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Mercury 2006 Milan, Owner'S Manual

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16.

ON/OFF/Volume:

Press to turn

ON/OFF. Turn to increase/decrease
volume.
If the volume is set above a certain
level and the ignition is turned off,
the volume will come back on at a
“nominal” listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on.

17.

CD:

Press to enter CD mode. If

a CD is already loaded into the
system, CD play will begin where it
ended last. If no CD is loaded, NO DISC will appear in the display.

CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in (12
cm) 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. Dirty, warped
or damaged CDs, irregular shaped CDs, CDs with a scratch
protection film attached, and CDs with homemade paper
(adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the CD player. The
label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed. It is
recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanent
felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels. Ballpoint pens may
damage CDs. Please contact your authorized dealer for further
information.

18.

CD eject:

Press to eject a CD. If

there is no CD present, the display
will read NO DISC.

19.

CD slot:

Insert a CD label side

up.

2006 Milan

(mln)

Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA

(fus)

Entertainment Systems

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Summary of Contents for 2006 Milan

Page 1: ...g 26 Automatic temperature control 28 Rear window defroster 33 Lights 34 Headlamps 34 Turn signal control 38 Bulb replacement 38 Driver Controls 49 Windshield wiper washer control 49 Steering wheel adjustment 50 Power windows 53 Mirrors 54 Speed control 55 Moon roof 59 Message center 61 Locks and Security 69 Keys 69 Locks 71 Anti theft system 83 Table of Contents 1 2006 Milan mln Owners Guide post...

Page 2: ...Starting 156 Brakes 160 Traction Control 161 Transmission operation 163 Roadside Emergencies 170 Getting roadside assistance 170 Hazard flasher switch 172 Fuel pump shut off switch 172 Fuses and relays 173 Changing tires 179 Lug nut torque 184 Jump starting 185 Wrecker towing 190 Customer Assistance 191 Reporting safety defects U S only 197 Cleaning 198 Table of Contents 2 2006 Milan mln Owners Gu...

Page 3: ...dex 251 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 2006 Ford Motor Company Table of Contents 3 200...

Page 4: ...ompany 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 Furthermore due to prin...

Page 5: ...thorized 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 1 000 miles 1 600 km of new vehicle operation Vary your speed frequently in order to ...

Page 6: ...tially includes information about the performance or status of various systems and modules in the vehicle such as engine throttle steering or brake systems In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle Ford Motor Company Ford of Canada and service and repair facilities may access vehicle diagnostic information through a direct connection to your vehicle when diagnosing or servicing your v...

Page 7: ...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 communications systems telematics devices and portable two way radios A driver s first responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle The most important thing you can do to prevent a...

Page 8: ...arning Child Seat Lower Anchor Child Seat Tether Anchor Brake System Anti Lock Brake System Brake Fluid Non Petroleum Based Powertrain Malfunction Speed Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash Wipe Windshield Defrost Demist Rear Window Defrost Demist 2006 Milan mln Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Introduction 8 ...

Page 9: ...ne 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 Pressure Warning 2006 Milan mln Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Introduction 9 ...

Page 10: ...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 in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter If the light is blinking engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter Drive in a moderate fashion avoid heavy acceleration and decele...

Page 11: ...ke system malfunction and the brake system should be inspected immediately by your authorized dealer Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light on is dangerous A significant decrease in braking performance may occur It will take you longer to stop the vehicle Have the vehicle checked by your authorized dealer Anti lock brake system if equipped If the ABS light stays illuminated or conti...

Page 12: ...on Control娂 is active If the light remains on have the system serviced immediately refer to the Driving chapter for more information Speed control Illuminates when the speed control is engaged Turns off when the speed control system is disengaged Anti theft system Flashes when the SecuriLock娂 Passive Anti theft System has been activated Throttle Control Transmission Illuminates when a powertrain f...

Page 13: ...ime Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on the ignition is off the key is not in the ignition and the driver s door is opened Parking brake ON Sounds when the parking brake is left ON and driven If the warning stays on after the park brake is off contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible GAUGES Speedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed 2006 Milan mln Owners Guide post 200...

Page 14: ...he ON position The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or on a grade The FUEL icon and arrow indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located Refer to Filling the tank in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information Tachometer Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the to...

Page 15: ...e the message center INFO button until TRIP appears in the display this represents the trip mode Press the control again to select Trip A and Trip B features Press and hold the RESET button for two seconds to reset 2006 Milan mln Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Instrument Cluster 15 ...

Page 16: ...r is opened 1 Tuner Press to manually go up or down the radio frequency Also use in menu mode to select various settings 2 MUTE Phone Press to mute the playing media Press again to return to the playing media 3 MENU Press to toggle through the following modes Setting the clock Your vehicle is equipped with an in dash clock Refer to Clock in the Driver Controls Chapter for instructions on how to se...

Page 17: ...es slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise Press MENU to access and use to adjust The recommended level is 1 3 Level 0 SPEED OFF turns the feature off and level 7 is the maximum setting Track folder mode Available only on MP3 discs in CD mode Press to toggle between Track and Folder modes when in Menu mode In Track mode press SEEK to scroll through all tracks on the disc ...

Page 18: ...ess to manually reverse in a CD track 12 Memory presets To set a station Select frequency band AM FM1 FM2 tune to a station press and hold a preset button until sound returns You can save a total of 18 stations six in AM six in FM1 and six in FM2 13 TEXT SCAN Press and hold SCAN for a brief sampling of radio stations or CD tracks Press again to stop In CD MP3 mode press TEXT to display track title...

Page 19: ...rtain recordable and re recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players Dirty warped or damaged CDs irregular shaped CDs CDs with a scratch protection film attached and CDs with homemade paper adhesive labels should not be inserted into the CD player The label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed It is recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanen...

Page 20: ...ed off or until either front door is opened 1 Tune Disc selector Press and release to manually advance up down the radio frequency or to access the next previous disc Press and hold for a fast advance through the radio frequencies or all loaded discs Also use in menu mode to select various settings 2 MUTE Phone Press to mute the playing media Press again to return to the playing media 2006 Milan m...

Page 21: ...nformation Inform RBDS is only available in FM mode Autoset Allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM FM1 FM2 Use to turn on off When the six strongest stations are filled the station stored in preset 1 will begin playing If there are less than six strong stations the system will store the last one in the remaining presets...

Page 22: ...ress MENU until compression status is displayed Press to turn the feature on off 4 AUX This control is not operational 5 Seek Press to access the next strong station or track 6 Play Pause Press to pause a CD that is playing PAUSE will appear in the display Press again to return to playback mode 7 SHUFFLE In CD MP3 mode press to play the tracks on the current disc in random order 8 FOLDER In folder...

Page 23: ... the ignition is turned off the volume will come back on at a nominal listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on 17 CD Press to enter CD mode If a CD is already loaded into the system CD play will begin where it ended last If no CD is loaded NO DISC will appear in the display CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4 75 in 12 cm audio compact discs only Due to technical ...

Page 24: ...Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission CRTC Those frequencies are AM 530 540 1700 1710 kHz FM 87 7 87 9 107 7 107 9 MHz Radio reception factors There are three factors that can affect radio reception Distance strength The further you travel from a station the weaker the signal and the weaker the reception Terrain Hills mountains tall buildings power lines electric fences traffic lights a...

Page 25: ...atch protection film attached and CDs with homemade paper adhesive labels should not be inserted into the CD player The label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed It is recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels Ballpoint pens may damage CDs Please contact your authorized dealer for further information Audio system warranty and serv...

Page 26: ...ount of air flowing from the demister and defroster vents Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents demisters and floor vents Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster and demister vents Can be used to clear thin ice or fog from the windshield To exit select another mode 3 Rear defroster Press to activate deactivate rear window defroster Refer to Rear window defroster i...

Page 27: ... airflow to the back seats Remove any snow ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield To improve the A C cool down drive with the windows slightly open for 2 3 minutes after start up or until the vehicle has been aired out For maximum cooling performance MAX A C In the MAX A C mode Move the temperature control selector to the coldest setting Set the fan to the highest spe...

Page 28: ...he Driver Controls chapter for more information If your vehicle is equipped with a mini message center see your authorized dealer for temperature conversion MAX A C setting In order to achieve maximum cooling performance press A C and set the temperature to 60 F 16 C and the highest blower setting 1 Defrost Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster and demister vents Can be used to ...

Page 29: ...floor ducts The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging 7 Distributes air through the floor and rear seat floor ducts 8 Distributes air through the instrument panel and center console registers if equipped and the front and rear seat floor ducts 9 Distributes air through the instrument panel and center console registers if equipped 10 Manual override controls Allows ...

Page 30: ...es outside air through the windshield defroster and demister vents Can be used to clear thin ice or fog from the windshield To exit select another mode 2 Fan speed control Press to manually increase or decrease the fan speed To return to automatic fan operation press AUTO 3 R Rear defroster Press to defrost the rear window Refer to Rear window defroster in this section for more information If your...

Page 31: ...culation control Press to activate deactivate air recirculation in cabin Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time to cool down the interior of the vehicle and may also help reduce undesired odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle Recirculation can be engaged manually in any other airflow selection except defrost Recirculation may turn off automatically in all airflow selections excep...

