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REFILL CAPACITIES

Fluid

Ford Part
Name

Application

Capacity

Brake fluid

High
Performance
DOT 3 Motor
Vehicle Brake
Fluid

All

Fill to line on
reservoir

Engine
coolant

Premium
Engine Coolant

3.0L V6 Vulcan
engine

11.0L
(11.6 quarts)

3.0L DOHC V6
Duratec engine

10.0L
(10.6 quarts)

Engine oil
(includes filter
change)

Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Super
Premium
Motor Oil

3.0 V6 Vulcan
engine

4.25L (4.5 quarts)

3.0L DOHC V6
Duratec engine

5.2L (5.5 quarts)

Fuel tank
capacity

N/A

All vehicles

68.1L
(18.0 gallons)

Power steering
fluid

Motorcraft
MERCON

ATF

3.0L V6 Vulcan
engine

Keep in FULL
range on dipstick

3.0L DOHC V6
Duratec engine

Fill to line on
reservoir

Automatic
transaxle -
4F50N

Motorcraft
MERCON

ATF

3.0L V6 Vulcan
engine

12.8L
(13.5 quarts)

3.0L DOHC V6
Duratec engine

12.7L
(13.4 quarts)

Automatic
transaxle -
AX4S

Motorcraft
MERCON

ATF

3.0L V6 Vulcan
engine

11.6L
(12.2 quarts)

Windshield
washer fluid -
Front

Ultra-Clear
Windshield
Washer
Concentrate

All

2.8L (94.7 oz.)

Capacities and specifications

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Summary of Contents for Sable 2001

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Page 2: ...10 Customer assistance 217 Reporting safety defects 230 Index 231 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: ... birth defects or other reproductive harm ICONS Indicates a safety alert Read the following section on Warnings Indicates vehicle information related to recycling and other environmental 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 safet...

Page 4: ...S GUIDE The information found in this guide was in effect at the time of printing Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation EMISSION WARRANTY The New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper to Bumper Coverage Safety Restraint Coverage Corrosion Coverage and 7 3L Power Stroke Diesel Engine Coverage In addition your vehicle is eligible for Emissions Defect and Emi...

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

Page 7: ...immer control pg 18 Instrument cluster pg 8 Driver air bag pg 96 Turn signal and wiper washer control pg 50 Parking brake release pg 120 Rear window wiper and washer wagon only pg 51 Trunk release sedan only pg 60 if equipped Instrumentation 6 ...

Page 8: ...Electronic sound system pg 29 Gearshift pg 123 Climate control system pg 19 Speed control pg 47 Instrumentation 7 ...

Page 9: ...equipped For more information refer to the Driver controls chapter Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to ON It also illuminates when the Traction Controly system begins applying and releasing the brakes and adjusting the engine characteristics to limit a wheelspin condition It will be lit for the duration of the Traction Controly event For more information refer to the Driving cha...

Page 10: ...ivate the Service Engine Soon Check Engine warning light When the fuel filler cap is properly re installed the light s will turn off after a period of normal driving This period will vary depending on driving conditions It may take a long period of time for the system to detect an improperly installed fuel filler cap For more information refer to Fuel filler cap in the Maintenance and care chapter...

Page 11: ...y malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank with high quality fuel of the recommended octane and or properly installing and securely tightening the gas cap After three driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions present the light should turn off A driving cycle consists of a cold engine startup followed by mixed city highway driving No additional vehicle service i...

Page 12: ...ignition is first turned on but then should turn off If the lamp stays on you should check the coolant level inside the reservoir For instructions on adding coolant see Engine coolant in the Maintenance and care chapter Anti theft system if equipped Refer to Perimeter alarm system if equipped and SecuriLocky passive anti theft system in the Controls and features chapter Anti lock brake system ABS ...

Page 13: ... the circuit is functional Also illuminates if the parking brake is engaged If the brake warning lamp does not illuminate at these times or remains on after releasing the parking brake seek service immediately One of the following conditions may exist low brake fluid level in the reservoir Brake force distribution system failure The ABS light will also illuminate if this condition is present Engin...

Page 14: ...chime refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter Belt minder chime Sounds intermittently to remind you to fasten your safety belts For information on the safety belt minder 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 warnin...

Page 15: ...pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine P BRAKE CRUISE RPMx1000 ABS 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 20 40 60 80 100 120 20 60 140 180 P R N D D 1 MPH km h 0 00 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 E F C H FUEL DOOR THEFT LOW COOLANT CRUISE 20 40 60 80 100 120 20 60 140 100 180 P R N D D 1 MPH km h 0 00 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 RPMx1000 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Instrumentation 14 ...

Page 16: ...nd care chapter Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant not the coolant level If the coolant is not at its proper level the gauge indication will not be accurate Odometer Registers the total kilometers miles of the vehicle Trip odometer Registers the kilometers miles of individual journeys To reset depress...

Page 17: ...n or after refueling The ignition should be in the OFF position while the vehicle is being refueled When the gauge first indicates empty there is a small amount of reserve fuel in the tank When refueling the vehicle from an empty indication the amount of fuel that can be added will be less than the advertised capacity due to the reserve fuel E F Instrumentation 16 ...

Page 18: ...ntrol 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 during these conditions Failure to activate your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision High beams Push forward to activate Pull toward y...

Page 19: ...dim Rotate to full up position past detent to turn on interior lamps Rotate to full down position past detent to turn off interior lamps The dome lamp will not illuminate if the control switch is in the OFF position AUTOLAMP CONTROL IF EQUIPPED The autolamp system provides light sensitive automatic on off control of the exterior lights normally controlled by the headlamp control The autolamp syste...

Page 20: ... off automatically after 10 minutes or when the ignition is turned to the OFF position To manually turn off the defroster before 10 minutes have passed push the control again Activating the rear window defroster will also activate the heated mirrors if equipped For more information refer to Heated Outside Mirrors in this section CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM Manual heating and air conditioning system if ...

Page 21: ...es recirculated air to cool the vehicle MAX A C is noisier than A C but more economical and will cool the inside of the vehicle faster 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...

Page 22: ... ducts If the temperature is about 6 C 43 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 the windshield If the temperature is about 6 C 43 F or higher the air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to reduce fogging Operating tips In hum...

Page 23: ...e vehicle has been aired out operate the climate control system as desired Don t put objects under the front seat that will interfere with the airflow to the back seats Remove any snow ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield Do not place objects over the defroster outlets These objects can block airflow and reduce your ability to see through your windshield Avoid placi...

Page 24: ...or the fan speed control Turning the EATC on Press AUTO any of the override controls or the fan speed control The EATC will only operate when the vehicle is running Turning the EATC off Press OFF The Outside Temperature function will continue to operate until the ignition is turned off F R AUTO TEMP OFF TEMP MAX A C OUTSIDE F R AUTO TEMP OFF TEMP MAX A C OUTSIDE AUTO TEMP OFF MAX A C TEMP OUTSIDE ...

Page 25: ...se and the airflow location will change to the floor area If unusual conditions exist i e window fogging etc the manual override controls allow you to select airflow locations and the fan control allows you to adjust fan speed as necessary Temperature selection The display window indicates the selected temperature function AUTO or one of the override controls and manual control of fan speed if aut...

Page 26: ... to switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius Fan speed When AUTO is pressed fan speed is adjusted automatically for existing conditions You can override fan speed at any time To control fan speed manually press the fan control to cancel automatic fan speed operation Press the control up for higher fan speed or down for lower fan speed The display will show and a bar graph to indicate manual fan opera...

Page 27: ...butes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts It can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield If the outside air temperature is about 6 C 43 F or higher the air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to reduce fogging R Rear Window Defroster Refer to Rear Window Defroster Floor and defrost Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts and the floor duc...

Page 28: ...n the selected temperature To exit press AUTOMATIC or any other override controls MAX A C is noisier than normal A C but more economical and will cool the inside of the vehicle faster Airflow is from the instrument panel registers This mode can also be used to prevent undesirable odors from entering the vehicle OFF Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate For short periods of time only...

