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Mercury Mountaineer 2000, Owner'S Manual

The 2000 Mercury Mountaineer Owner's Manual is a comprehensive guide that offers detailed instructions and information on operating and maintaining your vehicle. Available for download free of charge from our website, it provides valuable insights and assistance for a seamless ownership experience.

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rear wiper/washer .....................82

Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................82

checking and adding fluid .....200
checking and cleaning ............212

liftgate reservoir .....................200
operation ...................................81
replacing wiper blades ...........212

Wrecker towing .........................191

Index

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Summary of Contents for Mountaineer 2000

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Page 2: ...37 Customer assistance 245 Reporting safety defects 257 Index 258 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...

Page 3: ...al concerns will follow Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards protecting the environment Indicates a message regarding child safety restraints Refer to Seating and safety restraints for more information Indicates that this Owner Guide contains information on this subject Please refer to the Index to locate the ap...

Page 4: ...vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles Before you drive your vehicle please read this Owner s Guide carefully Your vehicle is not a passenger car As with other vehicles of this type failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or an accident Be sure to read Driving off road in the Driving chapter as well as the Four Wheeling suppl...

Page 5: ...hild Seat Installation Warning Child Seat Tether Anchorage Brake System Anti Lock Brake System Brake Fluid Non Petroleum Based Traction 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 Power Windows Front Rear Power Window Lockout Introduction 4 ...

Page 6: ...c Alarm Engine Oil Engine Coolant Engine Coolant Temperature Do Not Open When Hot Battery Avoid Smoking Flames or Sparks Battery Acid Explosive Gas Fan Warning Power Steering Fluid Maintain Correct Fluid Level MAX MIN Emission System Engine Air Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter Jack Introduction 5 ...

Page 7: ... 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 20 DOOR AJAR CHECK GAGE CHECK SUSP OFF OFF Headlamp control pg 21 Instrument panel dimmer switch pg 22 Tilt steering wheel lever pg 81 Turn signal and wiper washer control pg 81 Driver air bag pg 126 Instrument cluster pg 8 Speed control pg 77 Parking brake release pg 145 Hood release pg 193 Reverse sensing system pg 33 Instrumentation 6 ...

Page 8: ...SH ON SEEK TUNE AM FM CLK 1 2 3 4 5 6 FM1 ST HIGH 4x4 LOW AUTO Rear window defroster control pg 33 Rear wiper washer control pg 82 Fog lamp control pg 21 Electronic sound system pg 35 Climate control system pg 22 Gearshift includes overdrive button pg 150 4wd control pg 154 if equipped Instrumentation 7 ...

Page 9: ...n control systems may be malfunctioning The light may illuminate without a driveability concern being noted The vehicle will usually be drivable and will not require towing What you should do if the check engine light illuminates Light turns on solid This means that the OBD II system has detected a malfunction Temporary malfunctions may cause your Check Engine light to illuminate Examples are 1 Th...

Page 10: ...ould damage your catalytic converter You should drive in a moderate fashion avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration and have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity Under engine misfire conditions excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter the fuel system interior floor coverings or other vehicle components possibly causing a fire Check fuel cap Illumina...

Page 11: ...system should be inspected immediately Anti lock brake system ABS Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position If the light remains on continues to flash or fails to illuminate have the system serviced immediately With the ABS light on the anti lock brake system is disabled and normal braking is still effective unless the brake warning light also remains illuminated with ...

Page 12: ...temperature is high the engine oil pressure is low or the fuel gauge is at or near empty The ignition must be in the ON position for this lamp to illuminate The lamp will also illuminate for several seconds after the ignition is turned to the ON position Refer to Engine coolant temperature gauge Engine oil pressure gauge or Fuel gauge in this chapter for more information Four wheel drive low if eq...

Page 13: ...ransmission does not operate in the overdrive mode refer to the Driving chapter for transmission function and operation The light may also flash steadily if a transmission malfunction is detected If the light does not come on when the Transmission Control Switch is depressed or if the light flashes steadily have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible damage to the transmission could occur Check...

Page 14: ...ing chime refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter Supplemental restraint system SRS warning chime For information on the SRS warning chime refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter Key in ignition warning chime Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the OFF LOCK or ACC position and the driver s door is opened Headlamps on warning chime Sounds when the headlamps or parki...

Page 15: ... safely possible switch off the engine immediately and let the engine cool Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and care chapter C 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 RPMx1000 ABS CHECK ENGINE CHECK FUEL CAP E F H H H P R N D 2 1 THEFT SPEED CONT 4WD HIGH 4WD LOW O D OFF L L 10 MPH 20 50 60 70 30 40 80 90 km h 0 0 0 10 1 00 1 20 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 20 DOOR AJAR CHECK GAGE BRAKE CHECK SUSP 1...

Page 16: ... Trip odometer Registers the kilometers miles of individual journeys To reset depress the control Tachometer Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine 10 MPH 20 50 60 70 30 40 80 90 km h 0 0 0 10 1 00 1 20 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 20 10 MPH 20 50 60 70 30 40 80 90 km h 0 0 0...

Page 17: ... immediately Check the oil level Add oil if needed refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and care chapter If the oil level is correct have your vehicle checked at your dealership or by a qualified technician Fuel gauge Displays approximately how much fuel is in the fuel tank when the key is in the ON position The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion The ignition should be in...

Page 18: ...tem warnings Selectable features English metric display Press to toggle the message center display between metric or English units Fuel range Press once to display the approximate kilometers miles left to drive before the fuel tank is empty Press again to display the distance driven since this function was last manually reset For maximum accuracy of this display feature the ignition should be in t...

Page 19: ... economy Press to display your vehicle s average fuel economy in liters 100 km or miles gallons Reset Press the reset control to reset the current feature being displayed Warnings distance driven average fuel economy fuel used and personalized oil reset percentage are the only features that respond to reset ENGLISH METRIC RANGE STATUS ECON RESET SYSTEM CHECK OIL CHANGE RESET FUEL ENGLISH METRIC RA...

Page 20: ...ance to the next display 2 Press the reset control to immediately conclude the system check 3 Press the range fuel status or fuel economy control to conclude the system check and display the requested feature 4 Press the metric English control to conclude the system check and change the previous display to the new mode 5 Press the oil change reset control to conclude the system check and begin the...

Page 21: ...val than the manufacturer s recommended interval To establish your personalized oil reset percentage 1 Press and hold the OIL CHANGE RESET control and press the RESET control while the display is still counting down the five seconds to reset The display will change to START OIL LIFE AT XXX 2 Press the OIL CHANGE RESET control until the displayed percentage is the personalized oil reset percentage ...

Page 22: ...Daytime running lamps DRL if equipped Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output To activate the ignition must be in the ON position and the headlamp control is in the OFF or Parking lamps position Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during inclement weather The Daytime Running Light DRL System does not activate your tail lamps and generally may not provide adequate lighting dur...

Page 23: ...nt panel during headlamp and parklamp operation Rotate up to brighten Rotate down to dim Rotate to full up position past detent to turn on interior lamps CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM Manual heating and air conditioning system Fan speed control Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle DIM OFF A C MAX A C Controls and features 22 ...

Page 24: ...r Airflow will be from the instrument panel registers This mode can also be used to prevent undesirable odors from entering the vehicle A C Uses outside air to cool the vehicle It is quieter than MAX A C but not as economical Airflow will be from the instrument panel registers Panel Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers However the air will not be cooled below the outside ...

Page 25: ...tween the full hot and full cold positions the air distributed through the floor ducts will be slightly warmer than the air sent to the windshield defroster ducts If the temperature is about 10 C 50 F or higher the air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to reduce fogging Defrost Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts It can be used to clear ice or fog from th...

Page 26: ...p of your instrument panel be careful to not place them over the defroster outlets These objects can block airflow and reduce your ability to see through your windshield Also avoid placing small objects on top of your instrument panel These objects can fall down into the defroster outlets and block airflow and possibly damage your climate control system Do not place objects on top of the instrumen...

Page 27: ...c unless the fan speed thumbwheel is turned or the steering wheel fan speed control is pressed When in AUTOMATIC and weather conditions require heat air will be sent to the floor However if the engine is not warm enough to provide heat the fan will be at a low speed and the air will be directed to the windshield In 31 2 minutes or less the fan speed will start to increase and the airflow location ...

Page 28: ...ed temperature until a warmer temperature is selected by pressing the red button For continuous maximum heating push the red button until 32 C 90 F is shown in the display window The EATC will continue maximum heating disregarding the displayed temperature until a cooler temperature is selected by pressing the blue button Temperature conversion Press MAX A C and DEF at the same time for one second...

Page 29: ...al fan operation To return to automatic fan operation press AUTOMATIC Manual override controls The override controls are located at the bottom of the EATC and allow you to determine where airflow is directed To return to full automatic control press AUTOMATIC The air conditioning compressor will operate in all modes except FLOOR and VENT It will also operate only when required when AUTOMATIC has b...

Page 30: ...e air distributed through the floor ducts will be slightly warmer than the air sent to the instrument panel registers FLOOR Allows for maximum heating by distributing outside air through the floor ducts However the air cannot be cooled below the outside temperature because the air conditioning does not operate in this mode FLR DEF Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts and ...

Page 31: ... to full heat 3 Select A C 4 Set the fan speed to HI 5 Direct the outer panel vents towards to side windows To increase airflow to the outer panel vents close the central panel vents Operating tips In humid weather select DEF before driving This will reduce fogging on your windshield After a few minutes select any desired position To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle don t drive with the ...

Page 32: ...educe your ability to see through your windshield Also avoid placing small objects on top of your instrument panel These objects can fall down into the defroster outlets and block airflow and possibly damage your climate control system Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop Rear console climate controls if equipped ...

Page 33: ...ed control to the desired position Select for air to flow through these vents Select for air to flow through these vents VOLUME MODE SEEK MEMORY SEEK VOLUME BAND MEMORY SEEK VOLUME BAND MEMORY Controls and features 32 ...

Page 34: ... the Driving chapter for more information REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED The reverse sensing system RSS sounds a tone to warn the driver of obstacles near the rear bumper when the reverse gear is selected To help avoid personal injury please read and understand the limitations on the reverse sensing system described below Reverse sensing is only an assist for some generally large and fixed obj...