Page 32: ...maximum cooling performance MAX A C Automatic operation Press AUTO for full automatic operation Do not override A C or recirculated air Set the temperature to 60 F 16 C Override operation Select air distribution Select A C and recirculated air Use recirculated air with A C to provide colder airflow Set the temperature to 60 F 16 C Set highest fan speed initially then adjust to maintain comfort In ...

Page 33: ...RR The rear defroster control is located on the climate control panel and works to clear the rear window of fog and thin ice The ignition must be in the 3 RUN position to operate the rear window defroster The rear defroster turns off automatically after 10 minutes or when the ignition is turned to the 1 LOCK position To manually turn off the defroster before 10 minutes have passed push the control...

Page 34: ... for a predetermined amount of time after the ignition switch is turned to LOCK You can change the amount of time the lamps stay on by using the programming procedure that follows Autolamps Programmable exit delay Programmable exit delay allows the length of the autolamp exit delay to be changed To program the auto lamp exit time delay 1 Start with the ignition in the LOCK position and the headlam...

Page 35: ...aytime running lamps DRL if equipped Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output To activate the ignition must be in the ON position the headlamp control is in the OFF autolamps or parking lamp position and the transmission must be out of the Park position Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during inclement weather The Daytime Running Lamp DRL system does not activate the tail l...

Page 36: ...nt panel and all applicable switches in the vehicle during headlamp and parklamp operation Move the control to the full upright position past detent to turn on the interior lamps AIMING THE HEADLAMPS The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant If your vehicle has been in an accident the alignment of your headlamps should be checked by your authorized dealer OFF 2006 Mila...

Page 37: ...earer light pattern for adjusting you may want to block the light from one headlamp while adjusting the other 4 On the wall or screen you will observe an area of high intensity light The top of the high intensity area should touch the horizontal reference line if not the beam will need to be adjusted using the next step 5 Locate the vertical adjuster on each headlamp Using a Phillips 2 screwdriver...

Page 38: ...r dome lamp s Press the switches on either side of the dome lamp to turn on the lamps BULB REPLACEMENT Headlamp Condensation The headlamps are vented to equalize pressure When moist air enters the headlamp s through the vents there is a possibility that condensation can occur This condensation is normal and will clear within 45 minutes of headlamp operation Replacing exterior bulbs Check the opera...

Page 39: ...rker lamp N A SNAP LED 70 Stop tail lamp N A LED Rear turn signal lamp 2 3157 A amber Backup lamp 2 921 License plate lamp 2 168 High mount brake lamp 1 921 Foglamp if equipped 2 H11 Map lamp 2 12V6W Dome reading lamp 6 578 Visor vanity lamp Slide on Rail system SOR 2 37 Puddle lamp if equipped 2 W5W Glove box lamp 1 194 Luggage compartment lamp 1 578 All replacement bulbs are clear in color excep...

Page 40: ...nly 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 7 For ease of bulb socket installation into the lamp assembly hold the bulb socket at 15 degrees clockwise from a vertical position Using the 2 lead wires oriented exactly up to represent the vertical reference position 8 From the 15 degree position rotat...

Page 41: ...is in the OFF position then open the hood 2 Remove the vertical shield from the bolster by disengaging the S shaped clip and rotate it up in a clockwise direction Driver s side only 3 Remove the AirTube from the air filter assembly Driver s side only 4 Remove screw from oval splash shield access panel from the exterior wheel well area Lift up and rearward to release a hidden finger attachment at t...

Page 42: ...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 12 After the new bulb is installed carefully let the bulb socket dangle downward near the lamp housing Passenger side only with ABS 13 From the exterior wheel well area reach arm through splash shield opening t...

Page 43: ...FF position then open the hood 2 Reach over the front bolster 3 Remove the vertical shield from the bolster by disengaging the S shaped clip and rotate it up in a clockwise direction Driver s side only 4 Remove the AirTube from the air filter assembly Driver s side only 5 Remove screw from oval splash shield access panel from the exterior wheel well area Lift up and rearward to release a hidden fi...

Page 44: ...er the new bulb is installed carefully let the bulb socket dangle downward near the lamp housing Passenger side only with ABS 12 From the exterior wheel well area reach arm through splash shield opening to install bulb socket with new bulb Passenger side only with ABS 13 Install new bulb socket into the lamp assembly by aligning the indexing fingers then rotate clockwise to locked position 14 Rein...

Page 45: ...nd side marker bulbs Your vehicle is equipped with a rear lamp that has a stop tail turn and side marker lamp module containing integral multiple light emitting diodes LED If one or more LEDs burn out the complete lamp module has to be replaced See your authorized dealer for the replacement LED module Replacing rear turn signal bulbs 1 Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position and open ...

Page 46: ...o the Luggage Scuff Plate hard molding 8 Install trunk floor carpeting panel Replacing backup lamp bulbs The backup lamp bulbs are located in the trunk lid 1 Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position and open trunk to access the lamp assembly 2 Position the decklid trim aside by removing 3 to 4 pin type retainers to expose the lamp assembly 3 Remove the bulb socket by rotating it counterclockwi...

Page 47: ...s 1 Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position 2 Remove the two screws from the license plate lamp assembly 3 Remove bulb socket by turning counterclockwise 4 Carefully pull the bulb out from the socket Install new bulb s in reverse order Replacing foglamp bulbs if equipped 1 Make sure the foglamp switch is in the OFF position 2 From underneath the vehicle partially remove the tire splas...

Page 48: ...sembly counterclockwise to remove from the fog lamp 4 Carefully disconnect the bulb from the harness assembly via the two snap clips Install the new bulb in reverse order 2006 Milan mln Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Lights 48 ...

Page 49: ...ipers will go Windshield washer Push the end of the stalk briefly causes a single swipe of the wipers without washer fluid a 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 Windshield wiper washer features if equipped with Autolamp feature The exterior lamps will turn on with the igniti...

Page 50: ...st the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR IF EQUIPPED Lift the mirror cover to turn on the visor mirror lamp Slide on rod feature if equipped Rotate the visor towards the side window and extend it rearward for additional sunlight coverage Note To stow the visor back into the headliner visor must be retracted before moving it back towards the windshield OVERHEAD CONS...

Page 51: ...ft control to move the time display backwards CENTER CONSOLE Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features These include 1 Cup holders 2 Secondary storage bin on hinges inside utility compartment 3 Utility compartment with power point and coin holder inside Use only soft cups in the cupholder Hard objects can injure you in a collision 2006 Milan mln Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA...

Page 52: ...se the power point for operating the cigarette lighter element if equipped To prevent the fuse from being blown do not use the power point s over the vehicle capacity of 12 VDC 180W To prevent the battery from being discharged do not use the power point longer than necessary when the engine is not running Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used Cigar Cigarette lighter if equipp...

Page 53: ...witch to open Pull up to the first detent and hold the switch to close One touch down Allows the driver s window to open fully without holding the control down Push the switch completely down to the second detent and release quickly The window will open fully Momentarily press the switch to any position to stop the window operation Accessory delay With accessory delay the window switches audio sys...

Page 54: ...irror detects bright light from behind the vehicle it will automatically adjust darken to minimize glare The mirror will automatically return to the normal state whenever the vehicle is placed in R Reverse to ensure a bright clear view when backing up Do not block the sensor on the backside of the inside rear view mirror since this may impair proper mirror performance EXTERIOR MIRRORS Power side v...

Page 55: ...8 km h or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal Speed control does not work at speeds below 30 mph 48 km h Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding slippery or unpaved Setting speed control Note The appearance of your vehicle s speed control switches may vary according to your option package The controls for using your speed control are located o...

Page 56: ...ecreases more than 10 mph 16 km h below your set speed on an uphill your speed control will disengage Disengaging speed control To disengage the speed control Depress the brake pedal or clutch pedal if equipped Disengaging the speed control will not erase previous set speed Resuming a set speed Press the RESUME control and release it This will automatically return the vehicle to the previously set...

Page 57: ...sired 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 SET control until you get to the desired speed then release the control You can also use the SET control to operate the Tap Down function Press and release this control to decrease the vehicle set speed in small amoun...

Page 58: ...control or the ignition your speed control set speed memory is erased STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS IF EQUIPPED Radio control features Press MEDIA to select AM FM1 FM2 or CD if equipped In Radio mode Press to access the next previous preset station In CD mode Press to listen to the next track on the disc 2006 Milan mln Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Driver Controls 58 ...

Page 59: ...eed MOON ROOF IF EQUIPPED You can move the glass panel of the moon roof back to open or tilt up from the closed position to ventilate the vehicle Do not let children play with the moon roof or leave children unattended in the vehicle They may seriously hurt themselves 2006 Milan mln Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Driver Controls 59 ...

Page 60: ... moon roof will automatically open and stop at a prescribed position Bounce back override To override bounce back press and hold the front portion of the control For example Bounce back can be used to overcome the resistance of ice on the moon roof or seals To vent To tilt the moon roof into the vent position when the glass panel is closed press and release the front portion of the control To clos...

Page 61: ...tential 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 Trip Odometer A or B Distance to Empty Average Fuel Economy Average Speed Compass if equipped Trip Elapsed Drive Time 1 o...

