background image

Optional electronic instrument

cluster

Illuminates to confirm that the air bags are operational. If the light fails
to illuminate, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced
immediately.

Charging system

Illuminates when the battery is not
charging properly.

Engine oil pressure

Illuminates when the oil pressure
falls below the normal range. Check
the oil level and add oil if needed.
Refer to

Engine oil

in the

Maintenance and specifications

chapter.

Low fuel

Illuminates when the fuel level in
the fuel tank is at, or near, empty
(refer to

Fuel gauge

in this chapter

for more information).

Low washer fluid

Illuminates when the windshield
washer fluid is low.

Speed control

Standard analog instrument

cluster

The “CRUISE” light comes on when
the ON control is pressed.

AIR

BAG

CRUISE   SET

Instrument Cluster

13

Summary of Contents for 2002 Villager

Page 1: ...changer 53 Climate Controls 58 Manual heating and air conditioning 58 Electronic automatic temperature control 63 Lights 74 Headlamps 74 Turn signal control 76 Bulb replacement 77 Driver Controls 83 Windshield wiper washer control 83 Steering wheel adjustment 85 Power windows 87 Mirrors 89 Speed control 90 Message center 99 Locks and Security 108 Keys 108 Locks 108 Anti theft system 109 Table of C...

Page 2: ...side Emergencies 173 Getting roadside assistance 173 Hazard flasher switch 174 Fuel pump shut off switch 174 Fuses and relays 175 Changing tires 182 Jump starting 188 Wrecker towing 193 Customer Assistance 194 The dispute settlement board 197 Utilizing the mediation arbitration 200 Getting assistance outside the U S and Canada 200 Ordering additional owner s literature 201 Reporting safety defects...

Page 3: ...icle dimensions 242 Accessories 245 Index 248 All rights reserved Reproduction by any means electronic or mechanical including photocopying recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation Copyright 2002 Ford...

Page 4: ...mit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on acquiring your new Mercury Please take the time to get well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook The more you know and understand about your vehicle the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it For more information on...

Page 5: ...pply to the engine The switch can also be activated through sudden vibration e g collision when parking To reset the switch refer to the Fuel pump shut off switch in the Roadside emergencies chapter SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION Warning symbols in this guide How can you reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possible damage to others your vehicle and its equipment In this guide answers...

Page 6: ...ing the first 1 600 km 1 000 miles of driving vary speeds frequently This is recommended to give the moving parts a chance to break in SPECIAL NOTICES Emission warranty The New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper to Bumper Coverage Safety Restraint Coverage Corrosion Coverage and 7 3L Power Stroke Diesel Engine Coverage In addition your vehicle is eligible for Emissions Defect and Emissions P...

Page 7: ... which can cause malfunctions of the vehicle electronics Therefore you should observe the instructions of the equipment manufacturers Please read the section Air bag in the Seating and safety restraints chapter Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury Front seat mounted rear facing child or baby seats should NEVER be used in front of a passenger side...

Page 8: ...at Child Seat Installation Warning Child Seat Tether Anchorage Brake System Anti Lock Brake System Brake Fluid Non Petroleum Based Traction Control AdvanceTrac Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash Wipe Windshield Defrost Demist Rear Window Defrost Demist Power Windows Front Rear Introduction 8 ...

Page 9: ...m Engine Oil Engine Coolant Engine Coolant Temperature Do Not Open When Hot Battery Avoid Smoking Flames or Sparks Battery Acid Explosive Gas Fan Warning Power Steering Fluid Maintain Correct Fluid Level MAX MIN Emission System Engine Air Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter Jack Check fuel cap Low tire warning Introduction 9 ...

Page 10: ...inates briefly to ensure the system is functional If it comes on after the engine is started one of the engine s emission control systems may be malfunctioning The light may illuminate without a driveability concern being noted The vehicle will usually be drivable and will not require towing km h 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 MPH TRIP A RPM x 1000 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 F...

Page 11: ...onsists of a cold engine startup followed by mixed city highway driving No additional vehicle service is required If the light remains on have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity Light is blinking Engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter You should drive in a moderate fashion avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration and have your vehicle service...

Page 12: ...d To confirm the anti lock brake system ABS warning light is functional it will momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the ON position alternatively for some vehicles when the ignition is moved from the ON position to the START position the light will momentarily illuminate just prior to reaching the START position If the light remains on continues to flash or fails to illuminate ha...

Page 13: ...n the oil pressure falls below the normal range Check the oil level and add oil if needed Refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and specifications chapter Low fuel Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or near empty refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter for more information Low washer fluid Illuminates when the windshield washer fluid is low Speed control Standard analog instrument...

Page 14: ...brake is applied or the ignition is turned to the OFF position O D off Illuminates when the overdrive function has been turned OFF using the Transmission Control Switch TCS on the gearshift If the light does not come on or the light flashes steadily have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible damage to the transmission could occur Door ajar Standard analog instrument cluster Optional electronic...

Page 15: ...king lamps are on the key is removed from the ignition and the driver s door is opened Key in ignition warning chime Sounds when the key is left in the ignition and the driver s door is opened GAUGES Standard analog instrument cluster gauges km h 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 MPH TRIP A RPM x 1000 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 F H C E CRUISE SET P R N D 2 P 1 Instrument Cluster ...

Page 16: ...pter 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 Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot Steam and scalding liquid from a hot cooling system can burn you badly Standard analog instrument cluster ABS AIR BAG SERVICE ENGINE SOON ABS O D...

Page 17: ...ry slightly when the vehicle is in motion or on a grade When refueling the vehicle from empty indication the amount of fuel that can be added will be less than the advertised capacity due to the reserve fuel Standard analog instrument cluster Optional electronic instrument cluster H C N O R M A L F E F E 1 2 Instrument Cluster 17 ...

Page 18: ...ter Optional electronic instrument cluster Refer to Electronic Message Center in the Driver controls chapter for information on how to switch the display from metric to English measurements km h 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 MPH TRIP A 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 CRUISE MPH km h km 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 X 1000 RPM TRIP 1 TRIP 2 ODO CRUISE MPH km h km 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 X 1000 RPM TRIP 1 TRIP 2 Instr...

Page 19: ...he display from Trip 1 and Trip 2 features on the electronic instrument cluster Tachometer Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine Standard analog instrument cluster Optional electronic instrument cluster TRIP A CRUISE MPH km h km 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 X 1000 RPM TRIP 1 TRIP 2 RPM x 1000 0 1 2 ...

Page 20: ...volume If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off the volume will come back on at a nominal listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on FF REW SIDE 1 2 BASS TREB BAL FADE TAPE AMS AM FM CD CLK VOL PUSH ON SHUFFLE COMP CD EJ CD SCAN DISCS TUNE SEEK 3 2 1 4 5 6 VOL PUSH ON VOL PUSH ON Entertainment Systems 20 ...

Page 21: ... audio system s bass output Treble adjust The treble adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system s treble output Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted between the right and left speakers BASS TREB BAL Entertainment Systems 21 ...

Page 22: ... If a selection has been playing for three seconds or more and you press the CD changer will replay that selection from the beginning Press to seek forward to the next track of the current disc After the last track has been completed the first track of the current disc will automatically replay Scan function The scan function works in radio or CD changer mode if equipped Scan function in radio mod...

Page 23: ...l to switch between AM FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations AM FM select in tape mode Press this control to stop tape play and begin radio play AM FM select in CD changer mode if equipped Press this control to stop CD play and begin radio play Radio station memory preset The radio is equipped with six station memory preset controls These controls can be used to select up to six preset AM stations and...

Page 24: ... decrease minutes and to increase minutes The CLK control will allow you to switch between media display mode radio station stereo information etc and clock display mode time When in clock mode the media information will display for 10 seconds when the radio is turned on and then revert to clock information Any time that the media is changed new radio station etc the media information will again d...

Page 25: ... adjust for CD changer if equipped Press to select the previous disc in the CD changer Play will begin on the first track of the disc unless the CD changer is in shuffle mode Refer to Shuffle feature for more information Hold the control to continue reversing through the disc Press to select the next disc in the CD changer Hold the control to fast forward through the remaining discs Tape select To...

Page 26: ...ction on the tape In order to ensure proper operation of the AMS feature the tape MUST have a blank section of at least four seconds duration between programs CD changer select if equipped To enter CD changer mode while in radio or tape mode press the CD control Rewind The rewind control works in tape and CD changer if equipped modes To rewind in tape mode press the SIDE REW control Press the 1 2 ...

Page 27: ...the CD control Press the control again to deactivate fast forward mode Tape direction select Press SIDE and 1 2 at the same time to play the alternate side of a tape Eject function Press the control to stop and eject a tape Compression feature if equipped Compression adjust brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level Press the COMP control to activate and deacti...

Page 28: ... only in tape mode Dolby威 noise reduction reduces the amount of hiss and static during tape playback Press the control to activate and deactivate Dolby威 noise reduction Dolby威 noise reduction is manufactured under license from Dolby威 Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby威 and the double D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Rear audio controls if equippe...

Page 29: ...idual function controls will either illuminate or turn off Those controls which have a function for the specific mode of operation selected will be lit while the controls which have no function for that mode will be turned off Volume power control Press the control to turn the audio system on or off SCAN VOL PUSH ON REW 1 FF 2 SIDE 1 2 3 4 COMP 5 SHUFF 6 AUTO TUNE SEEK SEL BAL FADE MUTE FM AM EJ R...

Page 30: ...turned back on Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system s bass output Treble adjust The treble adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system s treble output Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted between the right and left speakers VOL PUSH ON SEL BASS TREB SEL BASS TREB SEL BAL FADE Entertainment System...

