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3. Visually inspect the fluid level in
the power steering reservoir.

4. If necessary, add power steering
fluid until the fluid level reaches
MAX. Do not overfill the power
steering reservoir.

•

As a maintenance precaution,
visually inspect the lines and
hoses of the power steering
system for leaks and damage.

•

If new fluid is frequently
required, consult a qualified
service technician.

•

Use fluid certified to meet Ford
Motor Company lubricant
specifications. Refer to

Refill

capacities

and

Lubricant

specifications

later in this

chapter.

CHECKING AND ADDING
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
FLUID

Check the automatic transmission
fluid according to the scheduled
intervals in the

Service Guide

Before adding any fluid, make sure
the correct type will be used. This
information is indicated on the
dipstick.

Your vehicle should not be
driven if the fluid level is

below the bottom hole in the
dipstick and outside
temperatures are above 10°C
(50°F).

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FLU

MAX

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Maintenance and care

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Summary of Contents for 1997

Page 1: ...Seating and safety restraints 59 STARTING AND DRIVING Starting your vehicle 89 Driving 96 Roadside emergencies 118 SERVICING Maintenance and care 136 Capacities and specifications 185 Reporting safety defects 192 Index 193 Filling station information 200 Table of contents 1 ...

Page 2: ...all Warnings carefully Notice to owners of utility type vehicles As with other vehicles of this type failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or an accident Be sure to read Special driving instructions for AWD vehicles later in this Owner s Guide and the special supplement included with AWD and 4x4 vehicles entitled Four Wheeling Four Wheeling presents safe driving p...

Page 3: ...ve Do not drive at one speed for a long time Use only the type of engine oil Ford recommends Do not use special break in oils Avoid sudden stops The break in period for brake linings lasts for 1 600 km 1 000 miles of highway driving or 160 km 100 miles of city driving Information about this guide This guide describes equipment and gives specifications for equipment that was in effect when this gui...

Page 4: ...olant temperature gauge pg 7 Tachometer pg 6 Warning lights pg 8 Speed control pg 23 Speedometer pg 6 Engine oil pressure gauge pg 7 Gearshift includes overdrive button pg 26 Charging system gauge pg 7 Driver air bag pg 78 Turn signal and wiper washer control pg 24 Tilt steering wheel lever pg 27 Instrument panel dimmer switch pg 14 Headlamp control pg 13 Hazard flasher control not shown pg 27 Fue...

Page 5: ...BY SYSTEM EJ TAPE CD COMP 5 SHUFFLE 6 PUSH OFF A C MAX A C OFF HI R WIPE Electronic sound system refer to Audio Guide premium stereo cassette with CD DJ shown pg 16 Vents pg 17 Rear wiper washer control pg 15 Rear window defroster control pg 15 Fog lamp control pg 16 Climate controls pg 17 Instrumentation 5 ...

Page 6: ... RPMx1000 1 2 3 4 5 6 H H L L H C F E 0 20 10 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 110 120 0 0 0 0 0 0 o o o o 100 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 MPH km h 0 20 10 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 110 120 0 0 0 0 0 0 o o o o km h MPH 100 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 0 UNLEADED FUEL ONLY RPMx1000 1 2 3 4 5 6 Instrumentation 6 ...

Page 7: ...ip odometer and reset button H C F E H L H L 0 20 10 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 110 120 0 0 0 0 0 0 o o o o 100 km h MPH 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 0 20 10 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 110 120 0 0 0 0 0 0 o o o o 100 km h MPH 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 Instrumentation 7 ...

Page 8: ...e generator or charging system FUEL RESET illuminates when the ignition key is turned to ON and the fuel pump shutoff switch has been triggered Refer to Fuel pump shutoff switch in Roadside emergencies for more information illuminates when the air bag system requires servicing 0 20 10 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 110 200 0 0 0 0 0 0 o o o o 100 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 0 ABS P R N D 2 1 UNLEADED FU...

Page 9: ...safety belt is not buckled The light will remain illuminated for one to two minutes or until the safety belt is buckled SPEED CONT illuminates when the engine is running and speed control is turned on P BRAKE ABS 0 ABS P R N D 2 1 UNLEADED FUEL ONLY RPMx1000 1 2 3 4 5 6 H H L L ANTI THEFT CHECK ENGINE O D OFF SPEED CONT H C F E P DOOR AJAR BRAKE 0 20 10 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 110 120 0 0 0 0 0 0 o o...

Page 10: ...ission serviced by your dealer as soon as possible If this condition persists your transmission may be damaged CHECK ENGINE illuminates when the emission control system requires service THEFT if equipped illuminates when the anti theft system is arming and flashes when the anti theft system is armed Refer to Interior features for additional information regarding the anti theft system illuminates w...

Page 11: ...the safety belt warning chime Supplemental restraint system SRS warning chime Refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter for information on the SRS warning chime Key in ignition warning chime A warning chime sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the OFF LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver s door is opened 0 ABS P R N D 2 1 UNLEADED FUEL ONLY RPMx1000 1 2 3 4 5 6 H H L L CHEC...

Page 12: ...Headlamps on warning chime A warning chime sounds when the headlamps are on and key is not in the ignition the ignition is off and a door is opened Instrumentation 12 ...

Page 13: ...1000 1 2 3 4 5 6 H C E F RSM SET ACC COAST OFF ON OFF SRS HI LO OFF A C MAX A C REW 1 FF 2 SIDE 1 2 3 FM 1 ST VOL PUSH ON AM FM BASS TREB BAL FADE AUTO SET CLK SEEK TUNE DISCS SCAN 4 DOLBY SYSTEM EJ TAPE CD COMP 5 SHUFFLE 6 PUSH 0 20 10 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 110 120 0 0 0 0 0 0 o o o o km h 100 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 0 P R N D 2 1 UNLEADED FUEL ONLY RPMx1000 1 2 3 4 5 6 H C F E RSM SET ACC...

Page 14: ... and parking lamps Turn on your headlamps at dusk Failure to do so may result in a collision Panel dimmer dial Instrument panel illumination interior lamps and cargo lamp brightness can be adjusted with this dial Move thumbwheel up to brighten lamps Move thumbwheel down to dim lamps 0 P R N D 2 1 UNLEADED FUEL ONLY RPMx1000 1 2 3 4 5 6 H C F E RSM SET ACC COAST OFF ON OFF SRS OFF DIM 0 20 10 30 40...

Page 15: ...0 1 2 3 4 5 6 H C F E RSM SET ACC COAST OFF ON OFF SRS HI LO OFF A C MAX A C REW 1 FF 2 SIDE 1 2 3 FM 1 ST VOL PUSH ON AM FM BASS TREB BAL FADE AUTO SET CLK SEEK TUNE DISCS SCAN 4 DOLBY SYSTEM EJ TAPE CD COMP 5 SHUFFLE 6 PUSH OFF HI R WIPE PUSH 0 P R N D 2 1 UNLEADED FUEL ONLY RPMx1000 1 2 3 4 5 6 H C RSM SET ACC COAST OFF ON OFF SBS HI LO OFF A C MAX A C REW 1 FF 2 SIDE 1 2 3 FM 1 ST VOL PUSH ON ...

Page 16: ...h Refer to the Roadside emergencies chapter for instructions on how to operate the fuel pump shutoff switch 0 P R N D 2 1 km h UNLEADED FUEL ONLY RPMx1000 1 2 3 4 5 6 H C F E RSM SET ACC COAST OFF ON OFF SRS HI LO OFF A C MAX A C REW 1 FF 2 SIDE 1 2 3 FM 1 ST VOL PUSH ON AM FM BASS TREB BAL FADE AUTO SET CLK SEEK TUNE DISCS SCAN 4 DOLBY SYSTEM EJ TAPE CD COMP 5 SHUFFLE 6 PUSH 0 20 10 30 40 50 60 7...

