EATC control and allow you to determine where the air will b...

Page 81: ...eat the air if the temperature you have selected is warmer than the outside air coming into the vehicle However the air will NOT be cooled regardless of the temperature setting PNL FLR button Push this button to get air from the floor and instrument panel registers at the same time The display will show the set temperature and the words PNL and FLR Depending on the selected temperature the air wil...

Page 82: ...ut 50 F 10 C and above the air will be dehumidified to remove moisture This will help prevent fogging in humid weather 78 OUTSIDE TEMP button By pressing this button the temperature of the air outside of the vehicle will show in the display The outside temperature will continue to be displayed until the OUTSIDE TEMP button is pressed again to cancel If the selected temperature setting is changed w...

Page 83: ...le is not moving The readings that you get may not agree with temperatures given on the radio due to differences in vehicle and station locations Operating tips The following tips will help you to get the most satisfaction from your Electronic Automatic Temperature Control system In humid weather select DEF before starting your engine This will help to prevent windshield fogging After a few minute...

Page 84: ...e take it to your dealer to have it checked System diagnostics are built in which will allow your dealer to readily identify problems that might occur 80 Rear Window Defroster and Heated Sideview Mirrors The rear window and heated outside mirrors defroster switch activates the defroster for the rear window to clear frost fog or thin ice from both the inside and outside of the rear window and activ...

Page 85: ... turn off when the ignition key is turned to the OFF or START position The heating elements are bonded to the inside of the rear window Do not use sharp objects to scrape the inside of the rear window or use abrasive cleaners to clean it Doing so could damage the heating elements The Interior and Exterior Lights Daytime Running Light System Canadian vehicles only The Daytime Running Light DRL syst...

Page 86: ...ght DRL system will not illuminate the tail lamps and parking lamps Turn on your headlamps at dusk Failure to do so may result in a collision Turning On the Exterior Lights To turn on the headlamps parking lamps side markers and tail lamps use the rotary switch that is to the left of the steering wheel 82 The knob for the exterior lights To turn on the parking lamps tail lamps and license plate la...

Page 87: ...he autolamp you can set the headlamps to turn on the lamps automatically at night turn off the lamps automatically during daylight keep the lamps on for up to three minutes after you turn the key to OFF Autolamp switch The autolamp sitch on the left side of the instrument panel To use the autolamp 1 Make sure the headlamp knob is in the OFF position If the knob for the headlamps is ON you cancel t...

Page 88: ...message center The system can be turned OFF or can be set to provide light for up to three 3 minutes after you turn your vehicle off 84 Do not put any articles on top of the photocell that is located in the top left corner of the instrument panel This photocell controls the autolamp If you cover it the photocell reacts as if it is nighttime and the lamps turn on To turn the autolamp off push the s...

Page 89: ...terior lights turn on To turn off the interior lights push the Panel Dim switch down The interior lights also come on when any door is opened or if either front door outside handle is lifted with the door locked Turning On the Map Lamps Your vehicle has a map lamp for the passenger and one for the driver TTThe map lamps on vehicles equipped with a moon roof 85 ...

Page 90: ...ide rearview mirror 86 Rear Courtesy Reading Lamps Your vehicle has two rear passenger courtesy reading lamps The courtesy lamp lights when any door is opened or when the instrument panel dimmer switch is turned to the courtesy lamp position or if either front door outside handle is lifted with the door locked With the ignition key in the ACC or ON position the reading lamp can be turned on by usi...

Page 91: ...and should be cleaned with a mild detergent diluted in water Rinse them with clear water Clock The digital clock 1 To set the hour press and hold the hour button When the desired hour appears release the button 2 To set the minutes press and hold the minute button When the desired minute appears release the button 87 ...

Page 92: ...one User s Manual provided with your phone For further questions about your Lincoln cellular phone contact the Ford Cellular System at 1 800 367 3013 U S In Canada please contact your dealer NOTE It is recommended that you fold your cellular phone antenna down onto the back glass before entering a car wash 88 ...

Page 93: ...he turn signal lever on the left side of the steering column to operate the turn signals and cornering lamps turn the high beams on off flash the lights turn the windshield wipers and washer on off The turn signal lever Turn Signals Move the lever up to signal a right turn Move it down to signal a left turn The corresponding indicator light in the instrument cluster will flash 89 ...

Page 94: ...he autolamp feature and push the turn signal lever away from you until it latches When the high beams are ON the high beam indicator light on the instrument cluster comes on 90 To turn off the high beams pull the lever toward you until it latches The high beam indicator light turns off Flashing the Lights To flash the headlamps pull the lever toward you for a moment and then release it The headlam...

Page 95: ...een S slow and F fast until the desired interval between wipes is achieved Windshield Washer To clean the windshield push in the end of the wiper knob For a constant spray keep the knob pushed in After you release the knob the wipers operate for two to three cycles before turning off if the wipers were OFF or returning to HI LO or the interval setting selected If the washer does not work check the...

Page 96: ...n increase the risk of being involved in a collision For information about refilling the washer fluid or replacing your windshield wiper blades see Windshield washer fluid and Wipers in the Index 92 Hazard Flasher The hazard flasher serves as a warning to other drivers to be careful when approaching or passing your vehicle The flashers work whether your vehicle is running or not The flashers work ...

Page 97: ...Steering wheel The control switch for hazard flashers Horn To sound the horn push the center pad area of the steering wheel Press here to sound the horn The horn on the steering wheel 93 ...

Page 98: ...Tilt Steering WARNING Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving 94 The lever to tilt the steering wheel ...

Page 99: ...uipment that is not Federal Communications Commission FCC or in Canada the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission CRTC approved may cause the speed control to malfunction Therefore use only properly installed FCC CRTC in Canada approved radio transmitting equipment in your vehicle NOTE Since your vehicle has an Automatic Overdrive Transaxle you may want to drive in D Drive when driving i...

Page 100: ...tinue to increase 4 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal Your vehicle will maintain the speed you set If you drive up or down a steep hill your vehicle may momentarily slow down or speed up even though the speed control is on This is normal When driving uphill especially with a heavy load significant speed drops may occur If the speed drops more than 8 14 mph 13 23 km h the automatic speed con...

Page 101: ... the accelerator pedal to speed up momentarily When you take your foot off the accelerator the vehicle will return to the set speed Resetting the Speed Control To reset the speed control to a lower speed use one of the following procedures COAST Press and hold the COAST switch Release the switch when the vehicle slows down to the desired speed Lightly tap the brake pedal When the vehicle attains t...

Page 102: ...rol can be cancelled at any time by pressing the brake pedal slightly After cancelling you can return to the speed you set by pressing the RES switch or set a new speed by pressing the SET ACCEL or COAST switches 98 To Turn Speed Control Off Press the OFF switch Speed control is also turned OFF each time the vehicle ignition is shut off Cancelling and Resuming a Set Speed If you press the brake pe...

Page 103: ...tional features Doors Childproof Locks for the Rear Doors In addition to power locks your vehicle has childproof locks for the rear doors If you set these locks the rear doors cannot be opened from the inside of the vehicle The doors can still be opened from the outside when the lock knobs are raised Lock The childproof locks for the rear doors 99 ...

Page 104: ... the doors after you set the door locks the doors remain locked If the power mechanism ever fails the manual door lock will override the power controls 100 The power locks on the driver s door Smart Locks The Smart Locks feature helps prevent you from locking the keys in your vehicle With the key in the ignition in any switch position and either the driver s or passenger s door open the doors cann...

Page 105: ...s will also illuminate Using the Keyless Entry System You can lock or unlock the vehicle doors and open the trunk without using a key The buttons for the system are below the outside door handle on the driver s side See also Remote Entry System which follows this description The keyless entry buttons When you bought your vehicle you were given a computer code that operates the system for your vehi...

Page 106: ...he keyless entry system does not work properly use the key or transmitters to lock and unlock the doors or unlock the trunk 102 1 To unlock the driver s door enter the factory code or your personal code All codes have five 5 numbers After you press the fifth number the driver s door unlocks 2 To unlock all passenger doors press the button within five 5 seconds of unlocking the driver s door or tru...

Page 107: ...nition key remains in the ON position someone remains sitting in the driver s seat or a heavy object is on the seat a door is opened and then closed the vehicle is in a forward gear and you exceed three mph five km h If you do not want to use the Autolock feature it can be deactivated by using the Feature Menu in the Message Center Programming your own entry code You can program up to three person...

Page 108: ... within five 5 seconds of Step I 3 Press and hold 1 2 for two 2 seconds All of the vehicle doors will lock and then unlock to confirm erasure Do not set a code that presents the numbers in sequential order such as 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 Studies show that people who idly press the buttons usually press a sequential pattern Also do not select a code that uses the same button five times Thieves can easi...

Page 109: ...p to four transmitters Your vehicle came with two transmitters Additional transmitters can be ordered from your dealer The personal alarm feature operates only with the ignition off The LOCK UNLOCK and TRUNK features work whenever your vehicle is in Park or Neutral Remote entry transmitter Unlocking the doors and opening the trunk To unlock the driver s door press the UNLOCK button To unlock the o...

Page 110: ...urning the ignition key to the RUN position 106 Arming and disarming the alarm s system If your vehicle is equipped with the factory installed anti theft system the remote entry system will automatically arm it when the doors are locked with the remote entry LOCK button The remote entry UNLOCK button will disarm or reset a triggered anti theft alarm The remote entry system is designed to work with...