Page 31: ...urn to the beginning of the current selection Press to listen to the next selection on the tape Seek function for CD changer if equipped Press to seek to the previous track of the current disc If a selection has been playing for three seconds or more and you press the CD changer will replay that selection from the beginning Press to seek forward to the next track of the current disc After the last...

Page 32: ...rack at the end of the CD To stop on a particular selection press the control again AM FM select The AM FM select control works in radio tape and CD changer modes if equipped AM FM select in radio mode This control allows you to select AM or FM frequency bands Press the control to switch between AM FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations AM FM select in CD or CD changer mode if equipped Press this contr...

Page 33: ... 3 When the first six strong stations are filled the station stored in memory preset control 1 will start playing If there are less than six strong stations available on the frequency band the remaining memory preset controls will all store the last strong station available To deactivate autoset and return to your audio system s manually set memory stations press the AUTO control again Setting the...

Page 34: ...ger Hold the control to fast forward through the remaining discs Tape CD changer mode select if equipped To begin tape play with a tape loaded into the audio system while in the radio or CD changer mode press the TAPE control Press the button during rewind or fast forward to stop the rewind or fast forward function and begin play To begin CD play if CD s are loaded press the CD control The first t...

Page 35: ...ressing the REW control for less than three seconds results in slow rewind Pressing the control for more than three seconds results in fast rewind Fast forward The fast forward control works in tape and CD changer modes if equipped In the tape mode tape direction will automatically reverse when the end of the tape is reached In CD changer mode pressing the control for less than three seconds resul...

Page 36: ...d Compression adjust brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level Press the COMP control to activate and deactivate compression adjust Shuffle feature if equipped The shuffle feature operates in CD changer mode and plays all tracks on the current disc in random order The shuffle feature continues to the next disc after all tracks are played Press the SHUFFLE cont...

Page 37: ...f with the SEL control Press the RDS CLK control until RDS OFF is displayed Use the SEL control to select ON or OFF Traffic Press the RDS control until TRAFFIC is displayed Use the SEL control to select ON or OFF With the feature on use the SEEK or SCAN control to find a radio station broadcasting a traffic report if it is broadcasting RDS data Traffic information is not available in most U S mark...

Page 38: ...ligious Rock Soft Top 40 Show With RDS activated press the RDS control until SHOW is displayed Use the SEL control to select the program TYPE station NAME or NONE no text displayed Rear audio controls if equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with rear audio controls for the rear seat passengers Refer to Rear Seat Controls in this Chapter for more information SEL RDS CLK SEL Entertainment Systems 3...

Page 39: ...idual function controls will either illuminate or turn off Those controls which have a function for the specific mode of operation selected will be lit while the controls which have no function for that mode will be turned off Volume power control Press the control to turn the audio system on or off FM1 ST REW FF SCAN BASS TREB SEL BAL TAPE DISC EJ CD FADE AUTO RDS CLK SIDE 1 2 COMP SHUFFLE EJ MUT...

Page 40: ...olume level turn the audio system off with the power control before switching off the ignition Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system s bass output Press the BASS control then press to decrease bass output and to increase bass output Treble adjust The treble adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system s treble output VOL PUSH ...

Page 41: ...tween the right and left speakers Press the BAL control then press to shift sound to the left and to shift sound to the right Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound can be adjusted between the front and rear speakers Press the FADE control then press to shift sound to the front and to shift sound to the rear SEL BAL FADE SEL BAL FADE SEL Entertainment Systems 41 ...

Page 42: ...at selection from the beginning Press to seek forward to the next track of the current disc After the last track has been completed the first track of the current disc will automatically replay Scan function The scan function works in radio tape or CD mode Scan function in radio mode Press the SCAN control to hear a brief sampling of all listenable stations on the frequency band Press the control ...

Page 43: ...to stop tape play and begin radio play AM FM select in CD mode Press this control to stop CD play and begin radio play Radio station memory preset The radio is equipped with six station memory preset controls These controls can be used to select up to six preset AM stations and twelve FM stations six in FM1 and six in FM2 Setting memory preset stations 1 Select the frequency band with the AM FM se...

Page 44: ... in memory preset control 1 will start playing If there are less than six strong stations available on the frequency band the remaining memory preset controls will all store the last strong station available To deactivate autoset and return to your audio system s manually set memory stations press the AUTO control again Setting the clock Press the RDS CLK control until SELECT HOUR is displayed and...

Page 45: ...whether or not a listenable station is located there Hold for quick movement Tune adjust for CD changer if equipped Press to select the previous disc in the CD changer Play will begin on the first track of the disc unless the CD changer is in shuffle mode Refer to Shuffle feature for more information Hold the control to continue reversing through the disc Press to select the next disc in the CD ch...

Page 46: ...dable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players Irregular shaped CDs CDs with a scratch protection film attached and CDs with homemade paper adhesive labels should not be inserted into the CD player The label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed It is recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels Ball point ...

Page 47: ...e of a tape Eject function Press the control to stop and eject a tape Press the control to stop and eject a CD Dolby姞 noise reduction Dolby威 noise reduction operates only in tape mode Dolby威 noise reduction reduces the amount of hiss and static during tape playback Press the control to activate and deactivate Dolby威 noise reduction The Dolby威 noise reduction system is manufactured under license fr...

Page 48: ...SHUFFLE control to start this feature Random order play will continue until the SHUFFLE control is pressed again Mute mode Press the control to mute the playing media Press the control again to return to the playing media Radio Data System RDS feature When selected the RDS Radio Data System function performs the following Displays the radio station call letters Displays the type of music format ja...

Page 49: ...ea are capable of broadcasting an RDS traffic alert press SCAN or SEEK while TRAFFIC ON is displayed The radio will then SCAN or SEEK only to traffic capable stations RDS select program type Press the RDS control until FIND program type is displayed Use the SEL control to select the desired program type With the feature ON FIND program type press the SEEK AUTOSET or SCAN control to find only stati...

Page 50: ...n order to scroll through the text messages Rear audio controls if equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with rear audio controls for the rear seat passengers Refer to Rear Seat Controls in this Chapter for more information REAR SEAT CONTROLS IF EQUIPPED The Rear Seat Controls RSC allow the rear seat passengers to operate the radio tape CD or CD changer if equipped Simultaneously press the memory ...

Page 51: ...e is equipped with the Personal Audio System The Personal Audio System allows the rear seat passengers to listen to one media source radio tape CD or CD changer if equipped while the front seat passengers listen to another However front and rear seat passengers can not listen to two different radio stations simultaneously The rear speakers will cut out once the speaker on off control is pressed DU...

Page 52: ...in CD changer mode if equipped to advance to the next disc SEEK FUNCTION Press to find the next listenable station down the frequency band Press to find the next listenable station up the frequency band In CD changer mode if equipped use the SEEK function to access the next or previous selection In tape mode use the SEEK function to access the next or previous selection VOLUME MEDIA MEM SEEK VOLUM...

Page 53: ...center console of your vehicle 1 Slide the door to access the CD changer magazine 2 Press EJECT to eject the magazine 3 Turn the magazine A over 4 Using the disc holder release knob C pull the disc holder B out of the magazine A B C Entertainment Systems 53 ...

Page 54: ...wards 6 Press in on the disc holder until it locks securely into the magazine If the disc holders are not fully locked into the magazine the unit will not operate Ensure that the disc holder is evenly inserted and at the same level as the magazine A The unit will not operate if the disc holder is not inserted at the same level B Radio power must be turned on to play the CDs in the changer The maga...

Page 55: ...ill not scratch the discs or damage the player If your changer does not work it may be that A disc is already loaded where you want to insert a disc The disc is inserted with the label surface downward The disc is dusty or defective The player s internal temperature is above 60 C 140 F Allow the player to cool down before operating A disc with format and dimensions not within industry standards is...

Page 56: ...10 to 12 hours of play in order to maintain the best sound and operation CASSETTE AND CASSETTE PLAYER CARE Use only cassettes that are 90 minutes long or less Do not expose tapes to direct sunlight high humidity extreme heat or extreme cold Allow tapes that may have been exposed to extreme temperatures to reach a moderate temperature before playing Tighten very loose tapes by inserting a finger or...

Page 57: ...d on AM stations by power lines electric fences traffic lights and thunderstorms Moving away from an interfering structure out of its shadow returns your reception to normal Station overload Weak signals are sometimes captured by stronger signals when you pass a broadcast tower A stronger signal may temporarily overtake a weaker signal and play while the weak station frequency is displayed The aud...

Page 58: ...low to the inside of the vehicle A C Control A C This control is used to manually enable or disable the operation of the air conditioning in all modes In all modes the air conditioning will only function if the outside temperature is about 4 C 40 F or higher When A C is selected ON the indicator will be lit When A C is selected again OFF the indicator will not be lit 1 MAX A C A C OFF 2 3 4 CLIMAT...

Page 59: ... Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate For short periods of time only use this mode to reduce undesirable odors from entering the vehicle Panel and floor Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers and the front and rear floor ducts Heating and air conditioning capabilities are provided in this mode Push A C in order to cool the vehicle below the outside temperatu...

Page 60: ...hicle has been aired out operate the climate control system as desired Do not put objects under the front seat which may interfere with the airflow to the rear seats if equipped Remove any snow ice or leaves from the air intake area at the bottom of the windshield and underneath the hood Do not place objects over the defroster outlets These objects can block airflow and reduce visibility through y...

Page 61: ...e rear passengers to control the volume of air that is distributed from the rear registers The rear seat A C system is controlled from the main climate control system on the instrument panel Ensure that the control is set to REAR A C to engage the rear passenger compartment air conditioning system 0 1 2 3 4 REAR A C OFF REAR A C 1 2 3 4 1 MAX A C OFF 2 3 4 A C Climate Controls 61 ...