Page 62: ... from the INFO menu to display your average fuel economy in miles gallon or liters 100 km If you calculate your average fuel economy by dividing gallons of fuel used by gallons of fuel used by 100 miles traveled kilometers traveled by liters 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 sh...

Page 63: ...l conditions If the compass still appears to be inaccurate a manual calibration may be necessary Refer to Compass zone calibration adjustment Most geographic areas zones have a magnetic north compass point that varies slightly from the northerly direction on maps This variation is four degrees between adjacent zones and will become noticeable as the vehicle crosses multiple zones A correct zone se...

Page 64: ...e SETUP control repeatedly until the correct zone setting for your geographic location is displayed on the message center To exit the zone setting mode press and release the RESET control 8 Press the RESET control to start the compass calibration function 9 Slowly drive the vehicle in a circle less than 3 mph 5 km h until the CIRCLE SLOWLY TO CALIBRATE indicator changes to CALIBRATION COMPLETED Th...

Page 65: ...eck Selecting this function from the SETUP menu causes the message center to cycle through each of the systems being monitored For each of the monitored systems the message center will indicate either an OK message or a warning message for two to four seconds Pressing the RESET control cycles the message center through each of the systems being monitored The sequence of the system check report is ...

Page 66: ...nt of a multiple warning situation the message center will cycle the display to show all warnings by displaying each one for several seconds The message 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 messag...

Page 67: ...p Check right headlamp Check LF turn lamp Check RF turn lamp Check LR turn lamp Check RR turn lamp Integrated key programming status Maximum number of Integrated Keys exceeded DRIVER DOOR AJAR Displayed when the driver s door is not completely closed PASSENGER DOOR AJAR Displayed when the passenger side door is not completely closed REAR LEFT DOOR AJAR Displayed when the rear left door is not comp...

Page 68: ...amp replaced Refer to Replacing headlamp bulbs in the Lights chapter CHECK LF OR RF TURN LAMPS Displayed when the turn signals are activated and at least one is burned out Check the lamps as soon as safely possible and have the burned out lamp replaced Refer to Replacing headlamp bulbs in the Lights chapter CHECK LR OR RR TURN LAMPS Displayed when the rear turn signals are activated and at least o...

Page 69: ...tart If you lose your authorized dealer supplied IKTs replacement IKTs are available through your authorized dealer Standard SecuriLock娂 keys without remote entry transmitter functionality can also be purchased from your authorized dealer if desired Always carry a spare key with you in case of an emergency For more information regarding programming replacement IKTs refer to the SecuriLock娂 passive...

Page 70: ... remote entry functions of your vehicle it is recommended that the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter IKT be handled properly when starting and turning off your vehicle When inserting the IKT into the ignition cylinder place your thumb on the center thumb rest of the IKT and forefinger on the logo badge on the opposite side To gain more leverage when rotating the IKT in the ignition lock cylinder you ...

Page 71: ...ith the power door lock control on the driver or passenger door trim panel all the doors will lock then all doors will automatically unlock reminding you that your key is still in the ignition The vehicle can still be locked with the key in the ignition using the manual lock control on the door locking the driver s door with a key or using the lock control on the remote entry transmitter portion o...

Page 72: ...must complete Steps 1 5 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated If the procedure needs to be repeated wait a minimum of 30 seconds before beginning again 1 Place the key in the ignition and turn the ignition to the 3 RUN position 2 Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times 3 Turn the ignition from the 3 RUN position to the 1 LOCK position 4 Press the pow...

Page 73: ...n to the lock position key at an angle to engage the childproof locks Insert the key and turn to the unlock position key horizontal to disengage the childproof locks INTERIOR LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT RELEASE Your vehicle is equipped with a mechanical interior luggage compartment release handle that provides a means of escape for children and adults in the event they become locked inside the luggage com...

Page 74: ...and risk injury Children should be taught not to play in vehicles On hot days the temperature in the trunk or vehicle interior can rise very quickly Exposure of people or animals to these high temperatures for even a short time can cause death or serious heat related injuries including brain damage Small children are particularly at risk REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM The Integrated Keyhead Transmitter IKT c...

Page 75: ...ehicle doors remotely lock all the vehicle doors remotely open the trunk activate the personal alarm arm and disarm the perimeter anti theft system operate the illuminated entry feature The remote entry lock unlock feature operates in any ignition position except while the key is held in the 4 START position The panic feature operates with the key in the 1 LOCK position If there are problems with ...

Page 76: ...ultaneously The turn lamps will flash twice to indicate that two stage unlock was enabled or disabled Locking the doors 1 Press and release to lock all the doors The turn lamps will flash 2 Press and release again within three seconds to confirm that all the doors are closed Note The doors will lock again the horn will chirp and the turn lamps will flash once if all the doors and trunk are closed ...

Page 77: ...Press the SET control on the driver s door panel 3 Within 5 five seconds press the 1 or 2 control on the driver s door panel to associate with the Driver 1 or Driver 2 position 4 Press the set button again 5 Within 5 seconds press a button on the associated Integrated Keyhead Transmitter Deactivating the memory feature To deactivate this feature 1 Press the SET control on the driver s door panel 2...

Page 78: ...ement of the battery will not cause the IKT to become deprogrammed from your vehicle The IKT should operate normally after battery replacement Replacing lost Integrated Keyhead Transmitters IKTs If you would like to have your Integrated Keyhead Transmitters reprogrammed because you lost one or would like to buy additional IKTs you can either reprogram them yourself or take all IKTs to your authori...

Page 79: ...mps will automatically turn off if the ignition switch is turned to the 3 RUN position or the IKT lock control is pressed or after 25 seconds of illumination Note On some vehicles the perimeter lamps illuminated entry feature will not activate in daylight conditions Deactivating activating perimeter lamps illuminated entry You may enable disable this feature by having your vehicle serviced by your...

Page 80: ...dure is complete Illuminated exit When all vehicle doors are closed and the key is removed from the ignition the interior dome lamps and the exterior mirror puddle lamps if equipped will illuminate The lights will turn off if all the doors remain closed and 25 seconds elapse or the key is inserted in the ignition Battery saver The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 30 minutes after the...

Page 81: ... closed and the vehicle has been in motion at a speed greater than 12 mph 20 km h the vehicle has then come to a stop and the ignition is turned to the 1 LOCK or 2 ACC position and the driver door is opened within 10 minutes of the ignition being transitioned to the 1 LOCK or 2 ACC position Note The doors will not autounlock if the vehicle has been electronically locked before the driver door is o...

Page 82: ...e unlock control then press the lock control The horn will chirp once if autolock was deactivated or twice one short and one long chirp if autolock was activated 7 Turn the ignition to the 1 LOCK position The horn will chirp once to confirm the procedure is complete Deactivating activating autounlock feature Your vehicle comes with the autounlock features activated there are two methods to enable ...

Page 83: ... unless a coded Integrated Keyhead Transmitter IKT 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 Integrated Keyhead Transmitters additional coded IKTs may be purchased from your authorized dealer Standard SecuriLock娂 keys without remote entry transmitter functionality can also be purchased from your auth...

Page 84: ...ily when the ignition is in the 3 RUN position If this occurs the vehicle will not start and should be taken to an authorized dealer for service Automatic arming The vehicle is armed immediately after switching the ignition to the 1 LOCK position The theft indicator will flash every two seconds to act as a theft deterrent when the vehicle is armed Automatic disarming The vehicle is disarmed immedi...

Page 85: ...re will program both the engine immobilizer keycode and the remote entry transmitter portion of the IKT to your vehicle Note A maximum of eight coded keys can be programmed to your vehicle only four of these eight can be IKTs with remote entry functionality Tips Only use Integrated Keyhead Transmitters IKTs or standard SecuriLock娂 keys You must have two previously programmed coded keys keys that a...

Page 86: ...te entry system if the new key is an Integrated Keyhead Transmitter The theft indicator light will illuminate for three seconds and then go out to indicate successful programming If the key was not successfully programmed it will not start your vehicle s engine and or will not operate the remote entry features The theft indicator light may flash on and off Wait 20 seconds and you may repeat Steps ...

Page 87: ...is armed individually and if any are open they must be closed for the system to enter the 20 second countdown The turn signal lamps will flash once when all doors the hood and the trunk are closed indicating the vehicle is locked and entering the 20 second countdown Disarming the system You can disarm the system by any of the following actions Unlock the doors by using the remote entry transmitter...

Page 88: ...if Any door the hood or the trunk is opened without using the door key or the remote entry transmitter portion of your IKT The ignition is turned to the 3 ON position with an invalid SecuriLock娂 key 2006 Milan mln Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Locks and Security 88 ...

Page 89: ... After returning the seatback to its original position pull on the seatback to ensure that it has fully latched An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision Adjustable head restraints Head restraints help to limit head motion in the event of a rear collision Adjust your head restraint so that it is located directly or as close as possible behind your head The h...

Page 90: ... Adjusting the front manual seat if equipped Never 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 2006 Milan mln Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 90 ...

Page 91: ... the hips Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat s safety belt resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision Sitting improperly out of position or with the seat back reclined too far can take off weight from the seat cushion and affect the decision of the front passenger sensing system resulting in serious injury or death in a crash Always sit upri...