Page 17: ...X A C REW 1 FF 2 SIDE 1 2 3 FM 1 ST VOL PUSH ON AM FM BASS TREB BAL FADE AUTO SET CLK SEEK TUNE DISCS SCAN 4 DOLBY SYSTEM EJ TAPE CD COMP 5 SHUFFLE 6 PUSH OFF A C MAX A C 0 P R N D 2 1 UNLEADED FUEL ONLY RPMx1000 1 2 3 4 5 6 H C F E RSM SET ACC COAST OFF ON OFF SRS HI LO OFF A C MAX A C REW 1 FF 2 SIDE 1 2 3 FM 1 ST VOL PUSH ON AM FM BASS TREB BAL FADE AUTO SET CLK SEEK TUNE DISCS SCAN 4 DOLBY SYS...

Page 18: ...imate controls Turn the temperature control to the desired temperature Turn the fan speed control to the desired speed Turn the mode control to the desired airflow position OFF A C MAX A C Controls and features 18 ...

Page 19: ... 140 160 180 0 P R N D 2 1 UNLEADED FUEL ONLY RPMx1000 1 2 3 4 5 6 H C F E RSM SET ACC COAST OFF ON OFF SRS HI LO OFF A C MAX A C REW 1 FF 2 SIDE 1 2 3 FM 1 ST VOL PUSH ON AM FM BASS TREB BAL FADE AUTO SET CLK SEEK TUNE DISCS SCAN 4 DOLBY SYSTEM EJ TAPE CD COMP 5 SHUFFLE 6 PUSH 0 20 10 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 110 200 0 0 0 0 0 0 o o o o km h 100 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 0 P R N D 2 1 UNLEADED ...

Page 20: ...r will close and the fan is shut off Drive with the climate control system on in either the heating or air conditioning mode to reduce humidity in your vehicle 0 P R N D 2 1 UNLEADED FUEL ONLY RPMx1000 1 2 3 4 5 6 H C F E 0 20 10 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 110 200 0 0 0 0 0 0 o o o o km h 100 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 RSM SET ACC COAST OFF ON OFF SRS HI LO OFF A C MAX A C REW 1 FF 2 SIDE 1 2 3 FM ...

Page 21: ...um Ventilating with outside air Set mode control to turn the temperature control to the desired temperature and turn fan speed control to desired position Maximum windshield defrosting Set mode control to turn temperature control to maximum heat red and set fan speed control to maximum speed To prevent air intake restriction remove any snow ice or leaves from the air intake area located directly u...

Page 22: ...cessories and allows the gearshift lever and steering wheel to move ON tests the warning lights The key remains here when engine is running START cranks the engine The key returns to ON when released 0 0 P R N D 2 1 UNLEADED FUEL ONLY RPMx1000 1 2 3 4 5 6 H C F E RSM SET ACC COAST OFF ON SRS H H L L 0 20 10 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 110 120 0 0 0 0 0 0 o o o o km h 100 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 O...

Page 23: ...speed control on SPEED CONT will illuminate in the instrument cluster Press OFF to turn speed control off When turned off the previously programmed set speed will be erased 0 P R N D 2 1 UNLEADED FUEL ONLY RPMx1000 1 2 3 4 5 6 H C F E RSM SET ACC COAST OFF ON SRS H H L L OFF ON 0 20 10 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 110 120 0 0 0 0 0 0 o o o o km h 100 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 Controls and features 2...

Page 24: ... end once for a single wipe Push and hold for a constant cycle Turn the dial to adjust wiper speed 0 P R N D 2 1 UNLEADED FUEL ONLY RPMx1000 1 2 3 4 5 6 H C F E RSM SET ACC COAST OFF ON SRS H H L L RSM SET ACCEL COAST 0 20 10 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 110 120 0 0 0 0 0 0 o o o o km h 100 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 0 P R N D 2 1 UNLEADED FUEL ONLY RPMx1000 1 2 3 4 5 6 H C F E RSM SET ACC COAST OFF ...

Page 25: ...function Push the lever down to activate the left turn signal Push the lever up to activate the right turn signal 0 P R N D 2 1 UNLEADED FUEL ONLY RPMx1000 1 2 3 4 5 6 H C F E RSM SET ACC COAST OFF ON SRS H H L L 0 20 10 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 110 120 0 0 0 0 0 0 o o o o km h 100 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 Controls and features 25 ...

Page 26: ...e instrument cluster Transmission will operate in gears 1 3 To return to normal overdrive mode press the transmission control switch again O D OFF will turn off When starting your vehicle the transmission will automatically return to normal overdrive mode Deactivate overdrive when driving with a heavy load driving in hilly areas additional engine braking is desired 0 P R N D 2 1 UNLEADED FUEL ONLY...

Page 27: ...s you and move the wheel to the desired position 0 P R N D 2 1 UNLEADED FUEL ONLY RPMx1000 1 2 3 4 5 6 H C F E RSM SET ACC COAST OFF ON SRS H H L L 0 20 10 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 110 120 0 0 0 0 0 0 o o o o km h 100 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 0 P R N D 2 1 UNLEADED FUEL ONLY RPMx1000 1 2 3 4 5 6 H C F E RSM SET ACC COAST OFF ON SRS H H L L 0 20 10 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 110 120 0 0 0 0 0 0 o o o ...

Page 28: ... Overhead console if equipped The console includes compass temperature display map lamps storage compartment garage door opener actuator moon roof control if equipped OPEN GARAGE LAMP MODE LAMP Controls and features 28 ...

Page 29: ...e outside temperature is below 4 C 39 F the word ICE will flash alternately with the temperature for one minute Compass accuracy can be affected when driving by large buildings bridges power lines and powerful antennas Compass accuracy can also be affected by magnetic objects placed in or on the vehicle There are two types of compass adjustments zone and calibration OPEN GARAGE LAMP MODE LAMP 73 N...

Page 30: ...will show the current zone number 3 Press the MODE button until the desired zone number appears Wait three seconds The display will flash and then return to normal operation Zone is now updated Compass calibration adjustment Perform this adjustment in an open area free from steel structures and high voltage lines 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 LAMP MODE LAMP 9 VAR Controls and features 30 ...

Page 31: ...ress either the driver or passenger button to turn map lamps on or off Storage compartment if equipped Press the OPEN button to open the storage compartment The door will open slightly and can be moved to full open Installing a garage door opener The storage compartment can be converted to activate a variety of aftermarket garage door openers LAMP MODE LAMP CAL OPEN GARAGE MODE LAMP LAMP MODE LAMP...

Page 32: ...mitter opposite of actuator button 3 Place transmitter into storage compartment button down 4 Place the provided height adapters onto the back side of the GARAGE button as needed 5 Press the GARAGE button to activate the transmitter OPEN MODE LAMP LAMP GARAGE Controls and features 32 ...

Page 33: ...imming mirror if equipped Autolamp The autolamp sets the headlamps to turn on and off automatically You can set the autolamp to turn on the lamps automatically at night turn off the lamps automatically during daylight keep the lamps on for up to three minutes after you turn the key to OFF Setting autolamp 1 Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position If the headlamp switch is on you overr...

Page 34: ...e autolamp automatic dimming mirror is equipped with an automatic dimming feature This feature will change from the normal state to the non glare active state when bright lights glare reach the mirror When the mirror detects bright light from the front or behind it will adjust automatically to minimize glare The automatic dimming feature is active when the ignition is turned to the ON position Whe...

Page 35: ...window has a one touch down feature When the AUTO switch is fully pressed the driver side window will move completely down This feature can be canceled by pressing the driver side power window button again Press rocker switch to open the passenger window Press rocker switch to close the passenger window U AUTO L DOOR LOCK WINDOW LOCK U AUTO L DOOR LOCK WINDOW LOCK Controls and features 35 ...

Page 36: ...ow s Your vehicle has a power window lock feature When the power window lock feature is enabled the passenger and the rear seat power windows cannot be operated by passengers Press rocker switch to enable power window lock U AUTO L DOOR LOCK WINDOW LOCK U AUTO L DOOR LOCK WINDOW LOCK Controls and features 36 ...

Page 37: ...switch to close window Rear seat passengers Press rocker switch to open right rear window Press rocker switch to close right rear window Press rocker switch to open left rear window Press rocker switch to close left rear window L U DOOR LOCK WINDOW Controls and features 37 ...

Page 38: ...all doors and liftgate Press L once to lock all doors and liftgate Passenger side Press U once to unlock all doors and liftgate Press L once to lock all doors and liftgate U AUTO L DOOR LOCK WINDOW LOCK L U DOOR LOCK WINDOW Controls and features 38 ...