Page 29: ... Under snowy or dirty weather conditions your vehicle s climate control system should be left in the OFF position when the vehicle is parked This allows the climate control system to be free from contamination of outside pollutants If your vehicle has been parked with the windows closed during warm weather conditions the air conditioner will perform more efficiently in cooling the vehicle if drive...

Page 30: ...ion or sudden stop AUXILIARY POWER POINT Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty The auxiliary power point is located on the instrument panel Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter Use the power point USING Y...

Page 31: ...itching off the ignition AM FM select The AM FM select control works in radio tape and CD modes if equipped Press the AM or FM control to enter into radio mode 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 Pressing the AM or FM controls when the ignition is turned on will also engage th...

Page 32: ...evious disc in the CD changer Play will begin on the first track of the disc unless the CD changer is in shuffle mode Refer to Shuffle feature for more information Hold the control to continue reversing through the disc Press to select the next disc in the CD changer Hold the control to fast forward through the remaining discs Seek function The seek function control works in radio tape or CD mode ...

Page 33: ...l 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 selections on the CD The CD scans in a forward direction wrapping back to the first track at the ...

Page 34: ...st Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted between the right and left speakers Speaker sound can be adjusted between the front and rear speakers Inserting a tape Push only slightly when inserting a cassette tape with the open edge to the right A cassette deck loading mechanism pulls the tape in the rest of the way You can switch from CD to tape play by inserting a tape into the cassette deck Ta...

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

Page 36: ...te compression adjust Shuffle feature The shuffle feature operates in CD mode and plays all tracks on the current disc in random order If equipped with the CD changer the shuffle feature continues to the next disc after all tracks 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 To set the hour p...

Page 37: ...r lower volume If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off the volume will come back on at a nominal listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on If you wish to maintain your preset volume level turn the audio system off with the power control before switching off the ignition Controls and features 36 ...

Page 38: ...de 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 listenable station is located there Hold for quick movement Tune adjust for CD mode Press the to select the previous disc in the CD changer Play w...

Page 39: ... of the current disc will automatically replay Scan function The scan function works in radio or CD mode Scan function in radio mode Press the SCAN control to hear a brief sampling of all listenable stations on the frequency band Press the control again to stop the scan mode Scan function in CD mode Press the SCAN control to hear a short sampling of all selections on the CD The CD scans in a forwa...

Page 40: ...rol allows you to increase or decrease the audio system s bass output The treble adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system s treble output Bass treble adjust The bass adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system s bass output The treble adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system s treble output Speaker balance fade adjust Speak...

Page 41: ...de and CD changer mode if available Do not insert any promotional odd shaped or sized discs or discs with removable labels into the CD player as jamming may occur Rewind The rewind control works in tape and CD modes In tape mode radio play will continue until rewind is stopped with the TAPE or REW control or the beginning of the tape is reached In CD mode pressing the REW control for less than thr...

Page 42: ...ll tracks on the current disc in random order If equipped with the CD changer the shuffle feature continues to the next disc after all tracks 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 To set the hour press and hold the hour H control When the desired hour appears release the control To set...

Page 43: ...onsole or the right side cargo area storage compartment 1 Slide the door to access the CD changer magazine 2 Press to eject the magazine 3 Turn the magazine A over 4 Using the disc holder release knob C pull the disc holder B out of the magazine A B C Controls and features 42 ...

Page 44: ...r until it locks securely into the magazine If the disc holders are not fully locked into the magazine the unit will not operate Ensure that the disc holder is evenly inserted and at the same level as the magazine A The unit will not operate if the disc holder is not inserted at the same level B Radio power must be turned on to play the CDs in the changer The magazine may be stored in the glove bo...

Page 45: ...player If your changer does not work it may be that A disc is already loaded where you want to insert a disc The disc is inserted with the label surface downward The disc is dusty or defective The player s internal temperature is above 60 C 140 F Allow the player to cool down before operating A disc with format and dimensions not within industry standards is inserted Cleaning compact discs Inspect...

Page 46: ...The Federal Communications Commission FCC and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission CRTC establish the frequencies AM and FM stations may use for their broadcasts Allowable frequencies are AM 530 540 1600 1610 kHz FM 87 7 87 9 107 7 107 9 MHz Not all frequencies are used in a given area Radio reception factors Three factors can affect radio reception Distance strength The further an...

Page 47: ...The accelerator and brake pedal should only be adjusted when the vehicle is stopped and the gearshift lever is in the P Park position Press and hold the rocker control located on the side of the driver s seat to adjust accelerator and brake pedal press the rear side of the control to adjust the pedals toward you press the front side of the control to adjust the pedals away from you The adjustment ...

Page 48: ...s operational Warning lights illuminated with engine off Key position when driving 5 START cranks the engine Release the key as soon as the engine starts SPEED CONTROL IF EQUIPPED To turn speed control on Press ON Vehicle speed cannot be controlled until the vehicle is traveling at or above 48 km h 30 mph Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding slippery or unpave...

Page 49: ...n the set speed while driving on a downhill you may want to shift to the next lower gear or apply the 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 will re engage it Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding slippery or unpaved T...

Page 50: ...en the desired speed is reached or Press and release CST to operate the Tap Down function Each press will decrease the set speed by 1 6 km h 1 mph or Depress the brake pedal When the desired vehicle speed is reached press SET To disengage speed control Depress the brake pedal Disengaging the speed control will not erase the previously programmed set speed Pressing OFF will erase the previously pro...

Page 51: ...wn to activate the left turn signal Push up to activate the right turn signal 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 and downward for slow intervals Push the control on the end of the stalk to acti...

Page 52: ...er control is located under the headlamp controls Press the wiper control to activate the rear wiper Press again to turn off the wiper Press the washer control to activate the rear washer The wiper will come on when the washer control is pressed if it is not already on HAZARD FLASHER For information on the hazard flasher control refer to Hazard flasher in the Roadside emergencies chapter Controls ...

Page 53: ...ad lamp map lamp For bulb replacement see a dealer or qualified technician Dome lamps and map lamps The front dome lamp is located overhead between the driver and passenger seats If the vehicle is equipped with a moon roof the dome lamp is located behind the moon roof The dome lamp will stay on if the control is moved to the passenger side position When the control is in the middle position the la...

Page 54: ... map lamp to activate the lamps If equipped with a moon roof the map lamps are located on the moon roof control panel Press the controls on either side of each map lamp to activate the lamps Rear dome lamp if equipped The dome lamp lights when any door is opened with the control in the middle position the instrument panel dimmer switch is held up until the courtesy lamps come on any of the remote ...

Page 55: ...e in your car With your cell phone plugged in the Phone Adapter System PAS in the center console incoming calls will ring through the audio system speakers The audio system does not have to be ON to place or receive a phone call The WIM will turn on your audio system when you place or receive a phone call With this system you will hear and control the volume of the person you are talking to throug...

Page 56: ...all the connector cover on the console To answer or end a call press and release the control button on the microphone mounted above the rear view mirror or use the phone itself refer to your phone s owner manual for more information The radio will display the word CALL when you are on the phone Check and obey the laws and regulations on the use of wireless telephones in the areas where you drive B...

Page 57: ...ess the top portion of the rocker switch to close Press the bottom portion of the rocker switch to open One touch down Press AUTO completely down to the second detent The driver s window will open fully Depress up to stop window operation AUTO AUTO AUTO Controls and features 56 ...

Page 58: ...position or until any door is opened POWER DOOR LOCKS IF EQUIPPED Press control to unlock or lock all doors CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS When these locks are set the rear doors cannot be opened from the inside The rear doors can be opened from the outside when the doors are unlocked The childproof locks are located on rear edge of each rear door and must be set separately for each door Setting the lock f...

Page 59: ...o the center position to disable adjust function Heated outside mirrors if equipped Both mirrors are heated automatically to remove ice mist and fog when the rear window defrost is activated Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or attempt to readjust the mirror glass if it is frozen in place These actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors Controls and features 58 ...

Page 60: ...nd a bench seat it has a center console in the center front seating position The center console has similar features as the full console To open the storage compartment raise the armrest and pull the strap on the seat up and toward the front of the vehicle The rear seat area is provided with dual cupholders POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT Position the floor mat so that the eyelet is over the pointed ...

