Mercury 2003 Owner'S Manual Download Page 134

Page: 134 / 265

Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder
belts

Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat.

NEVER

place a

rear-facing child seat in front of an active air bag. If you must

use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the seat all the
way back.

Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in the rear
seat whenever possible.

1. Position the child safety seat in a
seat with a combination lap and
shoulder belt.

2. Pull down on the shoulder belt
and then grasp the shoulder belt
and lap belt together.

Seating and Safety Restraints

133

Summary of Contents for 2003

Page 1: ...42 20 AM www carburetor manual com Would you like some Free Manuals http carburetor manual com free shop manual club t 13 html Also visit http freeshopmanual com for more Free Manuals Also Visit my website for 7 FREE Download Manuals starting with this one The ABC s of Carburetion Click Here Now ...

Page 2: ...s 31 Manual heating and air conditioning 31 Electronic automatic temperature control 32 Rear passenger climate control 35 Lights 37 Driver Controls 48 Windshield wiper washer control 48 Steering wheel adjustment 49 Power windows 54 Mirrors 55 Speed control 56 Message center 68 Locks and Security 83 Keys 83 Locks 83 Anti theft system 85 Table of Contents Table of Contents 1 ...

Page 3: ...roadside assistance 163 Hazard flasher switch 164 Fuel pump shut off switch 165 Fuses and relays 166 Changing tires 176 Jump starting 183 Wrecker towing 189 Customer Assistance 190 The dispute settlement board 193 Utilizing the mediation arbitration 196 Getting assistance outside the U S and Canada 196 Ordering additional owner s literature 197 Reporting safety defects U S only 199 Cleaning 200 Ta...

Page 4: ...sories 252 Index 256 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 Motor Company Table of C...

Page 5: ...on on Ford Motor Company and its products visit the following website In the United States www ford com In Canada www ford ca In Mexico www ford com mx In Australia www ford com au Additional owner information is given in separate publications This Owner s Guide describes every option and model variant available and therefore some of the items covered may not apply to your particular vehicle Furth...

Page 6: ...cle usage and the authorized disposal of waste cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards this aim Information in this respect is highlighted in this guide with the tree symbol BREAKING IN YOUR VEHICLE Your vehicle does not need an extensive break in Try not to drive continuously at the same speed for the first 1 600 km 1 000 miles of new vehicle operation Vary your speed to ...

Page 7: ...ch as the use of restraint systems including seat belts by the driver and passengers information about the performance of various systems and modules in the vehicle and information related to engine throttle steering brake or other system status Any of this information could potentially include information regarding how the driver operates the vehicle potentially including but not limited to infor...

Page 8: ...o operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury or death Be sure to read Driving off road in the Driving chapter Using your vehicle with a snowplow Do not use this vehicle for snowplowing Using your vehicle as an ambulance Do not use this vehicle as an ambulance Your vehicle is not equipped with the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package Middle E...

Page 9: ...Seat Child Seat Installation Warning Child Seat Lower Anchor Child Seat Tether Anchor Brake System Anti Lock Brake System Brake Fluid Non Petroleum Based Traction Control AdvanceTrac娂 Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash Wipe Windshield Defrost Demist Rear Window Defrost Demist Introduction 8 ...

Page 10: ...ol Panic Alarm 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 11: ...any light remains on after starting the vehicle have the respective system inspected immediately Service engine soon The Service engine soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the ON position to check the bulb Solid illumination after the engine is started indicates the On Board Diagnostics System OBD II has detected a malfunction Refer to On board diagnostics OBD II ...

Page 12: ...chapter Brake system warning light To confirm the brake system warning light is functional it will momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the ON position when the engine is not running or in a position between ON and START or by applying the parking brake when the ignition is turned to the ON position If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this time seek service im...

Page 13: ...restraint system has been detected Safety belt Reminds you to fasten your safety belt A chime will also sound to remind you to fasten your safety belt Charging system Illuminates when the battery is not charging properly Check gage if equipped Illuminates when any of the following conditions has occurred The engine coolant temperature is high The engine oil pressure is low The fuel gauge is at or ...

Page 14: ...es when the windshield washer fluid is low Turn signal Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on If the indicators stay on or flash faster check for a burned out bulb High beams Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on Key in ignition warning chime Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the OFF LOCK or ACC position and the driver s door...

Page 15: ...d instrument cluster gauges Optional instrument cluster gauges Speedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed O D OFF DOOR AJAR CHECK GAGE CHECK FUEL CAP LOW WASH BRAKE SERVICE ENGINE SOON TRIP Instrument Cluster 14 ...

Page 16: ... hot Odometer Registers the total kilometers miles of the vehicle Standard instrument cluster Optional instrument cluster Refer to Message Center in the Drivers Controls chapter on how to switch the display from Metric to English Trip odometer Registers the kilometers miles of individual journeys Standard instrument cluster Press and release the SELECT RESET button to toggle between odometer and t...

Page 17: ...ndicates engine oil pressure The needle should stay in the normal operating range between L and H If the needle falls below the normal range stop the vehicle turn off the engine and check the engine oil level Add oil if needed If the oil level is correct have your vehicle checked at your dealership or by a qualified technician Fuel gauge Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel ta...

Page 18: ...consistent listening level Press the COMP control until COMP ON is displayed DSP Digital Signal Processing if equipped Press to enter DSP mode Press SEL to select teh desired signal modes i e JAZZ CLUB HALL CHURCH or STADIUM DSP ambiance if equipped This feature gives the feeling of being there to your music creating increased clarity as well as an open and spacious feel to the music Press DSP to ...

Page 19: ...to playing media 5 Eject Press to eject a CD Press and hold to eject all loaded discs 6 Bass Press BASS then press SEL to decrease increase the bass output Treble Press TREB then press SEL to decrease increase the treble output 7 Select Use with Bass Treble Balance and Fade controls to adjust levels 8 Balance Press BAL then press SEL to shift sound to the left right speakers Fade Press FADE then p...

Page 20: ...passages together for a more consistent listening level Setting the clock Press MENU until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINUTE is displayed Use SEL to manually increase or decrease the hours minutes Press MENU again to disengage clock mode 10 Memory presets To set a station Select frequency band AM FM tune to a station press and hold a preset button until sound returns 11 CD Press to select CD mode 12 AM...

Page 21: ...d the volume control for five seconds Press SEL to increase decrease volume levels The selected level will appear in the display 14 Load Press to load a CD Press and hold to load up to six discs 15 Shuffle Press to play tracks in random order 16 Scan Press for a brief sampling of radio stations or CD tracks Press again to stop 17 Disc tune Radio Press or to manually tune down or up the radio frequ...

Page 22: ...op 3 CD Door Insert a CD with the label side up CD unit are designed to play commercially pressed 12 cm 4 75 in audio compact discs only Due to technical incompatibility certain recordable and re recordable 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 SCAN En...

Page 23: ...e CD The radio will resume playing 6 Tape Press to start tape play Press to stop tape during rewind fast forward CD Press to start CD play With the dual media audio press CD to toggle between single CD and CD changer play if equipped 7 Mute Press to MUTE playing media press again return to playing media 8 Auto Press to set first six strongest stations if available into AM FM1 or FM2 memory buttons...

Page 24: ...until sound returns 12 Shuffle CD Press to play tracks in random order 13 Compression CD Press to bring soft and loud passages together for a more consistent listening level 14 Dolby威 noise reduction Works in tape mode only Reduces tape noise and hiss press to activate deactivate The Dolby威 noise reduction system is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby威 an...

Page 25: ...s 19 Bass Press BASS then press SEL to decrease increase the bass output Treble Press TREB then press SEL to decrease increase the treble output 20 Tune Works in radio mode only Press TUNE to change frequency down up 21 Seek Press and release SEEK for previous next strong station selection or track 22 AM FM Press to select AM FM1 FM2 frequency band FF 2 REW 1 SEL SEEK TUNE SEEK TUNE Entertainment ...

Page 26: ...dio stations CD or MP3 tracks Press again to stop 4 CLK To set the clock press and hold the CLK control for the following functions To set the hour press SEEK control to decrease or increase to the hours To set the minutes press TUNE DIR to decrease or increase the minutes Release CLK to save the clock settings Press CLK again to return the display to radio mode Entertainment Systems 25 ...

Page 27: ...ed selection point is reached This function is not enabled in MP3 mode 10 CD Rewind Press and hold until the desired selection point is reached This function is not enabled in MP3 mode 11 MP3 directory Allows you to listen to songs in MP3 flat file mode and MP3 directory mode Insert a MP3 disc to engage in the flat file mode The MP3 icon will be displayed While in the MP3 flat file mode press the ...

Page 28: ...nd release SEEK for previous next strong station selection or CD and MP3 tracks 17 Power volume Press to turn ON OFF turn to increase or decrease volume levels 18 CD Press CD to play a CD or MP3 disc When the MP3 disc is loaded CD and LOAD will appear on the display The display will briefly show the total number of tracks on the disc as TXXX XXX number of tracks 19 AM FM Press to select a frequenc...

Page 29: ...P3 music system recognizes MP3 disc file and directory folder structure as follows There are two different modes for MP3 disc playback MP3 flat file mode default and MP3 directory mode MP3 flat file mode ignores any directory structure present on the MP3 disc The player sequentially numbers each MP3 track on the disc denoted by the mp3 file extension from T001 to T255 MP3 directory mode represents...