Page 35: ...is not effective at speeds greater than 6 km h 4 mph and may not detect certain angular or moving objects The reverse sensing system detects obstacles within approximately 1 8 meters 5 9 ft of the rear bumper with a decreased coverage area at the outer corners of the bumper refer to the figures for approximate zone coverage areas As you move closer to the obstacle the rate of the tone increases Wh...

Page 36: ...in illuminated to indicate a failure of the reverse sensing system Always keep the sensors located on the rear bumper fascia free from dirt snow and ice do not clean the sensors with sharp objects These elements may cause the system to operate inaccurately If the vehicle sustains damage to the rear bumper fascia leaving it misaligned or bent the sensing zone may be altered causing inaccurate measu...

Page 37: ...the ignition switch is turned back on AM FM select The AM FM select control works in radio and tape modes AM FM select in radio mode This control allows you to select AM or FM frequency bands Press the AM control to select from AM selections and press the FM control to select from FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations AM FM select in tape mode Press this control to stop tape play and begin radio play ...

Page 38: ...tion in radio mode Press to find the next listenable station down the frequency band Press to find the next listenable station up the frequency band Scan function The scan function works in radio mode Scan function in radio mode Press the SCAN control to hear a brief sampling of all listenable stations on the frequency band Press the SCAN control again to stop the scan mode Radio station memory pr...

Page 39: ...ion 3 Press and hold a memory preset control until the sound returns indicating the station is held in memory on the control you selected Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system s bass output Treble adjust The treble adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system s treble output 1 2 3 4 5 6 BASS TREB Controls and features 38 ...

Page 40: ...in radio mode press the TAPE AMS control Automatic Music Search The Automatic Music Search feature allows you to quickly locate the beginning of the tape selection being played or to skip to the next selection To activate the feature momentarily depress the TAPE AMS button Then press either REW for the beginning of the current selection or FF to advance to the next BAL FADE TAPE AMS CLK TAPE AMS C...

Page 41: ...nd of the tape is reached Tape direction select Press SIDE and 1 2 at the same time to play the alternate side of a tape Eject function Press the control to stop and eject a tape DolbyT noise reduction Dolbyt noise reduction operates only in tape mode Dolbyt noise reduction reduces the amount of hiss and static during tape playback Press the control to activate and deactivate Dolbyt noise reductio...

Page 42: ... decrease hours and to increase hours To set the minute press and hold the CLK control and press the TUNE control to decrease minutes and to increase minutes The CLK control will allow you to switch between media display mode radio station stereo information etc and clock display mode time TAPE AMS CLK SEEK SEEK TUNE TUNE TAPE AMS CLK SEEK TUNE SEEK TUNE Controls and features 41 ...

Page 43: ...information will always be displayed Premium AM FM Stereo Cassette Single CD Volume power control Press the control to turn the audio system on or off Audio power can also be turned on by pressing the AM FM select control or the tape CD select control Audio power is turned off by using the volume power control FM 1 AMC BL RF REW FF SCAN BASS TREB SEL BAL TAPE DISC EJ CD FADE AUTO CLK SIDE 1 2 COMP...

Page 44: ...pe and CD modes AM FM select in radio mode This control allows you to select AM or FM frequency bands Press the control to switch between AM FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations AM FM select in tape mode Press this control to stop tape play and begin radio play AM FM select in CD or CD changer mode if equipped Press this control to stop CD play and begin radio play Tune adjust The tune control works ...

Page 45: ...for CD changer if equipped Press to select the previous disc in the CD changer Play will begin on the first track of the disc unless the CD changer is in shuffle mode Refer to Shuffle feature for more information Hold the control to continue reversing through the remaining discs Press to select the next disc in the CD changer Hold the control to fast forward through the remaining discs Seek functi...

Page 46: ... a selection has been playing for three seconds or more and you press the CD changer will replay that selection from the beginning Press to seek forward to the next track of the current disc After the last track has been completed the first track of the current disc will automatically replay Scan function The scan function works in radio tape or CD mode Scan function in radio mode Press the SCAN c...

Page 47: ...preset The radio is equipped with six station memory preset controls These controls can be used to select up to six preset AM stations and twelve FM stations six in FM1 and six in FM2 Setting memory preset stations 1 Select the frequency band with the AM FM select control 2 Select a station Refer to Tune adjust or Seek function for more information on selecting a station 3 Press and hold a memory ...

Page 48: ...temporarily stored in the memory preset controls until deactivated and are accessed in the same manner of your original presets To deactivate autoset and return to your audio system s manually set memory stations press the AUTO control again Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system s bass output Press the BASS control then press to decrease the bass o...

Page 49: ...tween the right and left speakers Press the BAL control then press to shift sound to the left and to shift sound to the right Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound can be adjusted between the front and rear speakers Press the FADE control then press to shift the sound to the front and to shift the sound to the rear SEL BAL FADE SEL BAL FADE SEL Controls and features 48 ...

Page 50: ...en single CD and CD changer play if equipped Rewind The rewind control works in tape and CD modes In tape mode radio play will continue until rewind is stopped with the TAPE control or the beginning of the tape is reached In CD mode pressing the REW control rewinds the CD within the current track Fast forward The fast forward control works in tape and CD modes In the tape mode tape direction will ...

Page 51: ...ademarks of Dolbyt Laboratories Licensing Corporation Compression adjust Compression adjust brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level Press the COMP control to activate and deactivate compression adjust Shuffle feature The shuffle feature operates in CD mode if equipped and plays all tracks on the current disc in random order If equipped with the CD changer th...

Page 52: ...o set the minute press and hold the CLK control and press TUNE to decrease minutes and to increase minutes If your vehicle has a separate clock module other than the digital radio display the CLK button will not function in the above manner AUTO CLK SEEK SEEK TUNE TUNE AUTO CLK SEEK TUNE SEEK TUNE Controls and features 51 ...

Page 53: ...the media information will always be displayed Mute mode Press the control to mute the playing media Press the control again to return to the playing media Rear seat controls if equipped The Personal Audio System a feature of the optional Premium AM FM Stereo Cassette Single CD and the MACHt Audio System with AM FM Stereo Cassette Single CD allows front and middle seat passengers to listen to diff...

Page 54: ...ctivate the Personal Audio System press the speaker headphone control Press the MODE control to change audio sources for headphone mode only Use the SEEK VOLUME and MEMORY controls to make adjustments to the playing media Adjusting the volume Press the control to increase volume Press the control to decrease volume From the rear seat controls volume control can be set no higher than the current ra...

Page 55: ...ate the headphones The rear speakers will cut out once the speaker on off control is pressed The front speaker will remain playing for the front passengers Press the control again to deactivate the headphones Mode select Push the MODE control to toggle between AM FM1 FM2 tape CD or CD changer if equipped VOLUME MODE SEEK MEMORY VOLUME MODE SEEK MEMORY Controls and features 54 ...

Page 56: ...e next disc Seek function In radio mode press to find the next listenable station down the frequency band In radio mode press to find the next listenable station up the frequency band In tape mode use the SEEK function to access the next or previous selection In CD mode if equipped use the SEEK function to access the next or previous selection VOLUME MODE SEEK MEMORY VOLUME MODE SEEK MEMORY Contro...

Page 57: ...ed off the volume will come back on at a nominal listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on If you wish to maintain your preset volume level turn the audio system off with the power control before switching off the ignition FM1 ST REW FF SCAN BASS TREB SEL BAL TAPE DISC EJ CD FADE AUTO RDS SIDE 1 2 COMP SHUFFLE EJ MUTE VOL PUSH ON SEEK TUNE AM FM 1 2 3 4 5 6 DOLBY B NR VOL PUSH ON ...

Page 58: ...adio play AM FM select in CD mode Press this control to stop CD play and begin radio play Tune adjust The tune control works in radio or CD mode Tune adjust in radio mode Press to move to the next frequency down the band whether or not a listenable station is located there Hold the control to move through the frequencies quickly Press to move to the next frequency up the band whether or not a list...

Page 59: ...disc in the CD changer Hold the control to fast forward through the remaining discs Seek function The seek function control works in radio tape or CD mode Seek function in radio mode Press to find the next listenable station down the frequency band Press to find the next listenable station up the frequency band Seek function in tape mode Press to listen to the previous selection on the tape Press ...

Page 60: ... scan mode Scan function in tape mode Press the SCAN control to hear a short sampling of all selections on the tape The tape scans in a forward direction At the end of the tape s first side direction automatically reverses to the opposite side of the tape To stop on a particular selection press the control again Scan function in CD mode Press the SCAN control to hear a short sampling of all select...

Page 61: ...ith different radio stations Starting autoset memory preset 1 Select a frequency using the AM FM select controls 2 Press the AUTO control 3 When the first six strong stations are filled the station stored in memory preset control 1 will start playing If there are less than six strong stations available on the frequency band the remaining memory preset controls will all store the last strong statio...

Page 62: ...udio system s treble output Press the TREB control then press to decrease treble output and to increase treble output Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted between the right and left speakers Press the BAL control then press to shift sound to the left and to shift sound to the right SEL BASS TREB SEL BAL FADE SEL Controls and features 61 ...

Page 63: ...ay if CD s are loaded press the CD control The first track of the disc will begin playing After that CD play will begin where it stopped last If equipped with a CD changer press the CD control to toggle between single CD and CD changer play Rewind The rewind control works in tape and CD modes In tape mode radio play will continue until rewind is stopped with the TAPE control or the beginning of th...

Page 64: ...te side of a tape Eject function Press the control to stop and eject a tape Press the control to stop and eject a CD DolbyT noise reduction Dolbyt noise reduction operates only in tape mode Dolbyt noise reduction reduces the amount of hiss and static during tape playback Press the control to activate and deactivate Dolbyt noise reduction The Dolbyt noise reduction system is manufactured under lice...

Page 65: ...n the current disc in random order If equipped with the CD changer the shuffle feature continues to the next disc after all tracks on the current disc are played Press the SHUFFLE control to start this feature Random order play will continue until the SHUFFLE control is pressed again Setting the clock Press the clock RDS control until SELECT HOUR is displayed and press to decrease hours and to inc...

Page 66: ...ELECT MIN is displayed and press to decrease minutes and to increase minutes Radio Data System RDS feature This feature allows your audio system to receive text information from RDS equipped FM radio stations AUTO RDS SEL AUTO RDS Controls and features 65 ...

