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Index

Power door locks . . . . . . . . . . . .

126

Power features

door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

126

lumbar support . . . . . . . . . . . .

149

mirrors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

153

moon roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

143

seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

148

windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

141

Power steering

dipstick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

301

driving with power steering . . . . . .

202

fluid, checking and adding . . . . . . .

301

fluid, refill capacity . . . . . . . . . .

329

fluid, specifications . . . . . . . . . .

331

servicing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

202

Radio (see Electronic sound systems) . . .

172

Rear window

defroster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

104

washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

105

washer reservoir . . . . . . . . . . .

284

Refill capacities for fluids . . . . . . . .

329

Relays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

304

Remote entry system

arming and disarming the

anti-theft system . . . . . . . . . .

135

locking/unlocking doors . . . . . . . .

134

panic alarm. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

135

replacement/additional transmitters. . .

137

replacing the batteries . . . . . . . . .

136

Restraints, safety (see Safety restraints)

adult. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

child . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

145

infant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Roadside assistance . . . . . . . . . . .

235

Roadside emergencies . . . . . . . . . .

217

Roof rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

163

Rotating the tires . . . . . . . . . . . .

291

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Summary of Contents for 1996 Sable

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Page 3: ...Gauges 73 Instrument Panel Controls 91 Steering Column Controls 115 Features 125 Electronic Sound Systems 169 Driving Your Sable 191 Roadside Emergencies 217 Customer Assistance 235 Reporting Safety Defects 243 Accessories 247 Servicing Your Sable 255 Quick Index 335 Index 347 Service Station Information 364 ...

Page 4: ...g Principles Quality comes first For your satisfaction the quality of our products and services must be our number one priority You are the focus of everything we do Our work 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 an...

Page 5: ...icle This guide has information about the equipment and the options for your new vehicle You may not have bought all of the options available to you If you do not know which information applies to your vehicle talk to your dealer This guide describes equipment and gives specifications for equipment that was in effect when this guide was approved for printing Ford may discontinue models or change s...

Page 6: ...ere detailed information can be found To use the Index turn to the back of the book and search in the alphabetical listing for the word that best describes the information you need If the word you chose is not listed think of other related words and look them up We have designed the Index so that you can find information under a technical term Canadian Owners French Version French Owner Guides can...

Page 7: ...ur vehicle is covered by three types of warranties Basic Vehicle Warranty Extended Warranties on certain parts and Emissions Warranties Read your Warranty Information Booklet carefully to find out about your vehicle s warranties and your basic rights and responsibilities If you lose your Warranty Information Booklet you can get a new one free of charge Contact any Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer or...

Page 8: ... purchased a Canadian 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 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 ...

Page 9: ...bel tells you the degree of hazard and is used in the following ways DANGER Used to indicate the presence of a hazard which will cause severe personal injury or death if the warning is ignored WARNING Used to indicate the presence of a hazard which can cause severe personal injury or death if the warning is ignored CAUTION Used to indicate the presence of a hazard which will or can cause minor per...

Page 10: ...reason Ford has authorized its dealers to repair at no charge to the owner the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by environmental fallout within 12 months or 12 000 miles 20 000 km of purchase whichever comes first Customers may be required to bring their vehicle in for inspection by a Ford representative Washing and Polishing Your Vehicle Wash the outside of your vehicle including the underside wi...

Page 11: ...cle 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 12: ... lap belt is snug and low on the hips the shoulder belt is snug against the chest 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...

Page 13: ...ts are not used properly the risk of you or your passengers being injured in a collision greatly increases RWARNING Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm Never swing it around the neck over the inside shoulder Never use a single belt for more than one person or across more than one seating position Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made up of o...

Page 14: ... under the safety belt and be seriously injured in a collision RWARNING Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision Lock the doors of your vehicle before driving to lessen the risk of the door coming open in a collision Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts While your vehicle is in motion the combin...

Page 15: ...chest Be sure the belt is not twisted If it is remove the twist Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle until you hear a snap and feel it latch Make sure the tongue is securely fastened to the buckle by pulling on tongue Fastening the front seat combination lap and shoulder belt NOTE Be sure to read and understand Important Safety Belt Information at the beginning of this chapter I Unfasteni...

Page 16: ...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 mode In this operating mode the shoulder belt retractor will be automatic...

Page 17: ...n the automatic locking mode child restraint mode 3 A clicking sound will continue to be heard as the belt is allowed to retract This indicates that the retractor is in the automatic locking mode 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 under Saf...

Page 18: ...elt height adjuster so that the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder Be sure the shoulder belt is properly positioned on your shoulder each time you use the belt If the shoulder belt is off your shoulder on your upper arm or neck there is a greater risk of severe injury in a collision Safety Belts for Rear Facing Occupants Wagon RWARNING If you have a wagon never use child safety seats in...

Page 19: ...elt pull some webbing out of the shoulder belt retractor While holding the webbing below the tongue grasp the tip metal portion of the tongue so that it is parallel to the webbing and slide the tongue upward Provide enough lap belt length so that the tongue can reach the buckle NOTE If you grasp the tongue by the tongue cover to lengthen the belt the tongue cover will grab the webbing making it di...

Page 20: ...lt on the outside shoulder only Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm Never swing it around your neck over the inside shoulder Never use a single belt for more than one person Failure to follow these precautions could increase the risk and or severity of injury in a collision Due to folding rear seats sometimes the buckles and tongues toward the center of the vehicle may be hidden by the rear...

Page 21: ...cing third seat wagon Center Occupant Rear Safety Belt Sedan The safety belt in the center rear seating position has a detachable shoulder belt To attach the shoulder belt to the lap belt pull the shoulder belt out from the retractor in the seatback and insert the lap belt connecting pin into the wide end of the key slot on the shoulder belt as shown in Figure 1 Pull the connecting pin into the na...

Page 22: ...The reverse side of the lap belt and the detachable shoulder belt 5 ...

Page 23: ...at it does not strike you or the vehicle Lap Belts The lap belts in the center front seating position if equipped and center rear seat wagon do not adjust automatically You must adjust them to fit snugly and as low as possible around your hips Do not wear the lap belt around your waist The front center seat belt buckle and tongue are stowed in a pocket between the seat cushion and seatback Remove ...

Page 24: ...he lap belt is as low around your hips as possible Do not wear the lap belt around your waist If you do not use the lap belts properly the risk of being injured in a collision greatly increases Safety Belt Extension Assembly For some people the safety belt may be too short even when it is fully extended You can add about eight inches 20 cm to the belt length with a safety belt extension assembly p...

Page 25: ...e the fit of the shoulder belt across the torso Failure to follow these instructions will affect the performance of the safety belts and increase the risk of personal injury Safety Belt Maintenance Check the safety belt systems periodically to make sure that they work properly and are not damaged All safety belt assemblies including retractors buckles front seat belt buckle support assemblies slid...

Page 26: ...for cleaning upholstery or carpets Do not bleach or dye the belt webbing because this may weaken it Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System SRS The driver and right front passenger air bags are Supplemental Restraint Systems SRS provided at these seating positions in addition to the lap shoulder belt and are designed to supplement the protection provided to properly belted occupants in moderate to s...

Page 27: ...s reduce the risk of harm in rollover side or rear impact collisions because an air bag is not designed to inflate in such situations reduce the risk of harm in frontal collisions that are not severe enough to activate the supplemental air bag reduce the risk of being thrown from your vehicle The Importance of Being Properly Seated In a collision the air bag must inflate extremely fast to help pro...

Page 28: ...fant seats the infant s head is closer to the air bag 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 REAR FACING INFANT CARRIERS MUST ALWAYS BE SECURED IN THE REAR SEAT and other child safety seats and infant seats should be secured in the rear seat whenever possib...

Page 29: ... backs against the seatback and use the safety belts 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 REAR FACING INFANT SEATS SHOULD NEVER BE USED IN THE FRONT SEAT BECAUSE THE FORCE OF THE RAPIDLY INFLATING PASSENGER AIR BAG COULD PUSH THE TOP OF THE REAR FACIN...

Page 30: ...he risk of personal injury in the event of a collision For further information about the proper mounting of equipment in 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...

Page 31: ...cts the components The driver air bag is in the center of the steering wheel The front passenger seat air bag is located in the center of the instrument panel ledge above the glove compartment Both air bags are designed to stay out of sight until they are activated The location of air bags and warning labels If a collision occurs the sensors sense the severity of the impact and activate the air ba...

Page 32: ...hen the sensors activate the system the air bags inflate rapidly filling with non toxic gas mixture in a fraction of a second Immediately after inflation the air bags deflate by releasing the gas mixture through vent holes The whole process takes place in a matter of seconds RWARNING Several air bag system components get hot after inflation Do not try to touch them after inflation Inflated driver ...

Page 33: ...ed THE AIR BAG WILL NOT FUNCTION AGAIN AND MUST BE REPLACED IMMEDIATELY If the air bag is not replaced the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision To ensure that the air bag system will operate as intended in a crash the system is equipped with a diagnostic module The diagnostic module monitors its own circuits the air bag electrical 5 ...

Page 34: ...er ignition is turned on or a group of five beeps will be heard The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the problem and light are repaired If any of these things happen have the air bag system serviced at your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer immediately Unless serviced the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System may not function properly in the event of a collision RWARNING Do not attempt to ...

Page 35: ...n safety seats that are made specially for children Safety belts alone do not provide maximum protection for these children Check your local and state laws for specific requirements RWARNING Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision Make sure children sit where they can be properly restrained I...

Page 36: ...vided by the manufacturer concerning its installation and use Failure to follow each of the restraint manufacturer s instructions could increase the risk or severity of an injury in the event of a collision or sudden stop Safety belts and seats can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather they could burn a small child Check seat covers and buckles before you place a child a...

Page 37: ...ild 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 RWARNING Your vehicle is equipped with a right front passenger air bag REAR FACING INFANT SEATS SHOULD NEVER BE USED IN THE FRONT SEAT BECAUSE THE FORCE OF THE RAPIDLY INFLATING PASSENGER AIR BAG COULD PUSH THE TOP OF THE REAR FACING SEAT AGAINST THE V...

Page 38: ...in the vehicle RWARNING Carefully follow all of the manufacturer s instructions that come with the safety seat that you put in your vehicle Make sure that the shoulder belt if provided at the seating position where the safety seat is being used does not cross or rest in front of the child s face or neck If you do not install and use the safety seat properly the child may be injured in a sudden sto...

Page 39: ...child seat and the release button as shown in the following illustration Failure to follow these instructions could result in accidental unbuckling of the safety belt if the child safety seat hits the release button Release of the safety belt could result in serious injuries Safety belt buckle placement for child seats 5 ...

Page 40: ...ger seat and rear outer seats The automatic locking mode must be used when installing a child seat or infant carrier in the front passenger seat or rear outer seats RWARNING Never install a rear facing child seat or infant carrier in the right front passenger seat If you choose to install a child safety seat in the front seating position move vehicle seat as far back as possible 1 Position the chi...

Page 41: ...2 Pull down on shoulder belt then grasp shoulder belt and lap belt together Figure 1 5 ...

Page 42: ...oulder 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 Routing the lap shoulder belt 5 ...

Page 43: ...Buckling the belt 5 ...

Page 44: ...of the belt and pull 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 seat restraint mode Figure 4 Setting the retractor to automatic locking mode 5 ...

Page 45: ...he shoulder webbing A clicking sound will be heard as the belt retracts This indicates the retractor is in the automatic locking mode Push down on the child seat while you pull up on the belt to remove any slack in the belt Figures 5 and 6 5 ...

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Page 47: ...6 Before placing the child in the child seat forcibly tilt the seat from side to side and tug it forward to make sure that the seat is securely held in place Figure 7 Checking that the seat is secure 5 ...

Page 48: ...hecking the retractor 8 Check to make sure that the child seat is properly secured prior to each use If the retractor is not locked repeat steps 4 through 7 NOTE To remove the retractor from automatic lock mode allow seat belt to retract fully to its stowed position and the retractor will automatically switch back to the vehicle sensitive locking mode for normal adult usage 5 ...

Page 49: ...de a tether strap that goes over the back of the vehicle seat and attaches to an anchoring point Other manufacturers offer the tether strap as an accessory Contact the manufacturer of your child safety seat for information about ordering a tether strap Front Seats To install a tether from a child safety seat in the front seat 1 Buckle the lap shoulder belt in the seat directly behind the front pas...

Page 50: ...that seat position Tether anchorage hardware Attachment holes at each rear outboard seating position have been provided in your vehicle to attach anchor hardware if required Kits can be obtained at no charge from any Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer Be sure to follow the child safety seat manufacturer s instructions RWARNING Tighten the anchor according to specifications Otherwise the safety seat ma...