Page 30: ...stance strength The further you travel from an FM station the weaker the signal and the weaker the reception Terrain Hills mountains tall buildings power lines electric fences traffic lights and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception Station overload When you pass a broadcast tower a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and play while the weak station frequency is displayed CASSETTE ...

Page 31: ... cm 4 75 in audio compact discs only Due to technical incompatibility certain recordable and re recordable 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 t...

Page 32: ...ributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents 3 A C Uses outside air to cool the vehicle Air flows from the instrument panel register vents only 4 Rear Defrost Clears ice and fog from the rear windshield 5 Fan speed adjustment Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle Operating tips To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather place the air flow selector in...

Page 33: ...p of the instrument panel as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop Dual Electronic Automatic Temperature Control DEATC system if equipped 1 A C control Uses outside air to cool the vehicle Press to turn on off in all modes except or 2 Recirculation control Cools the vehicle more quickly by recirculating the cabin air instead of using outside air and helps prevent unple...

Page 34: ...ugh the windshield defroster vents 7 Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and floor vents 8 Distributes outside air through the floor vents 9 Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents and the floor vents 10 Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents 11 OFF Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate 12 AUTO Press to select the des...

Page 35: ...FF or MAX A C position Under normal weather conditions do not leave the air flow selector in MAX A C or OFF when the vehicle is parked This allows the vehicle to breathe using the outside air inlet vents Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the airflow to the back seats Remove any snow ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield To aid in side ...

Page 36: ...ters of the second and third row seating The selected mode will illuminate on the temperature control 3 Fan control Determines fan speed levels Turn to REAR to give rear seat passengers control of the rear auxiliary controls Otherwise the front controls will determine the settings for the entire vehicle cabin If set to OFF the front and rear auxiliary controls will not function Rear auxiliary cont...

Page 37: ...air flow from the console panel registers selects air flow from the floor console registers 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 A 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 ...

Page 38: ... OFF To turn the autolamps on rotate the control counterclockwise to Foglamp control The foglamps can be turned on only when the headlamp control is in the and position and the high beams are not turned on Pull headlamp control towards you to turn foglamps on The foglamp indicator light will illuminate when foglamp is activated Push the headlamp control towards the instrument panel to deactivate t...

Page 39: ...in a collision High beams Push the lever toward the instrument panel to activate Pull the lever towards you to deactivate Flash to pass Pull the lever toward you to activate Release the lever to deactivate PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Move the control up and down to adjust the intensity of the panel lighting Operates only when the exterior lights are switched on Move the control to the full upright positi...

Page 40: ...the headlamps 1 Park your vehicle on a level surface about 7 6 meters 25 feet away from a vertical plain surface 3 Check your headlamp alignment at night or in a dark area so that you can see the headlamp beam pattern 1 Eight feet 2 Center height of lamp to ground 3 Twenty five feet 4 Horizontal reference line 2 The center of the headlamp has a 3 0 mm circle on the lens Measure the height from the...

Page 41: ... for this vehicle and is non adjustable TURN SIGNAL CONTROL Push down to activate the left turn signal Push up to activate the right turn signal INTERIOR LAMPS Courtesy reading lamps The courtesy lamp will turn on when any door is opened unless the dimmer switch is in the full down position the instrument panel dimmer switch is rotated all the way up past detent pressing the on the remote entry ke...

Page 42: ...nition in the ACC or ON position the rear dome lamp can be turned ON or OFF by sliding the control BULBS Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently Replacing the interior bulbs Check the operation of the bulbs frequently To replace any of the interior bulbs see a dealer or qualified technician Using the right bulbs Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below He...

Page 43: ...2 3156K High mount brake lamps 5 W5W Side repeater 2 WY5W amber Front sidemarker 2 194 Rear sidemarker 2 194 Fog lamp 2 9145 Cargo lamp 1 211 2 Interior overhead lamp 1 912 906 Front door courtesy lamp 1 168 Map lamps 2 168 T10 Ashtray lamp 1 161 All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted To replace all instrument panel lights see your dealer Lights 42 ...

Page 44: ...lbs Do not touch the glass of a halogen bulb 1 Turn off the headlamps and open the hood 2 Remove two retainer pins then pull headlamp forward 3 Disconnect the electrical connector 4 Remove the bulb retaining ring Lights 43 ...

Page 45: ...only by its plastic base and do not touch the glass The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the headlamps are operated Reverse steps to reinstall bulb s Replacing front parking turn signal bulbs 1 Turn off the headlamps and open the hood 2 Remove the two headlamp retainer pins then pull headlamp forward Lights 44 ...

Page 46: ...p assembly 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 your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the headlamps are operated Reverse steps to reinstall bulb s Lights 45 ...

Page 47: ...e headlamp switch to off 2 Reach under the bumper and rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it 3 Pull the bulb straight out Reverse steps to reinstall bulb s Replacing tail brake turn backup lamp bulbs 1 Turn the headlamp switch to OFF and open the liftgate 2 Remove the two screws from the lamp assembly 3 Remove the lamp assembly 4 Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it ...

Page 48: ...lacing license plate lamp bulbs 1 Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position and then remove two screws and the license plate lamp assembly 2 Remove the bulb socket from the lamp assembly by turning counterclockwise and pull the bulb straight out Reverse steps to reinstall bulb s Replacing high mount brakelamp bulb 1 Remove the two screws and lamp assembly from vehicle 2 Remove the bulb ...

Page 49: ... quick push and hold the wipers will swipe three times with washer fluid a long push and hold the wipers and washer fluid will be activated for up to ten seconds Rear window wiper washer controls For rear wiper operation rotate the rear window wiper and washer control to the desired position Select INT 1 3 4 second interval rear wiper INT 2 8 10 second interval rear wiper OFF Rear wiper and washer...

Page 50: ...he new wiper to the wiper arm and press it into place until a click is heard 3 Replace wiper blades every 6 months for optimum performance TILT STEERING COLUMN Pull the lever down to unlock the steering column While the lever is in the down position tilt the steering column to its desired orientation Lift the lever back to its original position to lock the steering column Never adjust the steering...

Page 51: ...n or others safety when using such equipment Mobile Communications can enhance personal safety and security when appropriately used particularly in emergency situations Safety must be paramount when using mobile communications equipment to avoid negating these benefits Mobile Communication Equipment includes but is not limited to cellular phones pagers portable email devices in vehicle communicati...

Page 52: ...r vents cupholders will pull up with break away feature rear power point OVERHEAD CONSOLE IF EQUIPPED The appearance of your vehicle s overhead console will vary according to your option package Storage compartment Press the latch to open the storage compartment Driver Controls 51 ...

Page 53: ...oor to activate the transmitter Automatic dimming rear view mirror The automatic dimming mirror is equipped with an automatic dimming feature This feature will change from the normal state to the non glare active state when bright lights glare reach the mirror When the mirror detects bright light from behind it will adjust automatically to minimize glare The mirror will automatically return to the...

Page 54: ...y your warranty Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter Use the power point Do not use the power point for operating the cigarette lighter element The Maximum power each power point can supply depends on the fuse rating For example a 20A fuse should supply a maximum of 240 Watts a 15A fuse should supply a maximum of 180 Watts Exceeding these limits will result in a b...

Page 55: ...free of obstructions and ensure that children and or pets are not in the proximity of the window openings Press and hold the bottom part of the rocker switch to open the window Press and hold the top part of the rocker switch to close the window One touch down Allows the driver s window to open fully without holding the control down Press completely down on AUTO and release quickly Press again to ...

Page 56: ... be in the ACC or ON position to adjust the power side view mirrors To adjust your mirrors 1 Rotate the control clockwise to adjust the right mirror and rotate the control counterclockwise to adjust the left mirror 2 Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror 3 Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place Heated outside mirrors if equipped Both mirrors are heated autom...

Page 57: ...and brake pedal toward you or away from you The adjustment allows for approximately 76 mm 3 inches of maximum travel Never adjust the accelerator and brake pedal with feet on the pedals while the vehicle is moving SPEED CONTROL IF EQUIPPED With speed control set you can maintain a speed of 48 km h 30 mph or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal Speed control does not work at spee...

Page 58: ...foot off the accelerator pedal 5 The indicator light on the instrument cluster will turn on Note Vehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving up and down a steep hill If the vehicle speed increases above the set speed on a downhill you may want to apply the brakes to reduce the speed If the vehicle speed decreases more than 16 km h 10 mph below your set speed on an uphill your speed control wil...

Page 59: ... Up function Press and release this control to increase the vehicle set speed in small amounts by 1 6 km h 1 mph Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed When the vehicle reaches that speed press and release the SET control Reducing speed while using speed control There are two ways to reduce a set speed Press and hold the COAST CST control until you get to the desired speed then rele...

Page 60: ... control There are two ways to turn off the speed control Depress the brake pedal This will not erase your vehicle s previously set speed Press the speed control OFF control Note When you turn off the speed control or the ignition your speed control set speed memory is erased RES SET COAST Driver Controls 59 ...