Page 62: ...be adjusted by the front seat passengers For example if the Rear A C fan speed is set at 4 the Rear A C control on the main climate control system may be adjusted to a lower setting and will override that of the rear seat setting Turning the Rear A C off There are two ways to turn the rear air conditioning system off The first way is to set the Rear Fan Control on the main climate control system t...

Page 63: ... conditioning purposes only and does not heat the rear compartment Rear compartment heating is provided by the underseat floor ducts Refer to Rear Seat Heating ELECTRONIC AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL EATC SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED The EATC system will maintain a selected temperature and automatically control airflow You can override automatic operation with any of the override controls or the fan speed ...

Page 64: ...n speed airflow location and if outside air or recirculated air is required Fan speed remains automatic unless the fan speed thumbwheel is turned or the steering wheel fan speed control if equipped is pressed When in AUTOMATIC and weather conditions require heat air will be sent to the floor However if the engine is not warm enough to provide heat the fan will be at a low speed and the air will be...

Page 65: ...rature control until 15 C 60 F is shown in the display window The EATC will continue maximum cooling disregarding the displayed temperature until a warmer temperature is selected by pressing the temperature controls For continuous maximum heating push the temperature controls until 32 C 90 F is shown in the display window The EATC will continue maximum heating disregarding the displayed temperatur...

Page 66: ...air during operation it is normal if clear water drips on the ground under the air conditioner drain while the system is working and even after you have stopped the vehicle OFF Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate For short periods of time only use this mode to reduce undesirable odors from entering the vehicle Floor and defrost Distributes outside air through the windshield defros...

Page 67: ... through the front and rear floor ducts Heating and air conditioning capabilities are provided in this mode Push A C to cool the vehicle below the outside temperature MAX A C Uses recirculated air to cool the vehicle MAX A C is noisier than A C A C but more economical and will cool the inside of the vehicle faster After pressing the MAX control both the MAX and A C A C indicators will light and th...

Page 68: ...de the vehicle in warm weather conditions do not drive with the climate control system in the OFF position Under normal weather conditions your vehicle s climate control system should be left in any position other than MAX A C or OFF when the vehicle is parked This allows the vehicle to breathe through the outside air inlet duct Under snowy or dirty weather conditions your vehicle s climate contro...

Page 69: ...e control system To aid in defogging demisting in cold weather conditions 1 Select 2 Set the temperature control to full heat 3 Set the fan speed to HI 4 Direct the outer panel vents towards the side windows To increase airflow to the outer panel vents close the central panel vents Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden ...

Page 70: ...ear registers The rear seat A C system is controlled from the main climate control system on the instrument panel Ensure that the control is set to REAR A C to engage the rear passenger compartment air conditioning system 0 1 2 3 4 REAR A C TEMP AUTOMATIC OFF REAR 1 2 3 4 OFF A C A C MAX HI LO Climate Controls 70 ...

Page 71: ... the Rear A C fan control to a number between 1 4 to regulate the airflow to the rear seat section Turning the Rear A C off There are two ways to turn the rear air conditioning system off The first way is to turn the Rear Fan Control on the main climate control system to OFF TEMP AUTOMATIC OFF REAR 1 2 3 4 OFF A C A C MAX HI LO 1 0 2 3 4 REAR A C OFF REAR 1 2 3 4 A C Climate Controls 71 ...

Page 72: ...t floor ducts Refer to Rear Seat Heating REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER The rear defroster control is located on the instrument panel Press the rear defroster control to clear the rear window of thin ice and fog The small LED will illuminate when the rear defroster is activated The ignition must be in the ON position to operate the rear window defroster The defroster turns off automatically after 15 minute...

Page 73: ...itself and the perceptional threshold of the individual The odor and particulate filtration system gives the following benefits to customers Improves the customer s driving comfort by reducing odor and particle concentration Improves the interior compartment cleanliness Protects the climate control components from particle deposits The filter is located just in front of the windshield under the co...

Page 74: ...on for a preselected period of time after the ignition switch is turned to OFF To turn autolamps on rotate the headlamp control counter clockwise to one of the two settings The AUTO 1 position has a preselected time lapse of approximately 25 seconds The AUTO 2 position has a preselected time lapse of approximately 21 2 minutes To turn autolamps off rotate the headlamp control clockwise to the OFF ...

Page 75: ... the instrument panel Push and hold top of control to brighten Push and hold bottom of control to dim The dome lamp will not illuminate if the control switch is in the OFF position AIMING THE HEADLAMPS The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant If your vehicle has been in an accident the alignment of your headlamps should be checked by a qualified service technician HI ...

Page 76: ... will stay on if the control is moved to the ON position When the control is in the middle position the lamp will only come on when a door is opened If the control is moved to the OFF position the lamp will not come on at all The dome lamp will illuminate whenever a front door is opened If either front door has been opened from the outside the lamp will remain on for 15 seconds after the door is s...

Page 77: ... Do not remove lamp bulbs unless they will be replaced immediately If a bulb is removed for an extended period of time contaminants may enter the lamp housings and affect performance Using the right bulbs Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below Headlamp bulbs must be marked with an authorized D O T for North America and an E for Europe to assure lamp performance light brightness and pat...

Page 78: ...rnering lamps 2 3157 Side marker lamps 2 194 Cargo liftgate lamp 1 211 2 Dome lamps 2 211 2 Turn signal lamps front 2 3157 AK amber Turn signal lamps rear 2 3156 Tail Lamps 2 3157 Personal reading lamps 2 578 Stepwell lamps 4 194 Glove compartment 1 194 All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted To replace all instrument panel lights see your dealer Lights 78 ...

Page 79: ...ree it from the bulb socket and slide the ring off the plastic base Keep the ring to retain the new bulb 4 Without turning remove the old bulb from its socket by gently pulling it straight back out of the lamp assembly To install the new bulb Handle a halogen headlamp 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 you...

Page 80: ... you feel a stop 3 Connect 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 they work properly If the headlamp was correctly aligned before you changed the bulb you should not need to align it again Replacing front cornering side marker lamp bulbs 1 Remove screw from the lamp assembly 2 Disengage lamp assembly ...

Page 81: ...b 3 To complete installation follow removal procedure in the reverse order Replacing high mount brakelamp bulbs 1 Remove the two screws and lamp assembly from vehicle 2 Remove the bulb by rotating socket counterclockwise and pulling it out of the lamp assembly 3 Pull bulb straight out of socket and push in the new bulb 4 To complete installation follow removal procedure in the reverse order Lights...

Page 82: ...out of the socket and push in the new bulb 6 To complete installation follow removal procedure in the reverse order Replacing license plate lamp bulbs 1 Remove two screws grommets and the license plate lamp assembly from the liftgate 2 Remove bulb socket by turning counterclockwise 3 Carefully pull the bulb from the socket and push in the new bulb 4 Install the lamp assembly on liftgate with two g...

Page 83: ...ownward for slow intervals Push the control on the end of the stalk to activate washer Push and hold for a longer wash cycle The washer will automatically shut off after ten seconds of continuous use Rear window wiper washer controls Press the wiper control to activate the rear wiper Press again to turn off the wiper The wiper operates at a pre set interval HI LO F S OFF HI LO F S OFF SECURITY HAZ...

Page 84: ...as tree sap and some hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes reduce the effectiveness of wiper blades Checking the wiper blades If the wiper blades do not wipe properly clean both the windshield and wiper blades using undiluted windshield wiper solution or a mild detergent Rinse thoroughly with clean water To avoid damaging the blades do not use fuel kerosene paint thinner or other solven...

Page 85: ...dshield to remove it from the arm 3 Attach the new wiper to the wiper arm and press it into place until a click is heard Rear window wiper blade Refer to Windshield wiper blades in this section for more information on rear wiper blades TILT STEERING WHEEL Push the tilt steering wheel lever downward to move the steering wheel up or down Push the lever upward to lock the steering wheel in position N...

Page 86: ...ersation mirror Pull down on the housing to lock it in place Adjust the mirror as needed in any direction The rear view mirror may have to be adjusted to its lower arm position to prevent interference when the conversation mirror is extended down AUXILIARY POWER POINT Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug Improper u...

Page 87: ...points One is located on the instrument panel The second is located in the drivers side 2nd row trim panel POWER WINDOWS Press and hold the switch to open Pull up and hold the switch to close DC 12V AUTO L VENT R Driver Controls 87 ...

Page 88: ... the driver s press the control Press the control again to restore the window controls Accessory delay With accessory delay the window and moonroof switches may be used for up to 15 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position or until either of the front doors are opened Power vent windows if equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with rear power vent windows which are operated ...

Page 89: ...ish to tilt the mirror 3 Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place Heated outside mirrors R if equipped Both mirrors are heated automatically to remove ice mist and fog when the rear window defrost is activated Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or attempt to readjust the mirror glass if it is frozen in place These actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors MIR...

Page 90: ...gearshift lever into N Neutral with the speed control on Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding slippery or unpaved To turn speed control off Press OFF Once speed control is switched off the previously programmed set speed will be erased CANCEL ON OFF RES ACCEL COAST SET CANCEL ON OFF RES ACCEL COAST SET Driver Controls 90 ...

Page 91: ...han 12 2 km h 8 mph below your set speed on an uphill your speed control will disengage This is normal Pressing RES ACCEL will re engage it Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding slippery or unpaved To set a higher set speed Press and hold RES ACCEL Release the control when the desired vehicle speed is reached or Press and release RES ACCEL to operate the Tap Up...

Page 92: ...o operate the Tap Down function Each press will decrease the set speed by 1 6 km h 1 mph or Depress the brake pedal When the desired vehicle speed is reached press COAST SET To disengage speed control Depress the brake pedal Press CANCEL Disengaging the speed control will not erase the previously programmed set speed Driver Controls 92 ...