Page 51: ...the second row seating positions C Finding the tether anchors in the wagon 1 Behind the second seat find the plastic snap on covers for the floor anchors 2 Use a screwdriver or coin to snap the covers off the anchor in a rearward and upward direction Remove the covers completely 5 ...

Page 52: ...ow the specific manufacturer s instructions for weight and height restrictions Children must be properly buckled before riding in the vehicle It is the law in every state and province This child seat conforms to all Federal Canadian motor vehicle safety standards Built in child seat belt retractors The belts on the built in child seat are equipped with a retractor that locks when both belt tongues...

Page 53: ...the instructions on the use of this child restraint system can result in your child striking the vehicle s interior during a sudden stop or crash How to use the Built In Child Seat Read the following procedures and all of the labels on the Built In Child Seat before using the seat RWARNING Never use the Built In Child Seat as a booster cushion with the adult safety belts A child using the adult be...

Page 54: ...ild seat at the top of the seatback and pull the top forward to release the latch See Figure 2 NOTE The child seat cannot be opened unless the seatback is latched in the upright position B Figure 2 Releasing the latch 3 Continue to unfold the child seat until it rests on the seat as shown in Figure 3 5 ...

Page 55: ...he child s size weight and age to be sure the child is not too small or too large for the child seat A Figure 4 Child seat information and warnings 5 If connected squeeze the top and the bottom of the right half of the chest clip and pull to separate both halves 6 Place the child on the child seat and position the shoulder belts over each shoulder Refer 5 ...

Page 56: ...chest clip are securely buckled the color green appears 7 Insert either the left or right safety belt tongue into the single opening of the crotch safety belt buckle as shown in Figure 6 It does not matter which tongue is inserted first Then insert the other tongue Allow belts to retract and fit snugly NOTE The indicator window on each tongue must appear green when buckled NOTE If a belt locks dur...

Page 57: ...457 B Figure 6 Fastening the crotch safety belt buckle 5 ...

Page 58: ...est The color green must appear in the indicator window when fastened The purpose of this clip is to position the shoulder belts correctly on the child s shoulders The clip can be easily pulled apart and is designed to pull apart during a collision The clip helps keep the belts on the shoulders of a sleeping or squirming child Refer to Figure 7 5 ...

Page 59: ...458 B Figure 7 Securing the chest clip 5 ...

Page 60: ...e too tight unbuckle the crotch safety belt buckle allow belts to retract then reinsert both belt tongues To remove the child from the built in child seat 1 Squeeze the tabs on the top and bottom of the chest clip and pull the halves apart to open the chest clip Refer back to Figure 7 2 Press the release button on the crotch safety belt buckle 3 Slide the shoulder belts off the child s shoulders a...

Page 61: ...n child restraints including seats buckles retractors seat latches interlocks and attaching hardware should be inspected by a qualified Dealer technician after any collision If the child seat was in use during a collision Ford recommends replacing it However if the collision was minor and a qualified technician finds that the child restraints do not show damage and continue to operate properly the...

Page 62: ... safety belts See instructions with your child seat or contact its manufacturer to determine maximum size of child that will safely fit in the seat RWARNING If safety belts are not properly worn and adjusted as described the risk of serious injury to the child in a collision will be much greater RWARNING If the shoulder belt portion of one of the lap and shoulder belts can be positioned so that it...

Page 63: ...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 You may wish to discuss the specific needs of your child with your pediatrician RWARNING Do not use a belt positioning booster with a lap only belt RWARNING Lap belts and the lap belt portion of lap...

Page 64: ...ws some of your vehicle s electrical accessories such as the radio and the windshield wipers to operate while the engine is not running LOCK locks the steering wheel It also locks the gearshift for all vehicles with an automatic transaxle The automatic transaxle gearshift must be in P Park to move the key to the LOCK position 5 ...

Page 65: ...The key returns to the ON position once the engine is started and remains in this position while the engine runs START cranks the engine Release the key once the 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 Removing the Key From the Ignition Procedures for removing the key from...

Page 66: ...e these precautions your vehicle may move suddenly and injure someone Do not leave children unreliable adults or pets alone in your vehicle They could accidentally injure themselves or others through inadvertent operation of the vehicle Further on hot sunny days temperatures in a closed vehicle could quickly become high enough to cause severe and possibly fatal injuries to people as well as animal...

Page 67: ...See Safety Restraints in the Index for more details 2 Make sure your headlamps and other accessories are turned off and the parking brake is set 3 Make sure that the gearshift is in P Park before you turn the key Before you start your vehicle you should test the warning lights on the instrument panel to make sure that they work Refer to the Warning Lights and Gauges chapter Starting Your Engine To...

Page 68: ...onds on the first try turn the key to OFF wait approximately ten 10 seconds so you do not flood the engine then try again For a warm engine Do not hold the key in the START position for more than five 5 seconds at a time If the engine does not start within five 5 seconds on the first try turn the key to the OFF position Wait a few seconds after the starter stops then try again Whenever you start y...

Page 69: ...gine starts 5 Release the accelerator gradually as the engine speeds up Then drive away in the normal manner If the engine still does not start the fuel pump shut off switch may have been triggered For directions on how to reset the switch see Fuel Pump Shut Off Switch later in this chapter A computer system controls the engine s idle speed When you start your vehicle the engine s idle speed norma...

Page 70: ...dry ground areas The high heat generated by engine and emissions components could start a ground fire If you consistently start your vehicle in subzero temperatures use an engine block heater if your vehicle has this option Engine Block Heater If equipped Standard in Canada Engine block heaters are strongly recommended if you live in a region where temperatures reach 10 F 23 C or below An engine b...

Page 71: ...ne Cranks but Does Not Start or 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 triggered you must reset the s...

Page 72: ...The right side of the trunk in the sedan E Inside the right side service panel in the wagon 5 ...

Page 73: ...ou do not see or smell fuel push the red reset button on the fuel pump shut off switch down 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 you do not see or smell fuel you can try to start your vehicle again 6 Check all vehicle warning lights b...

Page 74: ...may build up These fumes are harmful and could kill you RWARNING If you ever smell exhaust fumes of any kind inside your vehicle have your dealer inspect and fix your vehicle immediately Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes These fumes are harmful and could kill you Have the exhaust and body ventilation systems checked whenever your vehicle is raised for service the sound of the exhaust system ...

Page 75: ...you use the heater set the fan speed on either medium or HI with the select knob on either R floor or VENT If you use the air conditioner set the fan speed on either medium or HI with the select knob on A C Do not use MAX A C If you use the automatic temperature control set the fan speed on medium or high and press the S panel and floor or R floor manual override button Do not use AUTO or MAX A C ...

Page 76: ...rument panel Clean the instrument panel lens and woodtone trim with a soft cloth and a glass cleaner Do not use paper towel or any abrasive cleaner to clean either the lens or the woodtone trim as these may cause scratches 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 ...

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Page 78: ...System If you are not sure which system your vehicle has see the diagrams on the following pages Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System E The knobs that control the manual heating and air conditioning system Fan speed knob The fan speed knob controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle There are four fan speeds LO medium low first dot medium high second dot and HI 5 ...

Page 79: ... that MAX A C but not as economical The airflow will be from the instrument panel registers VENT VENT brings in outside air through the instrument panel registers It can be used for heating or ventilating OFF In OFF outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate S Panel and floor This brings in outside air through the instrument panel registers and the front and rear floor ducts It can be us...

Page 80: ...l knob may be adjusted from cool blue range to warm red range Electronic Automatic Temperature Control System The control for your Electronic Automatic Temperature Control EATC is located at the center of the instrument panel in the Integrated Control Panel and will operate only when the ignition is turned on to the ON position The EATC feature will maintain the temperature you select and automati...

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Page 82: ... a or b side of the TEMP button The EATC will display the selected temperature To change the temperature display from Farenheit to Celsius depress the MAX A C and V F DEF at the same time and hold them down for about a second To change back to the original setting repeat the process If the battery is disconnected the display will revert to Fahrenheit and must be reset to Celsius If you want contin...

Page 83: ...w with all possible displays and their positions are shown here Normally not all are shown at the same time but are included here to familiarize you with the names and symbols Automatic operation Press the AUTO button and select the desired temperature The selected temperature and AUTO will be shown in the Display window The EATC will automatically heat or cool to achieve the set temperature Under...

Page 84: ...r discharge locations The fan speed button allows you to adjust the fan speed to suit your needs Temperature selection The TEMP button at the upper left of the Control is for temperature selection The a side of the TEMP button will increase the set temperature and the b side of the TEMP button will lower the set temperature Pressing the button and releasing it will change the set temperature one d...

Page 85: ... the word FAN H and a series of dots along with the selected temperature and operating function The fan display You can override the fan speed at any time If you use the button to control the fan speed the EATC will continue to control the temperature but you control the fan speed To return to auto fan control press the AUTO button If you are operating in one of the override functions S MAX A C et...

Page 86: ...m inside the vehicle Using inside air causes the fan to sound louder which is normal for this selection The display window will change to indicate MAX A C and the airflow will be from the instrument panel registers To exit push AUTO or any of the other five manual override buttons VENT button Press this button to select outside air through the instrument panel registers The display window will sho...

Page 87: ...ain select R floor for airflow to the floor P Floor and defrost Press this button to get air to the floor and windshield defrosters at the same time The display will show the set temperature and P If the outside temperature is about 50 F 10 C and above the air will be dehumidified to remove moisture This will help to prevent fogging in humid weather V F DEF Front defrost Press the V F DEF front de...

Page 88: ...ned when the vehicle 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 Service If your EATC is not operating as described here 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 Operating tips The following ti...

Page 89: ... indicate that the MicronAirH filter if equipped needs to be replaced MicronAirH Air Filter If equipped Your vehicle may have an air filter that removes pollen and road dust from outside air before it is directed to the interior of the vehicle For maintenance of this filter see Servicing Your Sable Rear Window Defroster and Heated Side View Mirrors The defroster for the rear window clears frost fo...

Page 90: ...sharp instruments or window cleaners with abrasives to clean the inside of your rear window If you do you may damage the heating elements that are bonded to the inside of the rear window and cause damage to the rear window defroster Liftgate Window Wiper and Washer If equipped The liftgate window wiper and washer switches To turn on the liftgate window wiper press the b switch To turn the liftgate...

Page 91: ...l lamps use the knob that is to the left of the steering wheel C The knob for the headlamps parking lamps and tail lamps To turn on the parking lamps side markers and tail lamps turn the knob to P or the first position To turn on the headlamps parking lamps side markers and tail lamps turn the knob to the second position B 5 ...

Page 92: ...light output and without illuminating the high beam indicator lamp in the instrument panel The DRL system operates when all of the following conditions are met The vehicle is running The vehicle has a fully released parking brake The headlamp system is in the OFF position NOTE If you have a vehicle with an automatic lighting system the DRL system is active until the automatic system turns on the h...

Page 93: ...leaning the Exterior Lamps Do not use dry paper towel chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners to clean the lamps as these may cause scratches or crack the lamps Setting the Autolamp Delay System If equipped The autolamp sets the headlamps to turn on and off automatically You can use the autolamp to turn on the lamps automatically at night turn off the lamps automatically during daylight keep the la...

Page 94: ...the steering wheel on the instrument panel 4 Turn the autolamp thumbwheel past the stop to the beginning of the MAX position The indicator light will come on 5 The autolamp automatically turns the lamps on and off for you Do not put any articles on top of the photocell that is located in the top right corner of the instrument panel This photocell controls the autolamp If you cover it the photocell...

Page 95: ... leave your vehicle Similarly if you move the thumbwheel only slightly into the DELAY area your lamps will stay on only for a moment after you turn your vehicle off Lighting Up the Interior and Instrument Panel With the light knob in the parking lamps or the headlamps position you can brighten or dim the lights in the instrument panel To do this use the thumbwheel to the left of the steering wheel...

Page 96: ...roof the dome lamp is located behind the moon roof In the wagon the rear dome lamp is located overhead near the rear seating positions A The dome map lamp Turn the map lamps on and off with the switches on the lamp The dome lamp illuminates when any door is opened If either the driver s or passenger s front door is opened using the outside door handle the light will remain on for 25 seconds after ...

Page 97: ...en the switch is positioned to the door middle position the dome lamp will come on when either of the front doors or the liftgate wagon is opened The rear dome lamp also illuminates when the liftgate is opened and goes off when it is closed A The map lamps on the moon roof console Turn each map lamp on the moon roof console on and off with the switch near that lamp 5 ...