Page 61: ...o select AM FM1 FM2 TAPE if equipped CD if equipped or DVD if equipped In AM FM1 or FM2 mode Press MEM to select preset stations within the selected radio band In Tape mode Press MEM to select the next selection on the tape In CD mode Press MEM to select the next selection on the CD In any mode Press VOL or to adjust volume Driver Controls 60 ...

Page 62: ...f The moon roof is equipped with an automatic one touch express opening feature Press and release the rear portion of the control To stop motion at any time during the one touch opening press the control a second time To close the moon roof Press and hold the front portion of the control until the glass panel stops moving Once fully closed the rear of the glass panel will appear higher than the fr...

Page 63: ...ransmitters to operate garage doors entry gate operators security systems entry door locks and home or office lighting When programming your HomeLink威 Wireless Control System 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 Wireless Control System with any garage door opener that lacks safety stop and reverse f...

Page 64: ...neously 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 rapidly Release both buttons when the red light f...

Page 65: ...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 66: ...ed Press and hold the two outer HomeLink威 buttons until the red indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds Release both buttons Do not hold for longer that 30 seconds HomeLink威 is now in the train or learning mode and can be programmed at any time beginning with step 2 in the Programming section Reprogramming a single HomeLink姞 button To program a device to HomeLink威 using a HomeLink威 button...

Page 67: ... something affects the compass readings the compass will correct itself after a few days of operating your vehicle in normal conditions If the compass still appears to be inaccurate a manual calibration may be necessary Refer to Compass calibration adjustment Most geographic areas zones have a magnetic north compass point that varies slightly from the northerly direction on maps This variation is ...

Page 68: ...ss calibration adjustment Perform this adjustment in an open area free from steel structures and high voltage lines For optimum calibration turn off all electrical accessories heater air conditioning wipers etc and make sure all vehicle doors are shut 1 Start the vehicle 2 Locate compass sensor mounted at base of mirror 3 Press the button on the top of the compass module until ZONE appears in the ...

Page 69: ...dicator chime The system will also notify you of potential vehicle problems with a display of system warnings followed by a long indicator chime Selectable features Reset Press this control to select and reset functions shown in the INFO menu and SETUP menu Info menu This control displays the following control displays Odometer Compass Trip odometer Odometer Compass Average Fuel Economy Trip Elaps...

Page 70: ...ees between adjacent zones and will become noticeable as the vehicle crosses multiple zones A correct zone setting will eliminate this error Refer to Compass zone calibration adjustment Compass zone calibration adjustment Perform this adjustment in an open area free from steel structures and high voltage lines For optimum calibration turn off all electrical accessories heater air conditioning wipe...

Page 71: ... display your average fuel economy in liters 100 km or miles U S 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 perfectly level during fill up Differences in the automatic shut off points on the fuel pumps at service...

Page 72: ...he following 1 Press and release RESET in order to start the timer 2 Press and release RESET to pause the timer 3 Press and hold RESET for 2 seconds in order to reset the timer Distance to empty DTE Selecting this function from the INFO menu will give you an estimate of how far you can drive with the fuel remaining in your tank under normal driving conditions Remember to turn the ignition OFF when...

Page 73: ...or each of the monitored systems the message center will indicate either an OK message or a warning message for three seconds Pressing the RESET control cycles the message center through each of the systems being monitored The sequence of the system check report and how it appears in the message center is as follows 1 FUEL LEVEL 2 WASHER FLUID LEVEL 3 OIL LIFE IN XX 4 ENGINE TEMP 5 OIL PRESSURE 6 ...

Page 74: ...y exit if equipped 1 Select this function from the SETUP control for the current display mode 2 Press the RESET control to turn the easy entry exit feature ON or OFF For more information refer to Memory Seat in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter Autolamp delay 1 Select this function from the SETUP control for the current display mode 2 Press the RESET control to select the autolamp delay ti...

Page 75: ...essage center will display the last selected feature if there are no more warning messages This allows you to use the full functionality of the message center after you acknowledge the warning by pressing the RESET control and clearing the warning message Warning messages that have been reset are divided into three categories They will reappear on the display every minute from the reset They will ...

Page 76: ...ed when the engine coolant is overheating Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible turn off the engine and let it cool Check the coolant and coolant level Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and specifications chapter If the warning stays on or continues to come on contact your dealer as soon as possible TRANSMISSION OVERHEATED Indicates the transmission is overheating This warning may a...

Page 77: ...arning message is displayed check the level of the engine oil Refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and specifications chapter for information about adding engine oil WARNING TIRE VERY LOW if equipped Displayed when one or more tires have very low pressure When this warning message is displayed a warning chime will sound reminding you to stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and check your ...

Page 78: ...layed When oil life left reaches 0 the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message will be displayed An oil change is required whenever indicated by the message center USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS To reset the oil monitoring system to 100 after each oil change approximately 8 000 km 5 000 miles or 180 days perform the following 1 Press the SETUP control to access the System Check function 2 Press and release ...

Page 79: ...your personalized OIL LIFE XX 6 With your personalized OIL LIFE XX displayed press SETUP to continue the system check TIRE PRESSURE SYSTEM OFF if equipped Displayed when the tire pressure monitoring system is turned off Only your dealer can turn the system on or off It is recommended that the tire pressure monitoring system is always turned ON DATA ERR These messages indicate improper operation of...

Page 80: ...he control button on the right side under the license plate lamp shield To open the liftgate unlock the liftgate with the power door locks the remote entry or the keyless entry pad and pull the middle lever under the license plate lamp shield To lock the liftgate and the liftgate window use the power door locks or press the door lock switch on the left side of the cargo area To manually lock or un...

Page 81: ...t in the trim panels behind the second row seat To reduce the risk of injuries the cargo area cover must be properly installed on the rear trim panels Do not place any objects on the cargo area cover They may obstruct your vision or strike occupants of the vehicle in the case of a sudden stop or collision Cargo management system The cargo management system consists of storage compartments located ...

Page 82: ...on the lid LUGGAGE RACK The maximum recommended load is 90 kg 200 lbs evenly distributed If it is not possible to distribute the load position it as far rearward as possible Use the tie down loops on the thumbwheels to secure the load To adjust cross bar position if equipped 1 Loosen the thumbwheel at both ends of the cross bar both cross bars are adjustable 2 Slide the cross bar to the desired lo...

Page 83: ... are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low slung sport cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under off road conditions Avoid sharp turns excessive speed and abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles Failure to drive cautiously could result in an increase risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death Driver Controls 82 ...

Page 84: ...OOR LOCKS Press control to unlock all doors Note When Perimeter Alarm is armed this switch is disabled Press control to lock all doors Power door lock unlock inhibit If the interior trim switch does not operate see the Perimeter alarm system in this section for more details Liftgate An additional power door lock can be accessed by opening the liftgate The button is located either on the top of the...

Page 85: ...try Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received 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 allo...

Page 86: ...ill turn off the interior lamps 30 minutes after the ignition is turned to the OFF position Locking the doors liftgate 1 Press and release to lock all the doors and liftgate The lamps will flash Note If any door the liftgate liftgate glass or hood on vehicles equipped with perimeter anti theft are not closed properly the lamps will not flash 2 Press and release again within three seconds to confir...

Page 87: ... the seat and Driver 1 or Driver 2 positions 4 Repeat this procedure for another remote transmitter if desired Deactivating the memory seat feature To deactivate this feature 1 Press the SET control on the driver s door panel 2 Within 5 five seconds press any control on the remote transmitter which you would like to deactivate and then press the SET control on the driver s door panel 3 Repeat this...

Page 88: ...uld operate normally after battery replacement Replacing lost remote entry transmitters If you would like to have your remote entry transmitter reprogrammed because you lost one or would like to buy additional remote entry transmitters you can either reprogram them yourself or take all remote entry transmitters to your authorized dealer for reprogramming How to reprogram your remote entry transmit...

Page 89: ...ming all of the remote entry transmitters 10 The doors will lock then unlock to confirm that the programming mode has been exited Illuminated entry The interior lamps illuminate when the remote entry system is used to unlock the door s or sound the personal alarm The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if the ignition switch is turned to the ON position or the remote transmi...

Page 90: ...ypad press the middle of the controls to ensure a good activation Programming a personal entry code To create your own personal entry code 1 Enter the factory set code 2 Within five seconds press the 1 2 on the keypad 3 Enter your personal 5 digit code Each number must be entered within five seconds of each other Tips Do not set a code that uses five of the same number Do not use five numbers in s...

Page 91: ...ti theft system Unlocking and locking the doors liftgate and liftgate window using keyless entry To unlock the driver s door enter the factory set 5 digit code or your personal code Each number must be pressed within five seconds of each other The interior lamps will illuminate To unlock all doors and liftgate press the 3 4 control within five seconds To open the liftgate window press the 5 6 cont...

Page 92: ...nt the engine from being started unless a coded key programmed to your vehicle is used The use of the wrong type of coded key may lead to a no start condition Your vehicle comes with two coded keys additional coded keys may be purchased from your dealer The dealer can program your spare keys to your vehicle or you can program the keys yourself Refer to Programming spare keys for instructions on ho...

Page 93: ...is armed immediately after switching the ignition to the 2 ACC position The THEFT indicator will flash every two seconds when the vehicle is armed Automatic disarming Switching the ignition to the 3 ON position with a coded key disarms the vehicle The theft indicator will illuminate for three seconds and then go out If the theft indicator stays on for an extended period of time or flashes rapidly ...