Page 61: ...he power door locks or the remote entry key fob and push the key lock cylinder To open the liftgate unlock the liftgate and pull up on the handle under the license plate lamp shield To lock the liftgate and the liftgate window press the lock button down on the inside of the liftgate use the key the power door locks or the remote entry key fob The liftgate and liftgate window should be closed befor...

Page 62: ... cargo area Attach the net to the anchors provided Do not put more than 22 kg 50 lbs in the net This net is not designed to restrain objects during a collision Cargo cover if equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with a cargo area shade that covers the 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 ...

Page 63: ...ot securely installed Rewinding the shade With extended use the cargo shade may lose its spring tension If this occurs the shade must be manually rewound This is a two person operation 1 Remove the shade from the vehicle and extend it with the smooth grain facing you 2 Wrap the vinyl around the roller tube twice Tuck the edges of the vinyl inside the end cap with each wrap 3 Fold the edges of the ...

Page 64: ... to restrain objects during a collision REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED 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 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modifications n...

Page 65: ... doors liftgate Press this control to lock all doors and liftgate wagons To confirm all doors are closed and locked press the control a second time within three seconds The doors will lock again and the horn will chirp If any of the doors or liftgate are ajar the horn will make two quick chirps reminding you to properly close all doors Unlocking the liftgate trunk Press the control to unlock the l...

Page 66: ...for the illuminated entry system to operate The inside lights will not turn off if they have been turned on with the dimmer control or any door is open The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the OFF position Replacing lost transmitters If a remote transmitter has been lost and you would like to remove it from the vehicle s memory or you ...

Page 67: ...onds pass before pressing a remote transmitter button the programming 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 do...

Page 68: ...YSTEM IF EQUIPPED The perimeter anti theft system will help prevent your vehicle from unauthorized entry If there is any potential perimeter anti theft problem with your vehicle ensure ALL key fobs remote entry transmitters are brought to the dealership to aid in troubleshooting Arming the system When armed this system will help protect your vehicle from unauthorized entry When unauthorized entry ...

Page 69: ...for it to be armed When you press the lock control twice within three seconds on your remote entry transmitter the horn will chirp once to let you know that all doors hood and liftgate wagon are closed If the doors hood or liftgate wagon are not closed and you press the remote entry transmitter twice to confirm the doors are locked the horn will chirp twice to warn you that a door hood or liftgate...

Page 70: ...or liftgate or hood is opened without using the door key or the remote entry transmitter The trunk is forced opened KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED With the keyless entry keypad you can lock or unlock the vehicle doors and liftgate wagons without using the key open the trunk arm and disarm the perimeter alarm system if equipped See also Remote entry system and Perimeter alarm system in this chapt...

Page 71: ...hese types of codes Your personal code does not replace the permanent code that the dealership gave you You can use either code to unlock your vehicle If a second personal code is entered the module will erase the first personal code in favor of the new code To exit press 7 8 and 9 0 simultaneously or allow more than 5 seconds to elapse since a button press occured and the 5 digit keycode will be ...

Page 72: ...press the 3 4 control within five seconds of unlocking the driver s door 3 To unlock the trunk or liftgate wagon enter the five digit factory set code then press the 5 6 control within five seconds Locking the doors and liftgate wagon press the 7 8 and 9 0 controls at the same time This can be done at any time Autolock if equipped The autolock feature will lock all of the vehicle doors when all do...

Page 73: ...button again will toggle the Autolock Relock states Turn ignition to OFF to exit Deactivating activating horn chirp There are 2 methods to enable disable this feature One through your dealer and the second with a door lock sequence using the following instructions 1 Turn the ignition key to RUN then press the door UNLOCK control button 3 times 2 Turn the ignition key to OFF then press the door UNL...

Page 74: ...F position The THEFT light in the instrument cluster will flash every two seconds when the vehicle is armed Automatic disarming Switching the ignition to the 4 ON position with a coded key disarms the vehicle The THEFT light will illuminate for three seconds and then go out If the THEFT light stays on for an extended period of time or flashes rapidly have the system serviced by your dealership or ...

Page 75: ... key Check to make sure the coded key ignition key is an approved Ford coded key ignition key If your keys are lost or stolen you will need to do the following Use your spare key to start the vehicle or Have your vehicle towed to a dealership or locksmith The key codes will need to be erased from your vehicle and new key codes will need to be re coded Replacing coded keys can be very costly and yo...

Page 76: ...ithin ten seconds of removing the first coded key insert the second previously programmed coded key into the ignition and turn the ignition from 3 OFF to 4 ON maintain ignition in 4 ON for at least one second but no more than ten seconds 4 Turn the ignition to 3 OFF then 2 LOCK and remove the second coded key from the ignition 5 Within 20 seconds of removing the second coded key insert the new unp...

Page 77: ... the darkness of the luggage compartment following brief exposure to ambient light The T shaped handle will be located either on the luggage compartment door lid or inside the luggage compartment near the tail lamps Keep vehicle doors and luggage compartment locked and keep keys out of a child s reach Unsupervised children could lock themselves in an open trunk and risk injury Children should be t...

Page 78: ...int 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 ris...

Page 79: ...ndle 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 res...

Page 80: ...on 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 Using the manual lumbar support if equipped The lumbar control is located on the front of the seat cushion Turn to adjust lumbar support Seating and safety restraints 79 ...

Page 81: ...atch into place 3rd seat wagon only The third seat faces the rear of the vehicle For height and weight limits see the label on the seat cushion When the seat is down the back of your wagon has a flat surface for carrying cargo To open up the seat 1 Unlock the floor panel with the key then use the handle to fold the floor panel toward the front of the car 2 Remove the cargo cover The cargo cover mu...

Page 82: ...erent occupant conditions and crash severity before activating the appropriate safety devices to help better protect a range of occupants in a variety of frontal crash situations Your vehicle s Personal Safety System consists of Driver and passenger dual stage air bag supplemental restraints Refer to the Air bag supplemental restraints section in this chapter Front safety belts with pretensioners ...

Page 83: ...impacts A higher energy level is provided for the most severe impacts Whether or not the air bag deploys at all can also be different for the driver versus the passenger based upon driver s seat position and safety belt usage allowing further tailoring of the system Determining if the personal safety system is operational The Personal Safety System uses a warning indicator light in the instrument ...

Page 84: ...celeration The fact that the pretensioners or air bags did not activate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system Rather it means the Personal Safety System determined the occupant conditions or crash severity were not appropriate to activate these safety devices Safety belt precautions Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across...

Page 85: ...ic safety belt assembly 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 al...

Page 86: ...rce related injuries to the occupant Seat belt systems equipped with an energy management retractor must be replaced if they were in use during a frontal collision which resulted in deployment of the frontal air bags Refer to the Safety belt maintenance section in this chapter In the event of a collision resulting in the deployment of the front air bags the front safety belts must be replaced if t...

Page 87: ... suddenly or turns a corner sharply or the vehicle receives an impact of approximately 8 km h 5 mph or more the combination safety 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 availab...

Page 88: ...retract As the belt retracts you will hear a clicking sound This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode How to disengage the automatic locking mode Disconnect the combination lap shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive emergency locking mode Seating and safety restraints 87 ...

Page 89: ...d during certain frontal or near frontal collisions with sufficient longitudinal deceleration A safety belt pretensioner is a device which tightens the webbing of the lap and shoulder belts in such a way that they fit more snugly against the body The driver and front outboard passenger safety belt system including retractors buckles and height adjusters must be replaced if the vehicle is involved ...

Page 90: ...oulder belt height pull the control down and slide the height adjuster down To raise the height of the shoulder belt slide the height adjuster up Pull down on the height adjuster to make sure it is locked in place Position the shoulder belt height adjusters so that the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the sea...

Page 91: ...taining an adjust tongue at the rear facing seating positions When the adjust tongue of the lap shoulder combination seat belt is latched into the buckle the tongue will allow the lap portion to become shorter but locks the webbing in place to restrict it from becoming longer Before you reach and latch a combination lap and shoulder belt having an adjust tongue into the buckle you may have to leng...