Page 39: ...tgate Press opposite side to lock all doors and liftgate Childproof locks for rear doors When you set these locks the rear doors cannot be opened from the inside The rear doors can still be opened from the outside when the lock knobs are raised DOOR LOCK Controls and features 39 ...

Page 40: ...ever to UNLOCK position down to disengage the lock Two step unlock feature if equipped This feature allows you to unlock all vehicle doors with the key 1 Unlock driver door 2 Repeat unlock procedure within 4 seconds All doors and Controls and features 40 ...

Page 41: ...ss entry keypad or the UNLOCK button is pressed on the remote entry transmitter see Remote entry system or Keyless entry system for further information The system will automatically turn off after 25 seconds or when the ignition switch is turned to START or ON position The inside lights will not turn off if you have turned them on with the dimmer thumbwheel or if any door is open However the batte...

Page 42: ... the center off position CONSOLE CONTROLS Center console Your vehicle has a center console that is equipped with the following features Auxiliary power point Utility compartment Ashtray Cupholders Tissue tray Utility compartment with cassette compact disc storage and coinholder Compact disc changer if equipped Use only soft cups in the cupholder Hard objects can injure you in a collision Controls ...

Page 43: ...ical accessories into the cigarette lighter Use the power point Replacing the tissue box 1 Lift armrest and slide coinholder tissue box out of console in an upward motion 2 Replace tissue box 3 Slide coinholder tissue tray into console locating pins at bottom of tray Fit in slots in console bracket Controls and features 43 ...

Page 44: ...ur vehicle is equipped with a rear console that includes the following features 1 Air vents 2 Audio system controls refer to Audio Guide 3 Rear seat climate control direction and fan controls 4 Cupholders Controls and features 44 ...

Page 45: ...ontrols Turn the air distribution dial to the desired airflow position Turn the fan speed dial to the desired position SEEK VOLUME BAND MEMORY SEEK VOLUME BAND MEMORY SEEK VOLUME BAND MEMORY Controls and features 45 ...

Page 46: ...ents Select for air to flow through these vents Cargo area controls Cargo cover if equipped Your vehicle is equipped with a cargo shade that covers the luggage compartment of your vehicle SEEK VOLUME BAND MEMORY SEEK VOLUME BAND MEMORY Controls and features 46 ...

Page 47: ... not in use Rewinding shade to regain lost tension Over time the cargo shade may lose its spring tension If this happens then follow these instructions to rewind the shade You will need the help of another person 1 Remove the shade from the side anchor slots by compressing telescoping tube Extend the shade fully Make sure smooth grain is facing you 2 Wrap the vinyl around the roller tube twice Tuc...

Page 48: ... right end cap The clutch should now engage and stop the shade from losing its spring tension 6 Unfold the vinyl and place it into the end cap slots 7 Insert the shade into the side mounting brackets the opening for the right mounting bracket is narrower than the left Check to see if the shade operates properly Spare tire and jack Your vehicle is equipped with a full size spare tire located behind...

Page 49: ...s the keyless entry system You can also program your own 5 digit personal entry code The factory set code is located in the owner s wallet card in the glove compartment taped to the computer module Programming personal entry code 1 Enter factory set code keypad will illuminate when pressed 2 Press 1 2 within five seconds of Step 1 3 Enter your personal 5 digit code Enter each digit within five sec...

Page 50: ...ithin five seconds of Step 1 3 Wait six seconds The system will now only respond to the factory set code Unlocking the doors with the keyless entry system 1 Enter either factory set code or personal code Driver door will unlock and interior lamps will illuminate 2 Press 3 4 button within five seconds of unlocking driver door Passenger doors and liftgate will unlock If five seconds expire you must ...

Page 51: ...disarm the anti theft system enter either the factory set code or your personal code Doors liftgate and liftgate window must be fully closed for the anti theft system to arm See Anti theft system for more details Autolock Autolock is a feature of the keyless entry system and is enabled at the factory Autolock will automatically lock all doors and liftgate when all vehicle doors liftgate and liftga...

Page 52: ...e 3 4 button while holding 7 8 button 4 Release 7 8 button To re activate autolock repeat Steps 1 4 Remote keyless entry system if equipped The remote entry system allows you to lock or unlock all vehicle doors without using a key The remote entry system also arms and disarms the anti theft system see Anti theft system later in this chapter for more information The remote entry system only operate...

Page 53: ... Press the LOCK button a second time within 5 seconds to confirm that all doors and liftgate are locked The doors will lock again the horn will chirp and the lamps will flash This will arm your anti theft system If the horn chirps twice a door is still ajar and the anti theft system will not arm See Anti theft system for more details Remote entry personal alarm The remote entry personal alarm feat...

Page 54: ...ou notice a decrease in operating range replace the transmitter batteries Replacement batteries can be purchased at most pharmacies or through your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer The transmitter is powered by two coin type three volt lithium 2016 batteries The operating range of the remote entry transmitters can also be affected by adverse weather conditions nearby radio tv towers or large structu...

Page 55: ...al transmitters up to four can be used from your dealer Use the following instructions to re program the key fobs Re programming your key fob s 1 Insert key into ignition 2 Rotate key to ON five times DO NOT START THE ENGINE Keep key in ON position the fifth time Locks will lock unlock by themselves 3 Push UNLOCK on first key fob Doors will lock unlock to indicate key fob has been programmed 4 Rep...

Page 56: ...oor and press the power lock button OR Press the 7 8 and 9 0 buttons on the keyless entry keypad see Keyless entry system for more information Identifying system indicators While the system is arming the THEFT indicator will illuminate for 30 seconds After 30 seconds the THEFT indicator will flash If the system is armed with the doors open THEFT will stay illuminated until all doors are closed Aft...

Page 57: ...tem is properly disarmed How to disarm the system To cancel an armed system you must press the UNLOCK button on the remote entry transmitter OR unlock any door with the key OR turn the ignition switch to the ON position OR unlock the doors by entering the unlock code into the keyless entry keypad How to deactivate a triggered system To immediately cancel an activated system press the PANIC button ...

Page 58: ...attery saver Battery saver is a feature that automatically shuts off power to these lights after 40 minutes glove box engine compartment overhead console mirror courtesy and interior lamps Battery saver prevents the battery from being drained if these lights are left on or if a door is not completely closed Battery power is restored if the remote entry transmitter is used any door is opened the li...

Page 59: ...FRONT BUCKET SEATS Adjusting manual seats Lift to move the seat forward or backward Pull up to recline the seat Seating and safety restraints 59 ...

Page 60: ...Adjusting power seats if equipped Pull up to recline the seat Press to tilt front and rear of seat up or down Seating and safety restraints 60 ...

Page 61: ...Press in the desired direction to raise or lower the seat or to move the seat backward or forward Push to increase or decrease lumbar support Seating and safety restraints 61 ...

Page 62: ... is equipped with a built in child seat the seatback cannot be folded down unless the built in child seat is fully stowed 1 Push the lower release handle downward to unlatch seat back 2 Rotate seatback downward into the load floor position 3 Push down on the top outboard area of the seatback until you hear a click The seat is latched in the load floor position Seating and safety restraints 62 ...

Page 63: ...NS The use of safety belts helps to restrain you and your passengers in case of a collision In most states and in Canada the law requires the use of safety belts To reduce the risk of serious injury in a collision always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips Safety belts must be worn by all vehicle occupants to be properly restrained and help reduc...

Page 64: ...Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly USING THE SAFETY RESTRAINTS PROPERLY Combination lap and shoulder belts 1 To connect the safety belt insert the tongue into slot in the buckle 2 To disconnect the safety belt push the red release button and remove th...

Page 65: ...der belt length adjustment to your movement and locking in response to vehicle movement For example if the driver brakes suddenly turns a corner sharply or the vehicle receives an impact of 8 km h 5 mph or more the combination safety belts will lock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers The front seat belt system can also be made to lock manually by quickly pulling on the sh...

Page 66: ... mode is not available on the driver safety belt When to use the automatic locking mode When a tight lap shoulder belt fit is desired Any time a child safety seat is installed in the vehicle Refer to Children and infant or child safety seats later in this section How to use the automatic locking mode 1 Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt Seating and safety restraints 66 ...