Page 67: ...ent Press the RDS control until TRAFFIC is displayed Use the SELECT control to select ON or OFF With the feature ON use the SEEK or SCAN control to find a radio station broadcasting a traffic report if it is broadcasting RDS data RDS select program type Press the RDS control until FIND program type is displayed AUTO RDS SEL AUTO RDS Controls and features 66 ...

Page 68: ...zz R B Religious Rock Soft Top 40 RDS show With the RDS menu enabled press the RDS control until SHOW is displayed Use the SEL control to select TYPE NAME TEXT or NONE When your radio is turned to a RDS station RDS station TYPE station NAME or TEXT message will be displayed along with the frequency Press SEL in order to scroll through the text messages SEL AUTO RDS SEL Controls and features 67 ...

Page 69: ...eously However the front and middle seat passengers cannot listen to two different radio stations at the same time To turn on the rear seat controls press the memory preset controls 3 and 5 at the same time The will appear in the display Pressing 3 and 5 at the same time again will turn the rear seat controls off If there is a discrepancy between the rear seat and the front audio controls such as ...

Page 70: ...Adjusting the volume Press the control to increase volume Press the control to decrease volume From the rear seat controls volume control can be set no higher than the current radio setting unless the speakers are turned off Refer to Turning speakers on and off Turning the speakers on and off Press to turn all speakers on or off VOLUME MODE SEEK MEMORY VOLUME MODE SEEK MEMORY VOLUME MODE SEEK MEMO...

Page 71: ...sengers Press the control again to deactivate the headphones Mode select Push the MODE control to toggle between AM FM1 FM2 tape CD or CD changer if equipped Memory preset control Push the MEMORY control successively to allow rear seat passengers to scroll through the 6 memory presets in AM FM1 or FM2 Push the MEMORY control in CD changer mode if equipped to advance to the next disc VOLUME MODE SE...

Page 72: ...e the SEEK function to access the next or previous selection In CD mode if equipped use the SEEK function to access the next or previous selection CD changer if equipped The CD changer is located in one of the following locations in the trunk in the center console under the driver s seat 1 Slide the door to access the CD changer magazine VOLUME MODE SEEK MEMORY Controls and features 71 ...

Page 73: ... release knob C pull the disc holder B out of the magazine If you pull too hard on the disc holder the disc holder may come completely out of the magazine If this happens reinsert the disc holder back into the magazine while pressing on the lever A A B C A Controls and features 72 ...

Page 74: ... The CD magazine may be inserted or ejected with the radio power off ONLY use the magazine supplied with the CD changer other types will damage the unit Keep the CD changer door closed Coins and foreign objects will damage the CD player and void your audio system warranty Do not insert any promotional odd shaped or sized discs or discs with removable labels into the CD changer as that jamming may ...

Page 75: ...Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periods of time Do not insert more than one disc into each slot of the CD changer magazine Cleaning cassette player if equipped Clean the tape player head with a cassette cleaning cartridge after 10 to 12 hours of play in order to maintain the best sound and operation Cassette and cassette player care Use only cassettes that are 9...

Page 76: ...r stations Terrain Hills mountains and tall buildings between your vehicle s antenna and the radio station signal can cause FM reception problems Static can be caused on AM stations by power lines electric fences traffic lights and thunderstorms Moving away from an interfering structure out of its shadow returns your reception to normal Station overload Weak signals are sometimes captured by stron...

Page 77: ...while the engine is not running 2 LOCK locks the steering wheel automatic transmission gearshift lever and allows key removal 3 OFF shuts off the engine and all accessories without locking the steering wheel 4 ON all electrical circuits operational Warning lights illuminated Key position when driving 5 START cranks the engine Release the key as soon as the engine starts 3 1 2 5 4 Controls and feat...

Page 78: ... the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding slippery or unpaved Do not shift the gearshift lever into N Neutral with the speed control on To turn speed control off Press OFF or Turn off the vehicle ignition Once speed control is switched off the previously programmed set speed will be erased OFF ON OFF ON Controls and features 77 ...

Page 79: ...e brakes to reduce your vehicle speed If your vehicle slows down more than 16 km h 10 mph below your set speed on an uphill your speed control will disengage This is normal Pressing RES RSM RESUME will re engage it Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding slippery or unpaved To set a higher set speed Press and hold SET SET ACC SET ACCEL Release the control when th...

Page 80: ... Release the control when the desired speed is reached or Press and release CST COAST Each press will decrease the set speed by 1 6 km h 1 mph or Depress the brake pedal When the desired vehicle speed is reached press SET SET ACC SET ACCEL To disengage speed control Depress the brake pedal Disengaging the speed control will not erase the previously programmed set speed RSM SET ACC COAST RSM SET AC...

Page 81: ...the vehicle speed must be faster than 48 km h 30 mph Indicator light This light comes on when either the SET ACC SET ACCEL or RES RSM RESUME controls are pressed It turns off when the speed control OFF control is pressed the brake is applied or the ignition is turned to the OFF position OFF ON RSM SET ACC COAST SPEED CONT Controls and features 80 ...

Page 82: ...ng wheel when the vehicle is moving HAZARD FLASHER For information on the hazard flasher control refer to Hazard flasher in the Roadside emergencies chapter WINDSHIELD WIPER WASHER CONTROLS Rotate the windshield wiper control to the desired interval low or high speed position The bars of varying length are for intermittent wipers When in this position rotate the control upward for fast intervals a...

Page 83: ...ings speed sensitive front wipers automatically adjust as the vehicle s speed changes Rear window wiper and washer For rear wiper operation rotate the rear window wiper and washer control to the desired interval position Press the control for rear washer fluid operation STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS IF EQUIPPED These controls allow you to operate some radio and climate control features PUSH OFF R WIPE H...

Page 84: ...ection on the tape In CD mode Press MEM NEXT to listen to the next track on the disc In any mode Press VOL up or down to adjust the volume Climate control features Press TEMP up or down to adjust temperature Press FAN up or down to adjust fan speed OVERHEAD CONSOLE IF EQUIPPED The appearance of your vehicle s overhead console will vary according to your option package NEXT MODE Controls and featur...

Page 85: ...talling a garage door opener if equipped The storage compartment can be converted to accommodate a variety of aftermarket garage door openers Remove the storage clip from the door Place Velcroy hook onto side of aftermarket transmitter opposite of actuator control Place the transmitter into storage compartment control down Controls and features 84 ...

Page 86: ...of the control until the glass panel stops moving Once fully closed the rear of the glass panel will appear higher than the front edge To vent To tilt the moon roof into the vent position when the glass panel is closed press and hold the front portion of the control To close the moon roof from the vent position press and hold the rear portion of the control until the glass panel stops moving If th...

Page 87: ...e outside temperature falls below 3 3 C 38 F the display will alternate from ICE to the outside temperature at a two second rate for one minute Compass The compass display is contained in the overhead console The vehicle heading is displayed as one of N NE E SE S SW W and NW The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large buildings bridges power lines and powerful broadcast antenna M...

Page 88: ...trol until VAR appears in the display then release The display should show the current zone number 3 Press the MODE control until the desired zone number appears The display will flash and then return to normal operation The zone is now updated 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 LAMP MODE LAMP 9 VAR Controls and features 87 ...

Page 89: ...codes of most current transmitters to operate garage doors entry gates security systems entry door locks and home or office lighting When programming your HomeLinkt Universal Transceiver to a garage door or gate be sure that people and objects are out of the way to prevent potential harm or damage Do not use the HomeLinkt Universal Transceiver with any garage door opener that lacks safety stop and...

Page 90: ...leted 4 The red light will flash slowly and then rapidly Release both buttons when the red light flashes rapidly 5 Follow steps 2 through 4 to program the remaining two buttons If you do not successfully program the HomeLinkt Universal Transceiver after repeated attempts refer to Rolling code programing which follows or call toll free customer assistance 1 800 355 3515 or on the Internet at HomeLi...

Page 91: ... program the HomeLinkt Universal Transceiver but does not activate the device Press and hold the trained HomeLinkt button The device has the rolling code feature if the indicator light flashes rapidly and then turns solid after two seconds After completing the Programming functions follow these steps to train a garage door opener with the rolling code feature 1 Locate the training button on the ga...

Page 92: ...ton Do NOT release until step 4 has been completed 2 When the indicator light begins to flash slowly after 20 seconds position the hand held transmitter 5 14 cm 2 to 5 inches away from the HomeLinkt surface 3 Press and hold the hand held transmitter button 4 The HomeLinkt indicator light will flash first slowly and then rapidly When the indicator light begins to flash rapidly release both buttons ...

Page 93: ...ge 1 Press and release the PLAY button to play the message 2 Press and hold the PLAY button to hear all the messages in consecutive order starting with the most recent 3 If the PLAY button is pressed while a message is being listened to TravelNote will skip to the beginning of the next message 4 During all PLAY functions the indicator light will be a solid green The indicator light will flash ambe...

Page 94: ...Setting autolamp 1 Make sure the headlamp control is in the OFF position Leaving the headlamp control on will override the autolamp 2 Turn the ignition to the ON position or start the vehicle 3 Slide the delay control all the way to the left The further you move the knob to the right the longer the headlamps stay on after the ignition is turned to the OFF position The autolamp will keep the headla...

Page 95: ...it will adjust automatically to minimize glare The mirror will automatically return to the normal position whenever the vehicle is placed in R Reverse when the mirror is in the ON position This helps to ensure a bright clear view in the mirror when backing up POWER WINDOWS Press and hold the rocker switches to open and close windows Press the top portion of the rocker switch to close Press the bot...

Page 96: ...y pushing up on the power window control Window lock The window lock feature allows only the driver to operate the power windows To lock out all the window controls except for the driver s press the left side of the control Press the right side to restore the window controls POWER DOOR LOCKS Press U to unlock all doors and L to lock all doors AUTO WINDOW LOCK U L Controls and features 95 ...

Page 97: ...tely for each door Setting the lock for one door will not automatically set the lock for both doors Move lock control up to engage the childproof lock Move control down to disengage childproof locks POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS To adjust your mirrors 1 Select to adjust the left mirror or to adjust the right mirror 2 Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror 3 Return to the center po...