Page 98: ...f battery voltage to the interior lights after 40 minutes This will prevent draining of the battery if those lights have been left on inadvertently or if a door is not completely closed Battery voltage to these 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 ign...

Page 99: ...ital 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 5 ...

Page 100: ...dard cluster Optional cluster If you are not sure which cluster your vehicle has check the diagrams on the following pages The Standard Cluster The following warning lights and gauges are on the standard cluster All of the warning lights and gauges alert you to possible problems with your vehicle Some of the lights listed are optional The following sections detail what each of these indicators mea...

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Page 102: ... while the light is on or the chime is sounding both the light and the chime will turn off If the driver s safety belt is buckled before the key is turned to the ON position the light will turn on for a short period but the chime will not activate Safety belt warning light Brake System Warning Light The warning light for the brakes can show two things that the parking brake is not fully released o...

Page 103: ...e fully released the parking brake have the hydraulic brake system serviced by your dealer or a qualified service technician RWARNING The BRAKE light indicates that the brakes may not be working properly Have the brakes checked immediately Brake failure may result in serious personal injury or vehicle damage Charging System Light This light shown as a battery symbol on your cluster indicates that ...

Page 104: ...ssible Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light This light indicates the engine s oil pressure not the oil level However if the engine s oil level is low it could affect the oil pressure The light should come on every time the ignition key is turned to the ON or START position and should turn off after the engine is running Engine oil pressure warning light If the light stays on or turns on when the engi...

Page 105: ... could be injured To ensure an accurate reading your vehicle should be on level ground 4 If the level is low add only as much oil as necessary to bring it to the full level before you start the engine again Do not overfill Do not operate the engine if the light is on regardless of the oil level Contact your nearest dealer for further service actions High Beam Light This light comes on when the hea...

Page 106: ...g lamps or headlamps are on The chime sounds until you close the door turn off the lamps or turn the ignition to the ON position A 3 second chime sounds after a 20 second delay if the ignition has been turned to the OFF position the parking lamps or headlamps are on and no door has been opened Air Bag Readiness Light RWARNING A problem with the system is indicated by one or more of the following t...

Page 107: ...f the powertrain The OBD II system is designed to check the function of the vehicle s powertrain control system during normal operation If an emission problem is detected the Service Engine Soon light in the cluster is turned on Modification or additions to the vehicle may cause incorrect operation of the OBD II system Additions such as burglar alarms cellular phones and CB radios must be carefull...

Page 108: ...eans that the engine is misfiring If this condition persists damage could occur to the engine or catalytic converter Avoid heavy acceleration and have your vehicle serviced at the first opportunity You do not need to have your vehicle towed in If the light turns on and off on rare occasions while you are driving it means that a malfunction occurred and the condition corrected itself An example of ...

Page 109: ...is not properly installed If the Service Engine Soon light comes on and you suspect that the fuel cap is not properly installed pull off the road as soon as it is safely possible and turn off the engine Remove and replace the fuel 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 shoul...

Page 110: ...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 light also remains on for longer than six 6 seconds You should have your vehicle serviced immediately by your dealer or...

Page 111: ...r may drift from the ignition ON indication Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant not the coolant level If the coolant is not at its proper level or mixture the gauge indication will not be accurate 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...

Page 112: ...oon as safely possible 2 Turn off the engine 3 Let the engine cool 4 Check the coolant level following the instructions on checking and adding coolant to your engine see Engine Coolant in the Index If you do not follow these instructions you or others could be injured If the coolant continues to overheat have the cooling system serviced Speedometer The speedometer tells you how many miles kilomete...

Page 113: ...mate engine revolutions per minute how fast the engine is running You may damage the engine if you drive with the indicator in the red zone The Optional Cluster The optional cluster has indicator lights that are not on the standard cluster For details about these lights read the information below To learn about the standard warning lights and gauges that come on all clusters see The Standard Clust...

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Page 115: ...ition but should turn off when the engine starts If the coolant is low the light will come on and a single chime will sound If this light stays on check the level of coolant inside the recovery bottle For instructions on adding coolant mixture see Engine coolant in the Index Low Washer Fluid Light If equipped This light comes on if the reservoir is less than a quarter full when you turn on the win...

Page 116: ...r brakelamp is not functioning It comes on momentarily when the ignition is turned to the START position then goes out This light will come on to show a rear tail lamp burnout when the light switch is turned to the parking lamp or headlamp position This light will come on to show a brakelamp burnout only when the brake pedal is pressed The light will stay on until the ignition is turned to the OFF...

Page 117: ... D OFF switch located below the gearshift release button on the floor gearshift or located on the end of the column gearshift will return the vehicle to overdrive on mode The transaxle will be in the overdrive on mode when the vehicle is started even if the O D OFF mode was selected when the vehicle was last shut off If the light does not come on when the O D OFF switch is depressed or if the ligh...

Page 118: ...rument panel Clean the instrument panel lens and woodtone trim with a soft cloth and a glass cleaner Do not use paper towel or any abrasive cleaner to clean either the lens or the woodtone trim as these may cause scratches 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 ...

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Page 120: ...System If you are not sure which system your vehicle has see the diagrams on the following pages Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System E The knobs that control the manual heating and air conditioning system Fan speed knob The fan speed knob controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle There are four fan speeds LO medium low first dot medium high second dot and HI 5 ...

Page 121: ... that MAX A C but not as economical The airflow will be from the instrument panel registers VENT VENT brings in outside air through the instrument panel registers It can be used for heating or ventilating OFF In OFF outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate S Panel and floor This brings in outside air through the instrument panel registers and the front and rear floor ducts It can be us...

Page 122: ...l knob may be adjusted from cool blue range to warm red range Electronic Automatic Temperature Control System The control for your Electronic Automatic Temperature Control EATC is located at the center of the instrument panel in the Integrated Control Panel and will operate only when the ignition is turned on to the ON position The EATC feature will maintain the temperature you select and automati...

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Page 124: ... a or b side of the TEMP button The EATC will display the selected temperature To change the temperature display from Farenheit to Celsius depress the MAX A C and V F DEF at the same time and hold them down for about a second To change back to the original setting repeat the process If the battery is disconnected the display will revert to Fahrenheit and must be reset to Celsius If you want contin...

Page 125: ...w with all possible displays and their positions are shown here Normally not all are shown at the same time but are included here to familiarize you with the names and symbols Automatic operation Press the AUTO button and select the desired temperature The selected temperature and AUTO will be shown in the Display window The EATC will automatically heat or cool to achieve the set temperature Under...

Page 126: ...r discharge locations The fan speed button allows you to adjust the fan speed to suit your needs Temperature selection The TEMP button at the upper left of the Control is for temperature selection The a side of the TEMP button will increase the set temperature and the b side of the TEMP button will lower the set temperature Pressing the button and releasing it will change the set temperature one d...

Page 127: ... the word FAN H and a series of dots along with the selected temperature and operating function The fan display You can override the fan speed at any time If you use the button to control the fan speed the EATC will continue to control the temperature but you control the fan speed To return to auto fan control press the AUTO button If you are operating in one of the override functions S MAX A C et...

Page 128: ...m inside the vehicle Using inside air causes the fan to sound louder which is normal for this selection The display window will change to indicate MAX A C and the airflow will be from the instrument panel registers To exit push AUTO or any of the other five manual override buttons VENT button Press this button to select outside air through the instrument panel registers The display window will sho...

Page 129: ...ain select R floor for airflow to the floor P Floor and defrost Press this button to get air to the floor and windshield defrosters at the same time The display will show the set temperature and P If the outside temperature is about 50 F 10 C and above the air will be dehumidified to remove moisture This will help to prevent fogging in humid weather V F DEF Front defrost Press the V F DEF front de...

Page 130: ...ned when the vehicle 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 Service If your EATC is not operating as described here 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 Operating tips The following ti...

Page 131: ... indicate that the MicronAirH filter if equipped needs to be replaced MicronAirH Air Filter If equipped Your vehicle may have an air filter that removes pollen and road dust from outside air before it is directed to the interior of the vehicle For maintenance of this filter see Servicing Your Sable Rear Window Defroster and Heated Side View Mirrors The defroster for the rear window clears frost fo...

Page 132: ...sharp instruments or window cleaners with abrasives to clean the inside of your rear window If you do you may damage the heating elements that are bonded to the inside of the rear window and cause damage to the rear window defroster Liftgate Window Wiper and Washer If equipped The liftgate window wiper and washer switches To turn on the liftgate window wiper press the b switch To turn the liftgate...

Page 133: ...l lamps use the knob that is to the left of the steering wheel C The knob for the headlamps parking lamps and tail lamps To turn on the parking lamps side markers and tail lamps turn the knob to P or the first position To turn on the headlamps parking lamps side markers and tail lamps turn the knob to the second position B 5 ...

Page 134: ...light output and without illuminating the high beam indicator lamp in the instrument panel The DRL system operates when all of the following conditions are met The vehicle is running The vehicle has a fully released parking brake The headlamp system is in the OFF position NOTE If you have a vehicle with an automatic lighting system the DRL system is active until the automatic system turns on the h...

Page 135: ...leaning the Exterior Lamps Do not use dry paper towel chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners to clean the lamps as these may cause scratches or crack the lamps Setting the Autolamp Delay System If equipped The autolamp sets the headlamps to turn on and off automatically You can use the autolamp to turn on the lamps automatically at night turn off the lamps automatically during daylight keep the la...

Page 136: ...the steering wheel on the instrument panel 4 Turn the autolamp thumbwheel past the stop to the beginning of the MAX position The indicator light will come on 5 The autolamp automatically turns the lamps on and off for you Do not put any articles on top of the photocell that is located in the top right corner of the instrument panel This photocell controls the autolamp If you cover it the photocell...

Page 137: ... leave your vehicle Similarly if you move the thumbwheel only slightly into the DELAY area your lamps will stay on only for a moment after you turn your vehicle off Lighting Up the Interior and Instrument Panel With the light knob in the parking lamps or the headlamps position you can brighten or dim the lights in the instrument panel To do this use the thumbwheel to the left of the steering wheel...

Page 138: ...roof the dome lamp is located behind the moon roof In the wagon the rear dome lamp is located overhead near the rear seating positions A The dome map lamp Turn the map lamps on and off with the switches on the lamp The dome lamp illuminates when any door is opened If either the driver s or passenger s front door is opened using the outside door handle the light will remain on for 25 seconds after ...

Page 139: ...en the switch is positioned to the door middle position the dome lamp will come on when either of the front doors or the liftgate wagon is opened The rear dome lamp also illuminates when the liftgate is opened and goes off when it is closed A The map lamps on the moon roof console Turn each map lamp on the moon roof console on and off with the switch near that lamp 5 ...

Page 140: ...f battery voltage to the interior lights after 40 minutes This will prevent draining of the battery if those lights have been left on inadvertently or if a door is not completely closed Battery voltage to these 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 ign...

Page 141: ...ital 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 5 ...

Page 142: ...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 If the turn signal stays on after you turn move the lever back to the center off position For lane changes move the lever far enough to signal but not to latch The lever will return to the off position when you release it High Beams To turn on t...

Page 143: ...adlamp knob is on or off B The turn signal lever Windshield Wipers and Washer To turn on the windshield wipers the ignition key must be turned to the ON or ACC position Turn the knob on the end of the turn signal lever away from you to activate the wipers The first seven detents are interval wipe positions the eighth detent is the LO position and the ninth detent is the HI position To turn the wip...

Page 144: ...d of the turn signal lever toward or away from you until the wipers are going at the desired interval Windshield Washer To clean the windshield push in the end of the wiper switch 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 For...

Page 145: ...NING In freezing weather warm up the windshield with the defroster before you use the washer fluid If you do not do this the washer solution may freeze on the windshield and obscure your vision This may result in a collision possibly injuring you and others For information about refilling the washer fluid or replacing your windshield wiper blades see Windshield washer fluid and Wipers in the Index...

Page 146: ...ng or not The flashers work for up to two hours when the battery is fully charged and in good condition without draining the battery excessively If the flashers run for longer than two hours or if the battery is not fully charged the battery can be drained Horn To sound the horn push the center pad area of the steering wheel B The horn on the steering wheel ...

Page 147: ...eel pull the release lever on the column toward you Tip the steering wheel to the desired position Release the lever to lock the steering wheel in place Speed Control If equipped If your vehicle has speed control you can automatically maintain a constant speed at or above 30 mph 50 km h NOTE Do not shift to N Neutral when using the speed control This will cause the engine to overspeed Use of radio...