Page 92: ... to follow these instructions may interfere with the front passenger seat sensing system The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion Move the switch in the direction of the arrows to raise or lower the front portion of the seat cushion Move the switch in the direction of the arrows to raise or lower the rear portion of the seat cushion Press the switch in the direction of the a...

Page 93: ...ck s down Before returning the seatback to its original position make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the seatback After returning the seatback to its original position pull on the seatback to ensure that it has fully latched An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision 2006 Milan mln Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Seating and Safety R...

Page 94: ... risk of airbag related injuries The system is able to analyze different occupant conditions and crash severity before activating the appropriate safety devices to help better protect a range of occupants in a variety of frontal crash situations Your vehicle s Personal Safety System娂 consists of Driver and passenger dual stage airbag supplemental restraints Front outboard safety belts with pretens...

Page 95: ...lisions not rollovers side impacts or rear impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration The pretensioners are designed to activate in frontal and near frontal collisions and in side collisions when the vehicle is equipped with the side air curtain system Driver and passenger dual stage airbag supplemental restraints The dual stage airbags offer the capability to tailor ...

Page 96: ...ort children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints The front passenger sensing system can automatically turn off the front passenger airbag and passenger seat mounted side airbag The system is designed to help protect small child size occupants from frontal airbag deployments when they are seated or restrained in the front passenger seat contr...

Page 97: ...uses a warning light in the instrument cluster or a back up tone to indicate the condition of the system Refer to the Warning light section in the Instrument Cluster chapter Routine maintenance of the Personal Safety System娂 is not required The Restraints Control Module RCM monitors its own internal circuits and the circuits for the airbag supplemental restraints crash sensor s safety belt pretens...

Page 98: ...d or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly In a rollover crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made up of o...

Page 99: ...icle receives an impact of 5 mph 8 km h or more the safety belt will become locked and help reduce your forward movement Energy Management Feature Front Outboard This vehicle has a safety belt system with an energy management feature at the front seats to help further reduce the risk of injury in the event of a head on collision This safety belt system has a retractor assembly that is designed to ...

Page 100: ...corner sharply or the vehicle receives an impact of approximately 5 mph 8 km h or more the combination safety belts will lock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers Automatic locking mode 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 ...

Page 101: ...tion is noted Failure to replace the belt and retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in a collision Unbuckle the combination lap shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive emergency locking mode Safety belt pretensioner Your vehicle is equipped with safety belt pretensioners at the driver and front outbo...

Page 102: ...e added part number 611C22 This assembly can be obtained from an authorized dealer Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the safety belt Manufacturer identification is located at the end of the webbing on the label Also use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is too short for you when fully extended Do not use extensions to change the fit of the shoulder belt acros...

Page 103: ...cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts Conditions of operation If Then The driver s safety belt is not buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position The safety belt warning light illuminates 1 2 minutes and the warning chime sounds 4 8 seconds The driver s safety belt is buckled while the indicator light is illuminated and the warning chim...

Page 104: ...tion or less than 1 2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned ON The BeltMinder威 feature will not activate The driver s or front passenger s safety belt is not buckled when the vehicle has reached at least 3 mph 5 km h and 1 2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to ON The BeltMinder威 feature is activated the safety belt warning light illuminates an...

Page 105: ...ight as possible this can improve comfort I was in a hurry Prime time for an accident BeltMinder威 reminds us to take a few seconds to buckle 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 ...

Page 106: ...威 is disabled for the current ignition cycle The BeltMinder威 feature will enable during the same ignition cycle if the occupant buckles and remains buckled for approximately 30 seconds Confirmation is not given for the one time disable Deactivating activating the BeltMinder姞 feature The driver and front passenger BeltMinder威 are deactivated activated independently When deactivating activating one ...

Page 107: ...er the safety belt warning light turns off 3 For the seating position being disabled at a moderate speed buckle then unbuckle the safety belt 9 times ending in the unbuckled state Step 3 must be completed within 50 seconds after the safety belt warning light turns off After Step 3 the safety belt warning light will be turned on for three seconds 4 Within 10 seconds of the light turning on at a mod...

Page 108: ...the trim covering the airbag module All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always properly wear their safety belts even when an air bag supplemental restraint system SRS is provided Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints 2006 Milan mln Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 1...

Page 109: ...ees from the upright position Do not put anything on or over the airbag module Placing objects on or over the airbag inflation area may cause those objects to be propelled by the airbag into your face and torso causing serious injury Do not attempt to service repair or modify the airbag supplemental restraint system SRS or its fuses See your authorized dealer Modifying or adding equipment to the f...

Page 110: ...pplemental restraint system work The safety belt pretensioner and airbag SRS are designed to activate when the vehicle sustains longitudinal deceleration sufficient to cause the sensors to close an electrical circuit that initiates pretensioner activation and airbag inflation The fact that the pretensioners and airbags did not activate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the ...

Page 111: ...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 airbag deployment Thus it is extremely important that occupants be properly restrained as far away from the airbag module as possible while maintaining vehicle control Several air bag system components get hot after inflation Do not touch ...

Page 112: ...inflate the front passenger s frontal airbag under certain conditions The front passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the front passenger s seat and safety belt The sensors are designed to detect the presence of a properly seated occupant and determine if the front passenger s frontal airbag should be enabled may inflate or disabled will not inflate The front passenger sensi...

Page 113: ...ssenger sensing system is designed to disable will not inflate the front passenger s frontal airbag when a rear facing infant seat a forward facing child restraint or a booster seat is detected When the front passenger sensing system disables will not inflate the front passenger frontal airbag the indicator lamp will illuminate and stay lit to remind you that the front passenger frontal airbag is ...

Page 114: ... buckled or unbuckled Lit Disabled Adult Unlit Enabled Even with Advanced Restraints Systems children 12 and under should be properly restrained in the back seat After all occupants have adjusted their seats and put on safety belts it s very important that they continue to sit properly A properly seated occupant sits upright leaning against the seat back and centered on the seat cushion with their...

Page 115: ...us of the passenger airbag off indicator lamp is incorrect check for the following Objects lodged underneath the seat Objects between the seat cushion and the center console if equipped Objects hanging off the seat back Objects stowed in the seatback map pocket if equipped Objects placed on the occupant s lap Cargo interference with the seat Other passengers pushing or pulling on the seat Rear pas...

Page 116: ...ith the seat If objects are lodged and or cargo is interfering with the seat please take the following steps to remove the obstruction Pull the vehicle over Turn the vehicle off Driver and or adult passengers should check for any objects lodged underneath the front passenger seat or cargo interfering with the seat Remove the obstruction s if found Restart the vehicle Wait at least 2 minutes and ve...

Page 117: ...odically until the problem and or light are repaired If any of these things happen even intermittently have the supplemental restraint system serviced at an authorized dealer immediately Unless serviced the system may not function properly in the event of a collision Seat mounted side airbag system if equipped Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near the airbag cover on the side of the s...

Page 118: ...diagnostic unit as used for the front airbags Two crash sensors located under the outboard side of the front seats attached near the floor Side airbags in combination with safety belts can help reduce the risk of severe injuries in the event of a significant side impact collision The side airbags are fitted on the outboard side of the seatbacks of the front seats In certain lateral collisions the ...

Page 119: ... in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the system Refer to the Airbag readiness section in the Instrument cluster chapter Routine maintenance of the airbag is not required Any difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following The readiness light same light as used for front airbag system will either flash or stay lit The readiness light will not ill...

Page 120: ... in the event of a collision Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near the side air curtain cover Do not lean your head on the door The side airbag could injure you as it deploys from the seat Do not lean your head on the door The side air curtain could injure you as it deploys from the headliner Do not attempt to service repair or modify the side air curtain system its fuses the A B or C...

Page 121: ... airbags including side air curtain systems The side air curtain system consists of the following An inflatable nylon curtain with a gas generator concealed behind the headliner and above the doors The headliner will flex to open above the side doors to allow air curtain deployment The same warning light electronic control and diagnostic unit as used for the front airbags Two crash sensors located...

Page 122: ...late in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system Rather it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation The side air curtain system is designed to inflate in side impact collisions not roll over rear impact frontal or near frontal collisions unless the collision causes sufficient lateral deceleration Several air bag system components get hot after i...

Page 123: ... special instructions about using airbags 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 40 lb 18 kg or less ride in your vehicle you must put them in safety seats made especially for children Many states require that children use approved ...

Page 124: ... 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 in a crash 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 positioning booster Booster seats position a ch...

Page 125: ...ble 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 booster seat you cannot fi...

Page 126: ...shoulder belts Using a booster without a shoulder belt increases the risk of a child s head hitting a hard surface in a collision For this reason you should never use a booster seat with a lap belt only It is best to use a booster seat with lap shoulder belts in the back seat the safest place for children to ride Move a child to a different seating location if the shoulder belt does not stay posit...

Page 127: ...y belt buckle for that seating position Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle until you hear a snap and feel it latch Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle Keep the buckle release button pointing up and away from the safety seat with the tongue between the child seat and the release button to prevent accidental unbuckling Place seat back in upright position Put the safety...

Page 128: ...If you do not install and use the safety seat properly the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision Rear facing child seats or infant carriers should never be placed in front of an active passenger airbag Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder belts Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat NEVER place a rear facing child seat in front of an active airba...