Page 98: ...actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors Fold away mirrors Pull the side mirrors in carefully when driving through a narrow space like an automatic car wash CENTER CONSOLE Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features These include Utility compartment with cassette compact disc storage Auxiliary power point Cupholders Tissue box holder Ashcup Compact disc changer if eq...

Page 99: ...llision Auxiliary power point The power point is an additional power source for electrical accessories Rear console features The rear console incorporates the following features air vents audio system controls rear seat climate controls cupholders Controls and features 98 ...

Page 100: ... or the brake pedal To remove the floor mat reverse the installation procedure REAR LIFTGATE The liftgate area is only intended for cargo not passengers You can open and close the liftgate from outside the vehicle It cannot be opened from inside the cargo area To open the liftgate window unlock the liftgate with the key or power door locks and push the key lock cylinder To open the liftgate unlock...

Page 101: ... luggage compartment of your vehicle To install the shade 1 Fasten the cover into the mounting brackets make sure the cover is right side up 2 Pull the end of the shade toward you and hook the sides into the notches right side first in the rear trim panels To prevent the possibility of injuries the fasteners for the cargo area cover must be properly attached to the mounting clips on the rear trim ...

Page 102: ...go of the right end cap The clutch will now engage and stop the shade from losing its spring tension 6 Unfold the vinyl and place it into the end cap slots 7 Insert the shade into the side mounting brackets and check to make sure that it operates properly The cover may cause injury in a sudden stop or accident if it is not securely installed REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED The remote entry system ...

Page 103: ...l flash If any of the doors are ajar the horn will make two quick chirps reminding you to properly close all doors Sounding a panic alarm Press this control to activate the alarm To deactivate the alarm press the control again or turn the ignition to ACC or ON This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions ...

Page 104: ...ory positions can be changed at any time The memory feature can be deactivated or reactivated by performing the following 1 Make sure the ignition is off and all doors and the liftgate window are closed 2 Turn the ignition key from OFF to ON 3 Press the power door unlock control three times 4 Turn the ignition key from ON to OFF 5 Press the power door unlock control three times 6 Turn the ignition...

Page 105: ...he two halves of the transmitter near the key ring DO NOT TAKE THE FRONT PART OF THE TRANSMITTER APART 2 Place the positive side of new battery in the same orientation Refer to the diagram inside the transmitter unit 3 Snap the two halves back together Replacing lost transmitters If a remote transmitter has been lost and you would like to remove it from the vehicle s memory or you would like to pu...

Page 106: ...ing mode will exit and the procedure will have to be repeated Repeat the previous step to program additional remote transmitters The doors will lock unlock to confirm that each remote transmitter has been programmed When you have completed programming the remote transmitters turn the ignition to 3 OFF or wait 20 seconds Again the doors will lock unlock to confirm programming has been completed Ill...

Page 107: ...pressing the controls on the keyless entry keypad press the middle of the controls to ensure a good activation Programming your own personal entry code 1 Enter the factory set code keypad will illuminate when pressed 2 Press the 1 2 control within five seconds of step 1 3 Enter your personal 5 digit code Enter each digit within five seconds of the previous one Do not set a code that includes five ...

Page 108: ...digit pressed within five seconds of the prior digit The interior lamps will illuminate To unlock all doors enter the factory set code or personal code driver door unlocks and press the 3 4 control within five seconds Locking the doors with the keyless entry system To lock all the doors press 7 8 and 9 0 at the same time It is not necessary to first enter the keypad code Autolock Autolock is a fea...

Page 109: ...can also be activated or deactivated using the following procedure You must complete steps 1 through 5 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated If the procedure needs to be repeated you must wait 30 seconds 1 Turn the ignition key from OFF to ON ACC 2 Press the power door UNLOCK control three times 3 Turn the ignition key from ON ACC to OFF 4 Press the power door UNLOCK control ...

Page 110: ...tible with aftermarket remote start systems Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection Large metallic objects a second key or electronic devices used to purchase gasoline or similar items on the same key ring as the PATS ignition key may cause vehicle starting problems If present you need to keep these objects from touching the PATS ignition key ...

Page 111: ...w SecuriLocky key yourself you will need two previously programmed SecuriLocky keys keys that already operate your vehicle s engine If two previously programmed SecuriLocky keys are not available one or both of your original keys were lost or stolen you must bring your vehicle to your dealership to have the spare SecuriLocky key s programmed Procedure to program spare SecuriLockY keys to your vehi...

Page 112: ...n in ON for at least one second This step will program your new SecuriLocky key 6 To program additional SecuriLocky key s repeat this procedure from step 1 If the programming procedure was successful the new SecuriLocky key s will start the vehicle s engine The theft indicator located on the instrument cluster will light for three seconds and then go out If the programming procedure was not succes...

Page 113: ...aint so that it is located directly behind your head or as close to that position as possible Refer to the following to raise and lower the head restraints The head restraints can be moved up and down Push control to lower head restraint Adjusting the front manual seat Never adjust the driver s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the ri...

Page 114: ...dle to move seat forward or backward Pull lever up to adjust seatback Adjusting the front power seat if equipped Never adjust the driver s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips Seating and safety rest...

Page 115: ...lision The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion Press front to raise or lower the front portion of the seat cushion Press rear to raise or lower the rear portion of the seat cushion Press the control to move the seat forward backward up or down Seating and safety restraints 114 ...

Page 116: ...pport REAR SEATS Folding rear seats if equipped If the rear seat is equipped with adjustable head restraints they should be placed in the full down position before folding the seat back down 1 Press the lower release control downward to unlatch the seatback 2 Rotate the seatback downward into the load floor position 3 Press down on the top outboard area of the seatback until a click is heard The s...

Page 117: ...click when it is locked into position SAFETY RESTRAINTS Safety restraints precautions Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips To reduce the risk of injury make sure children sit where they can be properly restrained Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving The passenger cannot protect the child from inju...

Page 118: ...ssembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair 1 Use the shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm 2 Never swing the safety belt around your neck over the inside shoulder 3 Never use a single belt for more than one person Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly us...

Page 119: ...lt assembly automatic locking retractor feature or any other seat belt function is not operating properly when checked according to the procedures in Workshop Manual Failure to replace the Belt and Retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions Combination lap and shoulder belts 1 Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is co...

Page 120: ...ty belts will lock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers Automatic locking mode In this mode the shoulder belt is automatically pre locked The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver safety belt When to use the automatic locking mode Anytime a child safety seat is installed in a passenger fron...

Page 121: ...e seat belt system at all outboard seating positions except driver which has no automatic locking retractor feature must be checked by a qualified technician to verify that the automatic locking retractor feature for child seats is still functioning properly In addition all seat belts should be checked for proper function BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED if the seat belt assembly autom...

Page 122: ...ury in a collision Safety belt extension assembly If the safety belt assembly is too short even when fully extended 20 cm 8 inches can be added to the safety belt assembly by adding a safety belt extension assembly part number 611C22 Safety belt extension assemblies can be obtained from your dealer at no cost Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the safety belt Manufacturer ide...

Page 123: ...buckled by intermittently sounding a chime and illuminating the safety belt warning lamp in the instrument cluster If Then The driver s safety belt is not buckled before the vehicle has reached at least 5 km h 3 mph and 1 2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to ON The Belt Minder feature is activated the safety belt warning light illuminates and the warning chime sounds...

Page 124: ...ckle up 9Seat belts don t work9 Safety belts when used properly reduce risk of death to front seat occupants by 45 in cars and by 60 in light trucks 9Traffic is light9 Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur in single vehicle crashes many when no other vehicles are around 9Belts wrinkle my clothes9 Possibly but a serious crash can do much more than wrinkle your clothes particularly if you are unbelted 9The peo...

Page 125: ...he parking brake is set the gearshift is in P Park automatic transmission or the neutral position manual transmission the ignition switch is in the OFF position all vehicle doors are closed the driver s safety belt is unbuckled the parklamps headlamps are in OFF position If vehicle is equipped with Autolamps the Autolamps feature MUST be turned off To reduce the risk of injury do not deactivate ac...

Page 126: ... Safety belt maintenance Inspect the safety belt systems periodically to make sure they work properly and are not damaged Inspect the safety belts to make sure there are no nicks wears or cuts replacing if necessary All safety belt assemblies including retractors buckles front seat belt buckle assemblies buckle support assemblies slide bar if equipped shoulder belt height adjusters if equipped sho...

Page 127: ...f future vehicles Important supplemental restraint system SRS precautions The supplemental restraint system is designed to work with the safety belt to help protect the driver and right front passenger from certain upper body injuries Air bags DO NOT inflate slowly or gently and the risk of injury from a deploying air bag is greatest close to the trim covering the air bag module 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 H C ...

Page 128: ...oying air bag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries Steps you can take to properly position yourself away from the air bag Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the pedals comfortably Recline the seat slightly one or two degrees from the upright position Do not put anything on or over the air bag module Placing objects on or over the air bag inflation ar...

Page 129: ...a forward facing child seat in the front seat move the seat all the way back How does the air bag supplemental restraint system work The air bag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains longitudinal deceleration sufficient to cause the sensors to close an electrical circuit that initiates air bag inflation The fact that the air bags did not inflate in a collision does not mean that so...

Page 130: ...ath or serious injuries such as fractures facial and eye injuries or internal injuries particularly to occupants who are not properly restrained or are otherwise out of position at the time of air bag deployment Thus it is extremely important that occupants be properly restrained as far away from the air bag module as possible while maintaining vehicle control Several air bag system components get...

Page 131: ...t The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on A series of five beeps will be heard The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the problem and light are repaired If any of these things happen even intermittently have the SRS serviced at your dealership or by a qualified technician immediately Unless serviced the system may not function properly in the event ...

Page 132: ...olster of the driver and front passenger seatbacks A special seat cover designed to allow airbag deployment The same warning light electronic control and diagnostic unit as used for the front air bags Two crash sensors located on the B pillar Side air bags in combination with seat belts can help reduce the risk of severe injuries in the event of a significant side impact collision The side air bag...

Page 133: ...the side air bag has deployed the air bag will not function again The side air bag system including the seat must be inspected and serviced by a qualified technician in accordance with the vehicle service manual If the air bag is not replaced the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument...

Page 134: ...nstructions about using air bags Important child restraint precautions You are required by law to use safety restraints for children in the U S and Canada If small children ride in your vehicle generally children who are four years old or younger and who weigh 18 kg 40 lbs or less you must put them in safety seats made especially for children Check your local and state or provincial laws for speci...