Page 111: ... be purchased from your dealer To program replacement or additional transmitters you must have all the transmitters intended for use on your vehicle Initiating the following procedure erases all prior programmed transmitters thus ALL must be reprogrammed at the same time 1 Enter the factory keyless entry code Your personal code will not allow programming 2 Press the 1 2 button 3 Press one button o...

Page 112: ...nt draining of the battery if those lights have been left on inadvertently or if a door is not completely closed BatterV voltage to these 108 lamps will be restored when the outside front door handles are lifted the keyless entry keypad is used the remote entry transmitter is used any door is opened the trunk is opened or the ignition key is turned to the ON position Anti theft System When armed t...

Page 113: ...lash on and off only the Anti Theft alarm will prevent the engine from starting For more information on the PANIC alarm see Remote Entry System in the Index Arming the system To arm the system do the following four steps in sequence 1 Remove the key from the ignition 2 Open any door The alarm indicator light will start flashing to remind you to arm the system 3 Lock the doors by using the power do...

Page 114: ...econds to show the alarm is arming and then turn off to show that the alarm has armed 110 The anti theft system is designed to work with the factory installed remote entry system It may not work with other remote entry systems NOTE The anti theft system will not activate whfle someone is sitting in the driver s seat or if there is a heavy object in the driver s seat Disarming an untriggered anti t...

Page 115: ...te entry transmitter NOTE The flashing lights and honking horn will shut off automatically approximately three minutes after the system is triggered It will trigger again if another intrusion occurs However the engine will not be allowed to start until the system is disarmed Windows Using the Power Windows Each door has a power control that opens and closes the window on that door The driver s doo...

Page 116: ...after the key is turned to the OFF position The accessory timer is cancelled if any door is opened or the key is turned to the ON position 112 The master controls on the driver s door To lock our all window switches except the master controls press the window lock switch once To restore control to the individual windows press the switch again There is also an Express Down feature on the driver s p...

Page 117: ...oof If equipped You can move the moon roof back to open the glass panel or you can tilt it up to ventilate the vehicle The roof console ROOF switch is used to open and close the moon rool Press and hold the switch until the desired position is reached At the fully closed position the motor automatically turns off The switch for the moon roof overhead console To open the moon roof push switch rearw...

Page 118: ...traints If you use them properly head restraints will help protect your head and neck in a collision A head restraint should be placed as high as possible behind your head without interfering with your vision You can adjust the head restraints for your comfort and protection Four way head restraints Your vehicle has the four way head restraint You can adjust it in four directions You can raise it ...

Page 119: ...nd ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips WARNING Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop Using the Power Seats Your vehicle s power seats can be adjusted in several directions You can raise or lower the whole seat move the seat forward or backward and tilt the front and back of the seat up or down 11...

Page 120: ...panel show the direction of the seat movement To move the seat back move the switch in the desired direction The power reclining seat switch on the driver s side 116 Power Lumbar Support With this feature you can position a lumbar support pad in the seatback The seat controls for the lumbar support on the driver s seat ...

Page 121: ...System will only operate with the ignition key in the ON position and will maintain a temperature automatically once it is selected NOTE Leaving the Heated Seat turned on when you shut the vehicle off will not continue to heat the seat heated seat controls The heated seat controls To operate the Heated Seat System 1 Select mode Both to heat the seat back and seat cushion Back to heat the seat back...

Page 122: ... Cooling the seat down takes considerably longer than increasing its heat level 118 Cleaning the Seats Leather For routine cleaning wipe the surface with a soft damp cloth For more thorough cleaning wipe the surface with a leather and vinyl cleaner or a mild soap Wipe the surface with a damp soft cloth then dry and buff with a dry soft cloth Fabric Remove dust and loose dirt with a whisk broom or ...

Page 123: ...mp delay time out setting Ride Steering menu setting Feature Menu settings The Ride Steering menu is located in the Message Center The RIDE display allows you to adjust the suspension feel to FIRM NORMAL or PLUSH Pressing the Ride Steering menu switch again brings the STEERING display This allows you to adjust steering effort to LOW NORMAL or HIGH For more information on ride steering options see ...

Page 124: ... and curb area when backing up When you shift out of REVERSE the mirrors return to their previous positions 120 Recalling Personality Memory All of these settings are automatically recalled when the driver unlocks the door using the remote entry transmitter keyless entry keypad or presses either Memory I or Memory 2 switch inside the driver s door The vehicle must be in PARK or NEUTRAL to recall P...

Page 125: ...will also recall the Personality Memory settings as selected providing your vehicle is in P Park or N Neutral Auto Save Any change made by the driver to one of the above Personality Memory settings will be updated and saved automatically The display SAVED TO DRIVER I or SAVED TO DRIVER 2 will appear on the Message Center for five 5 seconds as a confirmation of the update to Personality Memory If a...

Page 126: ...n for the remainder of the drive Turning Personality OFF The Personality Memory feature can be turned off using the Memory OFF switch on the driver s door The amber indicator light will be lit when the feature is turned OFF Pressing either the Memory I or Memory 2 switch will turn on the Personality Memory feature and recall the saved settings 122 Memory recall buttons The Memory Profile System bu...

Page 127: ...personal driving style These options may be selected by using the RIDE STEER Message Center button Pressing this button once will allow you to adjust your RIDE CONTROL settings between NORMAL PLUSH and FIRM The settings are changed by pressing the SELECT button while RIDE CONTROL is displayed Pressing the RIDE STEER button a second time will allow you to adjust the STEERING EFFORT settings between...

Page 128: ...ate Normal Stiff steering Ideal ride Contemporary ride with precise steer Ideal steering and suspension Best balance of vehicle chassis systems Set it and forget it mode Easy steering Ideal ride Traditional luxury steer and contemporary ride Plush Stiff steering Soft suspension Luxury ride with sport steering Ideal steering Soft suspension Broken pavement city traffic Easy steering Soft suspension...

Page 129: ...tion at dusk or dawn From the non glare state the mirrors will return to the normal state after a short delay The delay starts when glare goes away The delay prevents excessive changing of the mirrors as traffic moves behind and around the vehicle or on rolling hills and curves The automatic dimming inside rearview mirror optional The sensitivity level of the mirrors can be adjusted by moving the ...

Page 130: ...r glass of any mirror with harsh abrasives fuel or other petroleum based cleaning products 126 Side View Mirrors Your vehicle comes with electric side mirrors The side view mirror on the right is a convex mirror This mirror gives you a wider view of the lanes on your right and behind you NOTE When putting your vehicle in reverse both outside mirrors will tilt downward and return to the adjusted po...

Page 131: ...ror 4 Return the selector switch to the middle position to keep the mirror in place Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh abrasives fuel or other petroleum based cleaning products Heated Mirror Feature Both mirrors are heated whenever the Electric Rear Window Defroster is turned on Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or you could damage them If the outside mirror...

Page 132: ...t the same time You also have a smaller center sun visor To block the sun move the main visor sideways and flip the second visor down Illuminated Visor Mirror The illuminated visor mirror slides inside the visor To light the mirror pull down the mirror and slide switch at bottom of visor To adjust the amount of light slide the switch left for LO dim and right for HI bright 128 Lo HI light switch D...

Page 133: ...r the GARAGE button The compartment door will swing down Inside the compartment is a Velcro strip Remove the backing from the strip and press the back side of your garage door transmitter to it Be sure to situate the transmitter so that one of the five pins on the compartment door is in a position to make contact with the garage door transmitter s activation button after the compartment door is cl...

Page 134: ...rrent hand held transmitters or nearly any device that is controlled by radio frequency is built into the driver s side visor and powered by your vehicle s battery No separate batteries are necessary 130 Red light Universal transmitter button Driver s sun visor The Universal Transmitter THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS 1 THIS D...

Page 135: ...s engine is off 2 Erase the Universal Transmitter s test codes by holding down the two outside buttons After 20 seconds the light will begin to flash Release both buttons immediately 3 Choose one of the three Universal Transmitter buttons to program Place the hand held controller you want to program within one inch of the Universal Transmitter Push and hold both the Universal Transmitter button yo...

Page 136: ...training if it becomes necessary to erase the Universal Transmitter Note to Canadian users Prior to 1992 regulations required many hand held controllers to stop transmitting after one or two seconds Transmission will stop even though you continue to hold down the button and even if the light on the hand held transmitters remains lit If you think you have one of these controllers you should press a...

Page 137: ... The light will illuminate while the signal is being transmitted NOTE The effective transmission range of the Universal Transmitter may differ from your hand held transmitter Erasing the Universal Transmitter Channels To clear the Universal Transmitter of all three previously stored frequencies follow Step 2 of the Programming the Universal Transmitter section Console Your vehicle may have a full ...

Page 138: ...ipped with a mini console that is located within the ashtray panel To open the panel press on the front of it and release It will open automatically To close push the panel back into place until it latches WARNING Use only soft cups in the cupholder Hard objects can injure you in a collision Storage Compartments Your vehicle has two map pockets on the panels of the front doors The back of the fron...

Page 139: ...runk from inside your vehicle by pressing the TRUNK RELEASE button located on the driver side door The TRUNK RELEASE button will only function when the vehicle is traveling under three mph five km h To open your trunk with the keyless entry system press 5 6 on the keyless entry pad within five seconds of entering the keyless code You can also open the trunk by pressing the TRUNK button on the remo...

Page 140: ...cle is moving faster than three mph five km h Cargo Storage System If equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with a cargo storage system It was designed to allow you to use all available space in your trunk while permitting easy loading and unloading 136 The cargo storage system Release handle ...