Page 93: ...ontrols are pressed The SET light turns off when the cruise CANCEL control is pressed or the brake is applied Both the CRUISE and SET lights turn off when the OFF control is pressed or the ignition is turned to the OFF position Optional electronic instrument cluster This light comes on when either the COAST SET or RES ACCEL controls are pressed It turns off when the cruise CANCEL control is presse...

Page 94: ...ape In CD mode Press NEXT to listen to the next track on the disc In any mode Press VOL up or down to adjust the volume MOON ROOF IF EQUIPPED To operate the moon roof To open press and hold the rear portion of the control This will fully open the moon roof To close press and hold the front portion of the control To operate the moon roof vent position To open press and hold the front portion of the...

Page 95: ...ocks and home or office lighting When programming your HomeLink威 Universal Transceiver to a garage door or gate be sure that people and objects are out of the way to prevent potential harm or damage Do not use the HomeLink威 Universal Transceiver with any garage door opener that lacks safety stop and reverse features as required by U S federal safety standards this includes any garage door opener m...

Page 96: ...ile keeping the red light in view 3 Simultaneously press and hold both the HomeLink威 and hand held transmitter button Do not release the buttons until step 4 has been completed Some entry gates and garage door openers may require you to replace step 3 with procedures noted in the Gate Operator and Canadian Programming section for Canadian residents 4 The red light will flash slowly and then rapidl...

Page 97: ...amming section For questions or comments please contact HomeLink at www homelink com or 1 800 355 3515 Gate Operator Canadian Programming During programming your hand held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting not allowing enough time for HomeLink威 to accept the signal from the hand held transmitter After completing steps 1 and 2 outlined in the Programming section replace step 3 with th...

Page 98: ... or smart button on the garage door motor head unit Exact location and color of the button may vary by product brand If there is difficulty locating the learn or smart button refer to the device s owner manual or contact Homelink威 at 1 800 355 3515 or on the Internet at www homelink com 2 Press and release the learn or smart button on the garage door motor head unit Note Following step 2 there are...

Page 99: ... the desired HomeLink威 button Do NOT release the button 2 The red indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds Without releasing the HomeLink威 button follow step 2 in the Programming section For questions or comments contact HomeLink威 at www homelink com or 1 800 355 3515 ELECTRONIC MESSAGE CENTER IF EQUIPPED The electronic message center only works when the ignition is in the ON position ...

Page 100: ... your instrument cluster gauges from English to metric To switch the Electronic Automatic Temperature Control if equipped display between Fahrenheit and Celsius refer to Temperature conversion in this chapter Trip rst Press this control to reset the trip 1 and 2 odometer which ever is displayed Od trip Press this control to switch between the permanent odometer mileage and the trip 1 and 2 odomete...

Page 101: ...aneous fuel economy cannot be reset Avg economy Press SELECT until the menu displays AVG ECONOMY This will display your average fuel economy in liters 100 km or miles gallon If you calculate your average fuel economy by dividing liters of fuel used by 100 kilometers traveled miles traveled by gallons used your figure may be different than displayed for the following reasons your vehicle was not pe...

Page 102: ... current average measure will change as the speed control system changes the engine speed to maintain a constant vehicle speed This is most noticeable in hilly environments 4 Drive the vehicle at least 8 km 5 miles with the speed control system engaged to display a stabilized average 5 Record the highway fuel economy for future reference It is important to press the RESET control after setting the...

Page 103: ...rtainment System if equipped Autovision姞 Entertainment System if equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with an Autovision Entertainment System This system offers the rear passengers a VHS video cassette player a 6 4 LCD video screen video game inputs and is integrated into the vehicle audio system Refer to the Autovision Entertainment System User Manual for operating instructions or call 1 877 848...

Page 104: ... Pull back and upward on liftgate handle to fully open liftgate The auto rise feature automatically raises the liftgate or window if equipped In cold weather you may have to assist opening the liftgate or window since the auto rise feature may slow down Do not open the liftgate or liftgate window in a garage or other enclosed area with a low ceiling If the liftgate window is raised and the liftgat...

Page 105: ...jects in the cargo area Attach the net to the anchors provided The cargo restrained in the net must not exceed 22 kg 50 lbs or the net may not stay secured The front and or rear cargo nets are not designed to restrain objects during a collision or heavy braking Driver Controls 105 ...

Page 106: ...r underneath the shelf to access the lock knob 3 Turn the lock knob counterclockwise and slide the knob to the UNLATCH position 4 Remove the shelf from the vehicle To install the shelf 1 Position and slide the shelf into the right mounting bracket then align the shelf into the left mounting bracket 2 Slide the lock knob to the LATCH position and tighten the lock knob clockwise 3 Connect the net lo...

Page 107: ... to secure cargo under the cargo net will increase the risk of the cargo striking occupants in the case of a sudden stop or collision To properly use child safety tethers in the 3rd row seat position REMOVE THE PARCEL SHELF and tether child safety seat to the tether anchor located on the floor behind the 3rd row seat Do not place people or pets on or under the parcel shelf LUGGAGE RACK IF EQUIPPED...

Page 108: ...Central locking When unlocking the front doors with the key turn the key once toward the rear of the vehicle to unlock that door only Turn the key back to the original position and then to the rear a second time to unlock all doors When locking turn the key toward the front of the vehicle to lock all doors Childproof door locks When these locks are set the rear doors cannot be opened from the insi...

Page 109: ...any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment The remote entry system allows you to lock or unlock all vehicle doors without a key activate the panic alarm If there is any potential remote keyless entry problem with y...

Page 110: ...f by holding the LOCK and UNLOCK controls on the transmitter simultaneously for two seconds The hazard lights will flash three times each time the system is toggled between active and non active modes If any of the doors are ajar the horn will not chirp and the lights will not flash Sounding a panic alarm To activate the alarm press and hold the PANIC control for longer than 1 5 seconds The horn w...

Page 111: ...er near the key ring DO NOT TAKE THE FRONT PART OF THE TRANSMITTER APART 2 Place the positive side of new battery up Refer to the diagram inside the transmitter unit 3 Snap the two halves back together Replacing lost transmitters Take all your vehicle s transmitters to your dealer if service is required If you purchase additional transmitters up to four may be programmed into memory perform the fo...

Page 112: ...st be programmed at the same time Illuminated entry The interior lamps illuminate when the remote entry system is used to unlock the door s or sound the panic alarm The system automatically turns off after 15 seconds or when the ignition is turned to the RUN position The inside lights will not turn off if they have been turned on with the headlamp control or any door is open The battery saver will...

Page 113: ...hirp feature can be turned on off by holding the LOCK and UNLOCK controls on the transmitter simultaneously for two seconds The hazard lights will flash three times each time the system is toggled between active and non active modes Open a door and press the power door lock control to lock the doors If a door is open the system is prearmed and is waiting for the door to close Once all the doors ar...

Page 114: ...urn ignition to ACC or ON Triggering the anti theft system The armed system will be triggered if Any door or liftgate is opened without using the door key or the remote entry transmitter if the vehicle is armed while in side the vehicle inserting the key into the ignition will also trigger system Disarming a triggered anti theft system You can disarm the system by any of the following actions Pres...

Page 115: ... that it is located directly behind your head or as close to that position as possible Refer to the following to raise and lower the head restraints The head restraints can be moved up and down Push side control and push down on head restraint to lower it Adjusting the front manual seat Never adjust the driver s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving Do not pile cargo higher than the seatback...

Page 116: ...w across the hips Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat s safety belt resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision Lift handle to move seat forward or backward Pull lever up to adjust seatback Seating and Safety Restraints 116 ...

Page 117: ...st the driver s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat s safety belt resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision Move the control up or down to move the seat up and down 6 way driver seat Slide the control for...

Page 118: ... or the ignition is in the ON position and the vehicle is in P Park or N Neutral The two buttons provide three memory positions one individual position for each button and a third position obtained by pressing buttons 1 and 2 simultaneously Position three pressing 1 and 2 simultaneously is always full rearward and downward for exit mode but is not programmable To record the memory positions 1 Move...

Page 119: ...e transmitter has been programmed the indicator will flash five times The indicator light will remain illuminated until the memory button is pressed again or ten seconds lapse To remove a programmed seat position 1 Press and hold both memory seat buttons 1 and 2 and then press the unlock button on the remote entry transmitter REAR SEATS Removable floor mats Whenever the floor mats are removed to a...

Page 120: ...oor mats LH RH 5 passenger vehicle second row seats removed A Cargo mat if equipped B Narrow mats C Sliding door mats LH RH 5 passenger vehicle second row seats removed and third row bench seat moved forward to limousine seating position A Cargo mat if equipped A B C B B A B C Seating and Safety Restraints 120 ...

Page 121: ...w seats removed and third row seat stored in full forward position if equipped with Rear Seat Entertainment System the third row seat cannot be put into this position A Cargo mat if equipped B Narrow mats A B A B Seating and Safety Restraints 121 ...

Page 122: ...Bench seat below center of the seat cushion Bucket seat driver s side only inboard side of seat base Use only soft cups in the cupholder Hard objects can injure you in a collision Adjusting 2nd row bench Pull control up to flip seatback to forward flat position Seating and Safety Restraints 122 ...

Page 123: ...e right side E Z Entry Tip Slide bucket seat The E Z Entry Tip Slide seat allows for easier entry and exit to and from the 3rd row seat The E Z Entry system will slide the seat and tip the seatback forward the seatback must be in the upright position To enter the 3rd row seat pull up on the seatback recline handle Seating and Safety Restraints 123 ...

Page 124: ...up on the 3rd row access control To return the seat to a seating position move the seat rearward until the seat track locks Then readjust the seatback Lift handle to move the seat forward or backward Seating and Safety Restraints 124 ...

Page 125: ...lip seatback to a forward flat position Adjusting 3rd row bench Pull control up to adjust seatback position This control will also allow the seatback to be put in the forward flat position Seating and Safety Restraints 125 ...