Page 135: ...dults or pets unattended in your vehicle To improve the fit of lap and shoulder belts on children who have outgrown child safety seats Ford recommends use of a belt positioning booster seat that is labelled as conforming to all Federal motor vehicle safety standards Belt positioning booster seats raise the child and provide a shorter firmer seating cushion that encourages safer seating posture and...

Page 136: ...section in this chapter Use the correct safety belt buckle for that seating position the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from 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...

Page 137: ...t in your vehicle If you do not install and use the safety seat properly the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision Installing child safety seats in combination lap and shoulder belt seating positions 1 Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt An air bag can kill or injure a child in a child seat If you must use a forward facing child seat in th...

Page 138: ...ild seat according to the 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 Seating and safety restraints 137 ...

Page 139: ...hile pushing down with your knee on the child seat 8 Allow the safety belt to retract to remove any slack in the belt 9 Before placing the child in the seat forcibly tilt the seat forward and back to make sure the seat is securely held in place 10 Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is in the automatic locking mode you should not be able to pull more belt out If th...

Page 140: ...tach it to an anchor bracket An anchor bracket can be installed on the rear edge of the front seat cushion The provision attaching hole is provided in the rear edge of the front passenger seat cushion frame The anchorbracket must be installed using the instructions provided with the kit Tether anchorage hardware kits part number 613D74 including instructions may be obtained at no charge from any F...

Page 141: ...he emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system which can start a fire Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosed areas Exhaust fumes can be toxic Always open the garage door before you start the engine See Guarding against exhaust fumes in this chapter for more instructions If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle have your dealer inspect your ve...

Page 142: ...ght until the key turns freely This condition may occur when front wheels are turned front wheel is against the curb steering wheel is turned when getting in or out of the vehicle 1 2 3 4 5 C 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 RPMx1000 ABS CHECK ENGINE CHECK FUEL CAP E F H H H P R N D 2 1 THEFT SPEED CONT 4WD HIGH 4WD LOW O D OFF L L 10 MPH 20 50 60 70 30 40 80 90 km h 0 0 0 10 1 00 1 20 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 40 60 80 100 120...

Page 143: ...start in two attempts press the accelerator pedal all the way to floor and hold Turn the key to START position 4 When the engine starts release the key then release the accelerator pedal gradually as the engine speeds up 5 After idling for a few seconds apply the brake and release the parking brake Using the engine block heater if equipped An engine block heater warms the engine coolant which impr...

Page 144: ...ody ventilation systems checked whenever the vehicle is raised for service the sound of the exhaust system changes the vehicle has been damaged in a collision Engine exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Important ventilating information If the engine is...

Page 145: ...ABS a noise from the hydraulic pump motor and pulsation in the pedal may be observed during ABS braking events Pedal pulsation coupled with noise while braking under panic conditions or on loose gravel bumps wet or snowy roads is normal and indicates proper functioning of the vehicle s anti lock brake system The ABS performs a self check after you start the engine and begin to drive away A brief m...

Page 146: ...ency from the ABS is required apply continuous force on the brake The ABS will be activated immediately thus allowing you to retain full steering control of your vehicle and providing there is sufficient space will enable you to avoid obstacles and bring the vehicle to a controlled stop The Anti Lock system does not decrease the time necessary to apply the brakes or always reduce stopping distance...

Page 147: ...he release lever to release the brake Driving with the parking brake on will cause the brakes to wear out quickly and reduce fuel economy STEERING Your vehicle is equipped with power steering Power steering uses energy from the engine to help steer the vehicle To prevent damage to the power steering pump Never hold the steering wheel to the extreme right or the extreme left for more than a few sec...

Page 148: ...ns the height of the vehicle until all doors are closed It is normal to hear a buzz or clicking from the air compressor on the vehicle when the ignition is turned off The system stays energized for 40 minutes after the ignition is turned off to compensate for any load changes made after the vehicle is parked The air suspension shut off switch is located in the cargo area behind the left rear quart...

Page 149: ...isk of vehicle rollover personal injury and death Loaded vehicles with a higher center of gravity may handle differently than unloaded vehicles Extra precautions such as slower speeds and increased stopping distance should be taken when driving a heavily loaded vehicle Your vehicle has the capability to haul more cargo and people than most passenger cars Depending upon the type and placement of th...

Page 150: ...ting temperature or damage to the transmission may occur Do not rock the vehicle for more than a few minutes or damage to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may overheat Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P Park Turn off the ignition whenever you leave your vehicle If the parking brake is fully released but the brake warning lamp remains il...

Page 151: ...tion whenever you leave your vehicle R Reverse With the gearshift in R Reverse the vehicle will move backward Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R Reverse N Neutral With the gearshift in N Neutral the vehicle can be started and is free to roll Hold the brake pedal down while in this gear Overdrive The normal driving position for the best fuel economy Transmission operat...

Page 152: ...verdrive mode press the transmission control switch The O D OFF indicator will no longer be illuminated Each time the vehicle is started the transmission will automatically return to normal overdrive mode Every time the vehicle is shut off and restarted you must press the transmission control switch to cancel overdrive operation if driving in overdrive is not desired 2 Second Use 2 Second to start...

Page 153: ...ar start the engine depress the brake pedal then move gearshift lever out of P Park Always come to a complete stop before shifting into P Park Make sure the gearshift lever is securely latched in P Park This position locks the transmission and prevents the rear wheels from turning Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P Park Turn off the ignition whenever you...

Page 154: ...ur Drive O D OFF provides more engine braking than Overdrive and is useful whenever driving conditions i e city traffic hilly terrain etc cause the transmission to excessively shift between Overdrive and other gears Deactivate Overdrive when driving with a heavy load towing a trailer up or down steep hills additional engine braking is desired If towing a trailer refer to Driving while you tow in t...

Page 155: ...ngaged power is supplied to all four wheels through a transfer case 4WD power can be selected when additional driving power is desired If equipped with the Electronic Shift 4WD System and the instrument panel control is moved to 4WD Low while the vehicle is moving the system will not engage and no damage will occur to the 4WD system 4WD operation is not recommended on dry pavement Doing so could r...

Page 156: ... as deep snow and ice where no dry or wet pavement remains uncovered and shallow sand The 4WD LOW mode supplies four wheel drive with full power to both axles and includes a lower gear ratio for low speed It is only intended for off road applications that require extra power including deep sand steep grades and pulling a boat and trailer out of the water The vehicle should not be operated in 4WD H...

Page 157: ...off road conditions Avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles Using the Control Trac system Shifting between 4WD AUTO and 4WD HIGH When you move the control to 4WD HIGH the indicator light will illuminate in the instrument cluster When you move the control to 4WD AUTO the indicator light will turn off Either shift can be done at a stop or while driving at any speed Shifting from 4WD ...

Page 158: ...grip the spokes Drive cautiously to avoid vehicle damage from concealed objects such as rocks and stumps You should either know the terrain or examine maps of the area before driving Map out your route before driving in the area For more information on driving off road read the Four Wheeling supplement in your owner s portfolio If your vehicle gets stuck If the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow it m...

Page 159: ...on the brake pedal After driving through mud clean off residue stuck to rotating driveshafts and tires Excess mud stuck on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that could damage drive components If the transmission transfer case or front axle are submerged in water their fluids should be checked and changed if necessary Water intrusion into the transmission may damage the transmissio...

Page 160: ...frequent shifting by shifting out of Overdrive into D Drive Driving on snow and ice A 4WD vehicle has advantages over 2WD vehicles in snow and ice but can skid like any other vehicle Avoid sudden applications of power and quick changes of direction on snow and ice Apply the accelerator slowly and steadily when starting from a full stop When braking apply the brakes as you normally would In order t...

Page 161: ... such as rocks and stumps You should either know the terrain or examine maps of the area before driving Map out your route before driving in the area For more information on driving off road read the Four Wheeling supplement in your owner s portfolio If your vehicle gets stuck If the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow it may be rocked out by shifting from forward and reverse gears stopping between sh...

Page 162: ...intrusion into the transmission may damage the transmission If the rear axle is submerged in water the rear axle lubricant should be checked and changed if necessary The rear axle is filled with a synthetic lubricant and does not normally require a lubricant change for the life of the vehicle Rear axle lubricant quantities should not need to be checked unless a leak is suspected Driving on hilly o...

Page 163: ...system ABS to operate properly keep steady pressure on the brake pedal Allow more stopping distance and drive slower than usual Consider using one of the lower gears TRACTION LOK AXLE IF EQUIPPED This axle provides added traction on slippery surfaces particularly when one wheel is on a poor traction surface Under normal conditions the Traction Lok axle functions like a standard rear axle Extended ...

Page 164: ...iler The GCWR indicates the maximum loaded weight that the vehicle is designed to tow Maximum Trailer Weight Rating Maximum weight of a trailer the vehicle is permitted to tow The maximum trailer weight rating is determined by subtracting the vehicle curb weight for each engine transmission combination any required option weight for trailer towing and the weight of the driver from the GCWR for the...

Page 165: ...he weight of passengers cargo and equipment being carried is within the weight limitations that have been established for your vehicle including both gross vehicle weight and Front and rear gross axle weight rating limits Under no circumstance should these limitations be exceeded Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result in serious damage to the vehicle and or personal injury Spe...

Page 166: ...e s air intake and severely damage your engine If driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable proceed very slowly Never drive through water that is higher than the bottom of the hubs for trucks or the bottom of the wheel rims for cars Once through the water always try the brakes Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes Drying can be improved by moving your vehicle ...

Page 167: ...ifications Do not exceed the maximum loads listed on the Safety Compliance Certification label For load specification terms found on the label refer to Vehicle loading in this chapter Remember to figure in the tongue load of your loaded vehicle when figuring the total weight Trailer towing table 4x2 automatic transmission GCWR Gross Combined Weight Rating Trailer Weights Engine Rear axle ratio Max...

Page 168: ...Towing a trailer over 1 588 kg 3 500 lbs requires a weight distributing hitch Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the certification label Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of the vehicle and could result in engine damage transmission damage structural damage loss of control and personal injury Preparing to tow Use the proper equipment...