Page 141: ... sure the storage system is securely locked in place Remote Control Fuel Filler Door Release Button Your vehicle has a remote control fuel filler door which cannot be opened from outside of the vehicle To unlatch the fuel filler door push the fuel door button on the driver side door Refer to Servicing Your Vehicle in the Index for further information Located on driver s door Manual override locate...

Page 142: ...ointed end of retention post from the rear and rotate forward to install Adjust floor mat position to allow proper operation of accelerator pedal and brake pedal 138 Must be Positioned 1 inch 25 5 mm Away From Brake Pedal And Accelerator Pedal All Around To Front of Vehicle Seat track floor mat The positive retention floor mat ...

Page 143: ...nstrument panel dimming switch Factors Affecting Compass Accuracy Some things which can affect compass accuracy are large buildings bridges power lines and powerful antennas Keep radar detectors and other magnetically mounted devices as far away from the compass as possible Sometimes after market and dealer installed moon roofs can affect the accuracy of the compass Using automatic car washes can ...

Page 144: ...c objects or structures 3 Insert an appropriate diameter rod paper clip into the left switch access hole underneath the compass module and press gently for 1 2 seconds until CAL and a direction appear on the display 140 4 Release the button and drive in a circle until CAL disappears from the display approx 2 3 circles Compass Zone Adjustment 1 The zone setting is factory pre set to Zone 8 Refer to...

Page 145: ... the right button 4 Pressing the right button repeatedly will cycle through all possible zone settings Stop cycling when the correct zone setting for your location appears 5 Releasing the button for 2 seconds will exit the zone entry mode Securitire If equipped Securitires are designed to allow you to continue driving your Continental a limited number of miles when one of your vehicle s tires is a...

Page 146: ...d excessive hard steering and braking maneuvers if possible stop periodically to allow the tires to cool down WARNING If your vehicle is driven with a low tire the tire itself may become very hot Allow the tire and wheel to cool before attempting to change it 142 Pressure Alert System Each of your Securitires is monitored by a low tire pressure sensor A warning will appear in the overhead console ...

Page 147: ...s low to the recommended air pressure level This information can be found on the Service Station Information page at the back of this manual or on the driver s door placard If the warning remains on after you have adjusted the tires to recommended air pressure levels take your vehicle to an authorized Lincoln Mercury dealer for service Flat Tire Warning If the sensors detect a tire pressure lower ...

Page 148: ...an authorized Michelin tire dealer Each Securitire is equipped with a pressure sensor around the wheel rim This sensor could be damaged when removing and installing the tire Servicing a Securitire at 144 locations other than your Michelin tire dealer lmay adversely affect your warranty If you have questions concerning your Securitires or servicing please call the Michelin Tire Information Line at ...

Page 149: ...e RUN START position The vehicle s cellular phone automatically places a call to a 24 hour emergency response center When contact is made the vehicle sends an electronic data message to the response center s computer This data message includes latitude and longitude coordinates obtained from the vehicle s positioning system Once the data transmission is complete the call is forwarded to a response...

Page 150: ...quest General Description Lincoln s Remote Emergency Satellite Cellular Unit RESCU is designed to expedite roadside or emergency assistance to distressed motorists who are uncertain of their location and or are uncertain of who to contact for assistance The Lincoln RESCU System utilizes Global Positioning System GPS technology and the 146 nation s cellular phone network to track vehicle location a...

Page 151: ...rection of the vehicle Time tag identifying when last position was taken Call back phone number After the transmission is complete the call is forwarded to an operator who will verify the details of the request and confirm the vehicle s location using computerized map Tow Truck Button Roadside Assistance The tow truck button should be selected if roadside assistance is required The feature should ...

Page 152: ...sistance has arrived Ambulance Button Emergency Assistance The ambulance button should be selected if emergency assistance is required This feature should be used if you have been involved in an accident 148 to report a crime or fire when medical attention is required to receive assistance in any emergency situation The Emergency Assistance button When this button is pressed the Lincoln Security R...

Page 153: ...ill be displayed on the vehicle s message center confirming an assistance request has been made The warning light will continue to flash throughout the activation The RESCU Warning light The system can be activated whenever your ignition key is in the RUN START Position and for two Minutes after your vehicle is turned off In most situations the assistance request can ONLY be terminated and the sys...

Page 154: ...g as desired Message Center Interface During an activation Lincoln RESCU communicates with the vehicle s Message Center Status messages describing the sequence of steps being executed are displayed allowing you to visually follow the activation process The following messages are 150 typical of those displayed during an assistance request They are shown in the order in which they would appear ROADS...

Page 155: ...ter and attempts to send an electronic data message Occasionally it can be difficult for the computer to recognize the message if the cellular connection is weak or noisy If the transmission of the message is unsuccessful the data call will be terminated and the message REDIAL IN PROGRESS will be displayed on the Message Center A second call will automatically be placed which bypasses the response...

Page 156: ...gle on the Message Center display 152 Global Positioning System Vehicle location is continuously updated via Global Positioning System GPS technology GPS was developed by the U S Department of Defense for worldwide navigational and positioning purposes It utilizes a constellation of 24 orbiting satellites located more than 20 thousand kilometers above the earth At any given time several of the 24 ...

Page 157: ...in accident If the vehicle is involved in an accident some components could be damaged rendering your Lincoln RESCU System inoperative Positioning capability degraded if satellite signals obstructed Vehicle positioning is accomplished by receiving and interpreting signals transmitted by satellites If the signals are obstructed positioning capability could be degraded or lost This situation will be...

Page 158: ...rate but the response center will not be able to identify your location In this situation the operator will depend on you to provide verbal information regarding vehicle location 154 Inoperative if cellular signal marginal or unavailable Since the Lincoln RESCU System utilizes the vehicle s cellular phone it can only be operated in geographical areas with cellular coverage Although approximately 9...

Page 159: ...ompatible with the pin feature At the time your phone is activated ask your carrier to assign you a phone number that does not require a personal identification number entry If you have difficulty obtaining a non PIN number contact your dealer or call the Ford Cellular System Clearinghouse at 1 800 367 3357 for assistance Incompatible or performance limited with certain cellular provider features ...

Page 160: ...aced UNLIKE DURING THE FIRST CALL ATTEMPT YOUR CELLULAR HANDSET WILL NOT BE LOCKED DURING THE SECOND CALL SO YOU WILL HAVE THE 156 OPTION OF TERMINATING THE ASSISTANCE REQUEST AT ANY TIME BY PUSHING EITHER THE PWR OR THE END BUTTON ON THE CELLULAR HANDSET If the second call is not terminated it will be forwarded to a local cellular carrier operator In this situation you can provide the operator wi...

Page 161: ... be driving the vehicle or who may have need to activate the system If you decide not to establish a password simply indicate to the operator that the emergency assistance request was initiated in error and the call will be terminated In either case if an activation roadside or emergency occurs and the operator cannot establish voice communication police assistance will be dispatched to the vehicl...

Page 162: ...however for any charges imposed by your cellular phone carrier for the 1 800 phone call to the Lincoln Security Response Center After your initial service period expires you may be required to pay a monitoring service fee Your dealer can provide you with specific information regarding post initial service period fees 158 Relinquishing your vehicle At the time you relinquish your vehicle it is impo...

Page 163: ...lume on Treble Bass AM Display Tape FM1 FM2 Balance DSP Blank skip Fade Seek Autoset Scan Eject Fast forward BASS TREB Tune Compact discs Tape Dolby Compression Shuffle Rewind Memory preset buttons Luxury Audio System Digital 159 ...

Page 164: ...Volume Treble Bass AM Display SCAN Dolby Tape Tune Autoset Fastforward Luxury Audio System Analog 160 ...

Page 165: ...et and will stay at the same level when the radio is turned back on Selecting the AM or FM frequency band Push the AM or FM1 FM2 button to select the desired frequency band Pushing the FM1 FM2 button more than once will alternate between FM1 and FM2 These functions are used with the station memory buttons described under How to tune radio stations HOW to tune radio stations There are four ways for...

Page 166: ...the scan mode up the frequency band stopping on each listenable station for approximately five seconds To stop the scan mode on the presently sampled station press the SCAN button again 162 Setting the station MEMORY PRESET buttons Your radio is equipped with 6 station memory buttons These buttons can be used to select up to 6 preset AM stations and 12 FM stations 6 in FMI and 6 in FM2 1 Select a ...

Page 167: ...set in the memory buttons NOTE If there are less than six strong stations in the frequency band the remaining unfilled buttons will store the last strong station detected on the band After all stations have been filled the radio will begin playing the station stored on memory button 1 To deactivate the Auto Memory Store mode and return to the manually set memory button stations simply push the AUT...

Page 168: ...he right speakers and turn left counterclockwise to shift the sound to the speakers 164 Fade control allows YOU to adjust the sound distribution between the front and rear speakers The inner ring of the BAL FADE knob adjusts the speaker fader Turn clockwise to shift the sound to the rear speakers and turn counterclockwise to shift the sound to the front speakers Using the Digital Signal Processing...

Page 169: ...ackage tray Your Antenna Antennas for both AM and FM reception are hidden in the back glass of your vehicle There is an internal antenna module that will switch between AM and FM when bands are changed for maximum reception performance NOTE Do not attempt to adapt any other type of antenna system to your audio system Using the Controls of Your Cassette TapePlayer NOTE Radio power must be on to use...

Page 170: ...E button to stop fast forwarding At the end of the tape the direction automatically reverses and plays the other side of the tape 166 Rewinding the tape To rewind the tape press the REW button The radio will automatically begin playing while the tape is rewinding The light above the REW button will blink while in the rewind mode Press REW again or press the TAPE button to stop rewinding Using the ...