Page 67: ... automatic locking mode Disconnect the combination lap shoulder belt and allow it to completely retract to cancel the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive emergency locking mode Front seat safety belt height adjustment Your vehicle has safety belt height adjustments for the driver and passenger seating positions Adjust the height of the shoulder belt so the belt rests across t...

Page 68: ... it is locked in place Center rear lap belt The center rear seating position has a lap belt with retractor To unfasten the safety belt 1 Push the release button on the buckle This allows the tongue to unlatch from the buckle 2 While the belt retracts guide the tongue to its stowed position If you do not guide the tongue it may strike you or part of the vehicle Seating and safety restraints 68 ...

Page 69: ...ator light is illuminated and the warning chime is sounding The safety belt indicator light and the warning chime turn off The safety belt is buckled before the ignition key is turned to ON Both the safety belt warning light and chime remain off SAFETY BELT MAINTENANCE Check the safety belt systems periodically to make sure that they work properly and are not damaged Check the safety belts to make...

Page 70: ...under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision Lincoln Mercury recommends that all safety belt assemblies used in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced However if the collision was minor and a qualified technician finds that the belts do not show damage and continue to operate properly they do not need to be replaced Safety belt assemblies no...

Page 71: ...he safety belt is too short for you when fully extended Do not use extension to change 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 Cleaning the safety belts Clean the safety belts with a mild soap solution recommended for cleaning upholstery or carpets Do not bleach or dy...

Page 72: ... areas that may come into contact with a deploying air bag Failure to follow this instruction may increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a collision Do not attempt to service repair or modify the air bag supplemental restraint system or its fuses See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer Rear facing child seats or infant carriers should never be placed in the front seat Air bags and ai...

Page 73: ...stem wiring the air bag system readiness light the air bag back up power and the air bag ignitors The air bags inflate within a fraction of a second after air bag sensors detect a severe frontal collision Gas generators within the air bags fill the air bags with a non toxic non flammable gas After the vehicle occupants have contacted the air bags the gas empties through holes in the air E OFF 0 0 ...

Page 74: ...s functional If you hear a group of five beeps or if the warning light does not illuminate stays lit or flashes the air bag system requires immediate service Have the vehicle serviced at your dealer CHILD RESTRAINT PRECAUTIONS You are required by law to use safety restraints in the United States and Canada If small children ride in your vehicle generally children who are four years of age or young...

Page 75: ... who are too large for child safety seats as specified by the manufacturer of your child safety seat should always wear their safety belts Follow all the important safety restraint and air bag precautions that apply to adult passengers in your vehicle If the shoulder belt portion of a combination lap and shoulder belt can be positioned so it does not cross or rest in front of the child s face or n...

Page 76: ...top or collision When installing a child safety seat Use the correct safety belt buckle for that seating position Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle Keep the buckle release button pointing up and away from the safety seat with the tongue between the child seat and the release button to prevent accidental unbuckling Place seatbacks in the upright position Put the safety belt in...

Page 77: ...ation lap and shoulder belt If you choose to install a child safety seat in the front passenger seat move the seat as far back as possible Rear facing child seats or infant carriers should never be placed in the front seat 2 Pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together Seating and safety restraints 77 ...

Page 78: ...le for that seating position until you hear and feel the latch engage Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it 5 Grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until all of the belt is extracted and a click is heard to put the retractor in the automatic locking mode 6 Allow the belt to retract The belt will click as it retracts to indicate it is in the automatic locking ...

Page 79: ...rward and back to make sure the seat is securely held in place 10 Try to pull belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is in the automatic locking mode you should not be able to pull more belt out If the retractor is not locked unbuckle the belt and repeat Steps 2 through 9 Check to make sure the child seat is properly secured before each use Using a tether strap Ford recommends using ...

Page 80: ...n is used Follow the child seat manufacturer s instructions for installing a child seat with a tether strap Ford recommends you attach tethered safety seats in a rear seating position with the tether strap attached to the tether anchoring bracket as shown in the instructions provided with the tether anchor kit If a tethered seat must be installed in the front passenger seat 1 Buckle the safety bel...

Page 81: ...Canadian motor vehicle safety standards Read the labels located on the child seat cushion and shoulder belt for information on the built in child seat Use the built in child seat only under the following conditions Child s Age Child s Weight Child s Height At least 1 year 10 27 kg 22 60 lb Shoulders must be below the shoulder harness slots on the built in child seat Children not meeting these requ...

Page 82: ...ver use the built in child seat as a booster cushion with the adult safety belts A child using the adult belts could slide forward and out from under the safety belts The rear seatback must be fully locked before operating the child restraint system 1 Grasp the pull strap and pull toward you approximately one inch then slide hand under head restraint and slide upwards to full position Seating and ...

Page 83: ...2 Pull both Velcrot straps to release child seat cushion 3 Lower child seat cushion Seating and safety restraints 83 ...

Page 84: ... 5 If connected disconnect the chest clip and buckles 6 Place the child in the seat and position the left shoulder belt over the child s left shoulder first then place the right shoulder belt over the child s right shoulder Seating and safety restraints 84 ...

Page 85: ...ues do not latch in the buckle do not use the child seat See your dealer for repairs 8 Fasten the left and right chest clip halves together and adjust the clip up or down to comfortably hold the shoulder belts in place on the child s chest The chest clip is designed to easily pull apart in the event of an accident The clip helps keep the belts on a squirming or sleeping child Seating and safety re...

Page 86: ...t placed in the ALR mode the child seat shoulder belts are in a vehicle sensitive emergency locking mode adjusting shoulder belt tightness in response to vehicle movement Activating the automatic locking mode ALR on the built in child seat 1 Pull out right shoulder belt fully 2 Allow the belts to tighten snugly against child s shoulders Canceling the automatic locking mode ALR on the built in chil...

Page 87: ...aged hold either left or right shoulder belt fully out while helping the child slide his arms out of the belts 4 Fold the cushion protector flap onto the child seat cushion Slide the belt tongues up and out of the way of the cushion then return the child seat cushion to the stowed upright position 5 Slide the Velcrot straps through the D rings on the child seat cushion and attach 6 Slide head rest...

Page 88: ...spected 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 they do not need to be replaced Built in child seats not in use during a collision should also be inspected and repl...

Page 89: ...st system which can start a fire Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or other enclosed area Never sit in a stopped vehicle for more than a short period of time with the engine running Exhaust fumes are toxic See Guarding against exhaust fumes later in this chapter for more instructions PREPARING TO START YOUR VEHICLE Before starting the vehicle 1 Make sure all vehicle occupants have buckl...

Page 90: ...ft lever is in P Park 4 Turn the key to the ON position without turning the key to START OFF 0 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200 P R N D 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 o o o o MPH km h UNLEADED FUEL ONLY RPMx1000 1 2 3 4 5 6 H C F E RSM SET ACC COAST OFF ON SRS H H L L ON START LOCK ACCESSORY OFF Starting your vehicle 90 ...

Page 91: ...l return to the ON position 2 After idling for a few seconds apply the brake and release the parking brake Special conditions when starting Starting a cold engine At temperatures 12 C 10 F and below do not hold the key in the START position longer than 15 0 ABS P R N D 2 1 UNLEADED FUEL ONLY RPMx1000 1 2 3 4 5 6 H H L L ANTI THEFT CHECK ENGINE O D OFF SPEED CONT H C F E P DOOR AJAR BRAKE CHECK GAG...

Page 92: ...tion key to LOCK and wait approximately five seconds 2 Try starting the engine again Starting a warm engine Do not hold the key in the START position for longer than five seconds If the engine does not start on the first attempt 1 Turn the ignition key to LOCK and wait a few seconds until the starter stops 2 Try starting the engine again Starting the engine after two failed attempts warm or cold I...

Page 93: ... equipped To prevent electrical shock do not use your engine block heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two pronged cheater adapters Engine block heaters are strongly recommended if you live in a region where temperatures reach 23 C 10 F or below An engine block heater works by warming the engine coolant This improves engine starting by warming the engine faster Engine block heater operati...