Page 126: ...houlder belt The secondary seat belt tongue is not fastened to the outside bottom of the seat as does the two passenger bench seat This is not required with the three passenger bench seat since the seat is much wider The seat tracks may have grease on them that could stain your clothing or vehicle fabric surfaces if care is not taken when handling the seats A Three rearward seating positions B Lim...

Page 127: ...p the cushion up The seat cushion must be moved to the storage position before the seat can be moved along the track 2 Pull control B to move the seat forward or backward until it locks into position The seat cushion cannot be lowered if the seat is in a storage position A B Seating and Safety Restraints 127 ...

Page 128: ... seat tracks may have grease on them that could stain your clothing or vehicle fabric surfaces if care is not taken when handling the seats Fold the seatback flat before removing each seat Refer to the Adjusting 2nd row seats portion of this section 1 Bench seats only Disengage the lap shoulder belt from the seat belt detach anchor by pushing the release control and lifting upward 2 From behind th...

Page 129: ...during a sudden stop SAFETY RESTRAINTS Safety restraints precautions Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips To reduce the risk of injury make sure children sit where they can be properly restrained 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...

Page 130: ...e person Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints Combination lap and shoulder belts 1 Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from until you hear a snap and feel it latch Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle 2 To unfasten push the release ...

Page 131: ... In this mode the shoulder belt is automatically pre locked The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver safety belt When to use the automatic locking mode Any time a child safety seat is installed in a passenger front or outboard rear seating position if equipped Children 12 years old and under should be properly re...

Page 132: ...houlder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive emergency locking mode After any vehicle collision the front passenger and rear outboard seat belt systems must be checked by a qualified technician to verify that the automatic locking retractor feature for child seats is still functioning properly In addition all seat belts ...

Page 133: ...ion in this chapter Failure to replace the safety belt assembly under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision Front safety belt height adjustment Your vehicle has safety belt height adjustments for the driver and front passenger Adjust the height of the shoulder belt so the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder To lower the shoulder belt he...

Page 134: ...e into the correct buckle the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from To lengthen the belt turn the tongue at a right angle to the belt and pull across your lap until it reaches the buckle To tighten the belt pull the loose end of the belt through the tongue until it fits snugly across the hips Shorten and fasten the belt when not in use Seating and Safety Restraints 134 ...

Page 135: ... 20 cm 8 inch safety belt extension assembly that can be added part number 611C22 This assembly can be obtained from your dealer at no cost Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the safety belt Manufacturer identification is located at the end of the webbing on the label Also use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is too short for you when fully extended Do not us...

Page 136: ... in the Cleaning chapter AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM SRS Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information about the air bag and sensor systems In the event of a collision this module may save information related to the collision including information about the air bag system and impact severity This information will assist Ford Motor Company i...

Page 137: ...ppropriate child restraints National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA recommends a minimum distance of at least 25 cm 10 inches between an occupant s chest and the driver air bag module Never place your arm over the air bag module as a deploying air bag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries Steps you can take to properly position yourself away from the air bag Move your ...

Page 138: ...nal important safety information read all information on safety restraints in this guide Children must always be properly restrained Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of injury in a collision Air bags can kill or injure a child in a ...

Page 139: ...icate the bag or sodium compounds e g baking soda that result from the combustion process that inflates the air bag Small amounts of sodium hydroxide may be present which may irritate the skin and eyes but none of the residue is toxic While the system is designed to help reduce serious injuries contact with a deploying air bag may also cause abrasions swelling or temporary hearing loss Because air...

Page 140: ...uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster to indicate the condition of the system Refer to the Air bag readiness section in the Instrument cluster chapter Routine maintenance of the air bag is not required A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following The readiness light will either flash or stay lit The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignit...

Page 141: ...tions and warnings that come with any infant or child restraint you might use When possible always place children under age 12 in the rear seat of your vehicle Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions Children and safety belts If the child is the proper size restrain the child in a safety seat Chi...

Page 142: ... hips and the knees bend comfortably Booster seats also make the shoulder belt fit better and more comfortably for growing children When children should use booster seats Children need to use booster seats from the time they outgrow the toddler seat until they are big enough for the vehicle seat and lap shoulder belt to fit properly Generally this is when they weigh about 80 lbs about 8 to 12 year...

Page 143: ...er belts Those with a high back If with a backless booster seat you cannot find a seating position that adequately supports your child s head a high back booster seat would be a better choice Both can be used in any vehicle in a seating position equipped with lap shoulder belts if your child is over 40 lbs The shoulder belt should cross the chest resting snugly on the center of the shoulder The la...

Page 144: ...hind the back because it eliminates the protection for the upper part of the body and may increase the risk of injury or death in a collision Never use pillows books or towels to boost a child They can slide around and increase the likelihood of injury or death in a collision SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN Child and infant or child safety seats Use a safety seat that is recommended for the size and wei...

Page 145: ...de Refer to Automatic locking mode passenger side front and outboard rear seating positions Ford recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether strap Install the child safety seat in a seating position which is capable of providing a tether anchorage For more information on top tether straps refer to Attaching safety seats with tether straps Carefully follow all of the manufacturer ...

Page 146: ...e air bag If you must use a forward facing child seat in the front seat move the seat all the way back 1 Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible 2 Pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together Seating and Safety Restraints 146 ...

Page 147: ...ction the tongue is coming from for that seating position until you hear a snap and feel the latch engage Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it 5 To put the retractor in the automatic locking mode grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until all of the belt is pulled out and a click is heard 6 Allow the belt to retract The belt will click as it retracts to ind...

Page 148: ... you should not be able to pull more belt out If the retractor is not locked unbuckle the belt and repeat steps two through nine Check to make sure the child seat is properly secured before each use Installing child safety seats in the lap belt seating positions 1 Lengthen the lap belt To lengthen the belt hold the tongue so that its bottom is perpendicular to the direction of webbing while slidin...

Page 149: ...ent for proper installation Attaching safety seats with tether straps Children should be placed in the rear in an appropriate child safety seat that is properly secured to the vehicle Most new forward facing child safety seats include a tether strap which goes over the back of the seat and hooks to an anchoring point Tether straps are available as an accessory for many older safety seats Contact t...

Page 150: ... over the back of the seat under the head restraint and between the head restraint posts If the top of the child seat hits the head restraint try raising the head restraint to allow the child seat to fit further rearward 3 Grasp the tether strap and position it to the seat frame Seating and Safety Restraints 150 ...

Page 151: ... strap to the seat tether slot bracket at the lower rear portion of the seatback If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly as shown the child safety seat may not be retained properly in the event of a collision Seating and Safety Restraints 151 ...

Page 152: ...eating positions to secure the child safety seat 8 Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer s instructions Third row seats The third row seat child tether anchors are located on the bottom back side of the seat Refer to Second row seats listed previously for installation instructions Seating and Safety Restraints 152 ...

Page 153: ...of seat are provided only for child seats at the outboard seats and are further apart than the pairs of lower anchors for child seat installation at other seats A child seat with rigid LATCH attachments cannot be installed at the center seat A child seat with LATCH attachments on belt webbing can be used at the center 3rd row seat unless a child seat at an outboard rear seat is attached to one of ...

Page 154: ...er strap enough to lift the child seat off the vehicle seat cushion when the child is seated in it Keep the tether strap just snug without lifting the front of the child seat Keeping the child seat just touching the vehicle seat gives the best protection in a severe crash Each time you use the safety seat check that the seat is properly attached to the lower anchors and tether anchor Try to tilt t...

Page 155: ...ngth of radio noise When starting a fuel injected engine avoid pressing the accelerator before or during starting Only use the accelerator when you have difficulty starting the engine For more information on starting the vehicle refer to Starting the engine in this chapter Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system creating the risk of...

Page 156: ... the higher engine RPM Before starting the vehicle 1 Make sure all vehicle occupants have buckled their safety belts For more information on safety belts and their proper usage refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter 2 Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off 3 Make sure the parking brake is set 4 Make sure the gearshift is in P Park 5 Turn the key to 3 ON without turning...

Page 157: ...ey will return to 3 ON 2 If the temperature is above 12 C 10 F and the engine does not start within five seconds on the first try turn the key to OFF wait 10 seconds and try again 3 If the temperature is below 12 C 10 F and the engine does not start in 15 seconds on the first try turn the key OFF and wait 10 km h 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 MPH TRIP A RPM x 1000 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 0 ...

Page 158: ...hicle is raised for service the sound of the exhaust system changes the vehicle has been damaged in a collision WARNING Engine exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm In addition certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear c...

Page 159: ... anti lock braking system ABS a noise from the hydraulic pump motor and pulsation in the pedal may be observed during ABS braking events Pedal pulsation coupled with noise while braking under panic conditions or on loose gravel bumps wet or snowy roads is normal and indicates proper functioning of the vehicle s anti lock brake system The ABS performs a self check after you start the engine and beg...

Page 160: ...um efficiency from the four wheel ABS is required apply continuous force on the brake The four wheel ABS will be activated immediately thus allowing you to retain full steering control of your vehicle and providing there is sufficient space will enable you to avoid obstacles and bring the vehicle to a controlled stop The anti lock system does not reduce stopping distance Always leave enough room b...

Page 161: ...king brake Driving with the parking brake on will cause the brakes to wear out quickly and reduce fuel economy STEERING Your vehicle is equipped with power steering Power steering uses energy from the engine to decrease the driver s effort in steering the vehicle To prevent damage to the power steering pump Never hold the steering wheel to the extreme right or the extreme left for more than a few ...

Page 162: ... and turn it to ACC Apply the brake pedal and shift to N Neutral 3 Start the vehicle Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brakelamps are working If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow it may be rocked out by shifting from forward and reverse gears stopping between shifts in a steady pattern Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not...