Page 148: ...ate that speed control is in a standby mode 2 Accelerate to the desired speed above 30 mph 50 km h using the accelerator pedal 3 Press the SET ACCEL switch and release it immediately to set your speed If you keep this switch pressed your speed will continue 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 ...

Page 149: ...ave the gearshift in j Overdrive or resume as soon as practical RWARNING To keep control of your vehicle do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding slippery or unpaved Accelerating With the Speed Control Operating You can use the accelerator pedal to speed up momentarily When you take your foot off the accelerator the vehicle will return to the set speed NOTE When d...

Page 150: ...ch Release the switch when the vehicle slows down to the desired speed Lightly tap the brake pedal When the vehicle attains the desired speed press the SET ACCEL switch and release it immediately TAP DOWN Press and then quickly release the COAST switch Each time you tap the switch the set speed will decrease by 1 mph 1 6 km h Multiple taps will cause the set speed to decrease in increments of 1 mp...

Page 151: ...l cause the set speed to increase in increments of 1 mph 1 6 km h For example if the current set speed is 55 mph 88 km h 5 taps of the SET ACCEL switch will increase the vehicle speed and SET it at 60 mph 96 km h Cancelling and Resuming a Set Speed If you press the brake pedal speed control is cancelled You can return to the set speed by pressing the RESUME switch as long as you did not press the ...

Page 152: ...ind out about standard and optional features Doors Childproof Locks In addition to standard or power locks your vehicle has childproof locks for the rear doors If you set these locks the 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 5 ...

Page 153: ...he controls to lock the doors are on the trim panel of the front door When you close 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 F The power locks on the driver s door If the key is left in the driver s or passenger s outside lock cylinder for a period of time the power door locks may cycle T...

Page 154: ...lps prevent you from locking the keys in your vehicle With the key in the ignition in any switch position and the driver s door open the driver s door cannot be locked using the front door power lock switch Your vehicle can still be locked while the key is in the ignition by manually pressing down the lock button Power liftgate lock wagon If equipped The power liftgate lock is on the right inside ...

Page 155: ... buttons When you bought your vehicle you were given a computer code that operates the system for your vehicle For your convenience we have duplicated this code in two places The code is on your owner s wallet card found in the glove compartment taped to the computer module When you use this entry system the illuminated entry system turns on the interior lights for 25 seconds and the buttons on th...

Page 156: ... digit The keyless entry system registers this second code To open your vehicle you can now use either code The module remembers only one personal code at a time Entering a second personal code will erase the first replacing it with the new second one To erase your personal code 1 Enter the original permanent code 2 Press 1 2 within five seconds of Step 1 3 Wait six seconds The keyless entry syste...

Page 157: ...s After you press the fifth number the driver s door unlocks 2 To unlock the passenger s door s and liftgate wagon press the 3 4 button within five seconds of unlocking the driver s door or re enter the code to open the driver s door then press 3 4 3 To open the trunk sedan or unlock the liftgate wagon enter the five digit factory code then press the 5 6 button within 5 seconds Locking the doors w...

Page 158: ...losed for the anti theft system to arm Refer to the Anti Theft System section in this chapter for more details Autolock If equipped The Autolock feature is part of your remote keyless entry system and is enabled at the factory With the Autolock feature enabled all of the doors will automatically lock when the vehicle doors and liftgate are fully closed the ignition key is turned to the ON position...

Page 159: ...permanent five digit entry code not the user code you may have set 2 Within 5 seconds press and hold 7 8 3 Within 5 more seconds press and release 3 4 4 Release 7 8 To reactivate the Autolock system simply repeat the instructions for deactivating the system By re entering the code that deactivates the Autolock the keyless entry system reinstates the Autolock feature You can also deactivate or reac...

Page 160: ... the Autolock feature was activated 11 Turn the ignition OFF Remote Entry System If equipped If your vehicle has the remote entry system you can lock or unlock the vehicle doors and liftgate without using a key The remote also has a personal alarm feature The buttons for the system are located on the two hand held transmitters that came with your vehicle The system will work with up to four transm...

Page 161: ...dan press the TRUNK button To unlock the liftgate wagon press the TRUNK button To open the liftgate you must press the liftgate release located above the license plate Locking the doors with the remote entry system To lock all the doors and liftgate press the LOCK button This will also arm the factory installed Anti Theft system If you would like a signal that the doors are being locked press the ...

Page 162: ...ntry system turns on the vehicle s interior lights for 25 seconds You can turn these lights off with the remote entry LOCK button or by turning the ignition to the ON or ACCESSORY position THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS 1 THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE AND 2 THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED IN...

Page 163: ...r Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer NOTE The operating range of the remote entry system can also be affected by weather conditions such as very cold temperatures or structures around the vehicle buildings other vehicles radio and TV towers etc Typical operating range will allow you to be up to 33 feet 10 meters away from your vehicle The transmitter can be snapped apart to replace the batteries by tw...

Page 164: ...Entry System This system will provide illumination of the vehicle s interior courtesy lamps when either outside front door handle is pulled or when the remote entry system is used to unlock the door or sound the personal alarm The system will automatically turn off after approximately 25 seconds or when the ignition is turned to the START or ACC position NOTE The inside lights will not turn off if...

Page 165: ...ock all doors with the doors open or closed If a door or the liftgate is open the anti theft system is prearmed and waiting for all doors to close The THEFT indicator in the instrument panel will light continuously while the system is prearmed Once all doors and the liftgate are closed if any were open the system will begin a 30 second countdown to become armed The 30 second countdown allows peopl...

Page 166: ...d system can be disarmed if you Unlock the doors by pressing the remote entry transmitter UNLOCK button Unlock the doors by entering the unlock code on the keyless entry keypad Unlock any door or the liftgate with a key Turn ignition to the ON or ACC position Pressing the remote entry PANIC button will disarm the anti theft system only when the anti theft alarm is triggered and sounding When unloc...

Page 167: ...has been lost but you want to ensure the lost key will not start the vehicle In this case bring the remaining key s to the dealer for re programming THEFT indicator The anti theft indicator THEFT in the instrument cluster will light for 2 seconds and then go out when the ignition is turned to the ON or START position If it does not light or if it flashes have the system serviced by your dealer or ...

Page 168: ...does not have an electronic code Try the coding procedure again If it fails again see your dealer or a qualified technician Windows Using the Power Windows Each door has a power control that opens and closes the window on that door The driver s door has a master control panel that operates all four windows The power windows only operate when the ignition key is in the ON or ACC position or when th...

Page 169: ...the driver s window by firmly pressing the switch and then releasing The one touch down feature can be stopped by pressing the up or down switch again D The window controls on the passenger s door Accessory Delay The power windows and moon roof if equipped can be operated for 45 seconds after the ignition has been turned to the OFF position 5 ...

Page 170: ... map lamps and the switches for the moon roof The roof console SLIDE switch is used to open and close the moon roof Press the AUTO portion of the switch and the roof will fully open automatically Press the switch again during the opening cycle and the roof will stop at that location To close the moon roof press and hold the front portion of the switch At the fully closed position the motor automat...

Page 171: ...de guide rail covers of the moon roof with a clean cloth will help keep the moon roof working properly The moon roof Sliding Shade The moon roof has a sliding shade that you can manually open or close to block the sun when the glass panel is shut To close the sliding shade pull the shade toward the front of the vehicle The shade automatically opens and locks when the moon roof is opened 5 ...

Page 172: ...protect your head and neck in a collision RWARNING A head restraint helps protect you best if you position it behind your head and not behind your neck Standard head restraints You can adjust the head restraints for your comfort and protection E Adjusting the standard head restraint 5 ...

Page 173: ...n raise it about two inches five cm from its normal position and you can move it forward up to 60 degrees until you reach the desired position B Adjusting the four way head restraint Manual Seats You can move the front seats forward or backward and tilt the seatback forward or backward The front seat adjustment bar 5 ...

Page 174: ...omeone RWARNING Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug across the hips to reduce the risk of serious injury to the abdomen or neck that could be caused by sliding under the safety belts in a collision RWARNING Luggage or other cargo should not be piled higher than the seatbacks This will help keep items from being thrown about and injuring people in 5 ...

Page 175: ...al directions You can raise or lower the whole front seat move the seat forward or backward and tilt the front and back of the seat up or down If your vehicle is equipped with power lumbar support the lumbar switch also lets you inflate a pad on the seatback The seat controls on the driver s seat 5 ...

Page 176: ...is equipped with split folding rear seats One or both rear seatbacks can be folded down to provide additional cargo space Detach the shoulder belt from the lap belt in the center rear seating position before folding down the passenger side of the rear seat To lower the rear seatback from inside the vehicle 1 Lift the seatback release handle on the upper outboard corner of the seatback 2 Grasp the ...

Page 177: ...e center of the seat until you hear it latch 2 Make sure the seatback is locked in position by pushing forward and backward on it RWARNING If you do not securely latch the seatback in the upright position the seatback or objects could be thrown forward during a sudden stop or collision possibly injuring you or other passengers 5 ...

Page 178: ...ng 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 Fabric Remove dust and loose dirt with a whisk broom or a vacuum cleaner Remove fresh spots immediately Follow the directions that come with the cleaner NOTE Before using any cleaner test it on a small hidden area of fabric If the fabric s color or texture is adver...

Page 179: ... the pointed end of the retention post from the rear and rotate forward to install Adjust the floor mat position to allow proper operation of accelerator pedal brake pedal and clutch pedal The positive retention floor mat Removing the Floor Mat Lift floor mat just forward of retention post and rotate rearward to disengage from retention post 5 ...

Page 180: ...ht and behind you RWARNING Be careful The convex outside rearview mirror on the right makes objects appear smaller and farther away than they actually are Use the inside rearview mirror or look behind you to determine the actual size and distance of objects that appear in the convex mirror C The mirror controls on the driver s door To adjust the side view mirrors 1 Find the control switch in the d...

Page 181: ...rument panel Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh abrasives fuel or other petroleum based cleaning products Sun Visors Using the Sun Visors Your vehicle may have special sun visors Besides the regular sun visor you may have a second sun visor By using both the regular sun visor and the second visor you shield the sun from both the front and the side of the vehicle at the same...

Page 182: ...To turn on the driver s mirror that is attached to the visor lift the mirror cover Adjust the amount of light by sliding the switch The mirror on the driver s sun visor The mirror on the passenger s sun visor To turn on the passenger s mirror that is in the main visor grasp the lower center portion and pull the mirror down Adjust the amount of light by sliding the switch 5 ...

Page 183: ...Features of the full console The release for opening the utility compartment is on the front of the console just below the armrest Press and release at the ridges near the driver s seat to open The lid is spring loaded and will open automatically If your vehicle is equipped with a cellular 5 ...

Page 184: ...mn shift it has a center seating stowage console in the center front seating position The center seating stowage console has the following features Features of the center seating stowage console To open the storage compartment raise the armrest and pull the strap on the seat up and toward the instrument panel The cupholders in the center seating stowage console can be removed for cleaning 5 ...

Page 185: ...n 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 Ashtrays The ashtray can be converted to a storage compartment for small objects by removing the plastic heatproof liner NOTE The heatproof plastic liner must be in position for use as an ashtray Trunk Opening the Trunk Manually To open the trunk ...

Page 186: ...ntire liftgate or just the window To open the liftgate press the release that is hidden under the exterior trim panel just above the license plate Pull up on the handle to raise the liftgate The liftgate will not lock automatically when you close it To lock the liftgate with the key turn left You can also use the central power lock on the driver s door or the LOCK button on the remote entry keyfob...

Page 187: ... only open the window from outside To prevent any damage close the liftgate and window before you drive The liftgate RWARNING If you drive with the liftgate window open you will draw dangerous exhaust fumes into your vehicle If you must drive like this keep the vents open so outside air comes into the vehicle 5 ...

Page 188: ...t as possible This will help distribute the weight more evenly between the front and rear axles Storage compartments Your wagon comes with a storage compartment in the floor of the cargo area An additional storage compartment is in the rear trim panel on the right The locking storage compartment in the rear of the wagon 5 ...

Page 189: ...ore than 50 pounds 22 kg in the net Any ropes or cords that you use must be as strong as the cargo net or strong enough to restrain a 50 pound 22 kg object This net is not designed to retain objects during an accident Cargo Cover If equipped You can conceal luggage or cargo in the back of your wagon with the cargo cover To cover the back compartment 1 Fasten the cover into the molded pockets in th...