Page 92: ... inside shoulder 3 Never use a single belt for more than one person Due to folding rear seats sometimes the buckles and tongues toward the center of the vehicle may be hidden by the rear edge of the seat cushion Pull them out so they will be accessible While you are fastened in the seat belt the shoulder belt adjusts to your movement However if you brake hard turn hard or your vehicle receives an ...

Page 93: ...ght illuminates 1 2 minutes and the warning chime sounds 4 8 seconds The driver s safety belt is buckled while the indicator light is illuminated and the warning chime is sounding The safety belt warning light and warning chime turn off The driver s safety belt is buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position The safety belt warning light and indicator chime remain off Belt minde...

Page 94: ...wing are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts All statistics based on U S data Reasons given Consider Crashes are rare events 36 700 crashes occur every day The more we drive the more we are exposed to rare events even for good drivers 1 in 4 of us will be seriously injured in a crash during our lifetime I m not going far 3 of 4 fatal crashes occur within 25 miles of home Belts ar...

Page 95: ...hime Sitting on the safety belt will increase the risk of injury in an accident To disable one time or deactivate the Belt Minder feature please follow the directions stated below One time disable Anytime the safety belt is buckled and then unbuckled during an ignition ON cycle Belt Minder will be disabled for that ignition cycle only The safety belt needs to be latched for a minimum of 3 seconds ...

Page 96: ...p 5 the safety belt warning light will be turned on for three seconds 6 Within seven seconds of the safety belt warning light turning off buckle then unbuckle the safety belt This will disable Belt Minder if it is currently enabled or enable Belt Minder if it is currently disabled 7 Confirmation of disabling Belt Minder is provided by flashing the safety belt warning light four times per second fo...

Page 97: ...ilure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety belt assembly under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision Refer to Cleaning and maintaining the safety belts in the Maintenance and care section AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information about the air bag ...

Page 98: ...bag modules which include the inflators and air bags side air bags if equipped Refer to Side air bag system later in this chapter one or more impact and safing sensors the same indicator light RCM restraints control module and diagnostic unit used for the Personal safety system The air bag supplemental restraints are an intergral part of the Personal Safety System They are designed to be deployed ...

Page 99: ...lf away from the airbag 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 area may cause those objects to be propelled by the air bag into your face and torso causing serious injury Do not at...

Page 100: ...es a warning indicator in the instrument cluster or a back up tone to indicate the condition of the system Refer to the Restraints Warning Indicator section in the Instrumentation chapter Routine maintenance of the air bag is not required A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following The readiness light same light for front and side air bag system will either flash or s...

Page 101: ...sions swelling or temporary hearing loss Because air bags must inflate rapidly and with considerable force there is the risk of death 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 ...

Page 102: ...f accessory seat covers may prevent the deployment of the side air bags and increase the risk of injury in an accident Do not lean your head on the door The side air bag could injure you as it deploys from the side of the seatback Do not attempt to service repair or modify the air bag Supplemental Restraint System its fuses or the seat cover on a seat containing an air bag See your Ford or Lincoln...

Page 103: ...ats In certain lateral collisions the air bag on the side affected by the collision will be inflated even if the respective seat is not occupied The air bag was designed to inflate between the door panel and occupant to further enhance the protection provided occupants in side impact collisions The air bag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains lateral deceleration sufficient to cau...

Page 104: ...n Air bags MUST BE disposed of by qualified personnel SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safety restraints for children Also see Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System SRS in this chapter for special instructions about using air bags Important child restraint precautions You are required by law to use safety restraints for children in the...

Page 105: ...not cross or rest in front of the child s face or neck the child should wear the lap and shoulder belt Moving the child closer to the center of the vehicle may help provide a good shoulder belt fit Do not leave children unreliable adults 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 pos...

Page 106: ...nformation presented in the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System section in this chapter Use the correct safety belt buckle for that seating position Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle until you hear a snap and feel it latch Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle Keep the buckle release button pointing up and away from the safety seat with the tongue between the child ...

Page 107: ...stall 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 Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat NEVER place a rear facing child seat in front of an active air bag If you must use a forward facing child seat in the front seat move the seat all the way back 1 Positio...

Page 108: ...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 107 ...

Page 109: ...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 110: ...orcibly tilt the child seat from side to side and in forward direction to make sure that the seat is held securely in place If the child seat moves excessively repeat steps 5 through 6 or properly install the child seat in a different position Attaching child safety seats with tether straps Most new forward facing child safety seats include a tether strap which goes over the back of the seat and h...

Page 111: ...erwise route the tether strap over the top of the seatback 3 Locate the correct anchor for the selected seating position 4 Open the tether anchor cover 5 Clip the tether strap to the anchor as shown If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly the child safety seat may not be retained properly in the event of a collision 6 Refer to the Installing child safety seats in combination lap and shoulder be...

Page 112: ... straps with the child safety seats refer to Attaching safety seats with tether straps in this chapter LATCH anchors for child seat installation have been provided in your vehicle at the following locations The anchors at the center of the rear seat are the same distance apart as the lower anchors for child seat installation at other seating positions A LATCH compatible child seat can also be used...

Page 113: ...igid LATCH attachments do not tighten the tether strap enough to lift the child seat off the seat when the child is seated in it Keep the tether strap just snug without raising the front of the child seat Keeping the child seat just touching the front of the vehicle seat gives the best protection in a severe crash Once you have installed the lower anchors for child seat installation safety seat as...

Page 114: ...partment 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 vehicle immediately Do not drive if you smel...

Page 115: ...key to 4 ON without turning the key to 5 START If there is difficulty in turning the key firmly rotate the steering wheel left and right 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 P R N D D 1 3 4 1 2 5 Starting 114 ...

Page 116: ...art within five seconds on the first try turn the key to OFF wait 10 seconds and try again 3 If the temperature is below 12 C 10 F and the engine does not start in 15 seconds on the first try turn the key OFF and wait 10 seconds and try again If the engine does not 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 start...

Page 117: ...s and colorless carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes Take precautions to avoid its dangerous effects If you ever smell exhaust fumes of any kind inside your vehicle have your dealer inspect and fix your vehicle immediately Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes These fumes are harmful and could kill you Have the exhaust and body ventilation systems checked whenever the vehicle is raised fo...

Page 118: ... is stopped in an open area for long periods of time open the windows at least 2 5 cm one inch Adjust the heating or air conditioning if equipped to bring in fresh air Improve vehicle ventilation by keeping all air inlet vents clear of snow leaves and other debris Starting 117 ...

Page 119: ...ystem 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 b...

Page 120: ...ed immediately Using ABS In an emergency or when maximum efficiency from the four wheel ABS is required apply continuous force on the brake The four wheel ABS will be activated immediately thus allowing you to retain full steering control of your vehicle and providing there is sufficient space will enable you to avoid obstacles and bring the vehicle to a controlled stop The Anti Lock system does n...

Page 121: ...he parking brake is released Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P Park The parking brake is not recommended to stop a moving vehicle However if the normal brakes fail the parking brake can be used to stop your vehicle in an emergency Since the parking brake applies only the rear brakes the vehicle s stopping distance will increase greatly and...

Page 122: ...ction Controly portion of the ABS computer Any excessive wheel spin is controlled by automatically applying and releasing the front brakes in conjunction with engine torque reductions Engine torque reduction is realized via the fully electronic spark and fuel injection systems This process is very sensitive to driving conditions and very fast acting The front wheels search for optimum traction sev...

Page 123: ... switch will not toggle on and off and your vehicle should be serviced as soon as possible 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 seconds when the engine is running Do not operate ...

Page 124: ...d relays in the Roadside emergencies chapter Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brakelamps are working If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow it may be rocked out by shifting from forward and reverse gears while stopping between shifts in a steady pattern Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear If necessary try turning the Traction Controly system off This will allow the ...

Page 125: ... transaxle must relearn its adaptive strategy Optimal shifting will resume within a few hundred kilometers miles of operation Your automatic overdrive transaxle provides fully automatic operation in either Overdrive or D Drive Driving with the shift selector in Overdrive gives the best fuel economy for normal driving conditions For manual control start in 1 First and then shift manually If your ve...

Page 126: ...xle and prevent the front wheels from rotating 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 R Reverse With the gearshift lever in R Reverse the vehicle will move backward You should always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R Reverse P R N D D 1 P R N D D 1 Driving 125 ...