Page 94: ...ep the ignition in the 3 ON position for at least one second but no more than 10 seconds 3 Turn the ignition to the 1 LOCK position and remove the coded key from the ignition 4 Within ten seconds insert the second previously coded key into the ignition 5 Turn the ignition from the 1 LOCK position to the 3 ON position Keep the ignition in the 3 ON position for at least one second but no more than 1...

Page 95: ... entry occurs the system will flash the headlamps and or parking lamps and will chirp the horn The system is ready to arm whenever the key is removed from the ignition Any of the following actions will prearm the alarm system Open any door liftgate or liftgate window and press the power door lock control to lock the doors Press the on the remote transmitter doors opened or closed When you press th...

Page 96: ...te window control on the remote entry transmitter The liftgate and liftgate window are no longer armed but the doors and hood are still armed To disarm the doors and hood press the liftgate power door lock control Pressing the power door UNLOCK trim switch within the 20 second prearmed mode will return the vehicle to a disarmed state TRIGGERING THE ANTI THEFT SYSTEM The armed system will be trigge...

Page 97: ...button 3 times 2 Turn the ignition key to OFF then press the UNLOCK button 3 times 3 Turn the ignition key to RUN the horn will chirp once to confirm programming mode is entered 4 Press the UNLOCK button and then the LOCK button The horn will chirp once to verify that the autolock feature has been disabled or chirp twice to indicate the system has been enabled 5 Turn ignition to OFF to exit progra...

Page 98: ...the risk of injury in a collision or sudden stop Adjustable head restraints Head restraints help to limit head motion in the event of a rear collision The seats in your vehicle may have adjustable head restraints Adjust your head restraint so that it is located directly or as close as possible behind your head The head restraints can be moved up and down Seating and Safety Restraints Seating and S...

Page 99: ...ver adjust 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 Lift handle to move seat forward or backward Pull lever up to adjust seatback Seating and Safety Restraints 98 ...

Page 100: ...n the outboard side of the seat cushion Press front to raise or lower the front portion of the seat cushion Press rear to raise or lower the rear portion of the seat cushion Press the control to move the seat forward backward up or down Seating and Safety Restraints 99 ...

Page 101: ...n two repeat the previous procedure using control 2 A position can only be recalled when the transmission gearshift is in Park or Neutral A memory seat position may be programmed at any time The memory seat positions can also be recalled when you press your remote entry transmitter UNLOCK control To program the memory seat to remote entry transmitter refer to Remote entry system in the Locks and s...

Page 102: ...umbar support turn the lumbar support control toward the rear of vehicle Heated seats if equipped To operate the heated seats Push control located on the seat to activate Push again to deactivate The heated seat icon in the dual electronic automatic temperature control DEATC will illuminate when activated Seating and Safety Restraints 101 ...

Page 103: ...upright position Press downward on the upper corner of the seatback and hold Pull the release handle upward to unlatch the seat Rotate the seatback upward until the seatback latches in the upright position The seatback will click when it is locked into position Folding down the 40 20 40 rear seats Ensure that the headrest is in the down position and no objects such as books purses or briefcases ar...

Page 104: ...ush the handle up and lift the seatback toward the rear of the vehicle 2 Rotate the seatback until you hear a click locking it in the upright position Operating the 2nd row seat for E Z Entry if equipped The E Z Entry seat allows for easier entry and exit to and from the 3rd row seat To enter the 3rd row seat 1 Fold down the 2nd row seat 2 Push the handle all the way up until the seat releases fro...

Page 105: ...floor To exit the 3rd row seat pull the red access control lever up releasing the seat from the floor and rotate the seat up towards the front seat Always latch the vehicle seat to the floor whether the seat is occupied or empty If not latched the seat may cause injury during a sudden stop Seating and Safety Restraints 104 ...

Page 106: ...ward the front of the vehicle 3 Press down on the top outboard area of the seatback until a click is heard To return the seatback to the upright position 1 Pull the lever and lift the seatback toward the rear of the vehicle 2 Rotate the seatback until you hear a click locking it in the upright position Seating and Safety Restraints 105 ...

Page 107: ...tow feature The 3rd row seat has a tip stow feature to increase cargo space without removing the seat from the vehicle Lower the head restraints before putting the seat in the stowed position To put seat in stowed position 1 Pull the seat release lever located on top of the seatback while pushing the seatback down onto the seat cushion 2 The seatback will latch into place Seating and Safety Restra...

Page 108: ...the seat release lever located on top of the seatback while lifting the seatback into the upright position 3 The seatback will latch into place The third row seat is equipped with combination lap and shoulder belts in both seating positions For information on the proper operation of the safety restraints refer to Safety Restraints in this chapter Seating and Safety Restraints 107 ...

Page 109: ...sage sensors driver seat position sensor and indicator lights How does the personal safety system work The Personal Safety System can adapt the deployment strategy of your vehicle s safety devices according to crash severity and occupant conditions A collection of crash and occupant sensors provides information to the Restraints Control Module RCM During a crash the RCM activates the safety belt p...

Page 110: ...r bag by providing a lower air bag output level Front safety belt usage sensors The front safety belt usage sensors detect whether or not the driver and front outboard passenger safety belts are fastened This information allows your Personal Safety System to tailor the air bag deployment and safety belt pretensioner activation depending upon safety belt usage Refer to Safety Belt section in this c...

Page 111: ... The warning light will not illuminate immediately after the ignition is turned on A series of five beeps will be heard The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the problem and warning light are repaired If any of these things happen even intermittently have the Personal Safety System serviced at your dealership or by a qualified technician immediately Unless serviced the system may not fun...

Page 112: ...transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints Safety belts and seats can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather they could burn a small child Check seat covers and buckles before you place a child anywhere near them Energy Management Feature This vehicle has a safety belt system with an energy management fe...

Page 113: ...ll of the passenger combination lap and shoulder belts have two types of locking modes described below Vehicle sensitive mode This is the normal retractor mode which allows free shoulder belt length adjustment to your movements and locking in response to vehicle movement For example if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply or the vehicle receives an impact of approximately 8 km h 5 ...

Page 114: ...sible Refer to Safety restraints for children or Safety seats for children later in this chapter How to use the automatic locking mode Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is pulled out Allow the belt to retract As the belt retracts you will hear a clicking sound This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic lockin...

Page 115: ...right front passenger seating positions The safety belt pretensioner is a device which removes excess webbing from the safety belt system The safety belt pretensioner uses the same crash sensor system as the front air bag and Safety Canopy娂 supplemental restraint systems When the safety belt pretensioner deploys webbing from the lap and shoulder belt is tightened When the Safety Canopy娂 system or ...

Page 116: ...sion assembly If the safety belt is too short when fully extended there is a 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 extensio...

Page 117: ...he driver that the driver s safety belt is unbuckled by intermittently sounding a chime and illuminating the safety belt warning lamp in the instrument cluster If Then The driver s safety belt is not buckled before the vehicle has reached at least 5 km h 3 mph and 1 2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to ON The BeltMinder feature is activated the safety belt warning li...

Page 118: ...le up Safety belts don t work Safety belts when used properly reduce risk of death to front seat occupants by 45 in cars and by 60 in light trucks Traffic is light Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur in single vehicle crashes many when no other vehicles are around Belts wrinkle my clothes Possibly but a serious crash can do much more than wrinkle your clothes particularly if you are unbelted The people I m...

Page 119: ...iver s safety belt is unbuckled the parklamps headlamps are in OFF position If vehicle is equipped with Autolamps the Autolamps feature MUST be turned off Read steps 1 9 thoroughly before proceeding with the deactivation activation programming procedure BeltMinder deactivation activation procedure To reduce the risk of injury do not deactivate activate the Belt Minder feature while driving the veh...

Page 120: ... periodically to make sure they work properly and are not damaged Inspect the safety belts to make sure there are no nicks tears or cuts Replace if necessary All safety belt assemblies including retractors buckles front seat belt buckle assemblies buckle support assemblies slide bar if equipped shoulder belt height adjusters if equipped shoulder belt guide on seatback if equipped child safety seat...

Page 121: ...oying air bag All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always properly wear their safety belts even when an air bag SRS is provided Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA recommends a minimum distance of at least 25 cm 10 inches between an occupan...

Page 122: ...ing serious injury Do not attempt to service repair or modify the air bag supplemental restraint systems or its fuses See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer Modifications to the front end of the vehicle including frame bumper front end body structure and non Ford tow hooks may effect the performance of the air bag sensors increasing the risk of injury Do not modify the front end of the vehicle wi...

Page 123: ... the seat all the way back How does the air bag supplemental restraint system work The air bag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains longitudinal deceleration sufficient to cause the sensors to close an electrical circuit that initiates air bag inflation The fact that the air bags did not inflate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system Rather it means t...

Page 124: ...ries such as fractures facial and eye injuries or internal injuries particularly to occupants who are not properly restrained or are otherwise out of position at the time of air bag deployment Thus it is extremely important that occupants be properly restrained as far away from the air bag module as possible while maintaining vehicle control Several air bag system components get hot after inflatio...

Page 125: ...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 ignition is turned on A series of five beeps will be heard The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the problem and or light are repaired If any of these things happen even intermittently have the SRS serviced at your dealership or by a qualif...