Page 190: ...of the vehicle to fit the item you need to carry The front crossbar does not move To adjust the luggage rack 1 Load your luggage close to the front crossbar Do not carry more than 100 pounds 45 kg or cause the vehicle to exceed the gross vehicle weight rating GVWR which is shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label 2 Loosen the adjusting levers on the rear crossbar by pushing them toward t...

Page 191: ...supports If the crossbar slides push or pull until you hear it click and feel it lock into position 5 Secure luggage or cargo with rope up to 3 8 NOT ELASTIC CORD using the tie down loops provided There are three loops on each outside rail and one at each end of the cross bars The adjusting levers for the luggage rack Leave the rear crossbar in its original back position when you are not using it ...

Page 192: ...seatback forward until it rests on the cushion To raise the seatback 1 Lift the seatback rearward until it is in the upright position Push the center of the seat until you hear it latch 2 Make sure the seatback is locked in position by pushing forward and backward on it RWARNING If you do not securely latch the seatback in the upright position the seatback or objects could be thrown forward during...

Page 193: ...he label on the seat cushion When the seat is down the back part of your wagon has a flat surface for carrying cargo To open up the seat 1 Unlock the floor panel with the key 2 Use the handle to fold the floor panel toward the front of the car Opening the third seat in the rear of the wagon 5 ...

Page 194: ...e seatback cannot be locked in the upright position 4 Lift the remote latch release on the left side of the well and fold the remaining floor panel toward the front of the car until it latches Make sure the seatback is locked in the upright position by pushing forward and backward on it 5 ...

Page 195: ...e and push the seat down until it latches 3 Pull up on the handle and push the floor panel into place RWARNING Be sure to keep the floor panel closed and locked at all times If you do not unattended children could possibly become trapped inside In addition loose items could be thrown around in a collision and possibly injure someone 5 ...

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Page 199: ...ion is turned back on However if the radio power is turned off with the VOL PUSH ON button the volume will not change and will remain at the level set when the radio is turned back on Selecting the AM or FM frequency band Press the AM or FM button to select the desired frequency band or to stop store cassette tape when a cassette is playing Pressing the FM button more than once will alternate betw...

Page 200: ...xt listenable station down the frequency band By pressing and holding the button listenable stations can be passed over to reach the desired station Using the SCAN function Pressing the SCAN button will begin the scan mode up the frequency band stopping on each listenable station for approximately five seconds The band indicator AM FM1 FM2 flashes during scan operation To stop the scan mode on the...

Page 201: ...dio off with the VOL PUSH ON knob Press and hold the SCAN button and turn the radio on by pressing the VOL PUSH ON knob Continue holding the SCAN button until RAD is shown in the display 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...

Page 202: ...l allows you to adjust the sound distribution between the front and rear speakers Press the right a side of the FADE button to shift the sound to the front speakers and press the left b side to shift the sound to the rear speakers The display will show FADE and a dot indicating the fade position Using the Power Antenna If equipped The power antenna will automatically rise when your radio is turned...

Page 203: ...r and decrease the power antenna life Never use petroleum based products to clean your antenna mast Common Radio Reception Conditions Several conditions prevent FM reception from being completely clear and noise free such as the following 1 Distance Strength The strength of the FM signal is directly related to the distance the signal must travel The listenable range of an average FM signal is appr...

Page 204: ...layer is equipped with power loading Once you insert a tape and push slightly with the open edge to the right the loading mechanism draws the tape the rest of the way in and play will begin after a momentary tape tightening process Display indicates TAPE while tape is playing If the TAPE button is pressed when the cassette tape player is empty NO and TAPE will flash in the display and radio play w...

Page 205: ...W button The radio will automatically begin playing until rewind is manually stopped by pressing the TAPE EJ REW or FF button or the beginning of the tape is reached The display will show a flashing X to indicate rewind Using the SEEK function with your cassette tape player While in the tape mode press the right a side of the SEEK button to seek forward to the next selection on the tape display in...

Page 206: ...SIDE 1 2 button How to eject the tape To stop the tape and eject the cassette press the EJ button The radio will resume playing if the power is on The tape cartridge can be ejected with radio power and or ignition on or off How to store the tape Press the AM or FM button or CD if equipped to stop the tape player and resume radio play or CD DJ Using the DolbyH B noise reduction feature NOTE Noise r...

Page 207: ...ally eject the tape Insert tape again If the same error code appears in the display try a different tape If the problem persists refer the problem to qualified personnel for service Tips on Caring for the Cassette Player and Tapes In order to keep your cassette tape player performing the way it was meant to read and follow these simple precautions Using a Ford Cassette Cleaning Cartridge to clean ...

Page 208: ...sette Do not leave a tape in the cassette tape player High heat in the vehicle can cause the cassette to warp Ford 6 CD Changer The Ford 6 CD Changer is in the left of the trunk or the right of the cargo area It is controlled by the audio system buttons Loading Instructions 1 Open the cover door Open Compact Disc Changer trunk unit by sliding door to the front sedan or rear wagon Figure 1 A Figure...

Page 209: ...gh 6 on the window one at a time with labeled surfaces upward starting with bottom slot number 1 Figure 3 B Figure 3 To remove a compact disc from the disc magazine slide the corresponding lever on the opposite side of the magazine window The disc will partially eject 5 ...

Page 210: ...the controls of your audio system How to Operate the Ford 6 CD Changer Using the Controls on the Radio If your vehicle is equipped with the Ford 6 CD Changer System you can operate it through the controls of your 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 tre...

Page 211: ... the next disc or the left b side of the TUNE DISC button to select the previous disc Play will begin on the first track of the selected disc When either side of the button is pressed and held the CD changer will continue fast forwarding or reversing through the discs in the disc magazine During these functions the display will indicate the disc number How to change the track being played Press th...

Page 212: ...urn off When on the display will indicate SHUF then the disc and track number dd tt Operating the SCAN function Press the SCAN button to enter the scan mode The CD player will begin scanning the disc stopping on each listenable track for approximately an eight second sampling This continues until you press the SCAN button a second time Operating the Shuffle and Scan features simultaneously Both th...

Page 213: ...ill stop CD play and begin cassette play How To Take Care of and Clean Your CD Player and Discs To ensure the continued performance of your Ford Compact Disc Player carefully read the following precautions Always handle the disc by its edge Never touch the playing surface Before playing inspect the disc for any contamination If needed clean the disc with an approved disc cleaner such as the Discwa...

Page 214: ...ay be a considerable rise in temperature or damage may result After playing store the disc in its case If a disc has already been inserted do not try to insert another disc Doing so may damage the disc player Do not insert anything other than a disc into the disc player CAUTION The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard as the laser beam used in this compact disc pla...

Page 215: ...wnward The disc is dusty or defective The player s internal temperature is above 140 F 60 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 defec...

Page 216: ...layer or scratch the discs CD Error Messages Your system is equipped to diagnose certain problems you may experience The displayed error codes are NO then CD Empty slot or magazine mechanical error disc s unreadable or mechanism focus error Check all discs in the magazine for scratches and proper insertion If problem persists refer problem to qualified personnel for service NO then DJ CD Changer n...

Page 217: ...rranty booklet for further information Ask your dealer for a copy of this limited warranty Service 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 service There is a nationwide network of qualified Ford authorized repair centers to assist you 5 ...

Page 218: ... with an Electronic Powertrain Control Module that limits engine and or vehicle speeds with a cut out mode to promote durability Driving with an Automatic Overdrive Transaxle Column Gearshift without O D OFF Switch Your automatic overdrive transaxle provides fully automatic operation in either j Overdrive or D Drive Driving with the shift selector in j Overdrive gives the best fuel economy for nor...

Page 219: ...icle is equipped with a Brake Shift Interlock safety feature This feature prevents the gearshift from being moved from the P Park position until the brake pedal is depressed This feature is active when the ignition is in the ON position If the gearshift lever CANNOT be moved from P Park with the brake pedal depressed 1 Turn the engine off and remove the ignition key 2 Reinsert the ignition key and...

Page 220: ...ng Your Vehicle in this Owner Guide for instructions on checking and replacing fuses DO NOT DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE UNTIL YOU VERIFY THAT THE BRAKELAMPS ARE WORKING Using a column mounted gearshift If your gearshift is on the column you can use any of the following positions E The column mounted gearshift Once you place the gearshift securely into position gradually release the brake pedal and use the ...

Page 221: ... transaxle It works the same way D Drive works automatically upshifting or downshifting as the vehicle speeds or slows However j Overdrive also shifts into a fourth gear an overdrive gear when your vehicle cruises at a consistent speed for any length of time This fourth gear will increase your fuel economy when you travel at cruising speeds When to use D Drive D Drive eliminates the excessive shif...

Page 222: ...ark Make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P Park This locks the transaxle and prevents the front wheels from rotating RWARNING Do not use the P Park position in place of the parking brake Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P Park Always turn off the ignition whenever you leave your vehicle Do not leave your vehicle unattended wh...

Page 223: ...s the best fuel economy for normal driving conditions For manual control start in 1 First and then shift manually Putting Your Vehicle in Gear You must push in the thumb button to move the console mounted gearshift to the position you choose To move the gearshift out of P Park the ignition must be turned from the locked position to either the OFF or the ON position To operate 1 Start the engine 2 ...

Page 224: ... the ignition key 2 Reinsert the ignition key and turn clockwise to the first position OFF 3 Depress the brake pedal move the gearshift lever to N Neutral and start the engine RWARNING If you need to shift out of P Park by using the alternate procedure described above it is possible that a fuse has blown and that your brakelamps may also not be functional Please refer to the chapter titled Servici...

Page 225: ...Using the gearshift If your gearshift is on the column you can use any of the following positions The column mounted gearshift 5 ...

Page 226: ...en the gearshift is in any position except P Park the ignition key cannot be turned to LOCK or removed from the steering column TO REMOVE THE KEY the gearshift lever must be in P Park Once the gearshift is secure in the desired position release the brake pedal and use the accelerator as necessary R Reverse With the gearshift in the R Reverse position the vehicle will move backward You should 5 ...

Page 227: ... D OFF You will notice that there is only one drive position on your gearshift indicator instead of Drive and Overdrive However you will find a switch labeled O D located on the gearshift lever Push in the switch and the O D OFF light in the instrument cluster will illuminate With the O D OFF light illuminated the transaxle will operate in first second and third gears and will not shift into fourt...

Page 228: ...rt up on slippery roads or to give you more engine braking to slow your vehicle on downgrades When to use 1 First Use 1 First when added engine braking is desired when descending steep hills The automatic transaxle will shift to the proper gear to ascend any grade without any need to shift to 1 First Do not go faster than 38 mph 61 km h in this gear You can upshift from 1 First to D Overdrive at a...

Page 229: ...ut pushing in the thumb button Steering Your Vehicle Your vehicle comes with power steering Power steering uses energy from the engine to help steer your vehicle Your vehicle has variable assist steering This system provides light power steering efforts for parking and heavier power steering efforts for highway driving If you notice that the power steering effort does not change according to the s...

Page 230: ...rake pedal with a steadily increasing force This allows the wheels to continue to roll while you are slowing down which lets you steer properly If your vehicle does not have anti lock brakes extreme braking can make the wheels lock and slide causing you to lose control of the steering If the wheels lock release the brake pedal and repeat the squeeze technique Do not drive with your foot resting on...

Page 231: ... indication that the ABS is working correctly and is normal If the brake pedal is applied while the vehicle is driven over uneven road surfaces the ABS may cycle and the driver may sense a pulsation in the brake pedal accompanied by a slight up and down movement of the pedal height and a clicking sound This may also happen when driving on an inclined surface such as a driveway while making a sharp...

Page 232: ...pillar Ford Motor Company has not found any negative effects of mobile radio transmitting equipment installed on vehicles with the ABS system providing that the radio is installed according to the radio manufacturer s instructions However if you have had a mobile radio transmitter installed and the check ABS light comes on at any time other than immediately after turning the key to the ON position...

Page 233: ... gearshift is securely latched in P Park RWARNING If the parking brake is fully released but the Brake Warning Light remains on have the brakes checked immediately They may not be working properly RWARNING To avoid personal injury when manually releasing the parking brake make sure the gearshift selector is securely latched in P Park and do not release the parking 5 ...

Page 234: ...s with any new vehicle yours may drive and handle differently from your previous vehicle Use care until you become accustomed to its various features and driving characteristics Operate your vehicle within reasonable limits Sudden acceleration deceleration turning or combinations of these maneuvers can cause a vehicle to behave differently than anticipated Driving in Bad Weather Slippery roads On ...