Page 163: ...ansaxle must relearn its adaptive strategy Optimal shifting will resume within a few hundred kilometers miles of operation P Park Always come to a complete stop before shifting into P Park Make sure the gearshift lever is securely latched in P Park This locks the transaxle and prevents the front wheels from rotating Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P Par...

Page 164: ...y surface the Transaxle Control Module may receive a signal indicating a rapid increase or decrease in wheel speed When the module detects this condition it will limit the transaxle operation to Third and Reverse gears This reduces tire slippage and protects the transaxle The transaxle will operate normally in Reverse but will lack power during acceleration in Drive If this happens 1 Stop your veh...

Page 165: ... OFF whenever you drive your vehicle If the O D OFF indicator light is flashing on and off repeatedly when the vehicle is started or does not come on when the O D OFF control is pressed theremay be a transaxle electronic system malfunction You should contact your dealer as soon as possible or damage to the transaxle could occur 2 Second Use 2 Second to give you more engine braking to slow your veh...

Page 166: ... or a new battery is installed the transaxle must relearn its adaptive strategy Optimal shifting will resume within a few hundred kilometers miles of operation Your automatic overdrive transaxle provides fully automatic operation in either D Overdrive or with the O D OFF switch depressed Driving with the gearshift lever in D Overdrive gives the best fuel economy for normal driving conditions For m...

Page 167: ...ants optional equipment and cargo The GVWR is specific to each vehicle and is listed on the Safety Certification Label on the driver s door pillar GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating Carrying capacity for each axle system The GAWR is specific to each vehicle and is listed on the Safety Certification Label on the driver s door pillar GCWR Gross Combined Weight Rating Maximum permissible combined weight o...

Page 168: ...or less than the total axle reserve capacity TARC weight You should NEVER exceed the total axle reserve capacity Always ensure that the weight of occupants cargo and equipment being carried is within the weight limitations that have been established for your vehicle including both gross vehicle weight and front and rear gross axle weight rating limits Under no circumstance should these limitations...

Page 169: ...xle brakes tires and suspension For your safety and to maximize vehicle performance be sure to use the proper equipment while towing Follow these guidelines to ensure safe towing procedure Stay within your vehicle s load limits If exceeded cargo should be removed from the trailer and or the vehicle until all weights are within specified limits Thoroughly prepare your vehicle for towing Refer to Pr...

Page 170: ...towing trailers up to 907 kg 2 000 lb use a weight carrying hitch and ball which uniformly distributes the trailer tongue load through the underbody structure For towing trailers up to 1 588 kg 3 500 lb use a frame mounted weight distributing hitch which transfers a portion of the trailer tongue load to the front axle system Do not install a single or multi clamp type bumper hitch or a hitch which...

Page 171: ...roper instructions and equipment for hooking up trailer lamps Driving while you tow When towing a trailer Ensure that you turn off your speed control The speed control may shut off automatically when you are towing on long steep grades Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer To eliminate excessive shifting use a lower gear This will also assist in transaxle cooling ...

Page 172: ...w your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground such as behind a recreational vehicle These guidelines are designed to ensure that your transmission is not damaged due to insufficient lubrication All Front Wheel Drive FWD vehicles An example of recreational towing is towing your vehicle behind a motorhome The following recreational towing guidelines are designed to ensure that your transmission ...

Page 173: ...Even non warranty related tows like accidents or getting stuck in the mud or snow are covered some exclusions apply such as impound towing or repossession Canadian customers refer to your Owner Information Guide for information on Coverage period Exact fuel amounts Towing of your disabled vehicle Emergency travel expense reimbursement Travel planning benefits USING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Complete the...

Page 174: ...ior to your Basic Warranty s Roadside Assistance expiring For more information and enrollment contact 1 877 294 2582 or visit our website at www ford ca HAZARD FLASHER Use only in an emergency to warn traffic of vehicle breakdown approaching danger etc The hazard flashers can be operated when the ignition is off The hazard lights control is located on the instrument panel Depress hazard lights con...

Page 175: ...ing in on the reset button 4 Turn the ignition to the RUN position Pause for a few seconds and return the key to the OFF position 5 Make a further check for leaks in the fuel system FUSES AND RELAYS Fuses If electrical components in the vehicle are not working a fuse may have blown Blown fuses are identified by a broken wire within the fuse Check the appropriate fuses before replacing any electric...

Page 176: ...Natural Natural 30A Green Green Green Pink Pink 40A Orange Green Green 50A Red Red Red 60A Blue Yellow 70A Tan Brown 80A Natural Black For fuses greater than 80A please see your Ford or Lincoln Mercury Dealer Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located below and to the left of the steering wheel by the brake pedal Remove the panel cover to access the fuses To remove a fuse use the f...

Page 177: ...7 5A Heated Seats not available I P Illum 7 5A Interior Panel Illumination Lamps Electron 10A Transaxle Control Module TCM Electronic Automatic Temperature Control EATC Module Instrument Cluster Rear Wiper Motor Assembly Tail Lamp 10A Rear Exterior Lamps Air Bag 10A Airbag Diagnostic Monitor Audio 10A Radio Rear Radio Control CD Changer Roadside Emergencies 177 ...

Page 178: ...ear Blower Motor Front Wiper 20A Front Wiper Washer Assembly Rear Blower 15A Rear Blower Motor Relay Rear Blower Motor Rear Wiper 10A Rear Wiper Washer Assembly O2 Sensor 7 5A Oxygen Sensor Audio Video 15A Radio Video System Turn 10A Hazard Warning Flasher Switch Audio Amp 20A Subwoofer Amplifier Front Blower 20A Front Blower Motor Front Blower Motor Speed Controller Eng Cont 7 5A Powertrain Contr...

Page 179: ...r Heated Mirrors Power distribution box The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment The power distribution box contains high current fuses that protect your vehicle s main electrical systems from overloads Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses To reduce risk of electrical shock always replace the cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconnectin...

Page 180: ...ule RAD 7 5A Radiator Fan Sensing ECCS 10A Data Link Connector DLC 1 PCM Power Relay Not Used Not Used ALT 10A Generator ABS 20A ABS Control Module USE SPECIFIED FUSES OR FUSIBLE LINKS ONLY ALT 100A MAIN 140A ALT 65A FR BLW 45A RR DEF 75A RAD FAN JOINT CONN RAD FAN H1 RAD FAN H2 RAD FAN LO 30A IGN SW 20A RAD FAN LO 30A PWR WND 40A ABS 20A ABS 15A HORN 7 5A SEC 7 5A LAMP 15A H L LH 15A H L RH 10A A...

Page 181: ...sed PWR WND 30A Power Window Relay Smart Entry Control SEC Timer Module Power Seats RAD FAN LO 20A Low Speed Fan Control Relay Not Used IGN SW 30A Ignition Switch Not Used RAD FAN 75A High Speed Fan Control Relay FR BLW 65A Front Blower Motor Relays RR DEF 45A Rear Window Defroster Relay ALT 140A Accessory Relay Ignition Relay Tail Lamp Relay Fuse Junction Panel MAIN 100A Generator Mini Fuses Maxi...

Page 182: ...y 7 A C Relay CHANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat tire while driving do not apply the brake heavily Instead gradually decrease your speed Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road The use of tire sealants is not recommended and may compromise the integrity of your tires The use of tire sealants may also affect your tire pressure monitoring system if eq...

Page 183: ...m h 50 mph under any circumstances load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load rating listed on the Certification Label tow a trailer use tire chains drive through an automatic car wash because of the vehicle s reduced ground clearance try to repair the temporary spare tire or remove it from its wheel use the wheel for any other type of vehicle Location of the spare tire and tools The spare tire ...

Page 184: ...ench on the hex nut in cargo floor 3 Turn the wrench counterclockwise until tire is lowered to the ground and the cable is slightly slack 4 Remove the retainer from the spare tire It may be necessary to lift one end of the tire to disengage the retainer Stowing the spare tire 1 Lay the tire on the ground with the interior side facing up Roadside Emergencies 184 ...

Page 185: ...s not too far forward to avoid contact with the axle Tire change procedure When one of the front wheels is off the ground the transaxle alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack even if the vehicle is in P Park To prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire be sure the parking brake is set then block in both directions the wheel that is diagonally opposite ...

Page 186: ...e spare tire and jack assembly 4 Remove the center ornament or wheel cover from the wheel with the tapered end of the jack handle that came with your vehicle Insert and twist the handle then pry against the wheel 5 Loosen each wheel lug nut one half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground PUSH TO RELEASE Roadside Emergencies 186 ...

Page 187: ... vehicle is on the jack The jack is only meant for changing the tire 8 Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench 9 Replace the flat tire with the spare tire making sure the valve stem is facing outward Reinstall lug nuts until the wheel is snug against the hub Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel has been lowered 10 Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise 11 Remove t...

Page 188: ...is considered normal and will not affect function or durability of the transmission Over time the adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation 1 Use only a 12 volt supply to start your vehicle 2 Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this could damage the vehicle s electrical system 3 Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle making ...

Page 189: ... to the positive terminal of the discharged battery Note In the illustrations lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting boosting battery 2 Connect the other end of the positive cable to the positive terminal of the assisting battery Roadside Emergencies 189 ...

Page 190: ...retor fuel injection system Do not use fuel lines engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as grounding points Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative terminal of the battery to be jumped A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery 5 Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades belts moving parts of both engines or any fuel delivery system parts Ro...

Page 191: ...has been started run both engines for an additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were connected 1 Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface Note In the illustrations lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting boosting battery Roadside Emergencies 191 ...

Page 192: ...itive terminal of the booster vehicle s battery 4 Remove the jumper cable from the positive terminal of the disabled vehicle s battery After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions Roadside Emergencies 192 ...