Page 127: ...D Drive However when your vehicle cruises at a constant speed for any length of time the transaxle shifts into a fourth gear Overdrive and allows the torque converter to lock up Overdrive will increase your fuel economy when you travel at cruising speeds Overdrive may not be appropriate for certain terrains If the transaxle shifts back and forth between third and fourth gears while you are driving...

Page 128: ...braking than overdrive to slow your vehicle on downgrades 1 First Use 1 First for when added engine braking is desired when descending steep hills The automatic transaxle will shift to the proper gear to ascend any grade without any need to shift to 1 First Do not go faster than 61 km h 38 mph when in this gear You can upshift from 1 First to overdrive at any time P R N D D 1 P R N D D 1 Driving 1...

Page 129: ...GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Maximum total weight of the base vehicle passengers optional equipment and cargo The GVWR is specific to each vehicle and is listed on the Safety Certification Label on the driver s door pillar GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating Carrying capacity for each axle system The GAWR is specific to each vehicle and is listed on the Safety Certification Label on the driver s doo...

Page 130: ...our vehicle potentially including weight added to the cab the weight added should not exceed the front axle reserve capacity FARC Additional frontal weight may be added to the front axle reserve capacity provided you limit your payload in other ways i e restrict the number of passengers or amount of cargo carried Always ensure that the weight of passengers cargo and equipment being carried is with...

Page 131: ...as been driven at least 800 km 500 miles If towing with a station wagon inflate the rear tires to 35 psi Towing a trailer places an additional load on your vehicle s engine transaxle brakes tires and suspension Inspect these components carefully after towing In order to identify your vehicle s engine refer to Identifying components in the engine compartment in the Maintenance and Care chapter The ...

Page 132: ... structural damage loss of control and personal injury Preparing to tow Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure it is properly attached to your vehicle See your dealer or a reliable trailer dealer if you require assistance Hitches Do not use hitches that clamp onto the vehicle bumper Use a load carrying hitch You must distribute the load in your trailer so that 10 of the total ...

Page 133: ...amps Driving while you tow When towing a trailer Ensure that you turn off your speed control The speed control may shut off automatically when you are towing on long steep grades Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer Use D Drive or a lower gear when towing up or down steep hills This will eliminate excessive downshifting and upshifting for optimum fuel economy and...

Page 134: ... These guidelines are designed to ensure that your transmission is not damaged due to insufficient lubrication All Front Wheel Drive FWD vehicles An example of recreational towing is towing your vehicle behind a Motorhome The following recreational towing guidelines are designed to ensure that your transmission is not damaged It is not recommended to tow front wheel drive vehicles with the front d...

Page 135: ...es not move Do not load more than 44 kg 100 lbs on the luggage rack To adjust cross bar position 1 Loosen the thumbwheel at both ends of the cross bar 2 Slide the cross bar to the desired location 3 Tighten the thumbwheel at both ends of the cross bar Use adjustable tie down loops to secure the load Driving 134 ...

Page 136: ...elated tows like accidents or getting 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 yo...

Page 137: ...ncy to warn traffic of vehicle breakdown approaching danger etc The hazard flashers can be operated when the ignition is off The hazard lights control is located on 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 FUEL RESET The fuel pump shut off switch is ...

Page 138: ...f the cargo area Use the following procedure to reset the fuel pump shut off switch 1 Turn the ignition to the OFF position 2 Check the fuel system for leaks 3 If no fuel leak is apparent reset the fuel pump shut off switch by pushing in on the reset button 4 Turn the ignition to the ON position Pause for a few seconds and return the key to the OFF position 5 Make a further check for leaks in the ...

Page 139: ...se with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse Rating Mini Fuses Standard Fuses Maxi Fuses Cartridge Maxi Fuses Fuse Link Cartridge 2A Grey Grey 3A Violet Violet 4A Pink Pink 5A Tan Tan 7 5A Brown Brown 10A Red Red 15A Blue Blue 20A Yellow Yellow Yellow Blue Blue 25A Natural Natural 30A Green Green Green Pink ...

Page 140: ...e Touch Down Relay 3 Blower Motor Relay 4 Flasher Relay 5 Not Used 6 Not Used 7 40A Rear Defrost Grid Feed 8 40A Blower Motor 9 Rear Defrost Relay 10 30A Power Seats Delayed Accessory Adjustable Pedals 11 15A Integrated Control Panel ICP Rear Washer Wiper Control Front Washer Cell Phone Passenger Switch Illumination GEM Rear Wiper Motor 12 10A Heated Mirrors Rear Defrost Switch 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1...

Page 141: ...dule PATS Transceiver 24 15A Foglamps Transit Relay 25 2A PCM Relay 26 10A Mirrors Power Antenna Pulse Stretcher Module Deck Lid Lamp Battery Saver 27 10A Gauges and Warning Lamps Integrated Control Panel ICP FFV Sender GEM 28 10A Blower Motor Relay Coil EATC Logic 29 15A Autolamps Headlamp Switch 30 15A Horns and Horn Switch OBD II Connector 31 Not Used 32 10A ABS DRL Relay Coil Speed Control Act...

Page 142: ...ngine compartment The power distribution box contains high current fuses that protect your vehicle s main electrical systems from overloads Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses 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 sec...

Page 143: ...ch 8 20A Transit Relay Export only 9 40A Cooling Fan Relays 10 Not Used 11 20A Thermactor Relay FFV only 12 Not Used 13 40A Anti Lock Brake Module Pump Feed 14 Not Used 15 20A Anti Lock Brake Module Valve Solenoid 16 20A Fuel Pump Relay 17 20A Rear Control Unit CD Changer Cell Phone 18 20A Power Point 19 15A Right Headlamp 20 Not Used 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 ...

Page 144: ...ys Relays are located in the power distribution box and should be replaced by qualified technicians CHANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat tire while driving do not apply the brake heavily Instead gradually decrease your speed Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road Temporary spare tire information The temporary spare tire for your vehicle is labeled as...

Page 145: ...vate hazard flashers and set parking brake When one of the front wheels is off the ground the transaxle alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack even if the vehicle is in P Park To prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire be sure the parking brake is set then block in both directions the wheel that is diagonally opposite other side and end of the vehicl...

Page 146: ...oor cargo area storage compartment for the full size spare 3 If equipped with a wheel cover that s bolted on loosen the five plastic nuts with the lug nut wrench 4 Remove the center ornament or wheel cover from the wheel with the tapered end of the wheel lug nut wrench that came with your vehicle Insert and twist the handle then pry against the wheel Roadside emergencies 145 ...

Page 147: ... completely off the ground 7 Remove the lug nuts with the lug nut wrench 8 Replace the flat tire with the spare tire making sure the valve stem is facing outward Reinstall lug nuts until the wheel is snug against the hub Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel has been lowered 9 Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise 10 Remove the jack and fully tighten the lug nuts ...

Page 148: ...ric acid which can burn skin eyes and clothing if contacted Do not attempt to push start your vehicle Automatic transmissions do not have push start capability Preparing your vehicle When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed the transmission must relearn its adaptive strategy As a result of this the transmission may shift firmly This operation is considered normal and will not...

Page 149: ... 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 the discharged battery Note In the illustrations lightning bolts are used to designat...

Page 150: ... 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 5 Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades belts moving parts of both engines or any fuel delivery syste...

Page 151: ...cle has been started run both engines for an additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were connected 1 Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface 2 Remove the jumper cable on the negative connection of the booster vehicle s battery Roadside emergencies 150 ...

Page 152: ...tery 4 Remove the jumper cable from the positive terminal of the disabled vehicle s battery After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions Roadside emergencies 151 ...

Page 153: ...ent it is recommended that the front wheels drive wheels be placed on a dolly to prevent damage to the transaxle If your vehicle must be towed with the drive wheels on the ground Place the transaxle in N Neutral DO NOT exceed the distance of 80 km 50 miles DO NOT exceed the speed of 56 km h 35 mph If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly vehicle damage may occur Ford Motor Company pro...