Page 235: ...rst when you are moving faster than 20 mph 32 km h RWARNING 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 your vehicle gets stuck for example in mud or snow you may try to rock it out of the spot Shift in a steady rhythm between forward and reverse gears While in each gear press lightly on the accelerator and re...

Page 236: ...ause your vehicle will not stop as quickly as usual 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 the passengers and cargo should never be more than the Gros...

Page 237: ... s Load The load that you add to your vehicle must not exceed the maximum 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 adde...

Page 238: ...t carries is less than its GVWR Also make sure that the weight your vehicle carries over each axle is less than the GAWR for the respective axle You can find the GVWR and GAWR on the Safety Compliance Certification Label on the left front door lock facing or the door latch post pillar If your vehicle exceeds the GVWR remove cargo from your vehicle accordingly If your vehicle exceeds the GAWR for e...

Page 239: ...Trailer Towing Your vehicle is classified as a light duty towing vehicle The amount of weight that you can safely tow depends on the type of engine in your vehicle See the following charts H 6 B 5 ...

Page 240: ...g making sure to use the right equipment and to attach it properly See Preparing to Tow in this chapter Use extra caution when driving your vehicle while you tow See Driving while you tow in this chapter Service your vehicle more frequently if you tow a trailer See Servicing your vehicle if you tow in this chapter Do not tow a trailer until your vehicle has been driven at least 500 miles 800 km RW...

Page 241: ...ent 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 use hitches that clamp onto your vehicle s bumper The bumper is not designed to bear the load Using the hitch Your vehicle uses a load carrying hitch Because this type of hitch places the tongue load of a trailer on the rear whee...

Page 242: ...enough slack in the chains to allow you to turn corners If you use a rental trailer follow the instructions that the rental agency gives you Connecting the trailer s brakes Electric brakes and manual automatic or surge type hydraulic brakes are safe if you install them properly and adjust them according to the manufacturer s instructions Be sure that your trailer s brakes meet local and federal re...

Page 243: ...ove the automatic transaxle to 1 First vehicles without O D OFF switch or 2 Second vehicles with O D OFF switch when descending This will give more engine braking on downgrades The automatic transaxle will automatically downshift to the proper gear on upgrades If you tow in Overdrive while riding through hilly country your vehicle may frequently shift between Overdrive and Third gears To prevent y...

Page 244: ...e off If this happens you may be able to jump start from a booster battery to start your vehicle RWARNING Flames sparks or lit cigarettes can cause the gases around the battery to explode causing injury and damage Keep these things away from the battery To protect yourself when charging a battery always shield your face and eyes Make sure that you can breathe fresh air ...

Page 245: ...east 15 minutes If someone swallows the acid have him or her drink lots of milk or water first then Milk of Magnesia a beaten egg or vegetable oil Call a doctor immediately To avoid damaging your vehicle or your battery and to avoid injury to yourself follow these directions for preparing your vehicle to jump start and connecting the jumper cables in the order they are given If in doubt call for r...

Page 246: ... Turn off all other switches and lights Connecting the jumper cables 1 Connect one end of the first jumper cable to the positive terminal of the discharged battery You can connect either jumper cable to the positive terminal as long as you use the same cable for both positive terminals Most jumper cables have a red cable and a black cable The red cable is generally used for the positive terminals ...

Page 247: ...e connections Jump Starting 1 Make sure that the jumper cables are not in the way of moving engine parts then start the booster vehicle Run the engine at a moderate speed 2 Let the discharged battery charge for a few minutes and then start the disabled vehicle It may take a couple of tries before the vehicle starts If the vehicle does not start after several attempts there may be a different probl...

Page 248: ... a while with all electrical accessories turned off to let the battery recharge You may need to use a battery charger to fully recharge the battery If you need to replace your battery see Battery in the Servicing Your Vehicle chapter Changing a Tire If you get a flat tire while you are driving do not apply the brake heavily Instead gradually decrease the speed Hold the steering wheel firmly and sl...

Page 249: ...these precautions the tire could fail causing you to lose control of the vehicle and possibly injure yourself or others When you drive with the temporary spare tire DO NOT exceed 50 mph 80 km h under any circumstances load your vehicle so that it is heavier than the maximum vehicle load rating listed on the tire decal tow a trailer use tire chains on this tire try to repair the temporary spare tir...

Page 250: ...ular tire This spare tire is identical to the other tires that come with your vehicle although the wheel may not match Spare Tire Location In a sedan the spare tire is stored in the trunk under the floor carpet The spare tire in the sedan In the wagon the temporary spare tire is stored in the left side rear trim panel ...

Page 251: ...he cover out slightly and remove the cover by sliding it toward the front of the vehicle 4 Lift out the spare tire jack and lug wrench Preparing to Change the Tire You should only raise your vehicle with a jack properly placed at the front or rear jacking points 1 Make sure that your vehicle will not move or roll Put the gearshift in P Park Set the parking brake and block the wheel that is diagona...

Page 252: ...jury never run the engine with one wheel off the ground when changing a tire or at any other time The wheel still on the ground could cause the vehicle to move 3 Remove wheel covers or aluminum wheel ornaments with the tapered end of a wheel nut wrench Insert the handle of the wrench between the wheel and ornament and twist it against the inner wheel cover flange 4 Loosen each wheel lug nut one ha...

Page 253: ...til the wheel is completely off the ground RWARNING To lessen the risk of personal injury do not put any part of your body under the vehicle Do not start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack The jack is only for changing the tire in emergencies Never raise your vehicle by using a bumper jack The bumper system could be damaged or the jack could slip and you could be injured ...

Page 254: ...perly secure the wheel to the hub and will damage the stud so that it must be replaced Damaged studs may result in wheel separation and personal injury 3 Replace the flat tire with the spare tire making sure that the air valve stem is facing outward 4 Reinstall the lug nuts tightening until the wheel is snug against the hub The beveled edges on the lug nuts face inward Do not fully tighten the lug...

Page 255: ...ave wheel covers with a wire retention system To remove the wheel cover Pry it loose by carefully inserting the tapered end of the jack handle between the wheel cover and the wheel To replace the wheel cover 1 One of the windows on the wheel cover is identified with a valve stem logo on the back side of the cover Install the wheel cover to the wheel with the window at the valve stem 2 Hold the whe...

Page 256: ...he wheelcover or the surface finish 2 Remove the center bolt on the wheelcover with the lug wrench tip 3 To remove the wheelcover pry it loose by carefully inserting the tapered end of the lug wrench between the wheelcover and wheel at the outer edge 4 To service the wheel or tire remove the pedestal by removing the lug nuts Put the pedestal in a safe place for reinstallation of the wheelcover ...

Page 257: ...enter ornament with the slots on the wheel cover Reinstall the ornament by pressing with the palm of your hand Do not use excessive force Do not use a hammer Anti Theft Wheel Lug Nuts If equipped If your vehicle has this feature one of the lug nuts on each wheel lock must be removed and replaced with a special key The key and registration card are attached to the lug wrench and stored with the spa...

Page 258: ...angle you may damage the key and the lug nut Place the lug nut wrench over the lug nut key and apply pressure on the key with the wrench Turn the wrench in a counterclockwise direction to remove the lug nut Replacing 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 ...

Page 259: ...ump when your vehicle has been involved in a substantial jolt For information on how to check and reset the fuel pump shut off switch see Fuel pump shut off switch in the Index Towing Your Vehicle If you need to have your vehicle towed contact a professional towing service or if you are a member your roadside assistance center Your Sable should be towed from the front unless conditions do not allo...

Page 260: ...he operator what kind of vehicle you have A towing manual is available from Ford Motor Company for all authorized tow truck operators Have your tow truck driver refer to this manual for the proper hook up and towing procedures for your vehicle ...

Page 261: ... the parking brake Move the gearshift to N Neutral Turn the key in the ignition to OFF Unlock the steering wheel Do not tow your vehicle at a speed faster than 35 mph 56 km h or for a distance greater than 50 miles 80 km unless the drive wheels are placed on dollies RWARNING Never use a tow bar that attaches to the bumper when you tow your vehicle You could damage the bumper and cause an accident ...

Page 262: ... this period through Ford Auto Club contact your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer not available in Canada Roadside Assistance will cover the following Mount your spare if you have a flat tire Jump start your battery if it is dead Unlock your vehicle if you are locked out Bring you fuel if you run out Tow your vehicle if you are stranded Even non warranty related tows like accidents or getting stuck ...

Page 263: ...want to make your dealership service experience as easy and pleasant as possible That is why we have developed the Tell Your Technician booklet This easy to use booklet provides a means for you to describe your service needs to your dealership service advisor This results in more complete repair order instructions between you and dealership personnel To obtain a copy of the Tell Your Technician bo...

Page 264: ... recommends taking your vehicle to your selling dealer who wants to ensure your continued satisfaction You may however take your vehicle to any 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 yo...

Page 265: ...ealership cannot answer contact the Customer Assistance Centre Please have the following information available when contacting the Customer Assistance 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 5...

Page 266: ...g Ford Motor Company vehicles The Dispute Settlement Board may not be available in all states Ford Motor Company reserves the right to change eligibility limitations modify procedures and or to discontinue this process at any time without notice and without incurring obligations What Kind of Cases Does the Board Review The Board reviews all product performance and service complaints on Ford Mercur...

Page 267: ...les on which applicable express written new vehicle warranties have expired at receipt of your application are not eligible Eligibility may differ according to state law For example see the unique brochure for California purchasers lessees How Does the Board Work The Board has four members three consumer representatives a Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer Consumer candidates for Board membership are ...

Page 268: ...t receives the customer application form After your case has been reviewed the Board will mail you its decision in writing It will also provide you with a form to indicate your acceptance or rejection of an award decision The decisions of the Board are binding on the dealer and Ford but customers may have other options available to them under state or federal law The decisions of the Board however...

Page 269: ...ve are asked to submit statements To review your case properly the Board needs the following information legible copies of all documents and maintenance or repair orders that relate to the case the year make model and vehicle identification number the date you bought your vehicle the date of repair and the mileage at the time of repair the current mileage the name of the dealer who sold you the ve...

Page 270: ...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 involved in individual problems between you your dealer or Ford Motor Company To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in the Washington D C area ...

Page 271: ...e city where the dealership is located the current mileage on your vehicle Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP If a specific item of concern arises where a solution cannot be reached between a vehicle owner Ford of Canada and or one of its dealers that all parties can agree upon the owner may wish to use the services offered by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP CAMVAP u...

Page 272: ...rovince of Quebec Getting Help Outside the U S and Canada Before you export your vehicle to a foreign country contact the appropriate foreign embassy or consulate to make sure local regulations do not prevent you from registering your vehicle Officials at the embassy can also help you decide whether you should import your vehicle to that country Officials at the embassy or consulate can tell you w...

Page 273: ...a the Caribbean or the Middle East contact the nearest Ford dealership If the dealership cannot help you write to If you are in other foreign countries contact the nearest Ford dealership If the dealership cannot help you they can direct you to the appropriate Ford affiliate office If you buy your vehicle in North America and then relocate outside of the U S or Canada register your Vehicle Identif...

Page 274: ...ies Ford Accessories for Your Vehicle 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 A ...

Page 275: ...yle and aerodynamic appearance of your Ford built vehicle In addition each accessory is made from high quality materials and meets or exceeds Ford s rigid engineering and safety specifications That is why Ford brand accessories are warranted for up to 3 years or 36 000 miles 60 000 km whichever comes first See your dealer for complete warranty information and accessory availability Safety Comfort ...

Page 276: ... 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 operation affected by o...

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Page 282: ...ut tools We give you a Maintenance Schedule that makes tracking routine service for your vehicle easy The maintenance schedule is located in the Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet This chapter tells you about the basic parts that you need to check and service regularly If your vehicle needs professional servicing see the Customer Assistance chapter Check your Warranty Information Booklet to f...

Page 283: ...ways dispose of used automotive fluids in a responsible manner Follow your community s standards for disposing of these types of fluids Call your local recycling center to find out about recycling automotive fluids Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle Be especially careful when inspecting or servicing your vehicle Here are some general precautions for your safety Do not work on a hot engine The...

Page 284: ...ery and all fuel related parts If you disconnect the battery the engine must relearn its idle conditions before your vehicle will drive properly To find out how the engine does this see Battery in this chapter Working with the engine off 1 Set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P Park 2 Remove the key from the ignition after you turn the engine off 3 Bl...

Page 285: ...nside the vehicle pull the hood release handle located under the bottom left corner of the instrument panel 2 Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the hood at the center of the vehicle 3 Lift the hood until the lift cylinders hold it open Whenever you close the hood latch it securely 5 ...