Page 126: ... trim or the headliner on a vehicle containing a Safety Canopy娂 See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always wear their safety belts even when an air bag SRS and Safety Canopy娂 system is provided To reduce risk of injury do not obstruct or place objects in the deployment path of the inflatable Safety Canopy娂 Seating and Safety Restraints 1...

Page 127: ... B pillar one on each side Two side crash sensors located at the c pillar behind the rear doors one on each side Roll over sensor in the restraints control module RCM The Safety Canopy娂 system in combination with seat belts can help reduce the risk of severe injuries in the event of a significant side impact collision or rollover event Children 12 years old and under should always be properly rest...

Page 128: ...llover events not in rear impact frontal or near frontal collisions unless the collision causes sufficient lateral deceleration or rollover likelihood Several Safety Canopy娂 system components get hot after inflation Do not touch them after inflation If the Safety Canopy娂 system has deployed the Safety Canopy娂 will not function again The Safety Canopy娂 system including the A B and C pillar trim mus...

Page 129: ...estraints for children Also see Air bag supplemental restraint system SRS in this chapter for special instructions about using air bags Important child restraint precautions You are required by law to use safety restraints for children in the U S and Canada If small children generally children who are four years old or younger and who weigh 18 kg 40 lbs or less ride in your vehicle you must put th...

Page 130: ...ler seat when they weigh 40 pounds and are around 4 years of age Although the lap shoulder belt will provide some protection these children are still too small for lap shoulder belts to fit properly which could increase the risk of serious injury To improve the fit of both the lap and shoulder belt on children who have outgrown child safety seats Ford Motor Company recommends use of a belt positio...

Page 131: ...booster seat has a removable shield remove the shield and use the lap shoulder belt If a seating position has a low seat back and no head restraint a backless booster seat may place your child s head top of ear level above the top of the seat In this case move the backless booster to another seating position with a higher seat back and lap shoulder belts Those with a high back If with a backless b...

Page 132: ... is best to use a booster seat with lap shoulder belts in the back seat the safest place for children to ride Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the booster seat Never put the shoulder belt under a child s arm or behind 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 book...

Page 133: ... seat and the release button to prevent accidental unbuckling Place seat back in upright position Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode Refer to Automatic locking mode passenger side front and outboard rear seating positions if equipped section in this chapter Ford recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether strap Install the child safety seat in a seating position wi...

Page 134: ...ag If you must use a forward facing child seat in the front seat move the seat all the way back Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible 1 Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt 2 Pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together Seating and Safety Restraints 133 ...

Page 135: ...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 136: ...per installation 10 Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is in the automatic locking mode you should not be able to pull more belt out If the retractor is not locked unbuckle the belt and repeat steps two through nine Check to make sure the child seat is properly secured before each use Attaching child safety seats with tether straps Most new forward facing child sa...

Page 137: ...strap may not work properly if attached somewhere other than the correct tether anchor 1 Position the child safety seat on the rear seat cushion 2 Route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the head restraint posts 3 Locate the correct anchor for the selected rear seating position When placing a child safety seat in the 2nd row center seating position of the 5 passenger vehicle th...

Page 138: ... Behind 2nd row seat At the rear of the cargo area Seating and Safety Restraints 137 ...

Page 139: ...e safety seat is not anchored properly the risk of a child being injured in a collision greatly increases Attaching safety seats with LATCH Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children attachments for child seat anchors Some child safety seats have two rigid or webbing mounted attachments that connect to two anchors at certain seating positions in your vehicle This type of child seat eliminates the need...

Page 140: ... positions marked with the child seat symbol Never attach two LATCH child safety seats to the same anchor In a crash one anchor may not be strong enough to hold two child safety seat attachments and may break causing serious injury or death Seating and Safety Restraints 139 ...

Page 141: ...nchors in the seat to help attach a child seat with rigid attachments The guides hold the seat trim away to expose the anchor and make it easier to attach some child seats Attach LATCH lower attachments of the child seat only to the anchors shown If you install a child seat with rigid LATCH attachments do not tighten the tether strap enough to lift the child seat off the vehicle seat cushion when ...

Page 142: ...hors and tether anchor Try to move the child seat from side to side Also try to tug the seat forward Check to see if the anchors hold the seat in place If the safety seat is not anchored properly the risk of a child being injured in a crash greatly increases Seating and Safety Restraints 141 ...

Page 143: ...n when driving 4 START cranks the engine Release the key as soon as the engine starts Important safety precautions When the engine starts the idle RPM runs faster to warm the engine If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically have the vehicle checked Before starting the vehicle 1 Make sure all occupants buckle their safety belts For more information on safety belts and their proper u...

Page 144: ...ake sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly If a light fails to illuminate have the vehicle serviced If the driver s safety belt is fastened the light may not illuminate 4 3 2 1 O D OFF DOOR AJAR CHECK GAGE CHECK FUEL CAP LOW WASH BRAKE SERVICE ENGINE SOON TRIP Driving 143 ...

Page 145: ...ased cranking times rough idle or hesitation until the engine has warmed up Consult your fuel distributor for the availability of winter grade ethanol Do not crank the engine for more than 30 seconds at a time as starter damage may occur If the engine fails to start turn the key to OFF and wait 30 seconds before trying again Do not use starting fluid such as ether in the air intake system see Air ...

Page 146: ...risk of electrical shock do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two pronged cheater adapters Guarding against exhaust fumes Carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes Take precautions to avoid its dangerous effects If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes Important ventilating inf...

Page 147: ...s not illuminate during start up remains on or flashes the ABS may be disabled and may need to be serviced Even when the ABS is disabled normal braking is still effective If your BRAKE warning lamp illuminates with the parking brake released have your brake system serviced immediately Parking brake Apply the parking brake whenever the vehicle is parked To set the parking brake press the parking br...

Page 148: ...ly and reduce fuel economy STEERING To prevent damage to the power steering system Never hold the steering wheel at its furthest turning points until it stops for more than a few seconds when the engine is running Do not operate the vehicle with a low power steering pump fluid level below the MIN mark on the reservoir If the power steering system breaks down or if the engine is turned off you can ...

Page 149: ... off road conditions Avoid sharp turns excessive speed and abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles Failure to drive cautiously could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death Loaded vehicles with a higher center of gravity may handle differently than unloaded vehicles Extra precautions such as slower speeds and increased stopping distance should b...

Page 150: ...e of the steering column 3 Rotate the access panel counterclockwise with a flat head screw driver until it is lined up to the access hole in the open position 4 Insert a tool or screw driver into the access hole to override the brake shift interlock Apply the brake and shift into Neutral Driving 149 ...

Page 151: ... brake is fully released but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated the brakes may not be working properly See your dealer or a qualified service technician Driving with a 5 speed automatic transmission Your transmission is equipped with an adaptive learning strategy found in the vehicle computer This feature is designed to increase durability and provide consistent shift feel over the life of...

Page 152: ...out of R Reverse N Neutral With the gearshift lever in N Neutral the vehicle can be started and is free to roll Hold the brake pedal down while in this position D Overdrive The normal driving position for the best fuel economy Transmission operates in gears one through five D Overdrive can be deactivated by pressing the transmission control switch on the end of the gearshift lever This will illumi...

Page 153: ...downshift into 1 First at high speeds allows for 1 First when vehicle reaches slower speeds Forced downshifts Allowed in D Overdrive or Drive Depress the accelerator to the floor Allows transmission to select an appropriate gear If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow it may be rocked out by shifting from forward and reverse gears stopping between shifts...

Page 154: ...t effective at speeds greater than 5 km h 3 mph and may not detect certain angular or moving objects To help avoid personal injury please read and understand the limitations of the reverse sensing system as contained in this section Reverse sensing is only an aid for some generally large and fixed objects when moving in reverse on a flat surface at parking speeds Inclement weather may also affect ...

Page 155: ...lector is placed in R Reverse and the ignition is ON An RSS control on the instrument panel allows the driver to turn the RSS on and off To turn the RSS off the ignition must be ON and the gear selector in R Reverse An indicator light on the control will illuminate when the system is turned off If the indicator light illuminates when the RSS is not turned off it may indicate a failure in the RSS K...

Page 156: ...es should never be used Such a tire could make the vehicle difficult to control as well as result in damage to driveline components Utility and four wheel drive vehicles are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under off road conditions Avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles DRIVIN...

Page 157: ...le including occupants and cargo and the loaded trailer GCWR Gross Combined Weight Rating Maximum allowable combined weight of towing vehicle including occupants and cargo and the loaded trailer Maximum Trailer Weight Rating Maximum weight of a trailer the vehicle is permitted to tow The maximum trailer weight rating is determined by subtracting the vehicle curb weight for each engine transmission...

Page 158: ...e operation of this type of vehicle see the Preparing to drive your vehicle section in this chapter Loaded vehicles may handle differently than unloaded vehicles Extra precautions such as slower speeds and increased stopping distance should be taken when driving a heavily loaded vehicle Your vehicle can haul more cargo and people than most passenger cars Depending upon the type and placement of th...

Page 159: ...r to the severe duty schedule in the scheduled maintenance guide Do not tow a trailer until your vehicle has been driven at least 800 km 500 miles Refer to the instructions included with towing accessories for the proper installation and adjustment specifications Do not exceed the maximum loads listed on the Safety Compliance Certification label For load specification terms found on the label refe...