Page 193: ...ved a slingbelt towing procedure If your vehicle is to be towed from the rear using wheel lift equipment the front wheels drive wheels must be placed on a dolly to prevent damage to the transmission If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly vehicle damage may occur Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized tow truck operators Have your tow truck operator refer to t...

Page 194: ...or are unsatisfied with the service you are receiving follow these steps 1 Contact your Sales Representative or Service Advisor at your selling servicing dealership 2 If your inquiry or concern remains unresolved contact the Sales Manager or Service Manager at the dealership 3 If the inquiry or concern cannot be resolved at the dealership level please contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center ...

Page 195: ...Executive Plaza Drive P O Box 6248 Dearborn Michigan 48121 1 800 521 4140 TDD for the hearing impaired 1 800 232 5952 www ford com In Canada Customer Relationship Centre Ford Motor Company of Canada Limited P O Box 2000 Oakville Ontario L6J 5E4 1 800 565 3673 FORD www ford ca In order to help you service your Ford or Lincoln Mercury vehicle please have the following information available when cont...

Page 196: ...pany in the U S and Ford of Canada in Canada It provides the following Benefits during the warranty period depending on the plan you purchase such as reimbursement for rentals coverage for certain maintenance and wear items Protection against covered repair costs after your Bumper to Bumper Warranty expires You may purchase Ford ESP from any participating Ford and Lincoln Mercury and Ford of Canad...

Page 197: ...Ford dealership sales disputes between customer and dealer except those associated with warranty repairs or concerns with the vehicle s performance as designed a request for reimbursement of consequential expenses unless a service or product concern is being reviewed items not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty including maintenance and wear items alleged personal injury property damage c...

Page 198: ... your application The toll free phone number of the DSB s independent administrator Your dealership and a Ford Motor Company representative will then be asked to submit statements To properly review your case the Board needs the following information Legible copies of all documents and maintenance or repair orders relevant to the case The year make model and Vehicle Identification Number VIN liste...

Page 199: ...e a month it may take longer for the Board to consider some cases After a case is reviewed the Board mails you a decision letter and a form on which to accept or reject the Board s decision The decisions of the Board are binding on Ford and in some cases on the dealer but not on consumers who are free to pursue other remedies available to them under state or federal law To request a DSB Brochure A...

Page 200: ...territories and provinces For more information without charge or obligation call your CAMVAP Provincial Administrator directly at 1 800 207 0685 GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U S AND CANADA Before exporting your vehicle to a foreign country contact the appropriate foreign embassy or consulate These officials can inform you of local vehicle registration regulations and where to find unleaded fuel ...

Page 201: ...hed by their website www helminc com Monday Friday 8 00 a m 6 00 p m EST Items in this catalog may be purchased by credit card holders only Obtaining a French owner s guide French Owner s Guides can be obtained from your dealer or by writing to Ford Motor Company of Canada Limited Service Publications P O Box 1580 Station B Mississauga Ontario L4Y 4G3 IN CALIFORNIA U S ONLY California Civil Code S...

Page 202: ...he repair of the nonconformity at the following address Ford Motor Company 16800 Executive Plaza Drive Mail Drop 3NE B Dearborn MI 48126 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS U S ONLY If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying Ford Motor Com...

Page 203: ...remove and cause damage to the vehicle Immediately remove items such as gasoline diesel fuel bird droppings and insect deposits because they can cause damage to the vehicle s paintwork and trim over time Remove any exterior accessories such as antennas before entering a car wash Suntan lotions and insect repellents can damage any painted surface if these substances come in contact with your vehicl...

Page 204: ...h on your wheel rims or covers Chemical strength cleaners or cleaning chemicals in combination with brush agitation to remove brake dust and dirt could wear away the clearcoat finish over time Do not use hydrofluoric acid based or high caustic based wheel cleaners steel wool fuels or strong household detergent To remove tar and grease use Ford Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil Removal B7A 19520 AA a...

Page 205: ...TS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts These products are available from your dealer For routine cleaning use Detail Wash ZC 3 A If tar or grease spots are present use Ford Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil Removal B7A 19520 AA WOOD TONE TRIM Clean the area with a damp cloth then dry by wiping with a dry soft clean cloth Do not use household or glass cleaners as these may damage the fi...

Page 206: ... parts Wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl rubbing alcohol or windshield washer solution Be sure to replace wiper blades when they appear worn or do not function properly INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CLUSTER LENS Clean the instrument panel with a damp cloth then dry with a dry cloth Avoid cleaners or polish that increase the gloss of the upper portion of the instrument panel The dull finish in this...

Page 207: ...cle s seatbelts as these actions may weaken the belt webbing LEATHER SEATS IF EQUIPPED Your leather seating surfaces have a clear protective coating over the leather To clean use a soft cloth with Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner ZC 11 A Dry the area with a soft cloth To help maintain its resiliency and color use the Motorcraft Deluxe Leather Care Kit ZC 11 D available from your authori...

Page 208: ...lable in Canada F2AZ 19530 A Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner Canada only CXC 93 Motorcraft Vinyl Conditioner Canada only CXC 94 Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner not available in Canada ZC 11 A Ford Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil Remover not available in Canada B7A 19520 AA Ford Extra Strength Upholstery Cleaner not available in Canada E8AZ 19523 AA Motorcraft Custom Bright Metal Cleaner ZC 15...

Page 209: ...y or long hair does not get caught up in moving parts Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed space unless you are sure you have enough ventilation Keep all lit cigarettes open flames and other lit material away from the battery and all fuel related parts If you disconnect the battery the engine must relearn its idle conditions before your vehicle will drive properly as exp...

Page 210: ...ndle 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 front center of the hood 3 Lift the hood and secure it with the prop rod Maintenance and Specifications 210 ...

Page 211: ...uid reservoir 3 Air filter assembly 4 Battery 5 Relay box 6 Engine oil filler cap 7 Engine oil dipstick 8 Windshield washer fluid reservoir 9 Engine coolant reservoir 10 Power steering fluid reservoir 11 Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 9 4 5 6 7 8 10 11 1 2 3 Maintenance and Specifications 211 ...

Page 212: ...ze additive 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 or washer system Note Do not put washer fluid in the engine coolant reservoir Washer fluid placed in the cooling system may harm engine and cooling system components Checking and adding washer fluid for the liftgate...

Page 213: ...6 Wipe the indicator clean Insert the indicator fully then remove it again If the oil level is between the L and H marks the oil level is acceptable DO NOT ADD OIL If the oil level is below the L mark add enough oil to raise the level within the L and H range Oil levels above the H mark may cause engine damage Some oil must be removed from the engine by a service technician 7 Put the indicator bac...

Page 214: ...ine oil level indicator and or the engine oil filler cap removed Engine oil and filter recommendations Look for this certification trademark SAE 5W 30 engine oil is recommended Use SAE 5W 30 motor oil certified for gasoline engines by the American Petroleum Institute API Motor oil displaying the API certification trademark will meet all requirements for your vehicle s engine Ford oil specification...

Page 215: ...p the electrolyte level in each cell up to the level indicator Do not overfill the battery cells If the electrolyte level in the battery is low you can add plain tap water to the battery as long as you do not use hard water water with a high mineral or alkali content If possible however try to only fill the battery cells with distilled water If the battery needs water often have the charging syste...

Page 216: ...act with skin eyes or clothing Shield your eyes when working near the battery to protect against possible splashing of acid solution In case of acid contact with skin or eyes flush immediately with water for a minimum of 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention If acid is swallowed call a physician immediately Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compunds Wash h...

Page 217: ...reeze tester such as the Rotunda Battery and Antifreeze Tester 014 R1060 The level of coolant should be maintained at the cold full of cold fill range level in the coolant reservoir If the level falls below add coolant per the instructions in the Adding Engine Coolant section Your vehicle was factory filled with a 50 50 engine coolant and water concentration If the concentration of coolant falls b...

Page 218: ...ervoir is low or empty add engine coolant to the reservoir Refer to Adding engine coolant in this chapter Note Automotive fluids are not interchangeable do not use engine coolant antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of its specified function and vehicle location Adding engine coolant Use only Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant VC 4 A in Canada Motorcraft CXC 8 B or a premium engine coolant...

Page 219: ... upon application NEVER increase the coolant concentration above 60 NEVER decrease the coolant concentration below 40 Engine coolant concentrations above 60 or below 40 will decrease the freeze protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage Plain water may be added in an emergency but you must replace it with a 50 50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water as so...

Page 220: ...components Always dispose of used automotive fluids in a responsible manner Follow your community s regulations and standards for recycling and disposing of automotive fluids Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your vehicle s cooling system can hold refer to Refill capacities in this chapter Fill your engine coolant reservoir as outlined in Adding engine coolant in this chapter Seve...

Page 221: ...50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water for optimum cooling system and engine protection WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS Important safety precautions Do not overfill the fuel tank The pressure in an overfilled tank may cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire The fuel system may be under pressure If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound wait ...

Page 222: ...o permanent injury Fuels can also be harmful if absorbed through the skin If fuel is splashed on the skin and or clothing promptly remove contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water Repeated or prolonged skin contact with fuel liquid or vapor causes skin irritation Be particularly careful if you are taking Antabuse or other forms of disulfiram for the treatment of alcoholism...

Page 223: ...m the fuel filler pipe 4 To install the cap align the tabs on the cap with the notches on the filler pipe 5 Turn the filler cap clockwise 1 4 of a turn until it stops If the Service Engine Soon indicator comes on and stays on when you start the engine the fuel filler cap may not be properly installed Turn off the engine remove the cap align the cap properly and reinstall it If you must replace the...

Page 224: ...with octane ratings of 86 or lower in high altitude areas Do not be concerned if your engine sometimes knocks lightly However if it knocks heavily under most driving conditions while you are using fuel with the recommended octane rating see your dealer or a qualified service technician to prevent any engine damage Fuel quality If you are experiencing starting rough idle or hesitation driveability ...