Page 129: ... child seat manufacturer s instructions Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted 4 Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle the buckle closest to the direction 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 2006 Milan mln Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Seating and Safety Restraint...

Page 130: ...in the belt 9 Before placing the child in the seat forcibly move the seat forward and back to make sure the seat is securely held in place To check this grab the seat at the belt path and attempt to move it side to side and forward There should be no more than one inch of movement for proper installation 10 Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is in the automatic lo...

Page 131: ... anchor symbol shown with title The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions shown from top view Attach the tether strap only to the appropriate tether anchor as shown The tether strap may not work properly if attached somewhere other than the correct tether anchor 1 Position the child safety seat on the seat cushion 2 Route the child safety seat tether strap over the ba...

Page 132: ...ly 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 to use safety belts to attach the c...

Page 133: ...hes 500 mm apart Do not attach a child seat to any lower anchor if an adjacent child seat is attached to that anchor 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 The lower anchors for child seat installation are located at the rear section of the re...

Page 134: ...the vehicle seat gives the best protection in a severe crash Each time you use the safety seat check that the seat is properly attached to the lower anchors and tether anchor Try to tilt 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...

Page 135: ...n requires Ford Motor Company 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 government course as ...

Page 136: ...tablished for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure TIRES Tires are designed to give many thousands of miles of service but they must be maintained in order to get the maximum benefit from them Glossary of tire terminology Tire label A label showing...

Page 137: ... Sidewall of the tire Area between the bead area and the tread Tread area of the tire Area of the perimeter of the tire that contacts the road when mounted on the vehicle Rim The metal support wheel for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are seated INFLATING YOUR TIRES Safe operation of your vehicle requires that your tires are properly inflated Remember that a tire can l...

Page 138: ...rtification Label or Tire Label which is located on the B Pillar or the edge of the driver s door Failure to follow the tire pressure recommendations can cause uneven treadwear patterns and adversely affect the way your vehicle handles Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure is the tire manufacturer s maximum permissible pressure and or the pressure at which the maximum load can be carried by the t...

Page 139: ...e tires see T Type Mini Spare Tire Information section for description Store and maintain at 60psi 4 15 bars For Full Size and Dissimilar spare tires see Dissimilar Spare Tire Wheel Information section for description Store and maintain at the higher of the front and rear inflation pressure as shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or the Tire Label 6 Visually inspect the tires to make...

Page 140: ...n the tread or sidewall If damage is observed or suspected have the tire inspected by a tire professional Tires can be damaged during off road use so inspection after off road use is also recommended Age Tires degrade over time even when they are not being used It is recommended that tires generally be replaced after 6 years of normal service Heat caused by hot climates or frequent high loading co...

Page 141: ...nded by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death Additionally the use of non recommended tires and wheels could cause steering suspension axle or transfer case power transfer unit failure If you have questions regarding tire replacement see an authorized dealer Important ...

Page 142: ...t from hitting a curb or pothole can cause the front end of your vehicle to become misaligned or cause damage to your tires If your vehicle seems to pull to one side when you re driving the wheels may be out of alignment Have an authorized dealer check the wheel alignment periodically Wheel misalignment in the front or the rear can cause uneven and rapid treadwear of your tires and should be corre...

Page 143: ...ad tires and wheels If you have a dissimilar spare tire wheel it is intended for temporary use only and should not be used in a tire rotation Note After having your tires rotated inflation pressure must be checked and adjusted to the vehicle requirements INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALL Both U S and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers to place standardized information o...

Page 144: ...dicates a radial type tire 5 15 Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches If you change your wheel size you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheel diameter 6 95 Indicates the tire s load index It is an index that relates to how much weight a tire can carry You may find this information in your Owner s Guide If not contact a local tire dealer Note You may not find this informati...

Page 145: ...r numbers represent the week and year the tire was built For example the numbers 317 mean the 31st week of 1997 After 2000 the numbers go to four digits For example 2501 means the 25th week of 2001 The numbers in between are identification codes used for traceability This information is used to contact customers if a tire defect requires a recall 9 M S or M S Mud and Snow or AT All Terrain or AS A...

Page 146: ...representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel 13 Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure Indicates the tire manufacturers maximum permissible pressure and or the pressure at which the maximum load can be carried by the tire This pressure is normally higher than the ma...

Page 147: ...n Limits Indicates the tire s load carrying capabilities and its inflation limits 3 Maximum Load Dual lb kg at psi kPa cold Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a dual defined as four tires on the rear axle a total of six or more tires on the vehicle 4 Maximum Load Single lb kg at psi kPa cold Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a ...

Page 148: ... which gives the tire s ratio of height to width Numbers of 70 or lower indicate a short sidewall 4 D Indicates a diagonal type tire R Indicates a radial type tire 5 16 Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches If you change your wheel size you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheel diameter Location of the tire label You will find a Tire Label containing tire inflation pressur...

Page 149: ...void fully loading your vehicle Remove the tire cables when they are no longer needed Do not use tire cables on dry roads The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage Do not remove these components from your vehicle when using snow tires and chains Do not exceed 30 mph 48 km h with tire cables on your vehicle VEHICLE LOADING This section will guide you in the proper loadi...

Page 150: ...ftermarket or authorized dealer installed equipment has been installed on the vehicle the weight of the equipment must be subtracted from the payload listed on the Tire Label in order to determine the new payload The appropriate loading capacity of your vehicle can be limited either by volume capacity how much space is available or by payload capacity how much weight the vehicle should carry Once ...

Page 151: ...e Base Curb Weight including cargo and optional equipment GAW Gross Axle Weight is the total weight placed on each axle front and rear including vehicle curb weight and all payload 2006 Milan mln Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading 151 ...

Page 152: ...l and personal injury GVW Gross Vehicle Weight is the Vehicle Curb Weight cargo passengers GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating is the maximum allowable weight of the fully loaded vehicle including all options equipment passengers and cargo The GVWR is shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B Pillar or the edge of the driver s door The GVW must never exceed the GVWR Exceedin...

Page 153: ...t equals 1 400 lbs and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 x 150 650 lb In metric units 635 340 5 x 68 295 kg 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 The following...

Page 154: ...lb Now you have the load capacity to transport the cement and your friend home In metric units the calculation would be 635 kg 2 x 99 kg 9 x 45 kg 635 198 405 32 kg The above calculations also assume that the loads are positioned in your vehicle in a manner that does not overload the Front or the Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating specified for your vehicle on the Safety Compliance Certification Label ...

Page 155: ...ow your vehicle with the front drive wheels on a dolly or use a car hauling trailer All Wheel Drive AWD vehicles Do not tow your All Wheel Drive vehicle with any wheels on the ground as vehicle or transaxle damage may occur It is recommended to tow your vehicle using a car hauling trailer 2006 Milan mln Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading 155 ...

Page 156: ...all Canadian Interference Causing Equipment standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio noise When starting a fuel injected engine don t press the accelerator before or during starting Only use the accelerator when you have difficulty starting the engine For more information on starting the vehicle refer to Starting the engine in this chapter To avoid potential ...

Page 157: ...inspect your vehicle immediately Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes 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 vehicle occupants buckle their safety belts For more information on safety belts and their proper usage ...

Page 158: ... set Push the clutch pedal to the floor 3 Turn the key to 3 RUN without turning the key to 4 START Some warning lights will briefly illuminate See Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information regarding the warning lights 2006 Milan mln Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Driving 158 ...

Page 159: ...ct your vehicle immediately Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes Important ventilating information If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped for a long period of time open the windows at least one inch 2 5 cm or adjust the heating or air conditioning to bring in fresh air USING THE ENGINE BLOCK HEATER IF EQUIPPED An engine block heater warms the engine coolant which aids in starting ...

Page 160: ... onset of wheel lockup during brake application and compensates for this tendency Noise from the ABS pump motor and brake pedal pulsation may be observed during ABS braking any pulsation or mechanical noise you may feel or hear is normal In addition the ABS performs a self check after you start the engine and begin to drive away A brief mechanical noise may be heard during this test This is normal...

Page 161: ...arking brake is released To release press and hold the button 2 pull the handle up slightly then push the handle down Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P Park automatic transmission or in 1 First manual transmission If the parking brake is fully released but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated the brakes may not be working properly Se...

Page 162: ...utomatically turn on every time the ignition is turned off and on The Traction Control娂 system should normally be left on If you should become stuck in snow or ice or on a very slippery road surface try switching the Traction Control娂 system off by pressing the switch on the instrument panel Switching the Traction Control娂 system off may allow excess wheel spin to dig the vehicle out and enable a ...

Page 163: ...lls check for an improperly inflated tire uneven tire wear loose or worn suspension components loose or worn steering components improper steering alignment A high crown in the road or high crosswinds may also make the steering seem to wander pull Speed sensitive steering The steering in your vehicle is speed sensitive At high speeds steering assist will decrease to improve steering feel At lower ...

Page 164: ...earshift lever it is possible that a fuse has blown or the vehicle s brakelamps are not operating properly Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brakelamps are working Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P Park Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you l...

Page 165: ...hicle in P Park Come to a complete stop Move the gearshift lever and securely latch it in P Park Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P Park Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle R Reverse With the gearshift lever in R Reverse the vehicle will move backward Always come to a complete stop before shifting int...