Page 160: ...erior temperatures Towing a trailer over 1588 kg 3500 lbs requires a weight distributing hitch AWD w automatic transmission GCWR Gross Combined Weight Rating Trailer Weight Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR kg lbs Trailer weight range kg lbs 0 Maximum 4 0L SOHC 4 6L 3 55 3493 7700 0 1497 0 3300 4 0L SOHC w Class III Trailer Tow Package 3 73 LS 4536 10000 0 2395 0 5280 4 6L 3 73 3 73 LS 5262 1160...

Page 161: ...ual automatic or surge type trailer brakes are safe if installed properly and adjusted to the manufacturer s specifications The trailer brakes must meet local and Federal regulations Do not connect a trailer s hydraulic brake system directly to your vehicle s brake system Your vehicle may not have enough braking power and your chances of having a collision greatly increase The braking system of th...

Page 162: ... after towing If you tow a trailer for long distances your vehicle will require more frequent service intervals Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide for more information Trailer towing tips Practice turning stopping and backing up before starting on a trip to get the feel of the vehicle trailer combination When turning make wider turns so the trailer wheels will clear curbs and other obstacle...

Page 163: ... GROUND Follow these guidelines for your specific powertrain combination to tow 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 Rear Wheel Drive RWD 4x2 vehicles This applies to all 4x2 trucks sport utilities with rear wheel drive capability Place the ...

Page 164: ...ill cover changing a flat tire jump starts lock out assistance limited fuel delivery towing of your disabled vehicle to the nearest Ford Motor Company dealership or your selling dealer if within 56 3 km 35 miles of the nearest Ford Motor Company dealership one tow per disablement Even non warranty related tows like accidents or getting stuck in the mud or snow are covered some exclusions apply suc...

Page 165: ...140 Canadian customers who need to obtain reimbursement information call 1 800 665 2006 ROADSIDE COVERAGE BEYOND BASIC WARRANTY In the United States you may purchase additional roadside assistance coverage beyond this period through the Ford Auto Club by contacting your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer Similarly in Canada for uninterrupted Roadside Assistance coverage you may purchase extended cover...

Page 166: ... pump shut off switch is located in the passenger s foot well by the kick panel Use the following procedure to reset the fuel pump shut off switch 1 Turn the ignition to the OFF position 2 Check the fuel system for leaks 3 If no fuel leak is apparent reset the fuel pump shut off switch by pushing in on the reset button 4 Turn the ignition to the ON position Pause for a few seconds and return the k...

Page 167: ...se with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse rating Mini fuses Standard fuses Maxi fuses Cartridge maxi fuses Fuse link cartridge 2A Grey Grey 3A Violet Violet 4A Pink Pink 5A Tan Tan 7 5A Brown Brown 10A Red Red 15A Blue Blue 20A Yellow Yellow Yellow Blue Blue 25A Natural Natural 30A Green Green Green Pink ...

Page 168: ...panel is located below the instrument panel on the driver s side To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel box 1 6 16 21 26 27 28 29 30 22 23 24 25 17 18 19 20 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 2 3 4 5 Roadside Emergencies 167 ...

Page 169: ... 10 10A Heated backlight relay coil A C clutch contact 11 20A Heated seats 12 Not used 13 5A Overdrive cancel switch Flex fuel sender 14 5A PATS module 15 5A Rear wiper module Cluster TPMS 16 5A Power mirror Manual climate control TPMS 17 15A Delayed acc coil Battery saver Glove compartment lamp 2nd row courtesy lamps Interior lamps front 18 10A Left horn 19 10A RCM 20 5A Driver seat switch Driver...

Page 170: ...iler tow battery charge coil 26 7 5A Park aid Brake shift interlock 27 7 5A Electrochromatic mirror Digital transmission range sensor backup lamps 28 5A Radio Start DVD Start 29 10A Digital transmission range sensor PWR feed to fuse 28 Start feed 30 5A Daytime Running Lamps DRL Remote solenoid DEATC climate controller Manual climate control Manual climate control temp blend actuator Roadside Emerg...

Page 171: ...assenger compartment fuse panel See your dealer or a certified technician for service of this relay box Fuse Relay Location Description Relay 1 Flasher relay Relay 2 Rear defrost Relay 3 Delayed accessory relay Relay 4 Open Relay 5 Battery saver Relay 6 Open Relay 7 Open Roadside Emergencies 170 ...

Page 172: ...tems 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 reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected refer to the Battery section of the Maintenance and specifications chapter Roadside Emergencies 171 ...

Page 173: ... Power point 1 10 30A ABS module valves 11 40A PTEC 12 50A Ignition relay Starter relay 13 40A Trailer tow battery Trailer tow turn signals 14 10A Daytime Running Lamps DRL Canada 15 15A Memory PCM DEATC Cluster Interior lights 16 15A Headlamp switch Foglamp switch 17 Not used 18 Not used 19 20A High beam relay 20 30A Electric brake 21 30A Front wiper motor 22 20A Low beam 23 30A Ignition switch 2...

Page 174: ...7 15A A C clutch relay Transmission 38 15A Coil on plug 39 15A Injectors Fuel pump relay 40 15A PTEC power 41 15A HEGO VMV CMS PTEC 42 10A Right low beam 43 10A Left low beam 44 15A Front foglamps 45 2A Brake pressure switch ABS 46 20A High beams 47 Horn relay 48 Fuel pump relay 49 High beam relay 50 Fog lamp relay 51 DRL relay Canada 52 A C clutch relay 53 Trailer tow right turn relay 54 Trailer ...

Page 175: ...i Cartridge Fuses Rear relay box The relay box is located on the rear passenger side quarter trim panel See your dealer or a certified technician for service of this relay box The relays are coded as follows Fuse Relay Location Description Relay 14 Not used Relay 15 Trailer tow back up lamps Relay 16 Not used Relay 17 Not used Relay 18 Not used Relay 19 Trailer tow park lamps Roadside Emergencies ...

Page 176: ... used Relay 23 Not used Diode 3 Not used Diode 4 Not used Auxiliary relay box The relay box is located on the front right fender well underneath the speed control module The relays are coded as follows Fuse Relay Location Description Relay 64 Open Relay 65 Open Relay 66 Open Roadside Emergencies 175 ...

Page 177: ...itor sensor becomes damaged it will no longer function Spare tire information The spare tire can be used as a spare or a regular tire although the spare wheel may not match the regular wheels If your vehicle is equipped with AWD a spare tire of a different size than the road tires should not be used Such a tire could make the vehicle difficult to control as well as result in damage to driveline co...

Page 178: ...sing the wheel chock provided with your vehicle Location of the spare tire and tools The spare tire and tools for your vehicle are stowed in the following locations Tool Location Spare tire Under the vehicle just in front of the rear bumper The spare tire winch drive nut is located at the rear center of the cargo area under a lid Jack lug nut wrench jack handle wheel chock Behind the rear seat und...

Page 179: ...ate and remove the carpeted floor lid and jack cover 2 Turn jack screw eyelet counterclockwise and remove the jack from the bracket 3 Remove the tools from the provided bag Rotate the wrench socket out from the handle Roadside Emergencies 178 ...

Page 180: ...will damage the spare tire winch 1 Open the cover from the carpeting on cargo floor to expose the winch drive nut 2 Insert the lug wrench on the winch drive nut The wrench will stop moving and forward resistance to turning will be felt when properly engaged Roadside Emergencies 179 ...

Page 181: ...y opposite other end of the vehicle to the tire being changed If the vehicle slips off the jack you or someone else could be seriously injured Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel 1 Use the tip of the lug wrench to remove the beauty cap by twisti...

Page 182: ... lug nut wrench and into the square hole on the other side If equipped with a two piece extension assemble the two piece extension by sliding the two halves together 4 Position the jack according to the illustrated guides and turn the jack handle clockwise until the tire is a maximum of 25 mm 1 inch off the ground Roadside Emergencies 181 ...

Page 183: ...as been lowered 7 Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise 8 Remove the jack and fully tighten the lug nuts in the order shown Stowing the flat spare tire 1 Lay the tire on the ground with the valve stem facing up toward the vehicle 2 Slide the wheel partially under the vehicle and install the retainer through the wheel center Pull on the cable to align the components at the end...

Page 184: ...he spare tire lock key and jack handle 6 Repeat this tightness check procedure when servicing the spare tire pressure every six months per scheduled maintenance guide or at any time that the spare tire is disturbed through service of other components Re stowing the jack and tools 1 Unblock the wheels 2 Replace beauty cap stow the jack and tools in their respective locations making sure they are fu...

Page 185: ... electrical system 3 Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle making sure the two vehicles do not touch Set the parking brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other moving parts 4 Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion before you attach the battery cables Ensure that vent caps are tight and level 5 Turn the heater fan o...

Page 186: ...battery 4 Make the final connection of the negative cable to the provided jumpstarting bolt 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 Roadside Emergencies 185 ...

Page 187: ...4 0L Engine 4 6L Engine Roadside Emergencies 186 ...

Page 188: ...the engine of the disabled vehicle 3 Once the disabled vehicle 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 2 Remove the jumper cable on the negative connection of the booster vehicle s ...