Page 171: ...e tape will eject only when in the tape mode The cassette cannot be ejected when the radio is playing an AM or FM station The system will revert to radio mode when the cassette is ejected How to store the tape Press the AWFM button to stop the tape player and resume radio play Using the Dolby B noise reduction feature NOTE Noise reduction system manufactured under license from Dolby Labs Licensing...

Page 172: ... tape player head after 10 12 hours of play will help maintain the best playback sound and proper tape operation 168 Only cassettes that are go minutes long or less ger than go minutes should be used Tapes longer than 90 minutes are thinner and subject to breakage or may jam the tape player mechanism Protect cassettes from exposure to direct sunlight high humidity and extreme heat or cold If they ...

Page 173: ...ing buttons on your Luxury Audio System Be sure to read all of the information provided on the following pages to get the most out of this system Loading Instructions 1 Open Compact Disc Changer unit by suding door to the right Figure 1 Figure 1 2 Push the button to eject the disc magazine holds 6 discs Figure 2 169 ...

Page 174: ...numbered I through 6 one at a time with labeled surfaces upward starting with bottom slot number I Figure 3 170 4 Insert loaded disc magazine into chamber unit with the arrow on top of the disc magazine pointing toward the changer Figure 4 Make sure magazine is fully inserted into changer ...

Page 175: ...System you can operate it through the controls of your Luxury Audio System Several of the controls on the radio operate in the same manner in CD mode as they do in radio or cassette mode turning the power on volume control and adjusting the bass treble speaker balance or fade How to begin CD Changer play NOTE Radio power must be on to operate the Compact Disc Changer Push the CD button to begin CD...

Page 176: ...e SEEK button to seek forward to the next track of current disc After the last track has been completed the CD player automatically wraps back to the first track of the current disc 172 Press the left side of the SEEK button to seek in reverse to the previous track on the current disc If a selection has been playing for three seconds or more and you press the left side of the SEEK button the CD Ch...

Page 177: ...ng the Shuffle and Scan features simultaneously Both the shuffle and scan features can be activated simultaneously In this mode the player will randomly pick a selection and play the first eight seconds This process is continued until either the SCAN button or SHUFFLE button is pressed a second time How to stop CD play While in CD Changer mode press the EJCT AM or FMI FM2 button to stop CD play an...

Page 178: ...s with solvents such as benzine thinner commercially available cleaners or antistatic spray intended for analog records Do not expose the discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for an extended period of time 174 Do not insert more than one disc into each disc slot of the disc magazine Doing so may damage the discs disc magazine or the disc changer Do not insert anything other than discs into the...

Page 179: ... player s internal temperature is above 167 F 75 C Allow the player to cool off before operating Different manufacturers of compact discs may produce discs with different dimensions or tolerances some of which may not be within industry standards or in accordance with the CD format Because of this a new disc that is free of dust and scratches could be defective and may not play on your Ford Compac...

Page 180: ... result of signal modulation as well as signal strength 176 Terrain The terrain hilly mountainous tall buildings of the area over which the signal travels may prevent the FM signal from being noise free Repeated pops and hisses which are heard during an otherwise clear broadcast can occur near the station because of the line of sight characteristic of FM radio waves If there is a building or large...

Page 181: ...times before returning to the original station When several broadcast towers are present common in metropolitan areas several stations may overload the receiver resulting in considerable station changing mixing and distortion Automatic gain control circuitry for both AM and FM bands has been incorporated into this system to reduce strong signal capture and overload All About Radio Frequencies The ...

Page 182: ...d Service Information About Your Warranty Your sound system is warranted for four years or 50 000 miles whichever occurs first Consult your vehicle warranty booklet for further information Servicing Your Audio System At Ford Electronics we stand behind our audio systems with a comprehensive service and repair program If anything should go wrong with your Ford audio system return to your dealer for...

Page 183: ...ift selector in Overdrive gives the best fuel economy for normal driving conditions For manual control start in 1 First and then shift manually Your vehicle is equipped with an Electronic Powertrain Control Module that limits engine and or vehicle speeds with a cut out mode to promote durability Putting Your Vehicle in Gear Your vehicle s gearshift can be on the column or on the console WARNING Ho...

Page 184: ...brake pedal depressed 1 Turn the engine off and remove the ignition key 2 Apply parking brake 3 Reinsert the ignition key and turn clockwise to the first position OFF 180 4 Depress the brake pedal depress the thumb button console mounted gearshift only move the gearshift lever to N Neutral and start the engine If you need to shift out of P Park by using the alternate procedure described above it i...

Page 185: ...olumn you can use any of the following positions Park neutral reverst overdrive drive first The positions of the column mounted gearshift Once you place the gearshift securely into position gradually release the brake pedal and use the accelerator as necessary 181 ...

Page 186: ...rshift latches into position Once the gearshift is secure gradually release the brake pedal and use the accelerator as necessary Gear Selection Column and Console Mounted Control R Reverse With the gearshift in the R Reverse position the vehicle will move backward You should always come to a complete stop before shifting into or out of R Reverse N Neutral With the gearshift in the N Neutral positi...

Page 187: ...ving on hilly roads or if your vehicle requires additional power for climbing hills shift to D Drive When to use D Drive D Drive eliminates the excessive shifting between third and fourth gears that your vehicle sometimes does when you are traveling through hilly terrain in Overdrive It also gives more engine braking to ml slow your vehicle on downgrades than Overdrive When to use 1 First Use I Fi...

Page 188: ...he key the gearshift lever must be in P Park 184 Traction Control If equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with the optional Traction Control system This system helps prevent wheel spin in order to improve tire traction and is an especially useful feature when you drive in hilly areas or on slippery icy or snowy roads When the Traction Control system is controlling wheelspin an electric motor soun...

Page 189: ...normally during the cool down period After the cool down period the full Traction Control function is restored Steering Your Vehicle Your vehicle comes with power steering Power steering uses energy from the engine to help steer your vehicle If the amount of effort needed to steer your vehicle changes check your steering effort selection in the Message Center If this is not the problem have the po...

Page 190: ...ain road conditions steering maneuvers braking and accelerations and is returned to the driver selected ride calibration when driver or road surface induced motion changes are completed A shutoff switch is located behind an access panel in the left side of the trunk If this switch is in the OFF position the air suspension system will remain at a constant state not adjusting for varying loads or dr...

Page 191: ... than five seconds shut off the engine and restart If it remains on it means the anti lock brake system is disabled and should be serviced immediately to restore the benefits of the anti lock feature Normal braking is not affected unless the brake warning light is also lit The And lock Brake System has self check capabilities As described above the system turns on the ANTI LOCK light each time you...

Page 192: ...les with the anti lock brake system if the equipment is installed according to the manufacturer s instructions However if mobile radio transmitting 188 equipment is installed in your vehicle and if either the anti lock brake system cycles or the ANTI LOCK light comes on at any time other than right after you turn the key to the ON position or during a sudden stop have your mobile radio dealer insp...

Page 193: ...rshift is securely latched in P Park WARNING If the parking brake is fully released but the Brake System light remains on have the brakes checked immediately They may not be working properly WARNING To prevent personal injury do not release the parking brake while outside the vehicle 189 ...

Page 194: ...ehicle in an emergency if the normal brakes fail However since the parking brake applies only the rear brakes the stopping distance will increase greatly and the handling of your vehicle will be adversely affected 190 Always check the Brake Warning light each time you start your engine Driving with the parking brake on will cause the brakes to wear out quickly and will reduce the fuel economy Driv...

Page 195: ...ove the steering wheel unless necessary Drive slower than you normally would Give your vehicle more distance to stop WARNING To avoid skidding and losing control on slippery roads do not downshift into First 1 when you are moving faster than 20 mph 32 km h WARNING If your vehicle has speed control do not use it on slippery roads You could lose control of your vehicle and could injure someone If yo...

Page 196: ...ion or wet brakes so allow extra stopping distance because your vehicle will not stop as quickly as usual 192 After you drive through the standing water apply your brakes gently several times as your vehicle moves slowly This helps to dry the brakes Driving With a Heavy Load There are limits to the amount of weight your vehicle can carry or tow The total weight of your vehicle plus the weight of t...

Page 197: ...mum load stated on the Safety Compliance Certification Decal attached to the left front door pillar To figure the weight of your vehicle s load add the weights of the driver and passengers luggage and any other items that you put in your vehicle the tongue load of the loaded trailer the Weight of any equipment that has been added to your vehicle since it was delivered to your dealer If you do not ...

Page 198: ...ght in excess of the amount shown on the tire decal can cause rapid tire wear or loss of vehicle control 194 Trailer Towing Your vehicle is capable of towing a trailer of up to a maximum of 2 000 lbs 907 kg gross trailer weight with a maximum tongue load of 200 lbs 91 kg Because towing a trailer puts extra strain on your vehicle you must follow certain precautions for your safety and the good of y...

Page 199: ...vehicle can safely tow New vehicles should be driven 2 000 miles 3 200 km before towing a trailer WARNING Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of the vehicle and could result in engine damage transaxle damage structural damage loss of control and personal injury WARNING Do not tow a trailer when the temporary spare tire is being used See the followi...

Page 200: ...uld also limit your trailer s load when you tow in high altitudes 196 Preparing to Tow For your safety and for the good of your vehicle use the right equipment for the type of trailer you tow Also make sure that all towing equipment is properly attached to your vehicle If you are not certain that you are using the right equipment in the proper manner see your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer Do not ...