Page 169: ...llision greatly increase The braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for operation at the GVWR not GCWR Trailer lamps Trailer lamps are required on most towed vehicles Make sure your trailer lamps conform to local and Federal regulations See your dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for hooking up trailer lamps Never connect any trailer lighting to the vehicle s...

Page 170: ...tice turning stopping and backing up in an area before starting on a trip to get the feel of the vehicle trailer combination When turning make wider turns so the trailer wheels will clear curbs and other obstacles Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached The trailer tongue weight should be 10 of the loaded trailer weight After you have traveled 80 km 50 miles thoroughly check your ...

Page 171: ...om the water Recreational towing all wheels on the ground Do not tow your vehicle with all wheels on the ground as vehicle damage may occur LUGGAGE RACK Maximum load is 75 kg 165 lbs evenly distributed If it is not possible to distribute the load position it as far rearward as possible Adjustable tie down loops not equipped must be used to secure the load To adjust cross bar position 1 Slide the l...

Page 172: ...ng stuck in the mud or snow are covered some exclusions apply such as impound towing or repossession Using roadside assistance Complete the roadside assistance identification card and place it in your wallet for quick reference In the United States this card is found in the Owner Guide portfolio in the glove compartment in Ford vehicles and is mailed to you if you own a Mercury or Lincoln In Canad...

Page 173: ... operated when the ignition is off The hazard lights control is located on top of the steering column Depress hazard lights control to activate all hazard flashers simultaneously Depress control again to turn the flashers off RESETTING THE FUEL PUMP SHUT OFF SWITCH The fuel pump shut off switch is a device intended to stop the electric fuel pump when your vehicle has been involved in a substantial...

Page 174: ...h 1 Turn the ignition to the OFF position 2 Check the fuel system for leaks 3 If no fuel leak is apparent reset the fuel pump shut off switch by pushing in on the reset button 4 Turn the ignition to the ON position Pause for a few seconds and return the key to the OFF position 5 Make a further check for leaks in the fuel system Roadside emergencies 173 ...

Page 175: ...with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse Rating Mini Fuses Standard Fuses Maxi Fuses Cartridge Maxi Fuses Fuse Link Cartridge 2A Grey Grey 3A Violet Violet 4A Pink Pink 5A Tan Tan 7 5A Brown Brown 10A Red Red 15A Blue Blue 20A Yellow Yellow Yellow Blue Blue 25A Natural Natural 30A Green Green Green Pink Pin...

Page 176: ...strument panel facing the driver s side door Pull the panel cover outward to access the fuses To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel cover 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 29 30 35 36 31 32 33 34 27 28 Roadside emergencies 175 ...

Page 177: ...peed Control Amplifier Assembly Generic Electronic Module GEM Shift Lock Actuator Blend Door Actuator A C Heater Assembly Flasher Overhead Console Load Leveling Module 11 7 5A Instrument Cluster 12 7 5A Washer Pump Relay Rear Washer Pump Relay 13 20A Brake Pedal Position Switch Brake Pressure Switch 14 10A 4 Wheel Anti Lock Brake System 4WABS Module 4WABS Main Relay 15 7 5A Instrument Cluster 16 3...

Page 178: ... Relay Electronic Shift Relay Interior Lamp Relay Electronic Shift Control Module 27 15A DRL Backup Lamps Switch DTR Sensor 28 7 5A Generic Electronic Module GEM Radio Memory Seat 29 25A Radio 30 15A Park Lamp Trailer Tow Relay 31 Not Used 32 10A Heated Mirror 33 15A Headlamps Daytime Running Lamps DRL Module Instrument Cluster 34 7 5A Rear Integrated Control Panel CD 35 7 5A Rear Blower Motor Wit...

Page 179: ...e s main electrical systems from overloads Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses Always replace the cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected refer to the Battery section of the Maintenance and care chapter Roadside emergencies 178 ...

Page 180: ...30A Power Windows Power Moon Roof Power Seat 5 50A Ignition Switch Starter Relay 6 20A Transfer Case Relay 7 Not Used 8 20A Air Suspension 9 40A Air Suspension 10 30A PCM Power Relay 1 10A A C Relay 2 30A Heated Seats 3 30A Heated Backlight 4 15A Fog Lamps and Daytime Running Lamps 5 Not Used 5 4 3 2 1 10 9 8 7 6 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 14 15 13 2 1 1 9 6 10 8 7 5 4 1 2 3 175 MEGAFUSE Roadside ...

Page 181: ...osition CMP Sensor Canister Vent Solenoid 14 30A Generator Voltage Regulator 15 Not Used 1 Wiper Park Relay 2 A C Relay 3 Wiper High Low Relay 4 PCM Power Relay 5 Fuel Pump Relay 6 Starter Relay 7 Horn Relay 8 Rear Wiper Down Relay 9 Blower Motor Relay 10 Rear Wiper Up Relay 1 Not Used 1 DRL Diode 2 Electronic Engine Controls Diode Mini Fuses Maxi Fuses CHANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat tire wh...

Page 182: ...to control Location of the spare tire and tools The spare tire and tools for your vehicle are stowed in the following locations Tool Location Spare tire Under the vehicle just in front of the rear bumper Jack lug nut wrench Left rear quarter panel behind interior trim Jack handle Lower rear seat base Removing the spare tire 1 Insert the jack handle into the rear bumper opening The handle will stop...

Page 183: ...e from moving when you change a tire be sure the parking brake is set then block in both directions the wheel that is diagonally opposite 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 On vehicles equipped with Air Suspension turn OFF the Air Suspension switch prior to jacking hoisting or towing your vehi...

Page 184: ...the tip of the lug wrench to remove any wheel trim 5 Loosen each wheel lug nut but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground 6 Turn OFF the air suspension switch if equipped Refer to Air suspension system in the Driving chapter 7 Position the jack according to the following guides and turn the jack handle clockwise until the tire is a maximum of 25 mm 1 inch off the ground Roadsi...

Page 185: ... only meant for changing the tire Never use the front or rear differential as a jacking point 8 Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench 9 Replace the flat tire with the spare tire making sure the valve stem is facing outward Reinstall the lug nuts cone side in until the wheel is snug against the hub Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel has been lowered Roadside emergencies 184 ...

Page 186: ...uipped 14 Unblock the wheels JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames sparks or lit cigarettes An explosion could result in injury or vehicle damage Do not push start your vehicle You could damage the catalytic converter Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin eyes and clothing if contacted Do not attempt to push start your vehicle Automa...

Page 187: ... clear of the engine cooling fan and other moving parts 4 Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion before you attach the battery cables Ensure that vent caps are tight and level 5 Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect any electrical surges Turn all other accessories off Connecting the jumper cables 1 Connect the positive booster cable to the positive terminal of ...

Page 188: ...negative cable to an exposed metal part of the stalled vehicle s engine away from the battery and the carburetor fuel injection system Do not use fuel lines engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as grounding points Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative terminal of the battery to be jumped A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery Roadside emer...

Page 189: ...re clear of fan blades belts moving parts of both engines or any fuel delivery system parts Jump starting 1 Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine at moderately increased speed 2 Start the engine of the disabled vehicle Roadside emergencies 188 ...

Page 190: ...itional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were connected 1 Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface Engines except 4 0L SOHC 4 0L SOHC Roadside emergencies 189 ...

Page 191: ...itive terminal of the booster vehicle s battery 4 Remove the jumper cable from the positive terminal of the disabled vehicle s battery After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions Roadside emergencies 190 ...

Page 192: ...to the OFF position On 4x2 vehicles it is acceptable to tow the vehicle with the front wheels on the ground without dollies and the rear wheels off the ground On 4x4 vehicles it is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment with all the wheels off the ground If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly vehicle damage may occur Ford Motor Comp...

Page 193: ...When the engine is running make sure that loose clothing jewelry or long hair does not get caught up in moving parts Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed space unless you are sure you have enough ventilation Keep all lit cigarettes open flames and other lit material away from the battery and all fuel related parts If you disconnect the battery the engine must relearn its...

Page 194: ...HOOD 1 Inside the vehicle pull the hood release handle located under the steering column on the instrument panel 2 Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located in the center between the hood and the grill 3 Lift the hood until the lift cylinders hold it open Maintenance and care 193 ...

Page 195: ... fluid reservoir 2 Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 3 Engine oil filler cap 4 Engine oil dipstick 5 Brake fluid reservoir 6 Power distribution box 7 Battery 8 Power steering fluid reservoir 9 Air filter assembly 10 Engine coolant reservoir 10 1 3 4 2 5 6 9 7 8 Maintenance and care 194 ...

Page 196: ...7 Battery 8 Power steering fluid reservoir 9 Engine oil dipstick 10 Air filter assembly ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide 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 1 2 3 7 5 6 4 9 8 10 Maintenance and care 195 ...

Page 197: ... the gearshift is securely latched in P Park 4 Open the hood Protect yourself from engine heat 5 Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator dipstick 4 0L V6 engine 5 0L V8 engine MAX MIN MAX MIN Maintenance and care 196 ...

Page 198: ...s refer to Checking the engine oil in this chapter 2 If the engine oil level is not within the normal 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 MAX mark on the engine oil level indicator dipstick 4 Install the indic...

Page 199: ... could under certain conditions lead to engine damage which is not covered by your warranty Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule listed in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide Ford production and aftermarket Motorcraft oil filters are designed for added engine protection and long life If a replacement oil filter is used that does not meet Ford material and design spec...

Page 200: ... above this line 4 Use only a DOT 3 brake fluid certified to meet Ford specifications Refer to Lubricant specifications in the Capacities and specifications chapter Brake fluid is toxic If brake fluid contacts the eyes flush eyes with running water for 15 minutes Seek medical attention if irritation persists If taken internally drink water and induce vomiting Seek medical attention immediately If ...

Page 201: ...ifreeze agents should be used only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging the vehicle s paint finish wiper blades or washer system Do not put washer fluid in the engine coolant reservoir Washer fluid placed in the cooling system may harm engine and cooling system components Checking and adding washer fluid for the liftgate Washer fluid for the liftgate is supplied by the same res...

Page 202: ...ystem may result When the engine is cold check the level of the engine coolant in the reservoir The engine coolant should be at the cold fill level or within the cold fill range as listed on the engine coolant reservoir depending upon application Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for service interval schedules Be sure to read and understand Precautions when servicing your vehicle in this ch...