Page 189: ...tery 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 188 ...

Page 190: ...or directions on how to move the gearshift lever out of the P Park position for proper towing On 4x2 vehicles it is acceptable to tow the vehicle with the front wheels on the ground without dollies and the rear wheels off the ground On AWD vehicles it is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment with all the wheels off the ground If the vehicle is to...

Page 191: ...atisfied 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 Away from ...

Page 192: ... 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 contacting a Customer Relationship Center Your telephone numbe...

Page 193: ...he 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 Canada dealer There are several plans available in various time...

Page 194: ...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 195: ... 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 196: ...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 197: ...isions are fast fair and final the arbitrator s award is binding both to you and Ford of Canada CAMVAP services are available in all 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 f...

Page 198: ...r vehicle in North America and then relocate outside of the U S or Canada register your vehicle identification number VIN and new address with Ford Motor Company Worldwide Direct Market Operations ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER S LITERATURE To order the publications in this portfolio contact Helm Incorporated at HELM INCORPORATED P O Box 07150 Detroit Michigan 48207 Or call For a free publication catal...

Page 199: ...had a reasonable number of attempts to conform the vehicle to its applicable express warranties if within the first 18 months of ownership of a new vehicle or the first 29 000 km 18 000 miles whichever occurs first 1 Two or more repair attempts are made on the same nonconformity likely to cause death or serious bodily injury OR 2 Four or more repair attempts are made on the same nonconformity a de...

Page 200: ...gation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or Ford Motor Company To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in the Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation...

Page 201: ...iesel 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 vehicle wash off as soon as possible If your vehicle is equipped with running boards do ...

Page 202: ...arm wheel rims or covers Some automatic car washes may cause damage to the finish 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 remov...

Page 203: ...hlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine 4 6L V8 Engine 4 0L SOHC V6 Engine Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running water in the running engine may cause internal damage Cleaning 202 ...

Page 204: ... ZC 23 available from your dealer Do not use abrasives as they may cause scratches Do not use fuel kerosene or paint thinner to clean any 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 d...

Page 205: ...nt abilities of the seat materials Do not use cleaning solvents bleach or dye on the vehicle 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...

Page 206: ...XC 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 Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner ZC 37 A Motorcraft Dash and Viny...

Page 207: ... the engine running in an enclosed space unless you are sure you have enough ventilation Keep all open flames and other lit material away from the battery and all fuel related parts Working with the engine off 1 Set the parking brake and shift to P Park 2 Turn off the engine and remove the key 3 Block the wheels Working with the engine on 1 Set the parking brake and shift to P Park 2 Block the whe...

Page 208: ...OPENING THE HOOD 1 Inside the vehicle pull the hood release handle located under the bottom left corner of the instrument panel Maintenance and Specifications 207 ...

Page 209: ...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 Maintenance and Specifications 208 ...

Page 210: ...engine 1 Engine coolant reservoir 2 Engine oil filler cap 3 Engine oil dipstick 4 Brake fluid reservoir 5 Power distribution box 6 Battery 7 Power steering fluid reservoir 8 Air filter assembly 9 Windshield washer fluid reservoir Maintenance and Specifications 209 ...

Page 211: ...Engine oil dipstick 3 Brake fluid reservoir 4 Power distribution box 5 Battery 6 Power steering fluid reservoir 7 Engine oil filler cap 8 Air filter assembly 9 Windshield washer fluid reservoir 1 2 3 5 9 8 6 4 7 Maintenance and Specifications 210 ...

Page 212: ...ld be used only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging the vehicle s paint finish wiper blades or washer system If you operate your vehicle in temperatures below 4 5 C 40 F use washer fluid with antifreeze protection Failure to use washer fluid with antifreeze protection in cold weather could result in impaired windshield vision and increase the risk of injury or accident Do not ...

Page 213: ...icle is on level ground 2 Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan 3 Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P Park 4 Open the hood Protect yourself from engine heat 5 Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator dipstick 4 0L V6 engine Maintenance and Specifications 212 ...

Page 214: ...icator fully then remove it again If the oil level is between the MIN and MAX marks the oil level is acceptable DO NOT ADD OIL If the oil level is below the MIN mark add enough oil to raise the level within the MIN MAX range Maintenance and Specifications 213 ...

Page 215: ...6L V8 engine Oil levels above the MAX mark may cause engine damage Some oil must be removed from the engine by a service technician 7 Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated Maintenance and Specifications 214 ...

Page 216: ... DO NOT operate the vehicle with the engine oil level indicator and or the engine oil filler cap removed Engine Oil Recommendations 4 6L Engine Look for this certification trademark SAE 5W 20 engine oil is recommended Only use oils Certified For Gasoline Engines by the American Petroleum Institute API Use Motorcraft or an equivalent oil meeting Ford Specification WSS M2C153 H SAE 5W 20 oil provide...

Page 217: ...our engine oil according to the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled maintenance guide Engine Oil Filter Recommendation Change your engine oil filter according to the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled maintenance guide Ford production and aftermarket Motorcraft oil filters are designed for added engine protection and long life If a replacement oil filter is used that does not me...

Page 218: ...th distilled water If the battery needs water often have the charging system checked If your battery has a cover shield make sure it is reinstalled after the battery has been cleaned or replaced For longer trouble free operation keep the top of the battery clean and dry Also make certain the battery cables are always tightly fastened to the battery terminals If you see any corrosion on the battery...

Page 219: ...ditions are maintained by power from the battery When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed the engine must relearn its idle and fuel trim strategy for optimum driveability and performance To begin this process 1 With the vehicle at a complete stop set the parking brake 2 Put the gearshift in P Park turn off all accessories and start the engine 3 Run the engine until it reaches...

Page 220: ...f 36 C 34 F Coolant concentration testing is possible with a hydrometer or antifreeze 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 5...

Page 221: ...hecked at the recommended interval the engine coolant reservoir may become low or empty If the reservoir 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 When add...

Page 222: ...tection A large amount of water without engine coolant may be added in case of emergency to reach a vehicle service location In this instance the cooling system must be drained and refilled with a 50 50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water as soon as possible Water alone without engine coolant can cause engine damage from corrosion overheating or freezing Do not use alcohol methanol brine...

Page 223: ...lant has been added check the coolant concentration refer to Checking Engine Coolant section If the concentration is not 50 50 protection to 34 F 36 C drain some coolant and adjust the concentration It may take several drains and additions to obtain a 50 50 coolant concentration Whenever coolant has been added the coolant level in the coolant reservoir should be checked the next few times you driv...

Page 224: ... and water Do not allow the coolant concentration to fall below 40 coolant At a concentration less than 40 the corrosion protection to your engine and cooling components may be compromised and permanent damage may result What you should know about fail safe cooling 4 6L V8 engine only If the engine coolant supply is depleted this feature allows the vehicle to be driven temporarily before increment...

Page 225: ...ot be able to maintain high speed operation and the engine will run rough Remember that the engine is capable of completely shutting down automatically to prevent engine damage therefore 1 Pull off the road as soon as safely possible and turn off the engine 2 Arrange for the vehicle to be taken to a service facility 3 If this is not possible wait a short period for the engine to cool 4 Check the c...

Page 226: ...ry or death if misused or mishandled Fuel ethanol and gasoline may contain benzene which is a cancer causing agent Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel Extinguish all smoking materials and any open flames before fueling your vehicle Always turn off the vehicle before fueling Automotive fuels can be harmful or fatal if swallowed Fuels such as gasoline and ethanol are highl...

Page 227: ...en checking the VIN look for the engine type identifier 8th character If your vehicle is an FFV then the character will be labeled as a K Pure ethanol is the alcohol which is the intoxicating agent in liquor beer and wine It is distilled from the fermentation of plants such as field corn and sugar cane When ethanol is used in the making of motor fuels a small amount of a bad tasting chemical is ad...

Page 228: ... approved fuel container on the ground DO NOT fill a fuel container while it is in the vehicle including the cargo area Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact with the fuel container while filling DO NOT use a device that would hold the fuel pump handle in the fill position Choosing the right fuel Use only UNLEADED FUEL The use of leaded fuel is prohibited by law and could damage your vehicle If you...

Page 229: ...h as Fuel Methanol may cause powertrain damage a loss of vehicle performance and your warranty may be invalidated Fuel quality Many of the world s automakers issued the World wide Fuel Charter that recommends gasoline specifications to provide improved performance and emission control system protection for your vehicle Gasolines that meet the World wide Fuel Charter should be used when available A...

Page 230: ...n If you are experiencing a rough or rolling idle after start up with the outside temperature above 27 C 80 F the idle should improve within 10 to 30 seconds If the problems persist below this temperature see your dealer or a qualified service technician Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated cleaner burning gasolines to improve air quality Running out of fuel Avoid running out of fuel ...

Page 231: ...cap excessive pressure or vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel cap to disengage in a collision which may result in possible personal injury Fuel Filter For fuel filter replacement see your dealer or a qualified service technician Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals for changing the fuel filter Replace the fuel filter with an author...

Page 232: ...an error in the reading will result if the engine is left running Use the same filling rate setting low medium high each time the tank is filled Allow no more than 2 automatic click offs when filling Always use fuel with the recommended octane rating Use a known quality gasoline preferably a national brand Use the same side of the same pump and have the vehicle facing the same direction each time ...