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Page 287: ... beginning of this chapter before opening the hood Engine Compartment Your vehicle has one of these types of engines a 3 0L Vulcan engine a 3 0L Duratec engine The following pages show diagrams of each engine type and where to find items that you should regularly service 5 ...

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Page 290: ...ssible cracking of the engine block or fuel injection pump do not spray a hot engine or injection pump with cold water The alternator distributor and air intake must be covered Covering these components will help prevent water damage Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running Water getting into the engine may cause internal damage Filling the Fuel Tank 1 Turn the engine off After opening t...

Page 291: ...upside down when filling Avoid excessively fast fuel dispensing rates over 10 gallons 38 liters per minute 3 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 4 To replace the fuel cap align the tabs on the cap with the notches on the filler pipe Turn it clockwise until it stops 5 Push the fuel door closed If ...

Page 292: ...cap with an aftermarket fuel filler cap the customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel tank and or fuel system Choosing the Right Fuel Use only UNLEADED FUEL Using leaded fuel is prohibited by federal law Any vehicle damage may not be covered by your warranty Octane Recommendations Your vehicle is designed to use regular fuel with an octane rating of 87 In most cases it is not necess...

Page 293: ...octane ratings of 86 or even less in high altitude areas Do not be concerned if your vehicle sometimes knocks lightly However if it knocks heavily under most driving conditions on the recommended octane rating fuel see your dealer or a qualified service technician to prevent any engine damage 5 ...

Page 294: ... such as ethanol 10 maximum and MTBE 15 maximum If methanol is used the gasoline should contain no more than 5 with cosolvents If you are experiencing starting rough idle or hesitation problems try a different brand of fuel If the condition persists see your dealer or a qualified service technician 5 ...

Page 295: ...l or fatal if swallowed Never attempt to siphon any fuel by mouth If any fuel is swallowed call a physician or poison control center immediately Do not delay calling a physician merely because no adverse effects are noticed at first the toxic effects of fuels may not become apparent for many hours If gasoline is swallowed do not induce vomiting If a gasoline methanol blend is swallowed induce vomi...

Page 296: ...l attention You should be particularly careful if you are taking the medication Antabuse or other forms of disulfiram for the treatment of alcoholism There is a possibility that breathing the vapors of a gasoline methanol blend or skin contact with such a blend may cause the same kind of adverse reaction as drinking an alcoholic beverage In sensitive individuals serious personal injury or sickness...

Page 297: ...switch and reset as required See Fuel pump shut off switch in the Index RWARNING Never pour fuel in the throttle body or attempt to start the engine with the air cleaner removed Doing so could result in fire and personal injury Calculating the Fuel Economy Fuel economy is an estimate It tells you approximately the distance you can drive for each gallon liter of fuel that your vehicle uses Do not c...

Page 298: ...e you the number of liters used per 100 km Comparisons With EPA Fuel Economy Estimates EPA fuel economy figures are obtained from laboratory tests under simulated road conditions and thus are estimates which may not reflect the actual conditions you experience or your style of driving In addition to your individual driving habits optional equipment such as air conditioning can have substantial eff...

Page 299: ...uch as bike ski or luggage racks bug deflectors etc Self Service Pointers If you choose to do your own fueling you should also perform a few simple maintenance routines This extra effort will save you additional money and 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...

Page 300: ...ls labeled API SA SB SC SD SE SF or SG Additional engine oil additives oil treatments or engine treatments Engine oils with an SAE 5W 30 viscosity are PREFERRED for your vehicle They provide the best engine performance fuel economy and engine protection for all climates down to 15 F 25 C Synthetic engine oils which are CERTIFIED and of the preferred viscosity may be used in your engine The engine ...

Page 301: ...ng the engine oil level 1 Turn the engine off after it has warmed up and allow a few minutes for the engine oil to drain back into the oil pan 2 Set the parking brake making sure the gearshift is securely latched in P Park 3 Open the hood Protect yourself from engine heat 4 Locate the engine oil dipstick highlighted in yellow and carefully pull it out of the engine 5 Wipe the dipstick clean and pu...

Page 302: ...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 use of improper engine oil Add engine oil through the oil filler cap highlighted in yellow To add oil remove the filler cap and use a funnel to pour oil into the opening Be careful not to overfill the engine Recheck the oi...

Page 303: ...your skin by washing with soap and water Engine Coolant Checking the Engine Coolant NOTE Be sure to read and understand Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle at the beginning of this chapter RWARNING Your vehicle is equipped with two automatic cooling fans It may come on at any time without warning To avoid injury always disconnect the negative terminal of the battery before working near the fan...

Page 304: ...hedule and Record booklet E The engine coolant reservoir 3 0L Vulcan shown 3 0L Duratec similar The coolant level in the reservoir should be maintained within the cold fill range There may be a low coolant warning light in the instrument cluster which will light when the coolant level is low Checking hoses Inspect all engine and heater system hoses and hose connections for deterioration leaks and ...

Page 305: ...ersonal injury that can be caused by escaping steam or engine coolant 1 Before you remove the cap turn the engine off and let it cool Even when the engine is cool be careful when you remove the cap 2 When the engine is cold wrap a thick cloth around the cap and turn it slowly counterclockwise to relieve pressure 3 Step back while the pressure releases 4 When you are sure that all the pressure has ...

Page 306: ...ut you should replace it with a 50 50 mixture as soon as possible Ford Premium Cooling System Fluid is an optimized formula that will protect all metal and rubber elastomers used in Ford engines for four years or 50 000 miles 80 000 km It is not necessary and not recommended to use supplemental coolant additives in your vehicle These additives may harm your engine cooling system Follow the recomme...

Page 307: ... 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 equivalent recycled engine coolant that is certified by the supplier to meet Ford specification ESE M97B44 A NOTE Always dispose of used automotive fluids in a responsible manner Follow your community s standards for disposing of ...

Page 308: ... engine OFF and cool remove the pressure cap located on the coolant reservoir Add a 50 50 mixture of specified coolant and water to the coolant reservoir Refer to Refill Capacities later in this chapter for the correct amount Continue to fill the reservoir until the coolant is at the top of the cold fill range Reinstall the pressure cap until it clicks Start and idle the engine until the radiator ...

Page 309: ...ter to relearn its idle conditions before your vehicle will drive properly To begin this process put the gearshift in P Park set the parking brake turn off all the accessories and start the vehicle Bring the engine to normal operating temperature Allow the engine to idle for one minute in N Neutral and one minute in Drive or Overdrive Perform the previous procedure with the air conditioning on and...

Page 310: ...acility for disposal Battery recycling symbol Windshield Washer Fluid and Wipers Washer Fluid Check the level of the windshield washer fluid every time you stop for fuel The reservoir for washer fluid is located on the passenger s side of the engine compartment and is highlighted with a washer symbol B The windshield washer fluid reservoir 5 ...

Page 311: ...ures below 32 F 0 C State or local regulations on Volatile Organic Compounds VOC s may restrict use of the most common antifreeze methanol Washer fluids containing non methanol antifreeze agents should be used only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging the vehicle s paint finish wiper blades and windshield washer system RWARNING Washer solution contains methanol which is poisono...

Page 312: ... 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 wipers across the windshield may damage them Wiper ...

Page 313: ... the Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet To replace the MicronAirH air filter 1 Open the hood Move the vacuum hose at the rear passenger side of the engine compartment by pulling the hose clips off the leaf screen and removing the loose clip With a coin or screwdriver turn the four retainers on the leaf screen 90 and pull them straight out Remove the leaf screen A Removing the vacuum hose clip...

Page 314: ...l there is enough clearance to remove it A Removing the water shield 3 Remove the old filter by sliding it forward out of the plastic tray then towards the center of the vehicle until there is enough clearance to remove it 4 Install the new filter by compressing it and sliding it into the plastic tray Push the left rear corner back and down to seat it in the 5 ...

Page 315: ...stall the two screws that hold the shield in place 6 Reinstall the leaf screen Tuck the left rear corner of the screen under the top of the fender then lower the screen into position Reinstall the four retainers turning them 90 to lock them into place Reinstall the vacuum line hose clips and the one loose clip in the notches in the leaf screen Tires Look at your tires each time you fill your fuel ...

Page 316: ...personal injury Under some circumstances driving at very high speeds for extended periods of time may also result in damage to vehicle components creating a risk of failure and potential loss of vehicle control At least once 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 ha...

Page 317: ...nents resulting in personal injury In the event of continuous operation at high speed the cold air pressure in all tires must be increased by 4 p s i 28 kpa when compared to the inflation pressure shown on the tire decal posted in the glove compartment Under no circumstances should you exceed maximum tire inflation pressure which is molded on the tire outer side wall Your vehicle has been equipped...

Page 318: ... make sure your tires wear evenly and last longer rotate them as indicated in the Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet Rotate the tires according to the following diagram Do not include the spare tire as part of your rotation If you notice that the tires wear unevenly have them checked A Rotating the tires 5 ...

Page 319: ...a wear band appears across the entire tread Some spots wear more heavily than others RWARNING When replacing full size tires never mix radial bias belted or bias type tires Use only the tire sizes that are listed on the tire pressure decal Make sure that all tires are the same size speed rating and load carrying capacity Use only the tire combinations recommended on the decal If you do not follow ...

Page 320: ...Regulations Part 575 104 c 2 U S Department of Transportation Tire quality grades The U S Department of Transportation requires Ford to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For...

Page 321: ...ity to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard N...

Page 322: ...he law requires them where you live If you choose to use chains on your vehicle s tires be aware of the following Tire chains may scratch or chip aluminum wheels IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT TIRE CHAINS ARE INSTALLED ON STEEL WHEELS ONLY Be sure to remove wheel covers if equipped from steel rims before using tire chains to avoid scratches or damage Local regulations may prohibit or restrict the use of t...

Page 323: ...ng the Wheels Wash the wheels with the same detergent you use to wash your vehicle s body Do not use acid based wheel cleaners steel wool abrasives fuel or strong detergents These substances will damage the 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 Air Filter To replace the engine air filter unclip...

Page 324: ...be checked Checking the Automatic Transaxle Fluid With the vehicle on a level surface and the brake pedal fully applied start the engine and move the gearshift selector through all of the gears Allow sufficient time for each position to engage Securely latch the gearshift selector in the P Park position Fully set the parking brake and leave the engine running Wipe off the dipstick cap and pull the...

Page 325: ...y 20 miles 32 km The fluid level should be within the crosshatched area on the dipstick NOTE If the vehicle has been operated for an extended period at high speeds driven in city traffic during hot weather or has been pulling a trailer the vehicle should 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 th...

Page 326: ...st once a year You can do this by looking at the fluid level in the plastic reservoir on the master cylinder See The Engine Types in this chapter to locate the master cylinder The fluid level should be at or near the MAX mark RWARNING Brake fluid contains polyglycol ethers and polyglycols Avoid contact with eyes Wash hands thoroughly after handling If brake fluid contacts eyes flush eyes with runn...

Page 327: ... the reservoir above the MAX line If you find that the fluid level is excessively low below the seam or ridge on the outside of the plastic reservoir have the brake system inspected RWARNING Do not let the reservoir for the master cylinder run dry This may cause the brakes to fail B The brake fluid reservoir 5 ...

Page 328: ...ture range 2 While the engine idles turn the steering wheel back and forth several times Make sure that the cap assembly is installed at this time 3 Then turn the engine off 3 0L Vulcan engine 4 Check the fluid level on the dipstick which is highlighted in yellow in your vehicle The fluid level should be between the arrows in the FULL HOT range which is marked on the side of the dipstick opposite ...

Page 329: ...ly 3 0L Duratec engine 4 Check the fluid level in the power steering fluid reservoir The fluid level should be between the MIN and MAX lines on the side of the reservoir 5 If the power steering fluid is below the MIN mark add fluid in small amounts until the level is between the MIN and MAX lines on the side of the reservoir 5 ...

Page 330: ...a long period of time before adding fluid This can damage the power steering pump If you check the power steering fluid when it is cold make sure that the fluid reaches the FULL COLD range on the dipstick 3 0L Vulcan or MIN on the reservoir 3 0L Duratec The reading will only be accurate if the fluid temperature is approximately 50 F to 85 F 10 C to 30 C 5 ...

Page 331: ...urrent fuses should only be repaired or replaced by your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer The following charts tell you which circuit protector protects each electrical part of your vehicle If a fuse blows all the parts of your vehicle that use the circuit will not work Once you have determined which fuses to check follow the procedures under Checking and replacing fuses later in this chapter RWARNI...

Page 332: ...The instrument panel fuses and relays The instrument panel fuse panel location 5 ...