Page 166: ... one through five L Low Provides more engine braking when the accelerator pedal is released than D Drive Understanding the gearshift positions of the 6 speed automatic transaxle if equipped P Park This position locks the transaxle and prevents the front wheels from turning To put your vehicle in gear Depress the brake pedal Move the gearshift lever into the desired gear 2006 Milan mln Owners Guide...

Page 167: ...while in this position D Drive The normal driving position for the best fuel economy Transaxle operates in gears one through six L Low Provides more engine braking when the accelerator pedal is released than D Drive 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 between forward and reverse gears stopping between shifts in a stea...

Page 168: ...ch pedal while slowly pressing on the accelerator Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal or use the clutch pedal to hold your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on a hill These actions will reduce the life of the clutch Recommended shift speeds Upshift according to the following chart Recommended upshifts for best fuel economy when accelerating 5 speed manual transaxle Shift fr...

Page 169: ...key Turn the ignition to position 1 LOCK and remove the key DRIVING THROUGH WATER If driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable proceed very slowly especially when the depth is not known Never drive through water that is higher than the bottom of the wheel rims for cars or the bottom of the hubs for trucks When driving through water traction or brake capability may be limited Also water...

Page 170: ...nicipal law shall deliver up to 2 0 gallons 7 5L of gasoline or 5 gallons 18 9L of diesel fuel to a disabled vehicle Fuel delivery service is limited to two no charge occurrences within a 12 month period winch out available within 100 feet 30 5 meters of a paved or county maintained road no recoveries towing Ford Mercury Lincoln eligible vehicle towed to an authorized dealer within 35 miles 56 3 k...

Page 171: ...stance call 1 800 665 2006 If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself Ford Motor Company will reimburse a reasonable amount To obtain reimbursement information U S Ford or Mercury vehicles customers call 1 800 241 3673 Lincoln vehicle customers call 1 800 521 4140 Canadian customers who need to obtain reimbursement information call 1 800 665 2006 Roadside coverage beyond basic warrant...

Page 172: ...PUMP SHUT OFF SWITCH This device stops the electric fuel pump from sending fuel to the engine when your vehicle has had a substantial jolt After an accident if the engine cranks but does not start this switch may have been activated The fuel pump shut off switch is located in the front passenger footwell area in the right upper corner To reset the switch 1 Turn the ignition to 1 LOCK 2 Check the f...

Page 173: ...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 Pink 40A Orange Green Green 50A Red Red Red 60A Blue Yellow 70A Tan Brown 80A Natural Black Passenger compar...

Page 174: ...iption 1 10A Backup lamps Electrochromatic mirror 2 20A Horns 3 15A Battery saver Interior lamps Puddle lamps Trunk lamp Power windows 4 15A Parklamps Side markers License plate lamps 5 Not used 6 Not used 7 Not used 8 30A Rear window defroster 9 10A Heated mirrors 10 30A Starter coil PCM 11 15A High beams 2006 Milan mln Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Roadside Emergencies 174 ...

Page 175: ...id lock solenoid 17 20A Subwoofer 18 20A Radio head units OBDII connector 19 Not used 20 7 5A Power mirrors 21 7 5A Stop lamps 22 7 5A Audio 23 7 5A Wiper relay coil Cluster logic 24 7 5A OCS Passenger s seat PAD indicator 25 7 5A RCM 26 7 5A PATS Transceiver Brake shift interlock solenoid Brake pedal switch 27 7 5A Cluster Climate control head units 28 10A ABS Traction Control Heated seats Compas...

Page 176: ...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 The high current fuses are coded as follows Fuse Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Power Distribution Box Description 1 60A SJB power feed fuses 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 C B 2 40A P...

Page 177: ... 16 15A Transmission 17 20A Console power point 18 10A Alternator sense 19 40A Logic feed to SJB solid state devices 20 Not used 21 Not used 22 Not used 23 60A SJB power feed fuses 1 2 4 10 11 24 15A Fog lamps 25 10A A C Compressor clutch 26 Not used 27 Not used 28 Not used 29 60A Engine cooling fan 30 30A Fuel pump relay feed 31 Not used 32 30A Driver power seat 33 20A Moonroof 34 Not used 2006 M...

Page 178: ... 47 1 2 ISO Relay Fog lamps 48 Not used 49 Not used 50 1 2 ISO Relay Wiper Park 51 1 2 ISO Relay A C Clutch 52 Not used 53 1 2 ISO Relay Wiper RUN 54 1 2 ISO Relay Transmission I4 engine only 55 Full ISO Relay Fuel pump 56 Full ISO Relay Blower motor 57 Full ISO Relay PCM 58 High Current Relay PETA Pump PZEV engine only 59 Not used 60 Diode Fuel pump 61 Diode Not used 62 Circuit Breaker Spare Mini...

Page 179: ...se it you should replace it as soon as possible with a road tire wheel that is the same size and type as the road tires and wheels that were originally provided by Ford If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged it should be replaced rather than repaired A dissimilar spare tire wheel is defined as a spare tire and or wheel that is different in brand size or appearance from the road tires and...

Page 180: ...WD operation is necessary do not operate above speeds of 10 mph 16 km h or for distances above 50 miles 80 km 3 Full size dissimilar spare without label on wheel When driving with the full size dissimilar spare tire wheel do not Exceed 70 mph 113 km h Use more than one dissimilar spare tire wheel at a time Use commercial car washing equipment Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the diss...

Page 181: ...he wheel that is diagonally opposite other side and 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 Before changing the tire 1 Park...

Page 182: ...spare tire from the trunk 3 Remove the jack retention bolt by turning it counterclockwise and remove the jack from the vehicle Tire change procedure Note Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked 1 Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire For example if the left front tire is flat block the right rear wheel 2006 Milan mln Owner...

Page 183: ...start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack The jack is only meant for changing the tire 4 Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench 5 Replace the flat tire with the spare tire making sure the valve stem is facing outward Reinstall lug nuts until the wheel is snug against the hub Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel has been lowered If you are using the temporary tire the lug nut ...

Page 184: ...use the long bolt When storing the temporary spare tire replace the cover plate and use the short bolt 5 Secure the bolt using the lug wrench 6 Insert the lug wrench and bolt in the tool bag and place over the jack 7 Replace the carpeted load floor panel WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS Retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque at 500 miles 800 km after any wheel disturbance tire rotation ...

Page 185: ...damage the catalytic converter Preparing your vehicle When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed the transmission must relearn its shift strategy As a result the transmission may have firm and or soft shifts This operation is considered normal and will not affect function or durability of the transmission Over time the adaptive learning process will fully update transmission op...

Page 186: ...of the discharged battery Note In the illustrations lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting boosting battery 2 Connect the other end of the positive cable to the positive terminal of the assisting battery 2006 Milan mln Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Roadside Emergencies 186 ...

Page 187: ...em Do not use fuel lines engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as grounding points Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative terminal of the battery to be jumped A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery 5 Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades belts moving parts of both engines or any fuel delivery system parts 2006 Milan mln Owners Guide...

Page 188: ...fore disconnecting the jumper cables Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were connected 1 Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface Note In the illustrations lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting boosting battery 2 Remove the jumper cable on the negative connection of the booster vehicle s battery 2006 Milan mln Owners Guide ...

Page 189: ...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 2006 Milan mln Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Roadside Emergencies 189 ...

Page 190: ... not approved a slingbelt towing procedure If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly vehicle damage may occur If your vehicle is to be towed using wheel lift equipment the non lifted wheels must be place on a dolly to prevent damage to the vehicle Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized tow truck operators Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual for pro...

Page 191: ... or concerns or are unsatisfied with the service you are receiving follow these steps 1 Contact your Sales Representative or Service Advisor at your selling servicing authorized dealer 2 If your inquiry or concern remains unresolved contact the Sales Manager Service Manager or Customer Relations Manager 3 If you require assistance or clarification on Ford Motor Company policies or procedures pleas...

Page 192: ...ww customersaskford com In Canada Lincoln Centre Ford Motor Company of Canada Limited P O Box 2000 Oakville Ontario L6J 5E4 1 800 387 9333 www lincolncanada com In order to help you service your Lincoln vehicle please have the following information available when contacting the Lincoln Centre Your telephone number home and business The name of the authorized dealer and the city where the authorize...

Page 193: ...burse the buyer in an amount equal to the actual price paid or payable by the consumer less a reasonable allowance for consumer use The consumer has the right to choose whether to receive a refund or replacement vehicle California Civil Code Section 1793 22 b presumes that the manufacturer has had a reasonable number of attempts to conform the vehicle to its applicable express warranties if within...

Page 194: ...You are not bound by the decision but may choose to accept it If you choose to accept the BBB AUTO LINE decision then Ford must abide by the accepted decision as well If the arbitrator has decided in your favor and you accept the decision the BBB AUTO LINE program will contact you to ensure that Ford has complied with the decision in a timely manner Disputes submitted to the BBB AUTO LINE program ...

Page 195: ...1 800 207 0685 FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN You can get more protection for your new car or light truck by purchasing Ford Extended Service Plan Ford ESP coverage It provides the following Benefits during the warranty period depending on the plan you purchase such as reimbursement for rentals coverage for certain maintenance and wear items Protection against covered repair costs after your Bumper to...