Page 225: ... to cycle the ignition from OFF to ON several times after refueling to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from the tank to the engine Your Service Engine Soon indicator may come on For more information on the Service Engine Soon indicator refer to the Instrument cluster chapter Fuel Filter For fuel filter replacement see your dealer or a qualified service technician Refer to the scheduled main...

Page 226: ...crease driving range When refueling your vehicle after the fuel gauge indicates empty you might not be able to refuel the full amount of the advertised capacity of the fuel tank due to the empty reserve still present in the tank For consistent results when filling the fuel tank Turn the engine ignition switch to the off position prior to refueling an error in the reading will result if the engine ...

Page 227: ...lists that follow and you may be able to change a number of variables and improve your fuel economy Habits Smooth moderate operation can yield up to 10 savings in fuel Steady speeds without stopping will usually give the best fuel economy Idling for long periods of time greater than one minute may waste fuel Anticipate stopping slowing down may eliminate the need to stop Sudden or hard acceleratio...

Page 228: ...rollbars light bars running boards ski luggage racks may reduce fuel economy Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first 12 16 km 8 10 miles of driving Driving on flat terrain offers improved fuel economy as compared to driving on hilly terrain Transmissions give their best fuel economy when operated in the top cruise ge...

Page 229: ...ormance and durability 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 Illumination of the Service Engine Soon light charging system warning light or the temperature warning light fluid leaks strange odors smoke or loss of engine power could indicate that the emission control...

Page 230: ...s normal operating temperature the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator will be near the center of the normal area between H and C 3 Accelerate the vehicle to 88 km h 55 mph then quickly release the accelerator pedal completely for at least six seconds 4 Quickly depress the accelerator pedal for a moment then drive the vehicle at a speed of 86 to 96 km h 53 to 60 mph for at least five minute...

Page 231: ...al times 3 Turn the engine off 4 Check the fluid level in the reservoir It should be between the MIN and MAX lines Do not add fluid if the level is in this range 5 If the fluid is low add fluid in small amounts continuously checking the level until it reaches the range between the MIN and MAX lines Be sure to put the cap back on the reservoir BRAKE FLUID Checking and adding brake fluid Brake fluid...

Page 232: ...linder fall below the MIN mark If master cylinder runs dry this may cause the brakes to fail TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide for scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes Your transaxle does not consume fluid However the fluid level should be checked if the transaxle is not working properly i e if the transaxle slips or shif...

Page 233: ...pstick and inspect the fluid level The fluid should be in the designated areas for normal operating temperature Low fluid level Do not drive the vehicle if the fluid level is at the bottom of the dipstick and the outside temperatures are above 10 C 50 F Correct fluid level The transmission fluid should be checked at normal operating temperatures 66 C 77 C 150 F 170 F on a level surface The normal ...

Page 234: ...e Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives treatments or cleaning agents The use of these materials may affect transmission operation and result in damage to internal transmission components AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals for changing the air filter element When changing the air filter element use only the Motorcraft air fi...

Page 235: ... apply to deep tread winter type snow tires space saver or temporary use spare tires tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches or limited production tires as defined in Title 49 Code of Federal 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...

Page 236: ...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 No 109 Grades B and A 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 inflat...

Page 237: ... the tires Replace the tires when the wear band is visible through the tire 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 Certification or Tire Label Make sure that all tires are the same size speed rating and load carrying capacity Use only the tire combinations recommended on the label If you do not follow the...

Page 238: ... need to use snow tires and chains If you need to use chains it is recommended that steel wheels of the same size and specifications be used as chains may chip aluminum wheels Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains Use only SAE Class S chains Install chains securely verifying that the chains do not touch any wiring brake lines or fuel lines Drive cautiously If you hear the chains...

Page 239: ...uid Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Fill to line on reservoir Power steering fluid Motorcraft MERCON威 ATF Fill to line on reservoir Automatic transaxle fluid Motorcraft MERCON威 ATF 8 3L 8 8 quarts Engine coolant1 Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant 10 6L 11 2 quarts Fuel tank N A 75 7L 20 0 gallons Windshield washer fluid Ultra Clear Windshield Washer Concentrate Fill to ...

Page 240: ...da Motorcraft CXC 8 B ESE M97B44 A Engine oil Motorcraft SAE 5W 30 Super Premium Motor Oil XO 5W30 QSP WSS M2C205 A with API Certification Mark Door latch hood latch auxiliary hood latch door and liftgate hinges striker plates seat tracks fuel filler door hinge Multi Purpose Grease XG 4or F5AZ 19G209 AA ESR M1C159 A Lock cylinders Penetrating and Lock Lubricant Motorcraft XL 1 none Power steering ...

Page 241: ... 2 Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick handle MERCON威 and MERCON威 V are not interchangeable DO NOT mix MERCON威 and MERCON威 V Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide to determine the correct service interval ENGINE DATA Engine 3 3L V6 engine Cubic inches 200 Required fuel 87 octane Firing order 1 ...

Page 242: ...sions mm in 1 Overall length 4 933 4 194 2 2 Overall width 1 902 5 74 9 3 Overall height with luggage rack 1 780 5 70 1 4 Wheelbase 2 849 9 112 2 5 Track Front 1 610 4 63 4 5 Track Rear 1 610 4 63 4 Maintenance and Specifications 242 ...

Page 243: ...R CO DATE XX XX GVWR XXXXLB XXXXKG FRONT GAWR XXXXLB XXXXKG WITH PXXX XXXXXXX TIRES XXXX XXX RIMS AT XX PSI XXX kPa COLD SINGLE VIN XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX TYPE XXX THISVEHICLE CONFORMSTO ALL APPLICABLE FEDERAL MOTORVEHICLE EXT PAINT COLORS XX XX RC XX DSO SAFETY STANDARDS IN EFFECT ONTHE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE AT XX PSI XXX kPa COLD SINGLE XXXX XXX RIMS WITH PXXX XXXXXXX TIRES REAR GAWR XXXXLB...

Page 244: ...resentative of your vehicle identification number 1 World manufacturer identifier 2 Brake type and gross vehicle weight rating GVWR 3 Vehicle line series body type 4 Engine type 5 Check digit 6 Model year 7 Assembly plant 8 Production sequence number Engine and transmission serial number The engine serial number is stamped on the engine block and the transmission serial number is on the transmissi...

Page 245: ...ponent damaged by the defective accessory The accessory will be warranted for whichever provides you the greatest benefit 12 months or 20 000 km 12 000 miles whichever occurs first or the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty This means that genuine Ford accessories purchased along with your new vehicle and installed by the dealer are covered for the full length of your New Vehicle s Limi...

Page 246: ...r Track rider bars Track rider bar adaptors Trailer hitch Class II Trailer hitch bars and balls Trailer hitch mount bike carrier Video entertainment system Protection and appearance equipment Air bag anti theft locks All weather vinyl mats Carpet floor mats Door edge guards Flat splash guards Front end covers full and mini Hood deflectors Molded splash guards Rear air deflectors Side window air de...

Page 247: ...rs Any such equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with FCC or CRTC regulations and should be installed only by a qualified service technician 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 When operated such systems may cause the engine to stumble or stall or cause the ...

Page 248: ... fluid adding 232 fluid checking 232 fluid refill capacities 239 fluid specification 241 Auxiliary power point 86 Axle lubricant specifications 240 B Battery 215 acid treating emergencies 215 charging system warning light 13 jumping a disabled battery 188 maintenance free 215 replacement specifications 239 servicing 215 Brakes 158 anti lock 159 160 anti lock brake system ABS warning light 12 160 b...

Page 249: ...ice Plan 196 Getting assistance outside the U S and Canada 200 Getting roadside assistance 173 Getting the service you need 194 Ordering additional owner s literature 201 The Dispute Settlement Board 197 Utilizing the Mediation Arbitration Program 200 D Defrost rear window 72 Dipstick automatic transmission fluid 232 engine oil 212 Doors door ajar warning 14 lubricant specifications 240 Driving un...

Page 250: ...uels 221 Fuses 175 176 G Garage door opener 95 Gas cap see Fuel cap 223 Gas mileage see Fuel economy 225 Gauges 15 16 engine coolant temperature gauge 16 fuel gauge 17 odometer 18 speedometer 18 trip odometer 19 GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating 167 calculating 168 definition 167 driving with a heavy load 167 location 167 GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 167 calculating 167 168 definition 167 driving ...

Page 251: ...r lamps 76 replacing bulbs 77 79 82 Lane change indicator see Turn signal 76 Liftgate 104 Lights warning and indicator 10 air bag 12 anti lock brakes ABS 12 160 brake 11 charging system 13 cruise indicator 13 94 door ajar 14 high beam 15 low fuel 13 low washer fluid 13 oil pressure 13 overdrive off 14 safety belt 12 service engine soon 10 speed control 93 turn signal indicator 14 Load limits 167 G...

Page 252: ...ransmitters 111 replacing the batteries 111 Roadside assistance 173 Roof rack 107 S Safety belts see Safety restraints 129 133 Safety defects reporting 202 Safety restraints 129 133 cleaning the safety belts 135 extension assembly 135 for adults 130 132 for children 141 lap belt 134 warning light and chime 12 15 135 Safety seats for children 144 Seat belts see Safety restraints 129 Seats 115 child...

Page 253: ...g and adding automatic 232 lubricant specifications 240 Trip odometer 19 Turn signal 14 76 V Vehicle dimensions 242 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 244 Vehicle loading 167 Ventilating your vehicle 158 W Warning chimes 15 Warning lights see Lights 10 Washer fluid 212 Water Driving through 166 Windows power 87 Windshield washer fluid and wipers checking and adding fluid 212 checking and cleaning 8...

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