Page 154: ...ot engine When the engine is running keep loose clothing jewelry or long hair away from moving parts Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed space unless you are sure you have enough ventilation Keep all lit cigarettes open flames and other lit material away from the battery and all fuel related parts If you disconnect the battery the engine must relearn its idle conditions...

Page 155: ...ING THE HOOD 1 Inside the vehicle pull the hood release handle located under the bottom of the instrument panel 2 Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch located in the center between the hood and the grille 3 Lift the hood until the lift cylinders hold it open Maintenance and care 154 ...

Page 156: ...tomatic transmission fluid dipstick 2 Brake fluid reservoir 3 Air filter assembly 4 Battery 5 Engine oil filler cap 6 Engine oil dipstick 7 Power steering fluid reservoir 8 Engine coolant reservoir 9 Windshield washer fluid reservoir 7 8 6 5 4 3 9 1 2 Maintenance and care 155 ...

Page 157: ...fluid dipstick 2 Brake fluid reservoir 3 Air filter assembly 4 Battery 5 Engine oil filler cap 6 Engine oil dipstick 7 Engine coolant reservoir 8 Windshield washer fluid reservoir 9 Power steering fluid reservoir 7 6 5 4 8 9 1 2 3 Maintenance and care 156 ...

Page 158: ... 3 Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P 4 Open the hood Protect yourself from engine heat 5 Locate and carefully remove the engine oil indicator dipstick 6 Wipe the indicator clean Insert the indicator fully then remove it again If the oil level is between the add 1QT and FULL marks or between the MIN and MAX marks depending on application the oil level is accept...

Page 159: ...e 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 or the letter F in FULL on the engine oil level indicator dipstick 4 Install the indicator and ensure it is fully seated...

Page 160: ...ine treatments They are unnecessary and 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...

Page 161: ... 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 162: ...n the Capacities and specifications chapter State or local regulations on volatile organic compounds may restrict the use of methanol a common windshield washer antifreeze additive Washer fluids containing non methanol antifreeze agents should be used only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging the vehicle s paint finish wiper blades or washer system Do not put washer fluid in th...

Page 163: ...our vehicle was factory filled with a 50 50 engine coolant and water concentration If the concentration of coolant falls below 40 or above 60 the engine parts could become damaged or not work properly A 50 50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following freeze protection down to 36 C 34 F boiling protection up to 129 C 265 F protection against rust and other forms of corrosion enables calib...

Page 164: ...s chapter If the engine coolant has not been checked at the recommended interval the engine coolant reservoir may become low or empty If the reservoir is low or empty add engine coolant to the reservoir Refer to Adding engine coolant in this chapter Automotive fluids are not interchangeable do not use engine coolant antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of its specified function and vehicl...

Page 165: ...ver remove the pressure relief cap from the engine coolant reservoir while the engine is running or hot Failure to follow this warning may result in damage to the engine s cooling system and possible severe personal injury Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluid reservoir If engine coolant is sprayed onto the windshield it could make it difficult to see through the windshield When...

Page 166: ...ese 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 that all the pressure has been released use the cloth to turn it counterclockwise and remove the cap Recycled engin...

Page 167: ...onths 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 decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40 will decrease the freeze protecti...

Page 168: ...ature 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 Perform steps 4 and 5 following the procedure for your engine 3 0L V6 Vulcan engine 4 Check the fluid level on the dipstick It should be between the arrows in the FULL HOT range Do not add...

Page 169: ...r scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes Your transaxle does not consume fluid However the fluid level should be checked if the transaxle is not working properly i e if the transaxle slips or shifts slowly or if you notice some sign of fluid leakage Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed To obtain an accurate fluid check drive the vehicle until it is warmed up approximately 30 ...

Page 170: ...e transmission fluid should be checked at normal operating temperatures 66 C 77 C 150 F 170 F on a level surface The normal operating temperature can be reached after approximately 30 km 20 miles of driving The transmission fluid should be in this range if at normal operating temperature 66 C 77 C 150 F 170 F High fluid level Fluid levels above the safe range may result in transaxle failure An ove...

Page 171: ...r possible damage CABIN AIR FILTER IF EQUIPPED The particulate air filtration system is designed to reduce the concentration of airborne particles such as dust spores and pollen in the air being supplied to the interior of the vehicle The particulate filtration system gives the following benefits to customers Improves the customer s driving comfort by reducing particle concentration Improves the i...

Page 172: ... is located just in front of the windshield under the cowl grille on the passenger side of the vehicle 1 Release and open the hood 2 Remove the four clips located on the cowl vent screen Maintenance and care 171 ...

Page 173: ...3 Remove the cowl vent screen 4 Remove the two screws retaining the cowl top inner panel shield 5 Remove the inner panel shield Maintenance and care 172 ...

Page 174: ...6 Remove the filter from the cabin air filter housing 7 Install the new cabin air filter into the cabin air filter housing Maintenance and care 173 ...

Page 175: ...8 Replace the inner panel shield 9 Replace the two screws retaining the cowl top inner panel shield 10 Replace the cowl vent screen Maintenance and care 174 ...

Page 176: ...r to the scheduled maintenance guide for the service interval schedules Keep the electrolyte level in each cell up to the level indicator Do not overfill the battery cells If the electrolyte level in the battery is low you can add plain tap water to the battery as long as you do not use hard water water with a high mineral or alkali content If possible however try to only fill the battery cells wi...

Page 177: ...esulting in personal injury and or damage to the vehicle or battery Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands on opposite corners Keep batteries out of reach of children Batteries contain sulfuric acid Avoid contact with skin eyes or clothing Shield your eyes when working near the battery to protect against possible splashing of acid solution In case of acid contact with skin or e...

Page 178: ...f the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed the clock must be reset once the battery is reconnected Always dispose of automotive batteries in a responsible manner Follow your local authorized standards for disposal Call your local authorized recycling center to find out more about recycling automotive batteries WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES Check the wiper blades at least twi...

Page 179: ... TIRE QUALITY GRADING New vehicles are fitted with tires that have a rating on them called Tire Quality Grades The Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A These Tire Quality Grades are determined by standards that the United States Department of Transportation has set Tire...

Page 180: ...ity to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grad...

Page 181: ...at least one hour or has been driven less than 5 km 3 miles Adjust tire pressure to recommended specifications found on the Certification Label located on the driver s door panel Improperly inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly possibly resulting in loss of vehicle control Tire rotation Because your vehicle s tires perform different jobs they often wear differently To ma...

Page 182: ... design e g All Terrain etc as originally offered by Ford Failure to follow these precautions may adversely affect the handling of the vehicle and make it easier for the driver to lose control and roll over Tires that are larger or smaller than your vehicle s original tires may also affect the accuracy of your speedometer SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS Snow tires must be the same size and grade as the tire...

Page 183: ...help prevent vehicle damage Do not remove these components from your vehicle when using snow tires and cables Do not exceed 48 km h 30 mph with tire cables on your vehicle WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS Important safety precautions Do not overfill the fuel tank The pressure in an overfilled tank may cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire The fuel system may be under pressure If...

Page 184: ... permanent injury Avoid getting fuel liquid in your eyes If fuel is splashed in the eyes remove contact lenses if worn flush with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention Failure to seek proper medical attention could lead to permanent injury Fuels can also be harmful if absorbed through the skin If fuel is splashed on the skin and or clothing promptly remove contaminated clothing and wash ...

Page 185: ...our fuel tank filler 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 I...

Page 186: ...taining MMT Repairs to correct the effects of using a fuel for which your vehicle was not designed may not be covered by your warranty Octane recommendations Your vehicle is designed to use Regular unleaded gasoline with pump R M 2 octane rating of 87 We do not recommend the use of gasolines labeled as Regular that are sold with octane ratings of 86 or lower in high altitude areas Do not be concer...

Page 187: ...ble Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the World wide Fuel Charter In Canada look for fuels that display the Auto Makers Choicey logo Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated cleaner burning gasolines to improve air quality Running out of fuel Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse affect on powertrain components If you have run out of fuel You ...

Page 188: ...ions chapter The advertised capacity is the amount of the indicated capacity and the empty reserve combined Indicated capacity is the difference in the amount of fuel in a full tank and a tank when the fuel gauge indicates empty Empty reserve is the small amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank after the fuel gauge indicates empty The amount of usable fuel in the empty reserve varies and should ...