Page 201: ...turer s instructions Be sure that your trailer s brakes meet local and federal regulations Separate trailer brakes of adequate size should be used for trailers weighing over 1 000 lbs 454 kg loaded weight WARNING Do not connect a trailer s hydraulic brake system directly to your vehicle s brake system Your vehicle may not have enough braking power and your chances of having a collision greatly inc...

Page 202: ...ngine braking When driving in less hilly country or with a lighter trailer load you may move the gearshift selector lever to Overdrive without experiencing excessive shifting 198 When driving down steep hills you should put the gearshift selector lever in the I First position to shift the transaxle into second gear This will provide additional engine braking The automatic transaxle will automatica...

Page 203: ...hicle WARNING The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames sparks or lit cigarettes An explosion could result in injury or vehicle damage WARNING To protect yourself when charging a battery always shield your face and eyes Make sure that you can breathe fresh air WARNING Applying too much pressure on the ends when lifting a battery could cause acid to spill Lift the battery with a...

Page 204: ...doubt call for road service 200 Preparing Your Vehicle 1 Your vehicle has a 12 volt starting system so you need to use a 12 volt jumper system You will damage your starting motor ignition system and other electrical parts if you connect them to a 24 volt power supply either two 12 volt batteries in series or a 24 volt generator set 2 Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle You could ...

Page 205: ...cable The red cable is generally used for the positive terminals and the black for the negative ones 2 Connect the other end of the first cable to the positive terminal of the booster battery 3 Connect one end of the second cable to the negative terminal of the booster battery NOT to the discharged battery 4 Connect the other end of the second cable to a good metallic surface on the engine or fram...

Page 206: ...Alternator mounting brace stud jumper cable The engine with jumper cables 202 Booster battery ...

Page 207: ...es 1 Always remove the jumper cables in the reverse order Remove the negative end of the jumper cable from the metallic surface on the engine or frame of the disabled vehicle 2 Remove the negative cable from the booster battery 3 Remove the positive cable from the booster battery 4 Remove the other end of the positive cable from the discharged battery After the vehicle is started let it idle for a...

Page 208: ...t only when you get a flat tire and replace it as soon as you can This spare tire is marked with the words TEMPORARY USE ONLY so that you can easily identify it 204 WARNING If you use the temporary spare tire continuously or do not follow these precautions the tire could fail causing you to lose control of the vehicle possibly injuring yourself or others When you drive with the temporary spare tir...

Page 209: ...n the rails and it could be damaged Spare Tire Location The spare tire is stored under the carpet on the floor of the trunk You will find additional instructions for the spare tire on the warning label located on the wheel and the jacking instructions located on the spare tire cover Washer Spare tire Wing nut Spring Jack bolt hook Cover Wheel nut wrench The spare tire location 205 ...

Page 210: ...ark Set the parking brake and block the wheel that is diagonally opposite the tire that you are changing WARNING If the vehicle slips off the jack you or someone else could be seriously injured Turn off the air suspension switch prior to jacking 206 WARNING On vehicles equipped with Air Suspension turn OFF the Air Suspension switch prior to jacking hoisting or towing your vehicle Air suspension sw...

Page 211: ...p on the handle rather than push to develop maximum force to loosen wheel lug nuts See Anti Theft Wheel Lug Nuts later in this chapter for information on removing anti theft lug nuts Removing and Replacing the Tire I Place the scissors type jack under the side of the vehicle and adjust the jack height with the jack handle The jack should fit in the notch in the vertical rocker panel flange which i...

Page 212: ... is snug against the hub The beveled edges on the lug nuts face inward Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until you lower the vehicle If you do you could force the vehicle off the jack 5 Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise 6 Remove the jack and fully tighten the lug nuts in the order shown in the following illustration As soon as possible have your dealer or a qualified se...

Page 213: ...he wheel with the tire and wheel lying at an angle Anti Theft Wheel Lug Nuts If equipped If your vehicle has this option one of the lug nuts on each wheel locks and must be unlocked with a special key The key and registration card are attached to the lug wrench and stored with the spare tire If you lose the key send the registration card to the manufacturer not the dealer to get a replacement key ...

Page 214: ...cing the anti theft lug nut Insert the key over the locking lug nut Place the lug nut wrench over the lug nut key and while applying pressure on the key install the lug nut If the Engine Cranks But Does Not Start or Does Not Start After a Collision The Fuel Pump Shut off Switch If the engine cranks but does not start or if you have had a collision the fuel pump shut off switch may have been trigge...

Page 215: ...wing options include wheel lift towing or flat bed towing Front towing Rear towing When calling for a tow truck tell the operator what kind of vehicle you have A towing manual is available from Ford Motor Company for 0 authorized tow truck operators Have your tow truck driver refer to this manual for the proper hook up and towing procedures for your vehicle 211 ...

Page 216: ...rhead console should be used in the event that you require roadside assistance out of gas need a tow etc or emergency assistance involved in an accident report a crime or fire require medical attention etc 212 See Lincoln RESCU System in the Features chapter for more information ...

Page 217: ...authorized Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer In most cases your dealer will be able to resolve your concern If you are not satisfied with the service you received from your dealership s service department talk to the service manager at the dealership or if you still are not satisfied talk to the owner or general manager of the dealership In most cases you will have your concern resolved at this level...

Page 218: ...wish to contact the Dispute Settlement Board U S only or the Lincoln Centre in Canada 214 The Dispute Setdement Board U S Only The Dispute Settlement Board is a voluntary independent dispute settlement program available free to owners or lessees of qualifying Ford Motor Company vehicles The Dispute Settlement Board may not be available in all states Ford Motor Company reserves the right to change ...

Page 219: ... unless incidental to a service or product complaint being reviewed Items not covered by your warranty Alleged liability claims Property damage where such damage is significant when compared to the economic loss alleged under the warranty dispute Cases currently in litigation Vehicles not used primarily for personal family or household purposes NOTE Complaints involving vehicles on which applicabl...

Page 220: ... 216 Board members review all the materials related to each complaint and based on the available information arrive at a fair and impartial decision Decisions are based on the written statements and any oral presentations made by each of the involved parties Because the Board usually meets only once a month some cases will take longer than 30 days to be reviewed The Board will make every effort to...

Page 221: ...ox 5120 Southfield MI 48086 5120 What is the Review Process Your application will be reviewed and if it is determined to be eligible you will receive an acknowledgment indicating the file number assigned to your application and the local Board address At the same time your dealer and Ford Motor Company representative are asked to submit statements To review your case properly the Board needs the f...

Page 222: ... defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying Ford Motor Company If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become i...

Page 223: ...4G3 1 800 387 9333 Please have the following information available when contacting the Lincoln Centre your telephone number both business and home the name of the dealer and the city where the dealership is located the year and make of your vehicle the date purchased the current mileage on your vehicle your Vehicle Identification Number VIN listed on your owner card and or your vehicle ownership l...

Page 224: ...ers in scheduling and preparing for their arbitration hearings However before you can proceed with CAMVAP you must follow your manufacturer s dispute resolution process as outlined under Service Maintenance Concerns U S or Canada earlier in this chapter 220 Consumers wishing to obtain further information about the program can obtain an information booklet from your dealer or contact the Provincial...

Page 225: ...lations office before you leave the U S or Canada Use of leaded fuel in your vehicle without a proper conversion may damage the effectiveness of your emissions control system and may cause engine knocking or serious engine damage Ford Motor Company is not responsible for any damage that is caused by use of improper fuel You may also have difficulty importing your vehicle back into the U S if you u...

Page 226: ... dealership cannot help you they can direct you to the appropriate Ford affiliate office 222 If you buy your vehicle in North America and then relocate outside of the U S or Canada register your Vehicle Identification Number and new address with Ford Motor Company Export Operations ...

Page 227: ...ars or 36 000 miles 60 000 km whichever comes first See your dealer for complete warranty information and accessory availability Ford has many fine products available from your dealer to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes For best results use the following or products of equivalent quality Ford Custom Clear Coat Polish Ford Custom Silicone Gloss Polish Ford Custom Vinyl Protectant Ford De...

Page 228: ...ngine block heater Cargo net 224 Protection and appearance Carpeted floor mats Cleaners waxes and polishes Styled wheel protector locks Super Seal undercoating in U S only Touch up paints Vinyl protectant Wheel splash guards flat Vehicle security system ...

Page 229: ...in Canada the CRTC regulation and should be installed only by a qualified technician NOTE Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your vehicle particularly if they are not properly designed for automotive use or are not properly installed For example when operated such systems may cause the engine to stumble or stall In addition such systems may themselves be damaged or their opera...

Page 230: ...r availability to the address shown below Please allow ample time for postal service delivery U S RESIDENTS Make checks payable to HELM INCORPORATED MAIL ORDER TO HELM INCORPORATED P O Box 07150 Detroit Michigan 48207 OR ORDER TOLL FREE 1 800 782 4356 Monday Friday 8 00 A M 6 00 PM EST For Credit Card Holder Orders Only CANADIAN RESIDENTS Make cheques payable to Ford Motor Company of Canada Ltd MA...

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Page 233: ... it to you To order an extra Key Ring simply fill out the order form below or call our toll free number 1 800 7350482 Please enclose payment of 15 00 available in the United States only for each Key Ring ordered checks money orders and Visa or MasterCard are accepted please no cash or CODS Michigan residents add 6 Sales Tax Make checks Payable to Lincoln Key Ring Headquarters Bottom swivels only a...