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Page 336: ...bution box fuses and relays RWARNING Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses Ford recommends that high current fuses be replaced by a qualified technician The power distribution box location 5 ...

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Page 339: ...nd the fuse you want to check The diagram on the cover tells you where to locate the fuse on the panel 3 Check the fuse to see if it is blown To remove the fuse use the pulling tool attached to the inside cover of the fuse panel Look through the clear side of the fuse to see if the metal wire inside is separated If it is the fuse should be replaced Fuse puller tool and fuse 5 ...

Page 340: ...WARNING Always replace a fuse with one that has the right amperage rating Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and could possibly start a fire 5 Put the cover back on Even after you replace a fuse it will continue to blow if you do not find what caused the 5 ...

Page 341: ...nals side markers license plate lamp The alignment of your headlamps should be checked if oncoming motorists frequently signal you to turn off your vehicle s high beams when you do not have the high beams on the headlamps do not seem to give you enough light to see clearly at night the headlamps are not aligned so that they point slightly down and to the right 5 ...

Page 342: ...ropped Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch the glass part The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the headlamps are operated Keep the bulb out of children s reach 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 af...

Page 343: ...d the driver s side headlamp 3 Remove the electrical connector from the bulb by pulling the connector 4 Remove the bulb retaining ring by rotating it counterclockwise when viewed from the rear about an eighth of a turn to free it from the bulb socket and by sliding the ring off the plastic base Keep the ring It is to be used again to retain the new bulb 5 Carefully remove the bulb from its socket ...

Page 344: ...ise until you feel a stop 3 Push the electrical connector into the rear of the plastic base until it snaps locking it into position 4 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 Aiming Headlamps Your vehicle is equipped with a Vehicle Headlamp Aim Device VHAD on the headlamp refl...

Page 345: ...s accurately known and does not differ by more than 1 2 from true level A difference of 2 27 inches in height of the surface between the front and rear wheels corresponds to 1 2 slope If the vertical adjuster is within s 4 graduations about zero the vertical headlamp aim is within specification and if the horizontal adjuster is within s 2 graduations about zero the horizontal headlamp aim is withi...

Page 346: ...ble level vertical aim indicator It is visible when viewed from above and to the rear of the headlamp 2 With the vehicle on a level surface use a 4mm wrench to turn the vertical aim adjustment screw outboard screw located on the back of the lamp assembly clockwise or counterclockwise until the bubble in the spirit level is centered when viewed from directly above the bubble 3 Close the hood If the...

Page 347: ...lb If you have the sedan your vehicle has a brakelamp mounted in the rear window called a high mount brakelamp The wagon has a high mount brakelamp on the outside You may need to remove this lamp to replace the brakelamp bulb D Parts of the high mount brakelamp sedan Sedan To remove the brakelamp 1 Remove the package tray trim 2 Push the attachment toward the rear window 3 Slide the brakelamp up a...

Page 348: ...ab slots 3 Push down and toward the rear window to engage the tabs 4 Push attachment toward the rear window and line up the slot in the attachment with the edge of the sheet metal hole 5 Release the attachment slot onto the sheet metal hole 6 Replace the package tray trim Wagon A Parts of the high mount brakelamp wagon 5 ...

Page 349: ...place 3 Lift the whole assembly off of the vehicle from the outside 4 Disconnect the bulbs To install the brakelamp 1 Install the bulbs 2 Position the brakelamp into the tailgate holes 3 From the inside of the vehicle install and tighten the four nuts that hold the brakelamp in place 4 Install the interior trim panel 5 ...

Page 350: ...Using the right bulbs 326 H 5 ...

Page 351: ...compartment In addition malfunctions in the engine or exhaust system can result in excessive exhaust system temperatures Under extreme conditions for example towing a trailer up a steep hill on a very hot day with a malfunctioning engine or exhaust system excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the fuel system the interior floor covering or other vehicle components possibly causing a fire and ...

Page 352: ...r than Ford or Motorcraft parts or Ford authorized remanufactured parts are used for maintenance replacements or for the service of components affecting emissions control such non Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability It is the owner s responsibility to determine the equivalency of such parts Please consult your warranty booklet for compl...

Page 353: ...emission control device or prevent it from working In some of the United States and in Canada vehicle owners may be liable if their emission control device is removed or is prevented from working Never use a metal exhaust collector when you service your vehicle If the metal collector contacts any of your vehicle s plastic trim or bumper parts they could melt or deform Do not drive your vehicle if ...

Page 354: ...he 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 perform this drive cycle as it would any other type of repair work OBD II Drive Cycle...

Page 355: ...p and idle modes at 10 seconds each b acceleration from idles at 1 4 to 1 2 throttle position and c choose 3 different speeds to do 1 5 minute steady state throttle drives 7 Accelerate the vehicle up to between 45 and 60 mph 72 97 km h This should take approximately 5 minutes 8 Drive vehicle and hold the throttle steady at the selected speed between 45 and 60 mph 72 97 km h for approximately 5 min...

Page 356: ...Refill Capacities Motorcraft Parts and Lubricant Specifications Refill Capacities 328 L 5 ...

Page 357: ...Motorcraft Parts 0 K 5 ...

Page 358: ...Lubricant Specifications 720 S 5 ...

Page 359: ...otect against rust and damage 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 stainless steel parts with a thick coat of auto wax to prevent discoloration Re wax as necessary when the vehicle ...

Page 360: ...E During extended periods of vehicle storage 60 days or more fuel may deteriorate 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...

Page 361: ...attery charge is maintained 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 Tires Maintain recommended air pressure Miscellaneous Make sure all linkages cables levers and clevis pins under vehicle are covered with grease to prevent rust Move vehicles at least 2...

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Page 374: ...31 wearing safety belts 23 Air cleaner filter location 261 replacing 296 Air conditioning electronic automatic temperature control system 95 manual heating and air conditioning system 93 Alarm activating remote personal 135 Antifreeze see Engine coolant 276 Anti lock brake system ABS description 204 warning light 83 Anti theft lug nuts and key 230 Anti theft system triggering 137 warning light 90 ...

Page 375: ...isposal recycling 283 replacement specifications 330 servicing 282 when storing your vehicle 334 Brake fluid brake warning light 75 checking and adding 299 specifications 331 Brakelamp high mount brakelamp 320 lamp out warning light 89 Brakes anti lock 204 anti lock brake system ABS warning light 83 applying the brakes 203 brake warning light 75 fluid checking and adding 299 fluid refill capacitie...

Page 376: ... see Child safety seats 34 Catalytic converter 324 CD player see Electronic sound system 181 Changing a tire 221 Charging system warning light 76 Childproof locks 125 Child safety restraints 32 child safety belts 59 child safety seats 34 Child safety seats and air bags 34 attaching with tether straps 46 automatic locking mode retractor 13 in front seat 37 in rear outboard seat 37 Chime headlamps o...

Page 377: ...ectronic sound system 181 Console description 156 Coolant see Engine coolant checking and adding 276 drain and flush 281 preparing for storage 334 refill capacities 281 specifications 331 temperature gauge 84 Cooling fan 256 Cruise control see Speed control 120 Cupholder s 157 Customer Assistance Center Ford U S 238 Customer Assistance Centre Ford of Canada 238 D Daytime running light system 107 D...

Page 378: ...on 176 tuning the radio 172 warranty and service information 190 Electronic stereo cassette radio see Electronic sound system 172 Electronic stereo radio see Electronic sound system 172 Emergencies roadside assistance 235 battery acid spills 218 jump starting 217 towing 232 Emergency brake parking brake 205 Emission control system catalytic converter 324 emissions warranty 325 Engine fuel pump shu...

Page 379: ...er specifications 330 refill capacities 329 specifications 331 synthetic oil 273 break in oils 6 Entry system keyless 128 Exhaust fumes 71 Extended Service Plan Ford 5 F Flashers hazard 118 Flashing the lights 116 Flat tire 221 Floor mats 152 Fluid refill capacities 329 Ford Customer Assistance Center 238 Ford Dispute Settlement Board 239 Ford Extended Service Plan 5 Ford Motor Company of Canada 2...

Page 380: ...shut off switch starting after a collision 68 Fuse panels instrument panel 305 power distribution box 309 Fuses checking and replacing 312 G Gas cap see Fuel cap 263 Gas mileage see Fuel economy 270 Gasoline see Fuel 263 Gauges Mechanical engine coolant temperature gauge 84 fuel gauge 84 odometer 85 speedometer 85 tachometer 86 trip odometer 86 GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating definition 209 location...

Page 381: ...16 high beam 115 replacing bulbs 315 turning on and off 106 warning chime 79 Head restraints 145 Heated mirrors 104 Heating electronic automatic temperature control system 95 manual heating and air conditioning system 93 High beams indicator light 78 operation 107 High mount brakelamp replacing the bulb 320 Hitch 214 Hood latch location 258 lubrication specifications 331 release lever 258 Horn 119...

Page 382: ...92 Interval wipers 117 J Jack positioning 226 Jump starting your vehicle attaching cables 219 disconnecting cables 221 K Keyless entry system locking and unlocking doors 130 programming entry code 129 Keys positions of the ignition 61 removing from the ignition 62 stuck in lock position 62 L Lamps bulb replacement specifications chart 323 daytime running light system 107 dome lamps 111 flashing th...

Page 383: ... 75 charging system 76 door ajar 79 engine oil pressure 77 high beam 78 lamp out 89 low fuel 89 low washer fluid 88 oil pressure 77 overdrive off 90 safety belt 75 service engine soon 80 speed control 83 turn signal indicator 82 Load limits GAWR 209 GVWR 209 trailer towing 212 Lubricant specifications 331 Luggage rack 163 Lug nuts anti theft 230 standard 227 tightening sequence 228 Lumbar support ...

Page 384: ...orcraft parts 330 N National Highway Traffic Safety Administration 243 O Octane rating 265 Odometer description 85 trip odometer 86 Oil filter 330 Oil see Engine oil 273 Oil viscosity 273 On board diagnostic OBD II system 327 Overdrive 194 200 P Panic alarm feature remote entry system 135 Parking brake operation 205 warning light 75 Parts see Motorcraft Parts 330 PCV valve specifications 330 Phone...

Page 385: ... R Radio see Electronic sound systems 172 Rear window defroster 104 washer 105 washer reservoir 284 Refill capacities for fluids 329 Relays 304 Remote entry system arming and disarming the anti theft system 135 locking unlocking doors 134 panic alarm 135 replacement additional transmitters 137 replacing the batteries 136 Restraints safety see Safety restraints adult 9 child 32 head 145 infant 32 R...

Page 386: ...ren 32 for infants 32 for pregnant women 10 maintenance 22 replacement 22 warning light and chime 75 Safety seats for children and air bags 34 attaching with tether straps 46 automatic locking mode retractor 13 in rear outboard 37 Seats adjusting the seat manual 146 adjusting the seats power 148 child safety seats 34 cleaning upholstery 151 head restraints 145 lumbar support 149 split folding rear...

Page 387: ...ccelerating 122 canceling a set speed 124 indicator light 83 resetting 123 resuming a set speed 124 tap up tap down 123 124 turning off 124 when towing a trailer 122 216 Speedometer 85 Starting your vehicle starting a cold engine 65 starting after a collision 68 starting a warm engine 65 starting your vehicle if the battery is disabled 217 Steering power 202 Steering wheel horn 119 locking 61 spee...

Page 388: ...221 checking the pressure 289 replacing 292 rotating 291 storing your vehicle 334 tire grades 293 Towing a trailer see Trailer towing 212 Towing your vehicle with a tow truck 232 Trailer towing calculating maximum trailer weight 212 safety chains 215 trailer brakes 215 trailer lamps 216 Transaxle fluid checking and adding automatic 297 fluid refill capacities 329 lubricant specifications 331 Trip ...

Page 389: ... Sun visor 154 W Wagon cargo cover 162 cargo net 162 liftgate window wiper and washer 105 luggage rack 163 Warm engine starting 65 Warning chimes headlamps on 79 safety belt 75 Warning lights see Lights 73 Warranties radio 190 Warranty Information Booklet 4 Washer fluid rear window reservoir 284 reservoir 283 warning light 88 Weight limits GAWR GVWR 209 Wheels anti theft lugnuts 230 covers 229 lug...

Page 390: ...wn 142 power windows operating 141 rear defrosting 104 Windshield defrosting 95 102 Windshield washer fluid and wipers checking and adding fluid 283 checking and replacing wiper blades 285 liftgate reservoir 284 low washer fluid light 88 operation 116 ...

Page 391: ...Service Station Information 113 F 5 ...

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