Page 94: ...effects If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes Have the exhaust and body ventilation system checked whenever The vehicle is raised for service The sound of the exhaust system changes The vehicle has been damaged in a collision Starting your vehicle 94 ...

Page 95: ...n area for long periods of time open the windows at least 2 5 cm 1 inch Adjust the heating or air conditioning to bring in fresh air Improve vehicle ventilation by keeping all air inlet vents clear of snow leaves and other debris OFF A C MAX A C U AUTO L DOOR LOCK Starting your vehicle 95 ...

Page 96: ... or gravel Be careful when braking The ABS conducts a self test each time the vehicle is driven A mechanical noise may be heard while the system conducts its self test Occasional brake squeal during light to moderate stops is normal Significantly increased squeal is an indicator that brake service is needed After driving through standing water gently apply the brakes several times to dry them If d...

Page 97: ...he light in the instrument cluster illuminates and remains illuminated when the ignition is turned to ON until the parking brake is released Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P Park The parking brake is not designed to stop a moving vehicle However if the normal brakes fail the parking brake can be used to stop your vehicle in an emergency S...

Page 98: ...g light remains on have the brakes checked immediately They may not be working properly AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION 4R70W Hold the brake pedal down while you move the gearshift from position to position If you do not hold the brake pedal down your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone Driving 98 ...

Page 99: ...ly and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P Park R Reverse Always come to a complete stop before shifting into or out of R Reverse N Neutral Vehicle is free to roll Do not leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the N Neutral position Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition when leaving the vehicle P R N D 2 1 P R N D 2 1 Driving 99 ...

Page 100: ...gears 1 3 Provides more engine braking than D Overdrive and is useful when towing a trailer or heavy loads through hilly areas To return to normal overdrive mode press the transmission control switch again O D OFF will turn off When starting your vehicle the transmission will automatically return to normal D Overdrive mode 2 Second Use 2 Second to start up on slippery roads or to provide additiona...

Page 101: ...erlock feature that prevents the gearshift from being moved from P unless the brake pedal is depressed If you cannot move the gearshift out of P with the brake pedal depressed 1 Apply the parking brake 2 Turn ignition key to LOCK then remove the key 3 Insert the key and turn to OFF 4 Apply brake pedal and shift to N Neutral 5 Start the vehicle If it is necessary to use the above procedure to move ...

Page 102: ...ires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander ALL WHEEL DRIVE AWD SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle is equipped with a full time All Wheel Drive AWD transfer case Power is constantly supplied to all four wheels through a transfer case The AWD system is full time and has no external controls The AWD transfer case utilizes a viscous clutch that distributes torque to the front and rear differential...

Page 103: ... DRIVING OFF ROAD WITH ALL WHEEL DRIVE AWD Your vehicle is specially equipped for driving on sand snow mud and rough terrain and has operating characteristics that are somewhat different from conventional vehicles both on and off road The following information will help you learn to properly use AWD When using AWD maintain steering wheel control at all times especially in rough terrain Since sudde...

Page 104: ...d and water If you must drive through high water drive slowly Traction or brake capability may be limited When driving through water determine the depth avoid water higher than the bottom of the hubs if possible and proceed slowly If the ignition system gets wet the vehicle may stall Once through water always try the brakes Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes Drying can...

Page 105: ...es You could lose traction and slip sideways Drive straight up straight down or avoid the hill completely Know the conditions on the other side of a hill before driving over the crest When climbing a steep hill start in a lower gear rather than downshifting to a lower gear from a higher gear once the ascent has started This reduces strain on the engine and the possibility of stalling When descendi...

Page 106: ...fting out of D Overdrive into D Drive Driving on snow and ice An AWD vehicle has advantages over two wheel drive vehicles in snow and ice but can skid like any other vehicle Avoid sudden applications of power and quick changes of direction on snow and ice Apply the accelerator slowly and steadily when starting from a full stop When braking apply the brakes as you normally would In order to allow t...

Page 107: ... outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly Before loading a vehicle familiarize yourself with the following terms Base Curb Weight Weight of th...

Page 108: ...gers optional equipment and cargo The GVWR is specific to each particular vehicle and is listed on the Safety Compliance Certification Label on the driver s door pillar GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating Carrying capacity for each axle system front and rear This amount is specific to each particular vehicle and is listed on the Safety Compliance Certification Label on the driver s door pillar GCWR Gros...

Page 109: ...o tow It is determined by subtracting the weight of the loaded towing vehicle from the GCWR for the towing vehicle Trailer Weight Range Specified weight range that the trailer must fall within that ranges from zero to the maximum trailer weight rating Remember to figure in the tongue load of your loaded trailer when figuring the total weight If the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the Safety Complian...

Page 110: ...is chapter Do not exceed the maximum loads stated on the Safety Compliance Certification Label Refer to Vehicle loading for a definition of the terms on the label Your vehicle s load capacity is designated by weight not by volume so you cannot necessarily use all available space when loading a vehicle Distribute the trailer load so that only 10 to 15 of the total weight of the trailer is on the to...

Page 111: ...le can carry tow 1 Use the Safety Compliance Certification Label to find the axle code number and engine type for your vehicle 2 Use the appropriate maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating GCWR chart to find the maximum GCWR for your type engine and rear axle ratio 3 Weigh your vehicle as you customarily operate the vehicle without cargo To obtain correct weights try taking your vehicle to a shipping...

Page 112: ...2 To determine the maximum trailer weight designed for your particular vehicle as equipped follow the section Calculating the load your vehicle can carry tow earlier in this section Preparing to tow Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure it is properly attached to your vehicle See your dealer or a reliable trailer dealer if you require assistance Hitches Do not use or install ...

Page 113: ...unted trailer hitch attach the safety chains to the frame mounted hitch using the recommendations supplied by the hitch manufacturer Trailer brakes Trailer brakes are required on most towed vehicles weighing over 680 kg 1500 lb Use electric brakes or manual automatic or surge type hydraulic brakes that meet Federal and local regulations Install and adjust the brakes according to the manufacturer s...

Page 114: ...roperly the warning lights in the instrument cluster may not work properly Driving while you tow Do not drive faster than 88km h 55 mph while towing a trailer Do not drive faster than 72 km h 45 mph while towing in hilly country or on hot days Speed control may shut off if you are towing on very long steep grades When towing a trailer Use D 3rd gear rather than D Overdrive while towing up or down ...

Page 115: ...other obstacles Allow more room for stopping with a trailer attached The trailer tongue weight should be 10 15 of the loaded trailer weight for a Class I or II rear bumper hitch After you have travelled about 80 km 50 miles thoroughly check your hitch electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts When stopped in traffic for long periods of time in hot weather place the gearshift in P Park to i...

Page 116: ...Axle Weight Rating GAWR Use the following steps to adjust the luggage rack Turn adjustment wheel backward to unlock crossbar and slide crossbar forward or backward Turn adjustment wheel forward to lock crossbar FUEL CONSUMPTION Fuel economy can be improved by avoiding lack of regular scheduled maintenance excessive speed rapid acceleration driving with the brake pedal depressed Driving 116 ...

Page 117: ... of speed control in hilly terrain extended use of the air conditioner defroster rear window defroster and other accessories underinflated tires heavy loads aftermarket add ons such as bike ski or luggage racks bug deflectors etc Driving 117 ...

Page 118: ...jolt If the vehicle does not start it is possible that the fuel pump shutoff switch needs to be reset If you see or smell fuel do not reset the switch or try to start your vehicle Have all the passengers get out of the vehicle and call the local fire department or a towing service 0 P R N D 2 1 UNLEADED FUEL ONLY RPMx1000 1 2 3 4 5 6 H C F E RSM SET ACC COAST OFF ON SRS H H L L 0 20 10 30 40 50 60...

Page 119: ... fuse may have blown Blown fuses are identified by a broken wire Check the appropriate fuses before replacing any electrical components Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire Roadside emergencies 119 ...

Page 120: ...fuse link Yellow 80 amp fuse link Black 100 amp fuse link Blue Even after a fuse is replaced it will continue to blow if the cause of the overload is not identified and corrected If a fuse continues to blow have the vehicle s electrical system checked Passenger compartment fuse panel Pull panel outward to access passenger compartment fuse panel Roadside emergencies 120 ...