Page 234: ...ecord booklet This chapter tells you about the basic parts that you need to check and service regularly If your vehicle needs professional servicing your dealership can provide the parts and service required Check your Warranty Information Booklet to find out which parts and services are covered Also see the Customer Assistance chapter of this Owner Guide Ford Motor Company recommends that the Own...

Page 235: ...pear similar to genuine Ford parts on the surface differences in 232 quality become obvious when both are subjected to standard Ford quality tests Ford tests indicate that you should be concerned with the quality of the fit and finish corrosion resistance and structural integrity of these imitation replacement parts and how their use will affect your warranty How Can You Protect Yourself Before an...

Page 236: ...ke appropriate precautions with long hair Do not work on a vehicle in an enclosed space with the engine running unless you are sure you have enough ventilation Never get under a vehicle while it is supported by a jack only If you must work under a vehicle use safety stands Keep all lit cigarettes and other smoking materials away from the battery and all fuel related parts If you disconnect the bat...

Page 237: ... Always disconnect the negative terminal of the battery before working near the fan 234 If the battery is disconnected the computer must releam its idle control See Battery in the Index NOTE The engine compartment light may be switched on or off at the light assembly The light assembly is located on the hood on the driver s side To turn the light on pull the switch toward you to turn it off push i...

Page 238: ...o the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the hood at the center of the vehicle Auxiliary hood release The auxiliary latch under the front edge of the hood 3 Lift the hood until the lift cylinders hold it open 235 ...

Page 239: ...ain smooth and trouble free operation NOTE Read and understand Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle at the beginning of this chapter before opening the hood 236 Engine Compartment Your vehicle has a 4 6 liter 4V SFI engine The following page shows a diagram of where to find items that you should regularly service ...

Page 240: ...lant reservoir Power steering fluid reservoir Windshield washer fluid reservoir Engine oil filler cap Hood safety release High current fuse box Engine oil dipstick Air filter Engine compartment service points 237 ...

Page 241: ... of the vehicle The words FUEL FILL and an arrow on the instrument cluster remind you that the fuel door is on that side 238 Manual override fuel filler door The fuel door release button If the fuel door does not open when you push the release button open the trunk and find the override release on the right side The override release is a handle which says FUEL FILLER DOOR RELEASE MANUAL OVERRIDE O...

Page 242: ...ear a hissing sound wait until it stops before completely removing the cap 2 Make sure that you pump premium unleaded fuel and put the nozzle all the way inside the fuel filler pipe NOTE If you spill any fuel on the body of your vehicle clean it off immediately The fuel may dull or soften the paint if you do not wash it off 3 Replace the fuel cap completely when you are finished Turn it clockwise ...

Page 243: ...recommendations The 4 6L engine is designed to operate on premium fuel with an octane rating of 91 or higher Regular fuel with an octane rating of 87 240 may be used if necessary For optimum performance premium fuel is recommended Typical octane rating label In some parts of the country premium grade fuels are sold with octane ratings of less than 91 especially in high altitude areas It is recomme...

Page 244: ...than 5 with cosolvents and additives and MTBE or methyl tertiary butyl ether blended at no more than 15 Generally you should not experience difficulties operating your vehicle on fuels containing oxygenates We encourage you to use these fuels Safety Information Relating to Automotive Fuels WARNING Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or death if misused or mishandled Turn vehicle off when ref...

Page 245: ...ause the same kind of adverse reaction as drinking an alcoholic beverage In sensitive individuals serious personal injury or sickness could result Consult a physician promptly if you experience an adverse reaction 242 Running Out of Fuel NOTE Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse effect on modern powertrain components You may need to crank the engine several times be...

Page 246: ...ive tankfuls fill the fuel tank and record the final odometer reading 4 Use these equations to calculate your fuel economy English MPG total miles gallons used Metric L 100K liters used x 100 total kilometers Comparisons With EPA Fuel Economy Estimates EPA fuel economy figures are obtained from laboratory tests under simulated road conditions and may not reflect the actual conditions you experienc...

Page 247: ... contribute to the driving efficiency of your vehicle The following procedures require only a tire gauge a rag an oil can spout and windshield washer fluid Check the engine oil at every refueling stop Clean the windshield outside mirrors and headlights 244 Check windshield washer fluid Check tires for excessive wear or worn edges Check the tire pressure at least monthly Engine Oil Recommendations ...

Page 248: ...FIED and of the preferred viscosity may be used in your engine The engine oil and oil filter must still be changed according to the maintenance schedule Checking and Adding Engine Oil Since the proper amount of engine oil is important for safe engine operation check the oil using the dipstick each time you put fuel in your vehicle Remember the engine must be off the oil must be warm and the vehicl...

Page 249: ...oil level is beyond the letter F in Full engine damage or high oil consumption may occur and some oil must be removed from the engine 7 Put the dipstick back in and make sure it is fully seated It may be necessary to add some oil between oil changes Make sure you use a CERTIFIED engine oil of the preferred viscosity Your vehicle s warranty coverage may not apply if engine damage is caused by the u...

Page 250: ... mice Protect your skin by washing with soap and water Engine Coolant Checking the Engine Coolant NOTE Be sure to read and understand Precautions Men Servicing Your Vehicle at the beginning of this chapter WARNING The cooling fan is automatic and may come on at any time Always disconnect the negative terminal of the battery before working near the fan Cold fill level The engine coolant reservoir 2...

Page 251: ... below the cold fill level coolant may need to be added The coolant additives also protect the entire cooling system from internal passageway corrosion and these additives lubricate the water pump The coolant should be serviced as noted in the Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet 248 Adding engine coolant WARNING Do not put engine coolant in the container for the windshield washer fluid If spra...

Page 252: ...es for fluids in the Index Add engine coolant only to the coolant reservoir If the coolant level is low add to the reservoir a 50 50 or appropriate mixture of water and the type of engine coolant that Ford specifies You may add water by itself only in an emergency but you should replace it with a 50 50 mixture as soon as possible Check the engine coolant again the next few times you drive your veh...

Page 253: ...ationally recognized brand name engine coolant Do not use alcohol methanol antifreeze or engine coolant mixed with alcohol or methanol antifreeze If you do not use the proper 250 coolant the aluminum engine on your vehicle will corrode Ford Motor Company expressly authorizes the Ford Rotunda engine coolant recycling process and chemicals Use only Ford Rotunda recycled engine coolant or an equivale...

Page 254: ...sult in damage to your engine Remove coolant reservoir pressure cap Remove the engine coolant outlet tube fill plug on the engine With the engine off and cool add a 50 50 mixture of recommended cooling system fluid and water to the coolant outlet tube fill neck until the reservoir is full NOTE DO NOT FILL COOLANT SYSTEM THROUGH COOLANT RESERVOIR COOLANT WILL NOT ENTER ENGINE WHICH CAN LEAD TO ENGI...

Page 255: ...erature gauge should maintain a stabilized reading in the middle of the NORMAL range and the lower radiator hose should feel hot to the touch Shut off the engine and allow to cool down 252 After the engine cools down recheck the engine coolant level Fill reservoir to the COLD FULL level as required Check for leaks at the draincock block plug and vent plug Recheck the engine coolant level using the...

Page 256: ...for a possible malfunction Help Us Protect Our Environment Ford Motor Company strongly recommends that used lead acid batteries be returned to an authorized recycling facility for disposal Battery recycling symbol Because your vehicle s engine is electronically controlled by a computer some control conditions are maintained by power from the battery If you ever disconnect the battery or install a ...

Page 257: ...luid is located on the passenger s side of the engine compartment Visual inspection can determine if the washer fluid is adequate Do not operate the washer when the reservoir is empty 254 Washer reservoir The reservoir for the windshield washer fluid WARNING Do not put windshield washer fluid in the container for the engine coolant Use specially formulated windshield washer fluid rather than plain...

Page 258: ...ent Rinse thoroughly with clear water Do not use fuel kerosene paint thinner or other solvents to clean your wiper blades These will damage your blades To make reaching the wiper blades easy simply turn the ignition to the ACC position and turn your wipers on Wait for them to reach a vertical position and turn the ignition to the OFF position Do not move the wipers manually Manually moving the wip...

Page 259: ... a month check the pressure in all your vehicle s tires including the spare Use an accurate tire pressure gauge Check the tire pressure when tires are cold after the vehicle has been parked for at least one hour or has been driven less than 3 miles 5 km You can find proper cold pressure and load limits of recommended size tires on the Safety Compliance Certification Label WARNING Improperly inflat...

Page 260: ...hem checked Rotating the tires Replacing the Tires Replace any tires that show wear bands When your tire shows a wear band it has only I 1 6 inch 2 mm of tread left A worn out tire Wear Band Because your vehicle s tires may wear unevenly you may need to replace them before a wear band appears across the entire tread Some spots wear more heavily than others 257 ...

Page 261: ...ehicles are fitted with tires that have their Tire Quality Grade described below molded into the tire s sidewall These Tire Quality Grades are determined by standards that the United States Department of Transportation has set Tire Quality Grades apply to new pneumatic tires for use on passenger cars They do not apply to deep tread winter type snow tires space saver or temporary use spare tires ti...

Page 262: ...or traction performance Warning The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking straightahead traction tests and does not include cornering turning traction Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor labora...

Page 263: ... body Do not use acid based wheel cleaners steel wool abrasives fuel or strong 260 detergents These substances will damage protective coatings Use tar and road oil remover to remove grease and tar NOTE Before going to a car wash find out if the brushes are abrasive If you have whitewall tires that are difficult to clean with regular detergent use whitewall tire cleaner Follow the directions on the...