Page 189: ...d by 100 then divide by total kilometers traveled Divide total miles traveled by total gallons used Keep a record for at least one month and record the type of driving city or highway This will provide an accurate estimate of the vehicle s fuel economy under current driving conditions Additionally keeping records during summer and winter will show how temperature impacts fuel economy In general lo...

Page 190: ... Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fuel economy Use recommended engine oil Refer to Lubricant Specifications Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in your vehicle scheduled maintenance guide Conditions Heavily loading a...

Page 191: ...YSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and a catalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to comply with applicable exhaust emission standards To make sure that the catalytic converter and other emission control components continue to work properly Use only the specified fuel listed Avoid running out of fuel Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle is ...

Page 192: ... Vehicle Emission Control Information Decal located on or near the engine This decal identifies engine displacement and gives some tune up specifications Please consult your Warranty Guide for complete emission warranty information Readiness for Inspection Maintenance I M testing In some localities it may be a legal requirement to pass an I M test of the on board diagnostics system If your indicat...

Page 193: ...ine until the above driving cycle is complete BULBS Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of the following lamps frequently Headlamps Tail lamps Brakelamps High mount brakelamp Turn signals Backup lamps License plate lamp Do not remove lamp bulbs unless they will be replaced immediately If a bulb is removed for an extended period of time contaminants may enter the lamp housings and affect p...

Page 194: ...from the headlamp housing 3 At the back of the headlamp pry up and remove the two retainer pins to release the headlamp assembly from the vehicle and pull headlamp forward 4 Remove the protective dust shield from the housing by turning the dust shield counterclockwise when viewed from the rear Maintenance and care 193 ...

Page 195: ...amp bulb carefully and keep out of children s reach Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch the glass The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the headlamps are operated 1 Install the new bulb in lamp assembly by pushing straight in with the flat surface of the bulb s plastic base facing upward You may need to turn the bulb slightly to align the grooves i...

Page 196: ... reinstalling the bolt make sure the retainer pins are fully seated and install bolt on headlamp housing 8 Turn the headlamps on and make sure they work properly If the headlamp was correctly aligned before you changed the bulb you should not need to align it again Replacing front parking lamp turn signal cornering lamp bulbs 1 Make sure the headlamp control is in the OFF position 2 Remove the bol...

Page 197: ...l the retainer pins straight down to lock the lamp into place 9 Before reinstalling the bolt make sure the retainer pins are fully seated and install bolt on headlamp housing 10 Turn the headlamps on and make sure they work properly If the headlamp was correctly aligned before you changed the bulb you should not need to align it again Replacing high mount brakelamp bulbs Sedan only TYPE A 1 Open t...

Page 198: ... 4 Carefully pull bulb straight out of socket and push in new bulb 5 To complete installation follow the removal procedure in reverse order TYPE B For bulb replacement see a dealer or qualified technician Replacing high mount brakelamp bulbs Wagon only 1 Open liftgate 2 Remove two screw covers screws and handle from liftgate 3 Remove two screws and the lower trim panel from the liftgate 4 Remove t...

Page 199: ...7 Carefully lift the lamp assembly away from the liftgate 8 Remove the bulb socket by rotating it counterclockwise and pulling it out from the lamp assembly 9 Carefully pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb 10 To complete installation follow the removal procedure in reverse order Maintenance and care 198 ...

Page 200: ... push in the new bulb 4 Install the lamp assembly on liftgate with screw Sedan 1 Remove two screws grommets and the license plate lamp assembly from the trunk lid 2 Carefully pull the bulb from the socket and push in the new bulb 3 Install the lamp assembly on trunk lid with two grommets ensuring the grommets are pushed all the way in to the trunk lid and secure with two screws Maintenance and car...

Page 201: ...four nut and washer assemblies and the lamp assembly from the vehicle 4 Remove the bulb socket by rotating it counterclockwise then pulling it out of the lamp assembly 5 Pull the bulb from the socket and push in the new bulb 6 Install the bulb socket into the lamp assembly by rotating it clockwise 7 Install the lamp assembly on the vehicle with four nut and washer assemblies ensuring the washers o...

Page 202: ... assembly by turning clockwise 7 Carefully install the tail lamp assembly on tailgate and secure with two bolts Replacing the interior bulbs Check the operation of the following interior bulbs frequently interior overhead lamp map lamp For bulb replacement see a dealer or qualified technician Using the right bulbs Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below Headlamp bulbs must be marked wit...

Page 203: ...99 Cargo lamp wagon 1 578 Dome lamp 1 578 Dome map lamp 3 578 Dome lamp moon roof 2 578 Visor vanity lamp passenger driver 2 DE 3021 Floor console 2 194 Luggage compartment lamp 1 906 I P ashtray lamp 1 194 All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted To replace all instrument panel lights see your dealer AIMING THE HEADLAMPS The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the a...

Page 204: ...dlamp bulb center from the ground and mark a 2 5 meter 8 foot horizontal reference line on the vertical wall or screen at this height a piece of masking tape works well 3 Turn on the low beam headlamps to illuminate the wall or screen and open the hood 4 On the wall or screen you will observe an area of high intensity light The top of the high intensity area should touch the horizontal reference l...

Page 205: ...CLE Refer to the Customer Assistance chapter for a list of Ford approved cleaners polishes and waxes Washing your vehicle Wash your vehicle regularly with cold or lukewarm water Never use strong detergents or soap If your vehicle is particularly dirty use a quality car wash detergent Always use a clean sponge washing glove or similar device and plenty of water for best results To avoid spots avoid...

Page 206: ...ending on operating conditions Use only carnauba or synthetic based waxes Use a cleaning fluid with a clean cloth to remove any bugs before waxing your vehicle Use tar remover to remove any tar spots Avoid getting wax on the windshield or on any surfaces which appear coarse or bumpy If you have wax applied at a commercial car wash it is recommended that you clean the wiper blades and windshield as...

Page 207: ...e same detergent as the exterior of your vehicle If necessary use a tar remover such as Ford Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil Remover B7A 19520 AA To avoid scratching the lamps do not use a dry paper towel chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners Cleaning the windshield wiper blades and rear window If the wiper blades do not wipe properly clean the wiper blade rubber element with undiluted windshield...

Page 208: ...e efficient when they are clean because grease and dirt buildup keep the engine warmer than normal When washing Take care when using a power washer to clean the engine The high pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage Do not spray a hot engine with cold water to avoid cracking the engine block or other engine components Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage wh...

Page 209: ... reflection Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the steering wheel or instrument panel to avoid contamination of the air bag system Cleaning the instrument cluster lens Clean with a damp cloth then dry with a dry cloth Do not use household or glass cleaners as these may damage the lens Cleaning seats equipped with side air bags Remove dust and loose dirt with a whisk br...

Page 210: ... section in the Seating and safety restraints chapter Cleaning leather seats if equipped To clean simply use a soft cloth dampened with water and a mild soap Wipe the leather again with a damp cloth to remove soap residue Dry with a soft cloth For tougher soiling concerns Ford recommends using the Deluxe Leather Care Kit F8AZ 19G253 AA which is available from your Ford Dealer This mild cleaner and...

Page 211: ...ents Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in severe engine damage The customer warranty may be voided for any damage to the engine if the correct air filter element is not used 2 Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information VECI decal for spark plug gap information 3 If a spark plug is to be removed for inspection it must be reinstalled in the same cylinder If a spark plug ne...

Page 212: ... 0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine 5 2L 5 5 quarts Fuel tank capacity N A All vehicles 68 1L 18 0 gallons Power steering fluid Motorcraft MERCONt ATF 3 0L V6 Vulcan engine Keep in FULL range on dipstick 3 0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine Fill to line on reservoir Automatic transaxle 4F50N Motorcraft MERCONtV ATF 3 0L V6 Vulcan engine 12 8L 13 5 quarts 3 0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine 12 7L 13 4 quarts Automatic trans...