Page 121: ... Circuits Protected 1 7 5 amp Power mirror power antenna 2 7 5 amp High mount brakelamp 3 15 amp Parking lamps 4 10 amp Left headlamp 5 10 amp Data link connector 6 7 5 amp Air bag system blower relay 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 29 30 3 5 3 6 31 32 33 34 27 28 Roadside emergencies 121 ...

Page 122: ...e wiper washer front washer 13 15 amp Brake on off switch 14 10 amp Anti lock system 15 7 5 amp Air bag system instrument cluster 16 30 amp Wiper run relay 17 15 amp Cigar lighter 18 15 amp A C system 19 25 amp Ignition coil PCM system 20 7 5 amp Radio power antenna GEM system anti theft 21 15 amp Turn hazard flasher 22 10 amp Turn signals 23 10 amp Rear wiper system 24 10 amp Anti theft relay 25 ...

Page 123: ...ights glove box lamp overhead lamp visor lamps accessory delay dimmer switch illumination 28 7 5 amp GEM system 29 10 amp Audio system 30 Not used 31 7 5 amp Rear blower motor relay 32 7 5 amp Heated rear window 33 15 amp DRL module RH and LH headlamp instrument cluster 34 7 5 amp Luxury audio system 35 Not used 36 Not used Roadside emergencies 123 ...

Page 124: ...s the power distribution box The high current fuses in the power distribution box protect your vehicle s main electrical systems from overloads The high current fuses are coded as follows 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 8 4 7 3 6 2 5 1 11 10 9 1 Roadside emergencies 124 ...

Page 125: ...over to the power distribution box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs Maxi fuses Fuse Amps Circuits protected 1 30 amp Rear window defrost relay 2 30 amp PCM power relay 3 20 amp Fuel pump relay RAP module 4 20 amp Headlamps autolamps multi function switch 5 30 amp 4WABS pump relay 6 30 amp 4WABS main relay 7 20 amp Trailer tow relays Roadside emergencies 125 ...

Page 126: ...p Horn relay Powertrain control module PCM 12 Not used 13 60 amp Hazard flasher brake ON OFF switch cigar lighter power antenna power mirrors autolamps instrument cluster GEM radio blower motor relay 14 60 amp Ignition switch Mini fuses Fuse Amps Circuits protected 1 30 amp Premium sound 2 15 amp Liftgate wiper relays 3 30 amp Auxiliary power 4 10 amp Air bag diagnostic monitor 5 Not used Roadside...

Page 127: ...le 9 Not used 10 Not used 11 20 amp HEGO system Relays Relays are located in the power distribution box Relays receive signals from components or systems and transfer these signals to activate or deactivate other components or systems Mercury recommends that relays be replaced by a qualified technician 6 5 3 2 1 4 2 1 Roadside emergencies 127 ...

Page 128: ...6 Fuel pump relay Diode number Circuits connected 1 ABS diode 2 PCM diode CHANGING TIRES Tire change procedure 1 Park on a level surface 2 Activate the hazard flashers 3 Set the parking brake 4 Place the gearshift in P Park 5 Block the diagonally opposite wheel 6 Remove the jack and lug wrench Roadside emergencies 128 ...

Page 129: ...e to the lug wrench 9 Insert drive section of the jack handle into the actuator hole and turn counterclockwise until the cable is slack enough to allow spare tire to be pulled rearward from under the vehicle 10 Slide spare tire rearward and remove retainer Roadside emergencies 129 ...

Page 130: ...the tapered end of the lug nut wrench at the pry off notches may result in damage to the finish of the wheel and ornament 12 Loosen the wheel lug nuts with the lug wrench about one half turn 13 Position the jack on the lower suspension arm to raise front wheel Roadside emergencies 130 ...

Page 131: ...uts and tighten until snug Use of wheel or lug nuts other than original equipment could cause damage to the wheel or mounting system and allow the wheels to come off while the vehicle is in motion 17 Lower the vehicle and tighten the wheel lug nuts as shown 18 Unblock the wheels and put the flat tire jack jack handle and lug wrench away Stowing flat tires Stow aluminum wheel and tire with valve st...

Page 132: ... damage To protect yourself when charging a battery always shield your face and eyes Make sure that you can breath fresh air Batteries contain sulfuric acid which burns skin eyes and clothing If the acid touches someone s skin eyes or clothing immediately flush the area with water for at least 15 minutes If someone swallows the acid have him or her drink lots of milk or water first then Milk of Ma...

Page 133: ...e vehicles close to each other but do not allow the vehicles to touch each other Check to make sure neither battery is disconnected Remove any excessive corrosion from the battery terminals Turn on the heater fan in each vehicle to prevent damage from voltage surges To jump start the vehicle connect the jumper cables in the following order 1 Disabled battery positive terminal 2 Booster battery pos...

Page 134: ...art the engine in the vehicle with the disabled battery 7 After a few minutes the disabled battery should be recharged Disconnect the jumper cables in reverse order Let the vehicle idle for a few minutes to allow the engine to relearn the proper idle conditions Avoid using unnecessary electrical accessories for a short while to let the battery fully recharge A battery charger may need to be used t...

Page 135: ...nded that your vehicle be towed with wheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment Do not tow with slingbelt equipment Ford Motor Company has not developed or approved a T hook or slingbelt towing procedure Roadside emergencies 135 ...

Page 136: ...ice of your vehicle easy If your vehicle requires professional servicing your dealership can provide the necessary parts and service Check the Warranty Guide to find out which parts and services are covered Use only recommended fuels lubricants fluids and service parts conforming to Ford specifications Motorcraft parts are designed and built to provide the best performance in your vehicle Precauti...

Page 137: ... cigarettes and other smoking materials away from the battery and all fuel related parts Working with the engine off 1 Set the parking brake and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P Park 2 Turn the engine off and remove the key from the ignition 3 Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly 0 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200 P R N D 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 o o o ...

Page 138: ... long hair Opening the hood 1 Inside the vehicle pull the hood release handle located under the steering column 2 While applying downward pressure on the hood push the hood latch handle located behind the grille near the center front of the vehicle to the left 3 Lift the hood After closing the hood try to lift it to be sure that it is closed securely Lubricate the hood latch every six months to en...

Page 139: ...ervoir V 3 Engine oil filler tube V 4 Automatic transmission dipstick V 5 Brake master cylinder V 6 Power distribution box V 7 Battery V 8 Radiator cap V 9 Power steering fluid reservoir V 10 Engine oil dipstick V 11 Ignition coil packs V 12 Air cleaner 3 4 5 6 2 1 12 11 10 8 7 9 5 0L V8 Maintenance and care 139 ...

Page 140: ...tes down to 25 C 15 F Do not use non detergent oils oils labeled API SA SB SC SD SE SF or SG additional engine oil additives oil treatments or engine treatments Additional engine oil additives oil treatments or engine treatments are never needed and could under certain conditions lead to engine damage which is not covered by your Ford warranty Synthetic engine oils which are CERTIFIED and of the p...

Page 141: ... ground 2 Depress the parking brake Place the gearshift in P Park 3 Open the hood Protect yourself from engine heat 4 Remove the engine oil dipstick and wipe clean Reinsert the dipstick fully then remove it again The oil level should be between the MIN and MAX lines If the oil level lies between the MIN and MAX lines there is no need to add 5 If the oil level is below the MIN line add engine oil a...

Page 142: ... has caused cancer in laboratory rats Ford production and aftermarket Motorcraft oil filters are designed for added engine protection and long life If a replacement oil filter is used that does not meet Ford material and design specifications startup engine noises or knock may be experienced It is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter or another brand meeting Ford specification...

Page 143: ...ithin 1 89 of the MAX line on the reservoir Do not exceed MAX Use only a DOT 3 brake fluid certified to meet Ford specification ESA M6C25 A Refer to Lubricant specifications Brake fluid is toxic If you use brake fluid that is not DOT 3 you will cause permanent damage Do not let the reservoir in the master cylinder run dry This may cause the brakes to fail MAX Maintenance and care 143 ...