Page 203: ... vehicle Mixing of engine coolants may harm your engine s cooling system The use of an improper coolant may harm engine and cooling system components and may void the warranty of your vehicle s engine cooling system If you are unsure which type of coolant your vehicle requires contact your local dealer Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluid reservoir If engine coolant is sprayed ...

Page 204: ...ge to the engine s cooling system and possible severe personal injury If you must remove the radiator cap follow these steps to avoid personal injury 1 Before you remove the cap turn the engine off and let it cool 2 When the engine is cool wrap a thick cloth around the cap Slowly turn cap counterclockwise until pressure begins to release 3 Step back while the pressure releases 4 When you are sure ...

Page 205: ...adequate freeze protection at the temperatures in which you drive in the winter months If you drive in extremely hot climates it is still necessary to maintain the coolant concentration above 40 NEVER decrease the coolant concentration below 40 decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40 will decrease the corrosion protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage d...

Page 206: ...il it reaches normal operating temperature the engine coolant 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 5 The fluid level should be between the MIN and MAX lines Do not add fluid if the level is in this range DO NO...

Page 207: ...n 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 30 km 20 miles or until it reaches normal operating temperature 2 Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking brake 3 With the parking brake engaged and your foot on the brake pedal start the engine and move the gears...

Page 208: ...tely 30 km 20 miles of driving You can check the fluid without driving if the ambient temperature is above 10 C 50 F However if fluid is added at this time an overfill condition could result when the vehicle reaches normal operating temperature The transmission fluid should be in this range if at normal operating temperature 66 C 77 C 150 F 170 F The transmission fluid should be in this range if a...

Page 209: ...mally indicated on the dipstick and also in the Lubricant specifications section in the Capacities and specifications chapter Use of a non approved automatic transmission fluid may cause internal transmission component damage If necessary add fluid in 250 mL 1 2 pint increments through the filler tube until the level is correct If an overfill occurs excess fluid should be removed by a qualified te...

Page 210: ...Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications Refer to the Capacities and specifications chapter DRIVELINE UNIVERSAL JOINT AND SLIP YOKE Your vehicle may be equipped with universal joints that require lubrication Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for maintenance intervals If the original universal joints are replaced with universal joints equipped with grease fittings lubrication will also ...

Page 211: ...ls with distilled water If the battery needs water often have the charging system checked If your battery has a cover shield make sure it is reinstalled after the battery has been cleaned or replaced For longer trouble free operation keep the top of the battery clean and dry Also make certain the battery cables are always tightly fastened to the battery terminals If you see any corrosion on the ba...

Page 212: ...s installed the engine must relearn its idle and fuel trim strategy for optimum driveability and performance To begin this process 1 With the vehicle at a complete stop set the parking brake 2 Put the gearshift in P Park turn off all accessories and start the engine 3 Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature 4 Allow the engine to idle for at least one minute 5 Turn the A C on a...

Page 213: ...des using undiluted windshield wiper solution or a mild detergent Rinse thoroughly with clean water To avoid damaging the blades do not use fuel kerosene paint thinner or other solvents Changing the wiper blades To replace the wiper blades 1 Pull the wiper arm away from the windshield and lock into the service position 2 Turn the blade at an angle from the wiper arm Push the lock pin manually to r...

Page 214: ...e U S Department of Transportation requires Ford to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 1 1 2 times as well on the go...

Page 215: ...sent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure SERVICING YOUR TIRES Checking the tire pressure Use an accur...

Page 216: ...the tire treads When replacing full size tires never mix radial bias belted or bias type tires Use only the tire sizes that are listed on the Certification Label Make sure that all tires are the same size speed rating and load carrying capacity Use only the tire combinations recommended on the label If you do not follow these precautions your vehicle may not drive properly and safely Maintenance a...

Page 217: ... snow However in some climates you may need to use snow tires and chains If you need to use chains it is recommended that steel wheels of the same size and specifications be used as chains may chip aluminum wheels Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains Use only SAE Class S chains Install chains securely verifying that the chains do not touch any wiring brake lines or fuel lines D...

Page 218: ...use the fuel system to work improperly in a collision which may result in possible personal injury Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or death if misused or mishandled Gasoline may contain benzene which is a cancer causing agent Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel Extinguish all smoking materials and any open flames before fueling your vehicle Always turn off the ...

Page 219: ... gasoline vapors or skin contact could cause an adverse reaction In sensitive individuals serious personal injury or sickness may result If fuel is splashed on the skin promptly wash skin thoroughly with soap and water Consult a physician immediately if you experience an adverse reaction When refueling always shut the engine off and never allow sparks or open flames near the filler neck Never smok...

Page 220: ...your dealer or a qualified service technician to prevent any engine damage Fuel quality If you are experiencing starting rough idle or hesitation driveability problems during a cold start try a different brand of Regular unleaded gasoline Premium unleaded gasoline is not recommended particularly in the United States because it may cause these problems to become more pronounced If the problems pers...

Page 221: ...ller cap has an indexed design with a 1 8 turn on off feature When fueling your vehicle 1 Turn the engine off 2 Carefully turn the filler cap counterclockwise 1 8 of a turn until it stops 3 Pull to remove the cap from the fuel filler pipe 4 To install the cap align the tabs on the cap with the notches on the filler pipe 5 Turn the filler cap clockwise 1 8 of a turn until it stops If the Service En...

Page 222: ...suring techniques Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you the driver You must gather information as accurately and consistently as possible Fuel expense frequency of fillups or fuel gauge readings are NOT accurate as a measure of fuel economy We do not recommend taking fuel economy measurements during the first 1 600 km 1 000 miles of driving engine break in period You wil...

Page 223: ...te if your filling method is consistent Calculating fuel economy 1 Fill the fuel tank completely and record the initial odometer reading in kilometers or miles 2 Each time you fill the tank record the amount of fuel added in liters or gallons 3 After at least three to five tank fill ups fill the fuel tank and record the current odometer reading 4 Subtract your initial odometer reading from the cur...

Page 224: ...ce fuel economy Using the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy You may want to turn off the speed control in hilly terrain if unnecessary shifting between third and fourth gear occurs Unnecessary shifting of this type could result in reduced fuel economy Warming up a vehicle on cold mornings is not required and may reduce fuel economy Resting your foot on the brake pedal while driv...

Page 225: ...less fuel efficient than two wheel drive operation Close windows for high speed driving EPA window sticker Every new vehicle should have the EPA window sticker Contact your dealer if the window sticker is not supplied with your vehicle The EPA window sticker should be your guide for the fuel economy comparisons with other vehicles It is important to note the box in the lower left corner of the win...

Page 226: ...t the emission control system is not working properly Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmful and potentially lethal fumes into the passenger compartment Do not make any unauthorized changes to your vehicle or engine By law vehicle owners and anyone who manufactures repairs services sells leases trades vehicles or supervises a fleet of vehicles are not permitted to intentionally remove an emi...

Page 227: ...o sit for at least eight hours without starting the engine Then start the engine and complete the above driving cycle The engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature Once started do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete BULBS Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of the following lamps frequently Headlamps Foglamps High mount brakelamp Brakelamps Turn...

Page 228: ... rear to free it from the bulb socket and slide the ring off the plastic base Keep the ring to retain the new bulb 4 Remove the old bulb from the lamp assembly by gently pulling it straight back out of the lamp assembly To install the new bulb Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of children s reach Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch the glass The oil from yo...

Page 229: ... assembly 2 Install the bulb retaining ring over the plastic base until it contacts the rear of the socket by rotating clockwise until you feel a stop 3 Install the electrical connector into the rear of the plastic base until it snaps locking it into position 4 Turn the headlamps on and make sure they work properly If the headlamp was correctly aligned before you changed the bulb you should not ne...

Page 230: ...her bulb 1 Open the liftgate to expose the lamp assemblies 2 Remove the two screws from the lamp assembly 3 Carefully remove the lamp assembly by pulling it rearward 4 Twist the bulb socket 1 4 turn counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly 5 Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb 6 To complete installation follow the removal procedure in reverse order Replacing fog...

Page 231: ...are specified in the chart below Headlamp bulbs must be marked with an authorized D O T for North America and an E for Europe to assure lamp performance light brightness and pattern and safe visibility The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly or void the lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn time Function Number of bulbs Trade number Park turn lamps front 2 3157 NAK ...

Page 232: ...ys use a clean sponge washing glove or similar device and plenty of water for best results To avoid spots avoid washing when the hood is still warm immediately after or during exposure to strong sunlight During winter months it is especially important to wash the vehicle on a regular basis Large quantities of dirt and road salt are difficult to remove and also cause damage to the vehicle Any gasol...

Page 233: ...d with the Ultra Touch Prep and Finishing Kit F7AZ 19K507 BA Lacquer Touch up Paint ALBZ 19500 XXXXA or Exterior Acrylic Spray Lacquer ALAZ 19500 XXXXA from the Ford Car Care Chemicals line Please note that the part numbers shown as XXXX above will vary with your vehicle s specific coloring Observe the application instructions on the products Remove particles such as bird droppings tree sap insect...

Page 234: ...r vehicle Do not use acid based or alcohol based wheel cleaners steel wool fuel or strong detergents Never use abrasives that will damage the finish of special wheel surfaces Use a tar remover to remove grease and tar The brushes used in some automatic car washes may damage the finish on your wheels Before going to a car wash find out if the brushes are abrasive Maintenance and care 233 ...

Page 235: ...o avoid damaging the blades do not use fuel kerosene paint thinner or other solvents If the wiper still does not wipe properly this could be caused by substances on the windshield or rear window such as tree sap and some hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes Clean the outside of the windshield or rear window with a non abrasive cleaner such as Ford Ultra Clear Spray Glass Cleaner E4AZ 1...

Page 236: ...d or glass cleaners as these may damage the lens Cleaning the overhead console Clean with a damp cloth then wipe dry with a dry cloth Avoid cleaner or polish that increases the gloss of the console The dull finish in this area helps protect the driver from undesirable windshield reflection Cleaning the interior fabric Remove dust and loose dirt with a whisk broom or a vacuum cleaner Remove fresh s...