Page 213: ...luid High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid C6AZ 19542 AB ESA M6C25 A and DOT 3 Door latch hood latch auxiliary hood latch seat tracks trunk and liftgate latches Multi Purpose Grease DOAZ 19584 AA or F5AZ 19G209 AA ESA M1C93 B or ESR M1C159 A Lock cylinders Penetrating and Lock Lubricant Motorcraft XL 1 none Automatic transaxle AX4S and 4F50N Motorcraft MERCONtV ATF XT 5 QM MERCONtV Engi...

Page 214: ...L DOHC V6 Duratec engine Cubic inches 182 183 Required fuel 87 octane 87 octane Firing order 1 4 2 5 3 6 1 4 2 5 3 6 Spark plug gap 1 07 1 17 mm 0 042 0 046 inch 1 3 1 4 mm 0 052 00 056 inch Ignition system EDIS EDIS Compression ratio 9 3 1 10 0 1 VEHICLE DIMENSIONS Vehicle dimensions Sedan mm in Wagon mm in 1 Overall length 5 075 199 9 5 069 8 197 8 2 Overall width 1 854 73 0 1 854 2 73 0 3 Overa...

Page 215: ...5 2 3 4 1 Capacities and specifications 214 ...

Page 216: ...NT 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 XXXKG XXXXLB PRESSURE FR XXX kPa 33 PSI COLD PRESSURE RR XXX kPa 33 PSI COLD TRAILER TOWING SEE OWNER GUIDE DATE XXXXX GVWR XXXXX LB XXXXX KG VIN XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX TYPE XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX FGAWR X...

Page 217: ...river side instrument panel Please note that in the graphic XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number Engine number The engine number the last eight numbers of the vehicle identification number is stamped on the engine block frame and transaxle XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Capacities and specifications 216 ...

Page 218: ... 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 your dealer for complete details about Ford Extended Servi...

Page 219: ...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 Relationship Center to find an authorized dealership to help you In the United States Ford Motor Company Cust...

Page 220: ...er to help you service your Ford or Lincoln Mercury vehicle please have the following information available when contacting a Customer Relationship 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 ...

Page 221: ...es the right to change eligibility limitations modify procedures and or to discontinue this service without notice and without incurring obligations per applicable state law What kinds of cases does the Board review Unresolved warranty repair concerns or vehicle performance as designed concerns on Ford and Lincoln Mercury cars and Ford and Lincoln Mercury light trucks which are within the terms of...

Page 222: ...he dealership Board member is chosen from Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealership management recognized for their business leadership qualities What the Board needs To have your case reviewed you must complete the application in the DSB brochure and mail it to the address provided on the application form Some states will require you to use certified mail with return receipt requested Your application ...

Page 223: ...e Board will decide the case whether or not an oral presentation is made Oral presentation may be requested by the Board as well Making a decision Board members review all available information related to each 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 4...

Page 224: ...l third party mediation arbitration program administered by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP The CAMVAP program is a straight forward and relatively speedy alternative to resolve a disagreement when all other efforts to produce a settlement have failed This procedure is without cost to you and is designed to eliminate the need for lengthy and expensive legal proceedings In the CA...

Page 225: ...proper fuel In the United States using leaded fuel may also result in difficulty importing your vehicle back into the U S If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living in Central or South America the Caribbean or the Middle East contact the nearest Ford dealership If the dealership cannot help you write or call FORD MOTOR COMPANY WORLDWIDE DIRECT MARKET OPERATIONS 1555 Fairlan...

Page 226: ... Silicone Gloss Polish Ford Custom Vinyl Protectant not available in Canada Motorcraft Vinyl Conditioner Canada only Ford Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner not available in Canada Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner Canada only Ford Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil Remover not available in Canada Ford Extra Strength Upholstery Cleaner Canada only Ford Extra Strength Upholstery Cleaner not available in Canada F...

Page 227: ...ng and safety specifications Ford accessories are warranted for up to 12 months or 20 000 km 12 000 miles on all cars and light trucks and 12 months with unlimited distance on medium heavy duty trucks unless the accessory is installed on a new vehicle then the warranty becomes the balance of the new vehicle s warranty or the accessories warranty whichever is greater See your dealer for complete wa...

Page 228: ...ble luggage rack adapters Soft luggage cover Speed control Track rider bars Protection and appearance equipment Air bag anti theft locks Car covers Cargo liner Carpet floor mats Door edge guards Flat splash guards Front end covers full Locking gas cap Molded splash guards Molded vinyl floor mats Rear decklid spoilers Seat covers Styled hood deflector Styled side air deflectors Touch up paint Unive...

Page 229: ...obile communications systems may harm the operation of your vehicle particularly if they are not properly designed for automotive use or are not properly installed When operated such systems may cause the engine to stumble or stall or cause the transmission to be damaged or operate improperly In addition such systems may be damaged or their performance may be affected by operating your vehicle Cit...

Page 230: ... receive a refund or replacement vehicle California Civil Code Section 1793 22 b presumes that the manufacturer has had a reasonable number of attempts to conform the vehicle to its applicable express warranties if within the first 18 months of ownership of a new vehicle or the first 29 000 km 18 000 miles whichever occurs first 1 Two or more repair attempts are made on the same nonconformity like...

Page 231: ...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 232: ...apacities 211 fluid specification 213 Auxiliary power point 29 Axle lubricant specifications 212 B Battery 175 acid treating emergencies 175 charging system warning light 13 jumping a disabled battery 147 maintenance free 175 replacement specifications 210 servicing 175 Belt minder 92 Brakes 118 anti lock 118 119 anti lock brake system ABS warning light 11 119 brake warning light 12 fluid checking...

Page 233: ...12 213 Cruise control see Speed control 47 Customer Assistance 135 Ford accessories for your vehicle 225 Ford Extended Service Plan 217 Getting assistance outside the U S and Canada 224 Getting roadside assistance 135 Getting the service you need 217 Ordering additional owner s literature 228 The Dispute Settlement Board 220 Utilizing the Mediation Arbitration Program 223 D Daytime running lamps s...

Page 234: ...ecifications 186 210 fuel pump shut off switch 136 gauge 16 improving fuel economy 187 low fuel warning light 11 octane rating 185 213 quality 185 running out of fuel 186 safety information relating to automotive fuels 182 Fuses 138 139 G Gas cap see Fuel cap 9 184 Gas mileage see Fuel economy 187 Gauges 14 engine coolant temperature gauge 15 fuel gauge 16 odometer 15 speedometer 14 tachometer 14 ...

Page 235: ...in ignition chime 13 positions of the ignition 47 L Lamps autolamp system 18 bulb replacement specifications chart 201 cargo lamps 18 daytime running light 17 fog lamps 18 headlamps 17 headlamps flash to pass 17 instrument panel dimming 18 interior lamps 52 53 201 replacing bulbs 192 193 195 197 200 Lane change indicator see Turn signal 50 Liftgate 60 64 Lights warning and indicator 8 air bag 13 a...

Page 236: ...Fuses 141 Power door locks 57 Power steering 122 fluid checking and adding 167 fluid refill capacity 211 fluid specifications 212 213 R Radio 29 Relays 138 143 Remote entry system 63 65 illuminated entry 65 locking unlocking doors 64 opening the trunk 64 panic alarm 65 replacement additional transmitters 65 replacing the batteries 66 Roof rack 134 S Safety belts see Safety restraints 13 81 83 87 8...

Page 237: ...152 Traction control 46 121 active light 8 Transaxle automatic operation 123 fluid refill capacities 211 lubricant specifications 213 Transmission fluid checking and adding automatic 168 lubricant specifications 212 Trip odometer 15 Trunk 61 63 64 76 remote release 60 Turn signal 8 50 V Vehicle dimensions 213 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 216 Vehicle loading 128 Ventilating your vehicle 117 W ...

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Page 240: ...anel Inflate temporary spare to 414 kPa 60 psi Hood release Pull handle under the left side of the instrument panel Coolant capacity 3 0L V6 Vulcan engine 1 11 0L 11 6 quarts Coolant capacity 3 0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine 1 10 0L 10 6 quarts Power steering fluid capacity 3 0L V6 Vulcan engine Keep in FULL range on dipstick Power steering fluid capacity 3 0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine Fill to line on res...

Page 241: ...e and Care chapter 2 Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used Transmission fluid requirements are indicated 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 Filling station information 240 ...

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