Page 144: ...ly inspect the fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir If washer fluid needs to be added to the reservoir 1 Lift the washer fluid reservoir cover 2 Add enough washer fluid to fill the reservoir WASHER FLU I D ONLY Maintenance and care 144 ...

Page 145: ...lant has not been checked for a long period of time the engine coolant reservoir may eventually empty If this occurs add engine coolant to the coolant reservoir For more information on engine coolant maintenance refer to Adding engine coolant to the reservoir in this chapter Automotive fluids are not interchangeable do not use engine coolant antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of their s...

Page 146: ...ine to overheat on a warm day Do not use engine coolant that does not meet all 14 requirements of Ford Specification ESE M97B44 A The use of an improper coolant may void your warranty for the engine cooling system Use only a premium nationally recognized brand name engine coolant Always dispose of used automotive fluids in a responsible manner Follow your community s standards for disposing of the...

Page 147: ...een released remove the recovery cap 5 Stand away from the reservoir opening hot steam may blow out or hot engine coolant may even splash out 6 Add engine coolant until the level is between the MAX and MIN lines on the engine coolant recovery reservoir Follow the recommended service interval for changing engine coolant as outlined in the Service Guide For coolant recovery reservoir capacity refer ...

Page 148: ...s for deterioration leaks loose clamps CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid at least twice a year by completing the following steps 1 Start the engine 2 When the engine coolant temperature gauge reaches the normal zone turn off the engine C H Maintenance and care 148 ...

Page 149: ...t Ford Motor Company lubricant specifications Refer to Refill capacities and Lubricant specifications later in this chapter CHECKING AND ADDING AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID Check the automatic transmission fluid according to the scheduled intervals in the Service Guide Before adding any fluid make sure the correct type will be used This information is indicated on the dipstick Your vehicle should ...

Page 150: ...t driving to obtain a normal operating temperature if the outside temperature is above 10 C 50 F If the vehicle has been operated for an extended period at high speeds in city traffic during hot weather or pulling a trailer the vehicle should be turned off for about 30 minutes to allow the fluid to cool before checking 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface 2 Start the engine and move the gearshift...

Page 151: ...overfill occurs excess fluid should be removed by a qualified technician Use fluid certified to meet Ford Motor Company lubricant specifications Refer to Refill capacities and Lubricant specifications later in this chapter Always 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 fin...

Page 152: ...g and inspect the fluid level 3 Fluid level should be at the bottom of the opening When adding transfer case fluid Use fluid certified to meet Ford Motor Company lubricant specifications Refer to Refill capacities and Lubricant specifications later in this chapter Maintenance and care 152 ...

Page 153: ...duce explosive gases that can cause personal injury Do not allow flames sparks or lit smoking materials to come near the battery When charging or working near a battery always cover your face protect your eyes and provide ventilation Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn skin eyes and clothing Applying too much pressure on the ends when lifting a battery could cause acid to spill Lift the ...

Page 154: ...or a possible malfunction Your vehicle is equipped with a battery saver control feature designed to prevent your battery from accidental wear down due to doors left ajar For information on the system and how it works see Interior overhead lamp in the Controls and features chapter Because your vehicle s engine is electronically controlled by a computer some control conditions are maintained by powe...

Page 155: ...ffected until the idle is eventually relearned If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed the clock and preset radio stations must be reset once the battery is reconnected Always dispose of used automotive batteries in a responsible manner Follow your community s standards for disposal Call your local recycling center to find out more about recycling automotive batter...

Page 156: ...r and replace it with a new element 3 Replace the two halves of the air cleaner and secure the clamp CHECKING AND CHANGING WIPER BLADES Check the windshield wiper blades at least twice a year or whenever the wipers seem less effective than usual Substances such as tree sap and some hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes can reduce the effectiveness of wiper blades Maintenance and care 15...

Page 157: ...operly after cleaning replacement of the blade assembly or the blade element may be necessary There are two different length wiper blades on your vehicle The windshield wiper blades are 45 cm 17 75 in long and the liftgate wiper is 34 9 cm 13 3 4 in long Make sure you install the correct size wiper blade in the correct location To replace windshield wiper blades 1 Pull the wiper arm away from the ...

Page 158: ... the tire s sidewall These Tire Quality Grades are determined by standards that the United States Department of Transportation has set Tire Quality Grades apply to new pneumatic tires for use on passenger cars They do not apply to deep tread winter type snow tires space saver or temporary use spare tires tires with nominal rim diameters of 25 4 cm to 30 48 cm 10 to 12 in or limited production tire...

Page 159: ...er and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction A B C The temperature grades from highest to lowest are A B and C These grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tir...

Page 160: ...mance which all passenger tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades A and B represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed under inflation or excessive loading either separately or in com...

Page 161: ...lar Improperly inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly possibly resulting in loss of vehicle control Rotating your tires Rotate your tires at regular intervals to ensure even wear Rotation intervals are listed in the Service Guide Your wheels and tires are match mounted for improved ride Before you begin a tire repair mark the wheel and tire to ensure proper alignment when...

Page 162: ...e treads 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 all replacement tires are of the same size type load carrying capacity and tread design e g All Terrain as originally offered by Ford Maintenance and care 162 ...

Page 163: ...be the same size for AWD equipped vehicles SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS Snow tires must be the same size and grade as the tires you currently have on your vehicle The tires on your vehicle have all weather treads to provide traction in rain and snow However in some climates you may need to use snow tires and chains Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains Use only SAE Class S chains Insta...

Page 164: ... chains on dry roads The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage Do not remove these components from your vehicle when using snow tires and chains WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUEL Do not overfill the fuel tank The pressure in an overfilled tank may cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire If you do not use a proper fuel cap the pressure in the fuel tank ca...

Page 165: ...ore fueling your vehicle Automotive fuels can be harmful or fatal if swallowed If fuel is swallowed call a physician immediately even if no symptoms are apparent The toxic effects of fuels may not be visible for many hours Fuels can also be harmful if absorbed through the skin If fuel is splashed on the skin promptly remove contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water If fuel...

Page 166: ... with an R M 2 octane rating of 87 We do not recommend gasolines labeled as 9regular9 in high altitude areas that are sold with octane ratings of 86 or even less Do not be concerned if your vehicle sometimes knocks lightly However if it knocks heavily under most driving conditions on the recommended octane fuel see your dealer or a qualified service technician to prevent any engine damage Fuel qua...

Page 167: ...vehicle was not designed to use fuel containing manganese based additives such as MMT Additionally vehicles certified to California emission standards indicated on the underhood Vehicle Emissions Control Information label are designed to operate on California reformulated gasolines If California reformulated gasoline is not available when you refuel your vehicle can be operated on non California f...

Page 168: ...lowing equations to calculate fuel economy Liters used x 100 4 Total kilometers travelled Total miles travelled 4 Total gallons used The fuel economy figures provided by the Environmental Protection Agency EPA and Transport Canada TC are obtained from laboratory tests under simulated road conditions and may not reflect actual road conditions or individual driving styles The EPA fuel economy estima...

Page 169: ...your vehicle is in motion Have the services performed according to the intervals in the Service Guide When servicing your vehicle never use a metal exhaust collector A metal collector may melt or deform plastic parts Do not park idle or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system which can start a fire On vehicles...

Page 170: ...ervicing your vehicle never use a metal exhaust collector A metal collector may heat or deform plastic parts Important emission control information By law anyone who manufactures repairs services sells leases trades vehicles or supervises a fleet of vehicles is not permitted to intentionally remove an emission control device or prevent it from working Do not make any unauthorized changes to the ve...

Page 171: ...stem The driving modes required to reach the ready condition consist of a minimum of 30 minutes of city and highway driving as described below 20 minutes of driving in stop and go city type traffic with at least four idle periods 10 minutes of driving on an expressway or highway Before completing the above driving modes the engine must be warmed up and at operating temperature Once started the veh...

Page 172: ...PS Replacing the exterior bulbs It is a good idea to check the operation of the following lights frequently Headlamps High mount brakelamp Tail lamps Brakelamps Backup lamps Hazard flasher Maintenance and care 172 ...

Page 173: ...p housings and affect performance Headlamps Handle a halogen bulb carefully and keep out of children s reach Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch the glass the oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time that the headlamps are operated 1 Make sure that the headlamp switch is in the OFF position 2 Lift the hood and open the hinged headlamp cover LIFT Maintenan...