Page 264: ...out 30 minutes to allow the fluid to cool before checking Checking the Automatic Transaxle Fluid With the vehicle on a level surface and the brake fully applied start the engine and move the gear shift selector through all of the gears allowing sufficient time for each position to engage Securely latch the gear shift selector in the P Park position Fully set the parking brake and leave the engine ...

Page 265: ...be turned off for about 30 minutes to allow the fluid to cool before checking Adding Automatic Transaxle Fluid Before adding any fluid be sure that the correct type will be used Correct type is shown on the dipstick Add fluid in 1 2 pint 25L increments through the filler tube to bring the level to the correct area on 262 the dipstick DO NOT OVERFILL If the level is above the top hole on the dipsti...

Page 266: ...uid is toxic If brake fluid contacts eyes flush eyes with running water for 15 minutes Get medical attention if irritation persists If taken internally drink water and induce vomiting Get medical attention immediately If the fluid is low carefully clean and remove the cap from the reservoir Fill the reservoir to the MAX line with Ford High Performance DOT 3 Brake Fluid C6AZ 19542 AA C6AZ 19542 BA ...

Page 267: ...nd Adding Power Steering Fluid 1 Start the engine and let it run until the power steering fluid reaches normal operating temperature The power steering fluid will be at the right temperature when the engine coolant temperature gauge in the instrument cluster is near the center of the NORMAL operating temperature range 2 While the engine idles turn the steering wheel back and forth several times Ma...

Page 268: ...g reservoir 4 The fluid level is viewed through the sight window on the power steering reservoir If the power steering fluid is below the middle line add fluid in small amounts continuously checking the level Do not overfill The power steering fluid reservoir 265 ...

Page 269: ...trical parts in your vehicle are not working the system may have been overloaded and blown a fuse Before you replace or repair any electrical parts check the appropriate fuses conventional and high current 266 The following charts tell you which fuses protect each electrical part of your vehicle If a fuse blows all the parts of your vehicle that use that circuit will not work Once you have determi...

Page 270: ...The instrument panel fuse panel location Emergency brake pedal Squeeze here to remove fuse panel cover 267 ...

Page 271: ...The instrument panel fuse panel 268 ...

Page 272: ...witch 4 10A n Run Accessory sensor luxury radio n Cellular phone n Run Accessory sensor LCM n Window switches backlight RF LR RR n Compass Fuse Location Fuse Amp Rating Description 4 cont 10A E C mirror Stand alone clock Door lock switches backlight 5 10A Virtual image cluster Light sensor Autolamp Traction Assist OFF switch Airbag diagnostic Luxury radio FCU Run Start sensor LCM 6 5A SCP network ...

Page 273: ...il lamps on decklid Left rear stop turn lamps Left turn indicator Left front turn lamp 14 15A Front cigar lighter 270 Fuse Location Fuse Amp Rating Description 15 10A Navigation display Navigation module Heated seat control switches 16 30A power moonroof switch Moonroof motor 17 Not used 18 5A SCP network 19 10A LH low beam 20 10A Multi function switch Flash to pass and hazard signal to LCM LH RH ...

Page 274: ...rtment lamp Visor lamps Storage bin lamp 5 passenger only Luggage compartment lamp Glove box lamp 32 15A Speed control brake deact switch Stop lamp switch Fuse Location Fuse Amp Rating Description 33 Not used 34 15A Back up L R lamp ext DRL module Canada only EATC clutch Speed control logic IMRC 35 20A L R heated seat module power 36 Not used 37 Not used 38 10A OBD 11 scan tool connection 39 10A D...

Page 275: ...ir amperage rating High current fuses may be purchased from your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer The high current fuse panel is located in the engine compartment on the left hand fender apron WARNING Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses Ford recommends that high current fuses be replaced by a qualified technician 272 The high current fuse panel location ...

Page 276: ...The underside of the high current fuse panel cover 273 ...

Page 277: ... 30A Passenger power seat Passenger 4 way power 5 60A Fuse panel to LCM OBD 11 15 30A Luxury radio Sub woofer amplifier CD player 6 60A Fuse panel to LCM CD player 16 20A HI beam 7 30A VDM 17 20A Horn 8 40A Heated mirrors Heated backlight 18 10A Air bags 9 40A DDM LH power windows Door locks 19 Not used 10 40A RH power windows 20 10A PCM KAPWR 11 40A Ignition switch to fuse panel 21 10A Alternator...

Page 278: ...eck a fuse follow these steps 1 Find the fuse panel underneath the instrument panel to the left of the steering column Squeeze together the two areas indicated by the arrows and pull down to remove the cover 2 Find the fuse you want to check fuses are numbered on the fuse panel and remove it with the fuse pulling tool that is provided 3 Check the fuse to see if it is blown Look through the clear s...

Page 279: ...current fjuse 276 4 Replace the fuse with one that has the right amperage rating See the following charts Instrument Panel Fuse Color Amperage Tan 5A Red 10A Blue 15A Yellow 20A Green 30A High Current Fuse Color Amperage Yellow 20A Green 30A Orange 40A Blue 60A ...

Page 280: ...t caused the overload If the fuse continues to blow have your electrical system checked Lights and Bulb Replacement It is a good idea to check the operation of the following lights ftequently headlamps high mount brakelamp tail lamps brakelamps hazard flasher turn signals side markers license plate lamp The alignment of your headlamps should be checked if oncoming motorists frequently signal you t...

Page 281: ...he bulb only by 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 278 Removing the headlamp bulb Do not remove the burned out bulb unless you can immediately replace it with a new one If a bulb is removed for an extended period of time contaminants may enter the headlamp housing and affect its performance Rear ...

Page 282: ... the bulb by grasping the wire with a quick pull rearward 6 Remove the retaining ring by turning it 1 8 of a turn to free it from the socket Then slide the ring off the plastic base of the bad bulb Keep the ring You must use it again to hold the new bulb in place 7 Carefully remove the bulb assembly from its socket by gently pulling it rearward without turning Installing the headlamp bulb 1 With t...

Page 283: ... Install the plastic sight shield 7 Turn the headlamps on and make sure that they work properly If the headlamp was correctly aligned before you changed the bulb you should not need to align it again 280 Aiming Headlamps Your vehicle is equipped with a Vehicle Headlamp Aim Device VHAD on each headlamp body Each headlamp may be properly aimed in the horizontal direction left right and the vertical ...

Page 284: ...fore adjusting your headlamps you must make sure that the air suspension has been adjusted to the proper ride height In order to do this 1 Position the vehicle on a level surface 2 Make sure the air suspension switch in the luggage compartment is in the ON position 3 Turn the ignition key to the ON position 4 Open and close the driver s door to allow the air suspension to fully level Hori zontal a...

Page 285: ...ew until the horizontal indicator is in line with the 0 reference 282 Vertical aim adjustment NOTE The numbers shown on the vial indicate beam direction in degrees up or down 1 Locate the vertical level indicator and adjustment screw 2 Use a 4mm socket and ratchet to turn the vertical adjustment screw until the bubble in the horizontal level indicator is centered in the vial 3 Replace the front en...

Page 286: ...h ttay rear doors 37 Clock Function Tradenumber Instrument panel lights continued Cluster illumination Cluster control button 37 Compact disc player Glove compartment 194 Headlamp switch nomenclature 37 Message center control buttons PRN D I bulb floor console 194 Rear window defrost switch nomenclature 37 Radio Warning lights cluster 37 Interior courtesy lamps Cigar lighter door mounted 1893 Door...

Page 287: ...e only premium unleaded fuel 284 Avoid running out of fuel Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving especially at high speeds Do not push start your vehicle Have the services listed in the Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet performed according to the specified schedule The scheduled maintenance services are required because they are considered essential to the life and perfor...

Page 288: ...smoke loss of oil pressure the charge warning light the check engine light or the temperature warning light These sometimes indicate that the emission system is not working properly Do not make any unauthorized changes to your vehicle or engine Changes that cause more unburned fuel to reach the exhaust system can increase the temperature of the engine or exhaust system By law anyone who manufactur...

Page 289: ...checks are successfully completed the OBD II system is set to the ready condition The amount of driving required to reach the ready condition varies with individual driving patterns To complete this requirement in the minimum amount of time refer to the OBD II Drive Cycle defined below If the vehicle owner cannot or does not want to do the additional driving required by law a service center can pe...

Page 290: ...d throttle for I 0 seconds 8 Cruise and maintain a select speed in the range of 40 65 mph 64 105 km h on a level road with throttle held very steady for at least 80 seconds 9 Complete 10 minutes of city driving 25 40 mph 40 64 kin h with at least six 6 stops 10 OBD II drive cycle has been completed Vehicle can be turned off when convenient Refill Capacities Motorcraft Parts and Lubricant Specifica...

Page 291: ...XT 65 850 Refer to Vehicle Emission Control Information VECI decal for spark plug and gap specifications If a spark plug is removed for examination it must be reinstalled in the same cylinder Cylinders 1 2 43 4 have a EG suffix Cylinders 5 6 7 8 have a E suffix If a spark plug needs to be replaced use only spark plugs with the I service number suffix letter FE as shown on the engine decal 288 ...

Page 292: ...rating Lubricant N A Transaxle Automatic XT 2 QDX Motorcraft MERCON Auto Trans Fluid MERCON Constant Velocity Joints Outboard and Inboard E43Z 19590 A CV Joint Grease High Temp ESP MIC207 A Engine Coolant E2FZ 19549 AA Ford Premium Cooling System Fluid ESE M97B44 A Power Steering Pump Reservoir XT 2 QDX Motorcraft Auto Trans Power Steering MERCON ATF MERCON ATF Engine Oil XO 5W30 QSP Motorcraft 5W...