Page 196: ...e serviced while you are traveling or living in Central America the Caribbean or the Middle East contact the nearest authorized dealer If the authorized dealer cannot help you write or call FORD MOTOR COMPANY WORLDWIDE DIRECT MARKET OPERATIONS 1555 Fairlane Drive Fairlane Business Park 3 Allen Park Michigan 48101 U S A Telephone 313 594 4857 FAX 313 390 0804 If you are in another foreign country c...

Page 197: ...injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying Ford Motor Company If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your d...

Page 198: ...s 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 Exterior chrome Wash the vehicle first using cool or lukewarm water and a n...

Page 199: ... finish In order to maintain their shine Clean weekly with Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner ZC 37 A which is available from your authorized dealer Heavy dirt and brake dust accumulation may require agitation with a sponge Rinse thoroughly with a strong stream of water Never apply any cleaning chemical to hot or warm wheel rims or covers Some automatic car washes may cause damage to the finish on ...

Page 200: ...aser ZC 20 on all parts that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine 2 3L I4 engine 3 0L DOHC engine Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running water in the running engine may cause internal damage 2006 Milan mln Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Cleaning 200 ...

Page 201: ... authorized dealer The wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl rubbing alcohol or Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate ZC 32 A available from your authorized dealer This washer fluid contains special solution in addition to alcohol which helps to remove the hot wax deposited on the wiper blade and windshield from automated car wash facilities Be sure to replace wiper blades when the...

Page 202: ... clean dry cloth you may also use Motorcraft Dash Vinyl Cleaner ZC 38 A Do not use household or glass cleaners as these may damage the finish INTERIOR For fabric carpets cloth seats safety belts and seats equipped with side airbags Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner Remove light stains and soil with Motorcraft Professional Strength Carpet Upholstery Cleaner ZC 54 If grease or tar is ...

Page 203: ...sfer can occur when wet clothing comes in contact with leather upholstery If this occurs the leather should be cleaned immediately to avoid permanent staining UNDERBODY Flush the complete underside of your vehicle frequently Keep body and door drain holes free from packed dirt FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford or Lincoln Mercury authorized dealer has many quality products availa...

Page 204: ...Car Wash Concentrate U S only ZC 17 B Motorcraft Premium Glass Cleaner Canada only CXC 100 Motorcraft Premium Liquid Wax ZC 53 A Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate ZC 32 A Motorcraft Professional Strength Carpet Upholstery Cleaner ZC 54 Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover U S only ZC 14 Motorcraft Tire Clean and Shine ZC 28 Motorcraft Triple Clean U S only ZC 13 Motorcraft Ultra Clear ...

Page 205: ... on a hot engine Make sure that nothing gets caught in moving parts Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed space unless you are sure you have enough ventilation Keep all open flames and other lit material away from the battery and all fuel related parts Working with the engine off Automatic transmission 1 Set the parking brake and shift to P Park 2 Turn off the engine and ...

Page 206: ...d and do not remove it while the engine is running OPENING THE HOOD 1 Inside the vehicle pull the hood release handle located under the bottom of the instrument panel near the steering column 2 Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the front center of the hood 3 Lift the hood and support it with the prop rod 2006 Milan mln Owners Guide post 2002 fmt U...

Page 207: ...ne oil dipstick 4 Brake Clutch fluid reservoir 5 Transmission fluid dipstick if equipped 6 Battery 7 Power distribution box 8 Air filter assembly 9 Coolant bleed valve 10 Power steering fluid reservoir 11 Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2006 Milan mln Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 207 ...

Page 208: ...e fluid reservoir 4 Transmission Fluid Dipstick 5 Battery 6 Power distribution box 7 Air filter assembly 8 Coolant bleed valve 9 Engine oil dipstick 10 Engine oil filler cap 11 Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2006 Milan mln Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 208 ...

Page 209: ...per blades or washer system If you operate your vehicle in temperatures below 40 F 4 5 C 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 Note Do not put washer fluid in the engine coolant reservoir Washer fluid placed in the cooling system may ha...

Page 210: ...engine oil Refer to the scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for checking the engine oil 1 Make sure the vehicle 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 automatic transmissions or 1 First manual transmissions 4 Open the hood Protect...

Page 211: ...4 engine be sure the notch in the indicator flange is aligned with the V on the engine when reinserting it 2 3L I4 engine 3 0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine If the oil level is within this range the oil level is acceptable DO NOT ADD OIL 2006 Milan mln Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 211 ...

Page 212: ...ne oil must be added to raise the level within the normal operating range 2 3L I4 engine 3 0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine If required add engine oil to the engine Refer to Adding engine oil in this chapter 2006 Milan mln Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 212 ...

Page 213: ... Adding engine oil 1 Check the engine oil For instructions refer to Checking the engine oil in this chapter 2 If the engine oil level is not within the normal operating range add only certified engine oil of the recommended viscosity Remove the engine oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening 3 Recheck the engine oil level Make sure the oil level is not above the norm...

Page 214: ... an equivalent SAE 5W 20 oil meeting Ford specification WSS M2C930 A SAE 5W 20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability performance meeting all requirements for your vehicle s engine Do not use supplemental engine oil additives cleaners or other engine treatments They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that is not covered by Ford warranty Change your engine oil and filter acco...

Page 215: ...d to the battery terminals If you see any corrosion on the battery or terminals remove the cables from the terminals and clean with a wire brush You can neutralize the acid with a solution of baking soda and water Note Electrical or electronic accessories or components added to the vehicle by the dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability Batteries normally produce...

Page 216: ...ansmission turn off all accessories and start the engine 3 Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature 4 Allow the engine to idle for at least one minute 5 Turn the A C on and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute 6 Drive the vehicle to complete the relearning process The vehicle may need to be driven 10 miles 16 km or more to relearn the idle and fuel trim strategy If ...

Page 217: ...tunda Battery and Antifreeze Tester 014 R1060 The level of coolant should be maintained at the FULL COLD level or within the COLD FILL RANGE in the coolant reservoir If the level falls below add coolant per the instructions in the Adding engine coolant section Your vehicle was factory filled with a 50 50 engine coolant and water concentration If the concentration of coolant falls below 40 or above...

Page 218: ...ze or windshield washer fluid outside of its specified function and vehicle location Adding engine coolant When adding coolant make sure it is a 50 50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water Add the mixture to the coolant reservoir when the engine is cool until the appropriate fill level is obtained Do not add engine coolant when the engine is hot Steam and scalding liquids released from a h...

Page 219: ... 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 or any engine coolants mixed with alcohol or methanol antifreeze coolant Alcohol and other liquids can cause engine damage from overheating or freezing Do not add extra inhibitors or additives to the coolant These can b...

Page 220: ...k the coolant concentration Refer to the 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 drive the vehicle If nec...

Page 221: ...his section Severe climates If you drive in extremely cold climates less than 34 F 36 C It may be necessary to increase the coolant concentration above 50 NEVER increase the coolant concentration above 60 Increased engine coolant concentrations above 60 will decrease the overheat protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage Refer to the chart on the coolant containe...

Page 222: ...symbol will illuminate The symbol will illuminate If the engine reaches a preset over temperature condition the engine will automatically switch to alternating cylinder operation Each disabled cylinder acts as an air pump and cools the engine When this occurs the vehicle will still operate However The engine power will be limited The air conditioning system will be disabled Continued operation wil...

Page 223: ...ULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS Important safety precautions Do not overfill the fuel tank The pressure in an overfilled tank may cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire The fuel system may be under pressure If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap Otherwise fuel may spray out and injure you or o...

Page 224: ...s can also be harmful if absorbed through the skin If fuel is splashed on the skin and or clothing promptly remove contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water Repeated or prolonged skin contact with fuel liquid or vapor causes skin irritation Be particularly careful if you are taking Antabuse or other forms of disulfiram for the treatment of alcoholism Breathing gasoline vap...

Page 225: ...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 Fuel Filler Cap Your fuel tank filler cap has an indexed design with a 1 4 turn on off feature When fueling your vehicle 1 Turn the engine off 2 Carefully turn the filler cap counterclockwise 1 4...

Page 226: ...at these additives can cause your vehicle s emission control system to deteriorate more rapidly In Canada premium grade fuel generally contains more metallic additives than regular grade fuel We recommend using regular grade fuel In Canada many fuels contain metallic additives but fuels free of such additives may be available check with your local fuel dealer Do not use fuel containing methanol It...

Page 227: ...solines that meet the World wide Fuel Charter should be used when available Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the World wide Fuel Charter Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated cleaner burning gasolines to improve air quality Running out of fuel Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse effect on powertrain components If you have run out of fuel...

Page 228: ...uel the full amount of the advertised capacity of the fuel tank due to the empty reserve still present in the tank For consistent results when filling the fuel tank Turn the engine ignition switch to the off position prior to refueling an error in the reading will result if the engine is left running Use the same filling rate setting low medium high each time the tank is filled Allow no more than ...

Page 229: ...e operation can yield up to 10 savings in fuel Steady speeds without stopping will usually give the best fuel economy Idling for long periods of time greater than one minute may waste fuel Anticipate stopping slowing down may eliminate the need to stop Sudden or hard accelerations may reduce fuel economy Slow down gradually Driving at reasonable speeds traveling at 55 mph 88 km h uses 15 less fuel...