Page 174: ... to line up the grooves in the plastic base with the tabs in the socket 7 Slip the bulb retaining ring over the plastic base and lock it by rotating it clockwise until you feel it stop 8 Push the electrical connector into the rear of the plastic base until you feel it snap 9 Replace the bulb assembly into the headlamp High mount brakelamp The high mount brakelamp is located just above the rear lif...

Page 175: ... two lower barbed retainers 3 Remove socket from lamp 4 Remove bulb from socket 5 Install bulb in socket 6 Install socket to lamp 7 Replace rear lamp Hazard flasher For more information on the hazard flasher and hazard switch refer to Hazard switch in the Roadside emergencies chapter For bulb replacement see your dealer Maintenance and care 175 ...

Page 176: ...r For bulb replacement see your dealer License plate lamp To change the license plate bulb follow this procedure 1 Use a screwdriver to detach the lamp from the bumper 2 Turn and pull the socket from the lamp and remove the bulb 3 Replace socket into lamp and press lamp back into bumper Maintenance and care 176 ...

Page 177: ...ning clip and pulling the bulb from the assembly 3 Replace the bulb and insert the bulb assembly back into the foglamp 4 Lock bulb assembly into place by turning it clockwise until it stops Interior overhead lamp The interior overhead lamp is located in the overhead console To change the bulb follow this procedure Maintenance and care 177 ...

Page 178: ...move the bulbs rotate bulb holder counterclockwise 90 The bulb and bulb holder will drop out 3 Pull bulb from bulb holder Insert new bulb 4 To replace the bulb holder push up and rotate clockwise 90 5 Replace lens LAMP LAMP MODE LAMP LAMP MODE Maintenance and care 178 ...

Page 179: ...terior Rear back up lamp 2 3156 High mount brakelamp 1 2 License plate lamp 2 194 Rear tail brake lamp 2 3157 Turn lamp 2 3156 Interior Courtesy Lamps Cargo lamp 1 211 2 Dome lamp low series 1 912 Dome lamp high series 1 906 Map lamps 2 168 Map lamps with overhead console if equipped 2 T10 Front door courtesy lamp 1 168 Deluxe map reading lamp dome 2 168 Instrument panel illumination 1 906 Mainten...

Page 180: ... at Lincoln Mercury and Ford authorized radio service centers 2 See your dealer for bulb replacement Natural amber Aiming headlamps 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 headlamp beams are...

Page 181: ...d of the winter to remove deposits left by snow salt and water Remove any aftermarket accessories such as antennas before entering a car wash After washing your vehicle apply the brakes several times to dry them Wax the paintwork of your vehicle once or twice a year This will help retain the glossy finish and water droplets will run off more easily Repairing paint chips Minor scratches or paint da...

Page 182: ...ning plastic parts Some of your vehicle s 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 Cleaning the instrument panel Any cleaner or polish that increases the gloss of the upper portion of the instrument panel should be avoided The dull finish in this a...

Page 183: ...pray with cold water The alternator ignition coil packs and air intake must be covered to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running water in the running engine may cause internal damage Cleaning the wiper blades If the wiper blades do not wipe properly clean both the windshield and the wiper blades using undiluted windshield washer solution or...

Page 184: ... Cleaning and maintaining the safety belts Clean the safety belts with a mild soap solution recommended for cleaning upholstery or carpets Do not bleach or dye the belts because these actions may weaken the belt webbing Check the safety belt system periodically to make sure there are no nicks wear or cuts If your vehicle has been involved in an accident have all the safety belts and child seat anc...

Page 185: ...ylinders 5 8 have an E suffix If any spark plug needs to be replaced use only spark plugs with the service part number suffix letters EE as shown on the engine decal REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Component Capacity Brake fluid Brake master cylinder Fill to line in reservoir1 Engine coolant Engine coolant recovery reservoir and radiator 13 5 L 12 8 qts Engine oil 5 0 L 302 c i d 4 7 L 5 0 qts 2 Fuel 4 do...

Page 186: ...ld washer fluid rear Liftgate washer fluid reservoir 3 1 L 3 3 qts 1 Fill to 6 15 mm 1 49 to 9 169 from the bottom of the filler hole 2 Includes 1 L 1 qt for filter replacement 3 All rear axle lube quantities must be replaced every 160 000 km 100 000 miles or if the axle has been submerged in water Otherwise the lube should not be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected or repair required Re...

Page 187: ... checks and tracks hood latch auxiliary latch and fuel filler door and spring Multi Purpose Grease D0AZ 19584 AA or D7AZ 19584 AA ESB M1C93 A or ESB M1C159 A Steering column U joints clutch linkage pivots parking brake linkage pivots and clevises and transmission control linkage pivots Premium Long Life Grease XG 1C or K ESA M1C75 B Brake master cylinder High Performance DOT 3 Brake Fluid C6AZ 195...

Page 188: ...atic transmission 4R70W Motorcraft MERCONt ATF XT 2 QDX MERCONt Power steering reservoir Motorcraft MERCONt ATF XT 2 QDX MERCONt Parking brake cable Speedometer Cable Lubricant E6TZ 19581 A ESF M1C160 A Accelerator throttle lever ball stud Premium Long Life Grease XG 1 C or K ESA M1C75 B Ford conventional and Traction Lok rear axles1 Motorcraft 75W 40 Premium Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant XY 80W90...

Page 189: ...SL M2C191 A 1 Add 118 ml 4oz of EST M2C118 A Friction Modifier part number C8A2 19B546 A for complete refill of Ford Traction Lok rear axles ENGINE DATA Engine 5 0L 302 CID OHV V 8 Displacement 5 0L 302 CID Bore x Stroke 10 16 x 7 62 cm 4 00 x 3 00 in Induction PCM controlled sequential port fuel injection Ignition PCM controlled distributorless electronic Firing order 1 3 7 2 6 5 4 8 Spark plug g...

Page 190: ...sions A Overall height 1 83 m 67 3 in B Track front rear 1 49 m 58 3 in C Overall width excluding mirrors 1 87 m 70 2 in D Wheelbase 2 83 m 111 9 in E Overall length 4 78 m 184 3 in A B C D E Capacities and specifications 190 ...

Page 191: ...VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER VIN Capacities and specifications 191 ...

Page 192: ...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 or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation 400 Seventh Street Washingt...

Page 193: ...46 47 Cargo cover 46 47 Childproof locks 39 Chime 11 headlamps on 12 key in ignition 11 safety belt 11 69 Cleaning your vehicle built in child seat 184 engine compartment 183 exterior 182 instrument panel 182 plastic parts 182 safety belts 184 washing 181 wheels 182 wiper blades 183 Climate control system 17 18 19 21 air conditioning 21 heating 21 Compass electronic calibration 30 set zone adjustm...

Page 194: ...rument cluster 6 7 8 9 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 21 Instrument panel 13 location of components 4 5 Jump starting your vehicle 132 Keyless entry system 49 50 52 autolock 51 locking and unlocking doors 50 programming entry code 49 Lamps 172 bulb replacement specifications chart 179 headlamps 173 180 high mount brakelamp 174 illuminated entry system 41 map lamps 177 replacing bulbs 172 tail lamps 17...

Page 195: ...anual 59 adjusting the seats power 60 folding rear seats 62 head restraints 62 Servicing your vehicle 136 precautions when servicing 136 138 servicing when you tow 115 Shift lock system 101 Spare tire 48 Speed control 23 Speedometer 6 Starting your vehicle 89 91 preparing to start your vehicle 89 91 starting a warm engine 92 Steering wheel tilting 27 Tachometer 6 Tail lamps bulb replacement 174 Ti...

Page 196: ...Windshield defrosting 21 Windshield washer fluid and wipers checking and replacing wiper blades 156 operation 24 Index 196 ...

Page 197: ...oil displaying the American Petroleum Institute Certification Mark SAE 5W 30 Tire size and pressure See Safety Compliance Certification Label on inside of driver door Hood release location Bottom left of driver side instrument panel Fuel filler location Left rear of vehicle Filling station information 200 ...

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