Page 293: ...lace Protect from sunlight if possible If vehicles are stored outside they require regular maintenance to protect against rust and damage 290 Body Wash vehicle thoroughly to remove dirt grease oil tar or mud from exterior surfaces rear wheel housing and underside of front fenders Periodically wash vehicles stored in exposed locations Touch up raw or primed metal to prevent rust Cover chrome and st...

Page 294: ...eteriorate due to oxidation This can damage rubber and other polymers in the fuel system and may also clog small orifices Ford Gas Stabilizer should be added whenever actual or expected storage periods exceed 60 days Follow the instructions on the label The vehicle should then be operated at idle speed to circulate the additive throughout the fuel system A volatile corrosion inhibitor added to the...

Page 295: ...for quick starting NOTE If battery cables are disconnected it will be necessary to reset any memory features eg radio presets Brakes Make sure brakes and parking brake are fully released 292 Tires Maintain recommended air pressures Miscellaneous Make sure all linkages cables levers and clevis pins under vehicle are covered with grease to prevent rust Move vehicles at least 25 feet 8 m every 15 day...

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Page 297: ...seat installation precautions Fuel Pump Shut Off Safety Compliance Certification Label manufacturer GVWR GAWR Vehicle Identification Servicing or warranty Information Number Child Proof Lock Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Gross Axle Weight Rating 297 ...

Page 298: ...ne compartment Servicing Windshield wipers Headlamp bulbs and Daytime Running Lights Hood latch Turn signal bulbs Parking lamp bulbs Cornering lamp bulbs Moon roof Keyless entry Side view mirrors Tires 299 ...

Page 299: ...Trunk Taillamp bulbs Backup lamp bulbs Brakelamp bulbs Turn signal bulbs High mount brakelamp bulbs Fuel door Doors 300 ...

Page 300: ...Turn signals Windshield wiper Fuse panel Hood release Parking brake Gearshift Automatic transmission Seats Speed control Head restraints 301 ...

Page 301: ...Remote fuel door release Seat controls Remote trunk release Side mirror controls Memory profile buttons power locks window controls 302 ...

Page 302: ...ilt steering Driver side air bag Lights Traction Cluster Electronic sound system Tilt steering Rear window side mirror Driver side defroster air bag Message center buttons Clock Climate control system Passenger side air bag 303 ...

Page 303: ... light Fuel gauge ANTI THEFT active light Service engine soon warning light Engine coolant temperature gauge Safety belt light Turn signal indicator lights High beam light Air bag readiness light Speedometer Tachometer Anti theft active light Anti lock brake warning indicator Message center Odometer 304 ...

Page 304: ...Fuel pump shutoff switch Air suspension shutoff switch Spare tire Cargo storage system Fuel door manual release 305 ...

Page 305: ...voir Power steering fluid reservoir Windshield washer fluid reservoir Automatic transaxlefluid dipstick Brake master cylinder Engine oil filler cap Hood safety release Engine oil dipstick High current fuse box Battery 306 ...

Page 306: ...45 description 186 Air bag supplemental restraint system Alarm activating remote personal 106 description 17 Alcohol in fuel 241 disposal 25 Antenna radio indicator light 59 see Electronic sound system 165 operation 20 Antifreeze see Engine coolant 247 proper seating 19 Anti lock brake system ABS tone generator 24 description 187 wearing safety belts 18 noise 187 Air cleaner filter warning light 5...

Page 307: ...ce see Customer assistance 213 disconnecting 253 Audio system how to service 252 see Electronic sound system 159 jumping a disabled battery 199 Automatic transaxle maintenance free 252 fluid adding 262 proper disposal recycling 253 fluid checking 261 replacement specifications 288 fluid refill capacities 287 when storing your vehicle 292 fluid specification 289 Brake fluid brake warning light 52 c...

Page 308: ...acities for refilling fluids 287 Carbon monoxide in exhaust 49 Car seats for children see Child safety seats 27 Catalytic converter 284 CD player see Electronic sound system 169 Chains tires 260 Changing a tire 204 Charging system warning light 55 Childproof locks 99 Child safety restraints 25 child safety belts 38 child safety seats 27 Child safety seats attaching with tether straps 38 tether anc...

Page 309: ...ifications 289 upholstery and interior trim 118 temperature gauge 66 washing 7 Cooling fan 233 wheels 260 D Climate control system Dashboard see Instrument panel 69 air conditioning 71 Daytime running light system 81 electronic automatic temperature Defrost windshield 78 control 71 Dipstick heating 71 engine oil 246 Clock 87 power steering fluid 264 Cold engine starting 44 Dispute Settlement Board...

Page 310: ...vice points 237 operating when the engine is off 41 starting 44 Electronic sound system starting after a collision 47 accessory delay 165 storing your vehicle 291 antenna 165 Engine block heater 46 radio reception 176 Engine coolant tuning the radio 161 checking and adding 247 warranty and service information 178 disposal 232 250 262 Emergencies roadside drain and flush 251 battery acid spills 199...

Page 311: ...3 disposal 232 250 262 Fuel engine oil pressure warning light 54 calculating fuel economy 243 filter specifications 288 capacity 287 refill capacities 28 choosing the right fuel 240 specifications 289 comparisons with EPA fuel economy synthetic oil 245 estimates 243 viscosity 245 filling your vehicle with fuel 238 Exhaust fumes 49 filter specifications 288 Extended Service Plan Ford 6 fuel gauge 6...

Page 312: ...ift engine compartment 272 column mounted 181 instrument panel 267 positions 179 Fuses shift lock 180 charts 269 GVVVR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating checking and replacing 275 calculating 193 G definition 192 Gas cap see Fuel cap 238 location 192 Gas mileage see Fuel economy 243 H Gasohol 241 Hazard flashers 92 Gasoline see Fuel 238 Headlamps Gauges Mechanical aiming 277 280 engine coolant temperatu...

Page 313: ... Safety seats 27 Heated mirrors 127 Instrument panel location of components 70 Heating Interval wipers 91 electronic automatic temperature control system 71 J High beams indicator light 58 Jack operation 207 Hood Jump starting your vehicle latch location 234 235 attaching cables 201 lubrication specifications 289 disconnecting cables 203 release lever 234 K working under the hood 233 Keyless entry...

Page 314: ... GAWR 192 GVVVR 192 daytime running light system 81 trailer towing 194 flashing the lamps 90 Lubricant specifications 289 hazard flashers 92 Luggage compartment 135 headlamps 82 Lug nuts anti theft 209 high beams 90 replacing bulbs 277 M trailer 197 Maintenance see Servicing 231 Lane change indicator see Turn signal 89 Map pockets 134 Lights warning and indicator Methanol in fuel 241 air bag 59 Mi...

Page 315: ...ts see Motorcraft Parts 288 Administration 218 Phone cellular 88 Power features 0 moon roof 113 Odometer description 65 seats 115 Oil filter 289 windows 111 Oil see Engine oil 244 Power steering Oil viscosity 245 driving with power steering 185 On board diagnostic OBD II system 286 fluid checking and adding 264 Overdrive 183 fluid refill capacity 287 fluid specifications 289 Pressure alert system ...

Page 316: ... infant 25 Roadside emergencies 199 Rotating the tires 256 S Safe driving tips 190 Safety belts see Safety restraints 9 Safety chains when towing a trailer 196 Safety Compliance Certification Label 192 Safety defects reporting 218 Safety information relating to automotive fuels 241 Safety restraints adjusting the safety belts 12 16 cleaning the safety belts 17 extension assembly 16 for children 25...

Page 317: ...tting 97 Shift lock system 180 resuming a set speed 98 Shift positions see Gearshift 181 turning off 98 Shoulder and lap belts when towing a trailer 198 see Safety restraints 11 Speedometer 66 Side mirrors Starting your vehicle adjusting 126 preparing to start your vehicle 43 heated 127 starting a cold engine 44 Sliding moon roof see Moon roof 113 starting after a collision 47 Snow tires and chain...

Page 318: ...ecking the pressure 255 256 cleaning 260 replacing 257 rotating 256 snow tires and chains 260 storing your vehicle 292 tire grades 258 treadwear 257 259 wear bands 257 Towing a trailer see Trailer towing 194 Towing your vehicle 211 Trailer towing calculating maximum trailer weight 194 safety chains 196 tips 198 trailer brakes 197 trailer lamps 197 Transaxle fluid checking and adding automatic 261 ...

Page 319: ...on Booklet 5 Washer fluid V reservoir 254 Variable interval wipers91 windshield 254 VECI Vehicle Emission Control Weight limits GAWR GVVVR 192 Information decal 286 Wheels Vehicle loading anti theft lugnuts 209 automatic transaxles 193 cleaning 260 calculating the load 193 inspection and maintenance 255 Vehicle storage 290 Windows 111 Ventilating your vehicle power windows operating 111 see Climat...

Page 320: ...Windshield washer fluid and wipers checking and adding fluid 254 checking and replacing wiper blades 255 operation 90 reservoir 254 321 ...

Page 321: ...cal on the front face of the passenger s door jamb Hood Release Pull handle under left side of dash Engine Oil Use only engine oil displaying the American Petroleum Institute Certification Mark 5W30 preferred Engine Oil Capacity 6 0 quarts 5 7 Liters Automatic Transmission Motorcraft MERCON ATF Transaxle Capacity 13 7 quarts 13 0 Liters Power Steering Fluid Use only power steering fluid that meets...

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