Page 233: ...ration to the 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 ha...

Page 234: ...nning boards ski luggage racks may reduce 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 gear and with steady pressure on the gas pedal Four wheel drive operation if eq...

Page 235: ...de are essential to the life and performance of your vehicle and to its emissions system If other than Ford Motorcraft or Ford authorized parts are used for maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting emission control such non Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability Do not park idle or drive your vehicle in dry grass or ...

Page 236: ...e engine may misfire or run poorly 2 Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel 3 The fuel cap may not have been securely tightened These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank with good quality fuel and or properly tightening the fuel cap After three driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions present the Check Engine Service Engine Soon light should tur...

Page 237: ... must warm up to its normal operating temperature Once started do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the service interval schedules If adding fluid is necessary use only MERCON威 ATF 4 0L SOHC V6 engine 4 6L V8 engine 1 Start the engine and let it run u...

Page 238: ...he performance of your brake system could be compromised seek service from your dealer immediately TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid The automatic transmission does not have a transmission fluid dipstick Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide for scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes Your transmission does not consume fluid However the fluid level should be che...

Page 239: ...only fluid that meets Ford specifications Refer to Lubricant Specifications in this chapter DRIVELINE UNIVERSAL JOINT AND SLIP YOKE Your vehicle may be equipped with universal joints that require lubrication Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for maintenance intervals If the original universal joints are replaced with universal joints equipped with grease fittings lubrication will also be ne...

Page 240: ...S Department of Transportation requires Ford to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 1 1 2 times as well on the govern...

Page 241: ... 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 inflated and not overloaded Excessiv...

Page 242: ...these precautions your vehicle handling may be effected which can lead to loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover and or personal injury Make sure that all replacement tires are of the same size type load carrying capacity and tread design as originally offered by Ford Do not replace your tires with high performance tires or larger size tires Failure to follow these precautions your vehicle handl...

Page 243: ...evice must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation The tire pressure monitoring system is NOT a substitute for manually checking tire pressure The tire pressure should be checked periodically at least monthly using a tire gauge see Checking the tire pressure in this chapter Failure to properly maintain your tire pressure could increase the risk of...

Page 244: ...or bang against the vehicle stop and retighten them If this does not work remove the cables or chains to prevent vehicle damage Avoid overloading your vehicle Remove the cables or chains when they are no longer needed Do not use cables or chains on dry roads Do not exceed 48 km h 30 mph with tire cables or chains on your vehicle Consult your dealer for information on other Ford approved methods of...

Page 245: ... 7L 5 0 quarts Motorcraft SAE 5W 20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil US Motorcraft SAE 5W 20 Super Premium Motor Oil Canada 4 6L 5 7L 6 0 quarts Fuel tank N A All 85 2L 22 5 gallons Power steering fluid Motorcraft MERCON 威 ATF All Fill between MIN and MAX lines on reservoir Transmission fluid 1 Motorcraft MERCON威 V ATF All 12 0L 12 7 quarts 2 Transfer case Motorcraft MERCON 威 ATF AWD 1 25L 1 3 qu...

Page 246: ...ant Motorcraft SAE 80W 90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant 4x4 AWD vehicles 1 3L 1 4 quarts Rear axle lubricant 4 Motorcraft SAE 75W 140 High Performance Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant Conventional Axle 1 7L 3 5 pints Limited Slip Axle5 1 5L 4 2 pints Windshield washer fluid Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate All vehicles 4 0L 4 2 quarts 1 Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is...

Page 247: ...EST M2C118 A to the rear axle whenever the axle has been serviced 6 Use of sythetic or sythetic blend motor oil is not mandatory Engine oil need only meet the requirements of Ford specification WSS M2C153 H and the API Certification mark LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Item Ford Part Name or equivalent Ford Part Number Ford Specification Body hinges latches door striker plates and rotors seat tracks fuel...

Page 248: ...otor Oil US Motorcraft SAE 5W 20 Super Premium Motor Oil Canada XO 5W20 QSP US CXO 5W20 LSP12 Canada WSS M2C153 H with API Certification Mark Automatic transmission 1 Motorcraft MERCON威V ATF XT 5 QM MERCON威V Power steering fluid Motorcraft MERCON 威 Multi Purpose ATF XT 2 QDX MERCON威 Ford conventional and Traction Lok rear axles 75W 140 High Performance Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant2 XY 75W140 QL W...

Page 249: ...geable DO NOT mix MERCON威 and MERCON威 V Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide to determine the correct service interval 2 Limited slip differentials must add 118 ml 4 oz of Additive Friction Modifier XL 3 or equivalent meeting Ford specification EST M2C118 A to the rear axle whenever the axle has been serviced ENGINE DATA Engine 4 0L SOHC V6 engine 4 6L V8 engine Cubic inches 245 281 Required ...

Page 250: ...mm in 1 Overall length 4850 191 0 2 Overall width 1831 72 1 3 Maximum height 1830 72 0 4 Wheelbase 2889 113 7 5 Track width front 1547 60 9 5 Track width rear 1556 5 61 3 P245 65R17 tire with roof rack 4 1 Maintenance and Specifications 249 ...

Page 251: ...fety Administration Regulations require that a Certification label be affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where the Certification label may be located The Certification label is located on the front door latch pillar on the driver s side 2 5 3 Maintenance and Specifications 250 ...

Page 252: ...ic XXXX is representative 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 number The engine number the last eight numbers of the vehicle identification number is stamped on the engine block transmission...

Page 253: ...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 Limited Warranty 3 years or 60 000 km 36 000 miles whichever occu...

Page 254: ...it Hitch step Interior mirror electrochromic with compass with and without temperature display Luggage Cargo basket Moon roof deflector Original equipment luggage rack cross bars Raised cross bars for luggage rack rails Remote start systems Running boards Scuff plates Seatback storage Smoker s package Soft luggage cover Tail lamp surrounds Tire step Trailer hitch Class III Trailer hitch bars and b...

Page 255: ...lded splash guards Moon roof deflector Rear air deflector Side window air deflectors Skid plates Tow hooks Universal floor mats For maximum vehicle performance keep the following information in mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle When adding accessories equipment passengers and luggage to your vehicle do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of the front or r...

Page 256: ...tion 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 transmission to be damaged or operate improperly In addition such systems may be damaged or their performance may be affected by operating your vehicle Citizens band CB transceivers garage door openers ...

Page 257: ...xle lubricant specifications 246 248 refill capacities 244 B Battery 217 acid treating emergencies 217 jumping a disabled battery 183 maintenance free 217 replacement specifications 243 servicing 217 BeltMinder 116 Brakes 145 anti lock 146 anti lock brake system ABS warning light 146 fluid checking and adding 237 fluid refill capacities 244 fluid specifications 246 248 lubricant specifications 246...

Page 258: ...ice you need 190 Ordering additional owner s literature 197 The Dispute Settlement Board 193 Utilizing the Mediation Arbitration Program 196 D Daytime running lamps see Lamps 37 Defrost rear window 36 Dipstick automatic transmission fluid 237 engine oil 212 Doors lubricant specifications 246 Driveline universal joint and slip yoke 238 Driving under special conditions 152 through water 155 Dual aut...

Page 259: ...h 165 improving fuel economy 230 octane rating 228 248 249 quality 228 running out of fuel 229 safety information relating to automotive fuels 225 Fuel flex fuel vehicle FFV 225 227 228 Fuses 166 167 G Garage door opener 52 62 Gas cap see Fuel cap 229 Gas mileage see Fuel economy 230 Gauges 14 GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating 156 calculating 157 definition 156 driving with a heavy load 156 location 1...

Page 260: ...tgate 79 85 Lights warning and indicator 10 anti lock brakes ABS 146 Limited slip axle 155 Load limits 156 GAWR 156 GVWR 156 trailer towing 156 Loading instructions 157 Locks childproof 84 doors 83 Lubricant specifications 246 248 Lumbar support seats 101 M Manual transmission lubricant specifications 248 Message center 68 english metric button 73 system check button 72 warning messages 74 Mirrors...

Page 261: ...nts 108 110 113 115 Safety Canopy 124 126 Safety defects reporting 199 Safety restraints 108 110 115 belt minder 116 extension assembly 115 for adults 111 113 for children 128 129 safety belt maintenance 119 warning light and chime 115 116 Safety seats for children 131 Seat belts see Safety restraints 108 Seats 97 child safety seats 131 heated 101 memory seat 86 100 Snowplowing 7 Spark plugs speci...

Page 262: ...s 244 lubricant specifications 246 248 Trunk 85 Turn signal 40 V Vehicle dimensions 249 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 251 Vehicle loading 156 Ventilating your vehicle 145 W Warning lights see Lights 10 Washer fluid 211 Water Driving through 155 Windows power 54 rear wiper washer 49 Windshield washer fluid and wipers 48 checking and adding fluid 211 liftgate reservoir 211 replacing wiper blades...

Page 263: ...262 ...

Page 264: ...263 ...

Page 265: ...264 ...

Search results

Summary of Contents for 2003

Reviews:

Related manuals for 2003

Brands by name

Popular brands

Mercury 2003, Owner'S Manual

Search results

Summary of Contents for 2003

Reviews:

Related manuals for 2003

Brands by name

Popular brands