Page 237: ... beauty Follow the instructions on the cleaner label Regular cleaning of your leather upholstery helps maintain its resiliency and color Do not use household cleaning products alcohol solutions solvents or cleaners intended for rubber vinyl or plastics Woodtone trim Wipe stains with a soft cloth and a multi purpose cleaning solution Inside windows Use Ultra Clear Spray Glass Cleaner E4AZ 19C507 AA...

Page 238: ... it must be reinstalled in the same cylinder If a spark plug needs to be replaced use only spark plugs with the service number suffix letter as shown on the engine decal REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Ford Part Name Application Capacity Brake fluid High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid All Fill to the MAX line on reservoir Engine oil including filter change Motorcraft SAE 5W 30 Super Premium M...

Page 239: ...uarts Engine coolant 3 Premium Engine Coolant 4 0L SOHC V6 engine 13 2L 14 0 quarts 5 0L V8 engine 14 9L 15 7 quarts Front axle lubricant Motorcraft SAE 80W 90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant 4x4 vehicles 1 7L 1 8 quarts Rear axle lubricant 4 Motorcraft SAE 80W 90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant Refer to Footnote 5 2 9 3 1L 5 5 5 8 pints Motorcraft SAE 75W 140 High Performance Synthetic Rear Axle Lubrican...

Page 240: ...o Adding engine coolant in the Maintenance and Care chapter 4 Fill to 6 mm to 14 mm 1 4 inch to 9 16 inch below bottom of fill hole 5 Vehicles equipped with a 4 0L SOHC V6 engine may be equipped with a conventional rear axle Refer to your Scheduled Maintenance Guide for axle fluid change intervals 6 Vehicles equipped with 4 0L SOHC V6 engine and 3 73 1 or 4 10 1 rear axle ratios or with a 5 0L V8 ...

Page 241: ...G209 AA ESB M1C93 B or ESR M1C159 A Driveshaft slip spline universal joints Premium Long Life Grease XG 1 C or XG 1 T or XG 1 K ESA M1C75 B Engine coolant 1 Ford Premium Engine Coolant E2FZ 19549 AA in Canada Motorcraft CXC 8 B ESE M97B44 A Engine oil Motorcraft SAE 5W 30 Super Premium Motor Oil XO 5W30 QSP WSS M2C153 G with API Certification Mark Automatic transmission 2 Motorcraft MERCONtV ATF X...

Page 242: ...ndicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick handle MERCONt and MERCONt V are not interchangeable DO NOT mix MERCONt and MERCONt V Refer to your Scheduled Maintenance Guide to determine the correct service interval 3 4 0L vehicles with conventional rear axles are filled with Motorcraft SAE 80W 90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant part number XY 80W90 QL Ford specification WSP M2C197 A 4 0L vehicles with ...

Page 243: ... 1 4 mm 0 052 0 056 inch 1 3 1 4 mm 0 052 0 056 inch Ignition system EDIS EDIS Compression ratio 9 7 1 9 15 1 VEHICLE DIMENSIONS Vehicle dimensions mm in 1 Overall length 4 836 190 4 2 Overall width 1 783 70 2 3 Maximum height 1 806 71 1 4 Wheelbase 2 835 111 6 5 Track Front 1 486 58 5 5 Track Rear 1 487 58 5 P255 tire with roof rack Capacities and specifications 242 ...

Page 244: ...4 1 3 5 2 Capacities and specifications 243 ...

Page 245: ...the vehicle identification number is stamped on the engine block transmission frame and transfer case if equipped MFD BY FORD MOTOR CO IN U S A EXT PNT XXXXXX XXXXXX RC XX DSO XXXX F0000 BAR INT TR TP PS R AXLE TR SPR T0000 X XX XXX X XX X XXXX UTC FOHT 15294A10 GA MAXIMUM LOAD OCCUPANTS LUGGAGE XXXKG XXXXLB OCCUPANTS X TOTAL X FR X 2ND X RR OCCUPANTS LUGGAGE XX XXXKG XXXXLB TIRE XXXX XXXXX XXX X ...

Page 246: ... Mind protection throughout the United States and Canada provided by a network of more than 5 000 participating Ford or Lincoln Mercury and Ford of Canada dealers If you did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at the time of purchasing your vehicle you may still be eligible Please contact your dealer for further information Since this information is subject to change please ask yo...

Page 247: ...s and accessories providing you with equipment reliability Away from home If you own a Ford or Mercury vehicle and are away from home when your vehicle needs service or if you need more help than the dealership could provide after following the steps described above contact the Ford Customer Assistance Center to find an authorized dealership to help you In the United States Ford Motor Company Cust...

Page 248: ...contacting a Customer Assistance Center Your telephone number home and business The name of the dealer and the city where the dealership is located The year and make of your vehicle The date of vehicle purchase The current odometer reading The vehicle identification number VIN If you still have a complaint involving a warranty dispute you may wish to contact the Dispute Settlement Board U S or the...

Page 249: ...incoln Mercury cars and Ford and Lincoln Mercury light trucks which are within the terms of any applicable written new vehicle warranty are eligible for review except those involving a non Ford product a non Ford dealership sales disputes between customer and dealer except those associated with warranty repairs or concerns with the vehicle s performance as designed a request for reimbursement of c...

Page 250: ...ss provided on the application form Some states will require you to use certified mail with return receipt requested Your application is reviewed and if it is determined to be eligible you will receive an acknowledgment indicating the file number assigned to your application the toll free phone number of the DSB s independent administrator Your dealership and a Ford Motor Company representative wi...

Page 251: ...h complaint including oral presentations and arrive at a fair and impartial decision Board review may be terminated at any time by either party Every effort is made to decide the case within 40 days of the date that all requested information is received by the Board Since the Board generally meets once a month it may take longer for the Board to consider some cases After a case is reviewed the Boa...

Page 252: ... the need for lengthy and expensive legal proceedings In the CAMVAP program impartial third party arbitrators conduct hearings at mutually convenient times and places in an informal environment These impartial arbitrators review the positions of the parties make decisions and when appropriate render awards to resolve disputes CAMVAP decisions are fast fair and final the arbitrator s award is bindi...

Page 253: ...contact the nearest Ford dealership If the dealership employees cannot help you they can direct you to the nearest Ford affiliate office If you buy your vehicle in North America and then relocate outside of the U S or Canada register your vehicle identification number VIN and new address with Ford Motor Company Worldwide Direct Market Operations FORD CAR CARE PRODUCTS FOR YOUR VEHICLE Ford has man...

Page 254: ...coln Mercury or Ford of Canada dealer These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs they are custom designed to complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle In addition each accessory is made from high quality materials and meets or exceeds Ford s rigid engineering and safety specifications Ford accessories are warranted for up to 1...

Page 255: ...omic with compass with and without temperature display Removable luggage rack Removable luggage rack adapters Raised cross bars for luggage rack rails Soft luggage cover Trailer hitch Class III Trailer hitch bars and balls Trailer hitch mounted bike carrier Trailer hitch wiring adaptor Trailer hitch wiring harness Protection and appearance equipment Air bag anti theft locks Car truck covers Cargo ...

Page 256: ... 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 not properl...

Page 257: ...or a free publication catalog order toll free 1 800 782 4356 Monday Friday 8 00 a m 6 00 p m EST for credit card holders only Obtaining a French owner s guide French Owner s Guides can be obtained from your dealer or by writing to Ford Motor Company of Canada Limited Service Publications P O Box 1580 Station B Mississauga Ontario L4Y 4G3 Customer assistance 256 ...

Page 258: ...f it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or Ford Motor Company To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 202 366 0123 in the Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation 400 Sevent...

Page 259: ...ations 240 242 refill capacities 237 traction lok 162 Battery 210 acid treating emergencies 210 charging system warning light 11 jumping a disabled battery 185 maintenance free 210 replacement specifications 237 servicing 210 voltage gauge 16 Belt minder 122 Brakes 144 anti lock 144 145 anti lock brake system ABS warning light 10 145 brake warning light 10 fluid checking and adding 199 fluid refil...

Page 260: ...g the Mediation Arbitration Program 251 Daytime running lamps see Lamps 21 Defrost rear window 33 Dipstick automatic transmission fluid 206 engine oil 195 Doors door ajar warning 12 lubricant specifications 240 Driveline universal joint and slip yoke 209 Driving under special conditions 158 161 mud 157 158 160 161 sand 158 160 snow and ice 157 159 160 162 through water 158 161 165 Emergencies road...

Page 261: ...voltage gauge 16 engine coolant temperature gauge 14 engine oil pressure gauge 16 fuel gauge 16 odometer 15 speedometer 14 tachometer 15 trip odometer 15 GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating 162 calculating 165 definition 162 driving with a heavy load 162 location 162 GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 162 calculating 162 165 definition 162 driving with a heavy load 162 location 162 Hazard flashers 172 Hea...

Page 262: ...2 fuel reset 9 high beam 11 overdrive off 12 safety belt 10 speed control 80 turn signal indicator 10 Load limits 162 GAWR 162 GVWR 162 trailer towing 162 Loading instructions 164 Locks autolock 107 childproof 96 doors 95 Lubricant specifications 240 242 Lumbar support seats 115 Message center 17 english metric button 17 reset button 18 system check button 19 Mirrors automatic dimming rearview mir...

Page 263: ...specifications 237 242 Special notice 3 ambulance conversions 3 utility type vehicles 3 Specification chart lubricants 240 242 Speed control 77 Speedometer 14 Starting your vehicle 140 142 jump starting 185 Steering wheel controls 82 tilting 81 Tachometer 15 Tilt steering wheel 81 Tires 180 213 214 changing 180 181 182 checking the pressure 214 replacing 215 rotating 214 snow tires and chains 216 ...

Page 264: ...ar wiper washer 82 Windshield washer fluid and wipers 82 checking and adding fluid 200 checking and cleaning 212 liftgate reservoir 200 operation 81 replacing wiper blades 212 Wrecker towing 191 Index 263 ...

Page 265: ... engine 2 9 5L 10 0 quarts Use Motorcraft MERCONt V ATF 3 Automatic transmission fluid capacity 4x4 vehicles with 5R55E and 4 0L SOHC V6 engine 2 9 8L 10 3 quarts Use Motorcraft MERCONt V ATF 3 1 Use Ford Premium Engine Coolant green in color DO NOT USE Ford Extended Life Engine Coolant orange in color Refer to Adding engine coolant in the Maintenance and Care chapter 2 Ensure the correct automati...

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