Page 230: ...g the first 8 10 miles 12 16 km 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 Close windows for high speed driving EPA window sticker Every new vehicle should have the EPA window sticker Contact your authorized dealer if...

Page 231: ...ver The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system which can start a fire Illumination of the indicator charging system warning light or the temperature warning light fluid leaks strange odors smoke or loss of engine power could indicate that the emission control system is not working properly Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmful and potentially lethal fumes into th...

Page 232: ...nsists of a cold engine startup followed by mixed city highway driving No additional vehicle service is required If the indicator remains on have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity Readiness for Inspection Maintenance I M testing In some localities it may be a legal requirement to pass an I M test of the on board diagnostics system If the indicator is on refer to the descript...

Page 233: ...nt temperature gauge indicator will be near the center of the normal area between H and C 2 While the engine idles turn the steering wheel left and right several times 3 Turn the engine off 4 Check the fluid level in the reservoir It should be between the MIN MAX or upper and lower lines Do not add fluid if the level is in this range 5 If the fluid is low add fluid in small amounts continuously ch...

Page 234: ...c transmission fluid expands when warmed To obtain an accurate fluid check drive the vehicle until it is warmed up approximately 20 miles 30 km If your vehicle has been operated for an extended period at high speeds in city traffic during hot weather or pulling a trailer the vehicle should be turned off for about 30 minutes to allow fluid to cool before checking 1 Drive the vehicle 20 miles 30 km ...

Page 235: ...ches if at normal operating temperature 149 F 65 C High fluid level Fluid levels above the safe range may result in transaxle failure An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and or engagement concerns and or possible damage High fluid levels can be caused by an overheating condition Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels Before adding any fluid make sure the correct type...

Page 236: ...l it is warmed up approximately 20 miles 30 km until the engine coolant gauge indicates normal operating temperature If your vehicle has been operated for an extended period at high speeds in city traffic during hot weather or pulling a trailer the vehicle should be turned off for about 30 minutes to allow fluid to cool before checking 1 Drive the vehicle 20 miles 30 km or until the coolant guage ...

Page 237: ...ft and or engagement concerns and or possible damage to the transaxle High fluid level Fluid levels above the normal operating range may result in transaxle failure An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and or engagement concerns and or possible damage to the transaxle High fluid levels can be caused by an overheating condition Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels Be...

Page 238: ... 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface 2 Engage the parking brake fully put in first gear 3 Assure the vehicle cannot move 4 Clean the filler plug 5 Remove the filler plug and inspect the fluid level 6 Fluid level should be at bottom of the opening 7 Add enough fluid through the filler opening so that the fluid level is at the bottom of the opening 8 Install and tighten the fill plug securely Use ...

Page 239: ...emove it while the engine is running Changing the air filter element 2 3L I4 engine 3 0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine 1 Release the clamps that secure the air filter housing cover 2 Carefully separate the two halves of the air filter housing 2 3L I4 engine 2006 Milan mln Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 239 ...

Page 240: ...ment is not used MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component 2 3L I4 engine 3 0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine Air filter element FA 1683 FA 1771 Battery BXT 40R BXT 40R Oil filter FL 2017 B1 FL 820 S PCV valve 2 Spark Plugs 3 1 When changing oil filter you must also replace the filter cap O ring The oil filter drain plug O ring must also be replaced whenever the oil filter drain plug is removed Reuse of the O rin...

Page 241: ...terial and design specifications for your vehicle such as Motorcraft or equivalent replacement parts The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are not used REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Ford Part Name Application Capacity Brake fluid and clutch fluid if equipped Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid All Fill between Min and Max on reservoir ...

Page 242: ...Windshield Washer Concentrate All 4 75 quarts 4 5L 1 Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory Engine oil need only meet the requirements of Ford specification WSS M2C930 A and the API Certification mark 2 Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle 3 Service refill capacity is determined by filling the transmission to the bottom of the filler hole with the vehicl...

Page 243: ...or hinge Multi Purpose Grease XG 4 or XL 5 ESB M1C93 B Engine coolant Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant yellow colored VC 7 A except CA OR and NM VC 7 B CA OR and NM WSS M97B51 A1 Cooling system stop leak pellets Motorcraft Cooling System Stop Leak Pellets VC 6 WSS M99B37 B6 Engine oil Motorcraft SAE 5W 20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil US Motorcraft SAE 5W 20 Super Premium Motor Oil Canad...

Page 244: ...V S Automatic transaxle fluid 6 Speed Motorcraft Premium Automatic Transmission Fluid XT 8 QAW WSS M2C924 A Windshield washer fluid Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate ZC 32 A WSB M8B16 A2 ENGINE DATA Engine 2 3L I4 engine 3 0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine Cubic inches 140 182 Required fuel 87 octane 87 octane Firing order 1 3 4 2 1 4 2 5 3 6 Ignition system Coil on plug Coil on plug Spark plug gap 0 ...

Page 245: ... mm 1 Overall length 190 2 4862 2 Overall width 72 2 1835 3 Overall height 55 8 1417 4 Wheelbase 107 3 2727 5 Track Front 61 6 1565 5 Track Rear 61 3 1558 5 2 3 2006 Milan mln Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 245 ...

Page 246: ...ertification Label be affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where the Safety Compliance Certification Label may be located The Safety Compliance Certification Label is located on the structure B Pillar by the trailing edge of the driver s door or the edge of the driver s door 4 1 2006 Milan mln Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 246 ...

Page 247: ...le identification number The Vehicle Identification Number VIN contains the following information 1 World manufacturer identifier 2 Brake system Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR Restraint System 3 Vehicle line series body type 4 Engine type 5 Check digit 6 Model year 7 Assembly plant 8 Production sequence number XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX 2006 Milan mln Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Maintenance and Sp...

Page 248: ...cation Label The following table tells you which transmission or transaxle each code represents Description Code 5 Speed Manual Transaxle A Mazda G5M 5 5 Speed Automatic Transaxle Mazda FNR5 C 6 Speed Automatic Transaxle Aisin F21 B 2006 Milan mln Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 248 ...

Page 249: ...whichever provides you the greatest benefit 12 months or 12 000 miles 20 000 km whichever occurs first or the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty This means that Genuine Mercury Accessories purchased along with your new vehicle and installed by a dealer are covered for the full length of your New Vehicle s Limited Warranty 3 years or 36 000 miles 60 000 km whichever occurs first Contact...

Page 250: ...ission CRTC regulate the use of mobile communications systems such as two way radios telephones and theft alarms that are equipped with radio transmitters Any such equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with FCC or CRTC regulations and should be installed only by a qualified service technician Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your vehicle particularly if they are ...

Page 251: ...fication 244 Axle lubricant specifications 243 244 B Battery 215 acid treating emergencies 215 jumping a disabled battery 185 maintenance free 215 replacement specifications 240 servicing 215 BeltMinder威 103 Brakes 160 anti lock 160 161 anti lock brake system ABS warning light 160 fluid checking and adding 234 fluid refill capacities 241 fluid specifications 243 244 lubricant specifications 243 24...

Page 252: ...ner s literature 196 Utilizing the Mediation Arbitration Program 194 D Daytime running lamps see Lamps 35 Dipstick automatic transmission fluid 234 236 engine oil 210 Doors lubricant specifications 243 Driving under special conditions 167 through water 169 E Electronic message center 61 Emergencies roadside jump starting 185 Emission control system 230 Engine 244 245 cleaning 199 coolant 217 fail ...

Page 253: ...p 225 Gas mileage see Fuel economy 227 Gauges 13 H Hazard flashers 172 Head restraints 89 Headlamps 34 aiming 36 37 autolamp system 34 bulb specifications 39 daytime running lights 35 flash to pass 36 high beam 36 replacing bulbs 39 turning on and off 34 Heating heating and air conditioning system 26 28 30 Hood 206 I Ignition 156 244 245 Illuminated visor mirror 50 Infant seats see Safety seats 12...

Page 254: ... Message center 61 english metric button 66 system check button 65 warning messages 66 Mirrors 54 automatic dimming rearview mirror 54 heated 55 programmable memory 77 side view mirrors power 54 Moon roof 59 Motorcraft parts 203 223 240 O Octane rating 226 Oil see Engine oil 210 P Parking brake 161 Parts see Motorcraft parts 240 Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor 96 Power distribution box se...

Page 255: ...eat 77 SecuriLock passive anti theft system 83 Servicing your vehicle 205 Setting the clock AM FM CD 16 AM FM In dash 6 CD 21 Spark plugs specifications 240 244 245 Specification chart lubricants 243 244 Speed control 55 Starting your vehicle 156 157 159 jump starting 185 Steering speed sensitive 163 Steering wheel controls 58 tilting 50 T Tilt steering wheel 50 Tires 135 136 179 alignment 142 car...

Page 256: ...unk 73 remote release 68 77 Turn signal 38 V Vehicle dimensions 245 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 247 Vehicle loading 149 Ventilating your vehicle 159 W Warning lights see Lights 10 Washer fluid 209 Water Driving through 169 Windows power 53 Windshield washer fluid and wipers 49 checking and adding fluid 209 replacing wiper blades 209 Wrecker towing 190 2006 Milan mln Owners Guide post 2002 fm...

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